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Police Arrest Suspect in $550,000 Transnational Fraud, Identity Theft Case

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a significant breakthrough in its ongoing crackdown on cyber-enabled crimes with the arrest of a suspect linked to a $550,000 fraud, identity theft, and money laundering case involving a United States-based victim. The Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Okon Placid, disclosed the development in a statement issued from Abuja, noting that the operation was carried out by the Nigeria Police Force through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau Abuja following a report filed by an American female citizen who was defrauded between October 2025 and…

IGP Disu Hosts ALGON Leadership, Pledges Stronger Police–Local Government Partnership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has received the leadership of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) on a courtesy visit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, in a move aimed at strengthening collaboration for improved security across the country. Leading the delegation was ALGON National President, Engr. Bello Lawal, accompanied by key officials of the association, including former National President, Hon. Alabi Kolade; Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Odunayo Ategbero; Senator Uzamere Igbeke, Financial and Lead Consultant; and other senior executives. Speaking during…

Information Commissioner Congratulates Favu on Elevation as NUJ Chief of Staff

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Hon. Obed Nuhu Nana, has congratulated Mr. Ismaila Saba Favu on his elevation to the position of Chief of Staff to the National President of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ). The congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement signed by Yunusa Saidu Ibrahim, Director of Information Services and Public Relations, on behalf of the Commissioner, who described the appointment as well-deserved. The Commissioner noted that the elevation reflects Mr. Favu’s unwavering dedication, professionalism, and remarkable contributions during his tenure as Senior Special…

Nigeria Commends Establishment of World Data Organization in Beijing

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has welcomed the establishment of the World Data Organization (WDO), describing it as a significant step toward strengthening global data cooperation and governance. The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, made this known while addressing journalists at the Inaugural Assembly of the World Data Organization held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the International Conference Centre in Beijing, China. Ebienfa emphasized the importance of a secure, transparent, and rule-based global data system, noting that the creation of the WDO to drive this process is a…

JAMB Releases 2026 UTME Mock Results, Delists 20 CBT Centres Over Technical Glitches

Emporium Reporters

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) mock test conducted on Saturday, March 28, 2026. According to JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, candidates can check their results by sending “MOCKRESULT” via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number registered for the examination. A total of 224,597 candidates registered for the exercise, while 152,586 successfully sat for the test across 989 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres nationwide. The board disclosed that over 20 CBT centres were delisted due to…

Step Up Nigeria, Partners Launch 2026 Whistleblower Art Competition to Mobilise Youths Against Corruption

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A new initiative aimed at promoting whistleblowing and strengthening protection for whistleblowers has been launched by Step Up Nigeria in partnership with Platform to Protect Whistleblowers in Africa. The initiative, tagged the 2026 World Whistleblower Day Art and Media Competition, is designed to amplify youth voices and encourage active participation in the fight against corruption through creative expression. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, the Director of Programmes at Step Up Nigeria, Oluwaferanmi Iyanda, described the competition as a platform for young Nigerians to channel their creativity into promoting…

CSO Calls for Coordinated Security Ahead of 2026 Hajj Airlift

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A civil society organisation, Independent Hajj Reporters, has urged state governments to strengthen and harmonise security arrangements for intending pilgrims ahead of the 2026 Hajj operations. The group’s National Coordinator, Ibrahim Muhammad, who signed the statement made available to journalists on Monday, said the appeal had become necessary as pre-airlift activities commence across the country. According to him, there is an urgent need for proactive measures to forestall potential security threats during the period. He emphasised the importance of closely monitoring the movement of pilgrims from their homes to orientation…

IGP Disu, DSS Boss Reaffirm Strong Security Partnership in Abuja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to deepen collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS) in strengthening national security. IGP Disu made this known during a courtesy visit to the Director-General of the Department of State Services at its headquarters in Abuja, where both security chiefs emphasized the importance of synergy in tackling emerging security challenges across the country. Describing the DSS as an “indispensable yet often unseen partner,” the IGP noted that no major security operation could be…

Police Foil Kidnap Attempt in Rivers, Arrest Suspect, Recover AK-47 Rifles

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against kidnapping, arrested a suspected gang member and recovering two AK-47 rifles, magazines, and ammunition following a foiled abduction attempt in Port Harcourt. Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, CSP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the operation was triggered by a distress call received in the early hours of March 20. A 35-year-old resident, Fadi Nasser, had reported that armed men stormed his residence on Orogbum Crescent, Woji Road, in the Government…

FG Unveils ₦20m National Laureate Prize to Reward Top Student Researchers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has launched a landmark initiative aimed at recognising and rewarding outstanding academic research among students in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions, with prizes of up to ₦20 million for exceptional works. The programme, known as the Nigeria National Laureate Annual Prize, was approved as part of efforts to reposition the country’s education sector towards innovation, research excellence, and knowledge-driven development. Announcing the initiative on Tuesday, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, described the scheme as a strategic intervention designed to elevate scholarly achievement and promote commercially viable…