2Baba Condemns Benue Killings, Calls for Action
Nigerian singer 2Baba visited Otukpo-Nobi, Benue, condemning recurring attacks and urging collective action to end violence.
Category : Security
Police Arrest Cemetery Manager Over Corpse Theft in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom police arrested two suspects, including a cemetery manager, for exhuming a corpse and stealing its casket in Uyo. The incident was uncovered on 3 August after a resident alerted officers.
Court remands retired SSS officer over IPOB links
A Federal High Court in Abuja remanded retired SSS officer Nwaogu Ezeakolam in Kuje prison for alleged IPOB membership and social media support.
Anambra uncovers child trafficking, woman of God sells newborn
Anambra State uncovers child trafficking case where a self-acclaimed woman of God sold a newborn for N2.5m, giving N300,000 to the mother, and faces police prosecution.
LASEPA Seals 12 Lagos Facilities Over Environmental Violations
LASEPA has sealed 12 establishments in Ijora Causeway and Apapa for persistent environmental violations, reaffirming its commitment to public health and compliance.
Customs Seizes 140 Rifles, N373.8m Cannabis Products
Nigeria Customs intercepted 140 pump-action rifles and cannabis-infused products worth N373.8 million at TinCan Island Port, arresting suspects and warning of public health threats.
Ogun rescues seven abducted polytechnic students
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun confirms rescue of seven Gateway ICT Polytechnic students abducted on 29 July, with two suspects arrested.
Kogi Vows Justice After Reprisal Killings in Kupa Kingdom
Kogi State condemns reprisal killings in Kupa Kingdom, vows to arrest perpetrators, and directs security to restore peace after multiple deaths.
IGP deploys new police commissioners to eight states
IGP Olatunji Disu approves deployment of new police commissioners to eight state commands and strategic formations nationwide, announced Thursday.
13 Kwara abductees still missing as 163 rescued
Only 163 of 176 abducted women and children from Woro, Kwara, have been rescued; 13 remain missing, says KDA chairman.
Kogi Govt Condemns Reprisal Killings, Orders Arrests
Kogi State condemns reprisal killings in Kupa Kingdom, orders security agencies to arrest perpetrators and restore peace in affected communities.
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to counterfeit asthma drug Ulmicort
NAFDAC warns Nigerians about suspected counterfeit asthma medicine Ulmicort 0.5 mg/ml, which could cause treatment failure and serious health risks.
Atiku Raises Alarm Over Suspicious Bank Credit
Atiku Abubakar raises alarm over an unauthorized credit into his private bank account, questioning how his confidential details were obtained.
Lagos arrests 27 for vandalising Festac-Alakija bridge
Lagos State Government arrested 27 suspects for allegedly removing iron rods, steel reinforcements, and cables from the new Festac-Alakija bridge, posing a serious threat to public safety.
Court Jails Four for $5.2m Money Laundering
Federal High Court in Lagos sentenced four individuals to prison for their roles in a $5.2 million money laundering scheme, convicting them on charges brought by the EFCC.
Police Arrest Five Pakistan Nationals in Benue, Recover 35 Phones
Benue police arrest five Pakistani nationals in Otukpo and Ugbokolo, recovering 35 mobile phones in intelligence-led operations.
Benue Man Slams Witchcraft Accusations as Poverty Issue
A Benue man, Kamo Emmanuel, says parents of wealthy kids aren't accused of witchcraft, reacting to an elderly man's accusation in Buruku LGA.
Thai teen kills 8 in school shooting after killing grandparents
A 14-year-old Thai student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, killing 5 teachers and his grandparents before turning the gun on himself, leaving 8 dead and 22 hospitalized.
Anambra Court Jails Student 35 Years for Raping 10-Year-Old
Anambra State High Court sentenced Wisdom Edem, 27, to 35 years in prison for raping, sexually abusing, and injuring a 10-year-old girl, dismissing his claim that she seduced him.
NFF Demands FIFA President Infantino Resign Immediately
Norwegian Football Federation becomes first national body to formally demand FIFA President Gianni Infantino's resignation, citing lost institutional trust and governance chaos.
Troops rescue injured farmer after herder attack in Plateau
Troops under Operation Enduring Peace rescued a farmer with head injuries after an attack by suspected Fulani herders in Bokkos LGA, Plateau State, on August 6, 2026.
Atiku Alarmed by Suspicious Credit to Private Bank Account
Atiku Abubakar, ADC presidential candidate, raises alarm over an unauthorized 'Contribution Electioneering Campaign' credit to his private bank account, questioning how unknown persons obtained his confidential banking details.
OpenAI Flags Critical Cybersecurity Risk in AI
OpenAI issued a critical cybersecurity warning for its AI models, weeks after a Hugging Face incident exposed vulnerabilities, urging developers to patch and secure systems.
Minister Hails NSCDC Mining Marshals Commander for Tackling Illegal Mining
Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim presented a Transformational Leadership Award to NSCDC Mining Marshals commander John Onoja at the WINSEC 2026 summit in Abuja, praising his role in curbing illegal mining.
Retired DSS Officer Arraigned for Alleged IPOB Membership
Retired DSS officer Nwaogu Ihechimere Ezeakolam was arraigned in Abuja on four counts of alleged IPOB membership and terrorism support, pleading not guilty and remanded in Kuje prison.
Man Arrested for Killing Father, Dumping Body in Well
Peter Sinamai, 30, arrested in Adamawa for allegedly killing his father and dumping the body in a well. Police recover corpse, autopsy ordered.
Man jailed 4 years for abducting, raping teen in Ondo
Odigbo Magistrate's Court sentenced Clement Odey to four years imprisonment for abducting and raping a 15-year-old girl in Ondo State.
EFCC Arrests Spiritualist for Sextortion of Indian Woman
EFCC arrested Odigie Moses, a self-acclaimed spiritualist, for allegedly sextorting an Indian woman of $1,100 after threatening to release her nude video.
How Nigerians Can Detect and Avoid Fake Bank Alerts
Fake bank alert scams cost Nigerians billions. Learn to verify payments, avoid fraud, and protect your business with these 7 tips from NIBSS and CBN.
Ivan Toney charged with assault over Soho nightclub incident
England striker Ivan Toney, 30, has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm over a December 2024 incident at a Soho nightclub. He will appear in court on September 24.
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