Court remands nine suspects over Yelwata killings

A Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded nine suspects linked to the attack on Yelwata community in Benue State. The suspects are to be held at the Kuje Correctional Centre.

A Federal High Court in Abuja remanded nine suspects connected to the attack on the Yelwata community in Benue State. The court ordered their detention at the Nigeria Correctional Service centre in Kuje. This development follows the violent incident in the Benue community, as reported on February 2, 2026. No additional details on the suspects' identities or the specifics of the attack were provided in the court proceedings coverage.

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Villagers in Kaiama, Nigeria, mourn and bury victims of a terror attack as security forces provide protection amid ongoing regional threats.
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Deadly terror attack hits Kwara's Kaiama community

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A devastating terror attack in Kaiama, Kwara State, has left residents burying their dead amid heightened security concerns. Political leaders and authorities have responded swiftly with condemnations, deployments, and support measures. The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in northern Nigeria.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has denied bail to Yakubu Adamu, the Bauchi State Commissioner of Finance, and three others facing charges of financing terrorism.

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At least five people were killed in an attack on Udeku Maav-Ya community in Kwande Local Government Area, Benue State, adding to a series of recent assaults on rural communities amid ongoing security threats.

Twenty-four parishioners who were abducted from an ECWA Church branch in Kogi State have been freed.

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More than 20 individuals involved in the R113 million fraud and corruption case at the Mpumalanga Education Department have been remanded in custody by the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court. The matter was adjourned until Wednesday for bail applications. Only 15 out of 38 arrested suspects have been granted bail so far, ranging from R5 000 to R50 000.

Fifteen people were killed as vigilantes clashed with repentant bandits in Katsina communities, according to a report.

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to produce the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance amid an alleged N4.6 billion money laundering case. The People's Redemption Party has commended the EFCC for arresting and investigating the official.

 

 

 

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