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The Kano State High Court has sentenced Shuaibu Abdulkadir to death by hanging after finding him guilty of murdering 23-year-old housewife, Rumasa’u Shuaibu. Delivering judgment on Friday, July 24, 2026, Justice Farida Rabiu-Danbappa ruled that the prosecution had proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt. The judge convicted Abdulkadir of culpable homicide and sentenced him […]

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has directed police officers across the country to take decisive action against anyone found carrying illegal firearms as part of efforts to tackle rising insecurity. According to the directive, officers are to confront armed suspects and, where necessary, use force against individuals found in possession of illegal weapons who pose […]

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has assured Nigerians that every valid vote cast during the 2027 general elections will count. Speaking on preparations for the elections, Amupitan said the commission is committed to conducting a free, fair, transparent, and credible electoral process. He emphasized that INEC is strengthening […]

Troops of the Nigerian Army, working alongside members of the Yobe Hunters group, have arrested five suspected kidnappers during a security operation in Yobe State. According to the military, the operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts to tackle kidnapping, banditry, and other criminal activities in the state. During the raid, security operatives […]

American R&B singer Chris Brown has pleaded guilty to an affray charge in connection with a nightclub altercation that took place in London in 2023. By admitting guilt, the Grammy-winning artist has avoided going to trial on more serious charges linked to the incident. The case stemmed from a fight that reportedly broke out at […]

The Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps has declared one of its personnel, Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu, wanted over his alleged involvement in the illegal sale and supply of military uniforms to terrorists and other criminal elements. In a statement issued on Thursday, July 23, and signed by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Headquarters […]

The Delta State Police Command has arrested 22 suspected drug dealers during coordinated operations carried out in Ozoro and Abraka, as part of its ongoing campaign against drug-related crimes in the state. During the operation, police also rescued two minors who were found inside a suspected drug den. The children were taken to safety, while […]

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a man, Emmanuel Etim, for allegedly selling a stolen block machine vibrator valued at over ₦2 million. According to the police, the suspect was apprehended during an investigation into the theft of the industrial equipment. Officers recovered the stolen machine and have begun efforts to return it […]

A man was safely rescued after becoming trapped inside a malfunctioning elevator in a three-storey building on Freeman Street, Zapass, Lagos Island East LCDA, Lagos. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the incident in a statement issued by the Controller General, Margaret Adeseye, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. According to the statement, the […]