Thugs Attack NDC Supporters Twice in Enugu, Video Trends
Suspected thugs attacked NDC supporters at Akanu Ibiam Airport and the party secretariat in Enugu on Saturday, with sporadic gunshots and a plank attack caught on video.
Category : Security
Adamawa APC Council Chairman Yahaya Saidu Dies, Fintiri Mourns
Dr. Yahaya Saidu, APC Executive Chairman of Fufore LGA in Adamawa, died October 10, 2026. Governor Fintiri and Rep. Wakili expressed shock and condolences.
6-Year-Old Shoots Teacher, Curses at Police in Bodycam Footage
Newly released bodycam footage shows a six-year-old boy cursing at police and admitting he stole his mother's gun before shooting teacher Abby Zwerner at Richneck Elementary School in Virginia.
Families of NAF Crash Victims Await Remains as Recovery Continues
Families of civilians killed in the October 5 NAF ATR-42 crash in Ondo State still await remains; recovery of black box continues.
Fresh ₦120m ransom demand after third CRIN kidnapping sparks protest
Workers at Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria protested after a third kidnapping since March. Gunmen abducted two staff and a resident, demanding ₦120 million ransom.
FCT Police Arrest Woman for Killing Newborn with Razor Blade
FCT Police arrested 27-year-old Precious Yohanna for allegedly killing her newborn son with a razor blade in Abuja. She reportedly cited hatred for the baby's father.
Court Orders Arrest of Okorocha, Araraume Over APC Forgery
A Senior Magistrate Court in Abuja issued bench warrants for Rochas Okorocha and Ifeanyi Araraume over alleged forgery of APC primary results, while INEC disowned a document Okorocha circulated claiming victory.
PDP Chieftain Mourns Kogi Councillor Rosemary Adukwu After Abduction Death
Michael Idoko, PDP candidate for Ogugu State Constituency, mourns councillor Rosemary Adukwu, who died after abduction in Kogi, urging investigation and justice.
NAF Begins Black Box Search After ATR-42 Crash in Ondo
Nigerian Air Force starts recovery of flight data and cockpit voice recorders from ATR-42 crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as Navy deploys sonar to aid search in murky swamp.
MultiChoice Removes Five Channels From DStv Add Indian Package
MultiChoice will remove SET Asia, Zee TV, SET Max, Zee Cinema and WION from DStv's Add Indian package by October 31, 2026, leaving three channels, and hints at reduced-price offer.
Anambra Building Collapse Kills Mother, Daughter, 14
A mother and her 14-year-old daughter died when a three-storey building under construction collapsed onto their home in Ogbaru LGA, Anambra State, on Tuesday night.
Gunmen Kill Police Officer in Plateau State Ambush
Gunmen killed a police officer riding to his duty post along Kwi-Beco road in Plateau State on October 8, 2026, taking his motorcycle. The Berom Youth Moulders-Association condemned the attack and raised safety concerns.
Police foil plot to kidnap Abuja prophetess after testimony
Police arrested four suspects, including the victim's driver, over an alleged plot to kidnap an Abuja prophetess after she shared her success testimony in church.
Kogi Councillor Dies After Days in Captivity
Hon. Rosemary Aduku, councillor for Ogugu Ward III in Kogi State, has died after several days in captivity. Chairman Dr Ameh Williams confirmed her death on Friday, October 9, 2026.
VIO Officer Dies After Truck Crushes Him in Akure, Ondo
A Vehicle Inspection Officer died after a truck crushed him along Hospital Road in Akure, Ondo State. Colleagues were seen in panic as residents gathered at the scene.
Gunmen Abduct 3, Including 2 CRIN Staff, Demand N120m in Ibadan
Gunmen kidnapped two Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria staff and one other in Ibadan, demanding N120 million ransom. Police have launched a manhunt.
Nigerian lecturer escapes kidnappers, abducted again by another gang
Veritas University lecturer Izuchukwu Anyanwu escaped kidnappers in January 2024 after months in captivity, only to be seized by another gang. He was released on his daughter's first birthday, but his ordeal left deep physical and psychological scars, wit
MTN Nigeria Subscribers Demand Compensation After Five-Hour Outage
MTN Nigeria subscribers in five states and the FCT faced over five hours of network disruption, prompting demands for compensation and service restoration updates.
Driver Survives Train Crash at Lagos PWD Railway Crossing
A 55-year-old driver escaped without injury after a train crushed his Honda at PWD railway crossing in Lagos. LASTMA confirmed the incident.
Asaba Massacre: 59 Years On, Remembering the 'One Nigeria' Tragedy
On October 7, 1967, Nigerian federal troops killed hundreds of Asaba residents who marched in white to proclaim 'One Nigeria.' Here's what happened, 59 years later.
13-year-old Christiana Igbokwe nominated for 2026 Peace Prize
Thirteen-year-old Christiana Igbokwe, granddaughter of Christy Essien-Igbokwe, is nominated for the International Children's Peace Prize 2026 for her advocacy in children's rights, education, and digital safety.
US to Execute Fort Hood Shooter by Firing Squad in Historic First
The US military will publicly execute Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan by firing squad on December 3, marking the first military firing squad execution since World War II.
Man cloned prophet's Facebook page, police say he took ₦18m
Ogun State police arrested Adewale Arojah for cloning Prophet Muyiwa Akogun's Facebook page and allegedly collecting over ₦18 million from victims in Nigeria and abroad through fake prophecies and prayer services.
Nine-year-old arrested for setting house ablaze, killing four in Yobe
A nine-year-old boy in Yobe State allegedly set his family home on fire after his father beat him over a stolen chicken, killing two stepmothers and two siblings.
NLC Gives FG 2-Week Ultimatum Over Petrol Price, Minimum Wage
The Nigeria Labour Congress has issued a two-week ultimatum to the federal government to reduce petrol prices and reopen minimum wage negotiations, following a joint NEC and CWC meeting in Abuja.
Charity Nye: Unverified Daughter of Bill Nye and Blair Tindall
Charity Nye is alleged to be Bill Nye's daughter, but no evidence confirms her existence. Bill Nye has stated he has no children, citing his family's history of ataxia.
NDIC Pays N1.48bn to 10,312 Depositors of 47 Closed MFBs
The NDIC has paid N1.48 billion to 10,312 depositors of 47 closed microfinance banks as of July 31, 2026, using BVN validation to speed up claims.
Prof. Sobowale, Renowned Communication Scholar, Dies at 85
Professor Idowu Akanbi Sobowale, a prominent Nigerian communication scholar, died Thursday at 85. His passing is a major loss to the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals in Nigeria, according to a family statement.
Bandit Kingpin Kachalla Mu'azu Killed in Zamfara Ambush
Bandit kingpin Kachalla Mu'azu and six gang members were killed in an ambush by a rival armed group in Gusau LGA, Zamfara State, on October 7, 2026.
US proposes $70,000 fee for international students' work permits
The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed a $70,000 fee for international students seeking post-study work permits under the Optional Practical Training program, with a $30,000 extension fee, sparking legal challenges.
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