Police Arrest Notorious Cult Leader in Sokoto
Sokoto Police Command arrests 'Sai Mallam' cult leader, Mohamed Mokhtar. A shrine was uncovered with fetish items. CP Ahmed Musa warns parents about youth involvement. Read the full story.
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Police arrest cult leader, serial rapist in Sokoto
Sokoto Police arrest 'Sai Mallam' cult leader and a serial rapist linked to 28 victims. CP Ahmed Musa details breakthroughs in state security operations. Read more.
Fintiri Orders Judicial Panel for Lamurde Killings
Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has set up a judicial panel to probe the December 8 shooting that killed 10 women and a girl. He pledges justice and support for victims' families.
Nawfia Killings Linked to Unrest Spirit of Late Monarch
The traditional ruler of Nawfia, Anambra, links recent brutal killings to the unappeased spirit of his assassinated father, Igwe Francis Nwankwo. He calls for unity to restore peace.
Monarch Links Nawfia Killings to Unappeased Predecessor's Spirit
The traditional ruler of Nawfia, Igwe Nwankwo Osuofia II, attributes the brutal murders of 20 indigenes to the unappeased spirit of his assassinated father. Read his call for unity and peace.
Police Arrest Suspect in Owo Cult-Related Murder
Ondo State Police confirm arrest of a suspect in the Owo cult killing of 25-year-old Ayodele Peter. Authorities urge public vigilance and cooperation.
RUGIPO Student Killed in Owo Cult Clash
A Rufus Giwa Polytechnic student was shot dead by suspected cultists in Owo, Ondo State. The tragic incident occurred just three weeks after the death of his mother. Read the full report.
Two Dead in Rivers Cult Clash Between MEND, Iceland
Two persons shot dead, one injured in Andoni LGA as rival cult groups MEND and Iceland clash for supremacy. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read for details.
Meta Suspends Activists for Tanzania Election Killings Posts
Meta suspends Instagram accounts of Tanzanian activists Mange Kimambi and Maria Sarungi Tsehai for posting images of election violence. Over 1,000 reportedly killed. Read the full story.
Imo Police Deny 'Tiger Base' Slaughterhouse Claims
Imo Police Command refutes social media allegations of torture & organ harvesting at 'Tiger Base,' calling it a smear campaign. CP Danjuma establishes a Human Rights Desk.
VDM's Secret Meeting With Defence Minister-Designate Musa
Controversial activist Verydarkman recounts a private encounter with General Christopher Musa after criticising him over the Yelwata killings. The ex-CDS sought his help and intelligence.
Cult Clash at Kwara Poly Claims One Life
A former Kwara State Polytechnic student was killed in a cult clash on campus. Management confirms arrests, urges normalcy. Read details on the incident and official response.
Officer, Passerby Killed in Ogun Cult Violence
A police officer and a passerby were killed in a suspected cult clash in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Get the full details on the tragic incident and police response.
Obasanjo: Nigeria Should Seek Foreign Help on Insecurity
Former President Obasanjo urges Tinubu to stop bandits or seek international assistance. He condemns negotiating with criminals amid rising insecurity across Nigeria. Read more.
Dalung's TikTok Chat with Nigerian Bandit Reveals Motives
Former Sports Minister Solomon Dalung recounts chilling TikTok encounter with bandit who justifies killings. Bandit reveals readiness for negotiations amid security crisis.
Suspected Herders Kill 3 Farmers in Benue
Armed attackers suspected to be herdsmen killed three farmers in Naka, Benue State. The violence continues as another traveler was ambushed hours earlier. Read for details.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
Delta Police Bust Criminal Network in Oghara
Delta State Police Command has dismantled a criminal syndicate in Oghara, recovering an AK-47 rifle and arresting multiple suspects. Authorities warn of growing sophistication in local cult activities.
Repentant cultists surrender arms to police in Ondo
Rival cult groups in Ondo City surrender 17 weapons in police-brokered peace deal. Former members express relief as community partnerships drive disarmament success.
Canada Warns Citizens: Avoid Non-Essential Nigeria Travel
Canada warns citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Nigeria due to terrorism, kidnappings, and crime. Exercise high caution in Lagos and Calabar. Stay informed.
Man Nearly Gets in Trouble Over VeryDarkMan Video on Bus
A Nigerian realtor shares his alarming experience of how watching VeryDarkMan's controversial video on a bus nearly landed him in serious trouble with cult members. Read his cautionary tale.
Piers Morgan Tweets Nicki Minaj in Igbo Language
British broadcaster Piers Morgan surprises Nigerians by tweeting Nicki Minaj in Igbo language, inviting her for interview about killings in Nigeria. Global attention grows.
Peter Obi Decries Nigeria's Worsening Insecurity Crisis
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.
3 Killed in Lagos Cult Shooting at Igunnuko Festival
Gunmen believed to be rival cult members opened fire during the annual Igunnuko festival in Orile Iganmu, Lagos, killing three people and injuring several others. Residents condemn the violence that turned a peace-promoting event deadly.
Peter Obi Tackles Leaders Over Nigeria's Insecurity Wave
Peter Obi questions if Nigeria is cursed or its leaders are the curse following devastating attacks, kidnappings, and security failures across multiple states in 10 days.
Kalu: Killings and Abductions Politically Motivated Against Tinubu
Former Abia Governor Orji Kalu claims recent violence and kidnappings are politically orchestrated to destabilize Tinubu's government. Read his full analysis.
Trump threatens aid cut over Nigeria Christian killings
US President Donald Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria over ongoing Christian killings and mass abductions. Latest attacks in Kebbi, Kwara, Niger states spark international concern.
Oyedepo Declares 7-Day Prayer Over Nigeria Insecurity
Bishop David Oyedepo condemns recent church attacks, calls for nationwide 7-day prayer campaign against rising insecurity in Nigeria. Join the spiritual response.
Soyinka Warns on Foreign Interventions in Nigeria Security
Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka cautions President Tinubu about foreign assistance potentially worsening Nigeria's security crisis. He visited Benue IDP camps and criticized former President Buhari's failures.
Trump Threatens Military Action in Nigeria Over Genocide Claims
US President Donald Trump reiterates anger over alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria, threatens to cut aid and launch military action. Nigerian government rejects claims.
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