Panic grips Mashegu LGA after discovery of a suspected Tomahawk missile warhead. Police confirm investigation amid public fears linking it to recent US airstrikes in Sokoto. Read Nigerians' reactions.
Residents of Zugurma in Niger State uncover a suspected US Tomahawk missile. Security agencies have cordoned off the area for investigation. Read the latest details.
The Nigerian Bar Association's Minna Branch condemns deadly attacks in Borgu and Agwara LGAs, urging government action to rescue victims and secure communities.
Suspected terrorists attacked a police border patrol post in Niger State's Borgu LGA, burning the facility and farm produce. This follows a deadly assault days earlier, escalating security fears. Read more.
Suspected terrorists set a police border patrol outpost ablaze in Niger State's Borgu LGA, escalating violence just days after a market attack claimed 30 lives. Read details of the coordinated security response.
Niger State Governor mourns victims of Borgu LGA terrorist attack. Both Muslims and Christians were killed. Security forces are pursuing the attackers to rescue the kidnapped. Read more.
Armed gangs killed more than 30 people and kidnapped others in a brutal raid on Kasuwan Daji village, Niger State. President Tinubu vows justice. Read the full report.
Armed bandits have killed over 30 people and abducted many, including children, in attacks on Agwara and Borgu LGAs of Niger State. Urgent government intervention is needed.
Armed bandits attacked Kasuwan Daji market in Niger State, killing 30 villagers and kidnapping scores. Police confirm joint security rescue efforts are underway.
Armed terrorists attacked Kasuwan Daji market in Niger State, killing 30 people, kidnapping several, and setting the market ablaze. Read details of the tragic assault and police response.
House Committee insists NDDC's N1.75 trillion 2025 budget must bring tangible development to Niger Delta communities. Chairman Ibori-Suenu vows rigorous oversight for accountability.
Former Minister Oby Ezekwesili criticizes the Tinubu administration for negotiating with bandits instead of defeating them. She calls for transparency and an end to the 'abduction industry'. Read her full analysis.
Minister commends President Tinubu's leadership in securing freedom for all 280 abducted pupils and staff of St. Mary's School in Niger State after a month-long ordeal. Read the full story.
Relief and grief in Ibeto as 17 residents, including a lawyer, are freed after 86 days in bandit captivity. One victim did not survive. Read the full story.
Niger State Police rescue two women kidnapped in Abuja, found abandoned on Abuja-Kaduna expressway. Victims sprayed with chemical, robbed after ransom failed. Full story.
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
A Police Inspector attached to Niger State Government House has reportedly died in detention after arrest for alleged arms dealing with bandits. This is the second such incident in a week.
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.
Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, received 130 rescued pupils and teachers from St. Mary's school. The children were freed in a joint security operation. Read the full story of their safe return.
The final 130 children from the St. Mary's school mass abduction have been handed over to authorities. Read the full details on the rescue and Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun commends President Bola Tinubu for the safe release of all 230 abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. Read how this marks a victory against insecurity.
The final group of pupils and teachers abducted from St. Mary's school in Niger State have been released. Read the full story of their rescue and reunion with families.
Nigerian authorities secure release of 130 Catholic schoolchildren kidnapped in November. All captives now free, ending a weeks-long crisis that revived memories of Chibok.
The final group of 130 kidnapped pupils from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State have been freed. Authorities credit sustained security pressure for the successful release. Read the full details.
PINL security firm provides free medical outreach and palliatives to over 800 persons in Bayelsa host communities. The initiative aims to secure pipelines and mitigate flooding impacts. Read more.
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disengages 30 aides to reorganise his administration for efficiency under the New Niger agenda. Read details of the strategic shake-up.
Niger State Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago appeals for prayers for the safe return of the remaining abducted pupils of St Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. He made the call at a dinner with journalists.
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.