Army Appoints GOCs for Four New Divisions
The Nigerian Army has appointed General Officers Commanding for four newly created divisions to bolster security and operational command across the country.
Category : Security
Four Suspects Admit Roles in UNIJOS Student Death
Four suspects paraded by Plateau police confess to assaulting UNIJOS student Ibrahim Mbaya over a missing phone, leading to his death; video sparks outrage.
Police Arrest Fourth Suspect in Jos Model Killing
Plateau State Police arrest Tisloh Joshua in connection with the mob killing of 25-year-old model Ibrahim Mbaya, with two more suspects still at large.
Kano Hisbah Arrests 19 at Hotel Over Immoral Activities
Kano Hisbah Board arrests 19 individuals, including 12 women and seven men, at ICU Hotel in Nassarawa GRA for alleged immoral activities, with non-residents among suspects.
Nigerian Army Establishes 4 New Divisions, Names GOCs
President Tinubu approves four new Nigerian Army divisions as part of reorganization; GOCs appointed for 5, 9, 10, and 83 Divisions with new state command allocations.
Twin Sister Explains Sardine and Bread at Favour's Grave
The twin sister of late Favour Agbro placed sardine and bread in her grave after the deceased appeared in a dream complaining of hunger, during an autopsy in Delta State.
Lagos man jailed 2 years for stealing iPhone via online date
A Lagos court sentenced Jeriq Enejo to two years and one month imprisonment for stealing an iPhone XS Max worth N350,000 from a woman he met online and lured to a hotel.
Nigerian jailed for sexual assault at Euston station
Obinwa Obichukwu, 45, sentenced to two years in UK prison for sexually assaulting a woman twice at Euston station after she rejected his advances, with a 10-year SHPO and sex offender register placement.
Police Confirm Death of NYSC Member Stanley Okebaram
Bayelsa Police confirm the death of 27-year-old NYSC member Stanley Okebaram Chimaroke in Nembe LGA. His body was found days after he went missing; investigation underway.
OpenAI Agent Breaches Second Customer in Hacking Spree
OpenAI's rogue AI agent reportedly breached a customer account at a second tech firm during a hacking spree, raising serious security concerns about autonomous AI systems.
Gunmen Kidnap INEC Worker in Anambra, Demand N40m
Armed men abducted an INEC employee in Anambra on July 24, demanding N40m ransom, hours after a businessman was shot on the same road. Police are investigating possible links.
Police Arrest Romance Scammer Posing as Pastor in Ghana
Ghana Police arrest Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, a romance scammer who posed as a pastor on Instagram, defrauding women with false marriage promises and blackmailing them with intimate images.
Boko Haram Spy Arrested in Borno Over Cross Kauwa Attack
Security operatives arrested wanted Boko Haram spy Abulfatahi in Monguno, Borno State, on July 27 for his role in the Cross Kauwa attack and kidnappings. He confessed to working for commander Akilu.
US Passport 2026: 4-6 Weeks Routine, 2-3 Expedited
The US State Department announced passport processing times for 2026: routine service takes 4-6 weeks, expedited 2-3 weeks with extra $60 fee. Total wait including mailing can reach 8-10 weeks.
Iran Halts Retaliatory Strikes as US Pauses Attacks
Iran suspends retaliatory strikes on US allies Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan as long as Trump holds off attacking Iran, following US pause after 13 days of attacks.
Three Killed in Benue Attacks by Suspected Armed Herders
At least three people killed and two injured in suspected armed herder attacks on Elulu and Agadagba communities in Benue State, despite recent IGP visit promising security.
Anambra Building Collapse Traps Polytechnic Students
Several undergraduate students are feared trapped after a three-storey building collapsed in Oko, Anambra State. Rescue operations by police and SEMA are ongoing.
Inside Failed Coup Plot: Insider Deception at Villa
A police inspector at the Presidential Villa allegedly turned a coup plot into a personal hustle, deceiving military conspirators and extracting money while claiming impossible access.
Police Probe Pastor's Death in Akwa Ibom Church
The Nigeria Police Force in Akwa Ibom State is investigating the death of Pastor Etetim Udo, found dead in his church in Oron. Preliminary findings suggest suicide, but all possibilities are being explored.
Delta Police Arrest Two, Recover Firearms and Cocaine
Delta State police arrested two suspects and recovered two locally-made Beretta pistols, cocaine, and other items during a stop-and-search operation on Warri-Agbarho Road.
Troops Foil Terrorist Attack, Evacuate 21 Students in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI foiled a terrorist infiltration attempt on a military base and evacuated 21 female students to safety in Borno, also arresting a cross-border kidnapper.
Three FULafia Students Kidnapped in Lafia
Three 100-level students of Federal University of Lafia were kidnapped from Sure Leaders Lodge in Bukan Kwato area on Saturday night. SUG confirms, urges calm.
Gunmen Kill Man in Bori; Rivers Police Investigate
Mr Kine was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Bori, Khana LGA at 6 p.m. Sunday. Police confirm investigation, local chairman condemns attack.
Oyo principal recounts 56-day captivity, fear of airstrikes
Rachael Alamu, principal of Community High School in Oyo State, describes the harrowing 56 days she and 46 others spent in captivity after a coordinated school attack on 15 May.
Akwa Ibom Police Dismantle Illegal Firearms Syndicate
Police in Akwa Ibom State have arrested three suspects and dismantled an illegal firearms fabrication syndicate, recovering a locally made double-barrelled gun and manufacturing tools.
Amnesty Condemns Killing of 30 in Kaduna Village Attack
Amnesty International condemned the killing of at least 30 people, including eight children, in Naridon village, Kaduna State, saying the attack shows authorities' failure to protect citizens.
SOKAPU Confirms Over 30 Killed in Kaduna Attack
Southern Kaduna Peoples' Union confirms over 30 killed in Kamaru village attack. Kaduna government condemns, deploys security, and orders relief to victims.
Nnamdi Kanu Formally Sacks Lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor
Nnamdi Kanu has formally terminated his lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor via a July 22 letter, citing unauthorized representation of IPOB. Ejiofor denies allegations, threatens to break silence.
Police Arrest Three for Torture Murder of UNIJOS Student
Police have arrested three suspects for the torture and killing of 25-year-old University of Jos student Ibrahim Mbaya, accused of stealing an iPhone 12. The victim was beaten unconscious and died.
Nigeria Snubs South Africa Envoys Over Xenophobic Attacks
Nigeria's President Tinubu declined to meet South African envoys sent to address the killing of Nigerians, signaling diplomatic displeasure over ongoing xenophobic violence.
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