Oyo Abduction: 8 Kidnappers Arrested, Many Killed, Presidency Reveals
Eight kidnappers arrested, many killed in rescue of Oyo schoolchildren; no concessions made, presidency confirms. Kingpin remains under prosecution.
Category : Security
Indian man gets death for killing toddler to marry mother
An Indian court sentenced Viraj to death for murdering 18-month-old Aarav, whom he saw as an obstacle to marrying the child's mother. The trial concluded in 40 days.
Nigerian man arrested for touting in Japan's Kabukicho
Tokyo police arrested Nwadiukwu Sylvester Ikenna, 53, for persistent touting in Kabukicho. He admitted soliciting and receiving part of payments, as tourist complaints surge.
Man Who Severed Penis and Set It on Fire Released on Bail
Christopher Peden, 43, accused of cutting off his own penis and setting it on fire, has been released on a $10,000 bond in Indiana on felony arson charges.
Oyo abduction: 8 kidnappers arrested, others killed
Eight kidnappers arrested, others neutralized in Oyo abduction rescue. Presidency confirms no concessions made to terrorists.
Zambian VP Unhurt in Helicopter Crash
Zambian Vice-President Mutale Nalumango and seven others escaped unharmed after a military helicopter crashed shortly after take-off in Nakonde District.
Gowon, Ex-Presidents Urged to Meet Tinubu Over NYSC Reforms
NAD calls on General Gowon and former presidents to engage President Tinubu over NYSC reforms, warning changes could undermine national unity.
Oyo Abducted Pupils, Teachers Freed After 50 Days
After over 50 days in captivity, all pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oyo state on May 15 have been rescued by security agencies, according to presidential aide Bayo Onanuga.
Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Rescued After Nearly 2 Months
All kidnapped pupils and teachers from Oriire LGA in Oyo state have been rescued, President Tinubu's spokesperson Bayo Onanuga announced on July 10, 2026.
Bride Killed in Boko Haram Attack in Borno
A bride was killed by a stray bullet as soldiers repelled coordinated Boko Haram attacks on military positions in Maiduguri, Borno State, leaving three civilians dead.
Trump warns of massive retaliation if Iran assassinates him
President Trump says he has left instructions for unprecedented bombing of Iran if they succeed in assassinating him, warning there will be 'hell to pay.'
Paraguay senator threatens Mbappé extradition
Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla considers legal action against Kylian Mbappé for defamation, alleging his response to her racist remarks could lead to extradition under France-Paraguay treaty.
Man laments wife disappeared with children six months ago
Uzoma Samuel Anyanwu says his wife left with their two children in January 2026, and police involvement has been slow and costly.
Intruder Breaches England World Cup Base Security
An intruder with a wrench breached security at England's World Cup media centre in Kansas City, causing alarm before being detained by police.
Four men jailed 95 years for gang-raping 13-year-old in Niger
A magistrate court in Minna sentenced four men to a cumulative 95 years imprisonment for gang-raping and impregnating a 13-year-old girl in Kontagora, Niger State.
Bride, 2 Others Killed as Soldiers Repel Boko Haram Attack
A three-week-old bride and two others died from stray bullets as troops repelled Boko Haram attacks on two military positions in Maiduguri, Borno State, early Friday, July 10, 2026.
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UK lawyer renounces Nigerian citizenship, sparks outrage online
UK-based lawyer Baron Chymaker has applied to renounce his Nigerian citizenship, saying Nigeria 'hasn't given me anything,' sparking widespread online debate.
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Army Chief Urges Parents to Send Children to Join Nigerian Army
COAS Olufemi Oluyede appeals to parents and traditional rulers in South-East to encourage youth enlistment amid low recruitment turnout, warning unfilled slots go to other regions.
Nigerian Officer Rejects $1,000 Bribe, Deports Canadian
A Canadian woman was denied entry into Nigeria after arriving without a visa and attempting to bribe an immigration officer with up to $1,000. The officer refused, sparking online praise.
Nnamdi Kanu's Wife Denies Divorce Reports
Uchechi Okwu-Kanu, wife of detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, has dismissed online reports claiming she filed for divorce, calling them entirely false and urging the public to rely only on verified information.
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NANS Plans to Shut Down MTN, MultiChoice, Stanbic IBTC
NANS threatens to shut down MTN, MultiChoice, and Stanbic IBTC in a nationwide protest over the mistreatment of Nigerians in South Africa, urging support for local businesses.
Dangote, AA Rano, AYM Seek to Join N100bn Import Licence Suit
Dangote Refinery, AA Rano, and AYM Shafa have applied to join the N100 billion import licence lawsuit against the AGF, seeking to protect their interests in the petrol importation dispute.
Four Trapped, Three Rescued in Kano Building Collapse
A two-storey building under construction collapsed in Kano, trapping four people. Three were rescued alive, while rescue efforts continue for the fourth victim.
Japan Lists Only 3 African Countries for Visa-Free Entry
Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms only Lesotho, Mauritius, and Tunisia qualify for visa-free entry among all African nations, with strict passport requirements.
Stray bullets kill bride, two others in Borno attacks
Stray bullets killed a three-week-old bride and two other residents during a gun battle between soldiers and Boko Haram insurgents in Maiduguri, Borno State, as troops foiled multiple infiltration attempts.
Lagos Airport Police to Arraign Two Suspects for Smoking on Aircraft
Two suspects, Enaruna Prince Aghama and Tony Ajayi, will be arraigned for smoking on an Air Peace flight from South Africa to Lagos, causing panic and activating emergency alarms.
Roommate: Kirk killing suspect said he wished he hadn't done it
The former roommate of Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, told prosecutors Robinson said he wished he hadn't done it the day after the fatal shooting.
Designer's Wedding Dress Blocked by DHL Over Cowrie Shells
A Nigerian fashion designer says DHL refused to ship a client's wedding dress to the US because it contained cowrie shell embellishments, sparking reactions from creatives.
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EFCC arraigns ex-Access Bank worker over ₦294.5 million theft
EFCC arraigns former Access Bank employee Chinonso Akujobi for alleged ₦294.5 million theft. She pleaded not guilty and was remanded at Ikoyi Correctional Centre.
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Delta youth flogged, banished over NDDC road project criticism
A Delta youth, Godspower Okedi, was publicly flogged, forced to dance, and banished from Emevor community after Facebook posts criticised an abandoned NDDC road project, sparking outrage.
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