Woman Arrested for Abandoning Child After Seer's Advice
A woman was apprehended by community members in Edo State after allegedly abandoning her 5-year-old child following advice from a self-proclaimed seer to throw the child into a river.
Category : Security
Manchester School Lockdown: Three Pupils Stabbed
Co-op Academy in Manchester was locked down after three pupils were stabbed. A schoolgirl has been arrested, but injuries are not serious.
Church Building Collapses in Edo, Owner Faces Prosecution
A two-storey church building under renovation collapsed in Edo State. Officials say the owner ignored warnings and will be prosecuted. No casualties reported.
US Visa Denial Blocks Africa's Best Referee from World Cup
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied a US visa, missing the 2026 World Cup. Reasons include vetting concerns, sparking debate on immigration policies.
Kaduna Hajj Boss Confirms Sacrifices for All Pilgrims
Kaduna State Hajj chairman clarifies that Hadaya sacrifices were performed for all pilgrims who paid through the agency, addressing complaints of missing evidence.
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt on Chinese Expatriates in Ogun
Nigerian Army and Police foiled a kidnap attempt on Chinese expatriates in Ogun State. Four hostages were killed by fleeing attackers during a gunfight.
PA Linked to Adelabu Family Kidnap Case, Police Reveal
Oyo State Police reveal a personal assistant linked to the Adelabu family allegedly collaborated with kidnappers in the abduction of the former minister's sister and her two children in Ibadan.
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NLC, TUC Threaten Strike Over Insecurity in Nigeria
Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress threaten nationwide strike over rising insecurity, citing kidnappings, banditry, and terror attacks that paralyze daily life.
Rob Reiner's Son Demands Inheritance Awaiting Trial
The son of late movie director Rob Reiner is demanding his inheritance while in jail awaiting trial for the murder of his parents.
Tinubu's Aide Olusegun Dada Faces Criticism Over Old Tweets
Olusegun Dada, Tinubu's media aide, faces backlash after old tweets criticizing Jonathan over Chibok girls resurface, contradicting his claim that APC never celebrated misfortunes.
David Sullivan accused of preying on teenage models
David Sullivan, West Ham co-owner, faces allegations of preying on teenage models for sex, as revealed by BBC Panorama. He denies claims and plans to sue for libel.
Trump: Pilots safe after US helicopter downed near Hormuz
US President Donald Trump confirmed two pilots are uninjured after a US military helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz. Investigations are ongoing.
Underage IDP Girl Rescued from Guest House in Benue
A guest house manager in Makurdi rescued an underage IDP girl lured by a man promising food. The suspect fled when authorities were called.
China Slams US Blacklist of Alibaba, Baidu, Others
China condemns US blacklist of Alibaba, Baidu, and other tech firms, calling it unfair suppression. Pentagon adds companies to military-linked list, sparking backlash.
Man stabbed to death in Nsukka, suspect flees
A young man named Nnaemeka Ishiwu was fatally stabbed in Nsukka, Enugu State. The suspect, Ifeanyi Chukwuma, is reportedly on the run. Family seeks public help.
Bandits Kill Customer, Abduct Two Staff in Kogi
Suspected bandits attacked Aluta Bar Relaxation in Kogi, killing one customer and abducting a manager and a female attendant. Security forces engaged them in a gunfight.
Diddy's Associate Wins Dismissal of Sex Trafficking Case
A judge dismissed sex trafficking and sexual battery claims against Kristina Khorram, Diddy's longtime associate, due to lack of evidence from accuser Phillip Pines.
Cross River Seals Clinic Over Patient Death After Surgery
Cross River taskforce seals Safe Hands Maternity Clinic in Calabar after a patient died post-surgery. Clinic lacked licences, ran by unqualified staff, and operated in substandard conditions.
US Revokes Iran's World Cup Ticket Allocation for Fans
Iran accuses the US of withdrawing its allocated World Cup tickets for supporters, citing diplomatic tensions, as FIFA rules are challenged.
Russian attacks kill three in Ukraine; Zelenskiy upbeat on US talks
Russian drone and missile strikes on Kharkiv kill three, including a pregnant woman. Zelenskiy holds positive talks with US envoys amid ongoing war.
Bandits Kill Man, Abduct Brother in Abuja's Kubwa
Bandits killed a man and abducted his brother in Kubwa, Abuja. The attack occurred at Arab Road's new quarry layout late Sunday night.
Freed Boko Haram captives recount horrors: woman loses family
Over 350 freed Boko Haram captives in Borno share ordeals. A woman lost her husband and three children during three months in captivity in the Mandara Mountains.
UK-Based Nigerian Man on Staying Silent During Political Talk
A Nigerian man in the UK chose to remain silent during a political discussion with white colleagues, fearing Nigeria's political state might be brought up. His post sparked reactions online.
NSIB Probes Warri-Itakpe Derailment, Four Dead
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has launched an investigation into the Warri-Itakpe train derailment that killed four passengers. The NSIB Director-General leads the team.
VDM Urges Tinubu to Meet Kidnappers' Demand in Oyo Abduction
Social media critic VDM appeals to President Tinubu to consider kidnappers' demand for release of prisoners after new video of abducted Oyo schoolchildren surfaces.
Ogun govt links Ijebu-Ode gas emissions to tectonic activity
Ogun State Government says gas emissions in Ijebu-Ode may be from tectonic activity along a fault line, orders pipeline shutdown after over 200 students hospitalized.
Nigerians Spent N50bn on US Visa Applications Despite Drop
Nigerians spent over N50bn on US visa applications from 2023-2024, yet approvals fell 23% in 2024 due to tougher immigration rules and policy changes.
Viral Instagram Video Not Linked to Oyo School Abduction
A fact-check reveals that a viral Instagram video is not connected to the Oyo school abduction. Audio and reverse image searches trace it to a banditry incident in Kebbi State.
Bishop Backs Soludo's Arrest of 8 Pastors Over Fake Miracles
Archbishop Emma David Okaforagu praises Anambra Governor Charles Soludo for arresting eight pastors accused of staging fake miracles to defraud worshippers.
Edo Police Bust Wife's Staged Kidnapping Scam
Edo State Police arrest four suspects in a ₦50 million ransom scam, revealing a wife faked her own kidnapping with the help of accomplices.
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