Ekiti Police Arrest Four Pakistani Nationals
Ekiti police detain four Pakistani nationals for suspicious presence in Iyin-Ekiti; suspects claim they sell phones and sightsee, but lack documentation.
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Couple Arrested for Plot to Sell Sister's Baby for N3M
A Benue woman and her husband were arrested by a security network in Edo State for attempting to sell her sister's baby for N3 million.
Kyari Reacts to Senate Arrest Order, Says He's Shocked
Mele Kyari expresses shock over Senate's arrest warrant, denies evading probe, cites medical treatment abroad, and pledges cooperation.
Police Rescue Abducted Travellers in Zamfara Gun Battle
Zamfara police rescue abducted travellers in fierce gun battle with bandits along Anka–Bukuyum road; several motorcycles recovered.
First Batch of Nigerians Fleeing South Africa Xenophobia Returns
Over 200 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa due to xenophobic attacks arrive in Lagos. Government officials welcome them and promise reintegration support.
Ex-NNPC CFO Denies Theft, Refutes Oshiomhole's Claims
Former NNPC CFO Umar Ajiya rejects Senator Oshiomhole's allegations of theft, clarifying ₦2.9bn registration cost and defending company's transparency.
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Nigerians oppose $5bn loan to Tinubu government on UAE bank pages
Hundreds of Nigerians flooded First Abu Dhabi Bank's social media to reject a proposed $5 billion loan, citing IMF warnings and debt concerns.
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June 12: Falana, Youths Announce Nationwide Protest
Femi Falana, youth groups, and civil society organisations have announced a nationwide June 12 protest over insecurity and economic hardship. Here are the key demands.
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Adelabu's Camp Denies Aide Linked to Kidnapping
Bayo Adelabu's camp denies allegations linking his aide Ajiboye Sangogade to the kidnapping of his sister and twin sons, calling them politically motivated.
South African man gets life for killing wife at hospital
Molabe Fannie Seribishane, 56, was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his wife, a nurse, at Lebowakgomo Hospital in South Africa.
Couple and 4-Year-Old Son Found Dead in Ogun Home
The Ogun State Police Command is investigating the deaths of a couple and their 4-year-old son discovered in their Ijebu-Igbo home on June 10, 2026.
US Diplomat Dead in Myanmar, Thai Woman Arrested
An American diplomat was found dead in Yangon, Myanmar. Police suspect murder and have arrested a Thai woman. The US State Department confirmed the death but gave no details.
Nigeria Hisbah Sets Divorce Rules, Demands Approval
Kano Hisbah Board requires couples to seek approval before divorce, emphasizing commitment in state-sponsored mass wedding initiative for 1,500 couples.
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Pilot Flew 17 Years with Fake Licence
A former Air Canada pilot allegedly flew over 900 flights using fraudulent licensing documents over 17 years, raising questions about aviation oversight.
Stakeholders Slam 'Nigeria First Policy' Breach Over .cv Deal
ICT stakeholders criticize the Ministry of Communications for violating the 'Nigeria First Policy' by promoting .cv domain over Nigeria's .ng in a $10 million partnership with Hello.cv.
Nigeria, Ethiopia Sign Pact to Transfer 100 Inmates Home
Nigeria and Ethiopia signed a bilateral agreement to transfer 100 Nigerian prisoners to complete sentences in Nigeria, enhancing consular cooperation.
Ex-Minister Used Rented Ethiopian Plane for Fake Nigeria Air
EFCC witness reveals Hadi Sirika chartered Ethiopian Airlines aircraft for a three-day static display to mislead Nigerians into believing Nigeria Air was launched.
Kebbi Police Hunt Husband After Gunshot Kills Wife
Kebbi police launch manhunt for Auwalu Hassan after his wife Sa'ima Sani died from a gunshot wound from a loaded Dane gun she was asked to bring.
Nigeria Schools Shut in Several States Over Insecurity Fears
Schools in Oyo, Niger, Edo, and Kogi states close early due to terrorist threats and abductions, raising concerns about student safety in Nigeria.
US Revokes 600+ Visas in Birth Tourism Crackdown
The US State Department revoked over 600 visas linked to birth tourism, targeting networks in West Africa, Europe, and North Africa to protect citizenship integrity.
School proprietress arraigned for assaulting student
Mrs Orjiugo Udeala, proprietress of Phronesis School in Rivers State, was arraigned for allegedly assaulting a 16-year-old student with a cane and fist blows.
Bandits Kill Principal, Abduct WAEC Candidates in Kogi
Bandits attacked Iluke Bunu community in Kogi, killing a school principal and abducting WAEC candidates. Schools in Niger and Edo also faced security threats.
Security Chiefs Brief Tinubu on Kidnapping, Banditry
President Tinubu receives briefing from security chiefs on efforts to curb kidnapping and banditry. Government vows to free abducted schoolchildren and crack down on political sponsors of crime.
Police Arrest Man Over Threatening Social Media Post in Akwa Ibom
Nigeria Police in Akwa Ibom arrested Akaninyene Udo for a viral post saying 'Eket get ready for us' with an armed bandit image, causing public panic.
EFCC Arraigns Two, Company Over N560 Million Theft
The EFCC arraigned Olivia Dike, Azeez Siyanbola, and Eniafelamo Global Seven Nigeria Limited before a Lagos court for allegedly stealing N560 million. They pleaded not guilty.
Woman Arrested for Faking Kidnapping in Edo State
Edo State Police arrested Oluchi Ugbowan for staging her own kidnapping. Her daughter, who sought public donations, has apologized and is refunding the money.
Delta Police Arrest Four Gun-Running Suspects Over Killing
Delta State Police arrest four suspected gun-runners connected to a Beretta pistol recovery and the killing of Oghenemine Ogidi. Suspects face prosecution.
Senator, Ex-SSG Assist Rescue After Train Derailment
A train derailment on the Warri-Itakpe corridor killed four and injured 24. Senator Ede Dafinone and former SSG Patrick Ukah assisted rescue efforts, contrary to earlier claims they were passengers.
Three dead in Warri-Itakpe train accident, Presidency says
The Presidency confirmed three fatalities in a Warri-Itakpe train derailment at Agbor, Delta State. Rescue operations accounted for all passengers, with injured taken to hospital.
Delta Protest Shuts 13 Oil Stations, Threatens 400,000 bpd
Hundreds of protesters demanding ward delineation implementation have shut 13 oil flow stations in Delta State, disrupting up to 400,000 barrels per day of crude production.
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