Presidency dismisses fake agency chief as impostor
The Presidency has dismissed Adeyemi Adeniyi Matthew as an impostor who forged documents to pose as Director-General of a non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council.
Category : Security
Two Nigerians, Cameroonian Arrested for Drug Trafficking
Bengaluru Police arrested two Nigerians and a Cameroonian for drug peddling, seizing 10.27 kg of MDMA crystals worth Rs 21 crore.
Veteran Shot Over Walmart Parking Spot in Florida
A 62-year-old Army veteran was fatally shot by a woman after a dispute over a parking space at a Florida Walmart. The shooter claims self-defense; no charges filed yet.
Lady Screams as Fish Swim in Flooded Lekki Apartment
A Lekki-based lady filmed her friend's submerged room after flash floods, discovering living fish swimming inside the dirty water. Social media reacts with shock and humor.
11-Year-Old Driver Kills 8 Monks in Thailand Truck Crash
An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck into monks on a pilgrimage in Thailand, killing eight and injuring 14 others. The minor is in custody.
Bandits kill 2 children, abduct 3 in Bauchi community
Bandits killed two children, injured six others, and abducted three residents in Rafin Ciyawa village, Ningi LGA, Bauchi State. Police deploy units to rescue victims.
Lady Denied Loan Over 2024 Debts, Begs Public for Help
A Nigerian woman was denied a fresh loan due to unpaid debts from 2024. She now seeks public help to clear over N143k owed to loan apps.
Police Arrest Three Cultists Over Kwara Poly Student Murder
Kwara Police arrest three Eiye Confraternity members for the abduction and murder of 29-year-old Kwara Poly student Sodiq Durodola Olaniyi after weeks of investigation.
India asks WhatsApp to pause username feature over fraud
India has asked Meta to pause WhatsApp's username feature rollout, citing concerns over fraud and impersonation, as cybercrime spikes in the country.
IGP Disu Orders Arrest of Drivers Covering Number Plates
IGP Tunji Disu has directed police officers to arrest anyone driving without or covering their number plates, citing their use in crimes and as a status symbol.
Gunmen Attack NIPSS Again, One Killed in Gun Battle
Security personnel thwarted a fresh attack on NIPSS in Plateau State, killing one assailant in a gun battle. No casualties among staff or participants.
N6 Warns of Security Risks if Military Leaves NYSC Camps
OAP N6 warns that removing military drills from NYSC camps could lead to cult violence and indiscipline, sparking debate on security and reform.
Security Forces Kill Bandit at NIPSS Kuru Plateau
Security operatives killed one bandit during a gun battle at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, Plateau State, repelling attackers who attempted to breach the institute's perimeter.
NDIC Warns Customers of 46 Closed Banks After CBN Revocation
NDIC warns Nigerians against transactions with 46 revoked microfinance banks, assumes liquidator role, and begins verification for insured deposits.
Katsina community fights back, kills 4 bandits
Residents of a Katsina community killed four bandits and forced others to flee after a deadly raid. Eight villagers were injured. Community leaders demand security presence.
Doctor Dies Minutes After Arriving at Kano Hospital
A senior consultant physician died minutes after arriving at a Kano hospital to attend to elderly patients, collapsing suddenly and being pronounced dead within 15 minutes.
Troops Arrest NSCDC Armourer, Correctional Officer for Arms Supply
Troops of Operation UDO KA arrested an NSCDC armourer and a correctional officer in Enugu for alleged involvement in an illegal arms supply network, recovering ammunition and weapons.
Police arrest two suspects over illegal firearms in Plateau
Plateau police arrested two suspects for illegal firearms possession and trafficking, recovering locally made AK-47 and Type 06 rifles with ammunition.
Court remands two men for kidnapping children in Kaduna
A Kaduna Magistrates’ Court has ordered the remand of Danladi Usman, 23, and Nasir Ahmed, 26, for allegedly kidnapping two children in Millennium City Kaduna.
Nigerian engineer pleads guilty to US wire fraud over $1.64m
A Nigerian-born engineer pleaded guilty to wire fraud after steering $1.64 million meant for building repairs in St. Louis to himself and family members via fake companies.
DSS arraigns five over alleged coup plot against Tinubu
The DSS has arraigned five Nigerians in Abuja for allegedly concealing former Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva, accused of plotting a coup against President Tinubu. They pleaded not guilty and were granted ₦5 million bail.
Youth Clash Over Divorced Woman Leaves One Dead in Yobe
A 27-year-old man was killed in Damaturu, Yobe State, after a clash over a divorced woman. The suspect attacked with an axe, leading to the death and multiple injuries.
Motorcycle snatchers kill Okada rider, steal new bike in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace recovered body of 27-year-old Haruna Muhammadu, killed by motorcycle snatchers in Mangu LGA, Plateau State. His new bike was stolen.
Abuja driver sentenced to death for killing former boss and wife
A Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Jonathan Marcus to death by hanging for murdering his former employer, Adebola Ezekiel (80), and his wife on April 1, 2024.
Nigerian women arrested for trafficking girls to Ghana for sex
Ghana Police arrested three Nigerian women for trafficking young girls into prostitution, recovering 265 condoms and rescuing four victims aged 18-20.
Kaduna Vigilance Arrests Seven Suspected Bandits in Kubau
Kaduna State Vigilance Service (KADVS) arrested seven suspected armed bandits in Kubau LGA, recovering a locally made gun, cash, phones, and charms.
Toddler Found Dead in SUV at Florida Preschool
A 23-month-old boy was found dead inside an SUV at A World of Discovery Academy in Plantation, Florida, on June 29. The father forgot to drop off the child, who was discovered hours later.
Navy arrests car-snatching syndicate member in Abuja
Naval operatives in Abuja arrested Habeeb Ajadi, a 39-year-old Physics graduate, who confessed to stealing over 50 vehicles across the FCT while posing as a prison officer.
Flood Moves Husband's Car, Woman Shows Damage
A Nigerian woman returned from church to find floodwaters had moved her husband's car, causing complete damage. The video shows the wreckage and sparks debate on insurance vs. natural disaster.
ICPC Arrests Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji Over Forged Credentials
The ICPC arrested former Science Minister Uche Nnaji at Abuja airport on July 1, 2026, for allegedly forging a UNN degree and fake NYSC discharge certificate submitted during his 2023 ministerial screening.
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