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Amnesty International Demands Release Of Kaduna Journalist Farida Isiak After Four-Year Jail Sentence
Amnesty International has demanded the immediate release of Kaduna journalist Farida Isiak following her reported four-year prison sentence over a defamation charge linked to a Facebook post criticising police conduct.
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Ogun, Kwara Back State Police Proposal as Constitutional Reform Gains Momentum
Ogun and Kwara have backed the proposed constitutional amendment to establish state police, advancing efforts to decentralise policing in Nigeria amid persistent security concerns.
Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis Jailed For 40 Years Over Tupac Shakur’s Murder
Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been sentenced to 40 years to life in prison for his role in the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur.
FG Assures Justice as Investigation Begins Into Deaths of 37 Suspected Miners
The Federal Government has assured justice as authorities investigate the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died in NSCDC custody in Niger State.
Customs Seizes Tramadol, Foreign Spaghetti, Rice, Vehicles Worth ₦604.3m in Kwara
Kwara Customs intercepts Tramadol, foreign food items, PMS and two vehicles with a combined value of ₦604.33 million.
Kwara Police Launch Campaign Against Political, Digital Thuggery on International Youth Day
The Kwara State Police Command has launched a campaign against political and digital thuggery, urging youths to reject manipulation and use their influence positively to promote safer communities.
Tinubu Orders Arrest of Fake Agency Promoter, Suspends Three Permanent Secretaries
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze and suspended three permanent secretaries after the ICPC uncovered another alleged fake government agency within the SGF office.
Kwara Police Commence ‘Operation VELVET’ to Enforce Traffic Laws
Kwara Police Command has commenced Operation VELVET to enforce traffic laws, check vehicle documentation and promote safer roads across the state.
Omu-Aran Army Battalion: Irepodun Council, Traditional Rulers Pledge Support
Irepodun Local Government, traditional rulers and residents of Omu-Aran have pledged full support for the newly deployed Nigerian Army battalion, describing the deployment as a major step towards strengthening security in Kwara South.
Nigerians Ask Police To Allow Recording Of Arrested Suspects As Evidence
Nigerians have urged the Nigeria Police Force to allow members of the public to record the lawful apprehension of suspects, saying such videos could help investigators preserve evidence while warning against jungle justice and public punishment.
Tinubu Urges African Religious Leaders to Reject Terrorism, Kidnapping
President Tinubu has urged African religious leaders to reject terrorism, kidnapping and religious extremism as the military intensifies operations against ISWAP in Borno.
IGP Disu Deploys New Police Commissioners To Eight States
The Inspector-General of Police orders strategic reshuffles across eight state commands to boost operational efficiency.