FG Deploys 79 Ambulances to Tertiary Hospitals
The Federal Government has deployed 79 ambulances to tertiary hospitals to enhance emergency medical response, improve patient outcomes, and boost local manufacturing.
Category : Security
Court Acquits Man of Defilement and Abduction over Lack of Evidence
A Lagos court acquitted Dauda Salami of defilement and abduction after prosecutors failed to produce key witnesses, including the alleged victim and her mother.
Experts Urge Intelligence-Driven Security, Financial Crackdown
Security experts advise Nigeria to adopt intelligence-led operations and dismantle criminal financing networks to address complex insecurity challenges across all regions.
Firm Warns of Security Flaws Amid Cyber Threats
Digital Encode Limited warns of widespread cybersecurity flaws in Nigeria, citing preventable misconfigurations and credential exposure as key causes of recent breaches.
Stakeholders Demand Swift Prosecution of GBV Perpetrators
Stakeholders call for swift prosecution of GBV perpetrators at a FIDA forum, stressing the need for law enforcement to ensure offenders face justice and deter future crimes.
One Killed, Farmlands Destroyed in Plateau Attacks
A 52-year-old man was killed and farmlands destroyed in Riyom and Barkin Ladi, Plateau State. The Berom Youth Moulders Association condemns the attacks, urging government action.
Senate Raises Sugar Tax, Passes Malaria Agency Bill
The Nigerian Senate approved a new excise duty on sugar-sweetened beverages and passed a bill to establish the National Agency for Malaria Elimination to strengthen public health.
US Kills ISIS Leader in Nigeria, Announces Active Cooperation
The US has intensified counterterrorism partnership with Nigeria, announcing joint operations that eliminated the second-in-command of global ISIS. Ongoing cooperation aims to enhance Nigeria's security capacity.
Cocaine in Child's Lunchbox Leads to Charges for Parents
Two Philadelphia parents face child endangerment charges after daycare staff found cocaine in their child's lunchbox. Police later discovered drugs and paraphernalia at home.
Four NYSC Members, Soldier Die in Adamawa Crash
Six persons, including four NYSC members and a soldier, were burnt to death in a head-on collision along Girei-Song road in Adamawa State.
Five Kwara ECWA worshippers die in captivity despite ransom
Five worshippers abducted from ECWA church in Kwara State have died in captivity after ransom payment. Three others remain held.
Pakistani Men Sentenced to Death for Gang-Rape of French Tourist
Two Pakistani men convicted of gang-raping a French tourist in front of her children in 2020 have lost their appeal and will be executed by hanging.
Adeniyi Johnson Decries Rising Insecurity in Nigeria
Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson laments growing insecurity in Nigeria, questioning why citizens can't sleep with eyes closed despite promises of peace.
Bandits Abduct Woman, Toddler in Kogi Community
Armed bandits attacked Ijalu area of Egbe in Kogi State, abducting Mrs. Idowu Kemi Titilayo and her toddler. Community calls for security intervention.
Gunmen Kill Village Head in Plateau, Troops Recover Body
Gunmen killed village head Joshua Bulus in Dyan, Plateau State. Troops discovered his body with machete wounds. Investigations ongoing.
Nine farmers killed, others missing in Zamfara attack
Bandits killed at least nine farmers and left others missing after attacking farmlands in Zamfara State, ignoring earlier warnings to stop cultivation.
Owo Church Attack: Bishop Says Justice Served but Scars Remain
Bishop Jude Arogundade reflects on the 2022 Owo church attack that killed 41 worshippers, noting that while four terrorists were sentenced to death, the community still heals.
Father Halts Wedding Over Suitor's Refusal to Help Wash Car
A Nigerian father called off his daughter's introduction ceremony after the suitor failed to help him wash his car, sparking debate on social media about cultural expectations and red flags.
Student Bank Balance Sparks Online Trends
A student's bank account balance has gone viral online, sparking widespread reactions from netizens. Details emerge as social media trends.
Bandits Kill 5 Abducted ECWA Worshippers in Kwara
Terrorists killed five worshippers abducted from ECWA Omugo church in Kwara state after community paid N20 million ransom. Three captives remain in critical condition.
IOM Calls for Dignified Terminology for Voluntary Returnees
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) urges media to distinguish forced deportation from Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) to protect returnees' dignity.
Man Dies in Abandoned Well in Kano While Retrieving Phone
A 45-year-old man, Yusuf Usman, died after falling into an abandoned well in Kano State while trying to retrieve a mobile phone. Authorities urge residents to cover wells.
Edo Police Deny Student Kidnapping Reports
Edo State Police Command refutes social media claims of student abduction at Green Park Academy, labeling them false and warning against panic-inducing misinformation.
MTN XtraTime Delay Sparks User Frustration, Airtel Praised
A social media user hails Airtel as best as MTN delays XtraTime return, despite FCCPC suspension allowing rivals to resume airtime loans.
Man Dies Retrieving Phone from Abandoned Well in Kano
A 45-year-old man, Yusuf Usman, died after falling into an abandoned well while trying to retrieve a mobile phone in Kano State. The fire service confirmed the incident.
Owo Church Attack: Four Sentenced to Death by Hanging
Federal High Court in Abuja sentences four men to death for 2022 Owo church attack that killed over 40 worshippers; fifth defendant acquitted.
Oyo Police Probe Attack on NIS Passport Office in Ogbomosho
Oyo Police investigate a night attack on the NIS passport office in Ogbomosho where five assailants stole a rifle and assaulted officers. Residents urged to stay vigilant.
Cross River Labour Demands Halt to Worker Verification
Organized Labour in Cross River State orders workers to withdraw from an online audit over alleged inclusion of the Contributory Pension Scheme without consultation.
Kobape Royal Selection Dispute: Indigenes Reject Nominee
Indigenes of Oba in Egbaland reject Chief Tolu Lambert Oyesiku Taylor's nomination as Olu of Kobape, citing flawed process and unilateral decision by former Governor Olusegun Osoba.
FG Plans Relocation of Colonial-Era Prisons
The Federal Government targets relocation of colonial-era correctional centres like Suleja and Ikoyi prisons, citing security and rehabilitation progress.
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