A suspected ISWAP informant, Isa Janyu, was arrested in Monguno, Borno, for allegedly identifying wealthy residents for kidnapping operations. Items recovered include a phone and cash.
Police in the UK have released an image of Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, wanted after his wife and two daughters were found dead in their £1.3m home in Bedford. He is believed to have fled to Zimbabwe.
Gunmen have killed Professor Gabriel Nyityo, a History lecturer at Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, at his home. The attack occurred early Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Avinash Narne, 30, allegedly strangled his wife Raajitha Sabbineni, 27, in their Washington apartment, staged the scene, and sent a photo of her body to his secret lover.
A Captain and two soldiers were killed in an IED explosion in Niger State. Two others were injured in the attack while on routine patrol.
Thousands of Nigerians lost millions of naira after the NRC investment scheme crashed. Here are five crucial facts about the Ponzi operation.
A former Zenith Bank employee told an FCT High Court he processed billions in cash deposits for ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, acting on instructions from his personal assistant.
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A violent clash between Yoruba and Hausa groups in Ibadan's Ojoo area left a shop and depot ablaze, with security forces deployed as tensions escalated.
The United States has released an updated deportation list naming 124 Nigerians as part of its 'worst-of-the-worst' criminal register, with names and photos made public but timelines undisclosed.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu admitted he met the fake PFIPC after its letter mimicked Presidency seals and staff confirmed a physical office at the Federal Secretariat, urging stricter verification.
Defence Minister General Christopher Musa has ordered soldiers to shoot bandits and terrorists without waiting for orders, warning that failure to act will be treated as collaboration with criminals.
Clashes between groups in Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, on July 8, 2026, led to a scavengers' depot being set ablaze. Operation Burst deployed to restore order.
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FCT Police arrest a notorious 'one chance' kidnapping syndicate in Abuja, recovering ₦8.8 million ransom, vehicles, and phones. Suspects admit targeting women.
Michael James admitted staging his own kidnapping to demand N25m from his family, saying he owed his siblings money and could not repay them.
ISWAP and JAS militants have banned farming in northern Borno, threatening death for violators. Over 100 farmers relocated to Kumalia, risking their lives to plant crops amid a worsening food security crisis.
A captain and two soldiers were killed by an IED during a patrol in Borgu LGA, Niger state. Two others were injured. No official statement yet.
Namibia's updated visa-on-arrival list includes 121 countries but excludes Nigeria and over 60 others, requiring them to obtain a visa before travel.
Kogi police arrest father and two women for alleged killing of teacher Mariam Usman after she disciplined an 11-year-old pupil. Suspects face culpable homicide charges.
Sherrone Moore is serving 18 months' probation after his arrest ended his tenure as Michigan Wolverines head coach. He avoided jail via a plea deal, with strict conditions including mental health counseling and no contact with the victim.
US President Trump declares the ceasefire with Iran collapsed, calling further talks 'a waste of time,' as airstrikes hit Iran after vessel attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
A Katsina court remanded Dr. Bashir Kurfi for alleging the state government sponsored bandits on Hajj. He pleaded not guilty to defamation charges.
The US DHS confirmed the deportation of Belgian citizen Sonny Songe Yalala after his DUI arrest in Dallas, Texas. He was placed on the 'Worst of Worst' list.
Atiku Abubakar dismisses President Tinubu's directive to the ICPC to investigate the PFIPC scandal, calling it a reluctant response that falls short of genuine transparency, and demands a 10-member Special Independent Commission of Inquiry.
Bandits killed Alhaji Muhammad Bala in Katsina after he delivered ransom for his kidnapped friend, raising questions about ransom payments.
A 16-year-old suspect has been arrested after a stabbing at Welfen-Gymnasium in Schongau, Bavaria, left two girls seriously injured; police suspect a planned attack.
Namibia's Ministry of Home Affairs releases updated list of 28 African countries eligible for visa-on-arrival, while 13 countries require visas and others have reciprocal visa-free agreements.
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Blaqbonez files a ₦2.55 billion defamation lawsuit against Odumodu Blvck over social media posts accusing him of sexual abuse, but Odumodu refuses to back down.
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Abimbola Olawuyi, widow of legendary investigative journalist Kola Olawuyi, died on July 6, 2026, after a brief illness, 19 years after her husband's death, leaving four children.
A Nigerian lady shares her experience after being denied US and Canada visas multiple times, displaying the embassy document and revealing how she finally got approved.
A Nigerian man who sent his girlfriend N150,000 after she claimed her salary was N85,000 discovered her actual salary of N420,000 via a screenshot she accidentally forwarded.