Navy Seizes Tanker with 650 Tonnes Stolen Crude Oil Worth N660m
The Nigerian Navy's Eastern Naval Command arrested MT FILIA with 650 metric tonnes of stolen crude oil valued at over N660 million, highlighting ongoing efforts against oil theft.
Category : Security
Retired General Hails Tinubu's Army Restructuring
Retired Major General Anthony Atolagbe praises President Tinubu's expansion of the Nigerian Army from 8 to 12 divisions, calling it a decisive step to combat evolving security threats.
Army Colonel Shot Dead in Abuja Abduction Attempt
A Nigerian military intelligence officer, Colonel Abdussalam Ude, was shot dead after resisting abduction at his home in Kurudu, Abuja, leaving his wife, driver, and guard injured.
Police recover stolen vehicles from Burkina Faso
Nigeria Police recover and repatriate two vehicles stolen in Abuja and trafficked to Burkina Faso by a cross-border syndicate; one suspect arrested.
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Fourth suspect arrested in UNIJOS student killing
Police arrest fourth suspect Tisloh Joshua in the torture and murder of 25-year-old University of Jos student Ibrahim Mbaya; three others are already in custody.
Oyo State Receives Two Surveillance Aircraft for Security
Governor Seyi Makinde took delivery of two security surveillance aircraft at Ibadan airport, fulfilling a promise to boost aerial monitoring by Amotekun Corps and other agencies.
Sunday Igboho: DSS Killed Cat Thinking It Was Me
Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Igboho says DSS operatives shot a cat during the 2021 Ibadan raid, believing it was him, while he watched from inside.
1997 Flashback: Bandits Raid Oyinlola's Lagos Home
In 1997, armed bandits raided the Lagos home of former military governor Colonel Olagunsoye Oyinlola, killing two attackers but losing an SMG rifle, as security forces faced over five weapon thefts in February alone.
Herdsmen Kill 15 in Fresh Benue Attacks
At least 15 people killed as armed herdsmen attack Ugboju communities in Otukpo LGA, Benue State. Chairman Ogiri confirms 14 bodies recovered, urges enforcement of anti-open grazing law.
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Federal High Court Mandates PoS Operators to Register with NDPC
The Federal High Court affirms NDPC authority over PoS operators, requiring mandatory registration for data protection compliance under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.
Nigerian Student Jailed 7 Years for Robbery Blackmail UK
A 19-year-old Nigerian student in the UK, Oluwatobiloba Akinrinola, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in a robbery and blackmail plot targeting partygoers in Leicestershire.
Nigerian Officer Arrested for Public Intoxication in Texas
Bashir Oladimeji Lawal, a Nigerian-born correctional officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, was arrested on July 26, 2026 for public intoxication in Huntsville, Texas, and fined $281.
Lagos Launches Africa's First Digital Building Insurance
Lagos State Government launched LAGBIS, Africa's first digital building insurance programme, aiming to protect 500,000 buildings with instant policy issuance and compliance verification.
Fani-Kayode Condemns Murder of Nigerian in South Africa
Ambassador Femi Fani-Kayode reacts to a video showing a Nigerian man allegedly beaten to death by South African police, vowing to end the persecution of Nigerians in South Africa.
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Husband Finds 5 Dead Babies in Boxes After Argument
A husband in Orange, France, discovered five decomposing baby remains in cardboard boxes after an argument with his wife, who was hospitalized. Police have opened an investigation.
Harrison Gwamnishu Demands Justice for Widow Harassed by In-Laws
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has called for intervention after a 28-year-old widow, Tosin, was allegedly harassed and confined to a single room by in-laws eight days after her husband's death in Ikorodu, Lagos.
Oshiomhole: Naira Redesign Policy Gave Lagos to Obi
Senator Adams Oshiomhole says Peter Obi's 2023 victory in Lagos resulted from public anger over the naira redesign policy, which alienated APC voters amid cash scarcity.
Delta Police Exhume Body of Nursing Student After Alleged Rape Suicide
Delta police exhumed Favour Agbro, a 20-year-old nursing student who died by suicide after alleging rape by content creator Odogwu Asaba, for autopsy. Twin sister placed food in grave citing dream.
Three ISWAP Fighters Surrender in Borno
Three suspected ISWAP fighters surrendered to Nigerian troops in Damasak, Borno, citing exhaustion and sustained bombardment under Operation Hadin Kai.
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Nigerian student accomplice jailed robbery blackmail UK
A 19-year-old Nigerian student and another man were jailed for torturing and humiliating party guests in the UK and posting the crimes on TikTok.
15 Killed in Herdsmen Attack on Benue Communities
At least 15 people have been killed in fresh attacks by suspected herdsmen in Otukpo LGA, Benue State. 14 bodies recovered from Efeyi-Ugboju, one from Ipom.
Ukraine hits 201 Russian shadow fleet vessels in Black Sea
Ukraine claims to have struck 201 vessels in Russia's shadow fleet over three weeks under Operation MoLoChKa, targeting oil, grain, and cargo to disrupt war financing and isolate occupied Crimea.
Bandits Kill Guard, Abduct Lecturer in Zamfara Attack
Bandits attacked the residence of Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda's rector, killing his guard and abducting several people, including a lecturer.
Gunmen kill Army colonel in Nasarawa for resisting abduction
Colonel Abdussalam A. Ude shot dead by gunmen in Nasarawa after fighting off abduction attempt; wife, driver, guard injured.
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Three Dead, 12 Rescued in Ogun Building Collapse
Three people died and 12 were rescued after a three-storey building collapsed in Ajuwon, Ogun State. LASEMA deployed resources; adjoining building to be demolished.
Oyo Gets Two Surveillance Aircraft for Security
Oyo State has received two surveillance aircraft at Ibadan airport to enhance aerial monitoring and combat kidnapping, banditry, and other crimes, fulfilling a government promise.
Army Colonel Killed in Abuja Home Attack
A Nigerian Army colonel was killed after gunmen attacked his home in Abuja; his wife, driver, and guard wounded. Security sources confirm he resisted abduction attempt.
UK FCDO Travel Advisory for 5 African Countries in 2026
UK FCDO warns against travel to CAR, DRC, South Sudan, Nigeria, and Sudan due to armed conflict and crime. South Sudan and Sudan receive highest-risk classifications.
Libya Launches Online eVisa Portal for Foreigners
Libya's government has launched an official eVisa portal for foreigners to apply for entry visas online, covering tourism and work, aiming to simplify the process and enhance security.
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Germany Deports 31 Afghan Men, Vows More Removals
Germany deported 31 Afghan men to Kabul on a charter flight, with Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt vowing further deportations of criminals and security threats.
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