A senior aide to Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has accused the PDP of spreading dangerous misinformation on insecurity. The opposition party refutes the claims, alleging government links to suspects. ONSA clarifies arms distribution policy.
A minor disagreement over sachet water for ablution in Minna turned fatal, leaving one dead. Angry youths demand justice. Read the full story.
The Maraba community in Kano grieves the brutal killing of Imam Ladan Zubairu, a kind and peaceful cleric, after Fajr prayer. The suspected attacker was killed by a mob.
The Nigerian Army and Lilu community leaders deny soldiers killed a youth found dead in Anambra bush. The victim was earlier arrested by vigilantes over gun-making allegations. Read the full details.
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.
Residents of Rini village, Zamfara, captured and lynched a bandit after a failed kidnapping operation. Security analyst confirms the incident. Read the full story.
Amangwo Umuigu community in Abia is in mourning after the headless body of 25-year-old Solomon Ikoku was found. Six vigilante members arrested as police investigate the shocking murder. Read the full story.
Uzo-Uwani LGA Chairman Chijioke Ezugwu launches Operation Kwechiri, deploys 320 vigilantes, 4 vehicles, and 25 motorcycles to combat crime. Read about the new security strategy.
A man was brutally murdered inside his vehicle in Maiduguri. Police are investigating the gruesome killing and seeking the victim's family. Read the latest details.
Victor Fajemirokun narrates how he conspired with herbalists to kill his girlfriend, an FRSC officer, and her 12-year-old daughter in a suspected ritual murder in Osun state. Read the chilling details.
Two suspected robbers were set on fire by an angry mob in Gboko, Benue State. The incident occurred near a school complex. Police are investigating. Read full details.
The Ojibara of Bayagan, Alhaji Kamilu Salami, regains freedom after vigilantes attack kidnappers' hideout in Kwara forest. Read the full story of his escape.
A Muslim father and his two sons face trial for drowning their 18-year-old daughter/sister, Ryan Al Najjar, over her 'Western behaviour'. The father fled to Syria. Verdict expected in 2026.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo praises President Tinubu for security improvements in Southeast Nigeria, warns of potential ISWAP incursions, and calls for local vigilante groups across 95 councils.
Delta Police arrest security guard, launch manhunt for principal suspect in retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu's murder. Call emergency numbers with information.
The Church of Nigeria condemns the murder of Venerable Edwin Achi and demands the release of his kidnapped wife and daughter. Urgent action against insecurity is needed.
President Trump reveals his administration may deport the family of Afghan refugee Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused of killing National Guard soldier Sarah Beckstrom in Washington DC.
A University of Port Harcourt student has been sentenced to death for the murder and dismemberment of his girlfriend. Justice delivered in Rivers State High Court.
Bandits murder palm wine tapper in Delta after family offered only ₦10,000 ransom. Nigerians react with anger as insecurity crisis deepens. Read full story.
Shocking murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Asaba. Security guard disappears after incident. Police investigation underway. Read latest developments.
Former Sports Minister Solomon Dalung recounts chilling TikTok encounter with bandit who justifies killings. Bandit reveals readiness for negotiations amid security crisis.
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.
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.
South African businessman Rameez Patel found guilty of murdering his wife Fatima in 2015 after blaming intruders. Case involved witness drama and other family murders. Read the full story.
Suspected bandits invaded Aiyetoro Kiri in Kogi State, killing two residents. Local vigilantes prevented mass abduction of students. Security operations intensified.
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.
Four tenants killed, five injured in violent land clash at Asaba-Benin Expressway. Armed vigilantes opened fire during attempted eviction. Read full details of the tragedy.
Former Kano governorship candidate Salihu Tanko-Yakassai condemns Southern Nigerians for selective condemnation of jungle justice, highlighting violent incidents across regions.
Victor Fajemirokun, wanted for the murder of FRSC officer Lasisi Funmilayo and her daughter, has been arrested in Ghana. Read the full story of the investigation and extradition process.
Peter Obi questions Nigeria's leadership failure amid multiple kidnappings and attacks. Read his strong condemnation of the security situation and institutional decline.