Police Arrest Notorious Kidnapper in Oyo, Recover AK-47

Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Muhammadu Abubakar, and recovered an AK-47 rifle in an intelligence-led operation. The suspect confessed to involvement in kidnapping activities along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis.

Police Foil Boko Haram, ISWAP Attacks in Borno

Borno Police Command successfully thwarted coordinated attacks by Boko Haram and ISWAP on Nganzai and Damasak communities, with four officers killed in the line of duty and laid to rest.

NDPC Probes Remita, Sterling Bank for Data Breach

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission investigates Remita Payment Services and Sterling Bank over alleged data breaches, focusing on customer safety and compliance with the Data Protection Act.

Stray Bullet Kills Teen Girl in Maiduguri Home

A 14-year-old secondary school student was tragically killed by a stray bullet inside her home in Maiduguri, Borno State, allegedly fired by military personnel during celebratory gunfire at a nearby wedding ceremony on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Five Eiye Cultists Nabbed in Ondo Police Raid

Ondo State Police have arrested five suspected members of the Eiye confraternity during a secret meeting in Akungba-Akoko. The suspects were caught chanting cult slogans, with investigations ongoing to uncover their network.

IED Attack Kills Driver, Motorcyclist in Niger State

A commercial driver was killed instantly when his vehicle triggered an improvised explosive device on the Lumma-Babanna road in Niger State. Suspected terrorists also shot dead a motorcyclist, highlighting severe security challenges on this vital transpor

Troops Kill Bandit Leader's Son, Many Terrorists in Zamfara

Nigerian military forces have neutralized several terrorists, including the son of a notorious bandit leader, during a major operation in Zamfara State. The raid targeted Ado Alero's camp in Tsafe Local Government Area on April 4, 2026.

Police Arrest Notorious Kidnapper, Recover AK-47 in Oyo

Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected notorious kidnapper, Muhammadu Abubakar, and recovered an AK-47 rifle in an intelligence-led operation. The suspect confessed to kidnapping activities along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis.

Two Dead, Several Injured in Soka Junction Crash in Oyo

The Oyo State Police Command confirms a tragic accident at Soka Junction on the Ibadan-Lagos Expressway, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries. A speeding truck caused the crash, damaging several vehicles.

FG Bans Accidented Vehicle Imports, Dealers Back New Rules

The Federal Government has implemented a strict policy banning the importation of accidented vehicles to enhance road safety, with dealers supporting the move to prevent Nigeria from becoming a dumping ground for substandard cars.

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