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The Kano State Police Command has handed over two recovered vehicles and a tricycle to their rightful owners following a series of successful operations against theft in the state.

This was contained in a statement signed by Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, Police Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Command, on behalf of the Commissioner on Tuesday.

According to the statement, the command, led by Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, said the recoveries were made within the last two weeks through intelligence-led operations and support from members of the public.

“The recovered items include a Pontiac Vibe car, a Toyota Corolla, and a CNG-powered tricycle, all valued at several millions of naira,” the statement revealed.

According to the statement, on May 3, 2026, police operatives attached to Tarauni Area Command recovered a Pontiac Vibe with registration number KMC-175CU in Darmanawa Quarters.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that the vehicle was stolen at about 3:00 a.m. the same day from the owner’s residence,” the statement said.

The police added that the owner was identified through the vehicle’s particulars, and the car has since been released to him, while efforts are ongoing to arrest the suspects.

In another case, the Command said it recovered a Toyota Corolla LE, 2004 model, which was stolen in Abuja.

“The vehicle was stolen on April 22, 2026, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Wuse, Abuja, and was later traced to Darmanawa Layout in Kano,” the statement added.

Police operatives from the Special Intervention Squad (SIS) recovered the vehicle, which has also been handed over to its owner.

“The suspects have been identified and are still at large,” the statement added.

The command also confirmed the recovery of a stolen CNG tricycle and the arrest of three suspects in connection with the case.

According to the police, the tricycle rider was attacked and poisoned by the suspects in Kaduna State before the vehicle was taken away.

“The suspects were intercepted in Kano, and the tricycle was recovered along Ring Road. The suspects were identified as Umar Rabi’u, 32, Yahaya Hannafi, 20, and Amina Muhammad, 21. They are currently assisting the police in the investigation,” the statement disclosed.

The police said all the recovered items were returned to their owners during a brief ceremony held at the Command Headquarters in Bompai.

The Commissioner of Police also praised officers involved in the operations and members of the public who provided useful information.

The police further advised residents to install tracking devices in their vehicles, avoid parking in isolated areas, and always report suspicious activities to security agencies.

Police hand over recovered vehicles, tricycle to owners in Kano

The United States says its ceasefire with Iran remains intact despite rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran launched fresh attacks on Gulf allies and both sides traded fire.

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters at a Pentagon briefing on Tuesday that the ceasefire is not over.

“No, the ceasefire is not over. Ultimately, this is a separate and distinct project, and we expected there would be some churn at the beginning, which happened,” he said.

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine said Iran has attacked U.S. forces more than ten times since the ceasefire was announced, but the strikes remain below the threshold for restarting major combat operations.

The UAE said it came under attack from Iran for the first time since the ceasefire began in early April, with air defences engaging 15 missiles and four drones fired from Iranian territory. Authorities in Fujairah said one drone sparked a fire at an oil facility, wounding three Indian nationals.

Oman was also targeted, with authorities confirming that a residential building near the strait was struck, leaving two foreign workers wounded, four vehicles damaged, and nearby windows shattered.

The U.S. military sank six small Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran launched cruise missiles, drones, and small boat attacks against U.S. Navy ships and commercial vessels under American protection. Trump later said seven small Iranian boats were destroyed and confirmed there was no U.S. damage, apart from a South Korean vessel that was struck.

Hegseth dismissed Iran’s claim that it controls the Strait of Hormuz.

“They said they control the strait. They do not,” he said, adding that the U.S. is “locked and loaded” to defend its people, ships, aircraft, and escort mission.

The tensions centre on Trump’s “Project Freedom” initiative, launched on Sunday, under which the U.S. military escorts commercial ships through the strait.

Iran blamed the initiative for triggering the attacks, with an Iranian military official telling state television that the U.S. must be held accountable for what he described as adventurism in the strait.

An Israeli source told CNN that Israel and the U.S. are also coordinating preparations for a potential new round of strikes aimed at pressuring Iran into further concessions in ongoing negotiations.

The planned campaign, described as short, would target energy infrastructure and senior Iranian officials, and was largely prepared ahead of last month’s ceasefire.

Analysts warn that the escalating attacks are threatening the already shaky ceasefire as both sides struggle to make progress in talks on a lasting end to the war.

S&P Global Energy has warned that even after the Strait of Hormuz reopens, it will take a minimum of seven additional months to fully restore upstream oil production, with the supply crisis potentially stretching into 2027.

