Retired Delta Judge Killed, Police Hunt Suspect
Delta Police confirm retired judge Ifeoma Okogwu murdered at her Asaba home. One suspect detained, principal suspect Godwin Vanem at large as manhunt intensifies.
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ACF Chair Calls for Amnesty Approach to Northern Insecurity
ACF Chairman Bashir Dalhatu urges Federal Government to combine negotiation with military action against bandits, citing Niger Delta amnesty success. Read more.
Parents Protest Niger Govt Inaction Over Abducted Pupils
Parents of 300+ abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School protest government negligence. Eight days later, children remain captive as international concern grows.
Watchdog Defends PIA Implementation Against ₦1 Trillion Claim
Niger Delta accountability network refutes House Committee claims, says Petroleum Industry Act implementation is on track and bringing stability to oil sector. Read full details.
Bandits gang-rape 13-year-old in Niger State
Hasiya A. Bawa, 13, hospitalized after brutal gang rape by bandits in Shiroro LGA. Community security crisis deepens as 24 others abducted in separate attack.
20 Farmers Kidnapped in Niger State Attack
Armed bandits have kidnapped about 20 farmers, including pregnant women and children, from a rice farm in Niger state. This comes just days after a mass school abduction. Read the latest details.
Delta Chief Denies Role in Killings, Sues Police
Chief Jerry Nkeweshe denies police allegations linking him to the killing of three youths in Okwe, Delta State. He demands a retraction within 14 days or faces legal action for defamation.
Oborevwori presents N1.664trn 2026 budget to Delta Assembly
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori presents a N1.664 trillion 2026 budget to the Delta State Assembly, with 70% for capital projects to accelerate development. Read the full breakdown.
Bayelsa acquires aircraft, makes historic inaugural flight
Bayelsa State celebrates a historic milestone as Governor Douye Diri inaugurates its first state-owned aircraft, enhancing aviation capacity and economic connectivity.
Oborevwori presents N1.66tn 2026 budget to Delta Assembly
Delta State Governor presents a record N1.66 trillion 'Budget of Accelerating the More Agenda' for 2026, focusing heavily on infrastructure and economic growth.
N1.6trn Niger Delta cleanup funds lost - Reps
House Committee reveals Nigeria lost N1.6 trillion in Niger Delta cleanup funds due to PIA non-implementation. Environmental crisis worsens as communities suffer.
N850bn PIA Environmental Funds Not Implemented - Reps
House Committee warns of deepening ecological devastation in Niger Delta as Petroleum Industry Act environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after passage. Urgent action needed.
N1.65trn PIA Funds Denied to Niger Delta
House Committee exposes how Niger Delta lost N1.65 trillion in environmental cleanup funds due to PIA implementation failures. Lawmakers demand immediate action.
Reps query non-implementation of PIA environmental funds
House of Representatives committee warns of deepening ecological crisis in Niger Delta as ₦1.65 trillion environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after PIA enactment. Urgent action needed.
Mother arrested for sexually assaulting 3-year-old daughter
Delta State Police arrest Tracy Wilson for alleged sexual abuse of her 3-year-old daughter. Video evidence shows mother admitted to ongoing abuse for 8 months. Child tested positive for STD.
Jakarta bans dog, cat, bat meat to fight rabies
Jakarta's governor has signed a new regulation prohibiting the sale and consumption of dog, cat, and bat meat to prevent rabies transmission. Learn about the six-month grace period and potential sanctions for violators.
Police foil N2m kidnap plot in Adamawa, arrest 4
Adamawa police arrest four suspects planning to kidnap wealthy relative for N2 million ransom. Suspects confess to envy-driven scheme. Authorities vow thorough prosecution.
Amotekun Patrols Ondo Boarding Schools for Security
Ondo State Amotekun Corps launches enhanced security patrols for boarding schools amid kidnapping concerns. Commander Adeleye announces 34 arrests in latest operations.
Lagos Police Boost Security at Schools, Worship Centers
Lagos State Police Command deploys additional officers to schools and worship centers following recent bandit attacks and kidnappings across Nigeria. Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh assures public safety.
Niger School Attack: Missing Children Count Uncertain
About 50 schoolchildren escaped bandits in Niger State Catholic school attack. Authorities remain uncertain about missing pupils as bishop restricts information sharing with security officials.
Scientific Research Guides Nigeria's Oil Production
Dr Omonigho Khalin Egbo's geochemical studies provide crucial data for Nigeria's energy security and revenue growth. Discover how his findings are shaping national oil policy.
Delta School Panic Over False Herdsmen Attack
Students at Otagba-Ogbe Girls Secondary School in Delta State fled classrooms amid herdsmen attack fears. Police confirm false alarm, urge calm and warn against spreading unverified information.
Ogun to Document Foreign Workers Amid Security Concerns
Ogun State implements new security measures including foreign worker documentation and scavenger monitoring to combat rising crime. Governor Abiodun announces proactive steps.
Army recovers 109,000 litres of stolen petroleum products
Nigerian Army's 6 Division deactivates 7 illegal refining sites, recovers stolen crude oil and AGO worth over N150 million in Niger Delta operations. Support the fight against oil theft.
TEF, FFS Partner to Train 7,400 on Fire Safety
Tony Elumelu Foundation partners with Federal Fire Service to train 7,400 Nigerians across all 36 states and FCT on essential fire safety skills and emergency response procedures.
Full List: 265 Abducted Niger Catholic School Victims Named
Catholic Diocese releases names of 265 abducted students and teachers from St. Mary's Schools in Niger State. 50 students escaped. Government urged to act swiftly.
Tompolo gets honorary doctorate from ECU
Edwin Clark University confers an honorary doctorate on Tompolo for his transformative contributions to education and regional security. The university also unveils a N10 billion endowment fund.
50 Abducted Niger School Pupils Escape from Captors
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captivity and reunited with families. Security efforts continue for remaining victims.
50 Abducted Niger Pupils Escape, Names Released
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary Private School in Niger State have escaped captivity. Bishop Bulus Yohanna confirms 253 children and 12 staff remain held. Read the full list of names.
NDDC Must Boost Early Warning Systems for Niger Delta Peace
Professor Isaac Albert emphasizes the critical need for community-driven early warning systems to prevent conflicts and advance sustainable development in the Niger Delta region.
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