Banks Warn Customers Against Festive Season Scams
FirstBank, UBA, Stanbic IBTC, and Union Bank warn customers to be vigilant against scams targeting mobile apps and USSD banking. Protect your OTPs and PINs.
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N-HYPPADEC Denies Fake Recruitment in New Bussa
N-HYPPADEC disowns a fraudulent recruitment screening exercise in New Bussa, Niger State. The Commission urges the public to verify information via official channels to avoid scams.
Stranger Sends N2 Million to Lady After Money Plea
A Nigerian woman, Prisca Obi, received a life-changing N2 million from a stranger after expressing her inability to afford travel for the holidays. See the viral story and reactions.
Visa Warns Nigerians of Top 5 Holiday Scams to Avoid
Visa outlines the most common December scams in Nigeria, from fake online deals to travel fraud. Learn how to protect your money and personal information this festive season.
Ayere Kingdom's Asiwaju I Defects to APC in Kogi
Prince Olatunji Olusoji, the Asiwaju I of Ayere Kingdom, has formally joined the APC in Kogi State, pledging to mobilise support for Governor Ododo's administration. Read about this major political shift.
Indomie Nigeria Denies NAFDAC Alert on Local Products
Indomie Nigeria clarifies that a NAFDAC safety alert concerns a product recalled in France, not sold in Nigeria. The company assures all locally made noodles are safe. Read the full statement.
Bandits Kill 2, Abduct 10 in Kogi Attack
Gunmen killed two and kidnapped ten in Olle-Bunu, Kogi. Community leaders demand urgent security overhaul. Read the full report and calls for action.
Military on High Alert for Christmas, New Year Security
The Defence Headquarters assures robust security for Yuletide, deploying troops and new recruits. Citizens urged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities.
Army on High Alert for Christmas Over Terrorist Threat
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters confirms robust security measures are in place nationwide for Christmas. Troops, special forces, and air units are on high alert following reports of planned attacks. Citizens urged to remain vigilant.
Indomie Clarifies NAFDAC Alert, Assures Product Safety
Dufil Prima Foods clarifies that the NAFDAC safety alert concerns a product not sold in Nigeria. The company assures consumers that locally made Indomie noodles are safe for consumption.
Nine Kidnapped in Kogi, Residents Seek Air Surveillance
Gunmen abducted nine persons in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA, including a family heading to a burial. Residents urge deployment of drones and police helicopters for rescue. Read more.
Kogi Bandit Attacks Force Suspension of Church Activities
The Obaro of Kabba and CAN have suspended all church services in Kabba/Bunu LGA, Kogi State, due to credible threats of bandit attacks. This follows recent kidnappings and a church invasion.
Mother, 3 Children Among 9 Abducted in Kogi Attack
Armed men storm Inele-Ugoh village in Kogi, kidnapping nine. Residents plead for aerial surveillance as ground troops search forests. Read more on the security crisis.
Bandits abduct 9 in Kogi, including mother and children
Armed bandits stormed a Kogi community, kidnapping nine people. A mother and her three children were among the victims. Read the full report on the security crisis.
Nine Kidnapped in Kogi, Residents Seek Aerial Surveillance
Armed bandits abducted nine people, including a mother and her three children en route to a burial, in Kogi's Olamaboro LGA. Residents plead for drones and police helicopters to aid ground troops in the search. Read more.
Prophet's Warning to Cubana Chiefpriest: Danger Ahead in 2026
Prophet Abel Boma issues a stark prophecy for Cubana Chiefpriest, warning of jealousy, potential poisoning, and health issues in 2026. He also foresees a political future. Read the full details and public reaction.
NSA Issues Emergency Yuletide Security Alert to Governors
Nigeria's National Security Adviser issues urgent security alert for the 2025 festive season, prompting nationwide deployments and coordinated responses from state governors and police commands.
Businesswoman Emotional After Neighbour's Fire Alert Call
A Nigerian businesswoman breaks down recounting how a neighbour's urgent call informed her of her burning shop. Read the full emotional story of community vigilance.
Buni Orders Tight Security for Yuletide in Yobe
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Kidnapping Attempt in Kogi Leaves One Dead, Two Injured
A kidnapping attempt on Ejule-Olamaboro Road, Kogi, turned fatal as bandits opened fire, causing a crash. One confirmed dead, two rescued. Security operatives are on the trail.
4 Bandits Neutralised in Kogi Community Attack
Kogi State confirms local hunters killed 4 bandits during an attack on Ayetoro-Kiri. 13 persons were abducted. Security forces are on the trail. Read more.
Major Arms Cache Recovered in Kogi, Says Gov Ododo
Kogi Governor Usman Ododo credits President Tinubu's security reforms for a major arms recovery in Lokoja. The haul includes dozens of rifles and hundreds of ammunition rounds. Read more.
Ododo Recovers Arms Cache, Vows Anti-Terror War
Kogi Governor Ahmed Ododo announces recovery of major arms cache in joint security operation. He vows total war on terror following meeting with President Tinubu. Read details.
Kogi Attack: 4 Bandits Killed, 13 Kidnapped in Ayetoro Kiri
Kogi State Government confirms bandits' attack on Ayetoro Kiri. Local hunters neutralised 4 assailants. 13 persons kidnapped, rescue operation ongoing with Army, Police, and DSS.
Kogi LG Bans Vigils, Imposes 7pm-6am Curfew
Omala LGA in Kogi State declares a strict dusk-to-dawn curfew across all 11 wards, banning all-night vigils. Read the full details and security measures announced by the chairman.
Kogi LG Declares Curfew, Restricts Religious Gatherings
Omala LGA in Kogi State enforces a 7 pm to 6 am curfew across all 11 wards, suspends public gatherings, and intensifies patrols due to security threats. Residents urged to comply.
Stray Bullets Kill Two Protesters in Kogi Community
Two youths died after being hit by stray bullets fired by security operatives during a protest in Kogi's Irunda-Ile community. The clash followed a deadly bandit attack earlier that day. Read the full report.
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.
Troops Rescue 6 Ejiba Church Kidnap Victims
Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Ejiba, Kogi State. Read the full details of the successful joint operation here.
Truck Driver Shares Survival Strategies on Nigeria's Lonely Roads
A Nigerian truck driver details his alertness strategies for navigating dangerous, lonely highways amid the country's security crisis. His advice: always be ready to run. Read his full survival guide.
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