NDIC pays N106bn to Heritage Bank depositors, payments ongoing
NDIC has paid over N106 billion to depositors of defunct Heritage Bank, with payments ongoing for unresolved claims due to BVN, KYC issues.
Category : Security
TikTok deletes death row inmate's account after probe
TikTok account linked to convicted murderer Elijah Oyebode, who hosted live sessions from Ibara prison, has been deleted following an investigation.
Anambra Police Arrest Spiritualist After Three Children Found Dead
Police in Anambra arrested a female spiritualist after three children were found dead in her shrine. A fourth child is in critical condition.
Cocoa Farm Worker Killed in Cross River; Police Hunt Suspects
A cocoa farm worker was killed in Boki LGA, Cross River. Police are hunting three suspects. The victim, Joseph Friday, died from gunshot wounds.
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Wale Jana Blasts Jude Okoye in P-Square Feud
Businessman Wale Jana says Jude Okoye is greedy and must leave P-Square, while Peter's emotional reactions are destructive.
Ugandan footballer David Owori killed in Kampala
Ugandan international footballer David Owori, 27, was killed in Kampala when robbers attacked him with paving stones during a phone theft attempt, his club SC Villa confirmed.
Bauchi Police Recover N2.26m Stolen Roofing Sheets
Bauchi Police arrest Muktari Rufa'i, 35, and recover 460 metres of Stonecut roofing sheets valued at N2.26 million in Azare. Suspect named accomplice, at large.
Crane kills 3 in Ogun road accident on expressway
At least three persons died and three others were injured in a head-on collision involving a crane and a Benz truck along the Ijebu Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State on Wednesday, August 5.
Troops recover 147 stolen livestock, motorcycles in Sokoto
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma recovered 147 rustled livestock and 3 motorcycles in Sokoto. 101 cattle, 44 sheep, 2 camels were returned to owners.
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Troops Arrest Teenage Herders Over Farm Destruction in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested two teenage herders in Plateau State over alleged farm destruction in Jos East and Bassa LGAs, and rescued a 13-year-old herder detained by farmers.
3 Children Found Dead at Native Doctor's Compound in Anambra
Three children were found dead in a female native doctor's compound in Anambra State; a fourth child is in critical condition. Police have arrested the suspect and launched an investigation.
Rights Groups: Israeli Strike Killing Journalist Was War Crime
HRW, Amnesty, and Legal Agenda found Israel's April 2026 strike killing journalist Amal Khalil in Lebanon was a deliberate war crime, demanding an arms embargo and investigation.
Man fined for Angel of Death hospital roof stunt
Leon Gillespie, 26, fined £200 after climbing Ysbyty Glan Clwyd Hospital roof in Grim Reaper costume, causing distress and emergency response.
EFCC: Osun accounts frozen to stop fraudulent transfers
EFCC froze Osun State accounts to prevent fraudulent transfer of N11 billion federal allocations, citing suspicious fund movements since August 2, 2026.
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PSC Deploys 8 Police Commissioners, Appoints New Commandant
PSC approves redeployment of eight Commissioners of Police to state commands and appoints AIG Auwal Mohammed as Commandant of Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil.
Nigerian Banks Assure Safety After Global Cyberattack
Nigerian banks reassure customers that deposits are safe after a global cyberattack hit 35+ organisations, urging vigilance against fraud.
Bandits kill 3, injure 2 in Kaduna POS shop attack
Bandits attacked a POS shop in Galadimawa, Kaduna, killing 3 and injuring 2. Residents urge government to deploy more security.
Katsina Hisbah Bans Hotel Raids Without Court Orders
Katsina Hisbah Board orders personnel to obtain valid court orders or arrest warrants before entering hotels or private residences, effective immediately.
Soldier, four others arrested in Plateau drug raid
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested a soldier and four suspected drug peddlers in a raid on a notorious hideout in Jos North, Plateau State, recovering illicit drugs.
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US court sentences Nigerian, three others over $1.7m fraud
Adedayo Fateru, a Nigerian permanent resident, and three accomplices have been sentenced in the US for laundering $1.7 million in fraud proceeds, including COVID-19 loan scams.
Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Resigns Amid New Probe
Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns with immediate effect as the university launches a fresh investigation into his academic qualifications and career claims.
NAICOM Revokes Nigeria Reinsurance Licence, Appoints Liquidator
NAICOM cancelled Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation's licence for failing to meet capital requirements; Muiz Banire appointed liquidator, accounts frozen.
Trump Helicopter Near Miss at Reagan Airport Investigated
FAA and NTSB probe a commercial jet takeoff that coincided with Marine One's departure, raising airspace safety concerns near Reagan Airport.
US Student Visas to Indians, Chinese Drop Up to 60% in 2025
US F-1 student visas issued to Indian and Chinese nationals fell sharply in May–August 2025, with Indian visas down 60% from the 2017-2024 average, according to State Department data.
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Troops Arrest Terrorist Informant in Adamawa
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested Alhaji Sule Bako, a suspected terrorist informant, in Hong LGA, Adamawa, during Operation Desert Sanity V.
VDM Refuses Lagos Police Invitation, Cites Safety Fears
VeryDarkMan refuses Lagos police invitation over AIG Jimoh, citing safety fears. Police confirm separate probes into murder case and misconduct allegations.
NAICOM Revokes Nigeria Reinsurance Licence, Freezes Accounts
NAICOM revokes Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation's licence, freezes bank accounts, and directs policyholders to other insurers. Find out the impact and next steps.
Bandits kill woman, injure another in Plateau
Suspected Fulani bandits killed a woman and injured another in Aloghom Village, Mangu LGA, Plateau State, on August 3, 2026. Troops responded swiftly, evacuating victims to hospital.
Abuja Tremor: FG Confirms Minor Quake, Urges Calm
Abuja recorded a minor earth tremor on August 4, 2026, at 11am. Minister Dele Alake confirms, urges residents to stay calm.
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FG Approves 30-80% Salary Raise for 250,000 Nigerian Military
President Tinubu approves 30-80% salary increase for 250,000 military personnel, effective September 1, 2026, raising wage bill to ₦924 billion.
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