Nigerian Army rescues kidnapped cleric, neutralises gunman in Enugu
Troops of the 82 Division Nigerian Army and Joint Task Force (Operation UDO KA) successfully rescued Rev. Johnson Anayo Onugwu, a Christian cleric abducted in Enugu State. The victim was kidnapped from his residence in Ezimo community, Udenu Local Government Area, but was rescued unharmed later the same day following a swift, intelligence-led operation. The […]
Soweto vows to continue Lagos demolition protests despite police arrests
Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Soweto, leader of a coalition protesting demolitions, forced evictions, and displacement in Lagos, has vowed to continue activism despite recent police arrests. Soweto and fellow activist Dele Frank were detained after leading a demonstration on Wednesday, during which Lagos State Police Command used tear gas to disperse protesters near the […]
Bandits attack Kebbi villages, many feared dead
Suspected armed bandits have attacked Jindani and Mai Kaho villages in Yauri Local Government Area of Kebbi State, leaving several people feared dead, many injured, and some abducted. The attack reportedly took place late at night, according to security analyst Bakatsine. Among the victims was an elderly woman who lost her life during the raid. […]
Police arrest two suspected gunrunners, recover ammunition in Katsina
Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected gunrunners and recovered six AK-47 magazines and 305 rounds of live 7.62mm ammunition. The arrests took place on January 27, 2026, at about 2:00 p.m., during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation along the Zaria–Funtua Road, the police spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq, said. The suspects were intercepted while riding a […]
EPL: You’ve given us hope – Bernardo Silva warns Arsenal as title race hots up
Manchester City captain, Bernardo Silva, has admitted that Arsenal’s recent slip has given City some hope in the Premier League title race. The Gunners lost 3-2 at home to Manchester United last weekend, coming a day after City defeated Wolves 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium. Arsenal now lead the table by just four points with […]
It’s political deception – Shehu dismisses Kano rail project
Mahdi Shehu has criticized the recently announced Kano Metropolitan Rail Project, describing it as a “political deception” aimed at misleading residents of Kano State. He made the claim in a post on X on Thursday, challenging the authenticity of the project and questioning its existence in official government plans. Shehu argued that the rail project […]
Troops arrest armed robbers, rescue abducted woman in Adamawa
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have recorded fresh security successes in Adamawa State with the arrest of two armed robbery suspects and the rescue of an abducted woman during separate operations in Mubi North and Hong Local Government Areas. The operations were carried out as part of ongoing efforts to improve safety and protect residents […]
Europa League: 12 teams eliminated from competition
Twelve clubs have been officially eliminated from the Europa League following the conclusion of the group phase matches played on Thursday night. The final standings confirmed which teams failed to make it into the knockout rounds of the competition. The teams that dropped out include Young Boys, Sturm Graz, FCSB, Go Ahead Eagles, Feyenoord, Basel […]
Couple arrested in Lagos for faking kidnap, extorting N10 million from families
A husband and wife in Lagos, identified as Fred and Goodness, have been arrested by the police for allegedly faking their own kidnapping to extort ₦10 million from family members and close associates. The incident reportedly happened in early January and shocked relatives who believed the couple were in real danger. Police sources revealed that […]
Amnesty International calls for investigation into alleged killings by DSS personnel in Abuja
Amnesty International has called for an urgent and transparent investigation into the alleged killing of two men by personnel of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Karmajiji community, Abuja. The rights group described the incident as a serious abuse of power and an example of unlawful use of force by security operatives meant to […]