…Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the African Union Counter-Terrorism Centre have warned that terrorist groups are increasingly exploiting social media, cryptocurrencies and emerging technologies to recruit members, conceal funds and coordinate attacks across West Africa and the Sahel. They raised the alarm in Abuja o…

…extent of the pollution and its potential public health effects. He said, “Shortly afterwards, concerns about pollution were raised. What we are trying to do is make a heuristic assessment of the level of public health impact and determine how we can embark on decontamination efforts because the surrounding area is sur…

…women are down with cancer too. We want justice, and we must get justice,” she said. Warda Nebani Beryamon, a former youth leader in Ikarama Community, Bayelsa State, also described the level of oil pollution in the area as alarming. Beryamon claimed that Ikarama had recorded numerous oil spills and expressed concern o…

…Officers also found her 13-year-old twin brother alive in the house. According to a warrant obtained by The News & Observer, the boy lacked proper nutrition, clothing and sanitary living conditions. He reportedly suffered serious psychological harm. Police records also indicated that concerned neighbours had requested…

…Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project against the N100m defamation judgment awarded against it by the Federal Capital Territory High Court. A three-member panel presided over by Justice Danlami Senchi reserved judgment on Tuesday after hearing arguments from SERAP’s counsel, Tayo Oyetibo, SAN, and counsel fo…

…border, in an attempt to evade arrest. He was found in possession of a fake police warrant card and a complete police uniform,” the statement said. The police added that further investigation revealed that the suspect’s real identity was Habila Ibrahim, reportedly from Blue House, Kasuwan Gada, Vimtim, Mubi North Local…

…about the prevalence of fake medication in Nigeria. Mahmdu Ribadu took to X to issue a warning after a conversation he claims he had with a medical doctor. He wrote: "I know fake drugs in Nigeria is a problem, but what I heard today from a very reliable doctor, really scared me and made me sad. They found fake chemothe…

…several vehicles around the Sango area of the same local government before proceeding towards Agodi Gardens, where the trailer reportedly rammed into a motorcycle carrying the corps member, k!lling the victim on the spot. An eyewitness, who spoke to punch on condition of anonymity because he was not permitted to speak…

…to pull her away, Grgurovic said. Young reportedly pushed Day before walking away toward a nearby gas station across the street, authorities said. Day, who was born male but identifies as a woman, told her wife she didn't want "bullies" to get away with making fun of her gender, before following Young across the street…

The Osun State Police Command has organised a mental health awareness lecture for its officers to promote psychological well-being, emotional resilience and effective service delivery. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, to commemorate W…

…Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists during a failed attack on their Forward Operating Base, FOB, in Garaha, Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. This was disclosed in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in Lake Chad region. Makama, citing security sources s…

​NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander, General Alexus Grynkewich has warned against any aggression targeting member states, declaring that the alliance is ready for combat. “If attacked, we are ready to fight tonight,” the American general ​stated on Monday in Poland. “We know how we will fight if a fight comes to us. And w…

…complex. “This is the single largest expansion of our sanctions list since Russia’s war started…making it harder, slower, and more expensive for Russia to produce weapons it uses to kill Ukrainians,” she said. ​The latest action affects more than half the production chain for ballistic missiles​, cooperation with North…

…indicated that law enforcement authorities arrested Okorocha after obtaining a bench warrant. The police were said to have obtained the bench warrant following Okorocha’s alleged failure to honour invitations for interrogation. The matter reportedly concerns an alleged dispute over the All Progressives Congress, APC, s…

…at the post-match briefing. Meanwhile, Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie has warned Eguavoen’s side against underestimating Comoros. The Brighton shot-stopper insisted that the Falcons are “not done yet” as Nigeria guard against complacency. A win for Nigeria against Comoros would set up a March 2027 showdown…

…items were a bottle of oil, two pairs of shoes, three pairs of bathroom slippers, a head warmer, three packs of cigarettes, suspected illicit drugs, charms, a bucket and clothing materials. Anyanwu said the rescued victim had been taken to a hospital for medical attention and was confirmed to be in stable condition. He…

…at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Monday commenced a 72-hour warning strike following the alleged stabbing of a medical laboratory scientist, Lawal Toheeb Olasunkanmi, by a patient’s relative at the hospital on Sunday night. The strike was announced in a protest letter dated October 12 and address…

…Saudi-led military coalition said it had intercepted a missile fired by the Houthis towards Riyadh. Saudi Arabia has recently come under a series of attacks from the Iran-backed group, including strikes on oil facilities, tankers and transport hubs — including a string of lethal hits on Riyadh’s international airport.…

…public distress, on 11/10/2026 at about 2010hrs, a 20 years old male, resident of Rahama Ward, Toro LGA, reported at Rahama Police Outstation under Rishi Division that one Mohammed Sani Abubakar 'M' 30 years old of the same address had lured him to his house on the pretext of delivering a message, accused him of entici…

…the programme in 2026.Nigerian graduate who never failed a course wins 2 nursing awards. Photo won best student in two specialisationsBeyond her impressive CGPA, Faridah walked away from Fountain University with two plaques recognising her as the best student in her cohort across two fields.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking…

…to anyone with useful information that could help secure the family’s release to come forward. In a statement he personally signed and made available to reporters in Kaduna on Monday, the senator raised the alarm over insecurity in the state, noting that the security of lives and property was of utmost importance. He a…

MTN Nigeria launched the Zigi Rewards campaign, giving customers a chance to win cash prizesWinners span multiple states, with prizes ranging from N5,000 to N500,000 already paid out to teachersCustomers can join the campaign via WhatsApp, the myMTN NG app or other supported platformsPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a p…

…of a member of the House of Representatives, Jafaru Mohammed Ali, who represents Agwara/Borgu Federal Constituency, killing four military personnel and injuring four DSS operatives. According to BBB, the group intended to kidnap the lawmaker and use him to negotiate the release of Muhammad, Abbas and other detained mem…

…the remaining 12 of us were taken captive. From there, our ordeal began. We were taken towards Okene in Kogi State, trekking through the Savannah for days. We slept on the bare ground and rocks exposed to the weather, with little food and no idea what would happen to us next. We were later moved to a mountain, where we…

…terrorist threats, protect vulnerable communities and consolidate ongoing efforts towards restoring lasting peace and stability in the region."