TYF Calls for Stronger Security Strategies as Insecurity Grows
Think Yoruba First organization demands urgent reassessment of national security strategies, citing attacks on CRIN staff and Oyo forest breaches as signs of worsening crisis.
Category : Security
Zulum: Worst Days of Boko Haram Over in Borno
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum announces the end of the 17-year Boko Haram insurgency, citing military successes and community resilience, while warning against political exploitation.
South African Man Finds Car Stripped Hours After Theft
A South African man named Rulph discovered his stolen car completely stripped of all valuable parts, leaving only a shell, just hours after it was taken by suspected hijackers in a shocking incident.
Man Escapes Kidnappers, Says Three Still Held by Herdsmen
A man kidnapped by herdsmen returns home after escaping, detailing his ordeal and revealing three others, including a woman facing abuse, remain captive in the hideout.
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NDLEA Arrests 39 Drug Suspects, Secures 12 Convictions in Rivers
NDLEA Rivers State Command has arrested 39 suspected drug dealers, including three females, and secured 12 convictions in a four-month operation. Over 14.83kg of drugs were seized, with 16 new cases under investigation.
Police Warn Criminals in Delta, Ogun for Eid-el-Fitr Security
Delta and Ogun State Police Commands have deployed personnel and intensified security measures at worship centers and flashpoints to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, warning criminals to steer clear.
Opposition, CSOs Flay FG Over 46% Killings Surge, Worst Rating
Nigeria ranks fourth in Global Terrorism Index 2026 with a 46% surge in killings, as opposition and civil society groups blame government inattention and corruption for worsening insecurity.
Group Seeks Probe of Lagos Police Over Alleged Abuses
The Renewal Group calls on President Tinubu to investigate Lagos State Commissioner of Police Moshood Jimoh and Task Force Chairman CSP Adetayo Akerele for illegal operations and human rights violations, citing property seizures and extrajudicial actions.
Zamfara College Staff Killed After N20m Ransom Paid
Gunmen have killed Bashar Sani, a senior staff member at Zamfara State College of Education, after his family paid a N20 million ransom. The victim died from torture and injuries sustained during 42 days of captivity.
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Ogun Security Recovers 20 Rustled Cows, Hunts Suspects
Ogun State's So-Safe Corps recovered over 20 cows from rustlers in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, after a swift response to a distress call. The injured guard was hospitalized, and efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects continue.
8M Nigerians Vulnerable to Telegram Cyberattacks
A new report reveals that 8 million Nigerian Telegram users face escalating cyber threats, with criminal networks adapting quickly to enforcement despite record takedowns.
Defence HQ Denies CDS Accused Borno, Yobe of Terrorism
The Defence Headquarters clarifies that the Chief of Defence Staff did not accuse Borno and Yobe residents of complicity in terrorism, emphasizing community partnership and collective responsibility in the fight against insurgency.
FBI Probes Former Counterterrorism Head for Leaks
The FBI is investigating Joe Kent, former U.S. National Counterterrorism Center director, for alleged leaks of classified information, with sources indicating the probe predates his resignation over the Iran war.
17 Motorists Convicted for Traffic Offenses on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A Federal Road Safety Corps mobile court in Ogun State has convicted 17 drivers for various traffic violations along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway at Ogere axis, with officials emphasizing strict enforcement to improve road safety.
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Ogun Monarchs Lead Anti-GBV Community Sensitization
Traditional rulers in Ogun State have intensified advocacy against gender-based violence, urging men to protect women and girls while strengthening family values through a men-only town hall meeting.
IGP Charges Two in Court for Impersonation and Cybercrime
The Inspector General of Police has taken Adebayo Aliu and Fatuntele Lukmon Tunde to the Federal High Court in Abuja for impersonation and creating a fraudulent platform to solicit online engagement, promising N500,000 to victims.
Police Unearth Shallow Grave, Crack Murder Plot in Rivers
Rivers State Police have made a breakthrough in a murder case, arresting a suspect who confessed to the killing of Shedrack Ogadinma Chukwem. The body was exhumed from a shallow grave, and a manhunt is ongoing for other suspects and the alleged mastermind
Police Boost Security in Ogun, Oyo, Delta for Eid-el-Fitr
Police in Ogun, Oyo, and Delta states intensify security measures, deploying personnel to worship centers and strategic locations to ensure peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebrations and warn against criminal activities.
NAFDAC Busts N3bn Fake Drug Ring, Exposing Security Threat
NAFDAC's seizure of over 10 million doses of counterfeit medicines in Lagos reveals a deep criminal penetration into Nigeria's pharmaceutical supply chain, posing severe public health and national security risks.
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Woman Destroys TV with Knife Over Phone Call
A Ghanaian woman in Osino, Eastern Region, used a knife to destroy her boyfriend's new television after another woman called his phone, with the incident captured in a viral video.
Danish Aid Worker Marks 2 Years Since Rescue of 'Witch' Toddler
Anja Ringgren Lovén commemorates the second anniversary of rescuing Hope, a toddler abandoned in Akwa Ibom after being branded a witch, sharing a heartfelt tribute on social media.
Truck Crashes into Anambra Church, Ignites Fire
A fully loaded lorry crashed into St. Matthias Catholic Church in Agulu, Anambra State, causing a significant fire outbreak. The incident occurred late Wednesday, March 18, 2026, leading to gridlock as firefighters worked to contain the blaze. No casualti
Sultan Urges Military to Take War to Terrorists After Maiduguri Attacks
Sultan of Sokoto Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar calls on Nigerian military to adopt proactive strategy against terrorism following deadly Maiduguri bombings that killed 23 people.
Imo CP Assures Hitch-Free Eid-El-Fitr with Enhanced Security
Imo State Police Commissioner Audu Garba Bosso has pledged a secure Eid-El-Fitr celebration, deploying personnel to mosques and public spaces while parading 75 suspects for crimes like kidnapping and cultism.
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Christians Share Ramadan Meals in Jos Amid Terror Threats
In a powerful display of interfaith unity, Christians in Jos, Plateau State, prepared and distributed meals to Muslims during Ramadan 2026, despite ongoing terrorist attacks in the region. The gesture highlights humanity over religion.
Nigeria Fourth Most Terrorized Country in 2025 Global Index
The Global Terrorism Index 2026 reveals Nigeria as the world's fourth most terrorized nation, with a 46% surge in fatalities attributed to ISWAP and Boko Haram activities.
Pilgrim Arrested for Allegedly Trying to Kill Father in Medina
A pilgrim was arrested in Saudi Arabia after allegedly attempting to strangle his sick father inside the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, believing it would guarantee the father's entry into paradise.
NYSC Official Arrested Over Corps Member's Death After Abortion
An NYSC official in Ogun State has been arrested following the death of a female corps member, Victoria Ariyo, who died from complications after an abortion procedure. The official, Abass Olalekan, is suspected of involvement in the incident.
Taraba Attack: 8 Killed, Including 3 Police Officers
Suspected militia gunmen attacked Tor-Damisa community in Taraba State, killing three police officers and five civilians. The assault prompted a joint security response to restore order.
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PDP Slams Tinubu Over Nigeria's 4th Place in Terror Index
The PDP has condemned President Tinubu and the APC following Nigeria's ranking as the fourth most impacted country by terrorism globally, citing a 46% rise in fatalities and worsening insecurity.
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