NYSC Denies NANS Levy Deal, Warns Against N200 Payment
NYSC has denied any agreement with NANS to collect N200 from students for mobilisation, warning corps members and students against the payment.
Category : Security
VDM Protests at Abuja Police HQ, Demands AIG Apology
Activist VDM led a protest at Abuja Police HQ with dancers and a singer, demanding AIG Jimoh Moshood apologize for declaring an innocent man wanted over murder charges.
Delta Gov Aide Demands Arrest of VeryDarkMan Over Court Recording
Delta State Governor's aide Ossai Ovie Success demands arrest of activist VeryDarkMan over alleged unauthorised court recording in Peter Okoye's case, citing contempt of court.
USCIS English Test: 3 Components for 2026 Citizenship
USCIS requires applicants to pass speaking, reading, and writing components in the 2026 naturalisation English test, with specific rules for each part.
LASCopa Orders Lagos Firms to Disclose Product Changes or Face Sanctions
Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCopa) now mandates businesses to disclose any product changes or face sanctions, effective immediately.
Florida Deputy Kills Girlfriend in Murder-Suicide
A Florida sheriff's deputy kidnapped and killed his on-off girlfriend after she told her children to run inside and call 911. The murder-suicide occurred Monday evening in Hudson, Florida.
Colombia Earthquake: 169 Dead, 700 Injured as 7.4-Magnitude Quake Hits
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 169 people and injuring 700. The quake collapsed hospitals, schools, and buildings, prompting a national disaster declaration.
Terrorist Collaborator Arrested in Adamawa by Troops
Troops of 247 Reconnaissance Battalion, C Company, Mubi, with Keystone and local hunters, arrested suspected terrorist collaborator Yahaya Adamu, 43, in Mubi South, Adamawa, on August 9, 2026.
Beyoncé sued over alleged unauthorized sample in 'Alien Superstar'
Beyoncé faces a copyright lawsuit over an alleged unauthorized sample in 'Alien Superstar.' Hirose Enterprise claims rights to 'Moonraker' and seeks an injunction and damages.
Nigerian Army 2027 Short Service: How to Apply and Requirements
The Nigerian Army opens SSCC Course 50/2027 applications from August 14 to October 17, 2026. Eligible Nigerians aged 23-27 can apply for commissioned officer roles. No fees required.
NHRC Demands Arrest of Sheikh Jingir for Hate Speech
The NHRC has called on police and DSS to arrest cleric Sheikh Yahaya Jingir over hate speech and religious incitement in a viral video, warning of risks to 2027 elections.
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Kogi kidnap victim recounts gunmen sharing ₦100m ransom
Victor Anyichie, a rescued victim of the Kogi highway kidnapping, reveals how gunmen demanded ransoms from ₦100,000 to ₦100 million before security forces rescued all 16 hostages.
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Woman expelled from NYSC camp after AI video frame-up
A married woman was expelled from NYSC orientation camp in Ekiti after a male corps member allegedly used AI-generated kissing videos to frame her for adultery. Her husband's legal and tech team proved the videos were 98% AI-generated, leading to her rein
Finland Lists 3 Foreigner Categories Exempt from Work Permit
Finland's government has published guidelines on its official website detailing three categories of foreigners who can work in the country without a residence permit, including those already legally residing in Finland.
Davido Calls Out Senator Fadahunsi Over Threat to Accord
Afrobeats star Davido shared a video of Senator Fadahunsi allegedly ordering violence against Accord party members ahead of Osun election, sparking reactions.
MMA1 Arrival Reopens, Air Peace Passengers Enter
The arrival section of Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 (MMA1) has reopened, allowing stranded Air Peace passengers to enter the terminal after hours of delay.
United Nigeria, Air Peace Suspend Flights Over Union Strike
United Nigeria Airlines and Air Peace halted flights on August 11, 2026, after aviation unions barricaded Lagos and Abuja airports over worker rights and unpaid ticket charges.
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Carpenter Freed by DSS, Gets ₦3 Million Compensation
Mustapha Marwana, a carpenter arrested over the Oyo school abductions, has been cleared by the DSS and paid ₦3 million in compensation after no evidence linked him to Ansaru.
China Visa Ban: False Info Leads to 1-5 Year Entry Bar
China's State Council has published Decree No. 841, allowing authorities to bar foreign nationals who provide false visa information for one to five years, effective September 15, 2026.
Kidnapped Girl Thanks Soldier After Kogi Rescue
Security forces rescued 16 kidnapped victims, including four children, in Kogi State. A heartwarming video shows a little girl thanking the soldier who carried her out of the forest after the operation.
Troops Rescue Kidnapped Man Who Escaped in Plateau Forest
Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE rescued Malam Adamu Umar, 37, who escaped from kidnappers and wandered in Madam Forest, Plateau State, on August 10, 2026.
Doctor Recounts Treating Girl Burned Over N500 Theft Allegation
A Nigerian doctor treated a 12-year-old girl whose finger was burned by a family over alleged N500 theft; the money was later found taken by a family member.
US revokes over 175,000 visas under Trump for crimes
The US State Department revoked more than 175,000 visas under Trump, citing criminal activity, security threats, and immigration violations, including birth tourism and fraud.
NUPRC Dismisses AI-Generated Employment Letters, Says No Recruitment
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has disowned AI-generated employment letters circulating online, stating it is not currently recruiting. The commission urges the public to disregard the documents and verify via official chann
Gunmen Abduct Ogun Farmer, Demand N500m Ransom
Armed men abducted 33-year-old poultry farmer Oreoluwa Osonuga at Ikenne Farm Settlement in Ogun State on Sunday, demanding N500 million ransom. Security forces are searching, with no breakthrough after two days.
Woman Falsely Accused of Adultery at NYSC Camp Gets Justice
A married woman expelled from NYSC camp in 2022 over adultery claims shares her side, saying AI-generated evidence framed her. Forensic tests proved fake, NYSC apologized, and she completed service.
Rita Edochie Challenges Judy Austin's Marriage Certificate Over Summons
Rita Edochie rejects court summons from Judy Austin, questioning the name 'Mrs Judith Yul Edochie' and demanding a marriage certificate before responding.
UK Graduate Visa: 2 Things Foreign Graduates Cannot Do
UK Graduate visa holders cannot claim benefits, public funds, or state pension, and cannot work as professional sportspersons. Learn the restrictions.
Cult clash kills three in Osun, police confirm
Three people were killed in cult-related clashes between Aiye and Eiye confraternities in Ilesa, Osun State, police confirmed. The incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on Monday, August 11.
UK court jails Congolese man for life over killing of Nigerian roommate
Benjamin Katabana, 28, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 20 years for the murder of Nigerian Uchenna Okirie in Norwich, UK.
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