Edo Governor Orders Police Probe into Benin Market Kidnapping
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo condemns the kidnapping at Vegetable Market in Benin City, orders police investigation to rescue victims and arrest perpetrators.
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Suspected cultists kill 22-year-old, child in Lagos
Suspected cultists killed a 22-year-old man, a physically challenged child, and another person in Ikorodu, Lagos. Six suspects have been arrested.
46 Suspected Illegal Immigrants Arrested in Ogun
Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, arrested 46 suspected illegal immigrants in Ogun State, including nationals from Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Togo, and Senegal.
Norway Crown Princess's Son Jailed for Rape
Marius Borg Høiby, son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was found guilty of two counts of rape and sentenced to four years in prison. The trial revealed drug abuse and sexual misconduct.
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Five Confirmed Dead in Plateau Cholera Outbreak
Five deaths confirmed as cholera spreads in Mangu LGA, Plateau State. Commissioner urges community cooperation to contain outbreak.
15 Traffic Offences and Their Penalties in Nigeria
Nigeria's road safety regulations impose fines and sanctions on traffic violators. Using a phone while driving costs N4,000, while driving a right-hand steering vehicle leads to a N3,000 fine and forfeiture of the vehicle.
UK to Ban Social Media for Under-16s, Starmer Says
UK PM Keir Starmer announces a ban on social media for under-16s, covering platforms like TikTok and Instagram, to protect children's mental health and safety.
Oshiomhole: Obi couldn't fix insecurity in Anambra
Senator Adams Oshiomhole claims Edo State was safer under his leadership than Anambra under Peter Obi, questioning Obi's ability to tackle national security.
Colorado Man Gets 26 Years for Kidnapping Good Samaritan
Shane McSwane, 29, was sentenced to 26 years for kidnapping a woman who stopped to help after his car crash. He carjacked her and led police on a high-speed chase.
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Six Killed in Mid-Air Helicopter Collision in Rio de Janeiro
A mid-air collision between two helicopters in Rio de Janeiro kills six people, with one aircraft crashing into a car dealership and sparking a fire. Investigation underway.
Soldiers Arrest 46 Illegal Immigrants in Ogun Operation
Troops of the Nigerian Army and other agencies arrested 46 suspected illegal immigrants in Ogun State, including nationals from Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Togo, and Senegal.
Police Rescue Abducted Ondo Community Leader
Ondo police launch rescue for Baale of Ode Eriya, abducted by six gunmen. Wife injured, treated. Search ongoing.
Kano Fire Destroys Properties Worth Millions
A late-night fire in Kano State destroyed properties worth millions of Naira. The blaze started from an electrical spark in a salvage yard and spread to commercial buildings.
Indian Sailors, Ship Convicted for Cocaine Import
A Federal High Court in Lagos convicted 11 Indian sailors and their vessel for importing 31.5 kg of cocaine. Fines and restitution total nearly $6 million.
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Malema says xenophobic attacks state-sponsored in South Africa
Julius Malema claims xenophobic violence in South Africa is state-sponsored, accusing police of enabling attacks. Government plans to charge foreign governments for deportations spark debate.
Ona Judge: The Slave Who Defied President Washington
The tale of Ona Judge, who fled President George Washington's household in 1796, exposes the hypocrisy of America's founding ideals and the relentless pursuit by the nation's first leader.
City Boy Movement threatens protesters with video evidence
City Boy Movement says it has video footage of protesters who occupied its Abuja headquarters demanding President Tinubu's resignation over insecurity, and will hand it to security agencies.
MSF Finds Widespread Sexual Abuse of Sudanese Women in Chad
Doctors Without Borders reveals widespread sexual exploitation of Sudanese refugee women in Chad, with 59 allegations and 18 staff dismissed.
Old Imo Attack Video Recirculated as Fresh
A viral video claiming a fresh attack in Imo State is actually from January 2025. The clip shows a cult-related killing in Orsu LGA, not a recent event.
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Rabe Abubakar Dies in Captivity After Kidnapping
Major-General Rabe Abubakar, former Nigerian defence spokesperson, died in kidnappers' den. He was abducted with his wife in Katsina State in May.
Boko Haram Attack Kills One, Burns School in Chibok
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents killed a 50-year-old and set a school ablaze in Kautikari, Chibok, Borno State on Saturday evening before security operatives repelled them.
Son Disputes Govt Claim Over General's Death
The son of late Major General Rabe Abubakar rejects Katsina State Government's claim that his father died from diabetes and hypertension, insisting he had no such history.
Boko Haram Attacks Borno School, Kills One, Torches Classrooms
Boko Haram terrorists attacked Government Day Secondary School in Kautikari, Borno, killing one person and setting classrooms ablaze. Security forces repelled the attackers.
NDLEA Arrests PWDs in Abia, Rivers for Drug Trade
NDLEA arrests two persons with disabilities in Abia and Rivers for drug trafficking, intercepts shirts soaked in liquid cocaine at Lagos airport, and seizes large quantities of drugs across Nigeria.
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RCCG Urges Prison Reforms to Tackle Rising Inmate Population
RCCG's Ariyo Popoola calls for socio-economic reforms to address youth crime and prison congestion, proposing a N600m rehabilitation center.
General Rabe's Death Sparks Calls for Terrorist Punishment
Following the death of Major-General Abubakar Rabe in kidnappers' custody, rights groups demand arrest and prosecution of all kidnap networks and extreme punishment for terrorists.
Police Arrest Two Wanted Armed Robbery Suspects in Adamawa
Adamawa police arrest two suspected armed robbers, Abdulhamid Salihu and Bello Yahaya, who were on the wanted list since 2025. They were caught after a robbery in Mubi.
Rule of law and Nigerian workers' struggles in UK
The Church of England's apology for slave trade contrasts with UK's proposed immigration law extending settlement from 5 to 10-15 years, affecting Nigerian workers and violating rule of law.
Ogun Residents Fear Cholera Over Waste Crisis
Residents and traders in Ogun State warn of a potential cholera outbreak due to poor waste management, blocked drains, and indiscriminate dumping, especially during the rainy season.
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Surulere Residents Petition Reps Member Over Poor Roads
Residents of Anjorin, Surulere, have petitioned Rep. Lanre Okunola over alleged shoddy road construction, citing substandard materials and lack of supervision.
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