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    Day: April 3, 2026

    Plateau Crisis: IGP Disu Orders Sustained Security Operations After Jos Attack

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Plateau Crisis: IGP Disu Orders Sustained Security Operations After Jos AttackThe Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has carried out an operational visit to Plateau State following the recent attack on Angwan Rukuba community in the Nasarawa Gwong area of Jos North Local Government Area, which claimed several lives.The police chief condemned the attack and, on arrival, paid a courtesy... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    ADC Crisis: Kwankwasiyya Warns of Democratic Threat, Seeks Judicial Intervention

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    ADC Crisis: Kwankwasiyya Warns of Democratic Threat, Seeks Judicial Intervention KANO — The Kwankwasiyya movement has raised alarm over what it described as growing threats to Nigeria’s democratic system, urging urgent intervention by the National Judicial Council (NJC) over conflicting court rulings affecting political parties.In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Habib Mohammed, the group said recent developments surrounding the... Read more

    Category: Politics

    Adeleke Advocates Endowment Fund for Technology, Innovation…as MicCom donates N150m to OAU

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Adeleke Advocates Endowment Fund for Technology, Innovation…as MicCom donates N150m to OAU Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has underscored the importance of sustained investment in education, particularly in technology and innovation, as a catalyst for national development.Adeleke made the call on Thursday at the launch and cheque presentation of a N150 million MicCom Memorial Endowment Fund in honour of the... Read more

    Category: News

    Easter: Police Intensify Security Across Lagos, Assure Residents of Safety

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Easter: Police Intensify Security Across Lagos, Assure Residents of Safety The Lagos State Police Command has announced a large-scale deployment of personnel and operational assets across the state ahead of the Easter celebrations to ensure maximum security.Commissioner of Police, CP Tijani Fatai, said the proactive measures are designed to guarantee a peaceful, safe and hitch-free celebration for residents and visitors... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Angwan Rukuba Attack: Benue Govt Evacuates Over 600 Students from UNIJOS

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Angwan Rukuba Attack: Benue Govt Evacuates Over 600 Students from UNIJOS The Benue State Government has begun the evacuation of its indigenes studying at the University of Jos (UNIJOS) following the recent deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba and nearby communities in Jos.The attack, which claimed several lives, has heightened tension in the area and raised concerns over the safety of... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Oyo Govt Proceeds with Ibadan Coronation Despite Absence of Three High Chiefs

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Oyo Govt Proceeds with Ibadan Coronation Despite Absence of Three High Chiefs The Oyo State Government on Friday proceeded with the coronation of selected high chiefs in Ibadan, despite the absence of three nominees who had earlier requested a postponement.The affected chiefs—Sharafadeen Alli, Adebayo Akande and Lateef Oyelade—had formally notified authorities of their unavailability for the ceremony and sought a... Read more

    Category: News

    Banditry Fallout: Sokoto Senator Dumps APC, Accuses Government of Failing to Protect Rural Communities

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Banditry Fallout: Sokoto Senator Dumps APC, Accuses Government of Failing to Protect Rural Communities SOKOTO:- Senator Ibrahim Lamido, representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, has announced his resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the worsening security crisis in his constituency as the primary reason for his decision. The lawmaker said the persistent bandit attacks across communities in the district... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Nasarawa Police Rescue Abducted Newborn, Arrest Two Suspects

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Nasarawa Police Rescue Abducted Newborn, Arrest Two Suspects The Nasarawa State Police Command has rescued a three-day-old baby boy who was abducted in Mararaba, Karu Local Government Area, and arrested two suspects linked to the crime.The rescue was confirmed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Police Ramhan Nansel, who disclosed that the incident was... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Panic as Gunmen Ambush, Kill One in Riyom Community

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Panic as Gunmen Ambush, Kill One in Riyom Community Jos — Panic gripped residents of Tan Jol community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State on Friday morning after suspected gunmen ambushed and killed a man. The victim was reportedly attacked and shot dead in the early hours of the day, sparking fear and tension across the community. The... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert

    Mutfwang Praises Tinubu Over Approval of 1,000 Forest Guards for Plateau

    April 3, 2026 (updated April 3, 2026) Published by Standard Focus

    Mutfwang Praises Tinubu Over Approval of 1,000 Forest Guards for Plateau Jos — Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards to bolster security in the state. The governor gave the commendation on Thursday during the President’s visit to Jos to sympathise with families affected by the recent attack... Read more

    Category: Politics

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