Man Arrested for Dumping Murdered Lady's Body in Ajah Canal
Lagos police arrest suspect for allegedly killing a woman and dumping her body in an Ajah canal. The case has been transferred to SCID for investigation.
Category : Security
Lagos Police Prevent NURTW Clash After Ajiboye Killing
Lagos police commissioner Fatai Tijani announces measures to stop clashes among NURTW members following the murder of union secretary Toba Ajiboye, warns against reprisal attacks.
Uganda Bus Crash Kills 20 Schoolchildren and Founder
At least 20 schoolchildren and one adult died after a bus from King David Junior School crashed on Chekwatit Hill in eastern Uganda. The founder Tadeo Ssekade was among the dead. Dozens were injured.
Autopsy Can't Bring Back My Daughter, Says Mary's Father
Jaba LG chair Larai Sylvia Ishaku reveals Mary Habila's father declined autopsy, saying no medical exam can revive her, and appealed for her remains' release for burial.
Nurse Mary Habila's Last Words Before Death at Umahi's Home
Minister David Umahi reveals nurse Mary Habila pleaded 'don't cut the call' before dying at his guest house. He paid N2.2m for her treatment and urges autopsy despite family objections.
Senate Proposes N50,000 Fine for Bus Preaching and Hawking
The Nigerian Senate has approved a bill proposing a N50,000 fine for preaching, hawking, or trading in commercial buses. President Tinubu's assent is awaited for the law to take effect.
DSS rescues two abducted children in Kwara, kills two
Two abducted children in Kwara State have been rescued by DSS and security operatives. Two kidnappers were killed, others fled with injuries.
Kogi Rescues Kidnapped NECO Official, Students, Others
Kogi state government announces successful rescue of four kidnapped persons, including a NECO official, following a coordinated security operation ordered by Governor Ahmed Ododo.
Cybersecurity: The New Capital of Modern Banking
Cybersecurity has become the new capital of modern banking, with financial institutions investing heavily to protect assets and maintain trust in the digital age.
Oyo Crisis: Nigeria's Emerging Security Doctrine Lessons
The Oyo crisis reveals Nigeria's shift to a decentralized, community-based security doctrine, moving from police primacy to multi-layered responses.
Court grants ex-Taraba governor Ishaku permission to travel to Dubai for surgery
The FCT High Court in Abuja has granted former Taraba State Governor Darius Ishaku permission to travel to Dubai for spine surgery, with the EFCC not objecting to the application.
Lagos to sue X user over fake flood video from Bangladesh
Lagos State will prosecute X user Enugu Loudmouth for sharing a flood video falsely claiming it was in Lagos, which was actually from Bangladesh.
Lagos Police Dismantle Fraud Syndicate Using Dud Cheques
The Lagos State Police Command has dismantled a syndicate that defrauded vehicle dealers using dud and post-dated cheques, arresting key members and recovering seven vehicles.
44 rescued Oyo school kidnap victims reunite with families
44 pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State reunite with families after 56 days in captivity, following discharge from LAUTECH Teaching Hospital on Tuesday.
Oyo Assembly Backs UN Probe into School Abductions
Oyo State House of Assembly supports Governor Makinde's call for an independent international investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers, despite Senate opposition.
Court remands journalist Stanley Ugagbe over cyberstalking charges
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the remand of journalist Stanley Ugagbe on charges of conspiracy and cyberstalking, with bail hearing set for September.
US Reimposes Iran Port Blockade, Iran Strikes Eight US Bases
The US reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports, prompting Iran to strike eight US bases. The IRGC threatens to halt all energy exports from the Middle East.
Osun Police Confirm Arrest of Fake Council DG Adeyemi
Osun police confirm arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi, alleged fake PFIPC director-general, by FID-IRT operatives from Abuja following court order.
Gunmen abduct principal, NECO official, four students in Kogi
Gunmen abducted a school principal, a NECO official, and four students during an exam in Kogi State. One student has been rescued, and security forces are searching for the remaining victims.
FCT High Court Grants N100m Bail to Ex-CCT Chairman Umar
The FCT High Court granted N100 million bail to former CCT chairman Danladi Umar, who faces EFCC charges of receiving N15 million gratification from tribunal contractors.
46983 Registered Voters Displaced in Plateau, INEC Maps Strategy
INEC says 46,983 registered voters in Plateau State have been displaced due to attacks, prompting a special voting strategy to ensure their participation in the 2023 elections.
Abia Secures Convictions of Two Child Molesters
Abia State has secured convictions of two child molesters, with one sentenced to life imprisonment for defiling a minor and another to 14 years for sexual assault.
Police Arrest Man with Gun Along Enugu-Port Harcourt Highway
Police in Enugu arrested a man with a gun during a stop-and-search on the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway. The suspect, a 30-year-old from Ebonyi, could not produce a licence.
Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Armed Robbery, Cultism
Police in Akwa Ibom arrested four suspects for alleged armed robbery and cultism, recovering a pistol, cartridges, phone, and cash.
FCTA Confirms 8 Rabies Cases, 2 Deaths; Urges Pet Vaccination
The FCT Administration confirms eight rabies cases and two deaths in Gwagwalada and Kwali. Residents urged to vaccinate pets and report bites immediately.
Alleged N36m Fraud: Court Adjourns Blessing CEO Trial
A Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned the trial of Blessing CEO, a socialite accused of defrauding a woman of N36 million, to March 2025.
Kogi launches rescue op for abducted school principal, students
Kogi State Government has launched a multi-agency security operation to rescue four persons abducted from Government Secondary School, Olowa, during NECO exams. One victim has been rescued.
Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro Faults State Police Proposal
Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro opposes state police, arguing governors seek personal gain and cannot fund it, citing unpaid N15,000 stipends in Benue.
EFCC returns house, SUV to Australian romance scam victim
The EFCC handed over a house, SUV, jewelry, and iPhone to an Australian woman defrauded by her husband in a romance scam, following a court forfeiture order.
Oriire Abduction: Now It's Time to Count the Chicks
The abduction of 87 people in Oriire, Oyo State, highlights Nigeria's worsening security crisis. The author calls for accountability and effective action.
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