30 feared dead in Jigawa boat accident
Over 30 people, mostly female farmers, are feared dead after a boat capsized in Ringim LGA, Jigawa State. Rescue operations are ongoing.
Category : Security
Troops Arrest 5 Suspected Militia Members in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke arrested five suspected militia members and seized a Dane gun and ammunition during a clearance operation in Otukpo LGA, Benue State.
IPMAN warns imported petrol prices could destabilise Nigeria
IPMAN warns that imported petrol selling at ₦1,350/litre threatens price stability and the naira, urging a review of import licences and support for local refineries.
Choirmaster Jailed 25 Years for Raping Teen During Fake Deliverance
An Anambra State High Court sentenced choirmaster James Onuorah to 25 years for raping a 16-year-old girl under the guise of spiritual deliverance, resulting in pregnancy.
17 US Soldiers Killed as Iran Conflict Escalates
US confirms 17 soldiers killed in Iran conflict after another death in Iraq; remains found of missing soldier in Jordan; Iran vows to fight on.
Troops dismantle kidnap syndicate in Imo, rescue victim
Troops of 34 Artillery Brigade under Operation UDO KA dismantled a kidnapping syndicate in Njaba LGA, Imo State, rescuing a victim, arresting a suspect, and recovering ransom proceeds and a vehicle.
Nigerian teen dies after entering lake in UK
Iretomiwa Abiodun Micheal, 16, died after being rescued from Swanholme Lakes in Lincoln, UK. His parents described him as a vibrant, unforgettable young man.
Iran attacks Kuwait and Bahrain power plants, US bases targeted
Kuwait accuses Iran of setting fire to a power and water plant for the second time in two days as Gulf states face drone strikes amid US-Iran escalation.
Woman warns man to stay away from underage sister
Victoria Ene Ejeh warns Alome Emmanuel to stay away from her underage sister, citing evidence of his chats and call records, and advises him to care for his pregnant girlfriend.
Two youths swept away by swollen river in Kaduna
Two young men are missing after being swept away by a swollen river in Hayin Malam Bello, Kaduna, following heavy rain. Rescue efforts by NEMA, KADSEMA, and Fire Service continue.
ISWAP Attack on FGGC Borno: Students Killed, 46 Rescued
ISWAP terrorists attacked FGGC Monguno, killing some students. Troops foiled a mass abduction, rescuing all 46 students. Security forces engaged attackers with heavy fire, forcing them to flee.
Choirmaster Jailed 25 Years for Raping Teen in Anambra
An Anambra High Court sentenced choirmaster James-Mary Onuorah to 25 years for raping a 16-year-old girl under the guise of deliverance, awarding N5m compensation.
ADC Chieftain Blames Land Grabbing for Benue Violence
ADC chieftain Kelly Agaba says Benue attacks are driven by land grabbing and mineral resource control, not herder-farmer conflict, alleging a 2016 land sale to Fulani interests.
Jayden Adams Death: Fight With Girlfriend Before Suicide
South Africa World Cup star Jayden Adams allegedly argued with his girlfriend before his death. Police have opened an inquest as tributes pour in from the football community.
Boko Haram Kidnaps Pastor's Wife and 3 Children in Borno
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists kidnapped a pastor's wife and three children near Kareto village, Borno State, on July 18, 2026, targeting them due to their Christian faith.
ICE Officer Who Shot Maine Immigrant Had Brain Injury, Memory Loss
An ICE officer who fatally shot a Venezuelan immigrant in Maine previously claimed a head injury caused memory loss and cognitive deficits, court documents show.
Military Strikes, Cholera Outbreak Collapse Terrorist Ops in NE
A new SBM Intelligence report reveals that sustained military offensives and a cholera outbreak have crippled terrorist operations in Nigeria's Northeast region.
14-Year-Old UK Boy Charged with Terror Plot to Attack Mosques
A 14-year-old boy in London has been charged with preparing terrorist acts linked to extreme right-wing terrorism, allegedly targeting two mosques in Sutton.
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US launches fresh strikes on Iran after two soldiers killed
The United States has launched fresh military strikes against Iranian coastal and air defense systems following a deadly drone attack on a US base in Jordan that killed two American soldiers.
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Same Drug Costs ₦40,000 in Gbagada, ₦9,500 on Lagos Island
A Nigerian man bought the same prescription medication for ₦40,000 in Gbagada and ₦9,500 on Lagos Island, sparking debate over unfair drug pricing across pharmacies in Nigeria.
NDLEA Seizes 1.63M Tramadol Pills, Busts Drug Syndicate
The NDLEA intercepted 1.63 million tramadol pills in Lagos and uncovered a transnational drug syndicate operating across Nigeria, Ghana, and the UK.
FG Warns of Fake N50,000 Allowance Registration Scam
The federal ministry of humanitarian affairs debunked viral claims of N50,000 National Support Allowance registration, warning Nigerians to ignore fraudulent messages.
US Issues ‘Do Not Travel’ Alert for 23 Countries, Lists Nigerian States
The US Department of State updated its global travel advisory, classifying 23 nations under Level 4: Do Not Travel, and warning Americans to avoid several Nigerian states due to security risks.
Anambra Court Sentences Two to Death for Rape, Murder of Teen
An Anambra High Court sentenced Elochukwu Belonwu and Chukwuebuka Ofokwu to death by hanging for the rape and murder of 17-year-old Jennifer Anene.
Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested by US Marshals on UK Charges
US Marshals arrested Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami on July 18, 2026. UK authorities bring additional rape charges against the manosphere influencers, with extradition pending.
Bayelsa Police Arrest 3 for Stealing N500M Govt Equipment
Bayelsa State Police arrested three ministry staff for allegedly stealing government equipment worth over N500 million, including a generator and forklift.
Nigerian arrested in India for drugs and romance scam
A 27-year-old Nigerian, Obase Prosper, arrested in Delhi with 5.085 kg of methamphetamine worth over ₹10 crore and linked to an international romance scam syndicate targeting Indians.
Woman arrested for killing husband's mistress's baby in Benue
A 25-year-old woman, Erdoo Ugede, was arrested in Benue State for allegedly killing the two-month-old son of her husband's mistress. The baby died after being struck with an object.
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Freed Oyo teacher says kidnappers released them before soldiers
Rescued teacher Zacchaeus Olatunde claims kidnappers released him and others after 56 days, before security personnel escorted them home, contradicting official rescue accounts.
Kenya Probes Cybersecurity Breach on Presidential Website
Kenya's Ministry of Information confirms a cybersecurity incident on the presidential website. Access was restricted for forensic investigation, but government systems remain secure.
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