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States

January 13, 2026

Prison Decongestion: Lagos chief judge releases 18 inmates, deports two Chadians

The chief judge held that the freed inmates had met the requirements for release.

January 13, 2026

NPTF begins construction of police quarters in Enugu

Mr Sheidu appreciated Mr Tinubu’s commitment to the security sector reforms and commended the Enugu State government for providing the site.

Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF)
January 13, 2026

Transport minister mourns five killed in Gombe LPG tanker accident

The minister described the incident as a huge loss to the bereaved families and the people of the state.

Gombe tanker mishap
January 13, 2026

Ekiti to begin execution of FG-approved power intervention projects, says commissioner

The commissioner explained that the projects were approved by the management of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC).

Power Grid
January 13, 2026

Police intercept vehicle loaded with explosives in Katsina

Mr Aliyu added that efforts were being intensified to arrest the fleeing suspect.

Highly explosive materials
January 13, 2026

Police arrest kidnap suspect, recover victim’s remains in Rivers

The police officer noted that the suspect remained in police custody and efforts ongoing to apprehend other members of the kidnap syndicate.

Rivers State police command
January 13, 2026

Benue assembly summons works ministry officials, contractors over prolonged renovation

The lawmaker lamented that members and staff of the assembly had been forced to work in an inconducive environment for nearly three years.

Benue house of assembly
January 13, 2026

Edo teenager nabbed for self-kidnap, demanding N10 million ransom

The police spokesperson said, ” The suspect, one Obehi Odine ‘F,’ aged 18, was arrested for staging her own kidnapping and demanding a ransom of ten million naira.”

Edo State Police Officers
January 13, 2026

Jakande Estate residents take demolition protest to Lagos assembly as Sanwo-Olu ignores court order

Mr Shuaib alleged that despite the injunction, threats continued, with warnings that anyone who failed to accept the offer before demolition would lose all entitlements.

Sanwo-Olu and Jakande Estate residents