NDLEA Arrests Baker of Drug-Laced Cakes, Seizes Cocaine
NDLEA arrests 29-year-old baker for drug-laced cakes in Abuja, intercepts cocaine and opioids to UK and Australia, and destroys large quantities of skunk nationwide.
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Bauchi Hajj Official Dies in Saudi Arabia
Alhaji Shehu Yahaya Jalam, Bauchi pilgrims board chairman, died in Makkah after brief illness during 2026 Hajj operation. He coordinated accommodation and feeding for pilgrims.
Three Women Beheaded in Enugu Community Attacks
Three women were killed in separate attacks in Enugu State. A man beheaded his mother over a meal dispute, while another killed his sister and niece, with their bodies found in a shallow grave.
Mentorship for Boys Urged to Curb Drug Abuse in Nigeria
Stakeholders call for stronger mentorship and emotional support for boys to address drug abuse, mental health issues, and social pressures in Nigeria.
Man beheads mother, another kills sister and child in Enugu
Two separate gruesome murders in Igbo-Etiti LGA, Enugu State, where a man beheaded his mother and another hacked his sister and her daughter to death, sparking mob attacks on suspects.
Abducted Oyo Principal Pleads for Help in Viral Video
An abducted school principal and staff from Oyo State cry out for help in a viral video, urging government and church intervention for their release.
Man Stones Daughter to Death in Abia Fight
Chidi Stanley killed his 8-year-old daughter with a stone meant for his sister during a domestic fight. Police arrested him after family tried to bury the child secretly.
Group Defends Benjamin Kalu Over Project Claims
Abia Progressive Youth Frontier rejects allegations that a constituency project linked to Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu was abandoned, calling them misleading and politically motivated.
Abducted Ogbomoso principal, teacher beg Makinde, CAN
A viral video shows abducted principal and teacher in Ogbomoso pleading with Governor Makinde, CAN, and FG for help. Police confirm investigation and rescue efforts.
No Ebola Case in Nigeria, NCDC Confirms
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control says no Ebola case in Nigeria despite regional outbreak in DRC and Uganda, urges calm and vigilance.
Six arrested for currency counterfeiting in Yobe
Yobe State Police arrest six suspects for alleged currency counterfeiting and fraud, recovering fake foreign notes and ritual items.
Police Officer Dies in Third Mainland Bridge Crash
A police officer died instantly on Third Mainland Bridge after a Lexus driver hit his motorcycle. LASTMA confirmed the crash and urged drivers to obey traffic rules.
NAFDAC: BON Bread Complies with Regulatory Standards
NAFDAC confirms BON Bread manufacturer Food & Food Integrated Company Limited complies with regulatory standards after investigating shelf life concerns.
Delta Police Arrest 11 Suspected Cultists in Raids
Delta State Police arrested 11 suspected cultists, recovering firearms and ammunition in intelligence-led operations in Asaba and Ughelli-Patani Road.
Three Women Killed in Machete Attacks in Enugu
Three women were killed in separate machete attacks in Enugu State. Police confirm incidents, rescue suspects from mob, and launch investigations.
Abia Police Arrest Three Suspects for Child Theft
Abia police arrest three women for stealing two toddlers in Rivers State by luring them with donuts and soft drinks. Children rescued and reunited with parents.
Sowore Reminds Adekunle Gold of Old Post on Jonathan
Omoyele Sowore criticises singer Adekunle Gold for supporting imprisonment of a man over online post, citing Gold's own past criticism of Jonathan as free speech.
Coalition Warns Against Violence Over APC Primary in Kosofe
A coalition of CSOs in Kosofe warns against violence following the APC House of Reps primary, urging grievances be addressed through lawful channels.
DELSUTH Crisis: MDCAN Strike Warning Over Infrastructure Gaps
Medical consultants at DELSUTH warn of impending strike due to non-functional equipment, infrastructure decay, funding shortages, and leadership crisis, urging stakeholders to intervene.
Man Angry After Rock Breaker Woman Reveals Earnings
A Nigerian influencer expressed anger after a woman who breaks rocks for a living told him she earns N50,000 per tipper, sparking online debate about exploitation and hard work.
Ogun Govt Confirms Full Recovery of Gas Incident Victims
All persons admitted after the Ijebu-Ode gas incident have been discharged and are healthy, says Ogun State Government. Emergency response teams deployed.
Lagos Police Arrest Six Suspected One Chance Robbers
Lagos police arrest six suspected 'one chance' robbery syndicate members terrorising commuters along Ago Palace Way. Suspects nabbed during stop-and-search.
Arkansas Man Held for Mass Shooting Threat Linked to Hantavirus
Aaron Keith Bynum allegedly threatened a Walmart mass shooting if hantavirus shuts down the US. He was arrested after an FBI tip traced his online gaming threat.
Teacher Warns Parents to Pay More Attention to Their Sons
A Nigerian teacher recounts a traumatic incident where an SS1 student was given hard drugs by his classmate, urging parents to monitor their male children more closely.
Frank Alleges Threats to El-Rufai, Calls for Ayeni's Release
Former APC deputy publicity secretary Timi Frank alleges covert plots targeting ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai and calls for the release of businessman Tunde Ayeni, citing selective prosecution.
APC Leader Dies in Abuja-Lokoja Road Accident
Mohammed Ibrahim Ibwa, Speaker of Gwagwalada Area Council, and his aide died in a head-on collision on the Abuja-Lokoja highway. Burial held with Islamic rites.
Nigerian Arrested in India for Cyber Fraud Using Fake Profiles
A 49-year-old Nigerian man, Uchenwa, was arrested in India for allegedly duping victims using fake profiles of UK and US citizens, defrauding a Lucknow resident of Rs 68 lakh.
Police Rescue Stolen 10-Day-Old Baby in Zamfara
Zamfara Police recover a ten-day-old baby stolen from General Hospital, Kaura-Namoda, and arrest a 27-year-old female suspect, Asmau Nasiru.
Kidnappers Cornered in Oyo National Park After School Attack
Security agencies intensify search for kidnappers hiding in Oyo National Park after a school attack. Residents urged to stay vigilant and cooperate.
IGP Visits Oyo After Attack, Orders Rescue Intensified
IGP Olatunji Disu visited Oriire LGA in Oyo after a deadly attack, ordered intensified rescue operations and deployment of tactical assets.
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