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Category : Security
Senator Shehu Buba rejects banditry links, cites smear campaign
Senator Shehu Buba denies viral videos linking him to banditry, calls them fabricated, and reveals legal actions, including a defamation suit and cyberstalking charges against five suspects.
Crocodile handler dies after mauling at PNG wildlife park
A crocodile handler has died after being mauled by a crocodile at Adventure Park in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on September 5. The worker, from the Western Islands, lost a leg before succumbing to injuries the next morning.
Missing Nigerian Woman Found Safe in Qatar Hospital
Saratu Jibo, 37, missing after arriving in Doha, Qatar, has been found safe in a hospital after falling ill. Her brother confirmed the news on Sunday, September 6.
NDC Office Attacked in Rivers State, Billboards Destroyed
Suspected political thugs attacked the NDC secretariat in Emohua LGA, Rivers State, destroying billboards and campaign materials. Candidate Hon. Fugbara Ohaka condemns the attack and urges security agencies to investigate.
US Green Card Lottery: 19 Countries Barred from DV-2026
The US State Department has barred nationals of 19 countries, including Nigeria, from the DV-2026 Diversity Visa lottery, with 51,850 visas available for fiscal year 2026.
NELFUND Debunks Fake Life Imprisonment Claim for Loan Defaulters
NELFUND has debunked a viral fake newspaper front page claiming President Tinubu approved life imprisonment for students who fail to repay education loans, confirming no such policy exists.
Nigeria Only African Country Barred From US Green Card Lottery 2026
Nigeria is the only African nation barred from the US DV-2026 Diversity Visa lottery, with 49 other African countries eligible. The programme received 20,822,624 qualified entries.
Ogun So-Safe Arrests Man, 34, for Burglary, Attempted Rape
The Ogun State So-Safe Corps arrested a 34-year-old man for burglary and attempted rape in Ilogbo. He allegedly broke into a home, stole appliances, and chased the victim with scissors.
Tragedy in Akure: Three Siblings Found Dead Near River
Three siblings, including 11-year-old twins and a five-year-old girl, were found dead near a river in Akure, Ondo State. Police have launched an investigation.
Gaza Mass Funeral for 100 Recovered From Zeitoun Rubble
Thousands gathered in Gaza City's Zeitoun for a mass funeral for 100 victims recovered from rubble, as Gaza's Health Ministry reports 73,651 deaths since October 2023.
Nepal: 64-year-old woman rescued alive 10 days after floods
A 64-year-old Nepali woman, Chandrika Shrestha, was pulled alive from mud and debris in Nuwakot district 10 days after catastrophic floods killed at least 1,375 people and left over 5,000 missing.
Egyptian TV Presenter Sentenced to Death for Drug Charges
Egyptian court sentences TV presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others to death for drug and weapons charges, confirmed after religious review.
Businessman dies after penis filler procedure in Thailand
Igho Ubiribo, 43, died from a pulmonary embolism after a penis filler injection in Thailand. A UK coroner linked the hyaluronic acid filler to his death, renewing warnings about cosmetic procedures.
Autopsy: Davido's Friend Died After Bangkok Filler Procedure
An inquest found that Igho Ubiribo, 43, died from a pulmonary blood clot blockage caused by hyaluronic acid filler injected at a Bangkok clinic in March.
Sarah Martins: Dispatch Rider Sending Nudes, Life Under Threat
Nollywood actress Sarah Martins publicly warns dispatch rider Opeyemi over alleged sexual harassment, revealing he sends explicit images and threatens legal action if behavior persists.
Bodies of 2 Missing French Fishermen Found After Trawler Sank
French prosecutors confirm divers recovered the bodies of two fishermen missing since the Maranello trawler sank off Plymouth on August 29, after weather improved.
Peller Denies Defamation, Tells Buchi 'You Aren't the Only One Bearing Buchi'
Streamer Peller denies defaming Solomon Buchi, clarifying his comments targeted a different fan named Buchi, after Buchi reported him to UK police.
Brookings Outlines 4 Global Fallouts of US-Israel War on Iran
Brookings Institution analysis warns of global security, energy, and strategic shifts from the 2026 US-Israel war on Iran, including Hormuz blockade and US military strain.
Six Killed in Adamawa Crash, Police Confirm
Six people died when a truck hit a tricycle in Girei LGA, Adamawa, on Sept 4. Police confirmed the deaths, with three victims identified as university students.
Lagos Govt Fires Back at Tunde Ednut Over Waste Video
Lagos Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab says Tunde Ednut's viral Mushin waste video is outdated, urging content creators to verify facts before publishing.
Gang-rape victim returned to Calabar street after rescue
A young gang-rape victim in Calabar, Cross River State, has been returned to the street where she was found, sparking fears she may be abused again, according to reports.
US Strikes 3 Iran-Linked Tankers After Warship Attack
US Central Command permanently disabled two Iran-linked tankers and destroyed a third in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island, after Tehran targeted two American warships, escalating tensions.
APM Dares Tinubu, Musa to Drive Without Escorts Amid Insecurity
APM challenges President Tinubu and Defence Minister Christopher Musa to travel Nigerian roads without armed escorts, citing the 2026 Global Terrorism Index ranking Nigeria as the fourth most insecure country.
Maryam Adepoju Becomes First Doctor in Her Family, Shares Emotional Post
Maryam Adepoju, a Nigerian lady, becomes the first medical doctor in her family, announcing the milestone on X with her full name and drawing widespread congratulatory reactions.
British-Nigerian influencer dies after penis enlargement in Thailand
British-Nigerian influencer Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo, 43, died from a pulmonary embolism after a penis enlargement procedure in Bangkok, an inquest has ruled.
Celestial Church Pastor Kills Wife, Dies by Suicide in Ogun
Pastor Bidemi Odukoya of CCC allegedly macheted his wife to death over infidelity, then died by suicide by running into a speeding truck in Ogun State.
How to Buy Cheap Cars from Nigeria Customs Service Auction
Learn the 7 steps to buy cheap cars from Nigeria Customs Service e-Auction: register with TIN, pay fees, bid, and collect items within deadlines.
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested for alleged domestic battery
Popular YouTuber Jack Doherty, 22, was arrested in Fort Lauderdale on September 4 for alleged domestic battery, held without bond, no court date set.
Sambisa Forest as Big as Belgium Hinders Rescue Ops
Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa says Sambisa Forest's size, comparable to Belgium, complicates rescue of kidnap victims, though troops rescue many daily.
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