Kebbi State Police have arrested Aminu Adamu, 20, for the alleged robbery and murder of Ibrahim Yahaya, 25, whose body was found in a forest. The suspect was found with the victim's motorcycle. Police assure the public the situation is under control.
Death toll in Barkin Ladi attack rises to 14 as Kebbi State downplays insecurity, wooing investors with promises of stability and strategic advantages for AfCFTA.
The US Africa Command has dismissed false claims of airstrikes on the Nigeria-Benin border. Read the official statement and details of ongoing counterterrorism cooperation.
Kebbi State Government assures investors of a stable environment for business, highlighting strong regulations and key sectors like energy and agriculture. Dr. Mohamed Kamba says insecurity is exaggerated.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa assures border communities of enhanced security, citing Amotekun Rangers' success. He vows to fix roads and resolve chieftaincy disputes while extending Christmas goodwill.
Sujimoto Group proposes a N20 trillion fortified border and agricultural development initiative to combat terrorism and banditry. The plan integrates security with economic growth. Read more.
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Gunmen attacked Ora community on the Osun-Kwara border, kidnapping retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi and killing a chief. Police have intensified search efforts. Read the full story.
A Kebbi State High Court has sentenced Ibrahim Isah to five years imprisonment for attempting to rape a 10-year-old girl. Justice Maryam Abubakar Kaoje delivered the judgment. Read the full details.
Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.
Four civilians and a soldier killed in overnight border clash between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Both sides trade blame as tensions escalate. Read the full report.
Afreximbank launches PAPSS Cowry to fix Africa's costly cross-border payments, saving $5bn yearly and boosting intra-African trade. Discover how this platform changes the game.
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas leads a strategic security mission to Cameroon with Senators Kalu and Abdullahi to strengthen border cooperation against terrorism and crime. Details emerge.
Sokoto State Police Command has arrested suspects funding bandits through cattle sales and smashed a motorcycle theft syndicate in a coordinated cross-border operation. Commissioner declares end to criminal safe havens.
The shocking story of Emeka Nwangwu, a wanted trans-border kidnapper who murdered his cousin in Enugu after years of abducting children while working as a driver. Read the full investigation.
Luqman Mamudu, former NADDC boss, says West Africa must fix border bottlenecks to unlock AfCFTA's trade potential. He calls for digital platforms and one-stop border posts.
Platnova earns a spot in Nigeria's Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs at the SME 100 AWARDS 2025. Discover how their cross-border financial services drive economic growth and inclusion.
Armed bandits attacked Unguwar Tsamiya in Kano's Shanono LGA, killing residents, abducting 11, and burning homes. Security forces are in pursuit. Read details.
An edtech organization offers a two-year full scholarship to students rescued from kidnappings in Niger and Kebbi states, aiming to support their recovery and return to school. This initiative highlights the ongoing education crisis in Northern Nigeria.
The Defence Headquarters details the mistaken attack by Katsina vigilantes on Nigerien soldiers fetching water. New joint security measures are now in place to prevent recurrence. Read the full report.
CG Kemi Nandap deploys reinforcements, orders heightened patrols after armed men attack Bakin Ruwa Checkpoint in Kebbi. Read the latest on Nigeria's border security response.
Algerian & Nigerian customs pledge stronger collaboration on training, modernization & trade facilitation. Delegation from Nigeria studies Algeria's oil export procedures to boost efficiency.
MTN Nigeria alerts customers to a service disruption affecting 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Sokoto states due to a fibre cut. Engineers are working to restore connectivity. #MTN #NetworkOutage #Nigeria
Bello Musa sentenced to death by hanging for poisoning Shamsiyya Usman in a Birnin Kebbi hotel. Court convicts on charges of homicide, conspiracy, and cheating. Read the full details.
The Defence Headquarters convened a Joint Border Security Meeting after a clash between Nigerian and Nigerien soldiers in Katsina. Learn how the situation was deescalated and what steps are being taken to prevent future incidents.
A 15-year-old boy and six girls kidnapped in Bwari, FCT, have been freed after relatives paid a N2 million ransom. The peasant farmer who raised the money had to sell his ginger harvest.
Shakarra, a new e-commerce platform, is now live, enabling Nigerians to shop from US stores like Amazon and Walmart in Naira with door-to-door delivery, perfectly timed for Black Friday deals.
Nigeria introduces ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card to fight cross-border crimes, irregular migration. New card replaces passports for regional travel within West Africa.
Suspected Lakurawa terrorists attacked Nigeria Immigration Service checkpoint in Kebbi State, killing three officers. Read details of the midnight assault that sparked panic in border communities.
Joint security stakeholders from Oyo, Ogun, Lagos, and Osun states reassure residents of adequate security during yuletide. Enhanced patrols and intelligence sharing promised.