Bandits abduct wife, son of Kebbi APC LG chairman
Suspected bandits abducted the wife and son of the APC chairman of Yauri LGA, Kebbi State, from his residence on June 22, 2026. Security analyst Bakatsine confirmed the attack.
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Adichie's husband vows justice over son's death at Euracare
Dr Ivara Esege, husband of Chimamanda Adichie, says his family will not relent until justice is served for their 21-month-old son who died at Euracare Hospital in Lagos.
Benue Family Loses 7 in Boat Capsize After Burial
Seven members of a Benue family drowned when their boat capsized on River Benue while returning from their mother's burial, sparking calls for safer water transport.
Sowore Refuses Black Maria After Court Orders Detention
Omoyele Sowore resisted arrest after a Federal High Court ordered his remand at Kuje Correctional Centre, refusing to enter a Black Maria. A video shows his objection. Bail hearing set for June 24, 2026.
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14-Year-Old Killed in Osun Attack, Police Hunt Tanfeani
Suspected hoodlums shot dead 14-year-old Ezekiel Olapade and injured another near Irepodun LG Secretariat in Osun State; police are hunting notorious thug Saheed 'Tanfeani'.
Sowore protests transfer to Kuje prison in Black Maria
Omoyele Sowore resisted Kuje prison officials' attempt to transfer him in a Black Maria after a court ordered his remand over cybercrime charges. Video shows him kicking and shouting.
Abia Assault Victim Speaks: Rejected Advances Led to Attack
Amarachi, the woman assaulted in a viral Abia video, says attacker Agwu Ukpo acted after she rejected his sexual advances because she is married.
Troops arrest suspected ISWAP spy, Boko Haram suppliers in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested a suspected ISWAP spy and two Boko Haram logistics suppliers in separate operations in Borno State, recovering various items.
El-Rufai phone-tapping trial: Court plays Arise TV interview
Deji Adeyanju testified as second prosecution witness in Nasir El-Rufai's phone-tapping case at Federal High Court Abuja after court played video of El-Rufai's Arise TV interview.
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Nigeria Emergency Numbers by State: Full List of Police Hotlines
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Oyo School Abduction: Police Chief Gives Rescue Update
Deputy Inspector General of Police Adegoke Fayoade assures Nigerians that security agencies are working intensively to secure the release of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, declining to comment on ransom demands.
14-year-old shot dead by hoodlums near Osun LG secretariat
A 14-year-old boy, Ezekiel Olapade, was shot dead by suspected hoodlums near Irepodun Local Government Secretariat in Ilobu, Osun State. Another person was injured.
Driving with Worn-Out Tyres Attracts ₦3,000 FRSC Fine
Driving with worn-out tyres in Nigeria attracts a ₦3,000 fine. Learn the full list of FRSC traffic offences and penalties, including dangerous driving fines and impoundment fees.
Sowore Remanded in Custody, Bail Revocation Hearing Adjourned
Federal High Court orders Omoyele Sowore to remain in custody pending hearing on bail revocation. Court rejects bias allegation, adjourns to June 24. DSS prosecutes Sowore over social media claims against President Tinubu.
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Protesters Block Ibadan Road Over Kidnappings, Strand Commuters
Take It Back Movement protesters blocked Iwo Road in Ibadan, stranding commuters and demanding rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State.
Couple stripped naked, paraded with ward's body
A couple in southeastern Nigeria was arrested after allegedly murdering their ward. Villagers stripped them naked and paraded them with the victim's exhumed body.
Russian journalist who exposed Putin dies in Latvia
Russian journalist Grigory Nekhoroshev, who broke the story of Putin's alleged relationship with Alina Kabaeva, died in Latvia after accidentally eating toxic mushrooms, according to friends.
Court remands Sowore in Kuje prison after bail revocation
Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court Abuja has remanded activist Omoyele Sowore at Kuje prison after revoking his bail over failure to appear in court for cybercrime trial.
Troops Arrest Two Underage Herders in Plateau Grazing Case
Troops arrested two underage herders, aged 9 and 10, for illegal grazing on restricted land in Riyom LGA, Plateau. MACBAN contacted to trace custodians.
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Bandits kill 18 in fresh Plateau attack, youth leader confirms
At least 18 people were killed and others injured in an attack by suspected Fulani bandits in Kawel village, Bokkos LGA, Plateau State, on Sunday night.
Lassa fever death toll hits 214, fatality rate rises to 25%
Lassa fever has killed 214 people in Nigeria this year, with the case fatality rate rising to 25% from 18.9% in 2025, according to the NCDC.
14-Year-Old Charged with Murder of Jamal Coombes
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article after 17-year-old Jamal Coombes was fatally stabbed in Battersea, south London. Two other teenagers have been released on bail.
Man Slams Eating at Alexx Ekubo's Funeral
A Nigerian man, Akachukwu God'swill Paul Agudosi, criticized attendees eating at Alexx Ekubo's burial in Arochukwu, Abia State, calling it inappropriate.
Niger State Shuts Two Unity Bank Branches Over N1.7bn Tax Debt
NGSIRS sealed two Unity Bank branches in Minna over an alleged N1.7bn tax debt for 2022-2024, following a court order and the bank's failure to respond to multiple tax notices.
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Six Arrested After Adwoa Safo Injured in Ghana Shooting
Six private security guards arrested after former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo was injured in a shooting at a Kwabenya residence. Police recover firearms and continue investigations.
Gombe Police Recover Stolen Toyota Highlander After 5 Years
The Gombe State Police Command recovered a Toyota Highlander stolen in Port Harcourt five years ago, during a routine verification with FRSC on June 8, 2026.
Fulani Group Challenges Igboho, Urges Tinubu and Makinde to Intervene
Concerned Fulani People of Nigeria urges President Tinubu and Oyo Governor Makinde to intervene after Sunday Igboho issued a two-hour ultimatum to Fulani leaders over abduction claims, warning against ethnic profiling.
Trump Warns Iran Over Hezbollah Support and Hormuz
Trump warns Iran to stop backing Hezbollah or face renewed US strikes, and cautions against closing the Strait of Hormuz, threatening severe consequences.
Lassa Fever Kills 214 in Nigeria, Fatality Rate Hits 25%
Lassa fever has killed 214 people in Nigeria, with the case fatality rate rising to 25% in Week 23 of 2026, according to the NCDC.
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Ondo Pastor's Son Freed After 3 Weeks in Captivity
A nine-year-old boy, Victor Oluwatobi, abducted in Ondo State, has been rescued unharmed after three weeks in captivity through joint security efforts.
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