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.
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All Niger Catholic school kidnap victims freed
The final group of pupils and teachers abducted from St. Mary's school in Niger State have been released. Read the full story of their rescue and reunion with families.
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.
Niger Gov Calls for Prayer for Kidnapped Schoolchildren
Niger State Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago appeals for prayers for the safe return of the remaining abducted pupils of St Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. He made the call at a dinner with journalists.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed After Bandit Kidnapping
The Federal Government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from a Niger State school. Read the full details of the rescue operation and the ongoing efforts to free the remaining captives.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed, 153 Still Captive
The Federal Government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from a Niger State school. Read the latest details on the rescue and the ongoing crisis.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed After Bandit Kidnapping
The Nigerian government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State earlier this year. Read the full details of the rescue operation.
Police Officer Shot Dead by Robbers in Benin City
A police officer was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers on Ugbowo-Lagos Road, Benin City. The incident triggered a gunfight. Read for details and eyewitness accounts.
4 Children Killed in Borno IED Explosion
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has claimed the lives of four children. A 12-year-old boy is injured. Police warn against handling suspicious objects. Read more.
Four Children Killed by IED in Borno's Banki Community
A tragic IED explosion in Banki, Borno State, has killed four children. Police confirm the incident and warn against handling suspicious objects. Read the full report.
Bomb Explosion Kills 4 Boys in Borno Apartment
A tragic bomb explosion in Banki, Borno State, has claimed the lives of four boys, including two siblings. The victims, aged 12-15, mistook the device for scrap metal. Read the full details.
Chinese Expatriate Freed After Edo Kidnapping
Mr. Wang, a Chinese national kidnapped in September during an attack that killed 8 NSCDC officers in Edo, has been released in Kogi. He has since returned to China. Details inside.
Ex-Adamawa Councilor Killed, Sons Abducted
Former Madagali councilor Shamalsinmi Umaru was shot dead at home. His two sons were abducted, with kidnappers demanding a N7m ransom. The family pleads for help as the deadline looms.
Teen Killed by Illegal Fireworks Blast in LA Backyard
A 17-year-old boy died after a powerful illegal firework exploded in a South LA backyard. The blast, mistaken for a bomb, occurred on West 84th Street. Read the full report.
Bandits Ambush Security Team in Kaduna, Kill Officer
A policeman was killed and soldiers wounded when bandits attacked a joint security team in Kaduna's Kubau LGA. The team was returning from a grazing reserve assignment.
Bandits Kill Ex-Education Secretary, Collect Ransom After
Bandits killed Samuel Abi Dangiwa, a retired teacher and former Education Secretary in Kaduna, and still collected ransom from his desperate family a month later. Read the shocking details and community outcry.
Truck Brake Fails, Kills Police Officer in Abuja
A police officer died and another was injured after a mixer truck lost control in Abuja's Central Area. The FCT Police Command has arrested the driver and launched an investigation.
Plateau Troops Raid Hideout, Recover AK-47, Communication Gear
Nigerian troops raided a gunrunner's hideout in Plateau, recovering an AK-47 rifle and communication equipment. In a separate incident, Imo police killed two kidnappers. Read the latest security updates.
Police Officer Killed in Abuja Road Accident
A Federal Capital Territory Police officer died, and another was injured in a crash involving a mixer truck on Sani Abacha Expressway. The driver is in custody as investigations continue.
Police Arrest Alleged Killers of FRSC Officer, Daughter
Osun State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to the ritual killing of a senior FRSC officer and her daughter. The Commissioner of Police revealed chilling details of the investigation. Read the full story.
Teen Arrested for Killing Neighbour, Snatching Phone in Borno
Borno police arrest 17-year-old Amir for allegedly stabbing his neighbour, Rifkatu Haruna, 35, to death and stealing her phone. The incident occurred in Maiduguri on Tuesday night. Read the shocking details.
4 Pupils Die in Kogi School Truck Accident
Tragedy strikes Egbolo, Kogi as a truck carrying schoolchildren plunges into a river. Four confirmed dead. Community mourns, calls for government action on road safety.
Bandits Kill Four in Kogi, Police Clash with Youths
Bandits attacked Irunda Ile in Kogi, killing two vigilantes. A clash between police and protesting youths resulted in two more deaths. Get the full details on the security crisis.
Crypto Fraudsters Tortured, Killed in UAE Over £380M
A Russian couple, convicted crypto fraudsters, were lured, tortured, and killed in the UAE after kidnappers failed to access £380 million in digital wallets. Three suspects arrested.
Priest Applauds Tinubu, Ribadu for Schoolchildren Rescue
A Catholic priest in Niger State publicly thanked President Tinubu and NSA Nuhu Ribadu for the safe rescue of 58 abducted pupils. Read the full story of gratitude and interfaith collaboration.
3 NIS Personnel Killed in Kebbi Border Checkpoint Attack
CG Kemi Nandap deploys reinforcements, orders heightened patrols after armed men attack Bakin Ruwa Checkpoint in Kebbi. Read the latest on Nigeria's border security response.
Attack on Jigawa DPO's Home Leaves Officer Dead
Unknown assailants attacked the residence of a DPO in Jigawa, killing Constable Nura Garba Jahun. Get the latest details on the incident and police response.
Officer, Passerby Killed in Ogun Cult Violence
A police officer and a passerby were killed in a suspected cult clash in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Get the full details on the tragic incident and police response.
Retired Delta Judge Killed, Police Hunt Suspect
Delta Police confirm retired judge Ifeoma Okogwu murdered at her Asaba home. One suspect detained, principal suspect Godwin Vanem at large as manhunt intensifies.
Senator: No ransom paid for kidnapped schoolchildren rescue
Senator Yemi Adaramodu denies FG paid ransom for Kebbi, Niger, Kwara kidnap victims. Security used persuasion, not money. Read full details on rescue operations.
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