UK Releases Updated Guidelines for Sending Money to Prisoners
The UK government has mandated that only debit card payments are accepted for sending money to prisoners, requiring the inmate's prisoner number and date of birth.
Category : Public Safety
Soldier Dies Defending Plateau Community From Bandits
Lance Corporal Yusuf Zakari was killed in action on July 26, 2026, as troops repelled armed bandits attacking Manja village in Mangu LGA, Plateau State, with the assailants stealing his weapon before withdrawing.
Seattle Center shooting: 3 dead, 4 wounded including toddler
A mass shooting at Seattle Center's Bite of Seattle food festival left 3 dead and 4 wounded, including a toddler; one suspect in custody, another at large.
Hoodlums steal PVCs at distribution centre in Osun
Armed thugs raided a PVC distribution centre in Okuku, Osun State, carting away three packs of cards. Police and INEC condemn the attack, investigation underway.
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UNICEF: 60% of Nigerian Children Face Abuse; Birth Registration Low
UNICEF reveals six in ten Nigerian children experience abuse, only two in five under five have birth registered, and two in five young women marry before 18. Stakeholders meet to strengthen child protection systems.
Taser Regulation Gap in Nigeria Fuels Criminal Attacks
A February 2025 armed robbery in Abuja highlights the risks of unregulated taser sales in Nigeria, where over N100,000 was stolen from a victim after a gang used a taser, knife, and gun.
Bauchi Denies Viral ₦1,500 Dowry for Divorced Women
The Bauchi State Government has dismissed a viral claim that it approved a ₦1,500 dowry for divorced women, calling the video 'entirely false, baseless and fabricated.'
US Issues New Passport Rule for Dual Citizens Travelling to America
The US Embassy in Nigeria reminds dual citizens that a valid US passport is mandatory for entry and exit; ESTA on a foreign passport is not allowed.
Six Suspects Held Over Foiled Synagogue Attack in Paris
French anti-terrorism prosecutors announced six suspects are in custody and face imminent charges for an alleged Islamic extremist plot to attack a synagogue in Sarcelles, a Paris suburb.
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Husband assaults university HOD over alleged sexual demand
A viral video shows a husband assaulting a university HOD accused of demanding sexual favors to approve his wife's project. The lecturer is from Northwest University, Kano.
Five Governors Plan to Convert Security Groups into State Police
Five Nigerian states—Ondo, Kaduna, Anambra, Zamfara, and Abia—announce plans to convert existing security outfits into state police after the House of Representatives passed an Executive Bill on July 23, 2026.
Canada Updates Travel Advisory for 14 Middle East Nations
Canada updated its travel advisory for 14 Middle Eastern countries on July 23, 2026, citing escalating military tensions. Eight nations are under 'avoid all travel' warning, six under 'avoid non-essential travel'.
Content creator survives Enugu Air incident at Benin Airport
Content creator Chinedu (ripl3_piinn) recounts surviving an Enugu Air aircraft incident at Benin Airport, where heavy rain may have prevented a fire, leaving passengers with injuries but no fatalities.
How Nigerians Can Join the U.S. Army in 2026: Age, Green Card, Requirements
Nigerians cannot join the U.S. Army directly from Nigeria; a valid U.S. Green Card or citizenship is required. Applicants must meet age, education, ASVAB, medical, fitness, and background check rules.
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Toddler dies after being forgotten inside nursery minibus for 7 hours
An 18-month-old girl died after being left forgotten on a nursery minibus for about seven hours in Almada, Portugal, amid temperatures of 27°C. The alarm was raised when her mother went to pick her up.
US Details Visa Requirements for Nigerians Despite Restrictions
The US has clarified that nonimmigrant B1/B2 visas remain available for Nigerians who meet new criteria, including a financial bond of up to $15,000 and public social media accounts for certain categories.
Iran Army Claims Drone Strikes on US Bases in Bahrain, Jordan
Iran's army announced drone strikes on US military facilities in Bahrain and Jordan as retaliation for recent US attacks, though Jordan has not reported any strikes.
UK Fee Waiver for Children Under 18 Citizenship
The UK Home Office has published conditions for children under 18 to apply for British citizenship without paying the application fee, based on financial hardship and parent's residency status.
NSCDC Arrests 10 Over Banned 'Signed Out' Celebration in Adamawa
NSCDC Adamawa arrested 10 secondary school graduates for banned 'signed out' celebrations. Suspects engaged in body painting, uniform tearing, and street fights. State government had earlier outlawed the practice.
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Florida Pastor Sues OpenAI Over ChatGPT Medical Advice
Scott Winters, a 55-year-old Florida pastor, filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT's misleading medical advice led to near-fatal pulmonary embolisms and severe personal losses.
UK Updates List of Items Visitors Can and Cannot Bring
The UK has released updated customs guidance detailing duty-free allowances, banned items, and restricted goods. Travellers must declare excess or prohibited items to avoid fines or prosecution.
Police rescue kidnapped woman, arrest four suspects in Rivers
Rivers State Police rescue a woman kidnapped from her shop in Aluu, arrest four suspected abductors, and recover their vehicle. Two accomplices remain at large.
Two Die, Two Hospitalised After Laughing Gas Use in Ogun
Two suspected students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic died, and two were hospitalised after allegedly consuming laughing gas in Isara-Remo, Ogun State. Police investigate.
Man Reacts to Burial Place of Late Footballer, Asks Question
A man named Jayden Adams has expressed concern over the designated burial place of a late footballer, questioning the decision. Details emerging.
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Worker's Underground Discovery Video Sparks 'Nawa' Reactions
A construction worker's chilling video showing what was found underground has gone viral, with many Nigerians reacting 'Nawa' to the unexpected discovery.
Osun Governor Bans NURTW Activities in Motor Parks
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has banned all activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in motor parks across the state to restore order and stop levy collections.
Enugu Air Incident: Pilot Praised for Safe Landing
An X user praised the pilot of an Enugu Air aircraft that ran off the runway at Benin Airport, saying he deserved an award for preventing a fire. The airline confirmed the incident.
Norway to File FIFA Complaint Over Trump's Balogun Red Card
Norway FA plans formal FIFA ethics complaint over Donald Trump's alleged interference in Folarin Balogun's red card ban suspension at the World Cup.
Life imprisonment for three over Oyo school abduction
The Federal High Court, Abuja, sentenced three suspects to life imprisonment for abducting students and teachers in Oyo State. They were also convicted for terrorism affiliation.
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Fire Guts Popular Supermarket in Lagos, No Casualties
An early morning fire damaged the electronics section of a supermarket in Akowonjo, Lagos. Firefighters extinguished the blaze; no casualties were reported. The cause is suspected to be a solar inverter.
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