Plateau cleric Rev. Dachomo in Israel for advocacy tour
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, a Plateau cleric, is in Israel for his first international Christian advocacy tour, praying for Nigeria's leaders and people, and calling for divine intervention.
Category : Security
Kidnappers Demand N950m for 19 NYSC Members in Imo
Gunmen abducted 19 NYSC corps members in Imo State, demanding N50m each. Police rescued 10 victims; Oyo governor deploys resources.
Police locate kidnapped NYSC camp, IEDs stall rescue
Imo Police Commissioner Audu Garba Bosso says drones tracked kidnappers to a bush camp, but IEDs have stalled rescue. Bulldozers and APCs to be deployed.
Kidnappers demand ₦950m ransom for 19 NYSC members
Kidnappers demand ₦950 million to release 19 NYSC members abducted in Imo State; police rescue 10, continue search for remaining victims.
Nigerian beggar in Italy: 9 years, built house in Nigeria
A Nigerian man in Italy says he has begged for nine years, built a house in Nigeria, and supports his family, sparking online reactions.
Nanny allegedly helped robber steal $100,000 from businesswoman
Businesswoman Bo Hairs says her nanny helped an armed robber steal over $100,000 in cash, jewellery, and valuables from her Lagos home in a 10-minute ordeal.
Texas custody battle ends in tragedy as mother kills daughter, self
A Texas custody battle ended in tragedy when 35-year-old Cibelle Savella shot her 4-year-old daughter Vivian before taking her own life, hours after a court awarded primary custody to the father.
FRSC Confirms 20 Dead in Plateau Multiple-Vehicle Crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed 20 deaths in a four-vehicle crash on the Hawan Kibo-Jos route in Plateau State, with brake failure suspected.
Kano Security Warns Emirs Over Durbar Ban Violations
Kano joint security forces threaten arrest of Emirs Sanusi II and Bayero over durbar ban violations, imposing 72-hour notice for horse-riding events amid fresh tensions.
Edo APC Chairman Threatens AK-47 Fire Over Tinubu's 2.5m Votes
Edo APC Chairman Jarret Tenebe threatened AK-47 fire against opponents of the party's 2.5 million vote target for President Tinubu, during Governor Okpebholo's tour of 18 LGAs.
NASFAT Leader Malam Jamiu Yaakub Dies, Family Announces
Malam Jamiu Yaakub, Chairman of NASFAT Abobo and Deputy Imam of Abobo Central Mosque, Kogi State, has died. His family announced his passing on Friday, October 2, 2026, describing him as a man of great character, integrity, and humility.
Plateau Crash: 18 Passengers, 2 Riders Killed in Truck Brake Failure
A truck with failed brakes crashed into multiple vehicles on Hawan Kibo Road, Plateau State, killing 18 bus passengers and two motorcycle riders. FRSC confirms brake failure and deploys personnel.
Small Rugged Killed in Daylight Osogbo Cult Clash
Small Rugged was axed to death in Osogbo's Italolokan area on October 2, 2026. Osun Police confirmed two deaths and four injuries in a suspected cult clash, two weeks after Emir Ajagungbade's killing.
PDP Official Abdu Tefu Bambure Dies, Former Lawmaker Mourns
PDP Gombe Assistant Financial Secretary Abdu Tefu Bambure died October 1 at Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, after illness; Senator Bulus Kilawangs Amos mourns.
PDP: Thugs Open Fire on Supporters in Cross River, Injure 3
Gunmen attacked PDP consultative meetings in Calabar South on October 2, 2026, injuring three and damaging vehicles. Police confirm deployment and investigation.
Court Appoints Receiver for Lagos Property in Abacha vs Levitikal Case
A Lagos federal high court appointed a receiver to manage a Victoria Island property in a suit by Maryam Abacha against Levitikal Realties, barring sale or mortgage pending case outcome.
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists kill 15 farmers in Borno
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists killed 15 farmers in Marte LGA, Borno State, on Wednesday evening, with three others missing, police confirmed.
BBNaija Keivo Speaks After Disqualification, Apologises to Fans
BBNaija housemate Keivo has publicly addressed his disqualification, admitting physical confrontation was wrong and apologising to fans, while reactions remain divided online.
One Killed, 3 Injured in Lexus SUV Crash on Lagos Coastal Road
A grey Lexus 350 overturned on Lagos Coastal Road, killing one and injuring three. LASTMA confirmed the crash and urged motorists to avoid speeding.
89-Year-Old Man and Son Face Execution After Decade in Prison
Pa Everestus Okereke, 89, and his son Ugochukwu face death by hanging in Imo State after 10 years in prison for a 2016 murder allegedly committed by another relative who fled.
Mohbad: Family secures fresh police probe into singer's death
The Aloba family has secured IGP Olatunji Disu's approval for a fresh police investigation into Mohbad's 2023 death, assigned to the Special Enquiry Bureau, amid concerns over earlier inconsistencies.
Police rescue 10 after NYSC bus attack in Imo; count unconfirmed
Police rescued 10 people after gunmen attacked two NYSC buses in Imo State. The number of abducted remains unconfirmed despite reports of 20.
Oyo Agency Impounds 20 Cows in Two Ibadan Dawn Operations
Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority seized 20 cows in two dawn operations in Ibadan, enforcing the 2019 open grazing law after a farm petition.
Outrage in India as patient dies after ambulance stopped for convoy
Protests erupted in Assam, India, after a critically ill patient died following a 30-minute ambulance delay caused by police clearing the road for Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's convoy. Four officers have been suspended and are under investigation f
Woman who threatened Ogun police with knife over hemp arrest to face charges
A woman who went viral for threatening Ogun police with a knife after her arrest over Indian hemp sales has been arrested and will be charged to court, officials confirmed.
Injured Pilot Opens Cockpit Door to Save Israel-Bound Flight
Injured Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar opened the cockpit door mid-attack, allowing passengers to subdue the co-pilot and save 174 passengers on FZ1073.
Delta commissioner arrested over deputy director's death
Delta Police arrest Commissioner Kingsley Ashibogwu over the death of deputy director Unity Adeda, who was allegedly beaten and tied during an office incident.
NYSC-bound graduate sent one-word warning before phone went dead
About 20 prospective NYSC members were abducted along the Owerri-Onitsha Road on Independence Day; police confirmed 10 rescued and two buses recovered.
Bauchi woman kills co-wife with pestle over hallucinations
A 33-year-old woman, Hauwa'u Haruna, allegedly killed her 43-year-old co-wife, Jamila Adamu, with a pestle in Bauchi. Police say she acted under hallucinations, and the case is under investigation.
Mother Pleads for Help After NYSC Daughter's 'Kidnapper' Message
A mother is desperately seeking government help after her NYSC-bound twin daughter, Kehinde, sent a one-word distress message—'kidnapper'—to the family WhatsApp group before her phone went unreachable following a mass abduction on the Owerri-Onitsha Expre
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