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A 55-year-old community leader, Jacob Bature, has reportedly been shot dead by his neighbour following an argument at a beer parlour in Bauchi State. Bature, who served as the Mai Anguwa of Unguwar Ngas in the Inkil area of Bauchi Local Government Area, was allegedly attacked on the evening of Sunday, July 19, 2026. According […]
Continue ReadingThe Kano State governorship candidate of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has praised former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, describing him as a leader whose commitment to transparency and accountability has earned him widespread respect across Nigeria. In a goodwill message to mark Obi’s 65th birthday, the NDC candidate commended the former Anambra State […]
Continue ReadingThe Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man, Clement Anthony, in connection with the murder of a community leader in the state. According to the police, the suspect was apprehended following an investigation into the killing. During the operation, officers recovered a locally made gun believed to have been used in the crime. […]
Continue ReadingFormer President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he once risked his life by entering a militant camp in the Niger Delta without any security escorts in a bid to restore peace to the region. Speaking during a recent event, Jonathan recalled that the visit took place while he was serving as Vice President under the […]
Continue ReadingThe Borno State Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly stealing ₦39.2 million from a customer’s bank account in Maiduguri. According to the police, the suspects are accused of fraudulently accessing the victim’s account and withdrawing the money through unauthorized transactions. During the investigation, officers were able to recover ₦10 million believed to be […]
Continue ReadingOperatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a couple in Edo State for allegedly operating a warehouse used to store and distribute illegal drugs. According to the agency, the suspects were apprehended during a raid on the property after intelligence reports linked the location to drug trafficking activities. During the operation, […]
Continue ReadingPopular Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has revealed that she lost a staggering ₦5 million after placing a bet on the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Sharing her disappointment on social media, the actress admitted that the painful loss has taught her a hard lesson. She said the experience has convinced her to quit gambling, describing […]
Continue ReadingA teenager has died and several other people were injured after a fountain collapsed during celebrations following Spain’s FIFA World Cup victory. The tragic incident happened as hundreds of jubilant fans gathered around the fountain to celebrate Spain’s 1-0 win over Argentina in the World Cup final. Witnesses said the structure suddenly gave way under […]
Continue ReadingA 27-year-old Nigerian national, identified as Obase Prosper, has been arrested in Delhi, India, over allegations of drug trafficking and involvement in an international online romance scam. Indian authorities said officers recovered 5.085 kilograms of methamphetamine, estimated to be worth more than ₹10 crore, during the operation. According to investigators, Obase entered India on a […]
Continue ReadingTroops of Operation HADIN KAI, working alongside officers of the Nigeria Police Mobile Force (MOPOL), have foiled an attempted mass abduction of students by suspected ISWAP terrorists at the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC) in Monguno, Borno State. The school, currently serving as a temporary hostel for students of the Federal Polytechnic, Monguno, came under […]
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