Bandits repeatedly attacked security operatives across Lagos in 1997, targeting both officers on duty and the homes of senior military figuresIn February 1997 alone, police and soldiers lost their weapons in more than five separate incidents, with none of the arms recoveredAttackers raided the home of Colonel Olagunsoy…

…on the July 2021 raid on his home in Ibadan, claiming that Department of State Services (DSS) operatives shot and killed a cat during the operation after mistaking the animal for him.Igboho said he was inside the house the entire time and watched the operatives conduct their search without being detected.As reported by…

…Ogun and Lagos states. When our correspondent visited the scene on Tuesday morning, police officers and emergency responders were still conducting search-and-rescue operations amid fears that more occupants could be trapped beneath the rubble. Although the exact number of people in the building when it collapsed around…

…to Buy Agreement."Next, enter the details of the items to be financed.Attach valid invoices for all equipment and materials covered under the loan.Wait for funds to be disbursed directly to the vendor for purchasing the approved assets.NMFB or its agent will take delivery of the equipment and raw materials.Sign the "Mu…

Global oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday as renewed peace talks between the United States and Iran eased fears of prolonged supply disruptions in the Middle East, with Brent dropping below $84 per barrel after trading above $100 last week. Data from Oilprice.com showed that Brent, the global oil benchmark, declined fr…

The Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday remained silent on its compliance with the House of Representatives’ directive to produce the self-proclaimed Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, Adeyemi Adeniyi, before an investigative committee, as the deadline expires today. Multiple…

A former Inspector General of Police, Mike Okiro (retd.), and ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Lucky Irabor (retd.), on Tuesday blamed Nigeria’s worsening security challenges on inadequate funding, poor equipment and gaps in investment in the nation’s security architecture. They made the assertion while speaking at the F…

…their names beyond the grave. History, however, teaches a more modest lesson. Neither office nor reputation, neither wealth nor power, can suspend the relentless march of time. Every generation arrives, fulfils its appointed task, and quietly yields its place to another. It is therefore not with any presumption of immo…

US-based Nigerian correctional officer arrested for public intoxication in Texas A Texas Department of Criminal Justice correctional officer, Bashir Oladimeji Lawal, was arrested for alleged public intoxication. Lawal, who is assigned to the Wainwright Unit in Lovelady, was arrested on Sunday, July 26, 2026 by the Hunt…

…safety training and certification for facility managers, saying global best practice recognises a direct relationship between facility management, workplace safety and security. He stressed the need to protect workers engaged in high-risk activities, including painters, cleaners, technicians and contractors working on…

…also reported interventions in the education sector, including free school bus services for pupils, a school feeding programme in public primary schools, the distribution of free JAMB and GCE forms to indigent students, as well as summer coaching and vocational training programmes for youths. In the health sector, it s…

…as Gbadebo, told our correspondent that the perpetrators entered the premises unnoticed and fired shots into the air before making away with packs of PVCs kept close to the chairs of the INEC officials attending to prospective voters.

…playing a crucial role in his side’s two goals against Argentina in the last 16. The Albiceleste would then mount a trademark late comeback to win 3-2 after being 2-0 down, but not before Salah had announced to the world that he has plenty of gas left in the tank at the age of 34. Turkish outfit Besiktas are expected t…

Activist, Harrison Gwamnishu demands justice as in-laws allegedly harass 28-year-old widow eight days after husband's death Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has demanded justice for a 28-year-old widow, identified as Tosin, who is allegedly facing severe harassment and intimidation from her late husband's relat…

…the distribution of food items to vulnerable groups.Represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, the First Lady said the intervention reflects the Renewed Hope Initiative's commitment to supporting vulnerable Nigerians and ensuring children have the opportunity to grow, remain healthy and thrive.…

…France. The 32-year-old wife, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was reported to police by her husband and local prosecutors have now opened a criminal investigation. An investigating source said: "The woman was complaining about abdominal pain when they argued on Sunday. "The husband stayed behind when she was tak…

…concern that despite the presence of security agencies, including the military, police, Mobile Police and Agro-Rangers, the attacks persisted. "I do not know whether the security personnel on the ground are not enough. There should be a deliberate effort by the government to enforce the Anti-Open Grazing Prohibition an…

…an interesting turn when the woman who usually cooked for everyone sent a 10-minute voice note explaining that she had never experienced any of those activities because she was always busy making food for the family whenever they went out. Following her revelation, the family reportedly decided that cooks would be hire…

…racketeering, s£x trafficking and human trafficking claims against Ventura with prejudice, according to legal documents reviewed by the Daily Mail. Howard filed the lawsuit last year, alleging misconduct by Ventura during his employment with her and Diddy. He alleged that Ventura "directly solicited" him to travel acro…

…shoot wife and two others in Nasarawa A serving Nigerian military intelligence officer Colonel Abdussalam A. Ude, has been shot d3ad after reportedly resisting armed men who attempted to abduct him at his residence in the Badna, New Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The senior officer, who hailed from Igbo-…

…Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has reaffirmed its support for the establishment of state police, insisting that any such arrangement must reflect the principles of true federalism rather than what it described as a “federal-controlled state police.” The group also reiterated its position that Nigeria’s presidency should re…

…what we have promised, capturing what we have delivered, and ensuring that the voices of the people are young people, and none of them will be fooled by the data as chips. “The African Union presents a single scope-based measurement tool that provides a comprehensive view of youth work opportunities and employment with…

…remain important during supply shortages or market disruptions to prevent scarcity and price spikes. He recommended the creation of a strategic petroleum reserve capable of sustaining at least 60 days of national fuel consumption to protect the country against global supply shocks. While supporting government’s efforts…

…that had been circulating for several days. Chaabani won the African Champions League twice and five Tunisian league titles with Esperance Tunis and has also coached in Egypt and then in Morocco, where he won the league title with RS Berkane. Berkane had already said Chaabani was taking over Tunisia. The 45-year-old Tu…

…and Middle Belt Leaders Forum on Tuesday endorsed the proposed establishment of state police but insisted that governors must have full constitutional powers to appoint and remove state Commissioners of Police, just as the President exercises authority over the Inspector-General of Police. The forum, comprising promine…