Police repel cattle rustling, neutralise one bandit in Kebbi
Security operatives in Kebbi State have successfully stopped an attempted cattle rustling operation along the Kamba–Kangiwa road in Dandi Local Government Area. During the operation, one suspected bandit was killed while others fled the scene. According to reports, armed men believed to be part of the Lakurawa group attacked a farmhouse and made away with […]
Two Siblings Arrested For Killing Elder Brother In Imo State
In a shocking case from Umuokoro, Imo State, two brothers, Lucky Amadi and Uzoma Amadi, have been arrested for allegedly killing their elder brother, Orindu Amadi, around 16 years ago. The crime came to light after skeletal remains were discovered in an abandoned family building, exposing a long-hidden family secret. The brothers reportedly killed Orindu […]
Court adjourns human rights lawyer’s case to February 4
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has adjourned the case involving human rights lawyer, Victor Giwa, and his co-defendant, Bukola Ibitade, to February 4, 2026. The matter was filed by the Nigeria Police Force over allegations of forgery involving the letterhead of a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Awa Kalu. […]
Police arrest three suspected gunrunners, recover AK-47, 730 rounds of ammunition in Kebbi
Security operatives in Kebbi State have arrested three suspected gunrunners and recovered dangerous weapons, including an AK-47 rifle and 730 rounds of live ammunition. The operation was carried out by the police after receiving intelligence reports on the activities of the suspects believed to be supplying arms to criminals in the region. According to police […]
Over 10 herders reportedly killed in reprisal attack at Tilli community Kebbi
Tension has gripped Tilli community in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State following a deadly reprisal attack that claimed the lives of over ten Fulani herders. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was reportedly in response to the killing of a vigilante member by suspected Lakurawa bandits operating in the area. According to residents, […]
Police re-arrest Sowore moments after court granted him bail
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has reportedly been re-arrested and assaulted by officers of the Nigeria Police Force just moments after being granted bail by a Kuje Magistrate Court in Abuja. Eyewitnesses say the incident occurred outside the court premises shortly after Magistrate Abubakar Umar Sai’id approved bail for Sowore and […]
Moment SUV Crashed Into Electric Fence Meant To Block Free Nnamdi Kanu Protester
A dramatic scene unfolded in Abuja on Monday when a sports utility vehicle (SUV) accidentally crashed into a barbed electric wire barricade set up by security operatives during the ongoing #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest. The electric fence had reportedly been installed by security forces to block protesters demanding the release of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, […]
Protest: Security operatives fired live bullets at us – Sowore
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has accused security operatives of firing live bullets and tear gas at peaceful protesters during the #FreeNnamdiKanu rally in Abuja on Monday. Speaking on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, Sowore explained that the protesters had gathered peacefully in front of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel before security forces arrived and […]
Village Head Kidnapped, One Killed As Bandits Attack Rani Ramat, Kwara
Tension has gripped the Rani Ramat community in Kwara State following a deadly attack by armed bandits that left one person dead and the village head kidnapped. The incident, which occurred late Sunday night, sent residents fleeing into nearby bushes as the attackers stormed the area, shooting sporadically and looting valuables. Eyewitnesses said the assailants […]
Sixteen rescued as gunmen abduct passengers along Benin expressroad
Sixteen passengers were rescued after gunmen abducted them from a commercial bus on the Benin to Iyere Agbanikaka Oluku Road in Edo State on Friday, September 5. The Edo State Police confirmed the rescue. Police spokesperson CSP Moses Joel Yamu provided updates on the situation. A video showing other commuters on the road shortly after […]