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Gunmen have attacked Aqua Triton Company located in Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, Oyo State, killing a police officer and abducting a Chinese expatriate during the operation. Police authorities said the assailants stormed the facility on Friday, 16 January, in a commando-style operation and engaged security operatives attached to the company. In the attack, one police officer was shot dead while attempting to repel the attack, although some of the gunmen were reportedly injured in the exchange of gunfire. Confirming the incident to PREMIUM TIMES, the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, said on Saturday that the attackers later escaped…

Former Senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District in the 8th National Assembly, Shehu Sani, has called for stronger community-based responses, to assist in tackling insecurity in parts of the country. Sani made the call on Saturday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, in Abuja. He said that local communities must develop resilience and collective resistance to incessant attacks by bandits and terrorists, noting that state security forces cannot be everywhere at the same time. According to him, community vigilance should complement government efforts in addressing matters of  insecurity. He lamented that banditry and terrorism had persisted for…

The Oyo State Police Command has disclosed that it has arrested no fewer than four suspects in connection with various offences. The four suspects were arrested at different locations across the state over alleged defilement, murder, and unlawful possession of human parts. The Public Relations Officer of the state police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, made this known in a statement. The statement was made available to DAILY POST on Saturday in Ibadan, the state capital. Ayanlade revealed that a suspect identified as Usman Azeez was arrested in connection with alleged defilement in Ado Awaye. He added that the suspect is currently…

Two European clubs have reacted to Super Eagles’ victory against Egypt in the AFCON third-place playoff tie on Saturday evening. The clubs are Atalanta and Besiktas, respectively. Recall that Nigeria defeated the Pharaohs 4-2 on penalties after the match ended in a 0-0 after normal as there was no extra time. Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali saved the two penalty kicks of Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush. Reacting, Atalanta who have Ademola Lookman in their squad wrote on X: “Ademola Lookman converts the decisive penalty in the win against Egypt as the Super Eagles secure the bronze medal at the…

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi has congratulated the Super Eagles on their third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations, praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit throughout the tournament. Nigeria secured the bronze medal after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties in the third-place playoff, ending their AFCON campaign on a positive note after narrowly missing out on a place in the final. In a statement shared on his X handle on Saturday, Atiku commended the players for representing Nigeria with pride and determination, noting that their performance reflected the values of perseverance and national…

Some yet to be identified gunmen have reportedly killed a police officer and abducted a Chinese expatriate principal at Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin Area of Ibadan in Oyo State. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed this in a statement, on Saturday, in Ibadan, the state capital. The statement read, “There was an attack at Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, Oyo State, where yet to be identified gunmen stormed the facility in a commando-style operation. “One police officer tragically died while repelling the attack, injuring some of the assailants, and the Chinese expatriate principal was…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has pledged not to support, directly or indirectly, any action capable of undermining peace and safety in the state. The governor made the pledge while speaking as Special Guest at the finals of the 2026 Port Harcourt Polo Tournament held in the state capital on Saturday. According to Fubara, the protection of lives and property remains the foremost responsibility of his administration. He said he remains the governor of Rivers State, stressing that he is committed to delivering on the promises made to the people of Rivers State. “What is important is that I am…

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has praised his players’ unity, resilience, and determination following Nigeria’s bronze medal finish at the AFCON 2025. Nigeria claimed third place after edging Egypt 4–2 on penalties on Saturday, ending the tournament on a positive note after narrowly missing out on a place in the final. The Super Eagles showed composure under pressure during the shootout to secure the victory. Speaking after the match, Chelle emphasised his desire to maintain continuity within the squad, stressing the importance of building on the chemistry developed during the competition. He hinted at keeping the current group together…

Many stars grew their families in 2026. Former Bachelor contestant Sydney Warner announced in January that she gave birth to her second baby with her husband, NFL star Fred Warner. “Our girl is safe, healthy, and so deeply loved,” Sydney gushed via Instagram on January 7. “Thankful for God’s protection, strength, and the countless prayers that carried us through her early days. We are finally home and [a] family of four!” Sydney and Fred, who have been together since 2020, previously welcomed son Beau in March 2024. The Warners aren’t the only stars who have their hands full this year.…

President Donald Trump has imposed a 10 per cent tariff on goods from the UK, Denmark, France, and other key European countries over their resistance to the US acquisition of Greenland. Mr Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said the countries — the UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland — have failed to prioritise World peace and the interests of the US against China and Russia despite long years of free trade with America. “This is a very dangerous situation for the Safety, Security, and Survival of our Planet,” he wrote. The tariff, according to…