Author: Standard Focus

By Akin Rotimi The Nigeria Police Force has dismantled a syndicate involved in the large-scale vandalisation of railway infrastructure, recovering materials valued at over N400 million and arresting two suspects in Nasarawa State. Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, disclosed that the suspects, Chisom Goodnews, 32, and Ahmed Adamu, 22, were apprehended on April 9, 2026, at about... Read more

By Bankole Ademola A stakeholders’ meeting of rival factions within the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) descended into violence in Lagos, leaving four members with gunshot injuries and several others abducted.The clash occurred in the Okoko area, sparking panic among residents. RTEAN Lagos State Chairman, Shamusedeen Ajala, accused the union’s National President, Musa Mohammad, of refusing to relinquish... Read more

By Philip Annah Anger and grief have engulfed Gboko, Benue State, following the death of a 20-year-old woman, Ngohide Monkyegh, under circumstances residents describe as disturbing and suspicious. Community sources alleged that the deceased became pregnant after repeated abuse by a relative identified as her uncle, described as a religious figure.According to a source, efforts to conceal the pregnancy led... Read more