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 Ebonyi Police Arrest Suspects with Human Skulls, Recover Stolen Items The Ebonyi State Police Command has apprehended a suspect, Ovuta Chigozie, for possessing two human skulls and three locally made firearms. Chigozie, a resident of Okoffia in Ezza South LGA, admitted that the skulls were given to him for use in a spiritual concoction. Authorities are currently tracking the individual linked to the case. In a separate operation, police officers investigating a stolen tricycle uncovered a criminal syndicate involved in altering the colors of stolen tricycles from neighboring states. The operation led to the arrest of Nweke Chukwudi, Nwankwo Obinna, John Abba, and Uche Abba. Three stolen tricycles were recovered, with the suspects confessing to receiving them from accomplices for repainting. The arrests were confirmed in a statement released on Wednesday by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Joshua Ukandu, in Abakaliki. The police assured the public of their commitment to protecting li...

 ASH WEDNESDAY & RAMADAN MEMORIAL IN ANAMBRA: CP ORUTUGU URGES CHRISTIAN/MUSLIM FAITHFUL TO ALIGN THEIR FAITH TOGETHER AND PRAY FOR THE NATION AND SUSTAIN THE MESSAGE OF PEACE _assures that the Command is poised to deliver on its mandate of protection of lives and properties in the State_ The Commissioner of Police *CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc MNIPS PhD* today 5th February 2025 urged Christian and Muslim faithful, especially in Anambra State to align their faith together in memorial of Ash Wednesday and Ramadan. He equally urged them to pray for the nation and sustain the message of peace by showing the values of love, forgiveness, and tolerance among each other. The *CP* noted that Ash Wednesday, marks the beginning of Lent, a period of 40 days of prayer, fasting, and repentance leading up to Easter. It's a time for Christians to reflect on their mortality, sinfulness, and need for salvation.  Similarly, Ramadan is a sacred month of fasting and spiritual growth for Muslims, wh...

 NSC DG Bukola Olopade hosts Obafemi Martins, urges young footballers to follow his example The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, on Tuesday, welcomed former Super Eagles star Obafemi Martins to his office in Abuja. The visit provided an opportunity to celebrate the ex-international’s contributions to Nigerian football while also discussing the future of the sport in the country. Hon. Olopade expressed admiration for Martins, describing him as a football legend whose impact on Nigerian and international football remains unforgettable. “I was delighted to receive our former Super Eagles star, Obafemi Martins, in my office. Nigerians will never forget his exploits for the national team and in Europe, where he played for top clubs like Inter Milan, Newcastle United, and Wolfsburg,” Olopade stated. The meeting also touched on the Super Eagles' prospects, with Martins sharing his optimism about the team’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FI...

  Dangote Hosts Burna Boy, Cecil Hammond for Iftar Billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote hosted Afrobeat star Burna Boy and music executive Cecil Hammond for Iftar, the evening meal that breaks the Ramadan fast, at his residence on Tuesday. A video from the gathering captured Burna Boy, dressed in a stylish navy blue outfit, exchanging warm greetings with Dangote and other guests. Sharing moments from the evening on Instagram, Hammond posted a photo with the caption: “Bringing the legends together, one smile at a time.” This exclusive gathering follows another high-profile event where billionaire Femi Otedola recently hosted Burna Boy, Hammond, and Wizkid at his home. More photos below. 

 Flights Suspended as Rainstorm Damages Property, Equipment at Akure Airport Commercial flights at Akure Airport have been halted after a heavy rainstorm caused extensive damage to property and equipment worth millions of naira. The control tower was the hardest hit, with critical aviation equipment severely affected. Sources at the airport revealed that the incident disrupted passengers, airport staff, and other users of the facility. Beyond the airport, the storm also caused destruction in nearby communities, including Eleyewo, Ilu Abo, and Bolorunduro, damaging schools, homes, churches, vehicles, and electricity poles. According to an insider, the storm destroyed essential equipment in the control tower, such as the network time protocol system, encoder, air conditioners, and computers. "Monday's thunderstorm inflicted major damage on the control tower, shattering windows and collapsing parts of the ceiling. Additionally, about seven staff buildings had their roofs torn off...

 Interior Minister Pledges to Eradicate Corruption in Correctional Centres The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has vowed to eliminate corruption in correctional centres and shift their focus from punishment to rehabilitation. Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja during the second public hearing on alleged corruption and misconduct within the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Tunji-Ojo reaffirmed the government's commitment to transforming the system into a model for rehabilitation and reintegration. He emphasized that the correctional service must move away from a culture of abuse and neglect, stressing that correctional officers should serve as agents of rehabilitation, restoration, and reform—not condemnation. "When condemnation replaces correction, the system has failed. We must change our approach and prioritize rehabilitation, empowerment, and reintegration," he stated. According to him, a government’s efficiency is measured by how it treats the most vulne...

 NSCDC CG Urges Personnel to Avoid Rivalry, Commissions Quarter Guard The Commandant-General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr. Ahmed Audi, has inaugurated the newly renovated FCT Command Headquarters Quarter Guard. Speaking at the ceremony, he advised officers to avoid inter-agency rivalry and instead collaborate with other security agencies. Audi emphasized professionalism, urging personnel to respect boundaries and learn from more experienced agencies. He warned against intimidation and accidental discharge, stressing that such actions violate the corps' standard operating procedures. Highlighting the importance of the quarter guard as a symbol of regimental discipline, he encouraged its use for commissioning dignitaries during official visits. Audi commended FCT Commandant Olusola Odumosu for his leadership and reaffirmed management’s support for improving the corps. Odumosu, in turn, emphasized infrastructure development, including the establishment o...