How Security Agencies Uncovered Plot Against Tinubu
A joint operation by the Nigerian Army and DSS uncovered a plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government and assassinate key figures, leading to multiple arrests.
Category : Security
CCTV Shows Man Stealing Phone in Lagos Plumbing Shop
Security footage reveals a man posing as a customer to steal a plumber's phone in a Lagos shop on January 26, 2026, highlighting urban crime risks.
Nasarawa Attack: 2 Dead, Woman Injured, Missing Persons
Armed assailants attacked Tse-Umelai community in Nasarawa, killing two, injuring a woman, and leaving others missing. Security forces have mobilized for search operations.
Newborn Critical After Mum Hit by E-Bike in Poole
A newborn baby is fighting for life in hospital after its mother was hit by an e-bike in Poole, UK. Police are urgently hunting the rider and passenger who fled the scene.
Ezra Olubi Demands ₦140M and Apology from Hundeyin
Ezra Olubi, co-founder of Paystack, demands ₦140 million in damages and a public apology from journalist David Hundeyin over defamatory tweets. The legal notice follows controversial posts comparing Olubi to Sean 'Diddy' Combs.
Assistant Principal Accused of Stealing 98 Walmart Items
A Georgia elementary school assistant principal faces felony shoplifting charges for allegedly stealing 98 items worth nearly $1,000 from Walmart using a brazen self-checkout stacking method.
Thieves Steal Iron Rods from Nigerian Building Site
A Nigerian man cries out after thieves invaded his construction site and carted away almost all the iron rods, leaving the project in jeopardy.
Russian Drone Hits Ukrainian Train, Killing Five Civilians
A Russian drone strike targeted a civilian passenger train in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, killing at least five people and injuring others. President Zelensky denounced the attack as terrorism amid ongoing assaults on infrastructure.
Man Dies While Crossing Road with Prescription in Ondo
A man tragically collapsed and died while attempting to cross a road in Owo, Ondo State, on January 29, 2026. Eyewitnesses report he was carrying a medical prescription, possibly heading to a pharmacy.
Kaduna Farmer Remanded for Alleged Rape of Elderly Widow
A Kaduna State High Court in Kafanchan has ordered the remand of farmer Timothy Ayock for allegedly raping a 70-year-old widow in Zangon Kataf LGA, with the case adjourned to March 5 for hearing.
Texas Inmate Executed for Double Murder, Final Words Revealed
Charles Victor Thompson was executed by lethal injection in Texas for the 1998 murders of his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend. His final statement asked for forgiveness from the victims' families.
Missing Child Found; Neighbour Arrested for Kidnapping
A child missing since November has been found, with a neighbour arrested for allegedly planning to sell the child. The case has shocked the community.
Kano Man Outraged as Toddlers Scavenge for Food in Cold
A Kano resident expresses profound anger after witnessing two young children, aged 2 and 5, scavenging for food in freezing conditions, condemning societal inaction on Almajiri street begging.
Woman Killed in Puppy Sale Ambush, Body Set on Fire
A 40-year-old South Carolina woman was lured to a rural road to buy a puppy, then fatally shot and set on fire in a suspected retaliation murder linked to her son.
Nursing Student Arrested After Lecturer Dies in Minna
Niger State police detain nursing student following the death of a lecturer from Newgate University during a visit to her residence in Minna. Investigation ongoing.
Woman Arrested for Allegedly Stabbing Sister to Death in Lagos
Lagos State Police Command has detained a 30-year-old woman accused of fatally stabbing her 18-year-old sister during a domestic dispute in Agege. The victim died at a hospital after the altercation.
Iyo: Men in Police Uniform Kidnapped Me, Took All Savings
Nigerian skit maker Iyo shares traumatic experience of alleged kidnapping by armed men in police uniforms who beat him, seized his phone, and withdrew all his savings before abandoning him.
Man Seeks Leniency After Killing Wife Over Instagram
Murad Awadh Mbarak, convicted of murdering his wife Nuru Ibrahim for joining Instagram, pleads for reduced sentence as prosecution demands maximum penalty.
Bandits Abduct Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Leader in Zamfara
Ambassador Bashir Isa Gusau, North-West Youth Leader of the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Organisation, was abducted by armed bandits in Gusau, Zamfara State, in a violent raid on his residence.
Delta Police Dismantle Cult Network, Arrest Suspects
Delta State Police Command has dismantled a suspected cult killing network linked to violent clashes in Ughelli town, arresting multiple suspects and recovering weapons.
Comedian Deeone Summoned by Police Over Tinubu Fall Video
Nigerian comedian Deeone has been invited for police questioning after posting a video analyzing President Tinubu's stumble during his state visit to Turkey, raising concerns about freedom of expression.
Nigerian, Thai Wife Arrested in Thailand Drug Bust
A Nigerian man, his Thai wife, and a Canadian national have been arrested in Thailand following a police operation that dismantled a transnational cocaine trafficking ring operating in Koh Phangan.
WhatsApp Introduces Strict Account Settings for Security
WhatsApp has unveiled Strict Account Settings, an optional security feature designed to protect users from cyberattacks by tightening account protections with a single switch.
Bandits Kill 3 Police Officers in Katsina Ambush
Three police officers were killed and two injured in a bandit ambush in Katsina State during an anti-crime patrol in Guga village, Bakori LGA, on January 27, 2026.
Pregnant Woman Kidnapped in Ondo Community Attack
Gunmen attacked Ayede Community in Akure North LGA, Ondo State, abducting pregnant Mrs Mary Jesulayomi. A 90-year-old man narrowly escaped while his wife was briefly taken. Police have deployed tactical teams to rescue the victim.
Turji Captures Peace Negotiator in Katsina, Threatening Deal
Abdu Lankai, a bandit leader who enforced the Jibia peace agreement, has been captured by Bello Turji's faction in Katsina, killing seven and raising fears of renewed violence.
Police Arrest 6 in ₦7.7bn Telecom Fraud Scheme
Nigeria Police Force uncovers massive cyber-enabled telecom fraud involving illegal diversion of airtime and data resources worth over ₦7.7 billion, arresting six suspects in coordinated operations across multiple states.
Police Uncover N7.7bn Telecom Fraud, Arrest 6
The Nigeria Police Force has dismantled a sophisticated cybercrime syndicate that illegally diverted telecom airtime and data, causing over N7.7 billion in losses. Six suspects were arrested in coordinated operations across multiple states.
Brother Arrested for PDP Chieftain Murder in Adamawa
Adamawa State Police have arrested Abubakar Sadiq for the murder of his elder brother, PDP chieftain Alhaji Sadiq Kawu Boga, and neutralized two accomplices in a gun duel.
NSCDC Arrests Child Trafficker, Rescues 5 Kids in Zamfara
Zamfara NSCDC arrests 31-year-old Jerry Peter for trafficking five children aged 8-13, rescuing victims en route to multiple states. Suspect handed to NAPTIP.
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