Nigerian journalist Ahmad Salkida details Boko Haram's adaptive financial model, from community donations to criminal enterprises, explaining its resilience against military pressure. Read the full analysis.
Political commentator Hamma-Ahmed Hayatu calls for President Tinubu to remove Bello Matawalle as Defence Minister of State, suggesting two ex-military chiefs as replacements. Read the full details.
Soldiers in Benin announced the overthrow of President Patrice Talon. The presidency breaks its silence, confirming the leader is safe as the army regains control. Get the full story.
Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal leads a successful military coup in Benin Republic, overthrowing President Patrice Talon. Borders closed, constitution suspended. Full report.
Works Minister David Umahi terminates Calabar-Odukpani-Itu road contract over slow progress, pledges 10-minute emergency response on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Read details.
Nigeria's NDLEA has intercepted over 7.6 million tramadol pills and 76,273kg of cannabis in a major nationwide operation. Multiple arrests made. Read the full details of the drug bust.
The Nigerian Army has suspended all statutory and voluntary retirements for specific officers. This move aims to preserve manpower during the nationwide security emergency declared by President Tinubu. Read the full details.
A woman named Eunice has died from injuries after an acid attack. The lover's wife allegedly hired four men to carry out the assault. Read the full tragic story.
A father in KZN abandoned his three young children on the road to go drinking. Reaction Unit South Africa rescued the kids walking with luggage. Read the shocking details.
Benin Republic faces a military coup as soldiers seize state TV, dissolve government, and close borders. Details on the unfolding crisis and regional implications.
Police in Delta State have arrested a security guard, Godwin Mngumi, for the murder of retired High Court judge, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu. A second suspect is in custody as the manhunt for a third continues. Read the full details.
A series of tragic accidents across Kano State claimed five lives, including children. Authorities urge residents to call emergency services instead of attempting risky rescues. Learn more about the safety warnings.
A 35-year-old construction worker, Joshua, is in police custody after allegedly stabbing his supervisor into a coma over a N10,000 payment dispute in Aluu, Rivers State. The victim is hospitalized.
Delta State Police arrest security guard Godwin Mngumi for the murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu. Phone recovered, accomplice caught, manhunt for third suspect ongoing. Read full details.
Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have successfully rescued 14 kidnapped victims from a forest hideout along the Benue-Enugu border. Read the full details of the daring rescue mission here.
A Nigerian Air Force jet crashed near Karabonde in Niger State. Eyewitnesses confirm both pilots ejected safely before impact. No official statement yet. Follow for updates.
A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed shortly after take-off from Kainji Base. Both pilots ejected safely, steering the aircraft away from populated areas. An investigation is underway.
A Nigerian man details his year-long struggle to get activist Harrison Gwamnishu to return millions of naira recovered for his brother. The activist allegedly blocked him after making promises.
The Nigeria Police Force has formed a special enforcement team to ensure compliance with President Tinubu's order withdrawing officers from VIP duties. Monitoring in Lagos shows high compliance.
A Nigerian man, Zekeri Idris Jnr, has disputed claims by VeryDarkMan that he orchestrated activist Harrison Gwamnishu's detention. He narrates the true sequence of events in Benin. Read the full details here.
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has vehemently denied an online report linking him to terrorism financiers. He calls for a retraction and apology or faces legal proceedings.
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts 25.5kg of cocaine hidden on MV San Anthonio at Apapa Port. The vessel, which sailed from Brazil, has been detained. Read the full details of the major drug bust.
A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed near Karabonde, Niger State. Both pilots ejected safely. Eyewitnesses report the incident occurred around 4:10 PM. Read the full details.
Businessman Emmanuel Mouka petitions police over incessant death threats and a violent burglary at his Lagos home. He calls for urgent investigation and protection.
Harrison Gwamnishu's lawyer details the activist's 'modus operandi' with ransom money for an abducted Edo couple. The N5.4m was for a tracking chip, now with police. Read the full account.
Peter Obi pledges ₦4.7m for NECO fees of 148 inmates in Anambra, championing education as key to rehabilitation. Read how this intervention gives second chances.
Nigeria Police Force begins nationwide enforcement of President Tinubu's order withdrawing police escorts from VIPs. A special task force monitored Lagos with plans to extend checks across all states. Read more.
A woman shares her private WhatsApp conversations with activist Harrison Gwamnishu, revealing details of his meetings with Edo officials before his arrest over a kidnap case. She defends him against ransom theft claims.
Fear of banditry and kidnapping is tearing apart family and social bonds in Nigeria, forcing separations and disrupting traditions. Read how communities are coping.
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.