# sokoto (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover sokoto. Page: Feed: --- ## [Cross River Police Arrest 10 Suspected Cultists, Recover Pistol](https://thewhistler.ng/cross-river-police-arrest-10-suspected-cultists-recover-pistol/) _2026-08-22 · Chisom DONATUS · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Cross River State Police Command has arrested 10 suspected members of the Axe Men Confraternity during a raid in Abini Community, Cross River State. The operatives recovered a locally made pistol and other items. The suspects were arrested at about 5:15 a.m. on Friday, August 22, 2026, by operatives of the Violent Crime Response \[…\] Cross River Police Arrest 10 Suspected Cultists, Recover… ## [Truckload Of Stolen Iron Rods For Telecom Masts Recovered In Lagos](https://thewhistler.ng/truckload-of-stolen-iron-rods-for-telecom-masts-recovered-in-lagos/) _2026-08-22 · Ikenna OMEJE · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Lagos State Police Command has arrested five suspected telecommunication vandals and recovered a truckload of suspected stolen iron rods in the Ibeju-Lekki area of the state. The suspects were allegedly caught stealing iron poles meant for the construction of telecommunication masts before they were arrested while conveying the suspected stolen materials in a truck. \[…\] Truckload Of Stolen… ## [Why I Won’t Join Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign — Wike](https://thewhistler.ng/why-i-wont-join-tinubus-2027-campaign-wike/) _2026-08-22 · Justina SIMON · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said he has no interest in serving in President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 presidential campaign council. According to him, electoral performance is more important than campaign titles. Speaking on Saturday after inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects, including the Apo-Karshi and Bwari-Kubwa roads, Wike said he was \[…\] Why I Won’t… ## [ADC Says Tinubu’s Campaign Council ‘Rehabilitation Centre For Corruption Suspects’](https://thewhistler.ng/adc-says-tinubus-campaign-council-rehabilitation-centre-for-corruption-suspects/) _2026-08-22 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described President Bola Tinubu’s emerging 2027 campaign council as a “rehabilitation centre” for individuals facing unresolved corruption allegations. The party, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, particularly questioned the inclusion of former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu, and former Chairman of the… ## [Enugu ADC Guber Candidate Woos Voters With Healthcare Reform Agenda](https://thewhistler.ng/enugu-adc-guber-candidate-woos-voters-with-healthcare-reform-agenda/) _2026-08-22 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Governorship Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Enugu State, Ocho Obodoeze, has pledged to strengthen healthcare delivery across the 17 local government areas of the state if elected as the Governor during the forthcoming general elections. Obodoeze made the pledge on Saturday while speaking at Awgu town during the grand unveiling of \[…\] Enugu ADC Guber Candidate Woos Voters… ## [Senator Smart Adeyemi Mourns Death of APC Ijumu Chairman, Calls for Medical Screening at Party Meetings](https://saamedia.com.ng/senator-smart-adeyemi-mourns-death-of-apc-ijumu-chairman-calls-for-medical-screening-at-party-meetings/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Senator Smart Adeyemi has described the sudden death of the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ijumu Local Government Area, Kogi State, as “painful, shocking and devastating,” while … The post Senator Smart Adeyemi Mourns Death of APC Ijumu Chairman, Calls for Medical Screening at Party Meetings appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Global Stocks Face Late-Week Pressure Despite Strong Equity Fund Inflows](https://saamedia.com.ng/global-stocks-face-late-week-pressure-despite-strong-equity-fund-inflows/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Global stocks faced late-week pressure as rising bond yields, oil prices and inflation concerns offset strong investor demand for equity funds. Global equities were on course for their steepest weekly … The post Global Stocks Face Late-Week Pressure Despite Strong Equity Fund Inflows appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Kogi Govt Orders Probe After Amala Kills Four in Ihima Family](https://saamedia.com.ng/kogi-govt-orders-probe-after-amala-kills-four-in-ihima-family/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The Kogi State Government has ordered an immediate investigation into the deaths of four members of the same family in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, following the consumption of a … The post Kogi Govt Orders Probe