Month: October 2026

Security

Suspects arraigned over abduction of prospective corps members in Imo

Five suspects arrested in Rivers and Abia after a DSS-led rescue pleaded not guilty to kidnapping-related charges at the Federal High Court in Abuja. More in The Telescope’s Periscope column.

By David

Economy

Inflation eases to 14.63% in September, fourth straight monthly drop

Headline inflation fell from 15.39% in August. Food inflation stood at 19.59% and core inflation at 12.95%, according to NBS data.

By David

Security

Air Force ATR-42 crashes at Igbokoda, killing all 25 on board

The aircraft, flying from Benin City to Lagos, came down in a swampy area of Ilaje LGA, Ondo State. The cause is under investigation. Read The Telescope’s editorial on the safety questions.

By David