Troops arrest suspected ISWAP informant in Borno
Troops of the 149 Battalion and CJTF arrested a suspected ISWAP informant in Gubio, Borno. The suspect confessed to leading the June 16 attack that killed a CJTF member.
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Akpabio Teases Oshiomhole Over Viral Video in Senate
Senate President Akpabio joked about the viral video showing Senator Oshiomhole massaging a woman's leg, revealing the Senate initially dismissed it as AI-generated.
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Nurse's death at Umahi's home: Police insist on autopsy
Ebonyi Police insist on an autopsy for nurse Mary Habila, found dead at Minister David Umahi's residence, despite her family's refusal. Investigation ongoing.
Umahi demands autopsy on nurse who died at his residence
Minister of Works David Umahi formally requests an autopsy on nurse Mary Habila, who died at his Ebonyi residence on June 27, to determine the cause of death.
Kano govt arraigns man for killing wife, setting house ablaze
Kano State Government arraigned Ali Sulaiman Adam for allegedly murdering his wife Maryam Nababa Badamasi and setting their room on fire, just two months after their wedding. He pleaded not guilty.
Umahi speaks on death of female staff in his apartment
Minister Dave Umahi addresses controversy after female staff Mary Habila died at his Ebonyi residence, denies wrongdoing, orders autopsy.
Man Sues Rich Wife Over Refusal to Pay Daughter's Hospital Bill
A Nigerian man took his wife to court after she refused to pay their daughter's N24,000 hospital bill despite having over N600,000 in her account, sparking online debate.
Ebonyi Police Insist on Autopsy Despite Family Opposition
Ebonyi Police confirm Mary Habila's family opposes autopsy, but police insist it's vital to determine cause of death. Funeral set for July 17, 2026.
Troops raid Lagos hideout, arrest 24 foreign nationals
Troops of 65 Battalion raided a hideout in Epe, Lagos, arresting 24 foreign nationals from six West and Central African countries, handing them to Immigration for investigation.
UK sanctions 11 over Sudan gold networks funding civil war
Britain imposed sanctions on 11 individuals and entities accused of financing Sudan's civil war through illicit gold trading, targeting both the SAF and RSF.
NCAA bans American pilot from Nigerian airspace after Asaba incident
NCAA has barred the American pilot involved in the June 10 Asaba Airport incident from Nigerian airspace and suspended the First Officer pending investigations.
Dancing Video of Favour Agbro Before Her Death Goes Viral
A dancing video of Favour Agbro, 20, has resurfaced online after her alleged suicide following sexual assault by Odogwu Asaba. Delta Police arrested him.
British mother on the run with abducted sons in UK
Nishika Samaratunga, 34, abducted her two sons from their father Ben Baier in March 2025. The boys, both autistic, are believed to be in imminent danger, and a US judge has authorized law enforcement to take custody.
Algiers Foster Care Fire Kills 11 Amid Heatwave Crisis
Eleven people died and 19 were injured in a fire at a foster care facility in Algiers. The blaze occurred amid a severe heatwave and widespread wildfires across Algeria.
Ebola Spreading Faster in Congo Than Any Previous Outbreak
WHO warns Ebola in DRC is spreading faster than any prior outbreak, with over 2,000 cases in two months, 796 deaths, and no approved vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain.
CBN to Monitor BDC Forex Purchases via FXBT Portal
The Central Bank of Nigeria will monitor BDC forex purchases through a new FXBT portal, enhancing transparency and tracking in the foreign exchange market.
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Bandits abduct principal, supervisor, students during NECO exam (16.07.2026)
Bandits attacked Government Secondary School, Odo-Ekina in Kogi State during NECO exams, abducting the principal, a NECO official, and four students. One student has been rescued.
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Oshiomhole confronts NNPC over 'secrets' in Senate probe
Senator Adams Oshiomhole challenged NNPC officials during a Senate hearing, insisting the state-owned company cannot keep secrets from Nigerians and must be fully accountable.
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Oyo pupil vows return to school after 56 days in captivity
15-year-old Bello Hassan, kidnapped from school in Oyo State, spent 56 days in bandit captivity but says he is not afraid and will continue his education.
NYSC Accident Survivor Recounts Paralysis, Won't Let Children Serve
Eniola Amusan, sole survivor of a fatal road accident during NYSC in 2021, shares her paralysis ordeal and determination to walk again, vowing never to let her children serve.
Lady Accuses IT Boss of Harassment: 'I Took You Like an Uncle'
A Nigerian lady, Stephee, shared WhatsApp chats with her IT supervisor who persistently made advances. She revealed she played oblivious to avoid jeopardizing her internship, but he continued pressuring her.
Mozambique Blocks 6 Countries from eVisa System in 2026
Mozambique's National Immigration Service has barred Pakistan, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Nepal, and Somalia from using its eVisa portal in 2026, requiring embassy applications instead.
11 children killed in orphanage fire in Algeria, 19 injured
At least 11 people, mostly children, died and 19 were injured in a pre-dawn fire at an orphanage in Algiers. The blaze broke out around 3 a.m. in Mohammadia suburb, with firefighters rescuing five children. President Tebboune expressed condolences.
Lawyer quits case after client admits defiling child
Nigerian lawyer Francis Paul Chukuwuma withdrew from a child defilement case after discovering his client was guilty, stating he cannot defend rape or sexual offenses.
Father of deceased Mary Habila rejects autopsy, withdraws from probe
Tanko Habila Wisdom, father of late Mary Habila, has rejected police autopsy plans and withdrawn from the investigation, requesting her body be released for burial without further medical procedures.
Life Imprisonment for Friend's Murder at Abuja Birthday Party
FCT High Court sentences Ekang Philip Bassey to life imprisonment for culpable homicide of his friend Emeka Nnonifu during a birthday party at a hotel in Kubwa, Abuja on 6 January 2024.
Gbajabiamila Sues PFIPC’s Adeyemi for N15bn Defamation
Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, has filed a N15 billion defamation suit against PFIPC DG Adeniyi Adeyemi, seeking N10bn general and N5bn aggravated damages.
Adamawa Varsity Lecturer Dies on Kaduna Road
Dr Simon Stephen Mshelia of the Federal University of Agriculture Mubi collapsed and died on Kachia Road Kaduna after visiting his construction site on July 13 2026.
Suspected ISWAP member surrenders in Borno, admits attacks
A suspected ISWAP member surrendered to troops in Konduga, Borno, confessing to participating in three attacks and dumping his AK-47 rifle.
Anita Baaki recounts Mary Habila's final moments at Umahi's home
Anita Baaki, a physiotherapist, has narrated the events leading to Mary Habila's death at Minister David Umahi's home in a sworn affidavit filed at Ebonyi State High Court.
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