Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have decisively thwarted an early-morning attempt by terrorists operating from the Mandara Mountains to infiltrate Bitta, neutralising several insurgents and dealing a significant blow to their…
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Gunmen abduct LG vice chairman, two councillors in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists have abducted the newly elected Vice Chairman of Biu Local Government Area of Borno, Alhaji Saidu, alongside two councillors and several other passengers. Zagazola learnt…
Security forces launches rescue operation in Kano after abduction of four person
Security forces in Kano have launched a manhunt for suspected armed abductors following the abduction of four persons in Karaye Local Government Area of the state. Security sources explained that the incident…
Insecurity: Northern Group Accuse Gov Dauda Lawal of Political Distraction Amid Worsening Insecurity
Growing dissatisfaction is trailing the administration of Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, as group, Northern Elders Support Group accused him of prioritising political battles over addressing the state’s persistent insecurity. Critics argue…
Abductors Kill Ex-Zamfara Vice Chairman After Collecting N15 Million
By Hajara Abdullahi Abductors of the former Vice Chairman of Bukkuyum Local Government Area, Zamfara State, Hon. Muazu Muhammad Gwashi, have killed him after collecting N15 million ransom from his family. Gwashi…
Fleeing bandits’ drug supplier ‘Gamboli’ arrested in Niger
…As NDLEA intercepts US, Canada, Sweden-bound opioids in black soup containers, designer wears; uncovers clandestine codeine syrup factory in Abia; arrests woman, son over 1,187kg skunk seizure in Ondo Three weeks after…
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige Remanded Over N2.2bn Corruption Charges
By Hajara Abdullahi Former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, was on Friday remanded in Kuje Prison over alleged N2.2 billion corruption charges. Justice Maryam Hassan of a High Court in…
Supreme Court Affirms Death Sentence on Maryam Sanda
By Hajara Abdullahi The Supreme Court on Friday upheld the death sentence earlier passed on Maryam Sanda over the killing of her husband, Bilyamin Bello. Sanda had been convicted by an Abuja…
Former AGF Malami Detained by EFCC
By Hajara Abdullahi The former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has been detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday. EFCC had…
NAF Confirms Alpha Jet Crashes in Niger State
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commended two of its Alpha Jet pilots for their exceptional courage and professionalism after they safely ejected from the aircraft following a serious in-flight emergency on…
Finally, DSS Arraigns Sowore on alleged Cybercrime Offences
..Judge bars him from inciting public, undermining national security By Zagazola Makama The Department of State Services (DSS) on Tuesday arraigned a politician and online publisher, Omoyele Sowore, before a Federal High…
No Casualties as Gunmen Attack Abia Governor Otti’s Advance Team in Imo
An advance team of Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen opened fire on their vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, 2025, along the Umuowa–Ihite…
Bandits Kill Woman, Abduct Three in Kano
By Mustapha Salisu Armed bandits have reportedly invaded Yankamaye village in Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano State, killing a woman and abducting three others during a late-night assault. The incident occurred…
Bandit kingpin releases 37 abductees in katsina’s Bakori LGA
By Zagazola Makama A notorious forest gang leader, identified as Isiya Kwashen Garwa, has released 37 abducted persons held in captivity in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State. Zagazola Makama learnt…
DSS Invites Datti Baba-Ahmed Over Alleged Inciteful Remarks Against the Nigerian State
By Zagazola Makama The Department of State Services (DSS) on Friday invited the founder of Baze University, Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed for sustaining views perceived as inciting against the Nigerian State, a…
Police Officer goes missing after signing out rifle in Katsina
By zagazola Makama A police officer has been declared missing in Katsina State after signing out a service rifle for duty and disappearing without a trace. Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred…
Ganduje, wife’s trial adjourned to February 2026
A Kano High Court on Wednesday adjourned the trial of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, his wife Hafsat Umar, and six others until February 3, 2026, for the hearing of all pending motions….
Nigeria Police Takes Custody Of Fugitive Victor Benjamin Fejemirokun
Nigeria Police Takes Custody Of Fugitive Victor Benjamin Fejemirokun By Abdullahi Yusuf The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, has taken full custody of fugitive suspect Victor…
Police arrest 2 varsity students over alleged conspiracy, rape
By Muftau Ogunyemi The Police command in Ondo State has arrested two students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, over an alleged conspiracy and rape of a 20-year-old student. DSP Olushola Ayanlade confirmed…
Insecurity: S/West governors push for state police, other strategies
By David Adeoye The South-West Governors’ Forum, comprising governors of Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, and Ondo States, has reaffirmed its support for the establishment of State Police. The forum, in a…
Akwa Ibom Police Command Dismisses Message On Boko Haram Arrival In South, North-Central
Akwa Ibom Police Command Dismisses Message On Boko Haram Arrival In South, North-Central By Abdullahi Yusuf The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has dismissed a viral message on alleged arrival of Boko…
IGP Appoints SP Orvenonne Ikwen National Coordinator Police Campaign Against Cultism,Others
IGP Appoints SP Orvenonne Ikwen National Coordinator Police Campaign Against Cultism,Others By Abdullahi Yusuf The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the appointment of SP Orvenonne Ikwen as the new…
Herders’ Association Reports Members Trapped in Violent Conflict Between Bandits, Vigilantes
From Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has declared that its members are being systematically killed from all sides, caught between criminal bandits and the government-backed…
Unkown Persons Exhume Corpse For Rituals – Yobe Police Command
From Auwal Salim, Damaturu The residents of Jakusko Town of Yobe State was thrown into confusion after one Wakili Gambo reported at the Police Station that a grave was discovered opened at…
Troops Neutralize 9 ISWAP Terrorists, Rescue 74 NYSC Members in Borno
By Hajara Abdullahi In its sustained efforts to rid the North East of terrorist activities, troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, have in separate operations killed 9 ISWAP members…