Traditional Ruler's Son Arrested for Setting Man Ablaze
Ibobuminate Oweifa, son of a traditional ruler, arrested for allegedly burning Godgift Biko over firewood theft in Bayelsa. Police rescue victim, suspect in custody.
Category : Security
Idoko Condemns Killing of Teacher Mariam Usman in Kogi
PDP candidate Michael Idoko condemns the alleged killing of teacher Mariam Usman in Kogi, calls for police investigation and justice.
14 Dead in Aramco Helicopter Crash in Saudi Arabia
Fourteen Saudi citizens died when an Aramco helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura near a major oil refinery. Investigations are underway, and the energy ministry offered condolences.
ISWAP Fighter's Wife Surrenders with Baby in Borno
Falmata Bakwai, wife of an ISWAP fighter, surrendered to troops in Borno with her two-month-old baby, citing severe food shortages due to military operations.
Police probe death of Kogi teacher over pupil discipline assault
Kogi police investigate the killing of teacher Maryam Usman, who died after being assaulted by a pupil's father for disciplining the child. Suspects have fled.
Man Seeks Divorce Over Wife's Knife Threat After His Church Affairs
A man, Gbolahan, has approached an Oyo State court seeking divorce from his wife Sarah, accusing her of infidelity, physical assault, and threatening him with a knife after she discovered he was dating two women in his church.
FCT Police Commissioner Warns Officers Against Extortion
FCT Police Commissioner Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi warns officers against extorting Keke riders and motorists, stating 'You cannot be a police officer and a thief.'
FBI Warns of New Kali365 Phishing Attack on Microsoft 365
The FBI warns that a new phishing platform called Kali365 targets Microsoft 365 users, exploiting the device code sign-in process to bypass passwords and multifactor authentication.
Troops Arrest ISWAP Spy Foiling Planned Attack on Borno Bases
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested suspected ISWAP spy Muhammad Shuaibu, foiling a planned attack on two military bases in Borno State on June 26, 2026.
Nigerian Lady Cries Over 5-Year Canada Ban After N18M Scam
A Nigerian lady weeps after receiving a five-year Canada ban, alleging she lost N18 million to a fraudulent travel agency that promised admission and relocation.
Troops Kill 2 Lakurawa Terrorists, Recover Arms in Kebbi
Two Lakurawa terrorists were killed by Nigerian troops in Kebbi State. AK-47 rifles, ammunition, and a motorcycle were recovered. The operation followed intelligence of a planned attack.
Man Sacked for Refusing to Lead Opening Prayer at Work
A Nigerian man says he was fired from his new job after refusing to lead the opening prayer, citing his deconstruction from Christianity.
Nigerian Lawyer on Loan App Harassment for Others' Debts
Lawyer S.O. Folagboye Esq. advises Nigerians on legal steps to take when loan apps harass them over debts of their contacts, citing privacy violations and consumer rights.
Uganda Media Shutdown: General Orders Closure of Major Outlets
Ugandan General Muhoozi Kainerugaba ordered the closure of Daily Monitor, NTV Uganda, and Spark TV, with armed soldiers surrounding the Daily Monitor headquarters in Kampala, sparking press freedom concerns.
Teacher Beaten to Death by Student's Father in Kogi
A 22-year-old female teacher, Mariam Usman, was allegedly beaten to death by the father of a student she disciplined in Kogi State, sparking outrage and safety concerns.
Bride-to-Be Cries as Fiance Calls Off Wedding After Accident
A Nigerian lady shared a heartbreaking video on TikTok crying after her fiance ended their relationship when she lost a leg in an accident.
Troops Arrest Suspected Gunrunner, Recover Three Rifles in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested a suspected gunrunner and recovered three locally fabricated rifles during a patrol in Barkin Ladi LGA, Plateau State.
France Plane Crash Kills 11 in Skydiving Incident
A civilian aircraft crashed in Tomblaine, France, killing the pilot and 10 passengers, including five students and five instructors. No bystanders were injured.
Lady Borrows N35,000, Shocked by N140,000 Loan Balance
A Nigerian lady borrowed N35,000 from a loan app and, after four months, was shocked to find her balance had risen to N140,000, sparking outrage over high interest rates.
Bandits Kill Imam, 3 Others, Abduct 12 in Sokoto
Suspected bandits stormed Illela Dawagware village in Sokoto State, killing an imam and three others, and abducting 12 people. Residents accuse security forces of ignoring distress calls.
Pregnant Woman Dies by Suicide After Husband Demands DNA Test
A 23-year-old pregnant woman in Hyderabad died by suicide after her husband demanded a DNA test for her unborn child. The husband and mother-in-law were arrested.
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SERAP gives Akpabio Abbas 7 days to probe ₦6.3bn diversion
SERAP has given Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas seven days to investigate alleged diversion of ₦6.3 billion in constituency funds or face legal action.
Suspected bandits flaunt ransom cash in viral video
A viral video shows suspected bandits displaying large sums of cash allegedly from kidnap ransoms, sparking widespread concern in Nigeria.
Iran vows 'hell' on US bases after Trump threats
Iran threatens retaliation against US bases after fresh American strikes on Iranian targets, as Trump warns Iran will 'no longer exist' if war restarts, raising fears of ceasefire collapse.
Brothers Arrested for Allegedly Raping Minor in Delta
Delta police arrested two brothers, Emmanuel and Kelvin Eugene, for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl in Warri South LGA. The victim fled in shame and was found hiding in a church.
Two children abducted returning from school in Abia
Two pupils, Eberechi (4) and Abraham (6), were abducted by suspected kidnappers in Abia State after a Keke operator drove past their stop and fled with them.
British ex-doctor arrested over model's suitcase murder
British former doctor Matthew Foster-Smith arrested in Ecuador for murder of Colombian model Natalia Villalba Angarita, whose body was found in a suitcase in Bogotá.
Oyo Lifts Curfew in 10 LGAs After Kidnapping Incident
The Oyo State Government has lifted the curfew imposed on 10 local government areas following a recent kidnapping incident in Oriire LGA, effective from Saturday.
Nigerian Lawyer: Police Can't Arrest Loan App Debtors
A Nigerian lawyer explains that police cannot arrest individuals over loan debt, citing the Police Act 2020 and Constitution. He advises borrowers on legal recourse against harassment.
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DNA Confirms Missing Journalist Pelumi Onifade Body After 6 Years
A Lagos Coroner's Court has confirmed through DNA testing that an unidentified body belongs to journalist Pelumi Onifade, missing since the 2020 #EndSARS protests, bringing partial closure after six years.
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