3 Teen Girls Arrested in Oyo for N10m Kidnap Threat
Oyo Police arrest three teenage girls for threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m and human parts. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full story inside.
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Police Arrest 6 Kidnappers, Rescue 3 in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police, with vigilantes, arrest six kidnappers and rescue three victims in Lafia East. CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed orders manhunt after January 7 abduction. Read the full story.
Odusote Appointed First Female Nigerian Law School DG
President Tinubu appoints Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. MAAUN Group hails the historic milestone for legal education.
Wife's Viral Reaction to Husband's Photo with Colleague
A Nigerian medical doctor's innocent photo with a female colleague triggered a hilarious online saga. See the viral chat where apologies and food offers failed to calm his wife.
Tree Planting Forces Criminals Out of Ogun Forests
Ogun State's forestry drive makes reserves inhospitable for kidnappers and militants. Commissioner reveals strategy and new equipment for enhanced security. Read more.
Army Neutralises Kidnappers in Plateau, Recovers Weapons
Nigerian Army troops raided a kidnappers' hideout in Plateau's Wase LGA, neutralising suspects and recovering weapons. Two gang members escaped. Read details of the operation.
Tinubu Appoints First Female Nigerian Law School DG
President Bola Tinubu appoints Dr. Olugbemisola Odusote as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. Read about her historic appointment and career.
Tinubu appoints Odusote as first female Law School DG
President Bola Tinubu appoints Dr. Olugbemisola Odusote as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. Her tenure begins January 10, 2026. Read more about this historic milestone.
Tinubu Appoints First Female Head of Nigerian Law School
President Bola Tinubu makes history by appointing Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. Her tenure begins January 10, 2026.
Nigeria's 10 Richest Women: Net Worth & Industries
Discover the top 10 wealthiest women in Nigeria for 2026. From Folorunsho Alakija's $1B oil fortune to Mo Abudu's media empire, see how these tycoons built their wealth.
Adamawa Constituents Endorse Ramatu for 2027 NASS Race
Constituents in Mubi North, Mubi South, and Maiha endorse Engr. Ramatu Sali Bello for the House of Representatives in 2027, calling for more women in NASS. Read about the rally and her pledges.
Africa's 10 Richest Women & Their Wealth Secrets
Discover how Africa's wealthiest women, including Folorunsho Alakija and Mama Ngina Kenyatta, built billion-dollar empires through savvy investments and entrepreneurship. See the full list and their inspiring stories.
Kidnappers kill victim, hold doctor brother in Edo
Gunmen have killed Abu Momoh after abducting him and his brother, Dr. Ibrahim Momoh, in Auchi. The family confirms the tragic death as the kidnappers continue to hold the medical doctor. Read the full report.
HURIWA Urges Intelligence-Led Crackdown on Kidnappers
HURIWA urges Nigerian security chiefs to adopt intelligence-led tactics against kidnappers and root out saboteurs within the armed forces. The group sets a 3-month ultimatum for results.
N450m Ransom Demanded for Kwara Monarch, NYSC Son, Others
Gunmen demand N450 million to release the Oniwo of Aafin, his NYSC son, and eight villagers in Kwara. The police are yet to comment. Read the full details.
Female Engineering Graduate's 4.91 CGPA Wows Nigerians
Azubuike Goodness Uchechukwu, a civil engineering graduate, has inspired thousands after her 4.91 CGPA result went viral on TikTok. See her powerful message and netizens' reactions.
Kidnappers Arrested After Falling for Victims in Kaduna
Kaduna police apprehend two suspected kidnappers after their victims used a clever survival tactic. The women pretended to develop feelings, leading to the suspects' capture. Read the full story.
NGO Backs Abia Sisters in Property Dispute Against Disinheritance
WORFAF intervenes for Kelechi and Chinwendu Okorie in a female disinheritance case in Abia, demanding illegal occupants vacate their late parents' property. Justice delayed is justice denied.
Bolajoko Bayo-Ajayi Installed as First Female NIMN Head
Bolajoko Bayo-Ajayi breaks barriers as the first woman to lead the Nigeria Institute of Marketing of Nigeria. Industry leaders call for collaboration and trust-building. Read more.
Women Urged to Play Organ at ANFO's 2nd Concert
The Association of Nigeria Female Organists held its 2nd 'Ladies on the Organ' concert, challenging gender norms in music. Over 40 women participated, showcasing talent and empowerment.
Grenade Blast Injures Soldier, Kids in Nasarawa
A female soldier and two children were severely injured in a hand grenade explosion in Maraba, Nasarawa. The device, left by a soldier years ago, detonated during identification. Read the full report.
FGM Persists in Kenya Despite National Ban
In remote Kenyan villages, 80% of girls endure female genital mutilation despite a 2011 law. Activists fight entrenched tradition, corruption, and curses to rescue victims. Read the full report.
Nigeria Classifies Bandits, Kidnappers as Terrorists
The Nigerian government has declared bandits and kidnappers as terrorist groups, ending ambiguous labels. A nationwide security emergency is declared to strengthen counter-terrorism efforts.
FG Designates Kidnappers, Bandits as Terrorists
Nigeria's government has officially classified kidnappers and armed groups as terrorists, enabling full counterterrorism measures. The move follows diplomatic resolution with the US.
Nigeria Lists 31 Entities as Terrorists Under New Doctrine
President Tinubu unveils a sweeping counterterrorism doctrine, listing armed groups, kidnappers, enablers, and complicit leaders as terrorists. Read the full list and implications.
Fashion Expert: Leverage Tech Amid Economic Challenges
Designer Oyefeso Ejimoh urges Nigerian fashion entrepreneurs to embrace technology, local materials, and collaboration to thrive. Learn her strategies for success.
Police kill 2 kidnappers, rescue victim in Rivers
Rivers State Police Command operatives have rescued an abducted woman and killed two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle at their forest hideout in Emohua. Read the full details of the daring operation.
Nigeria's Female Drug Users Face Huge Treatment Gap
UN report reveals 25% of Nigeria's drug users are women, but only 1 in 20 get treatment. Drug use in Africa could surge 40% by 2030, posing a major health crisis.
Jide Awobona Faces Criticism for Cross-Dressing Movie Role
Nollywood actor Jide Awobona faces social media backlash for transforming into a woman to spotlight female resilience in his new film 'Rise With Me'. Get the full story and reactions.
Father Rewrites Narrative on Female Children in Urhobo Land
Confidence Maye Utomi celebrates her father for valuing his daughters equally in a patriarchal Urhobo culture. Read her inspiring story of love overcoming bias.
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