Men Drown in Kano Fleeing Phone Snatchers

Two 18-year-old men, Sadiq and Auwal Isyaku, drowned in Kano after falling into an open water body while escaping suspected phone snatchers. The Kano State Fire Service confirmed the tragic incident.

Joey Barton Arrested Over Alleged Assault Near Golf Club

Former Premier League footballer Joey Barton has been arrested on suspicion of section 18 wounding after a man was attacked near Huyton and Prescot Golf Club. The 43-year-old podcaster and another man are in custody as police investigate the incident.

Abuja Developer Nwaora Faces 7 Forgery Charges in Court

The FCT High Court has approved the arraignment of EFAB Properties CEO Fabian Nwaora on multiple forgery charges. Police allege he forged passports and company documents for fraudulent purposes, with trial set for March 16.

Nigerian Military Loses 3 Commanding Officers in 7 Days

The Nigerian military has suffered devastating losses with three commanding officers killed in separate attacks within one week in Borno state as ISWAP escalates operations. Security experts warn of continuing insurgent threats.

Mom Sentenced After Son Dies in Hot Car During Lip Fillers

A California mother has been sentenced to 15 years to life in prison after her one-year-old son died in a hot car while she received lip filler injections. Maya Hernandez pleaded no contest to involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment charges.

Lagos Police Ban Covered Plates, Unregistered Vehicles

Lagos State Police Commissioner CP Jimoh Olohundare announces a ban on covered vehicle number plates, certain tinted glasses, and unregistered vehicles. The directive follows IGP orders to enhance professionalism and community policing.

US Labels Sudanese Group Terrorist Amid Iran Conflict

The United States has declared the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization, citing Iranian training. This move comes as US-Israel tensions with Iran escalate, sparking global reactions and concerns over regional instability.

Police Kill 3 Bandits After Traditional Ruler Murder in Benue

Benue State Police neutralised three suspected bandits in a gun battle following the abduction and killing of a 67-year-old traditional ruler in Katsina-Ala LGA. The incident occurred on March 7, 2026, with security forces launching combing operations.

Rihanna's Mansion Shot Up in Beverly Hills Attack

New images reveal bullet holes across Rihanna's Beverly Hills mansion after a woman armed with an AR-15-style rifle attacked the property. The singer was home during the incident, but no one was injured.

POS Operator Killed by Armed Robbers in Benue

A point-of-sale operator, Raphael Luther Akpetomun, was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers in Gboko, Benue State, on Sunday evening, March 8, 2026. The assailants fled with an undisclosed sum of cash, and police have yet to comment.

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