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Troops destroy kidnappers’ camps, arrest 13 in Edo

Troops of the Nigerian Army have destroyed kidnappers’ camps in Edo North Senatorial District, arresting 13 suspects and recovering weapons, drugs and other items.​ Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations for 4 Brigade, Capt Kennedy Anyanwu, said the February 4 operation was carried out by troops of 4 Brigade in collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force, Police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps and Edo State Security Corps. He said the raids focused on Osara, Auchi and Okpella communities in Etsako West Local Government Area.​ According to him, the clearance operation, codenamed Operation IGBO DANU 1, led to the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers and drug peddlers. Items seized included a pump action gun, live cartridges, a locally made pistol, a POS machine, cutlasses, mobile phones, a digital camera, codeine syrup, weighing scales, substances suspected to be cannabis sativa, tramadol […]

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Kidnapping: Police arrest suspected kidnappers after overhauling Ekpoma division

The Edo State Police Command says it has arrested several suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma after carrying out a major overhaul of the town’s divisional police headquarters. The move follows days of public outrage over repeated abductions and a protest that turned violent at the weekend.​ Police Commissioner Monday Agbonika ordered the redeployment of the Divisional Police Officer and other key personnel at the Ekpoma Division as part of efforts to rebuild public trust. He also directed intensified intelligence led operations and patrols to dismantle kidnapping networks in Esan West and other parts of Edo State.​ The command said new tactical teams have been stationed in identified flashpoints, while plainclothes operatives are tracking gangs linked to recent abductions captured on CCTV. Residents were urged to share credible information and assured that reports of extortion or misconduct by police officers would be […]

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Police arrest 50 protesters after Ekpoma anti kidnap rally

Police have arrested about 50 people in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State, after a protest over rising kidnapping turned violent. The demonstration, which began on Saturday as a peaceful march against insecurity, later saw bonfires and the blocking of major roads, including the Benin Abuja highway.​ The Edo State Police Command said hoodlums hijacked the protest and were involved in looting, vandalising shops and attacking traders. A police statement added that extra tactical teams were deployed to restore order and prevent further damage.​ During the unrest, a soldier allegedly shot and injured a 32 year old man, identified as Osagie Abraham, who is now receiving treatment at Eromoele Medical Centre, Ekpoma. The officer has been identified and reported to the relevant military authorities for disciplinary action, according to the police.​ Commissioner of Police Monday Agbonika said […]

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Army, police foil night attack on Benin–Sapele road

Soldiers and police officers have rescued a missing passenger after a late-night gun attack on two commercial buses along the Benin–Sapele Expressway near Obayantor 2 community in Edo State. The incident happened around 10:45 p.m. when armed men suddenly came out of the bush and opened fire on vehicles on the busy route.​ One of the targeted vehicles, a white commercial bus with registration number 166 XB, was carrying four passengers from Kaduna to Sapele. During the attack, the bus was forced to stop and three passengers managed to escape into the bush, while the fourth passenger, 53-year-old Abubakar Ahmed, could not be found immediately.​ A joint team of soldiers, police operatives, and local vigilantes moved to the scene soon after receiving a distress call. Security sources said the team quickly secured the area and searched the surrounding bushes to […]

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Police Evacuate Expatriates After Thugs Disrupt MOWAA Exhibition in Benin

Chaos erupted at the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin as a private exhibition for investors, artists, and international guests was disrupted by a group of thugs, who identified themselves as “sons and daughters of the Benin Kingdom.” The protesters, claiming to protect Benin’s cultural heritage, chanted slogans but insisted their actions were peaceful. Edo State Police Command intervened, restoring order and safely evacuating expatriates and guests to nearby hotels. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, clarified that the evacuation was not a forceful eviction and followed intelligence reports of a planned protest. Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, helped address and de-escalate the tense situation. Efforts to reach MOWAA officials for comment were unsuccessful. The police assured the public that normalcy was restored and all guests were safe. Meanwhile, in a related breakthrough, Edo police […]

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PSC names conference hall after late ex-chairman Solomon Arase

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has renamed its Chairman’s conference hall after the late Solomon Arase, former Chairman of the Commission and 18th Inspector General of Police. In a statement on Thursday, the PSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, said the newly named “Solomon Arase Hall” is located on the sixth floor of the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. “The Police Service Commission has named its Chairman’s Hall on the 6th floor of its Corporate headquarters, as Solomon Arase Hall in honour of its late Chairman,” Ani stated. Arase, who served as IGP between April 2015 and June 2016, was appointed Chairman of the PSC in 2023 and held the role until 2024. He died on August 31, 2025, at Cedarcrest Hospital in Abuja, aged 69. Speaking at a night of tribute on Wednesday, current PSC Chairman DIG […]

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BBNaija Star Phyna Deactivates Instagram After Sister’s Death

Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has deactivated her Instagram account following the tragic death of her younger sister, Ruth Otabor. A check on Tuesday revealed that Phyna’s Instagram handle was no longer accessible. This move has raised concerns among fans and fellow celebrities who had been sending condolences since the news of Ruth’s passing broke. The Otabor family confirmed Ruth’s death in a statement released on Sunday through their legal representatives, Eko Solicitors & Advocates. According to the statement, Ruth died around 6:30 a.m. on August 13. Reports indicate that Ruth was involved in a fatal accident near Auchi Polytechnic in Edo State. A truck linked to the Dangote Group reportedly ran over her, causing severe leg injuries that led to an amputation. Eyewitnesses said a bystander managed to halt the truck after […]

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NSF 2024 Drama: Cycling Federation Suspends Coach Over Death Threats, Demands Public Apology

Cycling Federation Suspends Coach Jackson Edobor for Threats at NSF 2024 The Cycling Federation of Nigeria (CFN) has suspended Coach Jackson Edobor from the ongoing 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF 2024) in Abeokuta following allegations of violent threats and misconduct during a cycling event. The decision, announced on Thursday, underscores the federation’s zero-tolerance policy for behavior that undermines sportsmanship and event integrity. Incident Overview: Threats Against Official During Wednesday’s Male Team Pursuits event, Coach Edobor allegedly: Threatened to kill Osaretin Emuze, an invited commissaire overseeing the competition. Accused Emuze of manipulating race outcomes, sparking chaos at the venue. CFN Secretary General Joel Akinluwa condemned the act, stating: “His behavior brought shame to his team and compromised the integrity of the event. Such actions are unacceptable.” Suspension Terms & Consequences Immediate Ban: Edobor is barred from attending cycling events or visiting festival venues. Apology Ultimatum: He must submit […]

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