The UAE condemned what it called renewed Iranian aggression and called for an immediate halt to the attacks. The European Union, Canada, and several other nations also condemned the strikes and called for de-escalation and a return to diplomacy.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed the U.S. escort initiative, writing on X that “Project Freedom is Project Deadlock,” while warning Washington and the UAE against being dragged into what he called a quagmire.

U.S. Says Iran Ceasefire Intact Despite Fresh Gulf Attacks is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Former Aston Villa striker, Gabriel Agbonlahor, has predicted that Arsenal will still win the Premier League, even if they drop points against West Ham on Sunday.

Speaking on talkSPORT, Agbonlahor claimed Manchester City will not win all their remaining fixtures.

City were held to a 3-3 draw at Everton on Monday and only took a point, thanks to Jeremy Doku’s last-gasp goal.

Agbonlahor said: “If it finished with an Everton win, I would have said it is over. But Doku equalized.

“Arsenal have to go to West Ham. This is one of the biggest games of West Ham’s last 10 years. They can turn up and make it difficult for Arsenal.

“There is no reason why West Ham can’t get a draw. Don’t get me wrong, it will be difficult.

“If they draw this weekend, then it’s back on.

“I still think Man City throw away more points. They’ve got Crystal Palace, they’ve got Brentford who are fighting for European football home, they’ve got Aston Villa and Bournemouth – that will be Iraola last home game.”

EPL: They will throw away more points – Agbonlahor predicts title winners

As the race for the 2027 presidency heats up, activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has alleged that the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, new entrant, Peter Obi is working for President Bola Tinubu.

Adeyanju made the remark while accusing opposition leaders in Nigeria as the most useless and irresponsible in Africa.

Posting on X, Adeyanju lamented that it’s a shame for Nigeria to have a divided opposition despite the events that happened in the country in the last three years.

He wrote: “Peter Obi is working for Tinubu. The opposition leaders in Nigeria are the most useless in Africa. They are too irresponsible. For Nigeria to still have a divided opposition in 2026 after what happened to this country in the last 3 years is a huge shame.

“These guys are sworn enemies of Nigeria. Tinubu is not even playing at all. Can you imagine.”

This comes as Obi, who recently joined the ADC defected to the NDC alongside Rabiu Kwankwaso in preparation for the 2027 presidential election.

During the last presidential election, Obi contested under the LP, while Tinubu ran on the platform of the APC.

2027: Peter Obi working for Tinubu – Adeyanju alleges

Ipswich Town have announced Chuba Akpom has joined them on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports.

Akpom spent last season on loan at Portman Road from Dutch giants Ajax Amsterdam.

The permanent move was triggered following the Tractors promotion to the Premier League.

The 30-year-old has now penned a three-year contract with Ipswich Town until June 2029.

Akpom scored twice in 30 Championship appearances for Ipswich Town.

He was on the books of Ajax for three years following his arrival from Middlesbrough in 2023.

Transfer: Akpom joins Ipswich Town on permanent deal

A young man identified as Nura Ribadu has been killed following an attack by suspected political thugs at the premises of Kano Medical Centre, located along Race Course Road in Kano.

According to early reports, the incident occurred shortly after the swearing-in ceremony of the state’s new deputy governor, Murtala Garo, triggering panic and tension in the area.

Sources told DAILY POST that the victim, believed to be a resident of Dandago Quarters in Gwale Local Government Area, died as a result of injuries sustained during the assault within the hospital premises.

Conflicting accounts have since emerged over the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Some reports allege that the deceased had links to the political camp of Deputy Senate President Barau I. Jibrin, while the alleged assailants were associated with supporters of the new Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo.

Videos shared on social media show a group of thugs armed with sticks and machetes attacking the deceased within the hospital premises.

However, there is currently no independent verification of these claims, and security agencies have not issued any official statement linking the incident to political activity.

Investigations are ongoing as authorities continue to gather details on the circumstances leading to the killing.

Man killed by suspected political thugs after Kano deputy governor’s swearing-in

A gas explosion on Adeleye Street, by the Doyin area of Orile-Iganmu in Lagos on Tuesday caused a fire outbreak that left a gas attendant injured and affected two shops.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service said it received a distress call at about 12:23 p.m. and arrived at the scene by 12:34 p.m.

