Thugs Attack NDC Supporters Twice in Enugu, Video Trends
Suspected thugs attacked NDC supporters at Akanu Ibiam Airport and the party secretariat in Enugu on Saturday, with sporadic gunshots and a plank attack caught on video.
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Fresh ₦120m ransom demand after third CRIN kidnapping sparks protest
Workers at Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria protested after a third kidnapping since March. Gunmen abducted two staff and a resident, demanding ₦120 million ransom.
13-year-old Christiana Igbokwe nominated for 2026 Peace Prize
Thirteen-year-old Christiana Igbokwe, granddaughter of Christy Essien-Igbokwe, is nominated for the International Children's Peace Prize 2026 for her advocacy in children's rights, education, and digital safety.
NLC Gives FG 2-Week Ultimatum Over Petrol Price, Minimum Wage
The Nigeria Labour Congress has issued a two-week ultimatum to the federal government to reduce petrol prices and reopen minimum wage negotiations, following a joint NEC and CWC meeting in Abuja.
NDC Slams Tinubu Govt as ABU Hikes Fees to N298,000
NDC criticizes ABU Zaria's fee hike to N298,000, linking it to Tinubu's policies, and urges Nigerians to get PVCs for 2027.
Gunmen Kill Ex-Berom Youth Leader, Injure 2 in Plateau
Gunmen killed former Berom Youth Moulders-Association chairman Rwas Paul Danladi on Wednesday in Plateau State, with two others injured in separate attacks.
Passenger dies after trying to open Kenya Airways door mid-flight
A passenger on a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos died after attempting to open the plane door mid-flight. The man claimed he was mentally unstable and wanted to die.
NAF Crash: Obidient Activist Names 5 Victims She Knew
Serah Ibrahim, an Obidient figure, names five friends among the 25 dead in the Ondo NAF crash, sharing personal tributes and grief.
Tinubu Mourns Nafiu Baba-Ahmed, Recalls 2011 Election Ties
President Tinubu mourns Malam Nafiu Baba-Ahmed, Supreme Council for Shari'ah Secretary-General, who died October 6, 2026; recalls personal ties since 2011 election.
Nafiu Baba-Ahmed, Sharia Council Scribe, Dies
Mallam Nafiu Baba-Ahmed, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria, has died. Former Minister Pantami announced his passing on October 6, 2026, praising his 26 years of service to Islam and humanity.
Saudi death sentence for Sri Lankan worker over Facebook post
Sri Lankan worker Anojan Sivarasa sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia over a Facebook comment deemed blasphemous, sparking diplomatic efforts for clemency.
10-year-old, two women die in overcrowded Channel boat crossing
A 10-year-old child and two women in their 30s died after an overcrowded boat with 105 people got into trouble crossing the English Channel from France to the UK.
NAF ATR-42 Crash in Ondo: 32 Dead, Identities Emerge
At least 32 people died when a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 crashed near Igbokoda Naval Base, Ondo. President Tinubu declared 3-day mourning and ordered an investigation.
US military approves firing squad execution of Fort Hood killer
The US military has approved the firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009, marking the first military execution in 65 years.
Ondo Governor Confirms No Survivors in NAF Aircraft Crash
Gov Lucky Aiyedatiwa confirmed no survivor was found after a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ilaje LGA, Ondo State, on Monday.
Sowore Questions Nigeria's Emergency Response After NAF Crash
Omoyele Sowore mourns NAF ATR-42 crash in Ondo, carrying 32 people, and demands probes into cause and emergency response.
Keyamo Confirms Military Aircraft Crash in Ondo With 32 On Board
Minister Festus Keyamo confirmed a military aircraft with 32 people crashed near Igbokoda Naval Base, Ondo State, on October 5, 2026. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
Pastor who made followers sell homes now predicts Rapture for Oct 2026
South African pastor Joshua Mhlakela, whose previous Rapture predictions failed, now says the event will happen on October 12 and 13, 2026.
Joint Operation Kills ISWAP Leader Ohida in Ondo
A joint Army, DSS, and Amotekun operation killed ISWAP commander Abdussamad Ohida in Owo forest, Ondo State, thwarting planned Christmas attacks and 2027 election disruptions.
Kidnappers Cut NYSC Ransom From N1bn to N100m
Kidnappers holding 20 prospective NYSC members in Imo State reduced their ransom demand from N50m to N5m per victim, cutting the total from N1bn to N100m, as parents raised alarm over physical abuse of captives.
APM Candidate Urges Tinubu to Resign Over NYSC Kidnapping
APM's Olufemi Ajadi calls on President Tinubu to resign over worsening insecurity and the abduction of 19 NYSC members, demanding immediate rescue.
NYSC kidnappers issue N1bn ransom ultimatum to families
Families of 20 kidnapped NYSC members say abductors demand N50m per victim, with a 24-hour ultimatum. They seek Olubadan's intervention in Ibadan.
Plateau cleric Rev. Dachomo in Israel for advocacy tour
Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, a Plateau cleric, is in Israel for his first international Christian advocacy tour, praying for Nigeria's leaders and people, and calling for divine intervention.
Kidnappers Demand N950m for 19 NYSC Members in Imo
Gunmen abducted 19 NYSC corps members in Imo State, demanding N50m each. Police rescued 10 victims; Oyo governor deploys resources.
PDP: Thugs Open Fire on Supporters in Cross River, Injure 3
Gunmen attacked PDP consultative meetings in Calabar South on October 2, 2026, injuring three and damaging vehicles. Police confirm deployment and investigation.
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists kill 15 farmers in Borno
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists killed 15 farmers in Marte LGA, Borno State, on Wednesday evening, with three others missing, police confirmed.
Injured Pilot Opens Cockpit Door to Save Israel-Bound Flight
Injured Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar opened the cockpit door mid-attack, allowing passengers to subdue the co-pilot and save 174 passengers on FZ1073.
NYSC-bound graduate sent one-word warning before phone went dead
About 20 prospective NYSC members were abducted along the Owerri-Onitsha Road on Independence Day; police confirmed 10 rescued and two buses recovered.
Mother Pleads for Help After NYSC Daughter's 'Kidnapper' Message
A mother is desperately seeking government help after her NYSC-bound twin daughter, Kehinde, sent a one-word distress message—'kidnapper'—to the family WhatsApp group before her phone went unreachable following a mass abduction on the Owerri-Onitsha Expre
Nigerian Workers Declare 3-Day Warning Strike Over Unmet Demands
Public service workers in Nigeria will strike from October 2-4, 2026, after the government failed to act on demands including a petrol price cut to N500 per litre.
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