Senators Avert Fire Outbreak at National Assembly
A brief fire scare at the National Assembly in Abuja was swiftly contained by lawmakers and officials after a fire broke out in the Senate wing, with no casualties reported.
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Nigerian Man Escapes Prison Van in London, Police Hunt
Temitope Segun, 25, escaped from a prison van in Woolwich, London, after assaulting a guard. Police urge public to call 999 if seen.
Pastor Gets 49 Years for Raping Daughter in Akwa Ibom
An Akwa Ibom High Court sentenced Apostle Williams Okon Bassey to 49 years for raping and impregnating his teenage daughter. The victim was 13 when the abuse began.
Fire Scare Disrupts Senate Wing at National Assembly Complex
A brief fire outbreak caused panic in the Senate wing of the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, forcing lawmakers and staff to evacuate. No casualties were recorded.
Borno Stakeholders Deny Kaigama Group’s Rescue Claims
Stakeholders from Ngoshe community in Borno deny Kaigama group’s claims of rescuing 416 abductees, calling them false and misleading.
Stage Collapse at Osun Event, Gov Adeleke Affected
A stage collapsed at Governor Adeleke's re-election campaign event in Osun, leaving officials injured. Video trends online.
EFCC Arraigns Blessing CEO Over N13 Million Fraud Case
The EFCC has arraigned Blessing CEO in a Lagos court over a fresh N13 million fraud case involving obtaining money under false pretences.
Trump Vows New Attacks on Iran, Calls Tehran Suckers
US President Trump threatens new attacks on Iran, accusing Tehran of stalling nuclear talks and playing America for suckers amid rising Middle East tensions.
Kebbi Cleric Dies in Bandits' Captivity
A JIBWIS cleric, Alhaji Muhammad Maibarga, has died in bandits' captivity in Kebbi State. He was kidnapped alongside a former APC chairman.
DSS Alerts 3 States on Terrorist Plans for Mass Abductions
The DSS has reportedly warned Edo, Kogi, and Nasarawa states of planned mass kidnappings in schools, urging heightened security measures. The leaked memo has sparked public reactions.
Fire Engulfs Senate Wing at National Assembly in Abuja
A fire outbreak in the Senate wing of the National Assembly in Abuja caused panic on Wednesday, with emergency responders rushing to contain the blaze.
EFCC Arraigns Man for N90.9M Money Laundering
The EFCC arraigned Fidelix Samuel Ebuka in Lagos for allegedly laundering N90.9 million. He pleaded not guilty and was remanded pending bail hearing.
Edo Recruits 1,000 Forest Guards to Combat Insecurity
Edo State recruits 1,000 forest guards to secure forests and farmlands from kidnappers and bandits, with additional personnel from NSA directive.
Kogi Attack: Obi Says Schools Assault on Nigeria's Future
Peter Obi condemns bandit attack on Kogi school, killing vice principal and abducting students, calling it a direct assault on Nigeria's future.
Reps to Vote on State Police Constitutional Amendment Thursday
Nigeria's House of Representatives will vote Thursday on constitutional amendments to establish state police, aiming to address rising insecurity across the country.
Fake Pilot Flew for 17 Years, Arrested in Canada
Geoffrey Wall captained over 900 flights for Air Canada from 2009 to 2025 without a valid ATPL-A licence. He was arrested on June 1, 2026, facing fraud and forgery charges.
Bandits Killed, 5 Rescued in Abuja Security Operation
Two bandits were killed and five kidnapped victims rescued in Abuja's Bwari Area Council. Police recover AK-47 rifles, arrest suspects, and continue hunt for fleeing gang members.
Ebonyi College Attack: Hoodlums, Not Bandits, Provost Says
Provost of Ebonyi College of Health Science and Technology confirms hoodlum attack on female hostel, injuring nine students. No students missing, valuables stolen.
Rainstorm Kills Woman, Granddaughter in Bauchi
A rainstorm in Bauchi State killed a 50-year-old woman and her 4-year-old granddaughter, destroyed houses and property worth millions of naira.
Tenant destroys POP fittings after rent doubled in PH
A tenant in Port Harcourt destroyed POP ceilings and fittings he installed after his landlord reportedly doubled the rent, sparking online debate.
Gunmen Abduct Osun LG Vice Chairman Debo Farounbi
Gunmen abducted the Vice Chairman of Ifedayo Local Government Area in Osun State, Mr Debo Farounbi, during an attack in Ora community. Military rescue efforts freed three others.
Convicted Rapist Freed by Mistake in UK Flees to Bosnia
Bernadin Dedic, 48, convicted of raping a woman at knifepoint, was accidentally released from a UK prison and fled to Bosnia. He was tried in absentia and found guilty on all counts.
Lagos Police Arrest Cult Suspect, Recover Pistol
Lagos police arrested 22-year-old Odeshola Afeez, a suspected cultist and armed robber, recovering a pistol, cartridge, and charms in Ebute Metta.
Kogi Govt Mourns Iluke Bandit Attack Victims
Kogi State Government condemns bandit attack on Iluke community, killing three. Security forces rescue students, neutralize one attacker, and pursue fleeing criminals.
Kogi Govt Mourns Iluke Attack Victims, Vows to Combat Banditry
Kogi State Government mourns three killed in bandit attack on Iluke community, commends security forces for rescuing students and vows to bring perpetrators to justice.
Nigerians Seek Owners of Nine New Airtime Lending Firms
Nigerians are questioning the ownership of nine new companies entering the airtime lending market, amid calls for transparency in the lucrative sector.
Edo Governor Shuts Schools Over DSS Leaked Memo
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo ordered the closure of secondary schools in Akoko-Edo LGA following a leaked DSS memo warning of planned mass abductions of schoolchildren.
Blessing CEO Breaks Silence After EFCC Remand Over Fraud
Blessing CEO responds to fraud charges from EFCC, says she will rest in prison while perfecting bail. She faces three cases totaling over N118 million.
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Nigeria Police Crackdown on Unregistered Vehicles
The Nigeria Police Force begins a nationwide crackdown on vehicles without registration plates. IGP Disu deploys DIGs to geopolitical zones and orders enforcement against unregistered vehicles.
Yobe Police Arrest Eight in Drug Raid, Recover Weapons
Yobe State Police Command arrests eight suspects for drug-related offences, seizes Indian hemp, weapons in Damaturu raid.
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