One Dead, One Injured in Delaware Hospital Shooting
A shooting at Wilmington Hospital left one dead and one injured. The suspect, a 23-year-old man, was arrested in Philadelphia. Police believe it was a targeted incident.
Category : Security
NYSC Blacklists 3 Kebbi LGAs Over Insecurity, Halts Postings
The National Youth Service Corps has blacklisted three local government areas in Kebbi State for corps postings due to escalating insecurity, citing safety concerns.
Lakurawa Attack: 20 Killed in Kebbi Village, Vows Action
Suspected Lakurawa insurgents killed at least 20 in Kebbi's Fasken Rafi village. Deputy Governor leads delegation, Emir calls for legal self-defence amid rising security fears.
Ojudu Slams Bianca Ojukwu Over Prison Dance Video
Former senator Babafemi Ojudu has criticized Minister of Foreign Affairs Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu for dancing with Nigerian inmates in Ethiopia, saying it sends the wrong message about crime and punishment.
Ojukwu University Dismisses Five Staff for Misconduct
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University has dismissed five staff members, including two professors, for sexual abuse, harassment, extortion, and other misconduct.
Gas Bubbling Crisis in Bille Community Raises Fears
Residents of Bille, Rivers State, face gas seepage from abandoned oil wells, contaminating water and air, with experts warning of imminent explosion risks.
46 Illegal Immigrants Arrested in Ogun State
Nigerian Army, SSS, NSCDC, and NIS arrested 46 suspected illegal immigrants in Ogun State. The suspects, from Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Togo, and Senegal, were transferred to Immigration for investigation.
Armed Bandits Kill Farmer in Kaduna Village
Armed bandits killed a farmer, Baba Bala, in Kasuwar Magani, Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State. Residents call for security action amid rising attacks on farms and communities.
Nigeria Arraigns Over 400 Terrorism Suspects in Abuja
The Nigerian government has begun arraigning over 400 terrorism suspects before Federal High Court judges in Abuja, with the Attorney General leading the prosecution.
ISWAP Expanding Control into Northern Cameroon's Darak
ISWAP is expanding into Cameroon's Darak district, exploiting weak state presence and using propaganda, coercion, and violence to gain control.
Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering, Burying Girlfriend
A 33-year-old man, Ifechukwu Okechukwu, has been arrested for allegedly murdering and secretly burying his 23-year-old girlfriend in Anambra State, Nigeria.
Military Repels Lakurawa Terrorists in Kebbi, Recovers RPGs
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma repelled Lakurawa terrorists in Kebbi State, recovering RPG launchers, explosives, and equipment during a clearance operation.
Rivers Police Enforce Number Plate Law for Security
Rivers State Police begin enforcing laws against vehicles with obscured or unregistered number plates to prevent crime, with impoundment and prosecution for violators.
Military Launches Offensive in Katsina After General's Death
Nigerian troops launched Operation CLEAN SWEEP III in Katsina State after retired Major General Rabe Abubakar died in bandit captivity. The offensive targets terrorist enclaves.
Troops Arrest ISWAP Collaborator in Gwoza Plot
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested a suspected ISWAP/Boko Haram collaborator attempting to lure Hybrid Forces into an ambush in Gwoza, Borno State.
Son Says Retired General Died a Martyr in Bandits' Hands
Isyaka Rabe-Abubakar says his father, retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, died a martyr after being abducted by bandits. The family accepts his death as God's will while his wife remains captive.
Troops Arrest ISWAP Collaborator in Borno, Rescue Six in Zamfara
Nigerian troops arrested a suspected ISWAP/Boko Haram collaborator in Gwoza IDP camp and rescued six kidnapped victims in Zamfara amid ongoing operations.
Military Rescues Six Kidnap Victims in Zamfara
Troops of Operation Fasan Yamma rescued six kidnap victims who escaped from captivity after military pressure and air interdiction in Zamfara State.
AGF Leads Mass Terrorism Trial of Over 400 Suspects in Abuja
The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, is leading the prosecution of over 400 terrorism suspects in Abuja, signaling the government's tough stance on insecurity.
Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Parties (17.06.2026)
Federal High Court orders INEC to deregister ADC, Accord, AA, APP, and ZLP for failing to meet constitutional requirements, impacting 2027 elections and upcoming off-cycle polls.
Conflicting Accounts Over Retired General Body Recovery
Contradictory reports surround the recovery of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar's body, with family disputing official cause of death and questioning how remains were retrieved while his wife remains captive.
Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Two Over Stolen Tricycle, Recover Drugs
Akwa Ibom police arrest two suspects for stealing a tricycle worth N1 million. In a separate raid, they recover crystal meth, a toy firearm, and ritual items.
South Africa: Xenophobic Attacks Hurt Creative Industry
South Africa's Minister of Justice reveals xenophobic attacks are causing artists to lose bookings across Africa and harming businesses abroad, as the government tries to counter negative perceptions.
Igbo Language Used to Foil Kidnappers in Abia Rescue
A tricycle operator abducted with a female farmer in Abia State used Igbo to secretly reveal their location, leading to rescue by relatives and security operatives.
Court jails farmer, businessman, father of 11 for Boko Haram
A Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced three men to prison for Boko Haram-related offences, including concealing information and terrorism financing.
NDLEA auctions drug traffickers' hotel, properties for N6.15bn
The NDLEA auctioned a six-storey hotel in Lagos and three other properties from convicted drug traffickers for a total of N6.15 billion, sending a strong message against illicit drug trade.
Court Orders INEC to Deregister Five Political Parties
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered INEC to deregister five political parties, including Accord, for failing to meet constitutional performance thresholds.
FCT Police Arrest Four Suspected Kidnappers, Dismantle Camp
FCT Police arrested four suspected kidnappers and dismantled a terrorist camp in Paze-Byazhin hills. The operation disrupted a criminal network involved in kidnapping and banditry.
Ukrainian Teen Escapes Russian Indoctrination in Kherson
Svitlana, 18, fled Russian-occupied Kherson after enduring forced Russification, propaganda, and threats. She now studies in Kyiv, but fears for her family left behind.
Troops Rescue Widow of Slain Retired General in Katsina
Amina Abubakar, widow of late Major General Rabe Abubakar, was rescued by troops in Katsina State during operations against bandits. She was abducted alongside her husband in May.
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