A devastating early morning fire in Dutse, Jigawa State, has resulted in the tragic deaths of two young children, aged 2 and 6, who were the offspring of a Federal University Dutse staff member. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps confirmed the i
Security analyst Maxwell Olarotimi defends NSA Nuhu Ribadu's presence in President Tinubu's UK delegation, calling it essential for international security cooperation amid domestic criticism.
Vanguard for Truth accuses Senator Adams Oshiomhole of failing to address rising kidnapping and economic decline in Edo North, alleging neglect of community security efforts.
Nigeria has been ranked the fourth most terrorised country globally in the 2026 Global Terrorism Index, with a 46% rise in deaths and increased attacks. Political parties criticise the government's response.
The Borno State Police Command has imposed a temporary restriction on tricycle movement to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, deploying enhanced security measures across the state.
Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu has directed robust security measures, including tactical teams and increased patrols, to ensure safety during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations nationwide.
Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of Victoria Ariyo, a female corps member, with sources linking it to a relationship with an NYSC official and alleged complications. Authorities have taken the official in for question
Think Yoruba First organization demands urgent reassessment of national security strategies, citing attacks on CRIN staff and Oyo forest breaches as signs of worsening crisis.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum announces the end of the 17-year Boko Haram insurgency, citing military successes and community resilience, while warning against political exploitation.
A South African man named Rulph discovered his stolen car completely stripped of all valuable parts, leaving only a shell, just hours after it was taken by suspected hijackers in a shocking incident.
A man kidnapped by herdsmen returns home after escaping, detailing his ordeal and revealing three others, including a woman facing abuse, remain captive in the hideout.
NDLEA Rivers State Command has arrested 39 suspected drug dealers, including three females, and secured 12 convictions in a four-month operation. Over 14.83kg of drugs were seized, with 16 new cases under investigation.
Delta and Ogun State Police Commands have deployed personnel and intensified security measures at worship centers and flashpoints to ensure a peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebration, warning criminals to steer clear.
Nigeria ranks fourth in Global Terrorism Index 2026 with a 46% surge in killings, as opposition and civil society groups blame government inattention and corruption for worsening insecurity.
The Renewal Group calls on President Tinubu to investigate Lagos State Commissioner of Police Moshood Jimoh and Task Force Chairman CSP Adetayo Akerele for illegal operations and human rights violations, citing property seizures and extrajudicial actions.
Gunmen have killed Bashar Sani, a senior staff member at Zamfara State College of Education, after his family paid a N20 million ransom. The victim died from torture and injuries sustained during 42 days of captivity.
Ogun State's So-Safe Corps recovered over 20 cows from rustlers in Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, after a swift response to a distress call. The injured guard was hospitalized, and efforts to apprehend the fleeing suspects continue.
A new report reveals that 8 million Nigerian Telegram users face escalating cyber threats, with criminal networks adapting quickly to enforcement despite record takedowns.
The Defence Headquarters clarifies that the Chief of Defence Staff did not accuse Borno and Yobe residents of complicity in terrorism, emphasizing community partnership and collective responsibility in the fight against insurgency.
The FBI is investigating Joe Kent, former U.S. National Counterterrorism Center director, for alleged leaks of classified information, with sources indicating the probe predates his resignation over the Iran war.
A Federal Road Safety Corps mobile court in Ogun State has convicted 17 drivers for various traffic violations along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway at Ogere axis, with officials emphasizing strict enforcement to improve road safety.
Traditional rulers in Ogun State have intensified advocacy against gender-based violence, urging men to protect women and girls while strengthening family values through a men-only town hall meeting.
The Inspector General of Police has taken Adebayo Aliu and Fatuntele Lukmon Tunde to the Federal High Court in Abuja for impersonation and creating a fraudulent platform to solicit online engagement, promising N500,000 to victims.
Rivers State Police have made a breakthrough in a murder case, arresting a suspect who confessed to the killing of Shedrack Ogadinma Chukwem. The body was exhumed from a shallow grave, and a manhunt is ongoing for other suspects and the alleged mastermind
Police in Ogun, Oyo, and Delta states intensify security measures, deploying personnel to worship centers and strategic locations to ensure peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebrations and warn against criminal activities.
NAFDAC's seizure of over 10 million doses of counterfeit medicines in Lagos reveals a deep criminal penetration into Nigeria's pharmaceutical supply chain, posing severe public health and national security risks.
A Ghanaian woman in Osino, Eastern Region, used a knife to destroy her boyfriend's new television after another woman called his phone, with the incident captured in a viral video.
Anja Ringgren Lovén commemorates the second anniversary of rescuing Hope, a toddler abandoned in Akwa Ibom after being branded a witch, sharing a heartfelt tribute on social media.
A fully loaded lorry crashed into St. Matthias Catholic Church in Agulu, Anambra State, causing a significant fire outbreak. The incident occurred late Wednesday, March 18, 2026, leading to gridlock as firefighters worked to contain the blaze. No casualti
Sultan of Sokoto Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar calls on Nigerian military to adopt proactive strategy against terrorism following deadly Maiduguri bombings that killed 23 people.