Nigeria, Türkiye Seal Deal to Train 200 Special Forces

Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to deploy 200 Nigerian Special Forces for advanced military training in Türkiye, as announced by Defense Minister Gen. Christopher Musa. The deal includes joint defense equipment production and technology transfer.

Fake JAMB Coordinator Arrested in Anambra for Impersonation

Anambra Police have arrested Eric Nwombu for posing as a JAMB coordinator, collecting UTME slips from candidates. The suspect was caught with eight slips and a notebook of details, prompting a police investigation and public warning.

FCT Police Dissolves Tactical Teams, Warns Against Misconduct

The FCT Police Command has dissolved all tactical teams, merging them into a single Violent Crime Response Unit. Commissioner Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi issued strong warnings against extortion and unprofessionalism, emphasizing strict disciplinary actions for

Nigerian-American Threatens N1bn Lawsuit Against VeryDarkMan

Kelvin Onyiaeze, a Nigerian-American healthcare specialist, has threatened a N1 billion defamation lawsuit against social media commentator VeryDarkMan over false land-grabbing allegations, with support from the North American-Africa Coalition.

Infrared Drones Transform Nigeria's Oil Theft Fight

A report to Nigeria's joint parliamentary committee details how advanced surveillance technology, including infrared drones, has dramatically improved the detection and prevention of crude oil theft in the Niger Delta.

Two UTME Candidates Escape Abduction in Benue

Two Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination candidates kidnapped in Benue State have escaped. Police confirm one arrest and deployment of tactical teams to rescue remaining victims.

Police Summon 9 Ijebu Kingmakers Over Awujale Bribery Claims

Ogun State Police have summoned nine Ijebu-Ode kingmakers for questioning over bribery allegations in the selection of a new Awujale. Kingmaker Chief Abimbola Okenla expresses frustration over frequent police invitations, calling them distractions.

YEIDEP Disowns Fake N500,000 Grant Flyer, Warns of Fraud

The Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP) has disowned a viral social media flyer offering a N500,000 grant and agricultural training, labeling it a fraudulent scheme. Officials urge the public to verify information through

Nigerian Extradited to UK Charged with 2018 London Murder

Matthew Adebiyi, a 25-year-old Nigerian man, has been extradited to the United Kingdom and charged with the 2018 murder of 23-year-old Joshua Boadu in London. The case involves a stabbing incident in Bermondsey, with two others previously convicted.

Gunmen Behead Man in Plateau Attack

Gunmen ambushed and beheaded Elisha Abbas Saku, 30, in Miango District, Plateau State. The Irigwe Youth Movement issued a statement condemning the violence.

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