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The Imo State Police Command has detained six police officers following the circulation of a viral video that showed a young man being assaulted by security personnel. The disturbing footage, which sparked widespread outrage on social media, captured the officers allegedly assaulting the victim under circumstances that have drawn public condemnation and calls for accountability. […]

The Anambra State Police Command has neutralised four suspected members of a secessionist group during a security operation in Orumba South Local Government Area of the state. According to the police, the operation was carried out following credible intelligence on the activities of the suspects in the area. Security operatives engaged the armed men in […]

The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a Nigerian national, Ayodeji Olamide Ajayi, who was convicted of multiple criminal offences in the United States and is now facing deportation to Nigeria. ICE announced the arrest in a statement shared on its official X account on Monday, June 22, 2026, confirming that Ajayi […]

Panic gripped residents and commuters in Kogi State after suspected terrorists launched a deadly attack along the Isanlu Road, killing two persons and abducting five travellers. According to reports, the gunmen ambushed vehicles travelling along the road, opening fire on unsuspecting passengers before whisking away several victims into the surrounding forest. Two people reportedly lost […]

Suspected terrorists have abducted an official of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) and two other individuals during an attempt to secure the release of a kidnapped victim in Kwara State. The incident reportedly occurred in the Babanla community of Ifelodun Local Government Area, where the victims had gone to deliver ransom demanded by the abductors […]

A senior doctor in Benue State has reportedly died from Lassa fever, following the confirmation of a fresh outbreak of the viral disease in the state. Health authorities said measures have been intensified to contain the spread, including increased surveillance, contact tracing, public awareness campaigns, and other preventive steps. Residents have been urged to maintain […]

The Nigeria Police Force has assured the public that efforts are underway to secure the safe release of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, dismissing reports suggesting that ransom negotiations are being considered. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the South-West, DIG Fayoade, gave the assurance while addressing concerns over the incident. […]

The incident reportedly occurred during a confrontation between the driver and officers at the checkpoint, leaving the driver with gunshot injuries that required medical attention. According to reports, the victim’s side of the story differs from the account provided by the police, with both parties presenting conflicting versions of what led to the shooting. The […]

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has launched a scathing attack on outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer following his surprise resignation, describing him as a “terrible Prime Minister” whose leadership left the country and his party in turmoil. Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, June 22, after months of mounting pressure from within the Labour […]