Kano Murder Suspect's Father Demands Son's Execution
Mallam Awal calls for his son's elimination over the gruesome murder of his sister and her six children in Kano. President Tinubu orders a thorough investigation.
Category : Security
Kaduna Denies Mass Abduction of Church Worshippers
Kaduna State authorities dismiss viral claims of over 100 worshippers kidnapped from two churches in Kajuru LGA, labeling the reports as false and dangerous rumours.
Man gets double life imprisonment for defiling wife's niece
Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Ikeja Sexual Offences Court sentences Olumuyiwa Adjoto to life for sexually assaulting his wife's six-year-old niece. Read the full details of the harrowing case.
Nigerian-American Twins Arrested for Revenge Murder in US
Samuel and Solomon Gbadebo, 20-year-old twin brothers, have been charged with murder in Texas. Police say one killing was revenge for a 2021 robbery where they were forced to strip at gunpoint. Read the full investigation details.
Police, CAN Disagree on Church Kidnap Report in Kaduna
Kaduna Police dismiss claims of 160 worshippers kidnapped from two churches as false. Local officials challenge the report, citing lack of evidence and calling it sponsored rumor.
Bandits Kidnap 160+ Worshippers in Kaduna Church Attacks
Armed bandits stormed two churches in Kaduna State, kidnapping over 160 worshippers. Police confirm rescue efforts are underway. Get the latest details on this developing security crisis.
Two Men Remanded for Kidnapping, Killing Boy in Kano
Kano State High Court remands Ismail Adamu and Isma'ail Rabiu for allegedly kidnapping and killing 14-year-old Abdullahi Sani. Case adjourned to January 30. Read the full details.
Suspect Arrested Over Death of Singer Destiny Boy
Ogun State Police confirm arrest in connection with Afro-Fuji singer Destiny Boy's death. Investigation transferred to SCID Homicide. Get the latest updates.
Death Sentence for Gang Rape, Armed Robbery in Calabar
Cross River High Court sentences Okon Ekpo Effiong to death for gang rape and armed robbery. Justice Blessing Egwu delivers verdict on April 2024 Calabar South attack. Full details inside.
3 ISWAP Recruitment Agents Arrested in Borno
Nigerian troops have apprehended three suspected ISWAP recruitment agents in Banki, Borno State. Read the full details of the covert operation and the suspects' alleged activities.
Kadoma Father Kills Son in Love Triangle Scandal
A 78-year-old man in Kadoma allegedly killed his 30-year-old son after being caught with his wife. Seven people, including the wife, are now in custody as police investigate conflicting accounts. Read the shocking details.
Army Dismisses Mutiny Report as False Alarm
The Nigerian Army has dismissed online reports of a planned mutiny over salaries as false and misleading. Read the official statement and details on troop welfare reforms.
Sleepy Driver Rams Vehicles on Third Mainland Bridge
A driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing a multi-vehicle crash on Lagos's Third Mainland Bridge. LASTMA and Police evacuated the scene, causing major traffic delays. Read details.
Security Raid in Yobe Nets NSCDC Officer, 16 Others
Security forces raided a criminal hideout in Damaturu, Yobe, arresting 17 suspects including an NSCDC personnel. Drugs and exhibits were seized. Read details of the operation.
13 Children Die in School Bus Crash with Truck
A tragic collision between a truck and a school minibus in Gauteng, South Africa, has claimed 13 young lives. Authorities investigate reckless driving as President Ramaphosa calls for urgent road safety measures.
LASTMA, Fire Service Avert Apapa Tanker Fire Disaster
Swift action by LASTMA and Lagos Fire Service prevented a potential explosion after a diesel tanker overturned on Liverpool Bridge. Read how the emergency response saved lives.
Kano Takes Over Prosecution of Family Killers
Kano State Government takes over the case against suspects in the brutal murder of a housewife and her six children. Attorney General vows justice to restore public confidence.
Man hit by vehicle while defecating on Lagos-Ibadan road
A man was seriously injured after a Lexus Jeep plunged into a ditch and hit him while he was defecating along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Read details of the accident and rescue mission.
Kogi Governor Unveils Security Drones, Assures Residents
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has launched two advanced HP-20 security drones, marking a major tech upgrade in the fight against banditry and kidnapping. Read how this boosts safety.
Nigerian Troops Arrest Insurgent Leader's Wife, Rescue 104
Nigerian military operations in early January 2026 saw troops neutralize a top insurgent leader in Borno, arrest his counterpart's wife in Taraba, and rescue 104 kidnapped victims. Get the full details.
Driver Asleep at Wheel Crashes on Third Mainland Bridge
A Lexus driver fell asleep, causing a collision on Lagos's Third Mainland Bridge. LASTMA and police evacuated vehicles, causing major traffic delays. Full details.
Army Refutes Mutiny Claims, Stresses Soldier Loyalty
The Nigerian Army dismisses false reports of mutiny over salaries, reaffirming its soldiers' loyalty to the Constitution and Commander-in-Chief. Read official details on troop welfare reforms.
Abducted Plateau Woman Gives Birth in Captivity
A Plateau housewife, abducted after her husband's murder, has given birth while held by kidnappers. The Kanam community urges government action on the security crisis. Read the full story.
13 Pupils Die in South Africa School Bus Collision
A head-on collision between a truck and a school minibus in Gauteng province has claimed at least 13 young lives. Read the full report on the tragic accident and the official response.
Dismissed Worker Kills Newly Married Boss in Gombe
A 16-year-old dismissed shop assistant has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his newly married employer, Abdul'azeez Aliyu, to death in Gombe. The tragic incident occurred just weeks after the victim's wedding.
Child Trafficking Syndicate Dismantled, 6 Suspects Arrested
Nasarawa police rescue 8-year-old Jeremiah Bikwo, sold for N3m. Six suspects in custody as investigations continue. Read the shocking details.
Officer Killed in Accidental Shooting by Colleague in Port Harcourt
A police inspector in Rivers State accidentally shot two colleagues, killing one. The suspect is in custody and will face an Orderly Room Trial. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Police Explain Arrest of 52 Suspects in Edo Protest
IGP Kayode Egbetokun states 52 individuals were arrested in Ekpoma for vandalism and looting, not for peaceful demonstration against kidnapping. Get the full details.
Tinubu Reacts to Killing of Housewife, 6 Children in Kano
President Bola Tinubu condemns the barbaric murder of a housewife and her six children in Kano. Police have made swift arrests as investigations continue. Read the latest updates.
Kano Housewife Remanded for Alleged Stepson Poisoning
A Kano Shari'a Court has remanded Fatima Ishaq over the alleged poisoning death of her 1.5-year-old stepson. The case, involving a rare Qasama oath, is adjourned to 2026. Read the full details.
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