A viral video showing popular Nigerian forex trader Jeffrey Benson being confronted by suspected agberos in traffic has reignited concerns over street extortion and motorists’ safety in Lagos. The 46-second clip, reportedly recorded in Ikorodu, shows several men surrounding Benson’s luxury SUV, banging on the vehicle and allegedly demanding money before allowing him to continue….
Political tensions ahead of the August 15 Osun State governorship election escalated on Friday after Governor Ademola Adeleke and Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu exchanged sharp remarks over allegations that suspected criminals were being sheltered inside the Government House in Osogbo. During a security meeting attended by political stakeholders, the IGP revealed that he…
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has approved a 16-hour curfew across 10 local government areas bordering the Old Oyo National Park as authorities intensify their efforts to address the growing insecurity in the region. The directive comes amid ongoing operations linked to the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in parts of the state. According to…
