US Denies 35,767 Work Permits for Green Card Applicants
USCIS denied 35,767 work permit applications from Green Card applicants between April and June 2026, pushing the denial rate to 44%, up from 25% in the prior two quarters.
Category : Banditry
Kaduna Couple, Baby Kidnapped; Bandits Demand N300m
Bandits abducted Ahmed Abubakar Zakka, his wife, and their six-month-old daughter from Alrahus Estate in Kaduna's Millennium City on October 6, 2026, demanding N300 million ransom. A pregnant woman was also taken in the same attack.
Bandit Kingpin Kachalla Mu'azu Killed in Zamfara Ambush
Bandit kingpin Kachalla Mu'azu and six gang members were killed in an ambush by a rival armed group in Gusau LGA, Zamfara State, on October 7, 2026.
FCT Workers Begin Indefinite Strike as NLC Ultimatum Expires
The NLC FCT Council has declared an indefinite strike from Wednesday, October 7, 2026, after a seven-day ultimatum to Minister Nyesom Wike expired. Teachers' disputes, including vacancy conditions and redeployment issues, remain unresolved.
Bandits Abduct Pregnant Woman, Baby, 2 Others in Kaduna Estate
Four people, including a pregnant woman and a six-month-old baby, were kidnapped from Alrahus Estate in Kaduna's Millennium City late Monday night, sparking panic among residents.
Obidient Movement: N20m Loss After Police Cancelled Akwa Ibom March
The Obidient Movement says it lost over N20m after police cancelled its two million-man march for Peter Obi in Akwa Ibom, accusing the police of violating the Constitution.
Bandits force Kwara pastor, 100 residents from camp
Rev. Isaac Omolehin says police ordered evacuation of his Kwara camp over bandit threat; over 100 residents, including orphans, fled and have not returned.
Bandits Abduct 5 in Zamfara Despite Curfew, Chairman Confirms
Armed bandits raided Tsafe, Zamfara State, at 1am, abducting five residents despite a 10pm curfew. LGA Chairman Garba Shehu Fanchas confirmed the attack and called for more security deployment.
Jigawa Hisbah Arrests Eight Men Over Homosexual Acts
Jigawa Hisbah arrested eight men over alleged homosexual acts after a 22-year-old filed a complaint, with one suspect still at large.
Scrap Dealers Threaten Strike Over Price Cuts and Unregistered Buyers
NASWDEN, the scrap dealers' union, plans to strike from October 1 over price cuts and unregistered buyers, which could leave metal theft and vandalism unchecked.
Abia APC Alleges Destruction of Tinubu, Kalu Billboards
Abia APC reports over 15 billboards of President Tinubu and Deputy Speaker Kalu destroyed in Bende LGA; urges security agencies to intervene before 2027 election.
Abia Flood: Three Dead, Homes Destroyed in Ugwueke Community
At least three people died and several homes and farmlands were destroyed after a severe flood swept through Ugwueke Community in Bende LGA, Abia State, following two days of heavy rainfall.
Taraba Mining Pit Collapse Kills 5, Rescue Ongoing
At least five illegal miners died after a mining pit collapsed in Mayo Kam, Bali LGA, Taraba state, on Thursday. Police confirm rescue efforts continue as more people may be trapped.
Primate Ayodele Warns Tinubu: Insecurity Could Derail 2027 Bid
Primate Elijah Ayodele warns President Tinubu that worsening insecurity, peaking in November and December, could spark protests, kidnappings, and attacks on campaign convoys, threatening his 2027 re-election.
Kaduna MACBAN: 50 Killed, 200,000 Cows Lost Since January
Kaduna MACBAN reports over 50 members killed and 200,000 cows stolen since January 2026, urging government and security agencies to act.
Army Denies Scholars Abducted at Yari's Residence in Zamfara
The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports that Islamic scholars were abducted at Senator Abdul'aziz Yari's Talata Mafara residence, saying intelligence shows victims were taken while travelling from Sububu forest in Bakura LGA.
Bandits Kill 5, Abduct Lawmaker's Brother in Kaduna
Bandits killed five people, including three vigilance officers, and abducted 27 others in Kaduna's Giwa and Kubau LGAs. The lawmaker's brother was among those taken.
Bandits Kill 5, Injure 3 in Sokoto, Abduct Residents
Bandits killed five people, injured three, and abducted residents in Girkau Ward, Kebbe LGA, Sokoto State, on Thursday evening, days after imposing a ₦40 million levy on Kebbe town.
Bandits kill five, injure three in Sokoto community attack
At least five people were killed and three others wounded when bandits attacked Girkau community in Kebbe LGA of Sokoto State on Thursday, July 24, with cattle also rustled during the raid.
Bandits kill two, abduct doctor, woman in Kaduna community
Bandits killed two locals and abducted a doctor and a Hakimi's wife in Sanga LGA, Kaduna. Troops of OPEP launched rescue operations, but no contact with kidnappers yet.
Bandits kidnap Kwara village head's wife, demand N20m on TikTok
Bandits abducted Iya Ayoka, wife of Dabu community head in Kwara, on Friday night. They use another victim's TikTok to demand N20m ransom.
Kaduna teen freed after N5m ransom, motorcycles paid
A 14-year-old Kaduna girl kidnapped with her sister three months ago has regained freedom after parents paid N5m and four motorcycles. She was allegedly r@ped repeatedly in captivity.
SBM Warns Plateau Reprisal Attacks Could Escalate
SBM Intelligence warns that reprisal attacks in Plateau State may escalate into high-intensity conflict, urging immediate government intervention to prevent further escalation.
Bandits kill JTF member, abduct mother and son in Kaduna
Bandits killed a JTF member and abducted a mother and her son in Kyauta, Kaduna. A prominent businessman was also killed in Makarfi LGA.
Sokoto Boat Tragedy: 46 Bodies Recovered, 16 Still Missing
At least 46 people have died after a boat carrying 77 passengers capsized in Gorau community, Goronyo LGA, Sokoto State. Rescue teams continue searching for 16 missing persons.
Iceland Lists 5 Acts That Can Expel Foreigners
Iceland has formally warned foreigners of five specific grounds for expulsion, including illegal stay, criminal convictions, and threats to national security.
Over 100 dead after gold mine collapse in CAR
More than 100 people died after an artisanal gold mine collapsed in Zamboye village, CAR, near the Cameroon border. Local officials, a Red Cross volunteer, and a mining association official confirmed the toll. Rescuers continue searching for survivors.
Suspected Bandit Informant, 18, Arrested in Katsina
Troops in Katsina State arrested an 18-year-old suspected informant for armed bandits, who was gathering intelligence on security forces' deployment in Musawa LGA. The arrest followed community vigilance and timely reporting.
Bandits Kill 28 in Sokoto, Army GOC Visits Kebbe
Bandits killed at least 28 people in Ungushi community, Kebbe LGA, Sokoto State, on Sunday. The Army GOC visited Kebbe, and Atiku called for federal action.
FG Warns Illegal Miners Against Abandoned Pits After Plateau Collapse
Minister Dele Alake warns illegal miners against abandoned pits after seven die in Plateau collapse; urges permits, cooperatives, and rehabilitation.
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