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A boat carrying nearly 270 people has capsized off northern Cyprus as a search and rescue operation is under way.
By: Miracle Orumor
A major search and rescue operation is under way off the coast of northern Cyprus after a boat carrying nearly 270 people capsized in the Mediterranean Sea.
The vessel was reportedly carrying 267 people, including 259 passengers and eight crew members, when it ran into trouble during its journey.
Emergency teams, including coastguard vessels, helicopters and Turkish rescue personnel, were deployed to the area as authorities launched a massive operation to save survivors and locate those still missing.
Several people have been rescued, while authorities continue searching the waters for other passengers. The exact number of casualties and missing persons remains unclear as the rescue operation continues.
The cause of the capsizing has not yet been officially confirmed, and authorities have launched an investigation into what led to the maritime disaster.
The incident has sparked growing concern among families of those on board as rescue teams race against time to find survivors.
Authorities are expected to provide further updates as the search and rescue operation continues.
This is a developing story. More details are expected to emerge.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Bandits have reportedly ambushed police officers travelling along the Sokoto–Gusau road, with some officers feared dead.
The attack occurred on Monday when the officers were travelling in a Zamfara State mass transit bus, popularly known as Bazamfara, en route to Gusau, the state capital.
The exact number of casualties remained unclear as of the time of filing this report, as details of the incident were still emerging.
The attack adds to growing security concerns along the Sokoto–Gusau highway, where travellers have faced threats from armed bandits.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rescheduled its presidential campaign kick-off in Sokoto State to Wednesday, November 4, 2026, amid alleged threats to the event.
The campaign launch, initially scheduled for an earlier date, was postponed as concerns over the alleged threats prompted the party to adjust its programme.
The development comes amid heightened political activities ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The party is yet to provide further details on the alleged threats or announce additional changes to the campaign schedule.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two Nigerians based in Europe for allegedly ingesting 200 wraps of cocaine weighing 3.46 kilograms while attempting to travel from Abuja to Paris, France.
The suspects were reportedly apprehended during an operation by the agency as they prepared to embark on the international journey.
The arrest underscores the NDLEA’s continued efforts to combat drug trafficking and prevent the use of Nigerian airports as transit points for illicit drugs.
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