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Adamawa Police Arrest Man for Flashing AK-47 in Viral Video, Detain Erring Officers in Separate Case

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Adamawa Police Arrest Man for Flashing AK-47 in Viral Video, Detain Erring Officers in Separate Case

Yola – The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man, Anas Dauda, from the Jalingo B area of Lamorde Ward, Mubi South Local Government Area, after a video in which he displayed an AK-47 rifle and made threatening remarks went viral on social media.

In a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the suspect was shown in the footage brandishing the rifle, which appeared loaded with three magazines. He was also alleged to have made disturbing comments, including claims that he could sell or lease the weapon.

The video sparked widespread concern and panic among residents, prompting the state Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, to order the immediate arrest of the suspect.

“Upon receiving the report, the Commissioner of Police directed the Divisional Police Officer of Mubi South Division to trace and arrest the suspect. Police operatives swiftly acted on the directive and apprehended Dauda at a remote location in Mubi town,” the statement read.

Dauda is currently in police custody, while investigations continue to recover the firearm and uncover its source.

CP Morris has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department in Yola to take over the case for discreet investigation and prosecution.

The police commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to maintaining peace and security in Adamawa, warning residents against actions capable of undermining public safety or contravening the law.

Police Arrest Four Officers for Misconduct in Fufore

In a related development, the Adamawa State Police Command has arrested and detained four police officers for alleged misconduct and use of excessive force during an arrest in Fufore Local Government Area.

A statement from the command confirmed that the incident occurred on October 14, 2025, at Sabon Gari Quarters, Fufore, and was captured in a trending social media video.

The officers were seen allegedly using excessive force and discharging firearms while effecting the arrest of a suspect.

CP Morris condemned the unprofessional conduct and assured members of the public that appropriate disciplinary measures would be taken.

“The command will not condone any act of indiscipline or abuse of power. The law will take its full course,” he stated.

He also directed the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the IGP’s X-Squad to carry out a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident.

The commissioner appealed for calm, reassuring the public of the command’s commitment to accountability and professional policing.

Ogun Police Neutralise Two Kidnappers, Rescue Victim in Onipanu Operation

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Ogun Police Neutralise Two Kidnappers, Rescue Victim in Onipanu Operation

Abeokuta – A combined team of tactical operatives from the Ogun State Police Command and other security agencies has neutralised two suspected kidnappers and rescued a victim unhurt during a sting operation in the Onipanu area of the state.

The command’s spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that the operation followed the abduction of Alhaji Hassan Atoyebi on October 27, 2025, at about 8:14 p.m.

According to Odutola, the kidnappers had invaded Atoyebi’s compound, switched off a running generator to lure occupants outside, and ambushed them.

“Unaware of the danger, the victim and another resident came out to inspect what they thought was a mechanical fault but were attacked by the assailants, who subsequently abducted Alhaji Baki Hassan Atoyebi,” the statement read.

The suspects also carted away valuables, including a POS machine, N900,000 in cash, three mobile phones, a power bank, and keys to a Highlander and Corolla vehicle.

Shortly after the abduction, the kidnappers contacted the victim’s family, demanding a N30 million ransom for his release.

Upon receiving the report, the Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, ordered a combined operation involving officers from the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Anti-Crime Section, Surveillance Team, Vigilante Group, So-Safe Corps, and local hunters.

The joint team trailed the hoodlums to their hideout along a creek, where two of the kidnappers were neutralised while others escaped with gunshot injuries.

The victim was rescued unhurt and reunited with his family. His mobile phones and vehicle keys were also recovered from the scene.

CP Ogunlowo commended the gallantry and synergy displayed by the security teams and reassured residents of the command’s continued commitment to public safety.

“The Commissioner of Police further reiterated that Ogun State will continue to be unsafe for criminal elements to operate in any form,” the statement added.

The operation is the latest in a series of successful anti-kidnapping efforts by the Ogun State Police Command. In July, two suspected kidnappers were neutralised in the Owode-Egba area after three residents were abducted in the Ajebo community.

Fuel Price May Hit N1,000/Litre As Tinubu Approves 15% Import Tariff

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Fuel Price May Hit N1,000/Litre As Tinubu Approves 15% Import Tariff

…Marketers warn of looming hardship, monopolistic concerns
…Govt says move will protect local refiners, ensure stability

Lagos, Nigeria – Petroleum marketers have raised the alarm that the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, could surge beyond N1,000 per litre following President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent ad valorem import tariff on fuel imports.

