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7,000 New Forest Guards Deployed to Fight Bandits

The Tinubu administration has deployed over 7,000 newly trained Forest Guards to seven frontline states to tackle banditry and secure Nigeria's forests. Learn about their mission and training.

US Resumes Surveillance Over Sambisa Forest

The United States has resumed intelligence missions over Borno's Sambisa forest targeting ISWAP, days after airstrikes in Sokoto. Get the latest details on the renewed operations.

Cherki Stars as Man City Beat Forest 2-1

Rayan Cherki was the hero for Manchester City, scoring a late winner in a 2-1 victory at Nottingham Forest. The win sends City top of the Premier League table. Read the full match report.

Locations of US Airstrikes in Nigeria Revealed by FG

The Federal Government has disclosed the precise locations in Sokoto state targeted in recent US-backed airstrikes against ISIS. The operation, approved by President Tinubu, involved precision strikes from the Gulf of Guinea with no civilian casualties re

Forest Legend John Robertson Dies Aged 72

Nottingham Forest and Scotland mourn the loss of their greatest ever player, John Robertson, who passed away on Christmas Day after a long illness. Tributes pour in.

Niger Recruits Forest Guards, Urges Discipline

Niger State Government has deployed the first batch of newly recruited forest guards. Governor Bago visited trainees, urging discipline in the fight against criminal elements in forests.

US Pursues Third Oil Tanker in Caribbean Near Venezuela

The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Caracas's oil sector. This follows the recent seizure of the 'Centuries' tanker. Get the latest details.

Frank: No Quick Fix for Spurs' Struggles

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank insists he retains board support but admits there's no quick solution to the team's poor form. Spurs sit 11th ahead of Liverpool's visit.

Suspect arrested for murder, robbery of 25-year-old in Kebbi

Kebbi State Police have arrested Aminu Adamu, 20, for the alleged robbery and murder of Ibrahim Yahaya, 25, whose body was found in a forest. The suspect was found with the victim's motorcycle. Police assure the public the situation is under control.

Guard Confesses to Murder of Retired Judge in Delta

A security guard hired just a week earlier details how he and accomplices murdered retired Chief Judge Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Asaba. Shocking confession reveals robbery plan turned deadly.

Troops rescue 14 captives in Orokam Forest operation

Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have freed 14 kidnapped victims from a hideout in Orokam Forest. The successful raid followed community intelligence. Read the full details of the rescue mission.

Troops Rescue 14 Kidnapped Victims in Benue Forest

Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have successfully rescued 14 kidnapped victims from a forest hideout along the Benue-Enugu border. Read the full details of the daring rescue mission here.

Kidnapper Turned Security Guard Exposed in Enugu

The shocking story of Emeka Nwangwu, a wanted trans-border kidnapper who murdered his cousin in Enugu after years of abducting children while working as a driver. Read the full investigation.

Trump May Deport Family of DC Guard Attacker

President Trump reveals his administration may deport the family of Afghan refugee Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused of killing National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom in Washington DC.

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