Edo Police Dismiss 5 Officers, Ogun Guards Held for Murder
Edo State Police Command dismisses five officers over abduction and extortion allegations, while Ogun State Police arrest two security guards for a traveller's murder in Ibafo.
Category : Security
Youth Killed in Ikorodu; Police Deny Cult Clash Rumours
A young man, Quadri, son of a traditional ruler, was beaten to death in Ikorodu, Lagos. Police dismiss rumours of a cult clash, urging calm and reliance on official sources.
Chibok Parents Demand Global Action, 87 Girls Still Missing
Twelve years after the Chibok abduction, parents of the 87 still-missing girls renew calls for international intervention, as the Murtala Muhammed Foundation warns the tragedy symbolizes neglect.
Explosions, Silent Implosions, and National Endurance Threat
The recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East highlight a deeper crisis of institutional implosions and eroded trust, challenging Nigeria's call for endurance without clear solutions.
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Ekiti Security Forces Raid Criminal Hideouts in Forests
Security agencies in Ekiti State have launched a joint operation, 'Operation Comb the Bush,' to raid forests and hideouts used by criminals, aiming to prevent kidnapping and other crimes amid rising threats from neighboring states.
Plateau Official Alarms Over 200 Children Trafficked
The Plateau State Gender and Equal Opportunity Commission reveals 200 children from Irigwe community have been trafficked nationwide, sparking urgent calls for security checks and family support.
Uniformed Men Attack Pastor, Disrupt Church Service in Delta
Worshippers at an Assemblies of God Church in Ughelli, Delta State, were thrown into panic when uniformed men allegedly stormed the service, clashing with the pastor and his wife and discharging tear gas. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for inv
Islamic Teacher Accused of Child Abuse in Niger State
The NSCDC Gender Unit in Niger State is investigating an Islamic teacher accused of sexually abusing a minor at an Islamiyah school in Minna. The case was reported after the victim disclosed the abuse following sensitization.
Army Rescues Three Kidnapped Victims in Bauchi
Troops of the CSI Battalion rescued three kidnapped victims in Garin Bagobiri, Alkaleri LGA, Bauchi State, following an air strike on terrorist hideouts. The victims were handed over to an IDP camp for care.
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Man Arrested as Married Woman Dies in Alleged Lover's House in Kano
Police in Kano State have detained 41-year-old Lucky Isuma after a married woman was discovered unconscious and later pronounced dead in his Sabon Gari residence. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
Ondo Killings Not Isolated, Youths Warn of Dangerous Pattern
Akure youths express concern over rising insecurity in Ondo State, citing killings and abductions in communities like Ilu-Abo and Igushin as evidence of a spreading dangerous pattern.
Two Suspects Arrested with Pistol in Plateau by OPEP Troops
Troops from Operation OPEP have detained two individuals found with a loaded pistol during a routine stop-and-search operation in Kuru, Jos South LGA, Plateau State. The arrest occurred on April 1, 2026, with additional items seized including ammunition a
Two Guards Arrested for Murder of Traveler in Ogun
Police in Ogun State have arrested two security guards for the alleged murder of a traveler in Ibafo. The victim, Promise, was attacked with a machete and later died at the hospital.
Akure Youths: Ondo Killings Not Isolated Cases
Akure Youths Coalition expresses grave concern over escalating insecurity in Ondo State, warning that recent killings and abductions in communities like Ilu-Abo and Igushin are not isolated incidents but evidence of a spreading pattern of violence.
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Ekiti Launches 'Operation Comb the Bush' Against Criminals
Ekiti State security agencies have initiated 'Operation Comb the Bush,' a joint effort to combat criminal activities by clearing hideouts and enhancing patrols, following intelligence reports of threats from neighboring states.
Edo Police Dismiss Five Officers Over Extortion Syndicate
The Edo State Police Command has dismissed five serving officers and arrested others for involvement in a criminal syndicate accused of harassment, abduction, and extortion of residents in Benin City.
Cleric Petitions Police Over Cyberstalking and Defamation
Sheik Jamiu Sanusi, popularly known as Amiolohun, has submitted a formal petition to the Lagos Commissioner of Police against Saheed Teyinbo for alleged cyberstalking and criminal defamation. The cleric's legal team claims false statements have incited vi
Scores Killed in Herdsmen Attack on Benue Community
At least 10 residents were killed in a late-night attack by suspected armed Fulani militia in Ankpali community, Benue State. The assault forced many families to flee as search efforts continue for missing persons.
Pastor Arrested for Attempt to Bury Baby Alive in Ghana
A Ghanaian pastor, Richmond Akwasi Frimpong, has been arrested after allegedly trying to bury a five-month-old baby alive at a refuse dump in the Ashanti Region. Eyewitness intervention saved the child, who is now receiving hospital treatment.
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Woman Killed by Garbage Truck Compactor in Lagos Accident
A woman in Lagos died after being accidentally picked up and crushed by a garbage truck compactor, highlighting safety concerns in waste management operations.
Commanding Officer, 6 Soldiers Killed in Borno Terror Attack
A Commanding Officer and six soldiers were killed by an IED in Borno State while responding to a terrorist attack. Troops repelled the attackers in an intense firefight, maintaining control of the location.
Tinubu Convenes Emergency Security Meeting Over Borno Airstrike
President Bola Tinubu convened an emergency security meeting with service chiefs in Abuja to address Nigeria's deteriorating security and fallout from a controversial airstrike in Borno State.
Seven Soldiers Die in Borno Terrorist Attack Repelled by Troops
Nigerian Army troops successfully repelled a terrorist attack in Monguno, Borno State, but seven soldiers, including a commanding officer, died after their vehicle hit an IED during the operation.
Six Soldiers Die in Borno Terrorist Attack Repelled by Troops
Six Nigerian soldiers, including a commanding officer, died after troops repelled a terrorist attack in Monguno, Borno State, with the officer killed by an IED while assessing the situation.
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ADC Chieftain Proposes Kwara Security Compact Against Banditry
Prof Abdulmumin Yinka Ajia of the ADC unveils a six-pillar framework, the Kwara Rural Security and Recovery Compact, aimed at securing movement corridors and protecting communities from banditry through strategic measures.
Nigerian-British Man in Court for Student Murder Charge
Oliuwadamilola Ogunyankinnu, a 27-year-old Nigerian-British man, has appeared in a UK court charged with the murder of 21-year-old film student Finbar Sullivan, who was fatally stabbed on Primrose Hill in London.
Colonel, Six Soldiers Killed in Borno Ambush by Boko Haram
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents killed Colonel I.A. Mohammed and six soldiers in an ambush in Monguno, Borno state. The attack occurred as they responded to a prior assault on a military base, with the colonel's vehicle hitting an IED.
Woman Arrested for Fake Bomb Threat on Ex-Boyfriend's Plane
A 47-year-old woman in New Mexico was arrested after falsely claiming her ex-boyfriend was carrying explosives on a flight, leading to airport disruptions and police intervention.
Edo Police Arrest Officers in Extortion Syndicate Targeting Residents
Edo State Police Command has arrested six serving officers, one dismissed officer, and four civilians for allegedly running an extortion ring that harassed and abducted residents in Benin City, using police gear to deceive victims.
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Thomas Partey Pleads Not Guilty to New Rape Charges
Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to two new rape charges involving a fourth alleged victim from December 2020, as his legal proceedings continue at Southwark Crown Court.
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