Boy, 11, stabbed in back in Blackburn; suspect, 11, bailed
An 11-year-old boy suffered a puncture wound to the back in Blackburn. A suspect of the same age was arrested and bailed. Police appeal for information.
Category : Security
Oyo Gov Declares 16-Hour Curfew in 10 LGAs After Abductions
Governor Seyi Makinde declares a 16-hour curfew in 10 Oyo LGAs following the abduction of 39 students and 7 teachers in Oriire, vowing not to negotiate with abductors.
Suspect killed, four arrested in Edo market kidnap
Edo police killed one suspect and arrested four others in connection with the June 14 vegetable market kidnapping, recovering weapons and N2 million.
Ex-footballer accused of murdering his mother in Argentina
Former footballer Jorge Sánchez, 56, has been arrested for allegedly killing his 86-year-old mother in Quequén, Argentina. He was found intoxicated and charged with aggravated homicide.
Hungarian 'cannibal' admits eating body parts from graveyards
A 30-year-old Hungarian man admitted to collecting and eating human body parts from graveyards and hospitals after police found remains in his Budapest home.
Rivers Police Commissioner Challenges Officers Over Roadblocks
Rivers Police Commissioner CP Olugbenga Adepoju confronts officers manning illegal roadblocks, demanding they remove them, days after suspending a DPO for extortion.
Deschamps to Miss Norway Match After Mother's Death
France coach Didier Deschamps will miss the final group-stage match against Norway after his mother's death. Assistant Guy Stephan takes charge.
Parents banned from Florida county after leaving baby alone
Healthcare executive Sara Wilkes and husband Brian avoid prosecution after leaving their 6-month-old alone on Miramar Beach; they face fines, community service, and a ban from Walton County.
Former Kebbi APC Chairman Dies in Bandits' Captivity
Alhaji Muhammadu Mai Barga Besse, former APC chairman in Kebbi, has died in bandits' captivity, confirmed by police and a security reporter.
High-Profile Nigerians Who Have Spent Time at Kuje Prison
Omoyele Sowore was remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre after bail revocation. Legit.ng lists other high-profile Nigerians held there, including former governors, ministers, and officials.
Lagos Shuts Oshodi Market After Violent Clash; 5 Alternatives
Lagos State Government closed Oshodi Resettlement Market after traders attacked KAI officials and vandalized vehicles. Shoppers can use Tejuosho, Balogun, Arena, Idumota, or Computer Village.
Yobe Woman Arrested for Strangling Newborn Baby, Dumping Remains
The Yobe State Police Command has arrested a woman for allegedly killing her newborn baby girl in Damaturu. The baby was strangled and her remains concealed in a box and abandoned behind a mosque.
Lagos Police Seize Truck of Military Uniforms, Drugs
Lagos police arrested dozens of suspects in June 2026, recovering 14 firearms, 51 phones, and a truck loaded with 47 sacks of military camouflage uniforms and 80 cartons of illicit drugs.
Man Stranded After Lending Friend N3m for Canada Trip
A Nigerian man lent his close friend N3,000,000 for proof of funds to relocate to Canada, but the friend's father used the money to buy a motorcycle instead of repaying.
First Bank MD Receives Live Bullets at Lagos Residence
Lagos CP confirms First Bank MD Oluwasegun Alebiosu received an envelope with two live 7.62mm bullets at his residence in May 2026; police investigation ongoing.
InDrive Driver Arrested for Assaulting Female Passengers
An InDrive driver has been arrested in Panti after multiple victims accused him of molestation and assault, including stabbing and threatening to sell body parts.
Super Falcons Star and NFF Deny Bribery Claims Over WAFCON 2026
Super Falcons defender Ashley Plumptre and the NFF have denied bribery claims over WAFCON 2026 selection, calling the allegations fake and urging verification.
Police intercept truck with military camo, drugs in Lagos
Lagos police intercepted an unregistered truck carrying 47 sacks of military camouflage and 80 cartons of illicit drugs, arresting three suspects in Surulere.
Kaduna Arraigns 24 Over Mob Killing of Teacher
The Kaduna State Police Command arraigned 24 suspects over the mob killing of Malama Ummulkhair Usman, a teacher falsely accused of child theft in Maraban Jos. Over 100 more are under investigation.
Sunday Igboho Responds to Arewa Leaders' Allegations
Sunday Igboho defends his ultimatum to Fulani leaders in Oyo over kidnappings, rejecting ethnic profiling claims by Northern Elders Forum and Arewa Consultative Forum.
Oyo Police Dismiss Viral Helicopter Claim on Abducted Students
Oyo police quash viral video claiming abducted schoolchildren and teachers were moved to Kaduna via helicopter, affirming ongoing rescue operations.
Underage House Helps Face Abuse Risk, Says Twitter User
Vivian Ifeoma says using underage children as house helps indicates a mindset prone to abuse, comparing it to marrying teenagers.
Judge delays contempt ruling in Charlie Kirk killing case
A Utah judge postponed a decision on whether prosecutors violated a pretrial publicity order in the case against Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, potentially affecting death penalty eligibility.
Job Seeker Approaches Gabon President Brice Clotaire With CV
A young man who had long been job hunting approached Gabon President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema during an event, handed him his CV, and secured immediate employment after the president signed the document.
Nigerian Lady Searches for Father Missing Since Sept 2024
A Nigerian lady, Ugochi Ugwuanyi, continues to search for her father Anthony Okechukwu Cosmas Ugwuanyi, missing since September 23, 2024, and shared his photos on Father's Day.
UK Military Chief Arrives in Maiduguri for Defence Talks
UK Deputy Chief of Defence Staff Lt Gen Sir Charlie Collins visits Maiduguri to assess defence cooperation with Nigeria, supporting security and regional stability.
IGP Bars Police Officers From Unauthorized Social Media Use
IGP Olatunji Disu bars police officers from unauthorized TikTok, Facebook use, threatening suspension, salary forfeiture for defaulters to protect Force image.
Life Sentence for Man Who Murdered Two Nigerians in Canada
Kensworth Alton Francis, 31, was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of two Nigerian security guards, Tosin Amos-Arowoshegbe and Chibueze Momah, at a Vaughan nightclub in 2022.
Bandits kill six farmers in Kaduna farmland attack
Suspected bandits killed six farmers in Kujijiro farmlands, Kuyello District, Birnin Gwari, Kaduna State, on June 22, 2026, according to BEPU.
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Kebbi APC chairman's wife and son abducted: 5 recent kidnappings
Gunmen abduct Kebbi APC chairman Yusuf Alhassan's wife and son; five recent kidnappings of Nigerian politicians and family members highlight rising security concerns.
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