ABU Lecturer Remanded Over Katsina Bandit Hajj Claim
Dr. Bashir Kurfi, an ABU Zaria lecturer, was remanded by a Katsina court for allegedly claiming the state government sponsored bandit leaders for Hajj. He pleaded not guilty.
Category : Security
Trump says Iran deal over, calls Iranians 'scum'
President Trump declared the US-Iran interim agreement 'over', calling Iranians 'scum' and 'sick people', as oil prices surged over 5% amid renewed tensions.
Nigerian teen drill rapper convicted of murder in UK
Emmanuel Popoola, 18, and Tayvon Etefia, 18, were found guilty of murdering Keanu Harker in Enfield, London, after a Snapchat dispute over mobile data costs.
Arrest Parents of Child Househelps Under 15, Says Wike’s Aide
Lere Olayinka, media aide to the FCT Minister, calls for the arrest and prosecution of parents who allow children under 15 to serve as househelps, following reports of abuse.
Troops foil terrorist attacks, neutralize commander in NW Nigeria
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA foiled coordinated terrorist attacks, neutralized notorious commander Alhaji Tukur, and disrupted a large-scale assault via airstrikes in Zamfara and Katsina States.
Father, son arrested with four firearms in Bayelsa
Bayelsa police arrest father Tibi Friday, 68, and son Oyabrade Tibi, 36, for unlawful possession of four single-barrel guns during a stop and search on Igbogene–Tombia Expressway.
Boeing Cargo Plane Crashes into Sea Off Pakistan Coast
A Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by K2 Airways crashed into the Arabian Sea near Pakistan's coast after a navigation system failure, killing all five crew members on board.
Police confirm abduction of three students in Nasarawa
Nasarawa Police confirm the abduction of three Federal University of Lafia students from their off-campus hostel; one victim has been rescued.
3 FULafia Students Abducted in Nasarawa State
Three Federal University of Lafia students were kidnapped from their off-campus hostel along Awe Road. Police confirm one rescued, manhunt underway.
Ondo Police Neutralize Two Kidnappers in Gun Battle
Ondo State Police operatives neutralized two suspected kidnappers during a gun battle on the Akure-Owo Expressway, recovering a locally fabricated pistol, live cartridges, mobile phones, and ATM cards.
Fresh Bandit Attack in Sokoto: Six Dead, Five Injured
Six persons were killed and five others injured in a fresh bandit attack on Lajinge community in Sabon Birni LGA, Sokoto State, on July 8. The attackers also rustled livestock.
British man arrested for kissing air steward on flight
A 30-year-old British tourist was arrested after allegedly trying to kiss a male air steward on the neck during a Ryanair flight from London Stansted to Majorca, Spain.
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Police officer accused of sabotaging Chinese illegal mining trial
A senior police officer faces allegations of sabotaging the trial of Chinese nationals accused of illegal lithium mining, sparking a clash between the Nigerian Police Force and Mining Marshals.
Senate Rejects MTN, DStv Profit Seizure Over Xenophobia
The Nigerian Senate has rejected Senator Adams Oshiomhole's proposal to seize profits from MTN and DStv to compensate victims of xenophobic attacks in South Africa, opting instead for diplomatic dialogue and an investigation.
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Kwara church kidnap: Three rescued after 105 days, five killed
Three female worshippers kidnapped from a Kwara ECWA church were rescued after 105 days. Five others were killed despite a ₦20 million ransom payment.
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Gunmen kill one, abduct four in Bauchi community attacks
Suspected gunmen killed one person and abducted four others in Dass LGA, Bauchi, demanding ₦50m ransom from a pharmacy owner. Police are investigating.
South Africa Visa Rejected Over Bank Statement Stamp: Lady Cries Out
A Nigerian lady's South African visa was rejected because her bank statement wasn't stamped, despite having traveled to many countries. She appealed but got no response.
PFIPC Scandal: Adeyemi Denies Meeting Gbajabiamila
Mathew Adeniyi Adeyemi, self-acclaimed DG of the illegal PFIPC, denies ever meeting Femi Gbajabiamila, admits only phone calls via a deceased friend, and urges Tinubu to investigate.
Adeyemi's Father Speaks on Arrest Over Fake Agency Scandal
Elder Adeniyi Adetunji, father of Adeniyi Adeyemi, expresses shock over his son's impersonation allegations and details police disruption at his home.
Senate Urges FG to Halt Boko Haram Rehabilitation
The Nigerian Senate has called on the Federal Government to stop rehabilitating Boko Haram members and instead prosecute them, amid rising insecurity and attacks on military personnel.
Lawyer: Women Must Protect Property Rights in Marriage
A Lagos divorce lawyer warns married women to legally document their financial contributions to joint property, as courts rely strictly on paperwork, not trust.
Senate Urges End to Pardons for Boko Haram Members
The Senate has called on the federal government to stop pardons and rehabilitation for Boko Haram members following the killing of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar.
Richest Families in America 2026: Waltons Top at $430B+
The Walton family tops the 2026 list of America's richest families with $430B+, followed by the Kochs and Mars. See the full ranking of 15 dynasties.
Coastguard Accused of Killing Girlfriend, Staging Suicide
A volunteer coastguard allegedly ran over his girlfriend with a Land Rover, moved her body, and staged her suicide to hide the murder, a UK court heard.
Army, NDLEA Arrest Three Drug Suppliers Linked to Terrorists
Troops of the Nigerian Army and NDLEA arrested three suspected drug suppliers allegedly providing illicit substances to terrorists in Katsina State, seizing cannabis, tramadol, and other narcotics.
Bauchi Police Arrest Man for Defiling 8-Year-Old Girl
Bauchi police arrest 45-year-old Muhammad Makama for allegedly defiling his neighbour's 8-year-old daughter. The suspect was assaulted by community members and is under investigation.
Total solar eclipse to darken northern Spain on August 12
A rare total solar eclipse will plunge parts of northern Spain into darkness on August 12, with totality lasting under two minutes before sunset.
Iran Strikes 85 US Military Sites After Trump Orders Attacks
Iran claims attacks on 85 US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and violating ceasefire.
Sierra Leonean, Nigerian wife, businessman guilty of NHS fraud
A former NHS employee, his Nigerian wife, and a Nigerian businessman were convicted in the UK for defrauding the NHS of £279,000 by selling stolen medical supplies back to the trust.
800 Snakes Escape Flooded Farm in China, Including Cobras
Over 800 snakes, including venomous cobras, escaped from a farm in Hengzhou, China after flooding, with reports of snakebites and rescue teams deployed.
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