NICN Reinstates 70 Soldiers Pardoned by Buhari
Lagos NICN orders reinstatement of 70 soldiers dismissed for mutiny after presidential pardon by Buhari, with full pay from July 2022.
Category : Security
Truck Brake Failure Kills 7, Injures 2 UniAbuja Students
Seven people are feared dead and two University of Abuja students injured after a truck with brake failure rammed into eight vehicles near the university's main gate on Monday.
Building Collapse Kills Two Students in Anambra
Two students died and three were injured when a three-storey hostel collapsed in Oko, Anambra State. The building, Elite Five Star Lodge, housed Federal Polytechnic, Oko students.
AGF Appears in Sowore's Trial, Seeks to Stop SSS Subpoena
The Attorney General of the Federation unexpectedly appeared in Omoyele Sowore's cyberstalking trial to oppose a subpoena for the SSS Director, citing national security.
Tinubu Condemns Kaduna Attack, Orders Security Sweep
President Tinubu condemns the Monday attack in Naridon village, Kaduna, which killed about 30 people, calling it an unprovoked act of terror, and orders intensified security operations.
EFCC Crackdown Drives Yahoo Boys Out of Ekiti, Businesses Suffer
Former Senator Babafemi Ojudu says EFCC's intensified operations in Ekiti have caused a mass exodus of cybercrime suspects, leaving hotels, lounges, and businesses in Ado Ekiti struggling.
14 Killed in Suspected Herder Attack in Benue State
At least 14 people have been killed in a fresh attack by suspected armed herders on Efeyi community in Otukpo LGA, Benue State, with residents accusing security forces of delayed response.
Saudi Aramco Shuts Jazan Refinery After Houthi Attack
Houthi missile and drone attack damages Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery, halting operations. Repairs expected by 15 August. Drones from Iraq also intercepted.
Navy Seizes Tanker with 650 Tonnes Stolen Crude Oil Worth N660m
The Nigerian Navy's Eastern Naval Command arrested MT FILIA with 650 metric tonnes of stolen crude oil valued at over N660 million, highlighting ongoing efforts against oil theft.
Retired General Hails Tinubu's Army Restructuring
Retired Major General Anthony Atolagbe praises President Tinubu's expansion of the Nigerian Army from 8 to 12 divisions, calling it a decisive step to combat evolving security threats.
Army Colonel Shot Dead in Abuja Abduction Attempt
A Nigerian military intelligence officer, Colonel Abdussalam Ude, was shot dead after resisting abduction at his home in Kurudu, Abuja, leaving his wife, driver, and guard injured.
Police recover stolen vehicles from Burkina Faso
Nigeria Police recover and repatriate two vehicles stolen in Abuja and trafficked to Burkina Faso by a cross-border syndicate; one suspect arrested.
Fourth suspect arrested in UNIJOS student killing
Police arrest fourth suspect Tisloh Joshua in the torture and murder of 25-year-old University of Jos student Ibrahim Mbaya; three others are already in custody.
Oyo State Receives Two Surveillance Aircraft for Security
Governor Seyi Makinde took delivery of two security surveillance aircraft at Ibadan airport, fulfilling a promise to boost aerial monitoring by Amotekun Corps and other agencies.
Sunday Igboho: DSS Killed Cat Thinking It Was Me
Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Igboho says DSS operatives shot a cat during the 2021 Ibadan raid, believing it was him, while he watched from inside.
1997 Flashback: Bandits Raid Oyinlola's Lagos Home
In 1997, armed bandits raided the Lagos home of former military governor Colonel Olagunsoye Oyinlola, killing two attackers but losing an SMG rifle, as security forces faced over five weapon thefts in February alone.
Herdsmen Kill 15 in Fresh Benue Attacks
At least 15 people killed as armed herdsmen attack Ugboju communities in Otukpo LGA, Benue State. Chairman Ogiri confirms 14 bodies recovered, urges enforcement of anti-open grazing law.
Federal High Court Mandates PoS Operators to Register with NDPC
The Federal High Court affirms NDPC authority over PoS operators, requiring mandatory registration for data protection compliance under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023.
Nigerian Student Jailed 7 Years for Robbery Blackmail UK
A 19-year-old Nigerian student in the UK, Oluwatobiloba Akinrinola, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in a robbery and blackmail plot targeting partygoers in Leicestershire.
Nigerian Officer Arrested for Public Intoxication in Texas
Bashir Oladimeji Lawal, a Nigerian-born correctional officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, was arrested on July 26, 2026 for public intoxication in Huntsville, Texas, and fined $281.
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Lagos Launches Africa's First Digital Building Insurance
Lagos State Government launched LAGBIS, Africa's first digital building insurance programme, aiming to protect 500,000 buildings with instant policy issuance and compliance verification.
Fani-Kayode Condemns Murder of Nigerian in South Africa
Ambassador Femi Fani-Kayode reacts to a video showing a Nigerian man allegedly beaten to death by South African police, vowing to end the persecution of Nigerians in South Africa.
Husband Finds 5 Dead Babies in Boxes After Argument
A husband in Orange, France, discovered five decomposing baby remains in cardboard boxes after an argument with his wife, who was hospitalized. Police have opened an investigation.
Harrison Gwamnishu Demands Justice for Widow Harassed by In-Laws
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has called for intervention after a 28-year-old widow, Tosin, was allegedly harassed and confined to a single room by in-laws eight days after her husband's death in Ikorodu, Lagos.
Oshiomhole: Naira Redesign Policy Gave Lagos to Obi
Senator Adams Oshiomhole says Peter Obi's 2023 victory in Lagos resulted from public anger over the naira redesign policy, which alienated APC voters amid cash scarcity.
Delta Police Exhume Body of Nursing Student After Alleged Rape Suicide
Delta police exhumed Favour Agbro, a 20-year-old nursing student who died by suicide after alleging rape by content creator Odogwu Asaba, for autopsy. Twin sister placed food in grave citing dream.
Three ISWAP Fighters Surrender in Borno
Three suspected ISWAP fighters surrendered to Nigerian troops in Damasak, Borno, citing exhaustion and sustained bombardment under Operation Hadin Kai.
Nigerian student accomplice jailed robbery blackmail UK
A 19-year-old Nigerian student and another man were jailed for torturing and humiliating party guests in the UK and posting the crimes on TikTok.
15 Killed in Herdsmen Attack on Benue Communities
At least 15 people have been killed in fresh attacks by suspected herdsmen in Otukpo LGA, Benue State. 14 bodies recovered from Efeyi-Ugboju, one from Ipom.
Ukraine hits 201 Russian shadow fleet vessels in Black Sea
Ukraine claims to have struck 201 vessels in Russia's shadow fleet over three weeks under Operation MoLoChKa, targeting oil, grain, and cargo to disrupt war financing and isolate occupied Crimea.
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