The new fiscal policy, detailed in a directive from the Presidency dated October 21, 2025, is designed to protect domestic refiners and create a level playing field for the nascent local refining industry. However, operators within the downstream sector have warned that the move could backfire, exacerbating the economic hardship faced by Nigerians and potentially leading to fuel scarcity.

The policy, which follows a proposal by the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji, is expected to take effect after a 30-day transition period. In a memo, Adedeji stated that the initiative aims to “operationalise crude transactions in local currency, strengthen local refining capacity, and ensure a stable, affordable supply of petroleum products across Nigeria.”

According to presidential projections, the tariff could increase the landing cost of petrol by approximately N99.72 per litre, potentially pushing the pump price in Lagos to around N964.72 per litre. The government argues this price remains below the regional average compared to neighbouring West African nations.

Marketers Sound Alarm Over Price Hike, Monopoly Fears

Despite the government’s assurances, depot operators and marketers have expressed deep concerns. In anonymous telephone interviews with The Guardian on Thursday, several operators stated that the real-world impact could be more severe than official estimates.

“As it is, the price of fuel may go above N1,000 per litre. I don’t know why the government will be adding more to people’s suffering,” one depot operator lamented.

Another operator pointed to potential market alignment among major players, stating, “Unfortunately, some of the importers are working in alignment with Dangote, which is why the last price increase was general; all players raised their prices at once.”

The National Vice-President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, Hammed Fashola, acknowledged the policy had a dual impact. He stated that while the tariff could discourage importation and promote local refining, it also carries significant risks.

“The 15 per cent tariff on imported fuel has its own implications. Maybe the price will go up, and equally, it will discourage importers from bringing in fuel if it becomes too costly,” Fashola said.

He highlighted the pervasive concern within the sector that the policy could be perceived as “a way of monopolising the industry for certain people,” a clear reference to the Dangote Refinery and other local players.

Fashola also issued a critical caveat, stressing that the entire strategy is contingent on the ability of local refiners to meet domestic demand. “If the local refiners fail, it will have its own implications. It may lead to scarcity, and people will not have an alternative,” he added.

Government’s Rationale: Protecting Local Investment

The government’s position, as outlined in the presidential approval, is that the tariff is necessary to correct a market distortion. Adedeji’s memo noted that “import parity pricing often falls below cost recovery levels for domestic refiners,” threatening their viability.

The policy is framed as a measure to prevent duty-free fuel imports from undermining the significant investments in domestic refining, including the 650,000-barrels-per-day Dangote Refinery and several modular refineries.

However, with imported petrol still meeting an estimated 67 per cent of Nigeria’s consumption, the 30-day transition to this new tariff regime presents a significant test for the government’s balance between protecting local industries and shielding consumers from further price inflation. The coming weeks will determine whether the move stabilises the market or triggers the price surge and hardship that marketers predict.

Moghalu, Abah clash over wife’s comment on Lagos investment

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Moghalu, Abah clash over wife’s comment on Lagos investment

A fiery social media war has erupted between a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Kingsley Moghalu, and a governance expert, Joe Abah, after Abah made dismissive remarks about Moghalu’s wife, Maryanne.

The clash, which has set the platform X ablaze, stems from a recent debate on ethnic slurs where an old post by Maryanne was dragged into the fray.

The bone of contention was Maryanne’s viral 2024 statement, “Invest in Lagos at your own peril,” which she made following the demolition of properties by the Lagos State Government.

When a social media influencer, Ogbeni Dipo, reminded Abah of the post during the debate, Abah fired back, “Maryanne Moghalu will not stop me or anyone else from investing in Lagos or anywhere else. I didn’t need to respond to that even if I had seen it.”

‘Leave me out of your stories’ – Maryanne hits back

The comment did not go down well with Maryanne, who swiftly clapped back, declaring she had no apology for her stance.

In a strongly-worded response, she stated, “I have absolutely nothing to apologise for about my statement. It was personal, and I reserve the right to make it.”

She accused Abah of playing games and told him pointedly, “Please leave me out of your stories. This was completely unnecessary.”

