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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has dismantled a notorious interstate car-snatching syndicate operating across the Federal Capital Territory, Nasarawa, Kaduna, Benue, Kogi and Plateau states.

This was contained in a press statement signed by Afolabi Babawale, Assistant Commandant and Corps National Public Relations Officer of the NSCDC, obtained by DAILY POST.

He said the successes were recorded following the directive of the Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi.

According to the statement: “Acting on credible intelligence, the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad arrested six suspects, Hassan Bukar, Adam Musa (aka Yellow), Ibrahim Haruna (aka Biggie), Adamu Mohammed, Sahal Abdullahi Aliyu, and Abubakar Yusuf, while other accomplices remain at large.”

Preliminary investigations revealed that the syndicate specialised in stealing vehicles, dismantling them through complicit scrap dealers, and selling parts to conceal evidence.

Investigations further linked the suspects to a wider criminal network involving coordinated supply, resale and concealment of stolen vehicles across multiple states.

The NSCDC confirmed that charges bordering on criminal conspiracy, theft, receiving stolen property and aiding concealment have been established under relevant provisions of the Penal Code.

The Corps reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling criminal networks, protecting critical national assets and ensuring that all suspects are prosecuted to serve as a deterrent to others.

The NSCDC advised the public to verify vehicle ownership documents before purchase and report suspicious transactions to security agencies.

NSCDC busts interstate car-snatching syndicate across six states

A Kano-based legal practitioner, Abba Hikima, has petitioned the Nigeria Police Force Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, demanding an immediate, independent and transparent investigation into allegations surrounding the disappearance and alleged killing of missing activist, Abubakar Idris.

Hikima disclosed this in a petition dated May 8, 2026, which he shared on his Facebook page alongside copies of the document addressed to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja.

In the petition, the lawyer referenced allegations reportedly made by Muhammad Musa Kamarawa, a former Senior Special Assistant to former Zamfara State Governor Bello Matawalle.

According to the petition, Kamarawa allegedly accused CSP Hussaini Gimba and CSP Hassan Gimba of involvement in Dadiyata’s alleged killing.

The petition quoted Kamarawa as saying that “they threatened to kill me as they killed Dadiyata and Saminu S/Fada Gusau amongst others in my presence at Operations Yaki Kaduna.”

Describing the allegation as “an extremely grave matter,” Hikima said it should not be ignored by police authorities, especially as Dadiyata has remained missing since August 2019.

He noted that the case continues to generate public concern and unanswered questions across the country.

“Accordingly, where a citizen expressly claims that he witnessed the killing of Dadiyata and directly linked same to named police officers, there is an urgent need for a thorough, independent and credible investigation into the allegation,” part of the petition read.

The lawyer further argued that if the allegations were false, a proper investigation would clear the officers’ names and restore public confidence.

“However, if there is any truth whatsoever in the allegations, then justice must be allowed to take its full course irrespective of rank, office or influence,” he added.

Hikima urged the IGP to immediately constitute an independent investigative panel to probe the allegations against the two senior police officers and make the findings public.

Lawyer petitions IGP over alleged killing of missing activist Dadiyata

Ahead of the National Convention of the Nigeria Democratic Congress

(NDC), tomorrow, Saturday, Enugu State chairman, Dr Johnpaul Anih has expressed delight over the party’s growing acceptance.

Anih spoke while welcoming delegates, party leaders, stakeholders, and observers arriving for the party’s National Convention.

In a statement issued on Friday, the State Chairman, Dr. Johnpaul Anih, described the convention as a defining moment in the collective effort to reposition the party for national relevance and prepare for the challenges ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Dr. Anih stated that the Enugu State chapter remains committed to the ideals of internal democracy, unity, inclusiveness and grassroots mobilization, stressing that the convention would further strengthen the party’s structures across the country.

According to him, the gathering of party faithful from different states reflects the growing acceptance and expansion of the NDC as a platform for national transformation and people-oriented leadership.

“We are delighted to welcome delegates and leaders from across the federation to this important national convention. This convention represents another opportunity for members of our great party to deliberate on the future of Nigeria and the role the NDC will play in providing credible leadership for the country,” he said.

The chairman urged delegates to conduct themselves peacefully and uphold the spirit of unity and brotherhood throughout the convention proceedings.

He further called on party members to remain focused, disciplined and committed to the vision of building a stronger and more formidable political movement capable of addressing the yearnings and aspirations of Nigerians.

The Enugu NDC leadership also expressed confidence that the outcome of the convention would usher in a new era of growth, stability and strategic direction for the party at all levels.

Party supporters and stakeholders who spoke during the build-up to the convention described the event as timely and significant, noting that it would help consolidate the gains already recorded by the party in different parts of the country.

