Tinubu Warned Against Arming Sunday Igboho
President Bola Tinubu and other Southwest leaders have been cautioned against arming non-state actors like Sunday Igboho to tackle insecurity, following the Oyo school kidnapping.
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Pregnant Woman, 10 Others Die in Benue Boat Mishap
A pregnant woman and 10 others died in a boat mishap in Makurdi, Benue State, during heavy rain while returning from a burial. One survivor lost her baby.
Oyo Police Debunk Viral Claim of 300 Lukarawa Terrorists
Oyo State Police Command dismisses viral video alleging 300 Lukarawa terrorists entered the state, calling it false and crafted to cause panic.
Electrical Surge Causes Shop Fire in Ogbomoso
An electrical surge from a refrigerator caused a fire that gutted a shop in Ogbomoso. Firefighters contained the blaze, preventing spread to nearby buildings. No injuries were reported.
FG to Tighten Surveillance on Private Airstrips, Airports
The Federal Government is intensifying monitoring of private airstrips and airports after a Bombardier Challenger jet landed on a road in Delta State, sparking security concerns and multiple investigations.
MOSOP disowns fraudulent congress, reaffirms dialogue
MOSOP disowns a purported congress held on June 13, 2026, calling it lawless and in contempt of court. The group reaffirms commitment to the ONSA-led dialogue process.
FG to Repatriate 100 Nigerians from Ethiopian Prisons
Nigeria and Ethiopia sign a bilateral prisoner transfer agreement to repatriate nearly 100 Nigerians serving sentences in Ethiopian prisons, allowing them to complete their terms at home.
Police rescue three kidnap victims in Zamfara, bandits flee
Zamfara police rescue three kidnap victims after gun duel with bandits along Gurusu-Anka Road. Bandits escape with injuries and a stolen phone.
Fact Check: Borno School Attack Report False
Security expert Zagazola Makama debunks false reports of an ISWAP attack on a school in Kautikari, Borno State, clarifying that the target was a hunters' patrol base.
Navy Arrests 3, Recovers 288,000 Litres in Pipeline Vandalism
The Nigerian Navy arrested three suspects for pipeline vandalism in Bayelsa and recovered 288,000 litres of petroleum products in Rivers State.
Alimosho Arrests 10 for Illegal Refuse Dumping in New Initiative
Alimosho Local Government arrests 10 persons for illegal refuse dumping during 'Project Iron Shield' enforcement, vowing prosecution and cleaner communities.
Airport cab operators back FAAN e-booking, seek extension
Airport taxi operators across Nigeria support FAAN's e-booking initiative but request a 12-month extension on the 2012 vehicle model policy due to economic challenges.
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Adichie Accuses Euracare of Negligence Over Son's Death
Chimamanda Adichie alleges Euracare Hospital of medical negligence in son's death, accusing them of delaying inquest. She released a letter demanding transparency.
Man Denies Paternity, Claims Only 6 Encounters with Wife
A 38-year-old man, Samaila Salisu, has denied paternity of his estranged wife's pregnancy, telling a Kaduna Sharia Court he had sex with her only six times.
Gunmen Abduct Ondo Monarch, Injure Wife in Attack
Gunmen abducted the traditional ruler of Ode Oriya community in Ondo State, shooting his wife. Police have launched a rescue operation to find the victim.
Anambra Arrests Pastor for Wife-Snatching, 11 Babies Found
Anambra State Government arrests Pastor Harrison Charles for snatching wives and swapping them, recovering 11 babies during the operation.
Boko Haram Attacks Chibok, Sets Schools Ablaze
Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists attacked Kautikari village in Chibok, Borno State, setting primary and secondary schools ablaze. No casualties reported, but residents fled.
Woman Beheaded in Abuja, Body in Uncompleted Building
Residents of Bwari community in Abuja discovered the decapitated body of a middle-aged woman in an uncompleted building, sparking fears over rising insecurity.
Cholera fears in Ogun as waste managers threaten halt
Residents of Ogun State fear a cholera outbreak as waste managers plan to suspend services over unpaid invoices and poor working conditions, urging government intervention.
Ogun Police Arrest Two Over Stolen Bus Smuggling Attempt
Ogun State Police arrest driver Seun Lawal and guarantor Ademola Oriyomi for attempting to smuggle a stolen company bus into Benin Republic. The bus was recovered.
Niger Shuts 15 Health Centres Over Fake Doctors
Niger State shuts 15 private health facilities, arrests fake doctor in Suleja. The suspect allegedly practiced without qualifications for six years.
NANS demands probe into Lekki building collapse
The National Association of Nigerian Students calls for a thorough investigation into the Lekki building collapse, urging accountability and transparency to prevent future tragedies.
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South Africa to charge Nigeria, Ghana, Malawi for deportations
South Africa plans to bill Nigeria, Ghana, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Mozambique for deportation costs of undocumented migrants as part of a new immigration enforcement policy.
Anambra arrests pastor accused of converting 75 women
Anambra State Government arrests Pastor Harrison Charles for allegedly taking 75 married women as wives and promoting wife-swapping. 11 babies found at his home.
Anambra Pastor Arrested for Allegedly Marrying 75 Married Women
Pastor Harrison Charles was arrested in Anambra for allegedly luring married women into his church and marrying them. Governor Soludo urges public to assist investigation.
State Policing is Solution to Insecurity, Ogun Monarch Says
The Odemo of Isara, Oba Peter Ogunbayo, supports state policing as the solution to Nigeria's insecurity, advocating for community policing and local security initiatives.
FG Announces Physical Screening for Paramilitary Recruitment
The CDCFIB has announced the physical screening phase for paramilitary recruitment. Candidates must verify shortlisting status from June 15 to 20, 2026. The board warns against scammers demanding payment.
Abuja Protests: Author Shares Worrying WhatsApp Message
A female author has shared a concerning WhatsApp message about VDM during the Abuja protests, sparking widespread discussion and reactions online.
Adichie Accuses Euracare of Robbing Her of Peace to Mourn Son
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused Euracare Hospital of obstructing the inquest into her son's death, stating the hospital's actions have robbed her of peace to grieve.
Ghanaian arrested in Morocco over romance scam
A Ghanaian national wanted by U.S. authorities for an alleged international romance scam and money laundering has been arrested in Morocco after an Interpol alert.
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