After Amala Kills Four in Ihima Family appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Jide Ogunsanwo: Tinubu’s Fate Will Be Determined By Northern APC Governors](https://saamedia.com.ng/jide-ogunsanwo-tinubus-fate-will-be-determined-by-northern-apc-governors/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Jide Ogunsanwo says Tinubu’s 2027 electoral fate will depend more on northern APC governors than their southern counterparts. Public affairs analyst Jide Ogunsanwo has said President Bola Tinubu’s fate in … The post Jide Ogunsanwo: Tinubu’s Fate Will Be Determined By Northern APC Governors appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Nigeria Declares Tuesday Public Holiday To Mark Eid ul Mawlid](https://saamedia.com.ng/nigeria-declares-tuesday-public-holiday-to-mark-eid-ul-mawlid/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Federal Government declares Tuesday a public holiday as Muslims across Nigeria mark Eid ul Mawlid and pray for national unity. The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a … The post Nigeria Declares Tuesday Public Holiday To Mark Eid ul Mawlid appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/P4VU4cNfjl80) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [Sule Inaugurates Security Council To Tackle Insecurity, Strengthen Intelligence In Nasarawa](https://saamedia.com.ng/sule-inaugurates-security-council-to-tackle-insecurity-strengthen-intelligence-in-nasarawa/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule inaugurates a nine-member security council to strengthen intelligence, community engagement and preventive measures against insecurity. Nasarawa state Governor Abdullahi Sule, has inaugurated a nine-member Security Advisory … The post Sule Inaugurates Security Council To Tackle Insecurity, Strengthen Intelligence In Nasarawa appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [IGP Disu Deploys AIG Morris to Plateau After Bin’per Attack](https://saamedia.com.ng/igp-disu-deploys-aig-morris-to-plateau-after-binper-attack/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has deployed the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 4, Makurdi, Dankombo Morris, to Plateau State following the deadly attack on Bin’per … The post IGP Disu Deploys AIG Morris to Plateau After Bin’per Attack appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim, Foil Terrorist Attack in Kaduna, Sokoto](https://saamedia.com.ng/troops-rescue-kidnap-victim-foil-terrorist-attack-in-kaduna-sokoto/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued a kidnapped victim in Kaduna State and foiled a terrorist attack in Sokoto State. The Theatre Command … The post Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim, Foil Terrorist Attack in Kaduna, Sokoto appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Nigeria’s Envoy Adewole Presents Credentials to Canadian Official](https://saamedia.com.ng/nigerias-envoy-adewole-presents-credentials-to-canadian-official/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Nigeria’s High Commissioner-designate to Canada, Professor Isaac Adewole, has presented copies of his Letters of Credence to the Canadian government. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed this in a statement … The post Nigeria’s Envoy Adewole Presents Credentials to Canadian Official appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Fire Destroys Sections of Mall in Calabar](https://saamedia.com.ng/fire-destroys-sections-of-mall-in-calabar/) _2026-08-22 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ A destructive fire outbreak has gutted parts of SPAR Mall in Calabar, Cross River State, destroying shops and valuable goods. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, sending … The post Fire Destroys Sections of Mall in Calabar appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Ajayi Scores As Hull Stun Man U 2-0 In Premier League](https://thewhistler.ng/ajayi-scores-as-hull-stun-man-u-2-0-in-premier-league/) _2026-08-22 · Isuma MARK · The Whistler Newspaper_ Hull City began their life back in the Premier League with a famous 2-0 win at home to Manchester United, thanks to an opening goal from Nigerian defender, Semi Ajayi. Hull City last played in the Premier League during the 2016-17 season, before officially returning to the top flight for the 2026-27 season after winning \[…\] Ajayi Scores As Hull Stun Man U 2-0 In Premier League is first published… ## [‘Disgraceful’ Messi Fined For Slapping Opponent In MLS Game](https://thewhistler.ng/disgraceful-messi-fined-for-slapping-opponent-in-mls-game/) _2026-08-22 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi has been fined for slapping Philadelphia Union’s Quinn Sullivan during their side’s Major League Soccer (MLS) 2-2 draw on Wednesday in what has been described as a disgrace from one of the best players