Defending her position, she argued, “If you invest with approval and it is destroyed at will, no matter where it is, I will say do not invest there. Period.”

She also vehemently denied any ethnic motive behind her warning, stating, “When I made the statement, it was not directed at any tribe.”

Moghalu fumes, accuses Abah of disrespect

The exchange took a more dramatic turn when Kingsley Moghalu entered the ring, lambasting Abah for disrespecting his wife.

Expressing his personal offence, Moghalu lamented that Abah referred to his spouse “in a negative and disrespectful manner in his post.”

“He could have addressed his critics without mentioning my spouse’s name, but of course, he must throw her under the bus to further his vain posturing on social media,” Moghalu fumed.

He stood firmly by his wife, asserting that her famous statement was “emphatically NOT ethnic in its intent or purpose, but rather was about the protection of the rights of investors.”

The public spat is a stark contrast to a panel discussion earlier this year where Moghalu and Abah shared a stage, harmoniously discussing the positive role of social media in national reforms. The current feud highlights how quickly online discourse among Nigeria’s elite can turn from policy to personal attacks.

FCT Police Smash Transnational Kidnap Syndicate, Rescue 23 Foreign Victims Unharmed

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FCT Police Smash Transnational Kidnap Syndicate, Rescue 23 Foreign Victims Unharmed

…14 Suspects Arrested, Kingpin on the Run

In a major breakthrough against cross-border crime, operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command’s Scorpion Squad have rescued twenty-three (23) foreign nationals from a transnational kidnapping ring and arrested fourteen (14) suspects linked to the syndicate.

The intelligence-led operation was conducted around 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 22, 2025, at Angwan Adamu Ruga Fulani Zone B, Riverside, Ado Mararaba in Nasarawa State.

According to a statement by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, ANIPR, the victims—comprising fourteen (14) males, eight (8) females, and one (1) child—were all rescued unhurt, except one who sustained a minor ear injury and was taken to the National Hospital, Abuja, for treatment.

The police explained that the victims were lured from Mali into Nigeria under the guise of lucrative job offers, only to be held captive by the syndicate, who demanded ransoms through WhatsApp and other digital platforms.

Preliminary investigations identified one Abubakar Jigiba as the mastermind behind the network. Jigiba, described as a notorious transnational criminal with known residences in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Mali, and Nigeria, allegedly coordinated the operation with his younger brother, Sougule Zoubere, who managed recruitment and trafficking from Mali. The gang reportedly demanded four million CFA (₦10 million) for each victim.

“The victims were trafficked into the country through illegal border routes over a three-day journey and kept in two fortified two-bedroom apartments under inhumane conditions,” Adeh said.

Those arrested include Bubakari Cisse (40), Karamogo Dembele (25), Musa Kamsoko (23), Amadou Traore (25), Sareba Traore (24), Zoumana Diara (23), Umar Koulibaly (26), Alasgara Sagara (20), Berthe Saidu (23), Abdullahi Napo (32), Isah Goita (26), Lorita Traore (22), Mohammed Siaaibe (23), and Haruna Dembele (37).

The Commissioner of Police, FCT, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, psc, praised the Scorpion Squad for the swift operation and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements via emergency numbers: 08032003913, 08028940883, or CRU 08107314192.

Efforts, he said, are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing kingpin, Jigiba, and his brother, Zoubere.

ACReSAL Takes Sanitation to Rural FCT, Commissions Waste Facility , Donates 14 Tricycles to Boost Clean Environment

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ACReSAL Takes Sanitation to Rural FCT, Commissions Waste Facility , Donates 14 Tricycles to Boost Clean Environment

In a major step toward improving sanitation and promoting sustainable waste management, the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has commissioned a waste management facility in Wako community and handed over 14 tricycles to enhance waste collection in Sheda, both located in Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Speaking at the commissioning, the Mandate Secretary, Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat (ARDS), Abdullahi Ango, urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the facilities to boost sanitation and stimulate economic growth within their communities.

Ango, who also chairs the FCT ACReSAL Project Committee, noted that the intervention was not limited to Kwali but extends across all six Area Councils of the FCT.

“The provision of waste management facilities and tricycles to Community Interest Groups (CIGs) is aimed at improving hygiene, preventing disease outbreaks, and promoting a cleaner environment,” he stated.

