Lagos Minibus Drivers Protest Ban, Sparking Transport Crisis
Commercial minibus drivers in Lagos protest a state government ban, citing severe livelihood disruption and transport gaps. They demand urgent dialogue and policy reconsideration.
Category : Security
Akin Fadeyi Foundation Campaign Aims to Curb Nigerian Road Accidents
The Akin Fadeyi Foundation has launched a nationwide behavioral change campaign to promote safer road practices in Nigeria, featuring Nollywood actors and collaborations with law enforcement agencies.
Four Northern Traders Killed in Rivers State Market Protest
The Hausa community in Rivers State confirms four northern traders were killed during violent protests at Oil Mill Market, with widespread looting and vandalism reported, as police dispute the death toll.
Woman Arrested for Stabbing Immigration Officer Husband in Abia
Abia State Police have arrested a woman for allegedly stabbing her husband, an Immigration officer, to death following a domestic dispute over infidelity and medical bills in Umuahia.
Navy Reservist Accused of Murder, Fleeing to Hong Kong
A manhunt is underway for a Navy reservist suspected of killing his wife and hiding her body in a freezer before fleeing to Hong Kong, with authorities citing suspended extradition treaties as a key concern.
Ghanaian Rapper Taunts Police After Second UK Jail Escape
Daniel Boakye, known as DSAVV, escaped from police custody at a London hospital and released a drill video mocking authorities. The 21-year-old is wanted for knifepoint robberies.
Man Faces Jail for Stealing Cars to Visit Girlfriend in Zimbabwe
A 19-year-old man from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, pleaded guilty to stealing two vehicles to visit his girlfriend, crashing both. He faces sentencing for motor vehicle theft and driving without a license.
Boko Haram Attacks Borno Community in Disguise, Burns Church
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents disguised as vigilantes attacked Debiro community in Borno State, burning a church, 25 houses, and food supplies. No casualties reported, but residents fear renewed violence after a year of relative peace.
Bank Staff Jailed 5 Years for N22.3 Million Investment Fraud in Kano
A Kano Federal High Court has sentenced Janet Theophilus Danjuma to five years imprisonment for defrauding victims of N22.35 million through a fake Taj Bank investment scheme, following a guilty plea.
Kenyan Activist Fears for Life After Police Spyware Incident
Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi expresses life-threatening concerns after Citizen Lab report reveals police installed surveillance spyware on his phone without consent during his 2025 arrest.
Kano Closes Entertainment Centers for Ramadan
The Kano State Government has directed the immediate closure of all entertainment centers, including gala houses and DJ operations, to ensure a peaceful environment for Ramadan fasting, with enforcement teams monitoring compliance.
DSS Witness: Owo Church Attack Funded, Armed by ISWAP
A DSS operative testified in court that suspects in the 2022 Owo church massacre were funded, armed, and mobilized by ISWAP, revealing details of meetings, weapons, and financial transactions.
Garbon Suspends Social Media Over Conflict and Data Breaches
Garbon's government has suspended all social media platforms indefinitely, citing unauthorized data disclosure, false information spread, and cyberbullying as key reasons behind the ban.
Lagos Govt Reacts to Viral Sexual Assault Video, Advises Survivor
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has acknowledged a viral video alleging rape, urging the woman to come forward for investigation. Public reaction remains divided over the claims.
Adamawa Police Rescue Teens, Arrest Two in Trafficking Case
Adamawa State Police have rescued three teenage girls and arrested two women in a suspected child trafficking operation. The girls were lured with promises of employment.
Accountant Kills Wife, Fakes Robbery After Valentine's Day
A chartered accountant in India has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife by slitting her throat after a Valentine's Day dinner, then fabricating a robbery story to cover up the crime, with police citing marital suspicions as the motive.
Four Northern Traders Killed in Rivers Market Protest
Four northern traders were killed during violent protests at Oil Mill Market in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, following tensions over previous incidents involving northern residents.
Eminem's Ex-Wife Kim Scott Faces DUI Charges After Crash
Kim Scott, former wife of rapper Eminem, is facing misdemeanor charges for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and failing to stop after a crash involving her son and friends in Michigan.
Three Remanded for Assaulting Oyo Fire Service Officials
Three suspects have been arraigned and remanded for allegedly assaulting Oyo State Fire Service officials during a fire response in Lagelu LGA. One officer was injured, and authorities are pursuing other suspects at large.
Ghanaian Convict Escapes UK Hospital, Evades Deportation
Daniel Boakye, a 21-year-old Ghanaian robber awaiting deportation, has escaped police custody for the second time in a week after fleeing a London hospital. Authorities are searching for him following a series of knife-point robberies.
Russian Blogger Faces Extradition for Secret Filming in Africa
A Russian pick-up artist is under investigation for allegedly using camera-fitted sunglasses to film women in Ghana and Kenya without consent, with both countries seeking his extradition.
Seven Die in Ogun Tollgate Accident, Governor Reacts
A fatal truck accident at Ota Tollgate in Ogun State claims seven lives, prompting Governor Dapo Abiodun to condemn reckless driving and order an investigation.
Man Arrested in Niger for Attempted Assault on Girls Aged 6-7
Niger State Police have apprehended Jafar Mohammed, 40, for attempting to sexually assault three young girls after luring them with candy in Kontagora. In a separate case, a laundry man was arrested for motorcycle theft in Suleja.
Three Sentenced to Death for Tourist Gang Rape and Murder
An Indian court has handed death sentences to three men convicted of gang-raping two women and murdering a man during a brutal attack on a tourist group near a UNESCO World Heritage site in Karnataka last year.
Cultists Behead Rival in Bayelsa, Police on Manhunt
Suspected cultists beheaded a 30-year-old man in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, in a brutal attack linked to rival groups. Police have ordered an investigation and manhunt for the killers.
Abroad-Returnee Slams Police Over Brother's Phone Harassment
A woman returning from abroad has accused Nigeria Police officers of harassing her brother over a new phone, demanding bribes and cocking guns in a shocking Lagos incident.
Kaduna Church Supports Muslims Ahead of 2026 Ramadan
A Kaduna-based Christian ministry has distributed food items to over 1,000 Muslims, Islamic schools, and IDPs ahead of the 2026 Ramadan fasting season, as part of a long-running peace and unity campaign in northern Nigeria.
Businessman Murdered by Unknown Assailants in Adamawa
A businessman, David Dahbille Ndevino, was beaten to death by unknown assailants in Adamawa State, with a motorcyclist also attacked and left unconscious, sparking calls for investigation.
Lagos DSVA Reacts to Viral TikTok Sexual Assault Allegation
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has confirmed awareness of a viral TikTok video where a woman alleges sexual assault in her home, initiating contact to offer support and intervention.
Man Fakes Wedding and Forges Will to Steal Deceased Partner's Fortune
A man allegedly forged his partner's will and faked their wedding to claim her N500,000 fortune after she died from breast cancer, sparking a legal and ethical scandal.
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