Minister hails release of Niger school pupils
Minister commends President Tinubu's leadership in securing freedom for all 280 abducted pupils and staff of St. Mary's School in Niger State after a month-long ordeal. Read the full story.
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All Niger Schoolchildren Accounted For After Kidnapping
The Catholic Diocese confirms all students and staff from St Mary's school in Papiri are safe and reunited with families. Get the full story on the resolution of this harrowing incident.
Pope Leo XIV's First Christmas: Mass, Message & Change
Pope Leo XIV led his inaugural Christmas Mass in St. Peter's Square, addressing thousands. He called for a global Christmas truce and marked a shift in papal style. Read the full story.
Kidnappers collect ₦2.57bn ransom in one year
A new report exposes that kidnappers in Nigeria collected a staggering ₦2.57 billion in ransom from July 2024 to June 2025, with the Northwest as the epicentre. Discover the shocking scale of this criminal enterprise.
US Nursing Home Explosion Kills 2, Traps Residents
A massive explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home sparked a deadly fire, killing at least two and trapping elderly residents. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Abia's Free Christmas Buses: Otti Fulfills Transport Promise
Governor Alex Otti fulfills his pledge, releasing over 20 free buses to transport Abia indigenes from Lagos & Abuja home for Christmas 2025. Includes free urban transit and new electric buses.
Last Batch of Kidnapped Nigerian Pupils Rescued
The final 130 children from the St. Mary's school mass abduction have been handed over to authorities. Read the full details on the rescue and Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.
130 More Kidnapped Niger Pupils Released
Nigerian authorities secure release of 130 Catholic schoolchildren kidnapped in November. All captives now free, ending a weeks-long crisis that revived memories of Chibok.
Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
Son, 4 others arrested for fake kidnapping in Lagos
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging his own kidnapping to extort N1.7 million from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother
Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.
5 Arrested in Lagos for Staged Kidnapping, Extortion Plot
Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Actor Lalude Links Kidnapping to Destiny, Not Government
Yoruba actor Fatai Oodua (Lalude) sparks debate by claiming kidnapping in Nigeria is a matter of fate. He argues it's not the government's failure and advises citizens to stay vigilant. Read his full controversial take.
Syrian migrant hailed as hero after stopping Bondi attack
Ahmed al Ahmed, a Syrian fruit seller, is a global hero after disarming a gunman in Australia's Bondi Beach shooting. His hometown in Syria celebrates his bravery. Read his inspiring story.
Trump Classifies Fentanyl as Weapon of Mass Destruction
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order classifying illicit fentanyl as a 'weapon of mass destruction.' Read the full details and potential global implications here.
12 Killed in South African Bar Shooting, Children Victims
A tragic mass shooting at an unlicensed bar near Pretoria leaves 12 dead, including three children. Read the full report on the attack and official responses.
Macron Vows Stronger Cooperation with Nigeria After Kidnappings
French President Macron commits to strengthening security partnership with Nigeria following a surge in mass abductions, including over 300 school children. Read more.
12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
Police bust kidnapping syndicate, recover GPMG in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command, with hunters, neutralized two kidnappers, arrested seven, and recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun. The syndicate confessed to receiving N150 million in ransoms. Read the full details.
Pakistani Man Arrested with Guns, Planned Mass Shooting
A Pakistani immigrant was arrested in the US with a car full of guns, planning a mass shooting for 'martyrdom'. Read the shocking details of the foiled plot.
Enugu Plans 5 New Transport Terminals to Boost Economy
Governor Peter Mbah unveils a N1.62 trillion budget for 2026, prioritizing transport infrastructure with five new terminals and 2,000 city taxis to stimulate Enugu's economic growth.
Burna Boy to Pay Funeral Costs for Stockton Shooting Kids
Nigerian superstar Burna Boy steps up to cover funeral expenses for four children killed in a California mass shooting. Read about his emotional response and the tragic incident details.
Plateau Crisis: 4,700 Muslim Lives Lost Since 2001
The Jasawa Community in Plateau State reveals a death toll of 4,700 Muslims from crises since 2001, citing mass graves. Governor Mutfwang states nearly 12,000 total killed. Read the full report.
US Congress Meets Over Nigeria's Surge in Kidnappings
The US Congress holds a critical briefing on Nigeria's mass abduction crisis, targeting Christians. Get the latest on US-Nigeria security talks and the nationwide emergency.
14 Kidnapped on Owerri-Aba Road, Imo State
Gunmen abducted 14 passengers in Ngor Okpala, Imo State. A separate kidnap attack left a Lexus SUV destroyed. Watch the shocking videos and get the full details.
Boy, 14, killed in birthday party mass shooting
Amari Peterson, 14, was one of four victims killed in a mass shooting at a child's birthday party in Stockton, California. The gunman remains at large. Read more.
Mass Shooting at Child's Birthday Leaves 4 Dead
Tragedy strikes Stockton as mass shooting at child's birthday party leaves 4 dead, 10 injured. Authorities confirm targeted attack as gunman remains at large. Share to raise awareness.
Gunmen kidnap bride, baby, 13 others in Sokoto
Armed bandits kidnapped 14 people including a bride, her bridesmaids and a baby in Sokoto. Read about Nigeria's escalating security crisis and government response.
4 Dead, 14 Shot at California Family Gathering
Tragic mass shooting at Stockton banquet hall leaves 4 dead and multiple injured during family celebration. Authorities investigate targeted attack.
Bodies of 2 Kidnapped Cameroonian Women Found
Anambra police confirm recovery of two Cameroonian women's bodies from Omambala River after kidnapping. Two suspects arrested, one remains at large. Families identify victims.
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