Lady Cries Out Over Abusive Marriage, Seeks Help
Stella Okeme, a young Nigerian woman, has publicly pleaded for help, alleging physical abuse and intimidation by her husband since their traditional marriage.
Category : Security
Kano police deny being doctors after severed manhood query
Kano police spokesperson CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa says he is not a doctor when asked if a severed manhood can regain function, following the arrest of a woman for cutting her boyfriend's genitals.
Bandits Kill Businessman, Kidnap Children in Kaduna
Bandits killed prominent businessman Elder J.J. Agbo and three others, and kidnapped his two children in Sanga LGA, Kaduna. Attacks occurred over three days, with multiple victims.
UK Lists 3 Reasons Nigerians, Other Foreign Nationals Can Be Deported
The UK government has outlined three grounds for deporting foreign nationals: a 12-month prison sentence, Home Secretary order, or being family of a deported person.
US Patriot and THAAD Stockpiles Depleted After Iran War
A new CSIS report estimates fewer than 827 Patriot and 278 THAAD interceptors remain after weeks of conflict with Iran, alarming senior US military officials.
US Lists 3 Immigration Violations That Can Lead to Deportation
The US government has identified three major immigration violations—criminal acts, public safety threats, and visa breaches—that can trigger deportation of non-citizens, including Nigerians, with expedited removal possible without court hearing.
Man Arrested for Raping 13-Year-Old at Knifepoint in Bauchi
Bauchi Police arrest 23-year-old Sirajo Ali for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl at knifepoint in Dass LGA. The suspect lured the victim into his room, threatened her with a knife, and committed the crime. Investigation ongoing.
Police Arrest Barber Over Ritual Hair Use in Abia
A barber in Umuahia, Abia State, was arrested after police allegedly found a clay pot filled with shaved human hair and fetish items in his apartment, raising fears of ritual practices.
Lagos Police Probe Dispatch Rider Death After Alleged Attack
Lagos police investigate the death of 32-year-old dispatch rider Emmanuel Jegede after eyewitnesses allege hoodlums pushed him off his motorcycle; police urge caution as conflicting accounts emerge.
Australia Lists 4 Things Delaying Foreigners' Citizenship in 2026
Australia's Department of Home Affairs has outlined four key factors that can delay citizenship applications for foreigners in 2026, including incomplete submissions and background checks.
Kaduna Attack: Survivor Begged Father to Flee, Killed
Survivors of deadly terrorist attack on Naridon village recount horror as 30 lives lost, including five siblings. President Tinubu orders security to track perpetrators.
British Man Jailed in Saudi Over Tweets Yet to Meet Baby
Ahmed Al-Doush, a British business analyst, has been imprisoned in Saudi Arabia since August 2024 for old tweets and has not seen his newborn child, despite a sentence reduction and international outcry.
Building Collapse in Sokoto, No Injuries Reported
A two-storey building under construction collapsed in Sokoto after workers evacuated following signs of instability. No deaths or injuries were reported.
Abia N200m Fee on Presidential Candidates for 2027 Ads
The Abia State Structure for Signage and Advertising Agency has announced steep fees for 2027 election campaign materials, with presidential candidates to pay N200 million and governorship candidates N150 million, sparking opposition from political partie
Dispatch rider dies after refusing extortion in Lagos
A 32-year-old dispatch rider, Emmanuel Jegede, died in Lagos after suspected hoodlums pushed him off his bike for refusing extortion along Ikotun-Idimu Road. Police are investigating.
Police Guide for Character Certificate, Tinted Glass Permit
The Nigeria Police Force launched an online platform POSSAP for Police Character Certificate and Tinted Glass Permit applications, requiring online registration and biometric capture, with a 72-hour processing time.
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Bus conductor to receive 10 strokes for slapping passenger
A Kaduna Magistrates' Court sentenced a 20-year-old bus conductor to 10 strokes of the cane after he pleaded guilty to slapping a passenger twice during a fare dispute.
UK councillor charged for offensive Nigerians post
A UK councillor has been charged under the Communications Act for a social media post suggesting Nigerians should be melted down and used to fill potholes.
Two Sentenced to Death for 2019 Ritual Murder of DELSU Student
A Delta State High Court has sentenced two men to death by hanging for the 2019 kidnapping and ritual murder of Elozino Ogege, a first-class student at DELSU, after a nine-year trial.
US Embassy Urges Americans to Regularise Nigerian Visas
The US Embassy in Abuja advises American citizens to regularise immigration status by July 31 to avoid $15 daily fines and multi-year re-entry bans under Nigeria's new rules.
FG Arraigns Ansaru Commanders Over Oriire Kidnapping
The Federal Government arraigned five Ansaru terrorists, including two captured commanders, on fresh charges of terrorism, kidnapping, and murder of two teachers during the 2026 Oriire school abduction in Oyo State.
FCC Lists 5 Ways to Stay Safe from Recruitment Scams
The Federal Character Commission warns Nigerians to avoid recruitment scams by using only official channels, not paying for jobs, and verifying information. Here are five safety tips.
Trump Vows to 'Beat the Crap Out of Iran' After Attack
President Trump warned Iran will face severe retaliation after a surprise attack on a US base. US-Saudi strikes kill at least 20 Iran-aligned militiamen in Iraq.
Nigeria Police Repatriate Chinese Fugitive in Wildlife Trafficking
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a 42-year-old Chinese fugitive, Cai Jinlian, to China to face charges of trafficking endangered wildlife scales.
Man Arraigned for Threatening to Post Ex-Girlfriend's Nude Video
A 23-year-old man, Olasunkanmi Shorunke, has been arraigned in Lagos for allegedly threatening to post a nude video of his ex-girlfriend, Faith Braimoh, on social media.
Emaciated Victims: Testimony of Failed Governance in Katsina
Khaleed Yazeedu shares haunting photos of two emaciated kidnap victims released after ransom, calling it an indictment of failed governance in Katsina.
Bauchi Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Stabbing of 25-Year-Old
Bauchi State Police arrest Al'amin Hamisu Gidado for stabbing Zahradeen Dan'azumi Tanko to death; accomplice Yahaya Muazu still at large.
Woman Fakes Kidnap, Extorts Mother in Benue, Two Arrested
Benue police arrest Mary Torkuma and Evergreen Samuel for staging a fake kidnapping to demand ransom from Torkuma's mother in Lagos. Commissioner warns against wasting police resources.
AIG Jimoh Wins 2025 Africa Anti-Crime Policing Award
Assistant Inspector General Olohundare Jimoh has been named the most outstanding anti-crime police chief in West and Central Africa for 2025 by the Security Watch Africa Initiative Network.
Nigerian Army Wins Best Counter-Terrorism Force in Africa
The Nigerian Army has been named Africa's Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025 by African Security Watch, earning the award for joint operations, intelligence campaigns, and civil-military cooperation.
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