Peter Obi Slams Terrorist Orders as Governance Breakdown
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi reacts to reports of terrorists issuing orders to communities in Sokoto State, calling it a national emergency and failure of governance.
Category : Security
Woman Recounts Iron Rod Assault at Ozoro Festival
A Nigerian woman shares a chilling account of a past 'raping festival' in Ozoro, Delta, where a pastor's daughter was brutally assaulted with an iron rod. The incident has sparked outrage and arrests.
Troops Arrest Two Boko Haram Collaborators in Borno
Operation Hadin Kai troops have apprehended two high-profile terrorist collaborators in Borno State's Biu Local Government Area. The suspects were arrested at Miringa Market following intelligence reports linking them to sleeper cell coordination and arms
Army Foils Terrorist Propaganda, Ensures Peaceful Eid in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai countered false claims by Boko Haram and ISWAP, maintaining control over Ngoshe and Gwoza to enable a secure Eid-el-Fitr celebration in Borno State.
Power Surge in Kaduna Kills Two Children and Adult
A devastating power surge caused by a fallen high-tension cable in Manchok, Kaduna, electrocuted three people, including a toddler and a 10-year-old girl, on Saturday, March 21.
Lagos Police: Traffic Robbery Now Zero Due to Unmarked Patrols
Lagos State Commissioner of Police CP Moshood Jimoh announces that traffic robbery has been reduced to zero through the strategic deployment of unmarked patrol vehicles, allowing officers to approach crime scenes undetected and make arrests effectively.
Zambian Mob Kills Woman Over False Manhood Disappearance Claim
A 46-year-old woman, Eneless Hellen Kamutumbe, was brutally killed by a mob in Kalumbila District, Zambia, after a man falsely accused her of making his private parts vanish. Police arrested eight suspects and condemned the vigilante violence.
Two Children Die in Ondo House Fire, Police Probe Negligence
A devastating fire in Okitipupa, Ondo State, has claimed the lives of two young sisters, aged 6 and 4. Police suspect negligence during cooking activities and have launched a full investigation while urging fire safety awareness.
150+ Bandits Drown in Sokoto Boat Capsize
A boat carrying over 150 suspected bandits capsized in Sokoto State, drowning all occupants. The incident, unconfirmed by authorities, could significantly weaken criminal operations in Nigeria's North-West region.
Lagos CP Threatens to Dissolve Task Force for Rights Violations
Lagos State Commissioner of Police Olohundare Moshood Jimoh warns the state task force will be disbanded if found guilty of human rights violations, following a viral arrest video.
Ozoro Festival Turns into Coordinated Sexual Violence
A cultural festival in Ozoro, Delta State, allegedly devolved into systematic sexual assaults on women, with 15 suspects arrested and officials condemning the acts as criminal exploitation of tradition.
Gov Otu Orders Free Treatment for Gas Explosion Victims
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu visits the site of a gas explosion in Calabar South, describes the damage as shocking, and announces free medical treatment and compensation for victims.
NYSC Official Held as Corps Member Dies in Ogun
Ogun State NYSC official Abass Olalekan is in police custody following the death of corps member Victoria Ariyo from abortion complications in Abeokuta, with investigations ongoing.
Kano LG Secretary Abducted by Gunmen in Night Raid
Gunmen abducted Hon. Hamza Musa Durba, Secretary of Kibiya Local Government in Kano, after a late-night attack on his residence in Dinya town. The assailants used his son to gain entry before fleeing with the official.
11 More Arrested in Ozoro Sexual Assault Investigation
Delta State Police have arrested eleven additional suspects linked to the sexual assaults during an incident in Ozoro, bringing the total to fifteen. Authorities condemn the acts and urge public cooperation.
Two Boko Haram Informants Arrested in Borno by Troops
Nigerian troops have apprehended two suspected Boko Haram informants in Mainok, Borno State, following a pre-dawn operation based on credible intelligence. Electrical cables were recovered from the suspects.
Two Suicide Bombers at Large in Maiduguri, Zulum Confirms
Governor Babagana Zulum reveals two suspected suicide bombers remain at large in Maiduguri after multiple explosions, with over 100 injured and 23 dead. Security forces intensify surveillance amid Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
Kano LGA Secretary Abducted by Gunmen in Night Raid
Hamza Musa Durba, secretary of Kibiya LGA in Kano State, was abducted by suspected bandits after they deceived his son to gain access. The incident highlights rising insecurity in northern Nigeria.
US Deploys Drones, Troops to Nigeria for Counter-Terrorism
The United States military has deployed multiple MQ-9 Reaper drones and 200 personnel to Nigeria to provide intelligence and training support to Nigerian forces combating Boko Haram and ISWAP militants.
Igbinedion School Bullying Suspects Arrested, Face Juvenile Court
The Edo State Police Command has arrested all suspects linked to the viral bullying incident at Igbinedion Education Centre. They will be charged in family court under juvenile justice laws, following a thorough investigation into the violent altercation.
E-Bike Battery Explosion Kills Teen Footballer, Friend in Coma
A tragic fire in Southwark, linked to an e-bike battery, has claimed the life of 16-year-old footballer Tommy Ballay-Dean and left his friend Shauny Halsey in a coma with severe injuries.
15 Arrested Over Sexual Assaults in Delta Community
Delta State Police confirm the arrest of 15 suspects for alleged sexual assaults in Oramudu Quarters, Ozoro, condemning the acts as criminal and not cultural.
CSO Calls for Overhaul of Correctional Farm Centers in Nigeria
Hope Behind Bars Africa supports FG's prison reforms, advocating for revamping correctional farm centers to enhance inmate skills, reduce recidivism, and address food insecurity through agricultural training programs.
Nigerian Family Dies in Texas Crash, Alcohol Suspected
A Nigerian woman and her two adult children perished in a fiery collision in Fort Bend County, Texas. Two other juveniles were injured as authorities investigate alcohol as a potential factor in the tragic crash.
Buratai: Boko Haram Financiers Known to Authorities
Ex-army chief Tukur Buratai states that Nigerian authorities are aware of Boko Haram financiers, but naming them is not the military's role. He also clarifies the government's rehabilitation policy for repentant insurgents.
South-East, South-South Monarchs Meet in Abia, Emphasize Unity
Traditional rulers from Nigeria's South-East and South-South regions gathered in Umuahia, Abia State, to discuss peace, security, and development. They called for stronger collaboration between governments and traditional institutions to address communal
Prophet Ayodele Warns of Terrorist Bomb Attacks in Nigeria
Prophet Babatunde Elijah Ayodele issues a stark warning about potential bomb blasts in several Nigerian states, citing security loopholes and external support for terrorist groups following the deadly Maiduguri explosion.
Lekki-Epe Crash Kills Two, Destroys Properties in Lagos
A fatal collision between a gas tanker and a tipper truck on Lekki-Epe Expressway sparked a fire that destroyed warehouses, shops, and vehicles, claiming two lives in Lagos.
Nigerian Fraudster Gets 90 Months in US Prison
A Nigerian national has been sentenced to 90 months in US prison for wire fraud and money laundering involving hacked business emails. He was extradited from South Africa and ordered to forfeit $1.2 million while paying $2.4 million in restitution.
Kano Hunters Await Compensation from Edo Gov After Uromi Killing
One year after 16 Kano hunters were lynched in Edo State, families still await compensation promised by Governor Monday Okpebholo. Survivors and widows lament neglect as only Kano State has provided partial support.
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