Police DSP Kills Self Over Arms Supply to Bandits
A Deputy Superintendent of Police in Niger State shot himself dead after being implicated in supplying AK-47 rifles and ammunition to bandits. Full details of the shocking incident inside.
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Alor Community Seeks Soludo, Ohaneze Help in Ngige's EFCC Case
Alor community leaders urge Governor Soludo and Ohaneze Ndigbo to intervene in the EFCC detention of former minister Chris Ngige, citing his status and need for dignified treatment. Full details inside.
Court Sets Fresh Bail Conditions for Ex-Minister Chris Ngige
A Federal High Court in Abuja has allowed former Labour Minister Chris Ngige to remain on EFCC bail but imposed stricter conditions, including a federal director surety. Ngige faces ₦2.2bn corruption charges.
12 Killed in Plateau Mining Site Attack
Suspected herdsmen killed 12 artisanal miners and abducted three in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State. Community leaders urge security action amid Christmas season warnings.
Bovi: Peller Could Spend 1 Year in Jail for Suicide Attempt
Comedian Bovi explains the legal jeopardy facing TikToker Peller after his arrest. Nigerian law criminalizes attempted suicide, with a potential one-year prison sentence. Read more.
Bondi Beach Gunman Hit with 59 Charges After 15 Killed
Naveed Akram faces 59 charges, including 15 counts of murder, for the Bondi Beach attack on a Jewish Hanukkah event. Police allege it was an ISIS-inspired terrorist act. Read the full details.
Ex-sports reporter, husband die in suspected murder-suicide
Former Alabama sports reporter Christina Chambers and husband Johnny Rimes found dead in suspected murder-suicide. Their 3-year-old son was unharmed. Read the tragic details.
5 Soldiers Killed in Borno Suicide Bombing
A suicide bomber detonated an explosive device at a military checkpoint in Pulka, Borno, killing five soldiers. The attack is linked to ISWAP. Read more for details.
Nigerian in Germany Calls for Peller's Jail Without Fine Option
A Nigerian man in Germany reacts to the arrest of TikTok star Peller, citing colonial-era laws on attempted suicide and demanding imprisonment with no fine. Read the full story and public reactions.
Nigerian TikToker Peller Arrested After Suicide Bid
Popular Nigerian TikToker Habeeb 'Peller' Hamzat is in police custody after a suicide attempt linked to a breakup. Influencer Tunde Perry calls for public support. Full story.
Benin jails 30 over failed coup attempt
Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.
Suicide Bomber Kills 5 Soldiers in Borno
A suicide bomber attacked a military post in Borno's Firgi near Pulka, killing at least five soldiers. Security sources suspect Boko Haram. Read the latest on the insurgency.
TikTok Star Tucker Genal Dies by Suicide at Age 31
Popular TikTok influencer Tucker Genal has died by suicide at 31. His brothers confirmed the tragic news, asking for privacy as fans mourn his sudden passing.
Court Defers Ruling on Chris Ngige's Bail Plea
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has postponed its decision on former Labour Minister Chris Ngige's bail request. Ngige faces EFCC charges over alleged N2.2bn contract fraud. Read the latest details.
Bandits Kill, Abduct in Sokoto Mosque, Village Raids
Gunmen attacked two communities in Sokoto's Sabon-Birni LGA, killing several and abducting many. The violence targeted a mosque during morning prayers. Read the full report.
French Man Admits to Incest, Fathering Kids with Daughter
A 58-year-old French man faces charges for fathering three children with his daughter and forcing his 11-year-old son into incest. The case, compared to Josef Fritzl, shocks Brest. Read the full report.
Doctor charged with sex attacks on 38 patients
Ex-doctor Nathaniel Spencer faces charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the full details.
Nigerian Shippers Protest Hostile Port System, High Costs
Nigerian shippers raise alarm over excessive levies, delays, and corruption at seaports, threatening trade. Calls for Single Window implementation grow. Read more.
Nigerians, Sudanese Sentenced in US Romance Scam Case
Two Nigerian men and a Sudanese woman have been sentenced to over 20 years combined for a romance scam that caused a retired American teacher's suicide. Read the shocking details of the elaborate fraud.
Christmas Cash Demand Hits New Highs in Nigeria
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.
Afghan National Charged Over Texas Bomb Threat
An Afghan national in Texas faces federal charges for allegedly plotting a suicide bombing. Authorities say he posted a threatening video online. Read the full details.
Teacher's Suicide Video Blames Electoral Work Pressure
A Booth-Level Officer in India died by suicide, citing unbearable pressure from the Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls. His video plea highlights a systemic crisis. Read the full story.
Experts Urge Early Action to Curb Depression in Men
Mental health experts warn depression in men is often overlooked, urging public awareness and early detection to prevent tragic outcomes. Learn the signs and why speaking up is vital.
$5,000 Reward for Missing US Coach on Child Porn Charges
US Marshals offer a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of missing Virginia football coach Travis Turner, wanted on child pornography charges. He was last seen entering woods with a firearm.
FCTA revokes 1,095 property titles over unpaid charges
The FCTA has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja's elite districts for non-payment of statutory charges. High-profile names like Patience Jonathan and Ganduje are on the list. Enforcement begins November 25, 2025. Read the full details.
Wike Revokes Abuja Properties of Ganduje, Patience Jonathan, Others
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja for unpaid charges. The list includes ex-govs Ganduje, Duke, and ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan. Read the full details.
Nnamdi Kanu Sentenced to Life Imprisonment by Federal High Court
Federal High Court sentences Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment for terrorism charges. Analyst supports ruling, citing constitutional grounds. Discover the court's reasoning and reactions.
Ngige's convoy attacked by gunmen in Anambra
Former Minister Chris Ngige recounts how gunmen dressed in security uniforms attacked his convoy in Anambra, leaving one woman dead and others injured. Read full details.
Wike revokes 1,095 Abuja property titles
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has enforced the revocation of 1,095 property titles in Abuja's key districts after owners failed to pay outstanding land charges. Discover the full details and implications.
Grandfather, 88, shoots wife in failed murder-suicide
Ernest Leal Sr., 88, admitted to shooting his wife of 65 years after she expressed desire to end suffering. Failed suicide attempt leads to murder charges.
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