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Gunmen on Saturday evening attacked a Benue Links bus in the Otukpo axis of Benue State, opening fire on the vehicle and injuring at least three people. IDOMA VOICE, a local newspaper, reported that the commercial bus, which departed Makurdi for Lagos, was ambushed a few minutes after leaving Otukpo town, around the Burnt Bricks area. The attackers were said to have fired indiscriminately, triggering panic among passengers who fled in different directions as bullets hit the vehicle. Three occupants sustained gunshot injuries during the attack. A survivor, who spoke on condition of anonymity for security reasons, said the attack…

The Katsina State Government has clarified its decision to initiate the release of 70 individuals suspected of involvement in banditry, explaining that the measure is part of ongoing efforts to sustain a peace agreement with armed groups operating in the state The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Nasir Muazu, stated that the move aims to consolidate peace agreements already reached between affected communities and repentant bandits across multiple local government areas. Speaking in an interview with DCL Hausa on Saturday, Muazu addressed public reactions to a leaked government letter requesting judicial intervention to facilitate the suspects’ release.…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed criticisms trailing his political choices, insisting that politics is driven by interests, power and the will of the people, not sentiment or emotions. The minister stated this on Sunday during a ‘thank you’ visit to Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, his political base, where he addressed a supporters and political leaders. Wike stressed that his decision to venture into politics was deliberate and not accidental. To his distractors, the minister explained that he chose to be a politician and not a pastor, a trader, a public commentator or journalist, urging…

The Delta State Police Command has arrested two notorious armed robbers who specialized in snatching motorcycles from unsuspecting members of the public within Agbor and environs. The suspects were identified as Uwakwe Chuks and Bright Moses. Delta State Police Command led by CP Aina Adesola confirmed the development in a statement released by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe. The statement said, “In continuation of proactive and intelligence-driven operations, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Agbor Division, CSP Michael Obekpa, led a team of operatives following a discreet investigation into a reported case of armed robbery on 24 December 2025.…

Algeria captain, Riyad Mahrez, has blamed Senegalese referee Issa Sy following his side’s AFCON quarter-final 2-0 loss to Nigeria on Saturday. Speaking to reporters after the match, Mahrez insisted that Sy was not perfect in his officiating during the encounter. “I think the referee was not perfect, but that is not why we lost. We still have to mention it because it is football,” Mahrez said. He added, “Today they are better; we have to shake their hands and be honest.” Recall that supporters and players of the Algerian team claim they were denied a penalty during the match. They…

Gabriel Martinelli shrugged off the backlash to his clash with stricken Liverpool defender Conor Bradley to send Arsenal into the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 4-1 win at Portsmouth on Sunday. The Championship side were dreaming of an upset against the Premier League leaders when they went in front after just three minutes through Colby Bishop. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta had made 10 changes from the side that drew 0-0 with Liverpool on Thursday. Martinelli drew stinging criticism for trying to push Bradley off the pitch in the closing stages after the Northern Irishman hit the ground…

The Anambra Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old suspect, Chibuike Anikpe, over the alleged murder of his girlfriend, 35-year-old Ogochukwu Mmadubugwu, in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement released on Sunday in Awka. Ikenga said the arrest was carried out by operatives attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka, on January 7. He described as false rumours circulating that the crime was committed by persons the suspect owed money. The police spokesman said that during interrogation, the suspect confessed to stabbing the…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged residents to remain calm and trust in God as his administration works to sustain peace and progress in the state. The governor made the call while speaking at a special Inter-Denominational Church Service held in commemoration of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day at St. Cyprian’s Anglican Church, Port Harcourt, on Sunday. Fubara emphasised that his calmness and composure come from his faith in God, who gives him confidence and strength. He noted that there is no need for panic or agitation when one is anchored in divine authority. “I know…

Wing is bringing drone delivery to even more Walmart stores in 2026. The Alphabet-owned company announced today that its drones will be flying above 150 more locations this year, including in four new cities: Los Angeles, St. Louis, Miami, and Cincinnati.In June 2025, the companies said they would expand their delivery partnership to 100 additional stores in Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa. So far, they’ve launched at several stores in Atlanta, in addition to Walmart locations in Dallas-Forth Worth and Arkansas. They currently operate at approximately 27 stores, and with today’s announcement, the goal is to eventually establish a…

Key takeaways:Monero (XMR) surged past the $500 mark for the first time since its peak in May 2021.The privacy-focused cryptocurrency briefly touched $500.66 after rising more than 6% on Sunday and 20% over the past week. That brought it closer to its record high of around $517.50, established in April 2021. XMR/USD daily chart. Source: TradingViewZcash fiasco stirs XMR price rallyMonero’s ascent contrasted sharply with the turmoil engulfing its privacy coin rival, Zcash (ZEC). On Wednesday, the Electric Coin Company (ECC) team behind Zcash resigned en masse, citing intolerable working conditions and board disputes over the project’s assets and direction.The…