in the world. Messi, 39, slapped Sullivan around the back of the head towards the end of \[…\] ‘Disgraceful’ Messi Fined For Slapping Opponent In MLS Game is first published… ## [Difficult Terrain, Bad Roads Hindering Rescue Of Niger Kidnapped Worshippers—Police](https://thewhistler.ng/difficult-terrain-bad-roads-hindering-rescue-of-niger-kidnapped-worshippers-police/) _2026-08-22 · Gbenga-Ojo NICHOLAS · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Niger State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of an unspecified number of Muslim worshippers by suspected bandits in communities in Borgu Local Government Area of the state. The victims were reportedly abducted on Friday shortly after the Juma’at prayers at the Central Mosque in Dekara community.According to security sources and eyewitnesses familiar with \[…\] Difficult Terrain, Bad… ## [Tinubu Names Yari DG, Uzodimma Secretary Of 2027 Campaign Council](https://thewhistler.ng/tinubu-names-yari-dg-uzodimma-secretary-of-2027-campaign-council/) _2026-08-22 · Nneka ASOGWA · The Whistler Newspaper_ President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Zamfara State governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, as director-general and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma as secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general election. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced this on Saturday. According to \[…\] Tinubu… ## [2027: APC’s Buhari Opens Campaign For Daura Federal Seat](https://thewhistler.ng/2027-apcs-buhari-opens-campaign-for-daura-federal-seat/) _2026-08-22 · Lukman ABDULMALIK · The Whistler Newspaper_ The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Daura, Sandamu and Mai’Adua Federal Constituency, Hon. Yusuf Muhammadu Buhari, has formally declared his campaign for the 2027 House of Representatives election. Buhari made the declaration in a statement, saying his candidacy was a call to service and an opportunity to provide effective representation for the constituency. \[…\] 2027: APC’s… ## [Stop CI/CD & Supply-Chain Attacks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3FpAEl3O0JeD) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Per-PR: 17 CI/CD checks and package malware scans with inline Check Run findings. ## [Vote Me To Build Europe-Like Football, Obi Woos Nigerian Youths](https://thewhistler.ng/vote-me-to-build-europe-like-football-obi-woos-nigerian-youths/) _2026-08-22 · Comfort KALU · The Whistler Newspaper_ Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has said Nigeria can build a football system as good as Europe’s if young Nigerians choose good governance at the polls. Obi, in a statement on Saturday titled “Beyond Football: The Match for a Better Nigeria,” noted that millions of Nigerian youths would be glued \[…\] Vote Me To Build Europe-Like Football, Obi Woos… ## [Refuse Dump Swallows Karu Road, Triggers Gridlock, Health Risk](https://thewhistler.ng/refuse-dump-swallows-karu-road-triggers-gridlock-health-risk/) _2026-08-22 · Kasarahchi ANIAGOLU · The Whistler Newspaper_ …We Struggle To Get Patronage, Shop Owners Lament A growing dump site has encroached on the major road linking St. Mary’s Catholic Church, New Karu, and Karu Market in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), leaving only a single lane for motorists and worsening traffic congestion along one of the area’s busiest commercial corridors. The affected \[…\] Refuse Dump Swallows Karu Road, Triggers Gridlock,… ## [Kogi Police Lead Joint Bush Clearance Operation to Dislodge Criminal Hideouts in Kabba/Bunu-Obajana-Lokoja Corridor](https://saamedia.com.ng/kogi-police-lead-joint-bush-clearance-operation-to-dislodge-criminal-hideouts-in-kabba-bunu-obajana-lokoja-corridor/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The Kogi State Police Command has conducted a joint bush clearance operation targeting forest corridors linking the Kabba/Bunu, Obajana and Lokoja axis, as part of its ongoing campaign to deny … The post Kogi Police Lead Joint Bush Clearance Operation to Dislodge Criminal Hideouts in Kabba/Bunu-Obajana-Lokoja Corridor appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Tragedy in Kogi: APC Local Government Chairman Slumps, Dies During Reconciliation Meeting](https://saamedia.com.ng/tragedy-in-kogi-apc-local-government-chairman-slumps-dies-during-reconciliation-meeting/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State was thrown into deep mourning on Friday following the sudden death of its local government chairman, … The post Tragedy in Kogi: APC Local Government Chairman Slumps, Dies During Reconciliation Meeting appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [INEC Sets Osun Election as Benchmark for 2027](https://saamedia.com.ng/inec-sets-osun-election-as-benchmark-for-2027/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will build on the successes recorded during the 2026 Osun State Governorship Election as it prepares for the 2027 General Election. The … The post INEC Sets Osun Election as Benchmark for 2027 appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [SGF Akume Urges City Boy Movement Members to Back Tinubu’s Re-election](https://saamedia.com.ng/sgf-akume-urges-city-boy-movement-members-to-back-tinubus-re-election/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has visited the headquarters of the City Boy Movement, where he urged members to remain focused and work towards … The post SGF Akume Urges City Boy Movement Members to Back Tinubu’s Re-election appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [BREAKING: ICPC Uncovers Another Fake Agency In SGF Office](https://saamedia.com.ng/breaking-icpc-uncovers-another-fake-agency-in-sgf-office/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The ICPC has uncovered another alleged fake agency operating within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. President Bola Tinubu has ordered the arrest of its … The post BREAKING: ICPC Uncovers Another Fake Agency In SGF Office appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Atletico CEO Hits Back Amid Barcelona, Arsenal Interest In Alvarez](https://saamedia.com.ng/atletico-ceo-hits-back-amid-barcelona-arsenal-interest-in-alvarez/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Atlético Madrid CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín has insisted the club will continue to support Julián Álvarez amid reported concrete interest from Barcelona and Arsenal in the Argentine forward. Transfer … The post Atletico CEO Hits Back Amid Barcelona, Arsenal Interest In Alvarez appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Cyber Expert Warns Against Deploying Android 10-Powered BVAS for 2027 Elections](https://saamedia.com.ng/cyber-expert-warns-against-deploying-android-10-powered-bvas-for-2027-elections/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Cybersecurity expert Oluwatobi Ayodele has raised serious concerns over the cybersecurity architecture of Nigeria’s Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS), warning that the continued use of Android 10-powered devices could expose … The post Cyber Expert Warns Against Deploying Android 10-Powered BVAS for 2027 Elections appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [APC Senator who lost return ticket to Kwara gov gets PDP nomination](https://saamedia.com.ng/apc-senator-who-lost-return-ticket-to-kwara-gov-gets-pdp-nomination/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The political crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State has taken a dramatic turn as Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central has picked the Peoples Democratic Party … The post APC Senator who lost return ticket to Kwara gov gets PDP nomination appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OLXdusZK3of0) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [Alleged Drug trafficking: Why We can’t release Tinubu’s record – FBI](https://saamedia.com.ng/alleged-drug-trafficking-why-we-cant-release-tinubus-record-fbi/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has asked a United States court for permission to submit confidential declarations explaining why it withheld some investigative records relating to allegations of drug … The post Alleged Drug trafficking: Why We can’t release Tinubu’s record – FBI appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [2027: Obi flags off campaign, charges Nigerians to ask tough questions](https://saamedia.com.ng/2027-obi-flags-off-campaign-charges-nigerians-to-ask-tough-questions/) _2026-08-21 · SAAMEDIA.AI · SAAMEDIA NEWS_ Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, has asked Nigerians to ask tough questions. Obi gave the charge at a news conference, where … The post 2027: Obi flags off campaign, charges Nigerians to ask tough questions appeared first on SAAMEDIA NEWS . ## [Spending Over 40% Of Income On Rent Is Too High — Hamzat](https://thewhistler.ng/spending-over-40-of-income-on-rent-is-too-high-hamzat/) _2026-08-21 · Ikenna OMEJE · The Whistler Newspaper_ Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, has advised workers not to spend more than 40 per cent of their income on rent. He urged young employees to consider living with their parents, relatives or sharing accommodation while building their finances. Hamzat spoke during a question-and-answer session with Nigeria Info FM, Lagos, while responding to concerns \[…\] Spending Over 40% Of Income On… ## [After 100 Days, Parents Plead With Tinubu For Abducted Students’ Rescue](https://thewhistler.ng/after-100-days-parents-plead-with-tinubu-for-abducted-students-rescue/) _2026-08-21 · Chika MEFOR-NWACHUKWU · The Whistler