He explained that the beneficiary groups were carefully selected through a needs assessment process based on their active engagement in community sanitation. He also revealed that more projects are underway to address other environmental and agricultural challenges in the area councils.

The FCT ACReSAL Project Coordinator, Mrs. Caroline Opara, said the initiative is part of efforts to end open defecation, enhance community health, and empower rural residents economically.

“The tricycles were given to Community Interest Groups that have shown strong commitment to maintaining clean surroundings. This initiative will not only reduce indiscriminate dumping of waste but also boost their livelihoods,” Opara said.

She further disclosed that ACReSAL is planning an erosion control project in Gwagwalada Area Council as part of ongoing environmental resilience efforts.

The Etsu Wako, Abdulazeez Usman, commended ACReSAL and the FCT Administration for bringing development projects closer to rural dwellers.

“This initiative is a welcome development and a thing of joy to our people. We will ensure the facility is protected and used for its intended purpose,” he assured.

In her remarks, Amina Mustapha, representing the National Project Coordinator, said the intervention would go a long way in improving public health and environmental sustainability across the FCT.

The ACReSAL project, jointly supported by the Federal Government and development partners, continues to drive climate resilience, sanitation, and community-based development initiatives in Nigeria’s semi-arid regions.

Excitement as FG Trains, Empowers 250 Women, Youths, gives Start up Capital In Edo LGA

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Excitement as FG Trains, Empowers 250 Women, Youths, gives Start up Capital In Edo LGA



***Facilitator, NASC’s Secretary, Lucky Ikharo Commended

The federal government has conducted a three-day intensive entrepreneurship training of 250 Women and Youths in Owan-West Local Government Area of Edo state.
During the training, participants were trained on the production of disinfectants, bleaching items, and odour control.

During training exercise, participants in groups engaged in practical production of disinfectants and other items in line with the directives of the theoretical training exercise.

After the completion of the programme, the federal government gave Start up Capital to the participants as part of efforts to assist them start local production in their communities.

The training programme was conducted at the famous Uhonmora civic centre which is located in the centre of the community, in the Local government.
The programme was facilitated by the secretary of the National Assembly Service Commission, Mr Lucky Ikharo, FTID.

During training exercise, participants in groups engaged in practical production of disinfectants and other items in line with the directives of the theoretical training exercise.

The training was done by the National Board for Technology Incubation in conjunction with the Management of GGF NIG. LTD
The training exercise started with accreditation of two hundred and Fifty participants of both Female and Male persons drawn from the local

Addressing the gathering the programme lead consultant, Magbagbeola Abass Adebayo
informed them of the rationale behind the training and the accompanied start up Capital benefits.
He further harped on the need for the beneficiaries to make judicious use provided Capital for business purposes and advise against wasting the fund.
On her part the Aisha Oladipo emphasize the need for them utilize knowledge gain during the training to better their lives and assist their families.
The Vice President of Uhonmora Ora Progressives Union worldwide Mrs Evangelina Agbai at the occasion commended the federal government and the facilitator of the training exercise in Owan-West local government Area
She urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the acquired Skills and the start up Capital as directed by the Scheme.
The beneficiaries on their parts expressed delight for be part of the federal government initiative and harped on the need to go with the directives of the scheme .
High points of the training exercise saw participants in groups engaged in practical production of the items inline with what their taught during the theory session
The presentation of certificates climaxed the event after which the items produced were distributed to participants

Wike in Dubai, to Showcase Abuja’s Investment Opportunities at Global Mayors’ Summit

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Wike in Dubai, to Showcase Abuja’s Investment Opportunities at Global Mayors’ Summit


The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has arrived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to participate in the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum (2025APCS) where he will pitch Abuja as a top destination for global investment.

His Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, confirmed the development in a statement on Monday.

Wike departed Abuja on Sunday and arrived in Dubai at about 4:00am, where he was received by Nigeria’s Consul General in Dubai, Ambassador Zayyanu Ibrahim, alongside officials of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).

According to Olayinka, the FCT Minister will on Tuesday lead a high-level discussion panel, engage global mayors, and field strategic questions on Abuja’s growth, governance, and expanding economic prospects.