NDC National Convention: Enugu Chair, Johnpaul Anih hails party’s growing acceptance, expansion

The leadership crisis within the Okewaye Ruling House of Ado-Odo in Ogun State has been resolved following a settlement reached at the Ogun State High Court sitting in Idi-Oke.

The resolution, contained in the terms of settlement filed in Suit No. HCI/19/2024, affirmed Prince Sulaimon Adedimeji as the recognised Head (Olori-Ebi) of the Okewaye Ruling House.

The suit was instituted by Adedimeji and three others on behalf of the ruling house against the Ogun State Government and other parties, including Prince Mufutau Adekunle, who had also laid claim to the position.

As part of the settlement, Adekunle conceded the leadership of the ruling house to Adedimeji and agreed to step aside.

In a public notice referencing the agreement and made available to DAILY POST on Friday, Adekunle said his decision to relinquish the position was voluntary and aimed at fostering peace and unity within the ruling house and the broader Ado-Odo community.

“I have voluntarily conceded the position of Head of Family of the Okewaye Ruling House to Prince (Chief) Sulaimon Babatunde Adedimeji pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding submitted before the Ogun State High Court, Idi-Oke, in Suit No. HCI/19/2024,” he stated.

He added that the decision was taken “in the interest of posterity, justice, unity, peace and the continuous progress of the Okewaye Ruling House and the entire Ado-Odo community.”

Following the development, residents, particularly within Ado-Odo, have been advised to refrain from engaging in any activities relating to chieftaincy titles connected to the previously disputed leadership.

The advisory cautioned members of the public against committing resources to such processes, noting that the leadership issue within the ruling house has been conclusively resolved.

“The general public is hereby advised to exercise caution in order not to waste resources on any fruitless engagement or ceremony,” he added.

The parties subsequently urged the court to adopt the terms of settlement as a consent judgment, effectively ending the legal contest over the leadership of the ruling house.

By the agreement, Adedimeji is now the sole authority empowered to act on behalf of the Okewaye Ruling House in matters relating to the nomination or recommendation of candidates for the stool of the Olofin of Ado-Odo, in line with the 1956 chieftaincy declaration.

The settlement also resolved all disputes between the parties, with each side agreeing to bear its respective legal costs.

Findings indicated that the resolution was reached to promote unity and prevent prolonged litigation capable of disrupting traditional processes within the community.

Legal representatives to both parties endorsed the agreement, which they said would pave the way for stability and smoother traditional governance in Ado-Odo.

Ado-Odo: Olori-Ebi to coordinate nomination of Olofin as ruling house headship tussle ends

A Sharia Court sitting at Kofar Kudu in Kano and presided over by Judge Shamsudden Ado Abdullahi has sentenced a woman, Hassana Abdul, to five months of community service for trespass and assaulting another woman.

The defendant was arraigned for allegedly entering another woman’s house without permission and assaulting her following a disagreement involving the victim and the defendant’s friend.

The complainant subsequently reported the incident to the police, leading to the defendant’s arrest and prosecution.

When the charges were read before the court, the defendant pleaded guilty to the offences.

Following her plea, the court ordered her to clean an Islamiyya school in her neighbourhood for a period of five months. The court also gave her the option of paying a fine of N20,000 or serving a five-month jail term.

Kano Sharia Court sentences woman to five months’ community service for assaulting neighbour

Nigerian singer Seyi Vibez has hit hard at his colleague, Adekunle Gold, criticising his music and fashion style.

Vibez described Gold as a mediocre artiste with mediocre swag.

“Adekunle Gold, you’re wack, and your swag is wack. Old fool!” he wrote via his X handle on Friday, to the shock of many.

The cause of the outburst is yet to be ascertained. However, some fans are speculating that it could be due to Adekunle Gold’s claim that his “fuji” is more loved than ‘Fuji Moto,’ the title of one of Seyi Vibez’s hit songs, in his new song, ‘Life Of The Faaji.’

“They love my fuji / This one no be fuji moto,” he sings.

Meanwhile, Adekunle Gold is yet to respond to Seyi Vibez’s call-out.

‘You’re wack artist with wack swag’ – Seyi Vibez blasts Adekunle Gold

Adamu Atiku, son of former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has purchased the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Expression of Interest and Nomination Form to contest for the Adamawa South Senatorial seat.

In a statement issued on Friday, Adamu, a former commissioner in Adamawa State, said his decision to join the senatorial race followed wide consultations with stakeholders.

“After months of wide consultations, sincere reflections, and encouragement from constituents, stakeholders, supporters, and well-meaning citizens across Adamawa South, I have decided to answer the call to serve and formally join the race for the Adamawa South Senatorial seat.

“This decision did not come lightly. I chose to remain silent in the face of the growing calls and appeals from constituents and supporters across Adamawa South while I devoted time to consultations and careful reflection.