Newspaper_ One hundred days after their abduction, families of 78 students who were abducted in Borno State and concerned citizens of Stae have appealed to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Babagana Umara Zulum to urgently rescue them and other people who were still in captivity. The appeal was made at a press conference on Friday in \[…\] After 100 Days, Parents Plead With Tinubu For Abducted Students’… ## [Paramilitary Recruitment Exercise Will End In Four Weeks, Says CDCFIB](https://thewhistler.ng/paramilitary-recruitment-exercise-will-end-in-four-weeks-says-cdcfib/) _2026-08-21 · Justina SIMON · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has said it expects to conclude its ongoing recruitment exercise within the next four weeks. The board announced this in a statement issued on Friday by its Secretary, Maj.-Gen. (rtd.) AM Jibril. According to the board, the recruitment process has entered its final stage after \[…\] Paramilitary Recruitment Exercise Will… ## [Wike Sees More Politicians Joining Tinubu Ahead Of 2027](https://thewhistler.ng/wike-sees-more-politicians-joining-tinubu-ahead-of-2027/) _2026-08-21 · Justina SIMON · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has predicted the emergence of a larger political coalition in support of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Abuja on Friday during an inspection of ongoing FCT projects, Wike said Governor Ademola Adeleke’s engagement with the president is part of \[…\] Wike Sees More Politicians Joining Tinubu… ## [Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner, Recover AK-47 In Plateau](https://thewhistler.ng/troops-arrest-suspected-gunrunner-recover-ak-47-in-plateau/) _2026-08-21 · Lukman ABDULMALIK · The Whistler Newspaper_ Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace, in collaboration with members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria and local hunters, have arrested a suspected gunrunner and recovered an AK-47 rifle, magazines and other military-related items in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation was carried out on Friday, August 21, following intelligence linking \[…\] Troops Arrest Suspected… ## [Tinubu Orders Suspension Of 3 Perm Secs Over Another Fake Agency](https://thewhistler.ng/tinubu-orders-suspension-of-3-perm-secs-over-another-fake-agency/) _2026-08-21 · Chidinma ONWUCHEKWA · The Whistler Newspaper_ President Bola Tinubu has ordered the suspension of three permanent secretaries and the arrest of one Prince George Buchi Nwabueze over the discovery of another fake agency operating under the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The permanent secretaries are M.S. Danjuma, Nadungu Gagare, and Richard P. Pheelangwah. The development was \[…\] Tinubu Orders Suspension Of 3 Perm… ## [FIFA Bans Argentina Players, Slams Heavy Fine Over W/Cup Final Fight](https://thewhistler.ng/fifa-bans-argentina-players-slams-heavy-fine-over-w-cup-final-fight/) _2026-08-21 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has banned Argentina midfielder, Leandro Paredes, for 10 matches over his role in the on-field clashes that followed his team’s 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. His teammate, Nahuel Molina, was handed a seven-match suspension for his part in the post-match altercations, which broke out at the \[…\] FIFA Bans Argentina Players, Slams Heavy Fine Over… ## [UK, Australia, Canada Slam Israel For Dropping Gaza Aid Killings Probe](https://thewhistler.ng/uk-australia-canada-slam-israel-for-dropping-gaza-aid-killings-probe/) _2026-08-21 · Chidinma ONWUCHEKWA · The Whistler Newspaper_ The United Kingdom, Australia and Canada have condemned Israel’s decision to close a criminal investigation into the 2024 killing of seven World Central Kitchen (WCK) aid workers in Gaza. The three countries described the decision as “shameful” and criticised Israel for failing to provide adequate accountability for the deaths of the humanitarian workers. The Israeli \[…\] UK, Australia, Canada Slam… ## [Prince Harry, Six Others Ordered To Pay Daily Mail £9.5m](https://thewhistler.ng/prince-harry-six-others-ordered-to-pay-daily-mail-9-5m/) _2026-08-21 · Chidinma ONWUCHEKWA · The Whistler Newspaper_ A UK High Court judge has ordered Prince Harry and six other high-profile claimants to pay £9.54m to the publisher of the Daily Mail as an initial contribution towards its legal costs after they lost a case alleging unlawful information gathering. Justice Matthew Nicklin ordered the payment to Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL) by August 28, \[…\] Prince Harry, Six Others Ordered To Pay Daily Mail… ## [How Zuba Traders Generate Millions From ‘Tax’](https://thewhistler.ng/how-zuba-traders-generate-millions-from-tax/) _2026-08-21 · Kasarahchi ANIAGOLU · The Whistler Newspaper_ …LG Makes N5.5m As