…to combating cultism and other violent crimes across the state. "He warns criminal elements to desist from unlawful activities or face the full weight of the law. "He also urges members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to the Police to support ongoing efforts to rid Bayelsa State of c…

…kidnappers who abducted his brothers in 2019, saying he chose not to negotiate with criminals rather than encourage the growing menace of kidnapping for ransom.Lawal said his decision was based on his conviction that paying ransom only emboldens criminal groups to continue abducting innocent people.The governor disclos…

…The closed-door meeting, which lasted for over two hours, had in attendance the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.); Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede; Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Isa; and the Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lieute…

…moved the hearts of many after sharing how a road accident while returning from the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp left her with a spinal cord injury that changed her life forever. Her story, shared in an emotional TikTok video by a close friend, has quickly gone viral. Accident Changed Her Life S…

GistReel Geovany Quenda, Chelsea’s newest addition, aims to follow in Cristiano Ronaldo’s footsteps, leaving Sporting’s academy for the challenge and exposure of the Premier League. Quenda, who is sometimes compared stylistically to Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka, began his career with an anecdote that has since become par…

…that they could face arrest for renting properties to undocumented foreign nationals. According to Eye Witness News, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli made the call during a crime-fighting community imbizo held in Mzingazi in northern KZN, where thousands of community members gathered to discuss ideas to tackle crime o…

…and military personnel has rescued a kidnapped staff member of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and thwarted coordinated bandit attacks following separate operations in Gummi, Talata Mafara and Gusau Local Government Areas of Zamfara State. The spokesperson for the Zamfara State Police Command, DSP…

…Nigeria must now submit their applications directly to the Nigerian Embassy and its regional consulates following an immediate policy shift by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). The directive comes after the immigration authority officially disengaged Online Integrated Solution (OIS Services), the long-standing thi…

…According to law enforcement, the jubilation quickly spiraled into a confrontational situation as the Argentina supporters clashed with a group of Egyptian fans who were also present in the area. ​Authorities intervened to disperse the crowds, citing significant disruption to local traffic flow and a breach of public o…

…a ransom of N2m'' Edafe said The police spokesman said the suspect switched off his personal phone, making it difficult for the family to suspect his involvement in the abduction. The family reported the incident to the police despite threats from the k!dnappers that the child would be k!lled if law enforcement authori…

…investigators for a possible breach of political neutrality after U.S. President Donald Trump's involvement in striker Folarin Balogun's red card controversy. US President Donald Trump confirmed he intervened in FIFA's unprecedented decision to allow United States forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium on Mond…

…drawing sharp condemnations from various quarters over the weaponization of personal safety in political contests.In his statement, Atiku emphasized that safeguarding opposition figures is a fundamental constitutional duty of the state and a core measure of Nigeria's commitment to democratic principles. "Nothing must h…

…who is expected to leave this summer after their Premier League relegation. Turkish journalist Zeki Uzundurukan also reported that Trabzonspor see the 25-year-old as a possible replacement for fellow Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu, should he leave the club this summer Arokodare joined Wolves from KRC Genk last year…

…Court sitting in Maitama has remanded the former Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Danladi Umar, at the Kuje Correctional Center, pending the hearing of his bail application. Umar was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on a 4-count charge of conferring undue advantage on himself while ser…

…of Christians in Nigeria and argued that while the administration of US President Donald Trump made significant gains in degrading the capabilities of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), de@dly attacks linked to armed Fulani militants continue to claim lives, particularly in Nigeria's Middle…

…within the FCT. Wike dismissed the claim as entirely fabricated, stating that an internal review by his Chief Security Officer quickly established that the timeline provided by the accuser did not align with his son's verified travel records on the date in question.The FCT Minister revealed that he rejected backdoor ov…

…US Supreme Court for rehearing on Birthright citizenship United States President Donald Trump has announced plans to request that the US Supreme Court rehear a major immigration case after the court recently struck down his executive order aimed at ending automatic birthright citizenship. The high court rejected the ad…

…Thursday, July 9, 2026 brought to an end the court proceedings after six hearings. The final hearing attracted students and teachers from different schools, who gathered at the Brikama Magistrate's Court to witness the judgment and show solidarity with Mr. Jatta, the victim in the case. According to the case before the…

…Athletics confirmed that its suspension of Russian and Belarusian athletes, originally implemented in March 2022 following the invasion of Ukraine will remain firmly in place. World Athletics President Sebastian Coe stated that the governing body's Council has been methodical in reviewing the sanctions and identifying…

…home and rest” after the 2027 general election. Speaking in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Obi maintained that his interest in contesting the presidency is not driven by a desire for power but by his determination to see Nigeria function more effectively. He criticised the current administration, a…

…on social media after sharing a lighthearted piece of marriage advice based on her personal experience with her husband’s eating habits. In a post that has resonated with many married women, she jokingly advised wives never to allow their husbands to serve themselves soup, claiming it often leads to a significant reduc…

…the police officers, which led to Mba’s death, constituted a violation of his constitutionally guaranteed rights to dignity, personal liberty, and life as provided under Sections 35, 36, 37, and 41 of the 1999 Constitution. The suit sought declarations that the deceased was subjected to unlawful treatment inconsistent…

…The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has expressed solidarity with the National Association of Medical and Dental Academics, NAMDA, over its call to the Federal Government to quickly conclude negotiation with it over the implementation of the 2009 Agreement signed by university workers with the FG. This is just…

…has updated its travel frameworks to clarify the specific entry documentation international visitors need based on their nationality and mode of transport. The new guidelines divide global travelers into distinct categories, explicitly outlining who can enter the country visa-free, who needs electronic clearance, and w…

…and safeguards needed to make state police work. “If we do not have a strong national police force, it will be difficult to build 36 effective state police forces on the foundation of a weak national police,” she stated. Ukeje said few Nigerians still disputed the need to devolve policing because the current centralise…