Man pays N900,000 to kidnap aunt who raised him for 10 years

The police in Delta state have arrested a 31-year-old man identified as Chukwuemeka Destiny, for allegedly attempting to k!dnap his aunt who had raised him from the age of five. Parading the suspect on Saturday, April 25, the command’s spokesperson, SP Edafe Bright, said the victim took Destiny in when he was five and raided […]

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Fuel Scarcity: Air Peace Warns of Nationwide Flight Delays

Air Peace has issued a notice to passengers, warning of possible flight delays and disruptions across its operations due to a nationwide shortage of aviation fuel, commonly known as Jet A1. According to the airline, the scarcity of fuel is affecting flight schedules, as suppliers struggle to meet demand across the country. This has made […]

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Kwara Monarch Flees Palace Over Repeated Bandit Attacks, Demands Improved Security

The traditional ruler of Owa-Onire in Kwara State, Oba AbdulRahman Fabiyi, has fled his palace and relocated to the outskirts of Ilorin due to ongoing insecurity in his community. The monarch revealed that his decision came after a series of attacks by armed groups, including a violent raid on his palace on December 31, 2025. […]

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Police Raid Criminal Hideout in Anambra, Arrest Eight Suspected Cultists

Police operatives in Anambra State have raided a suspected criminal hideout in Enugwu-Ukwu community, leading to the arrest of eight individuals allegedly involved in cult-related activities. According to reports, the operation was carried out following credible intelligence on the activities of the suspects in the area. During the raid, officers also recovered suspected illicit substances, […]

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2027: Opposition Parties Agree on Single Presidential Candidate — Turaki

Nigerian opposition parties have reportedly reached a consensus to present a unified presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, in a bid to challenge the ruling party. According to former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Kabiru Turaki, the agreement was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen opposition unity ahead of the polls. The […]

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Court Orders Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to Pay ₦1bn to Yahaya Bello in Defamation Case

A High Court in Kogi State has ordered Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to pay ₦1 billion in damages to former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, over a defamation case. According to the ruling, the court found in favour of Bello and awarded the sum as compensation for alleged defamatory statements made against him. The judgment also […]

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Osun APC Governorship Candidate Rewards LAUTECH Best Graduating Student with ₦1m

Osun APC governorship candidate, Munirudeen Oyebamiji, has rewarded academic excellence by donating ₦1 million to Oladepo Caleb Olugbenga, the best graduating student of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). The gesture was made in recognition of Olugbenga’s outstanding academic performance, with Oyebamiji commending him for bringing pride to the institution and serving as an inspiration […]

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Lagos Police Arrest Hoodlums Over Machete Parade in Lekki

Lagos State Police Command has arrested several suspected hoodlums following a viral video that showed them openly parading with machetes in the Lekki area of the state. According to reports, the group was seen moving along the road in broad daylight, brandishing dangerous weapons and causing panic among residents and road users. The incident reportedly […]

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NiDCOM Issues Safety Alert to Nigerians in South Africa Over Rising Xenophobic Attacks

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has issued a fresh safety advisory to Nigerians living in South Africa following renewed concerns over xenophobic tensions in parts of the country. In a statement, the commission urged Nigerians to exercise extreme caution, particularly by avoiding protest areas and limiting unnecessary movement. It also advised business owners to […]

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Over 250 Bnei Menashe Immigrants Arrive in Israel Claiming Descent from Biblical Lost Tribe

Over 250 members of the Bnei Menashe community from India, who trace their claimed ancestry to one of the lost tribes of Israel, have arrived in Israel as part of a government-supported immigration program. The group’s relocation is part of ongoing efforts to bring Bnei Menashe families to Israel under the country’s Jewish immigration policy. […]

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