Lady fakes own kidnap with boyfriend, collects N3m ransom from parents
A 23-year-old woman, Nmesoma Josephine Nwoye, has been arrested for faking her own kidnap in order to collect money from her parents. She carried out the plan with her boyfriend, 24-year-old Chibuike Ogbu, and both of them were caught by operatives of the Anambra State Police Command. The police confirmed that ₦1.2 million was recovered […]
Atiku condemns police over Sowore’s detention
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized the police over the reported mistreatment and arrest of activist Omoyele Sowore by the team working under the Inspector-General of Police (IGP). He described the incident as a misuse of power. Atiku, who ran for president under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, made […]
Joint security team rescues three kidnapped victims in Kebbi
A joint team of security forces has rescued three kidnapped victims after exchanging gunfire with the abductors in Shanga Hills, Kebbi State. The victims—Muhammad Nasamu Namata (25), Gide Namata (20), and Hamidu Alhaji Namani (35)—were taken from Sangara village during an early morning raid on July 27, 2025. According to Police Public Relations Officer, CSP […]
Body of slain Kogi photojournalist found in bush — Police
The police in Kogi State have confirmed the discovery of photojournalist Ayobami Aiyepeku’s body. He had been missing for days and was believed to have been murdered by his neighbour, Oluwapelumi Adebayo. According to the state police spokesperson, SP Williams Aya, the body was found on the evening of Sunday, July 27, in a bush […]
We are not responsible for Mbano killings – IPOB blames security agencies
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have reacted to the recent killings in Mbano, Imo State. The police had earlier blamed IPOB and its armed group, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), for the violence. The attack happened on Wednesday morning in Umualuaku community, Ehime Mbano Local Government Area. Gunmen reportedly stormed the area and shot […]
BREAKING: Sowore, others shun warnings, lead retired police officers in protest [PHOTOS]
Omoyele Sowore, who ran for president under the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2023 election, joined other activists to lead a protest in Abuja. They stood with retired police officers who are asking for better welfare. The protest was held to push for improved living conditions and benefits for former members of the Nigeria […]
Actress Iyabo Ojo reacts to trending videos of men wishing her de@th and accusing her of derailing ‘Justice for Mohbad’ campaign
Nollywood star Iyabo Ojo has responded to viral videos showing men threatening her and blaming her for getting in the way of justice for late singer, Mohbad. Over the past few days, clips of men walking through Lagos with a picture of Iyabo and Mohbad have spread online. These men accused her of interfering in […]
Conflict: Police deny decomposing bodies litter Cross River communities
The Police Commissioner of Cross River State, Olusegun Omosanyin, has said that reports claiming dead bodies are lying around in the Etono and Biakpan communities are not true. These two communities have been fighting for the past two months because of land issues and arguments about which family is the oldest in the area. People […]
BBNaija’s Tacha slams Port Harcourt businessman who allegedly assaulted three women in a club
BBNaija star Tacha has criticized a man who was accused of attacking three women at a nightclub in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The incident reportedly happened on June 19. The women shared what happened to them in a video that quickly spread online. They said the man accused them of recording him without permission. This […]
Benue k!llings: How come no arrest has been made? – President Tinubu queries IGP
During his visit to Benue on June 18, Tinubu asked the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, why no arrests have been made over the recent deadly attacks in the state. He also gave a direct order to Nigeria’s Service Chiefs and security leaders to go after those who caused the violence. The President made […]