Army Intercepts Drug Truck on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road
The Nigerian Army intercepted a truck carrying illicit drugs on the Lagos-Calabar coastal road, arresting two suspects and recovering large quantities of substances.
Category : Security
US Releases Names, Photos of 9 South Africans for Deportation
The US government updated its deportation registry, identifying nine South African nationals convicted of serious crimes, including sexual abuse, drug offenses, and assault, who are now prioritized for removal.
Nigeria Releases 23 Visa Classes for Foreigners: Full List
Nigeria's Immigration Service has released 23 visa categories for foreigners, including embassy and e-Visa options, covering business, tourism, medical, and more.
NDLEA Arrests South African Woman With 5.75kg Heroin
The NDLEA arrested a South African woman at Abuja airport with 5.75kg of heroin concealed in her luggage, marking a major drug bust.
FG Releases Footage of Oyo Schoolchildren Rescue
The Federal Government has released footage of the joint operation that rescued abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo state after a nearly two-month ordeal, sparking public reactions.
Five ECWA Women Die in Kaduna Road Accident
Five female members of ECWA Wuse II, Abuja, died in a road accident on July 10, 2026, while traveling to Samaru Kataf, Kaduna, for a burial. Several others were injured.
Bandits abduct FRSC commander corpse, demand N450m ransom
Gunmen kidnapped the remains of a late FRSC Deputy Corps Commander and nine mourners in Kogi, demanding N450 million ransom. The corpse was later abandoned and buried.
Police arrest 80-year-old, 7 others over Benue MACBAN killing
Benue police arrest seven more suspects, including an 80-year-old man, in the killing of MACBAN chairman Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed and Yakubu Isa, bringing total arrests to 17.
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Video shows arrested terrorists in Oyo school rescue operation
A viral video captures the immense relief of the rescued Oyo schoolchildren and teachers after a joint security task force successfully dismantled an Ansaru terrorist cell.
Egyptian Hackers Breach Argentina FA Over World Cup Referee Row
Argentina's football federation says one of its email accounts was accessed without authorisation, likely by Egyptian hackers, amid fallout from Egypt's World Cup exit.
DSS Told to Probe Yahaya Bello Over Political Criminals Remarks
An advocacy group has called on President Tinubu and security agencies to investigate former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello over alleged remarks targeting opposition figures as 'political criminals'.
Lt. Isaac Dies Rescuing 44 Abducted Oyo Schoolchildren
Lt. Felix Isaac, 28, died during the operation that freed 44 pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire LGA. He was buried on July 10, the day hostages returned after 56 days.
Lecturer flogged by husband of student he harassed
A lecturer was publicly flogged by the husband of a married female student who accused him of sexual harassment and demanding sex for grades.
Mass Kidnappings Shape Re-elections of Jonathan, Buhari, Tinubu
Coordinated school abductions in Oyo and Borno raise security questions ahead of 2027 elections, echoing patterns seen under Jonathan and Buhari.
UK Full List of Countries Needing Visa for 6-Month Stay
The UK Home Office updated visa rules on July 1, listing over 100 countries including Nigeria, Ghana, India, and China whose nationals need entry clearance for visits under six months.
FIFA President Mourns South Africa Star Jayden Adams at 25
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has paid tribute to Jayden Adams, the South African midfielder who died at 25 weeks after playing at the 2026 World Cup.
Man Arrested for Staging Own Kidnap in Ondo, Collects N50,000
Ondo police arrested Olawale Sikiru for staging his own kidnap with accomplice Agbelusi Ayomide, collecting N50,000 ransom from his family in Akure.
Niece Mourns Oyo Teacher Killed by Bandits as Other Victims Freed
The niece of the only teacher killed in the Oyo kidnapping incident mourns her uncle as the remaining victims regain freedom, expressing mixed emotions of joy for others and permanent loss for her family.
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Meet the soldiers who rescued Oyo pupils after 56 days
After 56 days, 39 pupils and 7 teachers abducted in Oyo State were rescued in a joint security operation led by Maj. Gen. Chinedu Nnebeife, with multiple personnel killed.
CSOs Allege Political Witch-Hunt Over Uche Nnaji's Detention
Civil society groups accuse ICPC of politically targeting former minister Uche Nnaji to derail his 2027 Enugu governorship bid, demand his immediate release, and threaten nationwide protests.
US Names 5 Nigerian Yahoo Boys for Deportation, One on Forbes
The US Department of Homeland Security has listed five notorious Nigerian cyber fraudsters for deportation, including a former Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree.
Army Rescues Abducted Victims in Oyo, Residents Cheer
Nigerian Army troops rescued abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, receiving a rousing welcome from residents. A nighttime video of the convoy drew emotional reactions and praise online.
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Nigerian Students Shut Down MTN HQ Over Xenophobia
Hundreds of university students in Abuja shut down MTN headquarters, blocked roads, and confronted police to protest alleged xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa.
Taylor Swift Pays $160,000 for NY Wedding Permit
Taylor Swift paid $160,000 for a New York City permit to hold her wedding with Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden, Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed Friday.
Army Names General Who Led Rescue of 46 Oyo Victims
Maj. Gen. Chinedu Nnebeife led a month-long intelligence operation that freed 39 pupils and 7 teachers in Oyo State without ransom, with eight suspects arrested.
Man Reacts to Rescue of Oyo Pupils, Teachers from Kidnappers
A Nigerian man on X expresses joy after children and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State were rescued, saying they endured unimaginable hardship.
Japan Bans 8 Items From Entry: Narcotics, Guns, Explosives
Japan's customs authority released a list of 8 prohibited items for 2026, including narcotics, firearms, explosives, counterfeit currency, and child pornography.
US Publishes 28 Nigerian Yahoo Boys for Deportation
The US DHS updated its 'Worst of the Worst' portal with names and photos of 28 Nigerian cybercriminals convicted of fraud, including BEC and pandemic relief scams, set for deportation.
Lagos APM Candidate Adeoye Praises Makinde for Rescue of Schoolchildren
Prince Laja Adeoye, APM governorship candidate in Lagos, praised Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde for the safe rescue of abducted schoolchildren and teachers, lauding his no-ransom policy.
Reps Member Urges Tinubu to Suspend NYSC Reforms, Cites Unity Risk
Hon. Philip Agbese warns that FEC-approved NYSC reforms, including civilian leadership and Adire uniform, threaten national unity and urges President Tinubu to suspend implementation.
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