Firefighters Save N52m Property in Jalingo Blaze, No Injuries

Residents narrowly escaped injury as a fire razed part of a twin residential building in Jalingo, Taraba State. Firefighters responded swiftly, saving property worth N52 million and preventing the blaze from spreading to adjoining structures.

Nigerian Man Gets 19 Years in U.S. for $4M Romance Scam

Leslie Chinedu Mba, a 40-year-old Nigerian man, has been sentenced to 228 months in federal prison for orchestrating romance and email scams totaling $4 million, and attempting fraudulent marriages for U.S. residency.

Can IGP Tunji Disu Reform Nigeria's Police Force?

With the appointment of Tunji Disu as acting IGP, Nigeria faces a critical moment for police reform. This analysis explores whether his leadership can overcome corruption and mistrust to rebuild public confidence.

Police Council Confirms Olatunji Disu as IGP

The National Police Council has officially endorsed Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police following a meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu in Abuja.

Lagos Royal Family Land Dispute Sparks Protest Threat

A coalition of civil society organizations demands investigation into allegations against Ojomu Royal Family youth leader, threatening protests if police fail to retract claims within seven days amid land dispute tensions.

Lagos Landlord Locks Tenant and Son Inside Apartment

A woman has urgently called on the Lagos State Government to intervene after a landlord allegedly locked a tenant and his young son inside their apartment, despite a prior agreement for the family to vacate the property this Sunday following a quit notice

NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin After 13-Year Manhunt

The NDLEA has finally apprehended Reginald Peter Chidiebere, a suspected drug kingpin who evaded capture for 13 years after jumping bail in 2013. He surrendered to authorities in February 2026.

Fourth US Soldier Dies from Iranian Attack Injuries

A fourth US service member has died from injuries sustained during Iran's initial attacks, marking the first American casualties in this major offensive. US Central Command confirmed the death as combat operations continue.

LASUED Student Killed in Lagos Communal Violence

Akinyemi Omo Akin, a student of Lagos State University of Education, was killed during a violent clash between Oto-Awori and Ijanikin communities. Police deny firing the fatal bullet, while NANS demands an independent forensic investigation.

IFJ: 128 Journalists Killed in 2025, Middle East Deadliest

The International Federation of Journalists confirms 128 journalists and media workers killed in 2025, with 74 deaths in the Middle East and Arab World. The IFJ calls for urgent action to end violence against media professionals.

Man Sentenced to Death for Murder of Classmate in Delta

A Delta State High Court in Kwale has sentenced Ebinum Prosper to death by hanging for the 2016 murder of his classmate, Ojieh Chibogu, following a trial that overcame challenges including destroyed evidence during the EndSARS protests.

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