Court defers Sirika fraud trial ruling to judgment day
A high court in Abuja has deferred ruling on an application to discontinue the N2.8 billion fraud trial of ex-Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika until judgment day.
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INEC Identifies Account in Voter Data Leak Involving Lere Olayinka
INEC launches investigation with DSS after unauthorized disclosure of Emeka Ike's voter data by Lere Olayinka; audit trail identifies internal account.
Man Critically Injured by Girlfriend in Domestic Dispute
A 40-year-old Malawian man was found bleeding profusely on a roadside in South Africa after his girlfriend attacked him with a wooden plank during a domestic dispute.
Mother curses Tinubu, Seyi over Oyo kidnapping crisis
An angry mother curses President Tinubu and his son Seyi during a protest over the Oyo kidnapping, contrasting their festival attendance with suffering families.
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Teen Jailed 15 Years for Raping Aunt in Zimbabwe
An 18-year-old from Gokwe South was sentenced to 15 years in prison for raping his 42-year-old aunt. The attack occurred on 16 May 2026, and a passerby intervened.
Social Media Giants Pay $27m in School Lawsuit Settlement
Meta, Snap, ByteDance, and Google settle Kentucky school district lawsuit for $27 million over student mental health claims, avoiding trial.
Archbishop Decries Insecurity, Poverty, Calls for Good Governance
Archbishop Israel Afolabi Amoo decries rising insecurity, poverty, and governance failures in Nigeria, urging decisive government action to prevent these challenges from spreading across Africa.
Oyo Police Arrest Three, Recover Firearm, Cables
Oyo State Police arrest three suspects, recover locally fabricated pistol, vandalised NTA cables, and other stolen items during raid.
Cross River teachers join Oyo abduction protest
Cross River teachers under NUT joined a nationwide protest against the abduction of teachers and students in Oyo State, demanding safe return and improved school security.
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INEC Probes Emeka Ike Voter Data Leak, DSS Joins
INEC investigates leaked voter data of actor Emeka Ike shared by FCT Minister's aide. DSS also probing, no external breach found.
Oyo School Abductions: Teachers, NLC, CDHR Lead Protest
NLC, NUT, CDHR, and civil society groups protest in Ogun over the abduction of 39 students and 7 teachers in Oyo State, demanding immediate rescue.
Emeka Ike Slams Wike's Aide Over Voter Data Breach
Veteran Nollywood actor Emeka Ike condemns Lere Olayinka for leaking his private voter details from INEC database, calling it a dangerous abuse of power and threatening legal action.
Oyo Kidnapping: Parents Reject Relief, Demand Children Back
Emmanuel Alase, Baale of the community, recounts how parents rejected rice and money from government officials, insisting only on the safe return of their abducted children from the Oyo school kidnapping.
Davido Denies City Boy Group, Slams Insecurity
Nigerian singer Davido clarifies he is not part of the City Boy Movement, criticizes insecurity, and calls on entertainers to speak up.
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NTCA Warns Tobacco Industry Targets Nigerian Youths
The Nigeria Tobacco Control Alliance warns that tobacco industry uses social media and entertainment to target youths, urging stronger enforcement of tobacco control laws.
Police Recover Pistol, Indian Hemp in Akwa Ibom
Nigeria Police in Akwa Ibom recover a locally made pistol and large cache of suspected Indian hemp during an intelligence-led operation in Ibeno LGA.
TIB Protests in Ibadan Over Abduction of Pupils, Teachers
The Take-It-Back Movement staged a protest in Ibadan over the abduction of pupils and teachers in Ogbomoso, demanding government action to tackle rising insecurity in Oyo State.
Kwara Mob Kills Two, Burns 10 Houses Over Cleric Death
A mob in Ilesha-Baruba, Kwara State, killed two men and set 10 buildings ablaze in a reprisal attack following the death of Islamic cleric Mohammed Ilyasu after a machete fight.
Babachir Lawal Resigns from ADC Over Rigged Primaries
Former SGF Babachir Lawal resigns from ADC alleging massive rigging in presidential primaries to favor Atiku Abubakar, citing conspiracy and ethnic hegemonism.
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Police Arrest Three Robbery Suspects in Akwa Ibom
Nigeria Police in Akwa Ibom arrested three armed robbery suspects and recovered stolen items including a generator and machetes in Uyo.
Iya Rainbow, TAMPAN Demand Release of Abducted Oyo Pupils
Veteran actress Iya Rainbow and TAMPAN join calls for release of abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State, condemning insecurity under Tinubu's administration.
Tricycle Operator Sentenced to Death for One Chance Murder
An Anambra high court sentenced tricycle operator Makuachukwu Ezike to death by hanging for murdering a passenger during a one chance robbery in 2019.
Army Rescues 23 Abducted Passengers in Kogi
Troops rescued 23 passengers abducted by suspected kidnappers on Ayegunle-Bunu Road in Kogi State. Two killed, five injured during attack.
Oyo NUT orders indefinite strike over abducted teachers
Nigeria Union of Teachers directs public school teachers in Oyo State to begin indefinite strike over abduction of colleagues and students, urging government action for safe release.
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Cross River: 89.9% Residents Want to Leave
A new SBM Intelligence study reveals 89.9% of Cross River residents consider relocating due to poor infrastructure, healthcare, and insecurity.
Akwa Ibom Teachers Join Rally for Abducted Colleagues
Teachers in Akwa Ibom will withdraw services on Tuesday for a solidarity rally demanding release of abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State.
Cross River Police Probe Teen's Death After Alleged Beating
Nigeria Police in Cross River investigate the death of 14-year-old Nancy Peter, allegedly beaten by her mother and a pastor over theft allegations. Two suspects in custody.
Emeka Ike Threatens Action Over INEC Data Leak
Actor Emeka Ike plans to take legal action against Lere Olayinka, aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, for allegedly leaking his personal INEC voter data online.
Pregnant Teen Lured With Flowers, Shot Dead by Ex
A 17-year-old pregnant girl was fatally shot in San Diego by her 21-year-old ex-boyfriend, who lured her outside with flowers. The baby survived.
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Veteran Actor Janmole Dies in Auto Crash, Nollywood Mourns
Veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker, and comedian Janmole, real name Okiki Adesina, died in a road accident on June 1, 2026, plunging the film industry into mourning.
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