“The overwhelming confidence reposed in me and the consistent demand for purposeful, experienced, and people-oriented representation have been truly humbling.”

According to him, obtaining the nomination form on Thursday marked “the formal beginning of this journey and my commitment to offering myself for service to the good people of Adamawa South.

“This movement belongs to the people and is driven by our shared desire for purposeful representation, unity, and progress across Adamawa South.

“The journey has begun, and with the support of our people, we shall move forward together with unity, purpose, and determination.”

2027: The journey has begun – Atiku’s son gets ADC nomination form for Senate

 

Some members of the Progressive Governors’ Forum has passed a vote of confidence in its chairman and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, with 18 governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress dismissing speculations about moves to replace him and reaffirming their support for his leadership.

The vote of confidence followed reports of an alleged leadership change within the forum.

On Thursday night, some members reportedly announced the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, as the new leader of the group.

Speaking with journalists after a closed-door meeting at the Imo Lodge on Friday, the 18 governors physically present reaffirmed their support for Uzodimma’s leadership.

The governors present at the meeting included those of Ondo, Kaduna, Taraba, Sokoto, Ebonyi, Borno, Lagos, Kogi, Kano, Yobe, Kebbi, Benue and Jigawa states, while Nasarawa State was represented by its deputy governor.

The Taraba State governor attended briefly before departing after a short meeting with the host governor.

Moving the motion for the vote of confidence, Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, stated that Uzodimma and Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, remain the chairman and deputy chairman of the forum, respectively.

Idris said, “We don’t have any problem to justify what they have said. So, I want to seize this opportunity to move a vote of confidence in our chairman and his deputy.”

Also speaking, Sani said, “What I can say here is that all of us woke up to that very unfortunate story, which was virtually in all the media in Nigeria. But the truth of the matter is that the APC Progressive Governors’ Forum is very united.

“We are stronger now than at any other time. And, of course, we are all supporting the President for what he has been doing.

“We also want to assure everyone that the APC is united, the governors are united, the forum is united, and there is no problem at all.”

Dismissing reports of division within the APC, the forum’s chairman stated that the party remains united, focused and committed to its forthcoming primaries.

He said, “Governors of the All Progressives Congress are united and resolved to support the President and ensure that he emerges successfully in the upcoming elections in January 2027.

“So, we have decided to work harder, look after our people, demonstrate performance, and provide all the necessary social interventions that will make Nigerians happy. That is, in fact, the resolution we came up with this afternoon.”

CKN NEWS gathered that some of the members led by Governor Dapo Abiodun and Kwara State Governor are not happy with the manner Uzodimma led the forum 

So far over twelve APC Governors have pitched tent with the splitter group 

The Deputy Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Abiodun Fadeyi, has urged the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to delete his record and information from the register and website of the party.

Fadeyi, who represents Ona Ara State Constituency, made the declaration in his resignation letter addressed to the PDP chairman in Ward 8, Ona Ara Local Government Area.

The letter was made available to DAILY POST on Friday.

Fadeyi, in the letter, noted that he resigned from the PDP due to the prolonged internal crisis within the party.

The lawmaker, while speaking, urged the PDP to delete his record and information from the register and website of the party.

He added that he dumped the PDP in order to realise his political ambition in another political party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Fadeyi, in the statement, said: “I wish to write to inform you of my resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) due to the lingering and unresolved internal crisis rocking the party.

“Kindly delete my record and information from the party register and website completely. This is to allow me to complete and advance my political interest on another platform. I sincerely appreciate and am grateful for everything I have been able to achieve with the party.

“Accept the assurances of my highest regards.”

2027: Delete my record from your register, website – Oyo Deputy Speaker resigns from PDP 

Barcelona and Argentina legend, Lionel Messi, has opened up on his relationship and long-standing rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo following years of intense competition between the two football icons. 

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo faced off at the pinnacle of football for many years.

Fans watched with bated breath as “La Pulga” and CR7 consistently tried to outdo one another.

In a recent interview on Argentine television, Messi reflected on his rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo.

Messi and Ronaldo encountered each other more frequently as adversaries during their tenures at Barcelona and Real Madrid from 2009 to 2018.

“What transpired was a remarkable sporting rivalry,” Messi told Polloalvarezok.

“It is a natural occurrence in football. I was with Barcelona while he was with Real Madrid, and we were competing for everything, both as a team and individually, which led to constant comparisons between us.

“However, our relationship was always positive and respectful, and everything that unfolded was strictly athletic. There was nothing personal.

“We did not often meet outside matches or award ceremonies, and we maintained a cordial relationship.

“Now we find ourselves in different phases of our lives, but what transpired was indeed a remarkable sporting rivalry.”

‘There was nothing personal’ – Messi on relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo