Baby, two others killed in Lokoja crash involving corpse vehicle
Three people, including a baby, died instantly when the vehicle carrying a corpse collided with a trailer at Ganaja Village Roundabout in Lokoja, Kogi State, on July 9, 2026.
Category : Security
DJ Chicken Arrested Over Video on Seyi Tinubu
Controversial TikTok star DJ Chicken has been arrested in Ikeja, Lagos, over a viral video where he allegedly threatened Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu.
N1.5m recovered as six Boko Haram members surrender in Borno
Six suspected Boko Haram members and relatives surrendered to troops in Borno, with over N1.5 million recovered, amid sustained military pressure in the Mandara Mountains.
Oyo Police Arrest Two for Exhuming Human Skull from Cemetery
Oyo State Police Command arrested two suspects for exhuming a suspected human skull from a Muslim burial ground in Ijio. The suspects confessed to the crime and are assisting investigations.
Tinubu Meets Security Chiefs Over Insecurity Crisis
President Bola Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with service chiefs and security advisers on July 9, 2026, to address rising insecurity across Nigeria.
Customs Rescue Baby Gorilla, Arrest Trafficker in Kano
Nigeria Customs rescued a baby gorilla and arrested a suspected wildlife trafficker during a raid in Kofar Mata, Kano, in an intelligence-driven operation.
I refused to pay N300m ransom, told kidnappers to kill my brothers
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal revealed he refused to pay N300 million ransom for his abducted brothers in 2019, saying he chose not to negotiate with criminals to avoid encouraging kidnappings.
Police Arrest Two Suspected Cultists in Bayelsa Varsity Killing
Bayelsa police arrested two suspected cultists, including a 300-level student, for allegedly mobilizing to avenge the killing of a 200-level NDU student, Ebube Jonathan.
Man Cuts Off Genitals, Sets Them on Fire in Arson
Christopher Peden, 36, allegedly severed his own genitals, soaked them in petrol, and used them to start a garage fire in Fort Wayne, Indiana, facing up to 12 years in prison if convicted.
Cholera Outbreak Kills 9 ISWAP Terrorists in Borno
A cholera outbreak has killed nine ISWAP fighters in Borno State's Timbuktu Triangle. Two infected were executed by comrades after failed treatment. Military offensives continue.
INTERPOL Arrests 5,811 Suspects, Seizes $293m Globally
INTERPOL's Operation First Light 2026 arrested 5,811 suspects and seized $293 million in illicit assets across 97 countries, targeting online scams and money laundering.
Nigerian Preacher Returns N120 Million Mistaken Transfer
Dr Gideon Isah, a preacher in Lokoja, returned N120 million mistakenly sent by a woman from Kano, following his lawyer's advice to send funds back to the originating account.
Ghanaian influencer extradited to US over $8m romance scam
Ghanaian influencer Frederick Kumi, known as Abu Trica, has been extradited to the US to face charges of defrauding elderly Americans of over $8m using AI-generated fake identities.
Nigeria, South Africa, Burkina Faso Reject US Deportation Policy
Nigeria, South Africa, and Burkina Faso refuse US third-country deportation policy, citing sovereignty and security concerns, leading to visa restrictions and diplomatic tensions.
US updates visa waiver rules: countries no longer eligible
The US has updated its Visa Waiver Program, barring travelers who have visited or hold dual nationality with Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Yemen, or Cuba from visa-free entry.
Lagos proposes ₦50,000 fine, 6-month jail for homes without bins
Lagos residents in Agboyi-Ketu could face ₦50,000 fine or six months in jail under a proposed law requiring every household to have an approved waste bin.
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Four dead in Ibadan clash between Yoruba traders and Hausa scavengers
Four people died after violence between Yoruba traders and Hausa scrap collectors in Ibadan's Ojoo area. Oyo State orders removal of illegal structures within seven days.
FIFA Chief Faces Ethics Complaint Over Trump Balogun Row
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is referred to IOC ethics investigators for breaching political neutrality after US President Trump intervened in Folarin Balogun's red card controversy.
Doctor Admits Filming 900 Hospital Staff in Toilets
Dr Ryan Yi Cho, 28, pleaded guilty to secretly filming 900 hospital staff in bathrooms across multiple Melbourne hospitals since 2020, possessing thousands of intimate images.
Libyan Police Arrest Argentina Fans, Shave Heads After Clash
Libyan police in Ajdabiya arrested Argentina fans after they clashed with Egyptian supporters, forcibly shaving their heads as punishment for public disorder.
Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Over Murder of Benue Professor
Benue Police arrest 23-year-old Abdullahi Usman for the murder of Professor Gabriel Nyityo and his brother John Nyityo at their residence in Makurdi.
Police, troops rescue kidnapped INEC staff in Zamfara
Joint police and military operation rescues INEC staff, repels bandit attacks in Zamfara, recovering hundreds of cattle and thwarting coordinated assaults.
Sultan Urges Northern Unity Against Banditry, Terrorism
Sultan Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III calls on northern traditional rulers and governors to unite against banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping, emphasizing collective responsibility and sustained funding.
Trump Orders Sweeping H-1B Visa Fraud Investigation
President Trump launches a major federal probe into H-1B and PERM visa fraud, labor trafficking, and worker displacement, with subpoenas already served in tech and medical sectors across California, New York, and Illinois.
Gambia Court Jails Female Student 3 Years for Stabbing Teacher
A Gambian court sentenced student Fatima Jarju to three years imprisonment for stabbing teacher Mr. Jatta at Yunus English School, convicting her of attempted murder and causing bodily harm.
EFCC Arraigns Miyetti Allah Leader for Alleged N2.33m Laundering
The EFCC has arraigned Alhaji Bello Bodejo, leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, before a Federal High Court in Abuja for alleged N2.33 million money laundering.
US lawmaker: Fulani top Christian genocide perpetrators in Nigeria
US Rep. Riley Moore claims Fulani militants are the largest perpetrators of violence against Christians in Nigeria, citing attacks in Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, and Southern Kaduna.
ISWAP Attack on Army Base in Borno Kills Soldier
Suspected ISWAP fighters attacked a military base in Logomani, Borno State, killing one soldier and burning a police outpost, health centre, and school classrooms.
Court remands ex-CCT chairman Umar in Kuje prison
Justice Peter Kekemeke of an FCT High Court remanded former CCT chairman Danladi Umar at Kuje Correctional Center pending bail hearing, after EFCC arraigned him on 4 corruption charges.
4 Key UK Visa Requirements Shared by Man
TikToker Jibril breaks down four core requirements for a successful UK visa application, emphasizing proof of purpose, accommodation, funds, and ties to home country.
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