Nigeria's Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, has denied the Federal Government pays ransom for kidnap victims. He insists military pressure and intelligence are the strategy. Read the full details.
Residents of Ikpai Ohom and Big Qua Town in Calabar face severe hardship after six months without power due to a failed transformer. They call on Governor Bassey Otu for urgent help.
A motor boy died instantly after a brake failure caused a truck crash on Koro-Otun road in Ogun State. The driver of the other truck fled the scene. Read details.
A motor boy lost his life instantly after a brake failure caused a truck to ram into a container truck on the Koro-Otun road in Ogun State. TRACE confirms details.
Residents of Ikpai Ohom and Big Qua Town in Calabar face six months of darkness after a faulty 1968 transformer was removed. They accuse PHED of inaction and appeal to Governor Bassey Otu for urgent intervention.
Senator Aminu Tambuwal warns Nigeria has dangerously strayed from democratic ideals. On his 60th birthday, he calls for a national reckoning and collective action to salvage governance.
The Federal Government has commissioned a high-tech CCTV monitoring centre for Lagos's Third Mainland Bridge to enhance safety and security, with a N43bn contract. Minister Umahi confirms no tolling plans.
The Federal Government commissions a state-of-the-art CCTV monitoring centre for Lagos's Third Mainland Bridge to enhance safety and security. The facility includes HD cameras, a surveillance boat, and aims for rapid emergency response.
A Kogi man pleads for government intervention after gunmen abducted his wife and two children from their new home. The family recounts a night of terror and failed rescue attempts.
A mini truck lost control on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, crashing into cars on Otedola Bridge. A family miraculously escaped unhurt. Read about the latest accident on this notorious blackspot.
Vice President Kashim Shettima seeks divine intervention for Nigeria's security forces and reaffirms the Tinubu administration's commitment to fully equip them. Read more on the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration.
A truck carrying tomatoes crashed into vehicles on Lagos's Otedola Bridge after brake failure. The accident occurred at noon on Thursday, January 8. Thankfully, no fatalities were recorded.
The Federal Government has nullified the sale of FAAN staff quarters nationwide. Minister Festus Keyamo announced the decision, citing security concerns in sensitive airport zones. Read the full details.
Mayor of Crans-Montana admits no safety checks at Le Constellation bar since 2020, as death toll hits 40. Sparklers now banned. Read the full investigation details.
The National Judicial Council clarifies that the Federal Judicial Service Commission handled the initial screening of 62 judge applicants. It denies reports of a failed 'integrity test' and vows to probe the source of misinformation. Read the full details
Oyo State government discloses the N30bn Federal aid for the 2024 Bodija explosion remains untouched. It also reveals the FG is withholding a N20bn balance. Full details inside.
The Peoples Democratic Party urges the Federal Government to make 2026 a decisive year for security and citizen welfare. Read the full New Year message from the opposition.
A fatal auto crash involving a fuel tanker near Polo Club Roundabout in Jos has claimed six lives and injured five. The FRSC confirms details of the tragic accident and the multi-agency response.
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim says US airstrikes on IS in Nigeria highlight FG's security failures. He calls for urgent internal reforms and decisive leadership to address the crisis.
An in-depth analysis of how systemic corruption, ballooning debt, and insecurity have turned Nigeria into a nation exploited by its leaders. Read why calls for change grow louder.
Dr Romanus Osabohien urges Nigerian govt to implement energy efficiency policies to tackle insecurity, climate change & economic volatility. Read key insights from his new book launch.
Former Minister Oby Ezekwesili criticizes the Tinubu administration for negotiating with bandits instead of defeating them. She calls for transparency and an end to the 'abduction industry'. Read her full analysis.
The Federal Government urges Nigerians to use Christmas to foster peace, kindness, and unity. Minister Mohammed Idris highlights the season's values and government's commitment to a safer, stronger Nigeria.
Nigeria's agriculture sector gets a meager 1.4% of the federal budget annually, hindering mechanisation and food security. Experts call for urgent investment to combat rising food costs and insecurity. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria faces a US-imposed 'Performance Improvement Plan' after being labeled a 'disgraced country'. Can Tinubu's urgent security reforms save the nation from foreign intervention? Read more.
A husband and wife tragically died in a Tokyo sauna fire. Investigations reveal a faulty door handle and a disabled emergency alarm system. Read the full report on this safety failure.
The Federal Government has reopened the 47 Unity Colleges shut in November over insecurity. The Ministry of Education assures safety measures are in place. Read more.
The Federal Government has ordered the immediate reopening of 47 unity schools previously closed due to insecurity. Students have returned safely as academic activities resume nationwide.
Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.
Two commuters died and three were critically injured after a speeding truck's brakes failed, causing a multi-vehicle pile-up in Lagos. The driver fled the scene. Read details.