Ogun Court Jails 14 Waste Offenders for 2 Weeks
An Ogun State Magistrate Court sentenced 14 waste offenders to 14 days imprisonment with an option of fine for dumping refuse on public roads, risking health and flooding.
Category : Security
SA Rights Group Demands Probe Into Abuja Building Collapse
Human Rights Association calls for independent investigation into Durumi 3 building collapse that killed five workers, citing regulatory failures and substandard materials.
EU, UNODC, ECOWAS Back Nigeria's Drug Control Plan
International partners including the EU, UNODC, and ECOWAS have assured Nigeria of continued support for its 2026–2030 National Drug Control Master Plan to combat substance abuse and trafficking.
Tinubu Condemns Barbaric Killing of Abducted Oyo Teacher
President Tinubu condemns the barbaric killing of abducted teacher Michael Oyedokun in Oyo State, vows rescue of remaining victims and arrest of bandits.
DSS Re-Arrests El-Rufai in Abuja Despite Court Bail Order
The DSS re-arrested former Kaduna Governor Nasir el-Rufai in Abuja despite a court bail order. His family protests the breach of judicial directives.
Ogun Police Arrest Serial Fake Bank Transfer Suspect
Ogun State Police arrest 23-year-old Adeshola Muyiwa for serial fake bank transfer fraud in Agbado axis, with proceeds over N10 million.
Escaped Tiger Shot Dead in Leipzig After Attacking Man
A tiger escaped its enclosure in Leipzig, attacked a 72-year-old man, and was shot dead by police. Owner Carmen Zander is under scrutiny.
DSS Detains El-Rufai After Court Grants Bail
Operatives of the DSS have taken former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai into custody shortly after a court granted him bail in a case involving national security and financial allegations.
Adekunle Gold to Drag More Social Media Users to Court Over Defamation
Adekunle Gold plans more lawsuits after a court convicted an X user for cyberbullying his family, sentencing him to two years in prison.
EFCC Probes Two Over Undeclared $461,600 at Kano Airport
The EFCC Kano Zonal Directorate investigates Jamilu Shuaibu Waya and Usman Namadi for undeclared $461,600 at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, violating anti-money laundering laws.
Texas Teacher Arrested for Sex with Student in Classroom
A 38-year-old Texas high school teacher faces up to 20 years in prison for allegedly having sex with a 17-year-old student in his classroom. The relationship was exposed when another student saw them together.
Missing Alabama Woman Found Dead; Man Charged
Karen Deann Hollis, 23, missing since May 8, was found dead. Randall Lendell Dejourney, 44, faces corpse abuse charges. Autopsy pending.
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Lagos Warns Against Prank Emergency Calls
Lagos State Government says over 16 million prank calls to emergency hotlines since January 2025 are delaying response times and endangering lives.
APC Primary Violence in Ondo: Senator Escapes Gunmen Attack
Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire narrowly escaped death as armed thugs invaded the APC senatorial primary in Akure, causing panic and injuries. He condemns the exercise as a 'complete charade'.
Russian drone strikes Chinese vessel in Black Sea
Ukraine says a Russian drone struck a Chinese-owned cargo ship in the Black Sea near Odesa. No injuries were reported, and the vessel continued its voyage.
FCTA: Beggars Used as Drug Couriers in Abuja
FCTA raises alarm over criminal exploitation of beggars and disabled persons as drug couriers in Abuja, with 889 evacuated in three months.
NAFDAC Exonerates BON Bread, Urges Official Complaint Channels
NAFDAC clears BON Bread of safety violations after viral controversy. Agency urges Nigerians to use official channels for complaints, not social media.
Justice Crack Granted N5 Million Bail by Abuja Court
Federal High Court in Abuja grants bail to social media commentator Justice Chidiebere, known as 'Justice Crack,' in the sum of N5 million with strict conditions.
EFCC Probes Two Suspects Over Undeclared $461,600
The EFCC has launched an investigation into two suspects for failing to declare $461,600 at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, in violation of anti-money laundering laws.
Oyo Teachers Protest Abduction and Killing of Colleagues
Public school teachers in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have withdrawn services and suspended academic activities to protest the abduction and killing of a colleague by suspected terrorists.
11-Year-Old Girl Gives Birth After Alleged Rape in South Africa
An 11-year-old girl in Atlantis, South Africa, gave birth after being raped by her mother's boyfriend. The suspect and mother have been arrested.
Security Guard Assaults Lawyer at Abuja Federal High Court
A viral video shows a security guard physically assaulting a lawyer at the Federal High Court in Abuja, sparking outrage from activist Omoyele Sowore.
Car Crash Injures Many in Lagos Tricycle Collision
A Honda vehicle crashed into two commercial tricycles at Federal Bus Stop in Lagos, injuring about 10 people. The driver swerved to avoid a street sweeper but lost control.
APC Primary in Ondo Disrupted by Gunshots, Senator Escapes
Pandemonium erupted at APC senatorial primary in Ondo as thugs attacked Senator Adegbomire's supporters, firing shots and wielding machetes. Journalists and residents fled for safety.
Bandits Behead Abducted Oyo Teacher in New Video
Bandits have beheaded Michael Oyedokun, a teacher abducted from Community High School in Oyo State. Governor Makinde confirms killing, arrests six suspects.
Man Arrests Mechanic Over Missing Catalytic Converter
A man recounts how he had his mechanic arrested after discovering his car's catalytic converter was replaced with a less effective part during a repair.
Nigerian Banks Race to Meet CBN's Cybersecurity Deadline
Nigerian banks face pressure to meet CBN's June 2026 cybersecurity deadline. Major banks progress but smaller institutions lag, risking system-wide vulnerabilities.
Marketers to Challenge Dangote Refinery Lawsuit on Import Permits
Petrol marketers under DAPPMAN vow to resist Dangote Refinery's lawsuit challenging new import licenses, citing investment of over $1 billion and warning against monopoly.
Edo Police Arrest Three Kidnappers, Kill One, Rescue Victim
Edo State Police arrested three suspected kidnappers and killed one in a gun duel in Uhunmwonde LGA, rescuing a 56-year-old victim unharmed.
Missing Woman Found Dead, Man Charged with Corpse Abuse
Karen Deann Hollis, 23, missing for 8 days, found dead in Greene County. Randall Lendell Dejourney, 44, charged with corpse abuse. Autopsy pending.
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