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Police officers conducting an operation in Bayelsa State.

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Bayelsa Police Arrest 23 Suspected Cultists Amid Rising Violence

Police in Bayelsa State have arrested 23 individuals linked to cult violence and recovered various weapons.

Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police Ajao Saka Adewale speaking at a community meeting.

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Bayelsa Police Chief Calls for Community Support to Tackle Cult Violence

The Bayelsa State Commissioner of Police urges community leaders to collaborate with law enforcement to reduce cult-related violence.

Protesters gather during a demonstration in France.

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France Halts Stun Grenade Use After Student Loses Hand in Protest Incident

The French government suspends stun grenade use amid rising tensions during student protests.

A police officer in Yobe State, Nigeria, during a press briefing.

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Nine-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Setting Fire That Killed Family Members in Yobe

A young boy in Yobe State, Nigeria, is in police custody for allegedly causing a deadly fire.

Police officers responding to an incident in Sokoto.

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Police Confirm Attack by Bandits in Sokoto Communities, Officer Killed

A police inspector was killed during a bandit attack in Sokoto’s Shagari Local Government Area.

Students protesting in Paris for better school conditions.

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France Halts Stun Grenade Use Amid Student Protests Over School Conditions

The French government has paused the use of stun grenades at student protests following incidents of police violence.

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State during a press conference.

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Osun Governor Calls Security Meeting Amid Rising Cult Violence

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has summoned security chiefs to address recent cult-related killings.

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Three Arrested in Oyo for Allegedly Killing Six Family Members

Police have detained three suspects in connection with the murder of a family of six in Oyo State.

Police officers conducting an operation in Rivers State

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Police Arrest Two Suspects After Kidnapping Victim Released in Rivers State

Two suspected kidnappers were arrested after a family paid a ransom for a victim’s release in Port Harcourt.

Police at the scene of a shooting incident in Plateau State.

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Seven Injured in Shooting Attack on Traders in Plateau State

Gunmen opened fire on market traders returning home in Jos South, injuring seven people.

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Father Arrested for Allegedly Beating 10-Year-Old Daughter in Imo State

A man in Imo State faces arrest after reportedly injuring his daughter with an electric cable.

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Police in Abuja Warn Against Unlicensed Vehicle Plates and Concealed Numbers

The FCT Police Command issues a warning to vehicle owners about illegal license plates.

Rivers State Police officers conducting an operation

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Rivers State Police Rescue Kidnapped Man and Arrest Two Suspects

Police in Rivers State rescued a man kidnapped in September and arrested two suspects linked to the crime.

Police officers standing outside a courthouse.

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22 Suspected Cult Members Arrested and Arraigned in Delta State

The Delta State Police have arrested 22 individuals suspected of cult activities in two communities.

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Shehu Nadada leading a search operation.

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Police Launch Search for 20 Abducted Corps Members in Imo State

The Inspector-General of Police has sent a senior officer to lead efforts to rescue 20 abducted corps members.

Late Afrobeats singer Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba.

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Police to Reinvestigate Death of Afrobeats Star Mohbad Following Family Petition

The Inspector-General of Police has approved a new investigation into the death of singer Mohbad at his family’s request.

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Police Inspector Killed by Hit-and-Run Driver in Lagos During Presidential Visit

A female police inspector was fatally struck by a vehicle while on duty for President Tinubu’s arrival in Lagos.

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Borno Police Explain Arrests of Men Wearing ‘Tinubu Must Go’ Shirts

Five men arrested in Maiduguri were detained for alleged drug possession, not political views.

Students and staff gather at the FUOYE Vice-Chancellor's residence in support.

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FUOYE Community Rescues Vice-Chancellor from Police Arrest Attempt

Students and staff at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, rallied to protect their Vice-Chancellor from police.

Police at the Fairford Youth Football Club near RAF Fairford base.

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Confusion Surrounds UK Airbase Incident as No Explosives Found

Authorities investigate a scare at RAF Fairford after reports reveal no explosives were detected.