…Nursery but were prevented from doing so following a fierce exchange of gunfire with security personnel on guard. “The kidnappers went to the Central Nursery to pick more victims but were repelled after a fierce exchange of gunshots with the security men on guard at the time,” the source said. The source further disclo…

…The Command disclosed that a manhunt had been launched for the kidnappers, adding that security operatives were working to ensure the safe return of the abducted staff members. The police urged anyone with credible information that could assist the operation to report to the nearest police station or contact the Comman…

…remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious objects or activities to the nearest security agency," the statement added.

…occurred outside a residence on East 10th Street in Del Rio and was captured on security camera footage. The criminal complaint states that Peña arrived at the location in a pickup truck before a secondary vehicle containing the Diaz sisters pulled up. "Within the video footage, Amaya is observed with an object believe…

…two attempted lethal injection administrations on September 30 at the Riverbend Maximum Security Institution in Nashville. Pike was initially sentenced to death for the 1995 murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer. In a formal statement addressing her medical condition, Pike's attorneys highlighted the severe mental and…

…He commended the Kwara State Government for its commitment to family planning commodity security and urged it to sustain efforts to ensure that women, girls and young people could make informed and voluntary decisions about their reproductive health. The stakeholders’ meeting, held under the theme, “A Choice for All,”…

…and dropped it into his palm.Mom spun toward him. "You idiot, you ruined everything!"Security stepped in and escorted them out as they screamed at each other.Weeks later, I sat on my father's porch, the same porch where I had once waited as a little girl. He handed me a coffee. "You okay, kiddo?"He looked at me and smi…

…expenses. NANS acknowledged the importance of domestic refining to Nigeria’s energy security but called on Dangote Refinery to provide clearer explanations for significant changes in its petrol prices.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google The association cited reports that the refinery raised its petrol…

…personal achievements and attending evening services without considering potential security risks. The warning follows the reported arrest of a pastor accused of attempting to kidnap a prophetess. “Stop going to evening services in churches, stop giving testimonies of what you’ve achieved in life. It doesn’t conform wi…

…the investigation. Aneke also commended the Ondo State Government, local residents and security and emergency agencies involved in the recovery operation. Read here: https://punchng.com/ondo-crash-air-chief-pleads-for-patience-as-investigation-begins/ 2027: INEC displays voter register, begins PVC distribution The Inde…

…enhance market performance, they should not come at the expense of workers’ rights, job security, fair wages, career development and respect for decent work. “Young workers, who represent the future of the industry, face a number of challenges arising from this transition. These include potential job displacement resul…

Import waivers meant to ease hunger and insecurity on farms have led to a deficit, ending a two-year run of surpluses, as Nigeria’s agricultural trade balance swung from a N740.27bn surplus in the first half of 2025 to a N56.13bn deficit in H1 2026, according to agriculture and trade experts. Recent foreign trade data…

…that Lagos State can meet its quota again for this season.” The meeting also focused on security, governance and preparations for the forthcoming elections, with the SSG stressing the need for all stakeholders to work together to maintain peace across the state. According to her, the involvement of the local government…

…regime. There were 12 men involved in the Alikhani Square case accused of k!lling four security guards during the protest, with human rights groups saying that the defendants were forced to give false confessions under torture. Sepahi's h@nging, along with fellow prisoner Alireza Raisi, means only five of the 12 accuse…

…the United States has effectively won the Iran war, despite ongoing unrest and a recent security threat that forced the withdrawal of American bombers from a base in England. But Trump’s claims that prices will fall as soon as the Iran war is over have so far fallen on deaf ears with voters. The midterm elections will…

…conduct charge following a public exposure incident. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said ICE took Igbojekwe into custody on October 1, following his arrest by local police on September 27. According to DHS, Igbojekwe pleaded guilty to the disorderly conduct charge. Following his conviction, ICE arrested…

…experienced, including inflation, hunger, unemployment, reduced purchasing power and insecurity. “No one-month palliative can buy the conscience of Nigerians. Nigerians are not for sale. You cannot buy their future with 30 days of cheaper fuel. “They have seen through this fraud. They know the difference between genuin…

…State West Africa Province (ISWAP) elements operating in the North-East. According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, military sources said that the suspect was arrested after troops uncovered an alleged attempt by him to bribe military personnel to secure the release of suspects arrested with suspected terrorist lo…

…Clapham, Bedfordshire, on Wednesday, October 7.He faces allegations under the National Security Act relating to conduct between November 26, 2024, and May 21, 2025. The charges concern allegedly "preparing to disclose protected information" and having "obtained, copied, recorded or retained protected information, inten…

…The government plans to establish a National Strategic Fuel Reserve to improve supply security and reduce the impact of global disruptions. Oyedele added, “Refined products will be released into the market under clear, published rules whenever a global disruption or hoarding threatens supply and price stability. “This…

…an interview with Channels TV, Bosso said that the kidnappers succumbed to pressure from security agencies who combed the forest during a rescue operation. "We responded swiftly to the distress call. This was a joint operation involving the Nigeria Police, the Nigeria Army, Navy, Air Force, DSS and Civil Defence Corps.…

…several suspected cultists, including some notorious figures, had been arrested, while security operatives were also tracking other suspects. The Commissioner has directed divisional and tactical teams across the state to intensify patrols, strengthen intelligence gathering and prevent planned cult clashes, initiations…

…collaboration between the initiative and the Armed Forces of Nigeria to enhance the security of schools across the country. Iliya made the call on Thursday when she paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General Olufemi Oluyede, at the Defence Headquarters, Abuja. The visit, according to a statement…

…victims were rescued on October 7, 2026, at Amakohia Ubi Village, Imo State, by a joint security teamPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over eight years of experience covering metro, government policy, and inte…

…to renewed concerns over tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz, with maritime security data indicating about a dozen tanker attacks recorded between September 28 and October 2.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram! Kpler data showed that traffic through the waterway ha…