Man Burns Parents' House After Father Refuses Money
A 35-year-old man in Kenya set his parents' house on fire after his father refused to give him Ksh 5000. The incident follows a similar case in Nyeri County.
Category : Security
Katsina Wedding Convoy Crash Kills 18, Video Emerges
A devastating head-on collision between two commercial vehicles in Katsina State has claimed 18 lives, mostly wedding guests. The tragedy highlights Nigeria's worsening road safety crisis, with fatalities increasing 7% in 2024 despite fewer crashes.
Ex-Delta Police Commissioner Matthew Egwuenu Dies at 80
Retired Delta State police commissioner Matthew Egwuenu has passed away at 80. The Egwuenu family announced his peaceful death, highlighting his legacy of integrity and service.
Kogi Shuts Markets, Motor Parks in Bandit Crackdown
Kogi State government orders temporary closure of markets and motor parks in seven LGAs to disrupt logistics for bandits and terrorists during security operations.
Suspected Kidnapper Disguised as Mad Person Nabbed in Ondo
Residents of Oda Town in Ondo State apprehended a suspected kidnapper who allegedly pretended to be mentally unstable for three days near a school, heightening community fears after a recent child disappearance.
NDLEA Arrests Cocaine Dealer, Intercepts Meth in Yogurt
NDLEA arrests 62-year-old businessman for ingesting 95 cocaine wraps at Kano airport, intercepts meth hidden in yogurt packs and Mp3 speakers in Abuja and Taraba operations.
Kebbi Hisbah Arrests 11 Over Alleged Immoral Activities
Kebbi State Hisbah Command has apprehended 11 individuals for allegedly engaging in unlawful intimate activities at unregistered hotels in Birnin Kebbi metropolis.
Yobe Wife Stabs Husband in Genitals, Police Launch Manhunt
Yobe State Police are searching for Khadija Jamilu, 18, who allegedly stabbed her 25-year-old husband in the genitals during a domestic dispute in Potiskum. The victim is hospitalized.
Kaduna: Bandits Kill 7, Abduct Priest in Village Attack
Gunmen attacked Karku village in Southern Kaduna, killing seven people and kidnapping Rev. Fr. Nathaniel Asuwaye along with ten villagers. Community leaders demand urgent government action.
Bandits Kill 3, Abduct Priest and 10 in Kaduna
Suspected bandits attacked Karku community in Kaduna State, killing three residents and abducting Rev. Fr. Nathaniel Asuwaye and 10 others in an early morning raid.
Kaduna Bandits Abduct Priest, 10 Others, Kill 3
Terrorists attacked Karku community in Kaduna, abducting Reverend Father Nathaniel Asuwaye and 10 residents while killing three people. The Catholic Archdiocese calls for prayers amid escalating kidnappings.
Ogidi Community Leader Killed in Cultist Revenge Attack
Gunmen suspected to be cultists have killed the President-General of Ogidi community, Ikwuka Okoye, and one other person in Anambra State. The attack is allegedly linked to the recent killing of a notorious cultist.
Nigerian Gets 8 Years for $6M US Inheritance Scam
Tochukwu Albert Nnebocha, a 44-year-old Nigerian, has been sentenced to 97 months in US prison for defrauding over 400 elderly Americans of more than $6 million through a transnational inheritance scam.
Man Charged with Threat to Kill US Vice President
A federal grand jury indicts Shannon Mathre of Toledo for allegedly threatening to kill Vice President JD Vance during his Ohio visit. Authorities also found child abuse materials.
Boko Haram Ambush Kills 4 Soldiers in Borno Night Attack
Four Nigerian soldiers were killed in a Boko Haram ambush near Auno, Borno State, while reinforcing colleagues under insurgent fire. The attack occurred Thursday night using controlled mines.
FG Releases Most Wanted List of Prison Escapees
The Federal Ministry of Interior has published names and details of prison escapees declared most wanted across Nigeria, urging public cooperation with security agencies.
Teen Charged in Murder of Nigerian Student Near UK Campus
An 18-year-old has been charged with murder after Khaleed Oladipo, a 20-year-old Nigerian-born cybersecurity student at De Montfort University, was fatally stabbed in Leicester. The incident has shocked the campus community and sparked a major police inve
Sadiku Exposed as Mastermind of Kwara Massacre Killing 176
Terrorist commander Abubakar Saidu, known as Sadiku, has been identified as the leader behind the deadly attacks in Kwara State that claimed 176 lives. Security experts warn of potential alliances with Al-Qaeda affiliates in the Sahel region.
Benue Attack: 13 Killed, Women Kidnapped by Herdsmen
Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen killed 13 people, kidnapped market women, and set Anwase market ablaze in Benue State's Mbaikyor community, sparking security mobilization.
Taraba Residents Nab Suspected Motorcycle Thief
Residents of Abuja area in Wukari, Taraba State, have captured Gideon Dan Azumi, a man accused of terrorizing the community by attempting to steal a motorcycle in the early hours.
Man in Shock as Lady Flees with Car in Abuja Hotel Incident
A Nigerian man is reeling after a woman he took to an Abuja hotel allegedly stole his car, phones, and laptop during a romantic getaway. Police are investigating the theft reported in Asokoro.
Man Gets Unexpected Reaction After N500k Mistaken Transfer
A Nigerian man who accidentally sent N500,000 to a stranger shares the surprising response he received when requesting a refund, highlighting an act of honesty.
Snake-Hotspots in Lagos Listed After Singer's Death
Following the tragic death of singer Ifunanya Nwagene from a snake bite, pest control expert Francis Nwapa identifies high-risk areas in Lagos and offers safety advice for residents.
Youth Leader Beheaded, Aide Killed in Rivers Cult Attack
Gunmen suspected to be cultists have killed youth leader Ifeanyi Azuazu and his aide Chigozie Oluwu in Omoku, Rivers State, with police confirming the incident as cult-related and launching an investigation.
Youth Leader Beheaded in Rivers, Corpse in Forest
Gunmen suspected to be cultists beheaded the president of Omoku Youth Federation, Ifeanyi Azuazu, and killed his aide in Rivers State. Police recovered the body from a forest.
Mob Lynches Man Accused of Killing Boy in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State Police confirm Samalia Zaria was lynched by a mob in Keffi after being accused of killing a boy and removing his eyes. The incident occurred in Tsohon Kasuwa area on February 5, 2026.
Police Arrest Officers for Assault on Skit Maker Ijoba Lande
Lagos State Police Command confirms arrest of officers accused of assaulting skit maker Ijoba Lande, stealing his iPhone 16 Pro Max and $1,200 cash. Investigation ongoing.
Florida Teen Sets Friend on Fire in Horrific Prank
A Florida teenager faces felony charges after intentionally dousing a friend with gasoline and setting him ablaze during a bonfire gathering, with other friends laughing and filming the incident.
Man Gets 12 Years for Raping 11-Year-Old in Delta
A Delta State High Court in Abraka has sentenced Ernest Okporu to 12 years imprisonment for raping his landlord's 11-year-old daughter in Osubi community. Justice S.I Okeleke delivered the judgment.
Two Jailed for Trafficking 12-Year-Old Girl in Cross River
A Federal High Court in Calabar has convicted two individuals for human trafficking and attempting to sell a 12-year-old girl, sentencing them to 12 months' imprisonment each.
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