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INEC threatens to cancel crisis-ridden polling units in Bayelsa

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared that it will not count votes in any polling unit where violence occurs during Saturday's governorship election in Bayelsa State.

"Casualties not from Lekki" - Lagos State Gov. clarifies mass burial of EndSARs victims

It is public knowledge that the year 2020 #EndSARS crisis that snowballed into violence in many parts of Lagos recorded casualties in different areas of the State and NOT from the Lekki Toll Gate as being inferred in the mischievous publications

Charly Boy berates Tinubu's aide, Onanuga for referring to Obi as 'bitter'

Reacting, Charly Boy expressed disappointment over Onanuga's action, saying "such disgusting name-calling" on Obi who "never sponsored any form of violence against the state or government" was uncalled for.

South Sudan Extends State of Emergency in Four Regions

South Sudan on Friday said it had extended the state of emergency in four restive states until 2018 to curb the recent spike in clashes between rival communities and clan-based violence.

Massive Protest Erupts in Ikeja as Women Storm Governor's Office in Lagos

The protesters, under the aegis of the Alliance Against Domestic Violence and Abuse (AADVA), claimed there had been no cases of conviction of rapist in Lagos State.

Violence erupts as army team loses football match in Kaduna (Photos)

Kaduna side, Green Berets who lost 2-1 to Ambassadors in the final of State FA Cup, will seek a place in the Round of 64 when they face Suleiman Boys from Jigawa State.

"My husband has never laid a finger of me, I have bipolar disorder" - Chacha Eke speaks from hospital (Video)

The Ebonyi State-born actress said: "Five days ago, I made a video saying that my marriage to Austin Faani is over. That video came with a lot of backlash, with people saying I suffered domestic violence.

'Election Will Hold In Anambra'- MASSOB Warns IPOB

"We are saying no violence and they are inciting violence. The people of Anambra should go ahead and elect their leaders on the day of the election," he added.

Five Killed In Fresh Cult Clash In Rivers (See Details)

Fresh Cult violence has been recorded in a community in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, with at least five persons feared killed.

#NigeriaElections2023: INEC to cancel elections in parts of Kogi over violence

The Independent National Electoral Commission has threatened to cancel election results in some parts of Kogi State due to election violence.

Lagos State government condemns attack on Shoprite

The state government said, 'these attacks are condemned as they are against the Nigerian spirit of accommodation and benevolence that the country in general and Lagos State in particular is noted for.

Man bathes wife with hot water in Ondo

In this instance, the Ondo State Agency Against Gender-Based Violence (OSA- GBV) is already involved in the handling of the matter, and I can assure you that justice will surely be served."the statement read

Police arrest IVD over death of wife, Bimbo

Popular auto dealer, Ikechukwu Ogbonna aka IVD has been arrested following the death of his wife, Bimbo Ogbonna. It would be recalled that the wife of the businessman had died following issues of domestic violence.

85-Year-Old Biya Who Has Ruled For 35 Years Sworn In For 7th Term As President Of Cameroon

Biya has ruled Cameroon for 35 years and was declared victor in the October 7th election with 71 percent of the votes. But the elections were marked by low voter turnout, violence and allegations of fraud.

Shoot Any Cultists Found With Firearm, Lagos Police Commissioner Orders Officers

Edgal, who made this remark while addressing security stakeholders at the Area M, Police Command, Idimu, Lagos, warned parents across the state to caution their wards who are members of various cult groups to stay out of violence as he is prepared