The Federal High Court in Abuja has rejected Ihuoma Nneji's bid to stop her arrest over alleged cyberstalking, criminal defamation and injurious falsehood, affirming the police's power to investigate.
Polaris Bank has debunked reports claiming 34 persons died in a fire at its Broad Street branch in Lagos, confirming no casualties and ongoing investigations.
A preliminary report from Niger's military government says 11 soldiers and 22 terrorists died in an attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey early Thursday.
US President Donald Trump said no one intentionally attacked a girls' school in Iran during the February conflict, as investigation continues into the strike that killed over 175 children and teachers.
ADC supporters in Ekiti State pledge to vote for governorship candidate Dare Bejide to combat insecurity and kidnapping, citing his experience and promises of safety, jobs, and education reforms.
Police in Ekiti State are taking measures to prevent voter inducement and vote-buying during the governorship election, including deploying security personnel and intensifying voter education on the Electoral Act 2026.
Niger State Police arrested nine suspects for armed robbery, culpable homicide, and selling stolen motorcycles in Suleja and FCT. Investigations led to recoveries of firearms and other exhibits.
IPI Nigeria urges security agencies to abandon arrests and intimidation of journalists, advocating dialogue and judicial processes to resolve disputes, citing over 412 press attacks since 2023.
Police in Anambra State have arrested two men suspected of killing a 33-year-old married woman in Oraifite. The suspects confessed to the crime, claiming a romantic motive.
Nigeria's information minister Mohammed Idris calls on media to stop publicizing terrorists, emphasizing responsible journalism for national security.
The Nigeria Football Referees’ Association condemns the assault on match officials after the President’s Federation Cup semi-final, calling for decisive action and enhanced security.
Gunmen killed the district head of Gwande, Saf Samuel Alaket, in an ambush in Plateau State. The attack occurred Tuesday evening near the Sha-Daffo boundary.
Police probe the death of Maimuna Salisu, 13, a student at St. Louis Secondary School, Kano, after family alleges foul play and conflicting accounts from school authorities.
A 23-year-old nursing student, Vivian Chilaka, was found dead in her off-campus hostel in Alor, Anambra State, with signs of violence. The landlord has been arrested.
The Nigeria Police Force has appointed CSP Iniedu Okokon as the new Force Public Relations Officer, replacing DCP Anthony Placid, who was redeployed after three months.
Nnamdi Kanu dissolved the third Directorate of State of IPOB and inaugurated a fourth DOS. In retaliation, former DOS leader Chikadibia Edoziem suspended Kanu as IPOB leader and Radio Biafra director.
The Anambra State House of Assembly has called for the speedy prosecution of Chisom Chukwuyere, accused of brutalising a 10-year-old boy, and urged Governor Soludo to enforce the Child Rights Law.
Actress Nafeesat, known for her role in Kaddara, questioned marriage's value for independent women, sparking intense online debate and criticism.
A Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Safiya Salihu and Halima Abdullahi to 20 years each for aiding and abetting bandit leader Kachallah Ibrahim Battujo.
Former NAPTIP boss Julie Donli condemns the brutal assault of a 10-year-old boy in Anambra, urging justice and stronger child protection. Police arrest three suspects.
The police have implemented a multi-layered security plan to ensure a large voter turnout for the Ekiti governorship election, promising protection for voters during and after the poll.
Enugu State Commissioner for Health, Prof. George Ugwu, alerts the public to counterfeit Augmentin 625mg tablets with fake batch number AC3N, urging vigilance and reporting.
NAFDAC intercepted three tankers of suspected smuggled vegetable oil and a truckload of soap worth N500 million, entering Nigeria illegally via land borders.
The NSCDC has deployed 5,500 operatives for the Ekiti governorship election, with strict orders to remain apolitical and neutral.
The FRSC held a 2026 promotion examination for 10,005 personnel using ICT to ensure transparency, with remote participation for staff abroad.
A Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Zakaria Garba to death by hanging for his role in the 2014 Nyanya motor park bombing that killed over 70 people.
An Anambra State High Court granted native doctor Johnpaul Ezenagu N50 million bail on June 19, 2025, over alleged ritual practices under the state's Homeland Security Law.
Two police officers were injured after suspected assailants attacked and set ablaze the Isan Police Station in Oye LGA, Ekiti State on Friday evening. One officer is in a coma.
Police clarify that violence in Isan-Ekiti, including a police station attack, stemmed from a community football match, not the governorship election.
A magistrate in Akwa Ibom ordered a complainant and journalists out of court during a criminal case over cattle farm destruction, sparking press freedom concerns.