Nigeria Community Leader Shot Dead Days After Son's Release
Mishkaham Yohanna Jatau Samkwar, a community leader in Plateau State, was shot dead at home on October 13, 2026, a day after his son's release from kidnappers.
Category : Police
Outrage as cultists renovate Rivers police post, DPO suspended
Suspected Vikings cultists renovated a Rivers police outpost and celebrated on site, sparking outrage. The DPO and overseeing officer were suspended pending investigation.
Ekiti Police Officers Face Discipline Over ₦20,000 Bribe Threat
Police officers in a viral Ekiti extortion video have been moved to Abuja for disciplinary proceedings over an alleged ₦20,000 demand and threat against an okada rider.
Retired Police Protest at National Assembly Over Pension Bill
Retired police officers, with wives and children, protested at the National Assembly on October 14, demanding President Tinubu sign the Police Pension Board Bill to exit the contributory pension scheme.
NAF Begins Black Box Search After ATR-42 Crash in Ondo
Nigerian Air Force starts recovery of flight data and cockpit voice recorders from ATR-42 crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as Navy deploys sonar to aid search in murky swamp.
Police foil plot to kidnap Abuja prophetess after testimony
Police arrested four suspects, including the victim's driver, over an alleged plot to kidnap an Abuja prophetess after she shared her success testimony in church.
NLC strike shuts Abuja public schools over promotions
NLC FCT Council begins indefinite strike, shutting public schools in Abuja, over vacancy-based teacher promotions and welfare demands.
PH Refinery Workers Threaten Shutdown Over Unpaid Salaries
Support staff at Port Harcourt Refining Company blocked the refinery entrance on October 6, 2026, over seven months of unpaid salaries, demanding implementation of an approved pay structure within 48 hours.
Oyo Police Arrest Three Over Killing of Family of Six in Ibadan
Oyo police arrested three suspects in the killing of Ifeanyi Chukwu, his wife, and four children at Oloba Village, Lagelu LGA, Ibadan. Two children were tied and thrown into a river; recovery efforts continue.
Gunmen Kill NURTW Member at Lagos Bus Stop, Police Investigate
Kamoru Omokoye, a NURTW member, was shot dead at Abijo Bus Stop in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, on Sunday morning. Two suspected cultists in an unregistered Lexus RX 350 opened fire, injuring three others. Police have commenced an investigation.
Ondo Helicopter Crash: Police Confirm, Launch Investigation
Ondo police confirm helicopter crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje LGA, on October 5, 2026. Investigation underway; residents urged to stay calm.
Police locate NYSC kidnappers' camp in Imo but delay rescue over IED fears
Police have located the camp where abducted NYSC members are held in Imo, but fear of hidden explosives has delayed rescue. Parents say 20 remain captive, with a ₦1bn ransom demand.
DSS DG Ajayi praised by analyst for reforms, professionalism
Analyst Usman Okai Austin praises DSS DG Oluwatosin Ajayi for covert ops, tech use, and keeping the agency out of politics, urging continued focus on intelligence-led security.
Katsina Hajj Board Chairman Resigns, Third Radda Appointee to Exit
Alhaji Kabir Bature Sarkin Alhazai resigned as Katsina Pilgrims Welfare Board chairman, becoming the third appointee under Governor Radda to leave in recent days.
Bayelsa Police Officer Killed by Truck on Duty, Driver Arrested
Corporal Blessing Omene, badge 520061, of the Safer Highway Patrol, was struck and killed by a truck on Glory Land Drive, East-West Road, Yenagoa, on September 30, 2026. The driver has been arrested.
Police Inspector Dies in Hit-and-Run on Third Mainland Bridge
Inspector Mercy Bassey was killed by a hit-and-run driver on Third Mainland Bridge during route-lining duty for President Tinubu's return; police are investigating.
Hoodlums Kill NDC Ward Chairman, Party Demands Justice
Suspected hoodlums killed NDC Fiidi Council Ward chairman Igbu Terhemen in Makurdi, Benue State. He was found tied up in a bush with a needle-like mark. The party condemned the killing and urged security agencies to arrest those responsible.
Nigeria Petrol Price Hike: Workers Set for Strike as Ultimatum Expires
Eight public sector unions under JNPSNC confirm September 30 ultimatum; a three-day warning strike starts October 2 if fuel price and wage demands are unmet.
Nigerian Navy 2026 Batch 39 Recruitment: Apply from October 2
The Nigerian Navy has announced Batch 39 recruitment, opening October 2, 2026. Applications are free, require NIN, and close October 31, 2026.
Air Peace Explains Abuja-Maiduguri Flight Cancellation, Hotels for Passengers
Air Peace cancelled its Abuja-Maiduguri flight on Sept 26, 2026, due to fuel shortage and VFR restrictions. Stranded passengers were placed in hotels.
Kwara Police Deny Shooting Motorcyclist at Oyun Bridge
Kwara Police deny shooting a motorcyclist at Oyun Bridge. Officers say routine patrol led to collision; motorcyclist in custody, officer injured.
Canada Warns Visa Applicants: Fake Documents Lead to 5-Year Ban
Canada's IRCC warns visa applicants that submitting fake documents can lead to a ban of at least five years from entering or remaining in the country. Thousands of applications are rejected monthly due to immigration fraud.
Trump Bans CNN, MSNBC, Politico From White House
President Trump banned CNN, MSNBC and Politico from the White House on Friday, citing fake news, and warned more outlets could face the same action, raising First Amendment concerns.
Rivers Fire: Mother, 4 Children Burnt to Death in Okrika
A mother and her four children died in a fire in Okochiri, Okrika LGA, Rivers State, on Friday morning. Community youths and police responded, but the five victims were burnt beyond recognition. The cause is under investigation.
Akwa Ibom LGA adds N20,000 monthly NYSC allowance
NYSC members in Urue-Offong/Oruko LGA, Akwa Ibom, will receive an extra N20,000 monthly from the council, on top of the federal N77,000 allowance, effective immediately.
King's College Crisis: Workers Reject TUC Suspension, Vow to Keep Unity Schools Shut
Workers under the Joint Workers Council rejected the TUC suspension of the strike over King's College's proposed 35-year concession, vowing to keep Federal Unity Colleges shut until demands are met.
UAE Visa-on-Arrival: Kenya, South Africa in 6-Country List
The UAE has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme to include Kenya and South Africa, the only African nations on a six-country list, offering 14-day or 60-day visas.
NCAA Exposes Scale of Flight Delays by Airlines in Nigeria
NCAA data shows 4,765 of 7,961 domestic flights in August 2026 were delayed, a 59.8% rate. United Nigeria Airlines led with 76.6% delays. Regulator criticizes airlines for abandoning passengers and ignoring refund obligations.
NCAA Fines RwandAir N15 Million Over Baggage Complaint
NCAA fines RwandAir N15 million for failing to resolve a passenger's baggage complaint on time, orders bag replacement and $170 compensation under Part 19 regulations.
ASUU threatens nationwide strike over unpaid salaries, agreement
ASUU threatens another nationwide strike over unpaid salaries, allowances and incomplete implementation of agreements affecting university lecturers.
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