Senator Joseph Ikpea calls on Nigerians, especially Edo Central constituents, to be security-conscious and report suspicious activities to authorities, emphasizing collective responsibility.
Two high-profile ISWAP commanders surrender in Borno, while the Senate calls for intensified surveillance against terrorists showcasing crimes on social media.
Ibrahim Kashim, NDC governorship candidate for Bauchi, denies evading arrest after a bench warrant was issued over alleged defamatory remarks against two lawyers.
The Nigerian Army confirms Cameroonian soldiers entered Danare in Cross River State. Youths challenged the incursion. Army says situation is under control after engagement with Cameroonian authorities.
The Senate reversed a committee's arrest order for ex-NNPCL CEO Mele Kyari over a N210 trillion probe, rebuked Senator Oshiomhole for inflammatory remarks, and faces a court suit by Falana over the audit report.
Petralon 54 Limited refutes a media report claiming its appeal stalled Dawes Island Field dispute proceedings, clarifying the appeal was filed in 2025 and did not halt the trial.
Oyo Police dismiss social media claims of Lukarawa terrorist infiltration in Ogbomoso, calling them false and misleading. Security has been intensified with covert deployments and community partnerships.
Residents of Oja Agbe market in Ifo, Ogun State, protest a 35-year-old dumpsite, warning of cholera outbreak risks. They urge government action to evacuate refuse and restore environmental safety.
Lagos State government reassures residents after a dramatised anti-kidnapping exercise at Ijaiye Ojokoro Junior College caused widespread panic among parents and the community.
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has recovered the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder from the Bombardier Challenger jet that landed on a highway in Delta state.
Nigeria renews commitment to eliminate child labour by 2030 amid concerns that 25 million children are still engaged, with weak enforcement and poverty fueling the crisis.
Lagos First Lady Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu urges stakeholders to deepen advocacy and collective action against drug abuse during the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
Concerns over a possible cybersecurity breach on the Nigeria Education Management Information System (NEMIS), raising questions about data security.
Petralon 54 Limited has faulted a media report on the Appeal Court's position in the Dawes Island Field dispute, calling it misleading and clarifying that its appeal did not stall proceedings.
Nigeria lost voting rights at the International Labour Conference in Geneva due to unpaid financial obligations, raising concerns about its influence on global labour governance.
A Federal High Court in Lagos convicted 11 Indian sailors and their vessel MV Aruna Hulya for importing 31.5kg of cocaine, fining them $6 million. NDLEA chief warns drug networks.
Police operatives, vigilantes, forest guards, and local youths rescued two kidnapped victims in Ohuhu, Abia State, after a ransom demand of N10 million.
NIMC orders audit of all vendors and partners after warning against data breaches that expose Nigerians' personal data, citing rising insecurity and cybercrime.
A police officer and a cyclist died in separate accidents on the Choba-Emohua bridge in Rivers State within two days, raising safety concerns.
Ogun State Police foiled a kidnap attempt on a Chinese national, arresting Chinedu Onwuemena and Jimoh Ojo on June 9, 2026. The suspects allegedly planned to demand N50 million ransom.
A 12-year-old boy died after choking at a Yonkers middle school, possibly due to the 'One Bite' TikTok challenge. Police are investigating.
Thai police arrested alleged Nigerian drug kingpin Ikenna Patrick Azubuike after a dramatic operation, seizing cocaine, cash, and assets worth over 700,000 baht.
A 41-year-old Nigerian woman died after falling from a balcony during a police raid on a suspected meth lab in Delhi, India. Police seized chemicals and narcotics.
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Oyo State Government faces backlash after abducted school principal disputes claims that bandits demanded ₦1 billion ransom and Sharia law. Muslim groups and activists criticize officials for spreading unverified information.
Thabile Sibeko's inflammatory remarks as Nigerians are repatriated from South Africa spark outrage. Over 1,000 register for voluntary return amid xenophobic violence.
Ogun State Police foiled the kidnap of a Chinese national, arresting two suspects who demanded N50 million ransom. The suspects include an interpreter.
The National Boundary Commission reaffirms commitment to strengthening Nigeria's border governance, supporting Defence Ministry reforms to address security challenges and improve territorial integrity.
Kaduna State Government approves Safe Schools Policy, security kits, health regulatory bill, and road projects to enhance safety, education, and infrastructure.
Katsina State Police Command arrested 225 suspects and rescued 17 abducted persons in May. 109 cases charged to court, recoveries include animals, vehicles, and drugs.
Edo High Court sentenced five to death by hanging for kidnapping and murdering lawyer Iyoha Osobase in 2020, while acquitting a sixth defendant.