Blogger remanded in Kuje prison for defaming CBN deputy governor
A Federal High Court in Abuja ordered blogger Stanley Ugagbe remanded in Kuje Prison for allegedly cyberstalking and defaming CBN Deputy Governor Emem Usoro.
Category : Security
Kano Police Arrest Suspect with Arms and Military Gear for Bandits
Kano police arrested Mohammed Isah Haruna, 28, with AK-47 magazine, 109 rounds, and military uniforms, allegedly delivering to bandits in Bichi LGA.
Babatunde Larinde: First Politician Tried for Certificate Forgery
Babatunde Larinde, a former Lagos council chairman, is believed to be the first Nigerian politician prosecuted for certificate forgery, highlighting a long-standing issue in Nigeria.
Ukraine Visa-Free Entry List 2026: No African Country Included
Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs published its visa-free entry list for 2026, covering dozens of countries but excluding all African nations. Nigerians and other African passport holders must apply for a visa.
Edo Police Rescue 3 AAU Students, Kill 1 Kidnapper
Edo Police rescued three kidnapped AAU students, killed one suspect, and arrested another after a gun battle in Erah Forest. One student died during the attack.
Gunmen kill NURTW organising secretary in Lagos
Toba Ajiboye, NURTW organising secretary in Lagos, was shot dead by gunmen on Ikorodu Road on Sunday night. Sources say he and others sustained bullet wounds.
Troops rescue seven kidnapped travellers in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace rescued seven kidnapped travellers, including a police officer, along a highway in Riyom LGA, Plateau State, after a swift response to a kidnapping incident.
Fake PFIPC DG Adeniyi Adeyemi Arrested in Abuja
Adeniyi Adeyemi, who falsely claimed to be Director-General of the non-existent PFIPC, was arrested after a Federal High Court judge issued a warrant for his failure to appear for arraignment on forgery and fraud charges.
Nigerian Woman in UK Dies by Suicide After Mental Health Struggles
A UK coroner ruled that 27-year-old Nigerian Beatrice Solomon died by suicide. She had moved to Stoke-on-Trent on a skilled worker visa and struggled with mental health for a year.
NSCDC Mining Marshals Arrest 671 Illegal Miners
NSCDC's Mining Marshals have arrested 671 illegal miners since 2024, with 397 charged in court and convictions secured, as mining revenue surged 337% to ₦70 billion.
Senator Natasha Urges Trauma Counselling for Rescued Oyo Pupils
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan calls for psychological support for 39 rescued pupils and teachers after 56 days in captivity in Oyo state, as Senate adopts motion commending security forces.
7 African Countries With Visa-Free Access to Algeria 2026
Algeria grants visa-free entry to citizens of only seven African nations in 2026. Nationals of Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and others must apply for a visa beforehand.
Police Arrest Fake PFIPC Director General
The Nigeria Police Force arrested Adeniyi Adeyemi for impersonating the Director General of the PFIPC, seizing a vehicle and documents.
UAE Releases 2026 Visa List: 107 Countries Require Entry Visa
The UAE updated its visa requirements list, naming 107 countries whose citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to the Emirates, effective 2026.
Taiwan 90-Day Visa-Free Entry: Only One African Country Qualifies
Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs has confirmed that only Eswatini among African nations qualifies for its 90-day visa-free entry program in 2026, based on diplomatic ties.
Abia Secures Conviction of Two Child Sex Offenders
Abia State secures 10-year and 30-year sentences for two men convicted of defiling girls aged 5 and 13, marking a milestone in the fight against sexual violence.
Police Arrest Adeniyi Adeyemi Over Fake Agency Scandal
Nigerian Police have arrested Adeniyi Adeyemi, who allegedly posed as DG of the fictitious PFIPC, following a court order and presidency disownment.
NURTW Lagos Official Toba Ajiboye Killed in Ambush
Toba Ajiboye, Organising Secretary of NURTW Lagos State Council, was killed after gunmen ambushed his vehicle on Ikorodu Road on Sunday night. NURTW chairman Sego mourns him.
Babysitter charged with sexually assaulting boy after bathroom video
Victoria Anne Cranmer, 25, was charged with child sexual abuse after a 14-second Snapchat video showed her assaulting a young boy in a bathroom in New Jersey.
Newlywed Stabbed to Death One Month After Wedding in Delta
Adaigbe Esther, a newlywed, was stabbed to death on her way to morning Mass in Delta State, just one month after her wedding in June 2026.
Foreign ISIS Arab Arrested in Borno After Failed Attack
Troops arrested a foreign ISIS suspect of Moroccan origin in Borno after repelling an ISWAP attack on Cross Kauwa, recovering a camcorder that led to his identification.
Lady Confronts Man Over Advances to 13-Year-Old Sister
A lady confronts a man who allegedly told her 13-year-old sister he liked her, questioning his intentions and warning him against further advances.
Five Band Members Die in Bahamas Plane Crash
Five members of Da Pond Band were among 10 killed in a Bahamas plane crash. Flamingo Air suspended flights after the disaster and a separate fire incident.
Arrest Warrant Issued Against Adeniyi Adeyemi Over Fake PFIPC Scheme
A Federal High Court in Abuja issued an arrest warrant against Adeniyi Adeyemi for alleged involvement in a fake PFIPC scheme, following a motion by the ICPC.
Missing Kwara Farmer Found Dead in Bush, Family Seeks Justice
The family of a missing farmer allegedly murdered near his farm in Kwara appeals to security agencies to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
DJ Chicken's Sister Pleads for Brother's Release
In an emotional video, DJ Chicken's sister appeals to Seyi Tinubu and Nigerians to intervene for her brother's detention release, saying they have no other family.
Man caught with vacuum near Disney World
Kevin Westerhold, 51, pleaded no contest to indecent exposure after using a vacuum cleaner for sexual gratification near Disney World. He received 12 months probation.
Headless body found on UNIJOS farmland
A headless body of a middle-aged man was discovered on a farmland at the University of Jos permanent site on July 14, 2026. The victim, a local farmer, was not affiliated with the university.
Court Orders Arrest of Fake Agency Suspect After No-Show
Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi for failing to appear for arraignment on charges of forgery, fraud, and impersonation related to a fake government agency.
Naked Man Tries to Kidnap 7-Year-Old at Portland Park
A naked man, Daniel Vasey, 31, allegedly attempted to kidnap a 7-year-old girl from her mother at Tom McCall Waterfront in Portland, Oregon, on July 10, 2026.
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