Firefighters from the Sari Iganmu and Ajegunle Fire Stations were immediately deployed to contain the situation.

According to the agency, the incident occurred while the attendant was refilling a gas cylinder in one of two shops located at the frontage of a demolished building on a half plot of land.

The explosion led to a fire that spread and also affected the second shop within the premises.

“The incident was caused by a gas explosion, which occurred while an attendant was refilling a gas cylinder in one of the two (2) shops at the frontage of a demolished building on a half plot of land,” the statement said.

The attendant was said to have sustained serious injuries in the process and was taken to an undisclosed hospital for medical attention.

“The attendant sustained serious injuries and has been taken to an undisclosed hospital, while the resulting fire also affected the other shop,” the statement added.

However, authorities noted that no death had been confirmed at the time of filing this report.

“No fatalities reported as at the time of this report,” the agency stated.

Emergency responders were able to bring the situation under control, preventing further damage in the area.

The fire service said investigations have commenced to determine the exact cause of the incident.

Attendant injured as gas explosion triggers fire in Lagos

The Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, has fined Warri Wolves N6 million for violent conduct during their clash against Plateau United in Ozoro.

The NPFL also ordered the Seasiders to play their remaining home matches this season behind closed doors as part of the punishment.

The NPFL said the club failed to provide adequate and effective security, allowing unauthorized persons access to restricted areas.

Warri Wolves supporters also engaged in unsporting behaviour capable of bringing the game into disrepute and showed gross misconduct towards match officials, causing a 10-minute delay in the match.

The NPFL directed Warri Wolves to apprehend and prosecute those responsible for the incidents and submit evidence of action taken.

Warri Wolves have 48 hours from the date of notice to appeal the sanctions.

NPFL: Warri Wolves fined N6m, to play home matches behind closed doors

The Federal Government has approved a new consolidated salary structure for staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), alongside an updated condition of service.

The approval was conveyed in an official communication issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation and addressed to the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission.

According to the letter, dated April 29, 2026, and signed by Dr Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, Permanent Secretary, General Services, on behalf of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the revised salary structure will take effect from June 1, 2026.

“I am directed to convey that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation has approved the recommended consolidated salary structure for NiMet with an effective date of June 1, 2026,” the letter stated.

The document, referenced No. 58957/S.2/T1/40, was titled “Re-Request for Salary Relativity Implementation in the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet).”

It further confirmed that the approval aligns with an earlier request by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, as contained in its correspondence dated March 23, 2026.

The development signals a formal adjustment in the remuneration framework for NiMet personnel, with implementation scheduled to commence in mid-2026.

FG approves new salary structure for NiMet staff, effective June 2026

Merseyside Police arrested an Everton fan during his side’s match against Manchester City for alleged racist abuse towards Antoine Semenyo.

The supporter was apprehended at the Premier League fixture between the sides at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday, which finished 3-3.

Police said a 71-year-old man from Nottinghamshire was arrested “on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence” after “supporters and stewards reported that racist abuse was shouted by a fan”.

“An investigation into the incident during the match remains ongoing and we continue to work closely with Everton FC,” said a police statement.

“He has now been bailed with conditions, which includes not to go within one mile of any designated sports stadium in a period of up to four hours before kick-off, during the match and up to four hours after the game has ended.”

Everton said in a statement that “behaviour of this nature will not be tolerated”.

“Racism and discrimination in all forms are completely unacceptable. They have no place in our stadia, our sport or in society,” the club said.

“The club will continue to work closely with the authorities to support their investigation and will take the strongest possible action in line with its zero-tolerance approach.”

It is the second time Ghana international Semenyo, 26, has been the target of racist abuse this season.

While playing for former club Bournemouth in the opening Premier League match of this season, Semenyo reported being racially abused by a spectator during their 4-2 defeat at Liverpool.

Semenyo subsequently said more should be done to tackle racism in football, including possible prison sentences for those convicted of abuse.

Manchester City praised the “swift action” of Everton and Merseyside Police.

The club said England defender Marc Guehi, 25, also suffered online racist abuse following the match.

“We are incredibly disappointed to hear that Marc Guehi was subject to a series of vile racist social media posts last night,” said a City statement.

“We will continue to offer our full support to both Antoine and Marc and never accept discrimination of any kind in our game.”

Everton Fan Arrested For Alleged Semenyo Racist Abuse is first published on The Whistler Newspaper