Retired Colonel Frank Omenka, former Abacha security chief, claims he only learned of the Oputa Panel 12 years after it ended, and denies allegations of rape and torture during military investigations.
The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar III, has expressed grief over the killing of Ardo Risku, Benue MACBAN chairman, calling for a transparent investigation.
Police in Kebbi State have arrested four suspects in connection with a farmers-herders clash in Gulma that left eight people dead. The suspects face charges including culpable homicide.
Police in Katsina arrested seven suspected robbers after an attack at Unwala Quarters, recovering stolen phones, power banks, and weapons.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a fresh 21-day ultimatum to the federal government over unpaid allowances, delayed Medical Residency Training Fund, and other welfare concerns, warning of potential industrial action.
Sunday Igboho declares Iru Ekun Security Network will persist against kidnappers in South-west despite an ambush that injured operatives in Old Oyo National Park.
Uganda's military chief has ordered the closure of several major media outlets, citing national security concerns and alleged biased reporting.
Five persons were confirmed dead and eight others critically injured in a road crash on Sunday in Agaie, Niger State, involving a trailer and a faulty tanker.
Heavy rainfall on Sunday flooded major Lagos roads and communities, disrupting traffic and forcing the temporary closure of the international airport terminal.
The Nigeria Police in Rivers State arrested Austine Emenike, recovering a locally made pistol, four single-barreled guns, and five live cartridges, as investigations link him to a wider criminal network.
The Nationwide League One ordered the completion of an abandoned playoff after a goalkeeper's injury, but Yewa FA claims FC Ebedei walked off without authorization, violating league rules.
The EFCC has charged former Port Harcourt and Warri refinery managing directors Ahmed Dikko and Jimoh Yisawu with money laundering over alleged diversion of rehabilitation funds, recovering over N38.66 billion.
Eight people, including four children, died and 17 were injured when a commercial bus collided with a tricycle on the Funtua-Katsina highway in Katsina State on Sunday.
Edo police arrested Lucky Alabi and Taiye Enahoro for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N4 million from Alabi's family. The suspects confessed to the crime.
Wema Bank has suspended its Telegram operations after a surge in fake accounts impersonating the bank to defraud customers, urging users to only use verified channels.
The Nigerian Navy intercepted 81 sacks of illegally refined AGO (22,870 litres) in Rivers State under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, disrupting criminal networks.
Commercial activities resume in Lagos' Oshodi district after floodwaters receded, but mourning the Iyaloja's death keeps many shops closed; airport operations disrupted.
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists abducted an unknown number of students during a NECO Biology exam at Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Borno State. Security forces are pursuing the insurgents.
After heavy rainfall flooded parts of Lagos, residents assess damage and clear debris. Communities including Oshodi, Mushin, Gbagada, Surulere and Egbeda were affected, with traffic disrupted and a terminal at Murtala Muhammed International Airport tempor
Fresh violence in Biseni Kingdom, Bayelsa State, after arrest of four youths over vandalism claims; protesters clash with security, gas pipeline vandalised, house set ablaze, several injured.
Imo State Police rescued an injured kidnap victim from a forest in Owerri West LGA, led by Commissioner Audu Bosso, as part of ongoing anti-kidnapping operations.
Electrical safety educator Patrick Okoye warns Nigerians against charging phones on beds due to fire risks, especially during rainy season with power surges.
South African authorities have begun deporting former Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 Chidimma Adetshina after her arrest in Cape Town for allegedly residing illegally in the country.
Kogi police are investigating the death of Maryam Usman, a 30-year-old teacher who died after an alleged assault by three people for disciplining a pupil at Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School.
A forensic expert testifying for the EFCC in the forgery case against Mike Ozekhome was cross-examined by the defence, who challenged his findings on a disputed passport.
Babcock University has disowned a fake honorary certificate circulating online, allegedly issued to comedian Carter Efe, warning of legal action against forgers.
A US official says forces recovered the largest cache of terrorist electronic materials since 9/11 during a raid against ISWAP in Nigeria, killing 199 jihadists.
A LASTMA officer was stabbed by a bus conductor during a traffic enforcement operation at Ile-Epo Market in Lagos. The suspect has been arrested.
Musa Yatsu, vigilante commander of Gurfata village in Abuja, was killed on 30 July 2025 during an ambush by herders, escalating long-standing farmer-herder conflicts over land and grazing routes.
At least 35 students remain missing after gunmen attacked a secondary school in Lassa, Borno State, despite rescue efforts, according to councillor Jagila Jabila.