Nigeria faces a wave of coordinated school abductions across regions, reviving fears of a political pattern linked to election cycles. Over 80 children and teachers were taken in a single day, prompting urgent calls for security reforms.
The FCT Police Command debunks reports of an attempted kidnapping at Phase 1 Primary School in Gbagalape, Nyanya, after investigation found no incident.
Berom Youth Moulders Association reports rising sexual harassment of women in Plateau rural communities, urging authorities to act.
Gunmen invaded Igbosi in Ondo State, injuring residents and abducting a nine-year-old boy. Police have launched an investigation and rescue efforts.
NARD condemns the assault and arrest of a doctor and two health workers after a patient's death at Mother and Child Hospital, Mowe, demanding justice and security.
Fuji musicians Kwam 1 and Obesere call on Yoruba leaders, including Sunday Igboho and Gani Adams, to unite against rising insecurity, kidnapping, and killings in Nigeria.
Omoyele Sowore refused to enter defence in his cyberbullying trial, citing fear of his lawyers. He applied for judge's recusal, claiming bias.
Grace Ogunleye, Vice Chairman of Ilejemeje LGA in Ekiti, was arraigned for conspiracy and self-kidnapping. The court remanded her at Ado-Ekiti Correctional Centre pending legal advice.
The Anambra State Government arraigned eight suspected fake pastors before a high court in Awka for violating the Homeland Security Law 2025. The Agunechemba vigilante group guarded the defendants into court.
Suspected Boko Haram or ISWAP insurgents killed eight soldiers in an overnight attack on a Nigerian Army base in Borno State. The attack occurred early Friday on the Mandara-Burtai road. The army has yet to comment.
Governor Seyi Makinde restricts commercial motorcycle operations between 10:30 PM and 5:30 AM across Oyo State to enhance security and combat crime.
American journalist Thomas Weir Pauken II pleads guilty to conspiring to obtain US state secrets for China, facing up to 10 years in prison.
A Borno State High Court ordered the interim forfeiture of a property linked to a N345 million investment scam, as EFCC investigates alleged wheat offal fraud.
The Defence Headquarters calls on Nigerian schools to enhance security measures following recent abductions, outlining six steps including surveillance, community engagement, and emergency planning.
Akwa Ibom Speaker Udeme Otong suspends press secretary Emmanuel Ebong for issuing an unauthorised statement on the Assembly's return to its chambers, sparking controversy.
The Federal High Court in Lagos has reserved ruling until June 9 on Blessing CEO's bail application. She faces EFCC prosecution for alleged N36 million fraud.
Rivers State police arrest three suspects for luring a commercial driver to a fake traditional marriage ceremony, killing him, and stealing his vehicle. His body was found in a shallow grave.
The story of Zuleikha Al-Shayeb, an Algerian resistance fighter tortured by French colonial forces in 1957, symbolizes African resilience against brutal colonialism.
Federal High Court Judge Akintayo Aluko withdrew from a $42.5 million rice import fraud case after a petition accused him of misconduct and bias, citing the need for impartiality.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde hosted a Nigerian Air Force delegation, confirming the deployment of surveillance aircraft to combat abductions in the state.
Imo Police Commissioner Audu Bosso decorates 500 promoted officers, urging them to uphold zero tolerance for corruption, extortion, and human rights abuses.
The Ondo State Police Command confirmed a bandit attack in Idogun Ido-Ani community, abducting a nine-year-old boy. Security forces have launched a search and rescue operation.
MFM directs all branches to end programmes by 8pm and suspend vigils due to security concerns. The directive aims to protect members amid rising threats.
Two fatalities occurred in Lagos after a truck crashed into an SUV and a building collapsed. Emergency services responded to both incidents.
Nollywood actress Ini Edo criticizes the Nigerian government over worsening insecurity, accusing leaders of sacrificing innocent lives for power.
Edo State Police arrest TikToker 'Aza Woman' for fabricating a false mass abduction report involving students in Benin City, causing public panic.
Nigeria Police rescue former Minister Adebayo Adelabu's sister and twin sons, kill two kidnappers in Oyo State. Public criticizes unequal response.
Nigeria Police rescued Mrs Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons from kidnappers. Two suspects were killed in the operation.
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents attacked a Nigerian Army base in Borno State, killing at least eight soldiers and injuring several others during heavy rainfall.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned indefinitely a suit seeking the deregistration of ADC, Accord Party, AA, and others, following a stay of proceedings granted by the Court of Appeal.