Revenue ….Market Leaders Seek Local Government Intervention To Rehabilitate Roads. By 6:30 a.m., the Zuba Fruits Market comes alive, not with the arrival of trucks, but with the first bargain of the day. The fruits are already there. Every bunch of plantain (arranged in dozens), watermelons, a crate of pineapple, a \[…\] How Zuba Traders Generate Millions From ‘Tax’ is first… ## [Tanker Explosion Kills Two In Anambra](https://thewhistler.ng/tanker-explosion-kills-two-in-anambra/) _2026-08-21 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ Two people lost their lives while two others sustained varying degrees of injuries when a tanker exploded at the Agu-Awka axis of Awka on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway. The tanker loaded with diesel exploded and began to burn when it collided with a truck carrying bags of animal feeds at 11:26 p.m. on Thursday. Confirming the \[…\] Tanker Explosion Kills Two In Anambra is first published on The… ## [FG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday](https://thewhistler.ng/fg-declares-tuesday-public-holiday/) _2026-08-21 · Justina SIMON · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the declaration on Friday. Tunji-Ojo \[…\] FG Declares Tuesday Public… ## [Anambra Man Allegedly Kills Friend Over Land Deal](https://thewhistler.ng/anambra-man-allegedly-kills-friend-over-land-deal/) _2026-08-21 · Chisom DONATUS · The Whistler Newspaper_ A 32-year-old man, Ifeanyi Nwankwo, has been arrested by the Anambra State Police Command over the alleged murder of his 56-year-old friend, Kelechi Madu, in Awkuzu, Oyi Local Government Area. Madu was reported missing by his wife on August 18 after he left home the previous evening and did not return. Police said a search \[…\] Anambra Man Allegedly Kills Friend Over Land Deal is first published on… ## [Dry Cleaner Steals FCT Senator’s Jewellery, Sells It For N45.7m](https://thewhistler.ng/dry-cleaner-steals-fct-senators-jewellery-sells-it-for-n45-7m/) _2026-08-21 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Dutse, Abuja on Friday remanded a dry cleaner, Abdul Mohammed, for allegedly stealing jewellery belonging to Senator Ireti Kingibe. The police charged Mohammed, 52, with theft. ‎Magistrate Abdullahi Ilelah, gave the order, following a guilty plea entered by Mohammed. The magistrate adjourned the matter until Sept. 21 for sentencing. Earlier, \[…\] Dry Cleaner Steals FCT… ## [Britain Cannot Lecture Israel While Ignoring Kanu – IPOB](https://thewhistler.ng/britain-cannot-lecture-israel-while-ignoring-kanu-ipob/) _2026-08-21 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused the British Government of hypocrisy and selective application of international law over its stance on Israel and the continued detention and prosecution of its leader, Nnamdi Kanu. The group was reacting to recent comments by the British Foreign Secretary concerning real estate development in Jerusalem. IPOB’s spokesperson, \[…\] Britain Cannot… ## [Northern Senators Renew State Police Push After Adamawa, Sokoto Killings](https://thewhistler.ng/northern-senators-renew-state-police-push-after-adamawa-sokoto-killings/) _2026-08-21 · The Whistler · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Northern Senators Forum (NSF) has urged the Federal Government and state authorities to fast-track the State Police Bill. The call is coming in the backdrop of the recent terrorist attacks in Adamawa and Sokoto states that claimed more than 36 lives, including security personnel and civilians. The Forum, in a statement signed by its \[…\] Northern Senators Renew State Police Push After Adamawa,… ## [Newlywed’s Marriage Turns Tragic After Husband’s Alleged Stabbing](https://thewhistler.ng/newlyweds-marriage-turns-tragic-after-husbands-alleged-stabbing/) _2026-08-21 · Gbenga-Ojo NICHOLAS · The Whistler Newspaper_ A Magistrates’ Court in Kano State has remanded a newlywed woman, Khadija Sa’idu, in a correctional facility over the alleged culpable homicide of her husband, Malam Auwal Adam. Khadija, a resident of Hayin Lawal, Rimin Kebe, in Kumbotso Local Government Area of the state, was arraigned by the police following allegations that she stabbed her \[…\] Newlywed’s Marriage Turns Tragic After Husband’s… ## [2027: Obi Launches Campaign, Challenges Rivals To Defend Records](https://thewhistler.ng/2027-obi-launches-campaign-challenges-rivals-to-defend-records/) _2026-08-21 · Comfort KALU · The Whistler Newspaper_ The Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Party (NDC), Peter Obi, has officially launched his campaign for the 2027 presidential election. He called on other candidates aspiring to lead Nigeria in 2027 to present themselves to the electorate, defend their records, and respond to questions about their ability to govern. Obi, who spoke at a \[…\] 2027: Obi Launches Campaign, Challenges…