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Neutralise remnants of terrorist ecosystem: J&K L-G Manoj Sinha tells security agencies

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha directed the security agencies that operations must continue to neutralise the remnants of the terrorist ecosystem

How companies disbursed Kogi LG funds through ‘in-and-out’ paper transactions – EFCC investigator

The transactions allegedly took place during the tenure of former Governor Yahaya Bello charged with diverting billions of naira in Kogi State funds.

Police investigate fatal shooting in Melbourne's north

Homicide detectives are at the scene of the fatal shooting in Reservoir and say a burnt-out car found several kilometres away may be linked to the incident.

Full statement: Wontumi’s reflections from prison

RE: CHAIRMAN WONTUMI’S REFLECTIONS FROM PRISON – CALLS FOR DEDICATED PRISON HOSPITAL, CONJUGAL VISITATION, AND TOTAL REFORM Following my consistent visits to Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) since his remand on July 20th, 2026, I wish to share his full reflections on the state of Ghana’s prisons and his humble appeal for urgent reforms. Parliamentary Involvement – Key to Reform: Chairman Wontumi makes a special appeal to Parliament of Ghana for these changes to happen.

Benue police arrest 60-year-old man over defilement of minor

records other breakthroughs By Peter Duru, Makurdi The Benue State Police Command has arrested a 60-year-old man over the alleged defilement of a 10-year-old girl in Igumale, Ado Local Government Area, LGA, of the state. The Commissioner said “17 farmers were also rescued from Tse-Acha and Tse-Wuam communities in Bamun Village, Tombo District, Logo LGA, on October 7, while eight kidnapped victims, including a Reverend Father, were rescued in Ohimini LGA following their abduction along the Ugbokolo-Ajegbe-Awume Road on October 13.”

Russell Brand told police he led a ‘very promiscuous’ life, trial hears

Comedian accused of sexual offences against six women said consensual encounters were ‘unfavourably reframed decades later’ Russell Brand told police he had led a “very promiscuous” life and consensual sexual encounters had been “unfavourably reframed decades later”, his trial has heard. The 51-year-old comedian blamed the allegations on “defamatory and fictitious” media reports.

Tinubu orders intensified probe into Katsina cleric’s killing amid Ansaru claim

President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to intensify investigations into the killing of Islamic preacher Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka and his friend in Katsina State, as the terrorist group Ansaru claims responsibility for the attack.

Kidnappers abduct six in Kaduna

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Suspected kidnappers have abducted six persons during an attack on Nuru Suraj Estate in the Millennium City area of Kaduna metropolis on Tuesday morning. The incident has renewed concerns over the security situation in Millennium City, an area of Kaduna metropolis that has witnessed previous attacks by suspected kidnappers.

Six killed in another Plateau attack as governor vows to track down killers

Governor Caleb Mutfwang says investigators have recovered evidence that could help track down the perpetrators.

Police arrest man in viral video preaching religious intolerance, violence

The Zamfara State Police Command on Tuesday arrested the man caught in a viral video soliciting arms to attack Christians in Enugu and Plateau states.

Supreme Court needs transparent roster system, says former Judge Oka

Former Supreme Court Judge Abhay Oka was speaking at a discussion on judicial accountability organised by the Campaign for Judicial Accountability and Reforms at the India International Centre in New Delhi

Three arrested in Atewa Forest as NAIMOS launches Operation Green Shield

Three people have been arrested in the Atewa Forest Reserve in the Eastern Region as the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) launches a military-backed operation to flush out illegal miners and protect the threatened forest. As part of the latest intervention, Mr Buah said the government, with support from the Ghana Armed Forces, would establish a camp within the Atewa Forest to sustain the operation and prevent renewed encroachment.

Abia community banishes 82-year-old man following murder confession

A man, 82-year-old, has been banished from Umuizu, Okwulaga Afaraukwu Ibeku, in Umuahia, Abia State, after being caught allegedly attempting to bury suspected charms on farmland belonging to a member of the community. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 17, 2026,

Kashmiri Pandit Rakesh Handoo circulates ‘edited terror threat’ online, faces charges under IT Act

Officials said Mr. Handoo was zeroed in after a Kashmiri Pandit employee, Rohit Raina whose name figured in the “terror threat list”, registered a complaint with the police

Police probe extortion allegation against vigilante official in Edo

The Edo State Police Command has opened an investigation into extortion allegations against a vigilante personnel. According to a statement by the state’s PPRO, Eno Ikoedem, the vigilante personnel was caught in a viral video extorting money from motorists.

‘Well-known’ public figure in bid to stop publication of allegations of inappropriate sexual activities

Individual seeks permanent injunction against Guardian and ITN to block claims, citing high risk of suicide A “well-known individual” attempting to block two media outlets from publishing allegations about him has been accused of inappropriate and exploitative sexual activities “with a large number of girls and young women”, the high court has heard. The individual, referred to in court as PPT, is seeking a permanent injunction against the Guardian and ITN to stop them publishing the allegations, which he denies.

Saudi ambassador to Kenya narrowly avoids jail

The dispute dates back to 2014, when a Mr Abdullahi said the embassy unfairly terminated his...

Funeral held for family killed in Jordanian airstrikes in Syria

Mourners have buried four members of a family, including three children, killed in Jordanian airstrikes in Syria.

ICPC partners UN to combat fraud in aid delivery across N’East

The Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission has partnered with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs to identify fraudulent practices that threaten the efficiency of aid delivery to vulnerable communities across Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states. Speaking during a familiarisation visit to the office of the UN OCHA in

Police Arrest Youth In Zamfara Over Viral Video Threatening Christians

The Zamfara State Police Command has arrested a youth over a viral video allegedly showing him chanting a song calling for the killing of Christians. Wa’ikamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS), Zamfara State Chapter, alongside pupils from two Islamic schools in Maradun Local Government Area.

Northern youths demands Justice over killing of Sheikh Masusuka

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has called on the Federal Government and the Katsina State Government to ensure a thorough investigation into the killing of Islamic scholar, Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masusuka, and bring those responsible to justice. The council, in a statement issued on Monday by its president, Comrade Isah Abubakar, condemned the killing of the cleric, describing it as a grave attack on Islamic scholarship and the moral fabric of Northern Nigeria.

Increase women’s representation in Police force, says Bengaluru Police Commissioner

CAN Demands Probe Of Video Showing Boys Chanting Threats Against Christians

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on security agencies to investigate a viral video showing a young man leading a group of boys in chants advocating attacks on Christians in Enugu and Jos during Sunday worship. CAN urged the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to establish when and where the video was recorded, identify those involved and determine who organised or facilitated the activity.

Egyptian journalist Lina Attalah detained after court orders news site's closure

Amnesty International said the verdict against Attalah and independent outlet Mada Masr represented "a crushing blow to press freedom".