The Federal Ministry of Works has banned commercial motorcycles and tricycles from plying the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway to protect the road from misuse and deterioration, effective this week.
Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Universe Nigeria and former Miss SA finalist, is facing deportation after South Africa's Home Affairs alleged she lives illegally in the country.
Retired AIG Wilson Inalegwu warns Nigeria's proposed state police will fail if staffed with political thugs, vigilantes, or party loyalists, urging transparent recruitment.
A five-year-old girl named Melody was swept away by floodwater on Akpu Road, Ogbor Hill, Aba, Abia State, after sitting on an uncovered drainage box during heavy rain.
A Zimbabwean woman who lived in South Africa for 20 years returns home amid a June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, driven by xenophobic campaigns.
Oyo police rescued two abducted children and arrested four suspects after a forest operation in Ibarapa East LGA. The children were reunited with their family.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI rescued ten NECO candidates and teachers kidnapped by ISWAP during an attack on Technical Secondary School in Borno State on June 29, 2026.
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The Federal Government announces the next evacuation flight from South Africa will bring 271 Nigerians home on Tuesday amid fears of renewed xenophobic attacks and planned anti-immigration protests.
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Donald Trump says US military strikes have largely ended the killing of Christians in Nigeria, but many Nigerians argue attacks and insecurity are still ongoing.
Nigerian lawyer Chinenye Ruth says loan apps contacting family over small debts violate the law. She shares 5 ways to fight back, including reporting to FCCPC, CBN, and NDPC.
A Nigerian mother fleeing xenophobic violence in South Africa arrives in Nigeria with her children, rejoicing that they will no longer face slurs like 'kwerekwere'.
Police killed four suspected kidnappers, rescued five abducted victims, and arrested 88 suspects during coordinated raids across Lagos and Ogun states under Operation Ko Si Aye.
A 28-year-old Indian garment trader died by suicide in Faridabad after posting a video accusing his wife and her family of physical and mental harassment.
South Korean police deploy 160 riot and airport police officers to protect outgoing World Cup coach Hong Myung-Bo after a death threat over the team's group-stage exit.
Assistant Commandant of Corps Attah John Onoja, Commander of the NSCDC Mining Marshals, has been named Grand Patron of the Silent Heroes Awards Initiative 2026 for his fight against illegal mining in Nigeria.
Borno Police deploy personnel to Lassa after suspected terrorists abduct students and food vendors during NECO exams. Security forces engage attackers, search ongoing.
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A 30-year-old teacher, Maryam Usman, died after being assaulted by a pupil's relatives in Kogi State. Police have launched a manhunt for three suspects and opened a culpable homicide investigation.
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace repelled an attack by suspected Fulani bandits on Jebbu Miango community in Bassa LGA, Plateau State, but a 74-year-old resident was killed.
A 26-year-old Chinese jet skier died and a 27-year-old woman was injured when Malta's 'Kissing Elephants' rock arch collapsed after an American tourist jumped off it.
Gunmen suspected to be Boko Haram/ISWAP attacked Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Borno, killing a teacher and abducting an unspecified number of students writing NECO exams.
The Ondo NSCDC arrested 25-year-old Obasi Ifesinachi for vandalising an MRM telecom mast in Iju Community. He confessed and will be charged.
Two boys, aged 8 and 10, were found dead in a locked car at a British air base in Cyprus, allegedly left to sleep. Father and stepmother arrested on suspicion of negligence.
A Nigerian man mistakenly transferred N1.8m to a wrong OPay account. The receiver returned the full amount, prompting the sender to voluntarily send N150k as appreciation.
Northern political musician Rarara blames ex-Governor Kwankwaso for Nigeria's hardship, citing local government funding issues as key to grassroots development challenges.
A Nigerian lady recounts how her family was kidnapped from her grandfather's burial in Kogi State, and her mother died in captivity. Many react to the heartbreaking story.
Retired Commissioner of Police Muhammad Wakili rejects state police proposals, warning it could replicate failed past systems and worsen insecurity. He argues Nigeria Police Force challenges stem from poor funding, not structure.
Nigerian lawyer Confidence Aribibia warns that many loan apps operate illegally without CBN licenses, cannot sue borrowers, and thrive on fear. She urges Nigerians to know their rights.
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LASTMA introduces toll-free hotline 3367 for reporting traffic emergencies and official misconduct. Calls are free across MTN, 9mobile, and Glo networks.
Gunmen abducted students of Government Day Secondary School, Lassa, Borno State, during an SSCE exam. A teacher was killed, and security forces are searching for the victims.
A Nigerian lawyer, @egi_nupe, shares 10 legal steps for men if a woman dies in their apartment, including not touching the body, documenting the scene, and reporting to police.