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States

January 8, 2026

Police rescue 25-year-old physically challenged man abducted in Ondo

Mr Jimoh stated, “The sustained pressure from intelligence-driven operations of the security agencies forced the kidnappers to abandon the victim.”

Police officer
January 8, 2026

Uba Sani prioritises Kaduna pilgrims’ welfare: Agency Chairman

The chairman commended the governor for his support, visionary leadership, and commitment to the welfare of pilgrims.

Uba Sani
January 8, 2026

Two men arraigned over alleged possession of hemp 

The defendants pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Court room
January 8, 2026

104 motorcycles, 68 tricycles impounded for violating operation hour in Kano

Mr Kiyawa said that the enforcement carried out between January 1 and 7, 2026, led to the arrest of 172 suspects, who had been charged to court for prosecution.

Photo of Motorcycle and tricycle used to illustrate the story
January 8, 2026

Man pleads guilty to stealing vehicle’s kick starter 

The defendant pleaded guilty to the charge preferred against him.

LEGISLATIVE GAVEL
January 8, 2026

APC rejects impeachment move against Fubara, insists Rivers doesn’t need supplementary budget

The APC leadership in Rivers State noted, “Let our state remain a democracy and not a politicocracy.”

Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers State Assembly lawmakers in plenary
January 8, 2026

Kogi poly matriculates 4,591 students

Mr Usman praised Governor Ahmed Ododo’s commitment to the institution.

Rector, Kogi Polytechnic Lokoja, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, delivering his speech during the institution’s 33rd Matriculation on Thursday
January 8, 2026

Trader in court for allegedly receiving stolen property worth N23 million 

Mr Nwachukwu said the complainant alleged that one Felix Nnandi dishonestly went into his shop and made away with his electrical appliances worth N23 million.

Court room
January 8, 2026
Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed