Gunmen Kill 20 in Plateau State Midnight Attack on Binper
Gunmen killed over 20 people in Binper community, Mangu LGA, Plateau State, in a midnight attack, with several injured and missing.
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Denmark Publishes List of 17 Banned Foreign Preachers
Denmark has published an official sanction list naming 17 foreign religious preachers barred from entering the country, with bans lasting two years each, effective from dates ranging November 2024 to August 2026.
Nigeria: 256 Kidnap Victims, 445 Casualties in Two Weeks
Nigeria recorded 256 kidnap victims and 445 casualties in two weeks, according to a new report. The figures highlight ongoing security challenges across the country.
Anglican Church Rejects Oluyin's Demand for Governor's Chair
Babamuboni Memorial Anglican Church in Iyin-Ekiti has refused the Oluyin's request to hand over the chair used by Governor Oyebanji, citing ecclesiastical law and its reconstruction.
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Ogogo's daughter seeks urgent cure as actor battles stage four cancer
Veteran actor Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo) battles stage four cancer; daughter appeals for medical or herbal treatment as hospitals refuse care and he cannot fly abroad.
Ekiti Court Grants Bail to Two Herders in Unlawful Grazing Case
Two herders, Shehu Umaru and Muhammadu Riskua, were arraigned in Ado-Ekiti for unlawful grazing in Itapaji-Ekiti. They pleaded not guilty and were granted N50,000 bail each. The case continues on September 14.
Philippine Student Killed in Livestreamed School Shooting
A ninth-grade student shot a classmate dead at Ateneo de Zamboanga University before turning the gun on himself. The attack was livestreamed on Facebook.
US Blocks Legal Immigration, Nigeria Among 39 Affected
Trump administration restricts nearly all legal immigration routes, affecting Nigerians and others. NFAP projects 1.5-2.4 million fewer legal immigrants by term end, with lawsuits pending.
Bandits Kill 28 in Sokoto, Army GOC Visits Kebbe
Bandits killed at least 28 people in Ungushi community, Kebbe LGA, Sokoto State, on Sunday. The Army GOC visited Kebbe, and Atiku called for federal action.
Police arrest 4 over murder, kidnapping in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom Police arrest four suspects in connection with a July 12, 2026 armed robbery, murder and kidnapping in Etinan LGA. Two alleged gang members and two receivers of stolen items are in custody.
Beauty Tukura Slams David Martins Over Abuse Claims
BBNaija star Beauty Tukura calls photographer David Martins a 'foolish goat' after his wife Alicia Daniella accused him of domestic violence, urging a boycott of his business.
IGP Disu: Mob Violence Participants Face Death Penalty
IGP Tunji Disu warns Nigerians that mob violence participants, including bystanders and online sharers, face prosecution, citing death penalty for murder and 14 years for conspiracy.
Ogogo's Daughter Cries Out as Hospitals Refuse Cancer Treatment
Lima, daughter of Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, reveals hospitals refuse to treat his stage 4 cancer, pleading for medical experts, not money.
Nigerian Arrested in Vietnam Drug Trafficking Case
Vietnamese authorities arrested a Nigerian man, Izuchukwu Calistus Odionye, for drug trafficking after customs found 2kg of meth and heroin in electric water heaters at Lao Bao border gate.
Troops Rescue Woman Abducted in 2017 in Borno
Troops rescued 25-year-old Rukaya Mohammed and her two children in Borno after she was abducted in 2017 and forced into child marriage. She escaped amid terrorist infighting.
Nigerian arrested in Vietnam for drug trafficking
A Nigerian national, Izuchukwu Calistus Odionye, was arrested in Vietnam for allegedly receiving drugs smuggled from Laos, with 2kg of meth and heroin seized.
Ogun Police Arrest Two Suspected One Chance Robbery Members
Ogun State Police VCRU arrested two suspected 'one chance' robbery syndicate members in Abeokuta on August 15, following intelligence. They confessed and efforts continue to apprehend fleeing members.
Nigerian Man Accuses Wife of Physical Assault
Wilson Dakom, a Nigerian man, accuses his wife of physical assault, sharing photos of facial injuries and sparking a social media debate on domestic abuse.
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Man Arrested for Allegedly Hacking Mother to Death in Ondo
Samuel Akoade allegedly killed his mother, Mrs Olufunke Akoade, with a machete in Ore, Ondo State. Police recovered the weapon and arrested him. Case transferred to SCID.
French Press Alliance Files Complaint Against Google AI Summaries
APIG, representing 300 French newspapers, has lodged a complaint with France's competition authority over Google's AI-generated search summaries, citing traffic drops of 33-38% and demanding fair compensation.
UNIZIK Students Strip Lecturer Over Assault Allegation
Angry students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University stripped a lecturer over alleged sexual molestation. University orders investigation.
Five dead, 10 injured in two Kano building collapses
Five people died and 10 were injured in two building collapses in Kano State, including a construction site in Gaida and a religious school in Kurna, according to the Kano State Fire Service.
Benue Attack: 22 Corpses Recovered After Armed Invaders Storm Communities
Suspected armed attackers killed several and injured others in Ukum LGA, Benue State, with 22 corpses recovered, officials say.
Plateau Police Detain Officer for Shooting Unarmed Trader
Plateau State Police have detained an officer for shooting an unarmed trader in Riyom LGA. The victim is hospitalized, and the Commissioner has ordered a probe.
Teacher arrested for setting wife ablaze in Lokoja
Police in Kogi State arrested teacher Jacob Irewa for allegedly pouring petrol on his wife, Berida, and setting her ablaze during a domestic dispute. She survived and is receiving treatment.
Army Adjusts Security in Sokoto After Kebbe Attack
The Nigerian Army has adjusted its security architecture around Kebbe LGA in Sokoto State after Friday's attack, following intelligence that terrorists were still close by, according to the GOC 8 Division.
19-year-old arrested for stealing newborn in Kebbi
Khadija Ibrahim, 19, was arrested for allegedly stealing a newborn in Kebbi State. The baby was recovered and reunited with the biological mother. The suspect remains in custody.
Lagos impounds 175 vehicles over dealer plate misuse
The Lagos State Government has impounded 175 vehicles for violating dealer number plate regulations, the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, announced on Monday.
BBNaija: Neche quits 'Show Ya Sef' citing personal matters
MultiChoice Nigeria confirms Chinaecherem 'Neche' Maduagwu voluntarily exited BBNaija Season 11 on August 16, 2026, due to pressing personal matters, leaving fans and housemates surprised.
NDLEA Destroys 4,628.9kg Cannabis in Edo, Arrests 10
The NDLEA Edo Command destroyed 4,628.9kg of suspected cannabis in two plantations and arrested 10 suspects in separate operations, the state commander said.
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