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.
Category : Police
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.
IGP warns Nigerians against turning police officers into skits
IGP Tunji Disu urges Nigerians to stop turning police officers into social media skits, saying constant recording is demoralising, while acknowledging citizens' right to film officers on duty.
Osun Police Arrest Woman After Vigilante Dies Post Sexual Encounter
Osun State Police arrested a woman in Ile-Ife after vigilante Sunday 'Apetu' died following a sexual encounter. Authorities urge calm as investigation into cause of death continues.
NDC Office Attacked in Rivers State, Billboards Destroyed
Suspected political thugs attacked the NDC secretariat in Emohua LGA, Rivers State, destroying billboards and campaign materials. Candidate Hon. Fugbara Ohaka condemns the attack and urges security agencies to investigate.
Nigeria Only African Country Barred From US Green Card Lottery 2026
Nigeria is the only African nation barred from the US DV-2026 Diversity Visa lottery, with 49 other African countries eligible. The programme received 20,822,624 qualified entries.
UAE Bans Alcohol at All Work Premises, Warns Employers and Workers
The UAE government has confirmed alcohol is banned from all work premises, with employers required to prevent intoxicated persons from entering, under MoHRE workplace rules.
Ogun Police Probe Death of CCC Evangelist, Wife After Dispute
Ogun State Police confirm investigations into the deaths of Celestial Church evangelist Abidemi Odukoya and his wife Adenike after a domestic altercation in Akinode/Ibogun community.
Obasanjo Insists on Ooni's Seat at Olota's Birthday
Former President Obasanjo insisted on sitting in the Ooni of Ife's reserved chair at the Olota's 60th birthday in Ogun, sparking online debate.
CDCFIB announces recruitment shortlist, interview dates
CDCFIB completes shortlisting for 2024/2025 recruitment oral interviews. Graduate candidates check portal Aug 31-Sep 2; NCE/OND/SSCE candidates Sep 7-9. Process is free; report any payment demands.
Activist demands justice for widow allegedly assaulted by in-laws
Delta State activist Isreal Joe demands justice for a widow allegedly beaten and harassed by her late husband's family over property and DNA demands.
US pauses immigrant visa appointments globally, hits Nigerians
The US State Department has paused immigrant visa appointments at all embassies and consulates for a global training programme, affecting Nigerians and other applicants with no new dates confirmed.
Beggar Woman's Hidden Cash Hoard Found in Karnataka
A 69-year-old woman in Karnataka who begged for 40 years was found dead, with Rs 8.4 lakh in cash and coins hidden in sacks at her home.
Two killed as DSS, security forces rescue abducted man in Imo
DSS and security forces rescued a 29-year-old man abducted in Orlu, Imo, killing two suspected kidnappers and recovering weapons.
Anambra CP Summons Onitsha DPOs Over Market Shooting
Anambra CP Nnanna Ama summoned Onitsha area commander and DPOs for a high-level meeting after police shot two traders at the bridge head market.
Bauchi Police Arrest Three Vigilantes Over Death of Man
Bauchi Police have arrested three vigilantes after Abdulrazak Ibrahim, 39, died in custody in Bakin Kura. An autopsy will determine the cause of death.
FAAN Ejects Abuja Airport Parking Firm Over N25,000 Fine Scandal
FAAN has ejected the Abuja airport parking company over a N25,000 fine scandal. The company was removed for allegedly imposing illegal fines on passengers.
NIS officer dies in accidental discharge in Abuja
Nigeria Immigration Service officer Joseph Ali died in Abuja after a locally fabricated rifle accidentally discharged, striking him in the left eye, Sahara Reporters says.
Kaduna Police Probe Viral Video of Officers Extorting Motorists
Kaduna Police Commissioner orders full investigation into officers in viral video allegedly extorting motorists during stop-and-search; culpable officers to face sanctions.
IGP Disu: Jungle Justice Treated as Homicide, Death Penalty
IGP Tunde Disu orders nationwide crackdown on mob violence, warning that jungle justice is murder punishable by death, with full prosecution for all involved.
IGP Disu: Mob Violence Participants Face Death Penalty
IGP Tunji Disu warns Nigerians that mob violence participants, including bystanders and online sharers, face prosecution, citing death penalty for murder and 14 years for conspiracy.
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