The summit, organised by the Brisbane City Council, Australia, brings together mayors, city leaders, global CEOs, and young innovators across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and beyond promoting partnerships that drive urban development, trade and foreign investment.

Wike’s delegation includes: Engr. Richard Yunana Dauda, Acting Executive Secretary, FCDA; Benedict Daudu, SSA on Legal and Multilateral Cooperation; Mukhtar Galadima, Director, Development Control; Engr. Chuks Udeh, Director, Engineering Services; and Sani Musa Daura, Director of Protocol.

Wike is expected to hold key engagements aimed at strengthening Abuja’s visibility as a modern capital and unlocking fresh investment opportunities for the city.

Alake Courts Global Investors, Says Nigeria Is Now the Best Destination for Mineral Investment

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Alake Courts Global Investors, Says Nigeria Is Now the Best Destination for Mineral Investment

Nigeria has emerged as the most attractive global destination for solid minerals investment due to sweeping reforms that guarantee security, transparency, and profitability, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has declared.

Speaking at the China Mining Conference in Tianjin, Alake urged international investors to raise their stakes in Nigeria’s mining sector, citing ongoing reforms that have already transformed the industry’s fortunes.

His words: “Since September 2023, when this administration assumed office, Chinese companies such as Canmax Technology, Jiuling Lithium, Avatar New Energy Nigeria Company, and Asba have invested over $1.3 billion in lithium processing. The investments have boosted Nigeria’s economic diversification efforts, reduced its dependency on oil and attracted infrastructure, technology transfer, and expertise.”

The minister, who addressed the conference on the theme: “Connect and Collaborate, Co-Build and Co-Share,” said President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to China in September 2024 has further opened the floodgates of foreign capital, with fresh commitments expected to accelerate sectoral growth.

Alake highlighted key reforms undertaken to protect investors and eliminate illegal mining, including the deployment of Mining Marshals and a satellite-powered mines monitoring system.

On the ease of doing business, he listed technology upgrades such as: Electronic Mining Cadastre (EMC+); National Mineral Resources Decision Support System (NMRDS); Regional Centres of Excellence; and Enhanced ministry and agency websites for remote global transactions

“These reforms,” he said, “guarantee improved security of tenure, faster processing of licences, and transparency that investors can trust.”

As chairman of the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG), Alake reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening continental collaboration in mineral reporting systems and governance, insisting that Africa must leverage its shared mineral wealth for collective economic independence.

He disclosed that the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) and the SMDF-AFC Facility are being positioned to support early-stage exploration and de-risking of investments across the region.

The minister extended a warm invitation to global investors to take advantage of opportunities in lithium, gold, lead-zinc, barite, rare earth elements, and other high-value minerals.

“Nigeria’s vision is not only to extract minerals but to build a globally competitive value chain that supports clean energy transition, job creation, and industrial growth all within responsible mining standards,” he added.

Presenting at a technical session on “Mining in Africa and Policy,” the Director-General of the Nigeria Geological Survey Agency (NGSA), Professor Olusegun Omoniyi Ige, showcased the National Mineral Resources Data System and the country’s extensive aeromagnetic and geochemical data, noting that while progress has been made, more investment is needed to convert proven potential into mined wealth.

The session featured contributions from officials and experts including Mr. Xu Xueyi, Deputy Director-General of the China Geological Survey; H.E. Mohamed Ahmed Taha, Sudan’s Minister of Minerals; Ms. Phumzile Mgcina, South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources; and Mr. Joseph Lebbie, Director-General of

Police Re-Arrest Sowore After He Meets Bail Conditions

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Human rights activist and #FreeNnamdiKanuNow campaigner, Omoyele Sowore, was on Friday re-arrested by police shortly after fulfilling bail conditions granted by a Kuje Magistrate Court in Abuja.

Sowore, Prince Emmanuel Kanu brother to IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu former IPOB lawyer Aloy Ejimakor, and ten others were earlier granted bail in the sum of ₦500,000 each, with two FCT-based sureties, valid identification, and three years’ tax clearance.

But despite meeting all requirements, police operatives immediately took Sowore back into custody after the court sitting and transported him to the Kuje Correctional Centre.

He is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday, October 27, on fresh charges linked to his recent public allegation accusing President Bola Tinubu of criminality.

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