Kidnappers Reduce Ransom to N40m for Edo Eight

Kidnappers in Edo State have reduced their ransom demand from N100 million to N40 million for eight abducted residents. Community leaders are negotiating for a further reduction. Read the latest on this developing security situation.

Court Remands Nigerien for ₦351.5m Fraud

A Federal High Court in Ikoyi has ordered the remand of a Niger Republic national, Isiaka Ibrahim, over an alleged ₦351.5 million fraud. Read the full details of the charges and court proceedings.

Kebbi Reopens Maga School After Abduction

Kebbi State Government reopens Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, with enhanced security after the rescue of 24 abducted students. Governor Idris orders security awareness programs.

Lagos Releases 16 Inmates, Deports Two Foreign Nationals

Lagos State Chief Judge, Justice Kazeem Alogba, has freed 16 inmates and deported two Chadians in a lawful decongestion exercise. He insists the process follows strict legal guidelines, not sentiment. Read the full details.

Kefas Faces Backlash Over Tiv Crisis Handling

Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas faces criticism for his Christmas address on Tiv community attacks. MUT President Agere condemns the silence and calls for urgent security action. Read more.

Gov Okpebholo: Ekpoma Kidnappers Not Fulanis

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo dismisses claims Fulani herdsmen carried out the Ekpoma kidnapping, citing masked faces as evidence. He condemns subsequent protest hijacking and looting.

FG Flags Off Police Rank-and-File Quarters in Enugu

The Federal Government has begun building new police housing in Enugu's Ozalla. This NPTF-led project aims to improve officer welfare and security efficiency under Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. Read more.

NIN Database Reaches 127 Million Nigerians

Nigeria's NIN enrolment hits 127 million as of December 2025. Lagos State leads with over 13 million registrations. Get the full breakdown and state-by-state analysis here.

Anambra Umuada Flog Woman for Enabling Domestic Abuse

Umuada in Ukpor, Anambra, publicly flogged a young woman for allegedly beating her brother's wife and enabling domestic violence. The mother-in-law was fined and the brother handed to men for punishment. #EndDomesticViolence

Portable Remanded in Prison Over Assault, Car Theft

Controversial singer Portable has been arraigned on a nine-count charge including assaulting a police officer and stealing a car. The judge denied him bail, remanding him until January 19. Read the full details.

N1.2bn Contraband Seized by Kwara Customs

The Kwara Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted smuggled goods worth over N1.2 billion in one month. Acting Controller DC Najeem Akanmu Ogundeyi vows zero tolerance for economic sabotage.

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