Kidnappers Use Victim's Facebook to Demand N600m Ransom
Kidnappers in Kaduna have brazenly used a victim's phone to post photos on Facebook while demanding N600 million ransom for an Anglican vicar and his wife. Read the shocking details.
Kidnappers in Kaduna have brazenly used a victim's phone to post photos on Facebook while demanding N600 million ransom for an Anglican vicar and his wife. Read the shocking details.
Bandits release photos of abducted Kaduna Anglican priest Ven. Edwin Achi and wife Sarah after demanding N600m ransom. The couple was kidnapped from Nissi community on October 28, 2025.
Nigerian undergraduates in STEMM fields can now apply for up to N50 million equity-free funding from the Federal Government's Student Venture Capital Grant. Applications are open.
Yanga FM, Nigeria's first urban-pidgin radio station, has made broadcasting history by awarding ₦1 million to its first caller. Discover how this groundbreaking moment is reshaping Nigerian radio.
ExxonMobil resumes its Rovuma LNG project in Mozambique after a 4-year jihadist insurgency pause. Production expected by 2030, boosting regional economy.
TETFund has commissioned a new N1.39 billion, 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, to ease student accommodation. The N50m student grant is also on track.
Bandits brutally murdered Usman Buhari after collecting N70 million ransom from his family in Niger State. The victim was kidnapped along Mokwa-New Bussa Road. Read more about this tragic security failure.
Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro files lawsuit against Peggy Ovire demanding ₦100 million compensation for alleged assault and rights violation on movie set. Read full details.
Indonesian authorities detain Chinese property executive WZ wanted for $138 million loan default. The fugitive had been moving through Asian nations since August. Read full details.
Nigerian students can now apply for the FG's N50 million equity-free venture capital grant. Applications open at svcg.education.gov.ng for STEMM innovations with Google partnership benefits.
Ondo State House of Assembly in crisis as 12 lawmakers pass vote of no confidence against Speaker Olamide Oladiji over alleged N50m misappropriation. EFCC investigation demanded.
Nigeria's top golfers battle for a record N34.5 million prize at the 64th FirstBank Lagos Open. The event tees off Monday at Ikoyi Club 1938. Don't miss the action!
Ukrainian President Zelensky imposes sanctions on ex-business partner Timur Mindich amid a $100M energy sector fraud scandal. Key ministers resign as anti-corruption efforts intensify.
Ukraine's energy and justice ministers resign amid major corruption scandal involving $100M kickback scheme. Read how this affects EU membership bid.
Rochas Okorocha's niece, Uche David Obinali, faces fraud charges for allegedly scamming philanthropist Daniel Kanu of N127 million. Court proceedings continue November 11.
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria will close customer accounts with less than N7.5 million in February 2026. Learn about the new requirements and branch closures affecting personal banking customers.
Former Petroleum Minister Timipre Sylva declared wanted by EFCC for alleged $14.8M conversion, placed on FBI and Interpol watchlists. Political persecution claims emerge.
Kaduna State welcomes groundbreaking ₦450 million Nigeria-China agricultural initiative set to revolutionize poultry farming and create thousands of jobs across the region.
Residents of a rural Kogi community rejoice as new borehole project ends decades of water scarcity, bringing hope and improved health to families.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Delta State's multi-million naira FIFA-funded stadium project turned into abandoned wasteland, exposing systemic corruption and failed sports development promises.
Kano State Police Command has dismantled a sophisticated SIM card syndicate, arresting six suspects and recovering over ₦17 million in a major crackdown on telecommunications fraud.
Former Osun State Governor Gboyega Oyetola heads the shortlist of 14 distinguished candidates selected for a transformative education project in Oyo State, marking a significant development in Nigeria's educational sector.
Ogun State launches Nigeria For Women Project scale-up, investing ₦1.2 billion to empower women entrepreneurs across all 20 LGAs for sustainable economic growth.
Residents of Adogu community in Ajaokuta, Kogi State celebrate as new water project ends years of water scarcity, bringing hope and improved health to families.
TETFund executive secretary Arc. Sonny Echono confirms the N50 million research and innovation grant for Nigerian students remains accessible, dismissing speculation about its discontinuation.
Kaduna State and Chinese investors launch groundbreaking $450 million poultry project, creating 5,000 jobs and revolutionizing Nigeria's agricultural sector with state-of-the-art facilities.
American law enforcement has apprehended a Nigerian national and four accomplices wanted by Germany for orchestrating a massive €300 million fraud scheme spanning multiple countries.
Governor Dikko Radda launches massive water infrastructure project in Katsina State, promising to provide clean water to over 500,000 residents and transform agricultural activities in the region.
Discover how the Big Child Initiative is revolutionizing youth development in Delta State through an exciting new football project that combines sports with education and life skills training in Ndokwa communities.
Brussels unveils ambitious plan for high-speed rail network connecting all EU capitals by 2040, revolutionizing continental travel and boosting economic integration.