Imo Police Detain Four Officers Over Boot Arrest Video
Imo Police arrest four officers caught on video forcing a suspect into a car boot during a drug raid in Owerri, ordering immediate detention and investigation.
Category : Security
Police Invite AIG Jimoh, VDM Over Murder Case Allegations
Police invite AIG Moshood Jimoh and activist VeryDarkMan for questioning over twin murder case allegations in Lagos, urging respect for sub judice.
Fake Lawyer Fined N270,000 in Lagos
A 55-year-old man, John Nwawuto Anoruo, was convicted and fined ₦270,000 by a Lagos High Court for impersonating a lawyer and using a forged NBA seal.
Benin Airport runway reopens after 12-day closure
Benin Airport runway reopens 12 days after an Enugu Air aircraft veered off, disrupting flights. ValueJet resumes services Wednesday.
Nigerian Banks Contain Global Cyberattack Impact
Nigerian banks swiftly contain global cyberattack effects, assuring customers deposits are safe and services remain operational, with strong cybersecurity measures.
Troops Arrest 19 Suspects After Plateau Ambush
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested 19 suspects in Tongoron, Riyom LGA, Plateau State, following a deadly ambush on security operatives. The suspects are being profiled for links to the attack.
Kebbi Police Arrest Two Over Recruits' Abduction
Kebbi police arrested two suspects linked to the July abduction of three military recruits in Zamfara. One suspect made useful disclosures; case transferred for further investigation.
Kaduna Police Arrest 16 Kidnappers, Recover Arms and Goods
Kaduna police arrested 16 suspected kidnappers, 3 gunrunners, and 6 counterfeit currency suspects in two weeks, recovering firearms, 170 fake dollars, and stolen items.
Benue: Herders Kill Four in Guma Community Attack
Suspected armed herders killed four people in Abaashwa, Benue State, on Monday night, with residents linking the attack to a recent arrest of a herder.
Zenith Bank probes data breach amid global cyberattack
Zenith Bank is investigating a data breach involving unauthorised customer data access, assuring that financial information and banking services remain secure.
Ex-Power Minister Mamman Jailed 75 Years for N33.8bn Fraud
Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman gets 75 years for diverting N33.8bn meant for Mambilla and Zungeru hydropower projects, a landmark anti-corruption ruling.
EFCC Freezes Osun Govt Account 10 Days Before Poll
EFCC freezes an Osun State Government account at First Bank, blocking transactions. Governor Adeleke calls it lawless, ahead of August 15 election.
Soyinka Urges Dialogue Over Violence in Niger Delta
At 92, Wole Soyinka urged Niger Delta youths to choose dialogue over violence, emphasizing intellectual militancy for development, during the Annual Wole Soyinka Lecture in Port Harcourt.
NSCDC Dismisses Two Mining Marshals for Arming Illegal Miners
NSCDC dismisses two Mining Marshal operatives for providing illegal miners with firearms, clears Commander John Onoja of N2bn diversion and cover-up allegations.
Kwara Woro kidnap victims regain freedom after weeks
All residents abducted during the terrorist attack on Woro, Kwara State, have regained freedom, the state government announced, praising Tinubu and security forces.
NDIC pays N106bn to Heritage Bank depositors, payments ongoing
NDIC has paid over N106 billion to depositors of defunct Heritage Bank, with payments ongoing for unresolved claims due to BVN, KYC issues.
TikTok deletes death row inmate's account after probe
TikTok account linked to convicted murderer Elijah Oyebode, who hosted live sessions from Ibara prison, has been deleted following an investigation.
Anambra Police Arrest Spiritualist After Three Children Found Dead
Police in Anambra arrested a female spiritualist after three children were found dead in her shrine. A fourth child is in critical condition.
Cocoa Farm Worker Killed in Cross River; Police Hunt Suspects
A cocoa farm worker was killed in Boki LGA, Cross River. Police are hunting three suspects. The victim, Joseph Friday, died from gunshot wounds.
Wale Jana Blasts Jude Okoye in P-Square Feud
Businessman Wale Jana says Jude Okoye is greedy and must leave P-Square, while Peter's emotional reactions are destructive.
Ugandan footballer David Owori killed in Kampala
Ugandan international footballer David Owori, 27, was killed in Kampala when robbers attacked him with paving stones during a phone theft attempt, his club SC Villa confirmed.
Bauchi Police Recover N2.26m Stolen Roofing Sheets
Bauchi Police arrest Muktari Rufa'i, 35, and recover 460 metres of Stonecut roofing sheets valued at N2.26 million in Azare. Suspect named accomplice, at large.
Crane kills 3 in Ogun road accident on expressway
At least three persons died and three others were injured in a head-on collision involving a crane and a Benz truck along the Ijebu Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State on Wednesday, August 5.
Troops recover 147 stolen livestock, motorcycles in Sokoto
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma recovered 147 rustled livestock and 3 motorcycles in Sokoto. 101 cattle, 44 sheep, 2 camels were returned to owners.
Troops Arrest Teenage Herders Over Farm Destruction in Plateau
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested two teenage herders in Plateau State over alleged farm destruction in Jos East and Bassa LGAs, and rescued a 13-year-old herder detained by farmers.
3 Children Found Dead at Native Doctor's Compound in Anambra
Three children were found dead in a female native doctor's compound in Anambra State; a fourth child is in critical condition. Police have arrested the suspect and launched an investigation.
Rights Groups: Israeli Strike Killing Journalist Was War Crime
HRW, Amnesty, and Legal Agenda found Israel's April 2026 strike killing journalist Amal Khalil in Lebanon was a deliberate war crime, demanding an arms embargo and investigation.
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Man fined for Angel of Death hospital roof stunt
Leon Gillespie, 26, fined £200 after climbing Ysbyty Glan Clwyd Hospital roof in Grim Reaper costume, causing distress and emergency response.
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EFCC: Osun accounts frozen to stop fraudulent transfers
EFCC froze Osun State accounts to prevent fraudulent transfer of N11 billion federal allocations, citing suspicious fund movements since August 2, 2026.
PSC Deploys 8 Police Commissioners, Appoints New Commandant
PSC approves redeployment of eight Commissioners of Police to state commands and appoints AIG Auwal Mohammed as Commandant of Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil.
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