Police Arrest Man, Officers Over Defilement in Imo
Imo State Police Command arrests Wisdom Onyeaju for alleged defilement. Officers also detained for misconduct. Orderly room trial set for Monday. Read for full details.
Category : Security
Nigerian Arrested for Murder of University Student in Canada
A Nigerian man, Babatunde Afuwape, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Shivank Avasthi, a University of Toronto student from India. Police seek witnesses.
One-Chance Killings in Abuja Raise Public Safety Alarm
The killings of Princess Ochigbo and nurse Chinemerem Pascalina in Abuja have intensified fears over 'one-chance' robberies. Residents demand urgent action as police investigate. Read more.
Police Invite JustAdetoun for Defaming Ogun Governor
Ogun State Police Command invites activist Adetoun Onajobi (JustAdetoun) for allegedly defaming Governor Dapo Abiodun. Her lawyer has made contact. Get the full details here.
HURIWA Alarms Over FCT 'One-Chance' Killings
HURIWA raises alarm over deadly 'one-chance' robberies in Abuja after a nurse and another woman were killed. The group blames security failure and demands urgent government action. Read more.
Makinde vows action after bandits kill 5 in Oyo park attack
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde pledges decisive response after a cross-border bandit attack at a National Park office kills five Forest Guard officers. Security agencies are investigating.
Okafor's Legal Team Challenges Ogala, VDM Over Rape Claims
Pastor Chris Okafor's lawyers demand Doris Ogala & VeryDarkMan submit concrete evidence of alleged rape to police or face legal action. They call the claims cyberbullying.
Widow Shares Final Video of Husband Killed in Lagos Fire
The wife of trader Nze Obum shares a final dance video after he died in the Great Nigeria Building fire in Lagos. Read the emotional story and the online outcry over the tragedy.
Police Bust Crime Syndicate, Recover Weapons in Delta
Delta State Police Command arrests key suspects, recovers cache of high-grade weapons in operations across Delta, Bayelsa, and Rivers states. Read the full details of the breakthrough.
Two Doctors Kidnapped in Edo, NMA Raises Alarm
The Nigerian Medical Association in Edo State expresses deep concern over the abduction of two doctors, warning that insecurity is crippling healthcare delivery. Authorities are urged to act.
Borno Police Arrest 2,610 Suspects, Recover Arms
Borno State Police Command reports major 2025 successes: 2,610 arrests, 1,028 convictions, recovery of arms, explosives, and N5.8m. Read the full breakdown of their security operations.
Ogun Sanctions 7 Firms for Illegal Refuse Dumping
OGWAMA has sanctioned seven companies for illegal refuse dumping in Ogun State. The authority intercepted waste trucks and enforced penalties. Read more.
Nigeria's NINAuth: Digital Identity for 126.7M Nigerians
Nigeria's NINAuth platform processes 1.3 million daily verifications, putting citizens in control of their data. Discover how this tech is boosting financial inclusion and security.
5 National Park Officers Killed in Oyo Bandit Attack
Suspected terrorists attacked a National Park Service outpost in Oyo, killing five personnel. Police have deployed tactical teams. Read the latest on the security crisis.
Ogun CP Tasks New Officers, Warns Over Drowning Incidents
Ogun State Police Commissioner Lanre Ogunlowo has urged newly commissioned officers to uphold professionalism. He also warned residents about a rise in drowning cases and called for safety measures.
Anambra Police Bust Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 33 Girls
Anambra Police Command rescues 33 underage girls, arrests suspect in Awkuzu raid. Breakthrough follows tip on children abducted from Ebonyi. Read the full report.
Cleric Blames Insecurity on Lack of Political Will
Calabar cleric Josef Bassey says Nigeria's insecurity stems from political failure, not military weakness. He calls for action against systematic violence targeting Christians. Read more.
Miyetti Allah, Berom Youths Clash Over Plateau Attacks
Fresh violence in Plateau State sparks accusations between Miyetti Allah and Berom youths. One herder killed, several farmers dead, and over N14 million in farmlands destroyed. Security agencies urged to act.
Customs Begins 90-Day Vehicle Pass for Travellers
Nigeria Customs Service introduces a 90-day temporary vehicle admission for foreign visitors. Learn the rules, required documents, and how it eases cross-border movement.
FG Seeks Private Investment for Fire Safety
Nigeria's Federal Fire Service calls for private sector investment to boost public safety, trains 7,400 citizens. Newly decorated officers urged to lead with innovation.
Couple Arrested in Libya for Torturing, Starving Child
A Nigerian woman and her Ghanaian husband have been detained in Tripoli over the alleged torture and starvation of an orphaned child to death. The shocking case emerged on January 7, 2025.
Nick Reiner Arraigned for Murder of Hollywood Parents
Nick Reiner will be arraigned on murder charges for the deaths of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and producer Michele Singer. Read the latest court details and family statement.
Masquerade Arrested for Harassing Muslim Girl in Kogi
A 19-year-old in masquerade attire was arrested for allegedly hugging and attempting to sexually abuse a Muslim girl in Kogi. Community leaders vow justice. Read more.
Drug Smugglers Arrested at Kano Court
Kano Correctional Service arrests two for attempting to smuggle Indian hemp to inmates at Nomansland Court. Suspects handed to NDLEA. Read the full story.
5 Farmers Killed by Suspected Herdsmen in Benue
Suspected armed herders killed five farmers in Benue's Udeku Maav-Ya community, worsening tensions and threatening food security. Read the full report.
UK Man Gets 14 Years for Online Assisted Suicide Sales
A British man, Miles Cross, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for selling lethal chemicals online to vulnerable individuals, leading to two deaths. Read the full story.
Three Men Get Death Sentence for Armed Robbery in Kebbi
A Kebbi State High Court has sentenced Abdul Mohammed, Surajo Umar, and Aliyu Abdullahi to death for armed robbery and conspiracy. The prosecution presented eight witnesses and key exhibits.
Hollywood Legend's Son Off Suicide Watch Before Hearing
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, has been removed from suicide watch in jail as he faces a hearing for the alleged murder of his parents. Get the latest details on this tragic case.
Police Rescue 33 Girls, Bust Trafficking Syndicate in Anambra
Anambra Police raid uncovers child trafficking syndicate in Awkuzu, rescuing 33 underage girls and arresting a suspect. The operation followed a tip-off about abducted girls from Ebonyi. Read the full story.
5 Forest Guards Killed in Oyo Bandit Attack, Makinde Reacts
Governor Seyi Makinde calls for calm after a deadly cross-border bandit attack at a National Park office in Oyo State killed five officers. Security forces have deployed. Read the latest details.
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