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Police Arrest Four Suspects, Recover Firearms in Delta Anti-Cult Operations

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The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspects and recovered firearms and illicit substances in separate operations targeting cultism and violent crime in the state. In a statement issued on Monday by the command's Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, the police said the arrests were made during coordinated operations in Okpe Local Government Area and Ibusa, as part of ongoing efforts to curb criminal activities. In one of the operations, operatives on surveillance patrol in Orerokpe arrested a 32-year-old suspect, Peter Onajite, and recovered a locally made double-barrel cut-to-size pistol, two live cartridges, and one expended cartridge. The statement said the suspect also had sachets of suspected tramadol in his possession and allegedly confessed to being a leader of the Juris Confraternity. He is currently in custody while investigations continue. In a separate operation, police foiled a suspected cult  initiation in Ibusa following a tip-off. Three suspects, i...
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Police Dismiss Rumours of Cult Clash in Lagos, Assure Residents of Safety

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CP Tijani Olayiwola Fatai  The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed reports of a planned cult-related clash in parts of the state, describing the circulating message as false and capable of causing unnecessary panic. In a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Adebisi on Monday, the command said it had deployed personnel and operational assets to areas mentioned in the reports, including Shitta, Akerele, Itire/Aguda and Ishaga, to prevent any breakdown of law and order. The state Commissioner of Police, Tijani Olayiwola Fatai, said proactive measures had been taken to secure the affected areas and adjoining communities. He added that patrols had been intensified, with officers strategically positioned to ensure public safety and deter any unlawful activities. CP Fatai assured residents that there was no cause for alarm and urged them to go about their daily activities without fear. He also advised the public to disregard unverified information and rely on official ...
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Abereke: CAPPA Urges Action Over Oil Spill, Ocean Surge in Ondo Community

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Oil-coated water in Abereke Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on the Federal Government and Ondo State authorities to urgently intervene in what it described as a worsening environmental and humanitarian crisis in Abereke community, Ilaje Local Government Area. In a statement issued after a field visit, the organisation said recurring oil spills and ocean surges have devastated livelihoods and submerged large parts of the community. CAPPA Associate Director, Martins Ogunlade, described the situation as “devastating and fast deteriorating,” blaming it on a combination of corporate negligence and government inaction. CAPPA's Associate Director, Climate and Environment, points at a oil-polluted fish pond in Abereke. The group alleged that a recent oil spill, linked to Guarantee Petroleum Company, has continued to impact the community months after it occurred. According to CAPPA, the spill has contaminated water bodies, destroyed aquatic life, ...
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LIRS Extends Deadline for Filing Annual Income Tax Returns to April 21, 2026

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LIRS Executive Chairman, Ayodele Subair The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service has announced a further extension of the deadline for the filing of individual annual income tax returns to April 21, 2026. According to the agency, the decision follows a surge in activity on its eTax platform after an earlier extension to April 14, 2026, as more taxpayers rushed to meet compliance requirements. The agency, in a statement by its Head, Corporate Communications,  Monsurat Amasa-Oyelude,  said the additional extension is aimed at ensuring all taxpayers have sufficient time to complete their filings successfully, while also improving convenience and maintaining the accuracy of submitted information. It reminded residents that filing of annual income tax returns remains a statutory obligation and encouraged taxpayers to take advantage of the new deadline to fulfill their civic responsibility. The Executive Chairman of LIRS, Ayodele Subair, reaffirmed that all submissions must be made ...
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LASUTH Says DNA Loss Hindered Identification in Pelumi Onifade's Inquest

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Late Pelumi Onifade  The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) has told a coroner’s court that it could not identify a body believed to be that of late journalist Pelumi Onifade due to the loss of DNA samples during the 2020 unrest. The hospital, in a report submitted to the court, said all DNA samples at the Lagos State DNA and Forensic Centre were destroyed when the facility was burnt during the EndSARS protests. The disclosure was made at the resumed hearing of the coroner’s inquest into Onifade’s death on April 7, 2026. However, counsel to Media Rights Agenda (MRA), Mr. Alimi Adamu, challenged the hospital’s claim, describing it as inconsistent with established timelines. Adamu told the court that official records show the DNA centre was burnt on October 23, 2020—one day before Onifade’s death on October 24—arguing that DNA samples later collected from the journalist’s family could not have been among those destroyed. He added that the samples were taken days after ...
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Entrepreneur Golibe Ilechukwu Features on ‘Building in Nigeria’ Podcast Series

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  A digital platform dedicated to highlighting positive, uplifting stories and innovations from Nigeria, The Goodnews Naija Podcast has featured entrepreneur and business strategist, Golibe Ilechukwu, in a new episode of its ‘Building in Nigeria’ series. The platform said the episode focuses on entrepreneurship, digital growth, and opportunities for African businesses, highlighting insights from Ilechukwu’s experience in building and scaling ventures. Ilechukwu, founder of Sales School Africa, is known for his work in digital marketing and business development. He has reportedly generated over $10 million in global sales and was recently recognised with the African Choice Award for his contributions to entrepreneurship. According to the podcast producers, the episode explores key issues affecting African entrepreneurs, including marketing misconceptions, challenges of scaling businesses, and the importance of building sustainable sales systems. Producer of the show, Memunat Oladepo...
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SOS: MURIC Raises Alarm Over Displacement of Katsina Community, Urges Urgent Rescue

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on authorities to urgently intervene in the plight of residents of Sukuntuni in Kankiya Local Government Area of Katsina State, following reports of mass displacement caused by threats from suspected bandits. The group raised the alarm in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Executive Director, Ishaq Akintola, describing the situation as dire and requiring immediate government action. MURIC said it had obtained a video showing residents fleeing Sukuntuni and surrounding communities, including Musawa, Chuga and Matazu, after receiving a letter allegedly from bandits. According to the organisation, the letter reportedly demanded 700 cows and 1,000 sheep as ransom to prevent an invation, giving the communities until April 10 as a deadline. The group said the ultimatum triggered panic, forcing residents to abandon their homes in large numbers in search of safety. MURIC in a Save Our Soul (SOS) message  urged the Federal Government to ...
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