Illegal Pharmacy Operator, Three Others Jailed Eight Years
A Federal High Court in Calabar sentenced Isidora Ezea and three others to 8.5 years for operating unregistered pharmacy premises and illegally dispensing medicines.
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Emeka Ike Protests at INEC Over NDC Primary Irregularities
Veteran actor Emeka Ike led a protest at INEC Abuja after losing NDC House of Reps primaries, accusing officials of rigging and disenfranchising aspirants.
Rainstorm Destroys Over 100 Houses in Plateau Community
Over 100 houses destroyed, families displaced after rainstorm ravages Tom Gangare community in Riyom LGA, Plateau State. NEMA, SEMA urged to intervene.
One Killed, 30 Abducted in Pre-Dawn Raid in Kogi
Armed bandits invaded Ayegunle Bunu community in Kogi State, killing one and abducting 30 others. The gunmen also intercepted commercial vehicles on the highway.
Kaduna Police Foil Cattle Rustling, Recover 245 Cows
Kaduna Police thwarted two cattle rustling attempts in Igabi and Hunkuyi LGAs, recovering 245 cows and rescuing captives. Joint operations with vigilantes led to bandits fleeing.
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Presidency defends silence on Oyo schoolchildren rescue
Presidential aide Dada Olusegun explains the government's refusal to share rescue updates on abducted Oyo schoolchildren, citing security risks as kidnappers monitor social media.
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Nigerians Paid N2.23 Trillion Ransom Despite N9 Trillion Security Spend
NBS report reveals Nigerian households paid N2.23 trillion in ransom from May 2023 to April 2024, with 2.24 million kidnapping incidents, despite over N9 trillion allocated to security agencies.
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Voter data security questioned after Wike's aide shares INEC screenshot
Concerns over voter data security have emerged after Wike's aide Lere Olayinka shared screenshots from an INEC database, sparking calls for clarification from the electoral commission.
Ogun Residents Rally Against Kidnapping, Demand School Shutdowns
Ogun State residents protest the abduction of 39 schoolchildren in Oyo, demanding school closures and government action against insecurity.
Security Beefed Up in Ibadan Over Abduction Protest
Security heightened in Ibadan as protesters demand rescue of 39 pupils and 7 teachers abducted in Oyo State. Police and NSCDC deployed to key locations.
Wike Apologises for Roaming Cattle on Abuja Roads
Minister Nyesom Wike apologises for cattle on Abuja roads, assures residents of ongoing infrastructure projects across FCT area councils.
Former Councillor Godwin Vonga Assassinated in Plateau
Godwin Vonga, a former councillor in Plateau state, was assassinated on Sunday night while returning home after dropping off his children. The community mourns and calls for justice.
NSCDC Mining Marshals Commander Faults Police Report
The NSCDC Mining Marshals commander, John Onoja, rejects a police report linking an officer to ₦2 billion in suspicious transactions, alleging blackmail by foreign illegal miners.
US-Nigeria Airstrike Kills 21 ISWAP Fighters in Borno
A coordinated US-Nigeria airstrike killed 21 ISWAP fighters in Borno State, part of ongoing counterterrorism operations in Nigeria's North-East.
Dutch Police Drag Pregnant Woman by Hair in Viral Video
A viral video shows Dutch police forcefully throwing a pregnant woman to the ground and dragging her by the hair in Zeist, sparking outrage online.
Gunmen kill seven, injure many in Plateau attack
Gunmen suspected to be herders attacked Gwon-Ajang village in Barkin Ladi LGA, Plateau, killing at least seven and wounding over ten others on Sunday night.
Lagos Records 6,753 GBV Cases, Justice for 2,460 Survivors
Lagos State reports 6,753 GBV cases in 2025, with 2,460 survivors obtaining justice. Officials highlight prosecution of 116 offenders and support for 3,099 victims.
CIA Officer with Gold Bars Tied to Trump Deputy Defense Secretary
A veteran CIA officer arrested with millions in gold bars has ties to Stephen Feinberg, Deputy Defense Secretary under Trump, reports say.
Trump Claims Perfect Score on Cognitive Test; Experts Question
Trump boasts perfect 30/30 on cognitive test, calling it 'extreme intelligence.' Experts question repeated testing and heart scans as doctor declares him fit.
Soldiers, Masqueraders Clash at Kogi Festival, Two Dead
A violent clash between soldiers and masqueraders at the Echane Masquerade Festival in Kogi State left two dead, including a PoS operator, and several injured.
Nasboi Questions Tinubu Over Insecurity, Urges Action
Nigerian singer Nasboi challenges President Tinubu on insecurity, asking why stronger measures haven't been taken against bandits and terrorists.
Kenyan Woman Kills Two Children, Commits Suicide Over Polygamy
A 30-year-old Kenyan woman allegedly set her house ablaze, killing two children and herself, after her husband planned to marry a second wife.
Jigawa Police Arrest Robbers, Cattle Rustlers
Jigawa State Police arrest multiple suspects linked to armed robbery, kidnapping, cattle rustling, and theft. Commissioner reaffirms commitment to public safety.
MAPOLY Expels 365 HND Students Over Fake Credentials
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic expelled 365 HND students after a verification exercise revealed they used fake ND results and forged transcripts to gain admission.
I-CARE, NDLEA Anti-Drug Campaign in Abuja Market
I-CARE and NDLEA sensitized traders in Gwagwalada Market on drug abuse dangers, stressing mental health and avoiding alcohol mixing.
Terrorists Kill 1, Abduct Over 30 in Kogi Bus Attack
One person was killed and over 30 abducted when suspected terrorists attacked a commercial bus in Kabba-Bunu LGA, Kogi State, early Monday.
Sickle Cell Patient Lists 9 Odd Comments From Doctors
A Nigerian woman with sickle cell disease shares nine unprofessional remarks doctors made to her, sparking online reactions about medical insensitivity.
Police Hunt Killers, Arsonists After Kwara Mob Attack
Kwara police launch manhunt for suspects in mob attack that killed two, burned bodies, and destroyed 10 buildings in Ilesha Baruba.
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Tinubu approves 1,000 forest guards, deploys tactical unit
President Tinubu approves 1,000 forest guards and a special tactical unit to rescue abducted Oyo pupils and teachers, as NUT begins indefinite strike.
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MAPOLY Expels 365 HND Students Over Academic Fraud
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) has expelled 365 HND students for using falsified ND results and forged transcripts to gain admission into the institution.
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