A suspected kidnapper, Buhari Adamu, has told police he accidentally shot himself while his gang was negotiating ransom with the families of kidnapped victims along the FCT–Nasarawa axis. In a video shared by Arise TV, Adamu said the firearm discharged accidentally during the negotiations, leaving him seriously injured. “We were negotiating when I mistakenly pulled…
Commander of the Force Intelligence Department–Force Tactical Squad, Godfrey Ogbeide, says one of the suspected kidnappers arrested during a recent operation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was found with a gunshot wound after security operatives raided the group’s hideout. Speaking during the parade of suspected kidnappers in an interview aired on Channels Television on…
TikTok has reached a settlement in a lawsuit brought by a Florida teen who sued the company and other social media platforms, alleging they harmed his mental health, according to an attorney for the plaintiff. The terms of the settlement are still being finalized, representatives for the plaintiff’s lawyers said in a statement….
Paul Ibe, Senior Special Adviser on Media to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has reacted after Presidential Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga defended the Presidency over allegations involving Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi. Adeyemi has been accused of engaging in fraudulent activities, with claims circulating online linking his actions to the office of President Bola…
The Israeli military says all Israeli civilians who entered the Palestinian village of Mukhmas in the West Bank overnight have left the area, ending the incident. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), searches confirmed that all the civilians had been located and that there was no longer any indication of a security-related incident. “All…
Former France striker Thierry Henry has warned England that their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign could end against Mexico if they repeat the sluggish start that nearly cost them in their 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo. England fell behind in the seventh minute after Brian Cipenga scored but recovered through captain Harry Kane, who…
Abubakar Saidu, a suspect arrested over the activities of a kidnapping syndicate operating along the border between the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Nasarawa State, has alleged that a fellow gang member, identified as Ardo, was responsible for killing kidnapped victims despite his objections. Speaking during an interview broadcast on Arise News on Thursday, July…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has explained why it replaced former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam and 25 other National Assembly candidates who initially emerged victorious during the party’s May primaries. According to the party, the substitutions followed recommendations by its Primary Election Appeal Committee, which were reviewed and approved by the National Working Committee…
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested two suspects over the illegal possession and sale of firearms in separate intelligence-led operations, recovering a locally fabricated AK-47 rifle and another rifle with ammunition. The spokesperson for the command, SP Alfred Alabo, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. According to the…
Operatives of the Police Force Intelligence Department’s Special Tactical Squad (FID STS) have arrested two suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate accused of killing their victims even after receiving ransom payments. Speaking in an interview with Arise TV, ACP Victor Ogbeide, Commander of the FID STS, said the gang murdered all their hostages after their…
