YABATECH Student Shot Dead by Suspected Cultists

A Yaba College of Technology student identified as Balogun was fatally shot by suspected cult members near the school gate in Lagos. Police confirm investigation is ongoing amid reports of mistaken identity.

Mother, 5 Children Killed in Devastating Ohio House Fire

A devastating early morning house fire in Clinton County, Ohio, has resulted in the tragic deaths of a mother and her five children. Eight firefighters were injured while battling the blaze, and the community is reeling from the loss.

Tinubu Appoints Olatunji Disu as Nigeria's New Police Chief

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Olatunji Disu as the Inspector General of Police, succeeding Kayode Egbetokun. Disu brings over three decades of policing experience, including intelligence leadership and international peacekeeping roles.

US Soldier's Last Words Before Death in Iran Conflict Released

Declan Coady, a 20-year-old US Army Reserve Sergeant from Iowa, was killed in a drone strike in Kuwait just hours after reassuring his family he was safe. The second-year Drake University student had chosen deployment despite possible exemption.

Man Attacked at Home After Renouncing Islam, Seeks Help

A Nigerian man has publicly appealed for assistance after reporting a violent home invasion by a group of men, which he claims was motivated by his public renunciation of Islam, sparking concerns over religious freedom and personal safety.

Fact Check: No Iranian Drone Shot Down in Sokoto

A viral claim that Nigerian troops intercepted an Iranian drone in Sokoto has been debunked. The video originated from Iraq, not Nigeria, and military authorities have not confirmed any such incident.

Youth Killed by Bandits in Kogi, Community Mourns

A youth, Juwon Ajisafe, was killed by bandits in Bareke, Egbe, Kogi State. Residents and security forces responded, but the incident highlights ongoing insecurity and systemic failures in the region.

Man Kills Brother Over Dream Shooting in Oyo

A 43-year-old man in Oyo State has been arrested for allegedly bludgeoning his elder brother to death with a heavy rock, claiming the victim shot him in a dream. Police confirm the suspect confessed and investigation is ongoing.

Two Fake Alcohol Dealers Get 40 Years Jail in Lagos

The Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced two men to a combined 40 years imprisonment for producing and selling counterfeit alcoholic beverages. Meanwhile, distillers plan protests against the nationwide ban on alcohol in sachets and small bottles.

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