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Police parade large number of suspects, display recovered arms, vehicles, others

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The Nigerian Police Force have paraded a large number of suspects arrested for various criminal activities.

The suspects were paraded before the press in Abuja on Tuesday, having been arrested by operatives of the Special Tactical Squad, STS of the Force Intelligence Department.

This briefing covers selected operations from the First Quarter of 2026, highlighting the first seven major cases handled by the STS across Kaduna, Nasarawa, Plateau, Taraba, and the Federal Capital Territory.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Okon Placid, said that within these seven cases, the STS recorded significant successes, including the arrest of multiple high-profile suspects, the recovery of firearms and ammunition, and the disruption of organized criminal networks.

In addition, the Force said that stolen vehicles were recovered, illegal arms supply chains were intercepted while kidnapped victims were rescued.

“These achievements reflect the continued commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to intelligence-led policing and decisive action against criminal elements,” the Force Spokesman said.

Suspects arrested for stollen vehicles include Abubakar Musa, 36 years, Hassan Umar, 30 years, and Joshua Raphael, 20 years and ten vehicles of various brands, including Toyota Hilux trucks, Toyota Corolla cars, a Pontiac Vibe GT, a Honda car, a Lexus vehicle, and a Toyota RAV4 were recovered.

He said that preliminary investigation revealed that Abubakar Musa, a dismissed Corporal of the Nigerian Army, whose last posting was at the Army School of Artillery Kachia Kaduna State, has been impersonating as a serving soldier to evade arrest while perpetrating armed robbery operations alongside his accomplices.

Others arrested are four armed banditry suspects:
Abdumumini Abubakar, 40, Maikano Gambo, 47, Saleh Thompson, 47, and Oyonyi Odango, 40 and arms recovered include four AK-47 rifles with magazines; eighty rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition; one locally fabricated pistol with twenty rounds of 9mm ammunition operatives of the FID-STS, acting on credible intelligence, arrested Abdumumini Abubakar, Maikano Gambo, Saleh Thompson, and Oyonyi Odango on 7th March 2026 in Tayu, Sanga LGA of Kaduna State.

The Police said that preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects are linked to armed robbery and banditry activities within the region.

They also arrested two suspects Abubakar Yusuf, 40, and Sani Abubakar, 30 following a complaint reported of the kidnap of one Sidi Abubakar in Toto, Nasarawa State who was kidnapped over two months ago, operatives of the FID-STS arrested Abubakar Yusuf and Sani Abubakar on 18th March 2026.

It said that preliminary investigation revealed that Abubakar Yusuf and Sani Abubakar were involved in the abduction of one Sidi Abubakar, for whom a ransom of Six Million Naira was demanded.

It said that investigations further revealed that, Abubakar Yusuf had approached the victim’s relative to pay the sum of one million five hundred thousand naira. After having collected the payment, Abubakar Yusuf was nowhere to be found nor was the victim released.

Others paraded for various crimes on Tuesday include, Saminu Abdullahi, 25, Yusuf Shuaibu, 23, Abubakar Bature, 19, Yau Murtala; Bello Suleiman, 19, Abdul Kareem Nuhu, 36, Ahmed Musa, 28, Chisom Goodnews, 32, and Ahmed Adamu, 22.

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Nigerian Wonderkid “Ostilo” Begins Trials With Turkish Giants Beşiktaş

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Former Nigeria U17 international Adewale Quadri, popularly known as “Ostilo” among teammates and close friends, has officially commenced trials with Turkish giants Beşiktaş J.K. youth team.

The highly-rated Nigerian youngster is currently being evaluated by the Istanbul-based club as he continues his pursuit of a breakthrough opportunity in European football.

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Sources close to the player indicate that Quadri has already begun making positive impressions during the trial period with his performances, attitude, and work ethic attracting attention within the club setup.

The talented prospect has reportedly shown strong determination, technical ability, maturity on the ball, and attacking quality during training sessions and evaluation matches.

Known for his confidence, creativity, and energetic style of play, the former Nigeria U17 player continues to strengthen his reputation as one of the exciting young Nigerian talents aiming to establish themselves abroad.

Beşiktaş—popularly known as the Kara Kartallar (Black Eagles)—remain one of the biggest and most historic clubs in Turkish football, making the opportunity another important milestone in Quadri’s young career.

Football followers and supporters close to the player remain hopeful that the talented Nigerian can successfully complete the process and secure a permanent place within the club’s development system.

For Adewale Quadri, the trial represents another major step toward achieving his European football dream while proudly representing Nigeria on the international stage.

As the evaluations continue in Turkey, many will now be eagerly waiting for positive news regarding the future of the promising youngster known as “Ostilo.”

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FAAN announces additional health screening measures, enhanced Ebola surveillance at Nigerian airports

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has assured travellers and other airport users that enhanced health surveillance measures have been activated across the country’s international airports following renewed Ebola concerns in parts of Central Africa.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, FAAN said the measures were introduced in collaboration with Port Health Services, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) and other relevant agencies to strengthen preparedness and prevent possible health risks.

According to the authority, surveillance and passenger monitoring have been intensified, particularly for travellers arriving from high-risk regions.

“Passengers are being screened for symptoms associated with Ebola, and any suspected case will be promptly isolated and subjected to secondary health checks in line with established national and international health protocols,” the statement said.

FAAN noted that additional emergency response procedures have also been reinforced while airport personnel have undergone increased sensitisation as part of precautionary efforts.

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The authority stressed that there is currently no confirmed Ebola case in Nigeria but said it remains vigilant in safeguarding public health and ensuring safe airport operations.

“FAAN remains vigilant and fully committed to safeguarding public health and maintaining safe airport operations,” the agency stated.

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Passengers were also advised to remain calm, cooperate with health screening procedures and report any symptoms to health officials at the airports.

The development comes as health authorities across parts of Africa continue to monitor Ebola-related concerns and strengthen border surveillance to prevent cross-border transmission.

Nigeria’s aviation and health authorities have previously activated similar emergency screening measures during periods of global and regional disease outbreaks, including the COVID-19 pandemic and earlier Ebola scares.


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