Bandits reportedly intercepted a vehicle conveying passengers returning from Sokoto city and fatally shot all the occupants in the vehicle. The incident occurred along the road to Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. This was disclosed by Bakatsine, a conflict reporter covering northwestern Nigeria. Bakatsine sai…
Eight residents, including a mother and her children, who were abducted in Kaduna State, have passed away after six months in captivity. Bandits stormed Awon village in Kachi Local Government Area of Southern Kaduna on April 20, 2026, abducting 11 residents. Their abductors initially demanded N300 million ransom and 23…
A Nigerian pastor, Alozie Francis has mourned a close friend who died in a motor accident alongside his wife and their 18-year-old son. The deceased, Mr Ibe Ogbuji, Njideka Ogbuji and Great Ibe Ogbuji, lost their lives in the auto crash which occurred on July 7, 2026. They will be buried on Friday, 13th November 2026 i…
An elderly man has confused viewers with the reason he gave for his choice of candidate in the coming general elections. While giving his opinion to an interviewer, the elderly man stated that he will vote for the current administration to continue for a second term. He explained that he is doing this because Nigerians…
Kim Kardashian celebrated her 46th birthday with a family dinner at Baldi, located at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. The celebration brought together her mother, Kris Jenner, and sisters Kylie Jenner, Khloé Kardashian and Kourtney Kardashian. Her brother, Rob Kardashian, also joined the family, making a rare public…
The Central East Regional Police Command has arrested two Nigerians in connection with the alleged murder of an 11-year-old girl, Blessing Innocent, at Gomoa Buduburam in the Central Region. The suspects have been identified as Kingsley Ozor, 40, an autobody sprayer, and his 19-year-old apprentice, Jeffery Otaigbe. The…
Embattled U.S. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has responded to allegations that she married her brother, saying she has no knowledge that the claim is true. "Not to my knowledge," Omar said when asked by MS NOW host Chris Hayes whether there was any "weird kernel of truth" to the allegation during an interview. The question …
…citizens have been detained for not adhering to these regulations, including taking photos of government buildings, airports, and impact sites. Visitors and residents are subject to local laws while in Saudi Arabia.” The alert further outlined travel restrictions affecting US government employees in the kingdom. “U.S.…
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers, recovered firearms, N5.52m and other items during an operation aimed at tackling kidnapping and other criminal activities in the state. The spokesperson for the command, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, Octo…
Former Nigerian football star Emmanuel Emenike has publicly condemned the Imo State Police Command and the state waste management agency after officials allegedly invaded his hospital in Owerri, assaulted staff and patients, and detained two employees. In a series of posts shared online, Emenike detailed two separate i…
A Nigerian lady, Uduak, has recounted her terrifying ordeal on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, detailing how a group of dispatch riders rescued her from knife-wielding touts after her car broke down. In a viral video, Uduak explained that she was driving along the busy bridge when a loud noise signaled that two nai…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with sexual assault and defilement of minors. The Commissioner of Police, CP Patrick Daaor, disclosed this on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 while briefing newsmen on its recent crime-fighting successes involving cases of murder, defilement, cultism, r…
An Akwa Ibom woman, Hanson Cooler, has placed curses on family members who have caused her immense "pain, stress, and discomfort" because they view her marriage to a white man as a source of income and believe she should be taking care of them and their families. "To every FAMILY MEMBER who has put me in so much stress…
About 10 youths lost their lives after a boat reportedly capsized following an alleged confrontation between locals and men in military uniform over an oil spill at Oil Mining Lease (OML-55) in Kula, Akuku Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State. The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. It was gathered th…
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has raised an urgent alarm over the reported disappearance of popular Lagos-based fashion entrepreneur Evelyn Onyema, widely known as "44 Clothing." In a video broadcast shared online, Gwamnishu revealed that Evelyn has been missing for over 48 hours, with her mobile phones rema…
…Matt Odom, who worked with Stuckey for more than 12 years shooting album covers and photoshoots, remembered him as quick-witted, funny and consistently positive. "A lot of times people become victims to their condition, but Joey never let that hold him down," Odom said. "He always wore a smile."Former Macon Mayor Rober…
A Florida man who spent a decade behind bars for robbing banks while disguised as an elderly person has been arrested for allegedly committing the same crime 10 years later. David Sartin, Jr., 40, was nabbed by the feds for allegedly robbing two Sunshine State banks this year while wearing a prosthetic "old man" mask, …
A viral video showcasing a Nigerian driver's extreme-and hilarious-car security measures has left social media users in stitches. The footage captures a car owner securing his vehicle by wrapping heavy-duty chains and padlocks directly through the wheel spokes. Netizens have flooded the comment section with jokes, with…
…has celebrated a man who rescued her from a burning car while onlookers stood by taking photos. Marking nine years since the incident, she shared that her saviour, Auka Yamo, is her real-life hero. According to her, Yamo, a complete stranger, not only risked his life to pull her out from the burning car, he carried her…
Popular Kenyan comedian and musician Stevo Simple Boy has announced his separation from his girlfriend, Brenda, after a DNA test reportedly revealed that he is not the biological father of the child he believed was his. Stevo confirmed the breakup in an official statement, explaining that the DNA test results had been …
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a 57-year-old Abuja-based businessman, Innocent Ezuma, over allegations of defrauding a Ukrainian investor of more than $120 million. Ezuma was arrested at his residence in Abuja on Monday, October 19, and remained in EFCC custody as of Tuesday, October 2…
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old woman with Colorado and Methamphetamine, popularly known as Ice. The spokesperson for the command, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement on October 20, 2026. According to the PPRO, the suspect identified as Sara Chikodi, was arrested at Bayan Gari follo…
A Kaduna cleric, Rev. Andrew Duniya, his wife, Mrs. Jemimah Andrew, and their daughter have regained freedom after five months in captivity. Bandits invaded Gidan Ali community, Ikulu Chiefdom, Zango Kataf Local Government Area on Sunday 26th April, 2026, and abducted the family members. The kidnappers allegedly demand…
…coordinated rescue operations after arriving at the scene. Scene of the incident. Photos: LASEMA He noted that despite efforts by the emergency responders, the toddler could not be recovered from the well. The PS attributed the difficulty to the high volume of water and thick mud at the bottom of the well, which hamper…
From left: Omolara Banjoko, Marketing Manager, Peak Milk; Mrs. Adegbenro Kudirat, Officer, Lagos State Education District 1, Agege; students of Dairy Farm Senior Secondary School, Agege; Mr. Akinola Oluwatobi Kazeem of Dairy Farm Senior Secondary School, Agege (Grand Prize Winner of the Peak Milk School Challenge) ; Dr…