The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the death of 10 police officers and two civilians following a fierce gun battle with suspected bandits along the Rafin Makuku axis of Sakaba Local Government Area of the state. The command also confirmed that at least 17 suspected bandits were neutralised during the encounte…

…to the Force spokesperson, the retreat will serve as a strategic platform for senior command officers, security experts, and key stakeholders to evaluate emerging security threats and formulate actionable operational strategies for safe, peaceful and credible elections. The statement partly read, “Deliberations will fo…

…her status as one of Nollywood's most respected veteran actresses. Over the years, her commanding screen presence, distinctive voice, and ability to bring depth to villain roles earned her both criticism and admiration from fans across Africa and beyond. With decades in the industry, she remains one of Nollywood's most…

…goodness of the Lord when you were thinking he is from your village? 'Chineke Daalu na mmadu abu Chi.' by Linda Ikeji at 11/08/2026 12:33 PM | Share this Story

…Service’s digital transformation, with the system being rolled out across Customs commands as part of efforts to automate and modernise customs operations. The AfCFTA Secretary-General, Wamkele Mene, had said the Nigerian experience demonstrated how technology could transform customs administration. According to Mene,…

Judy Austin drags her ex-husband, Emmanuel Obasi, to court, demands N1bn in damages Actress Judy Austin has dragged her ex-husband, Emmanuel Obasi, to court over alleged defamatory statements he made against her.In a Writ of Summons filed before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Judicial Division,…

…said. Gunmen suspected to be Ansaru terrorists had, on May 15, invaded Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery/Primary School and L.A. Primary School in Oriire, abducting 39 pupils and seven teachers. Two of the victims were killed before the remaining captives regained their freedom on July 10 following a military o…

…the government", he said. When contacted, the spokesperson for the Niger State Police Command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, said the drivers had reopened the road after the military intervention. He, however, said he was yet to receive information on fresh kidnappings after the road was opened for movement but promised to revert…

…officials received intelligence about a potential Iranian assassination threat. The commander-in-chief was on his way back from a NATO summit in Turkey when he was bundled off the jet and boarded onto a separate military plane, The New York Times reports. Trump had traveled to Turkey aboard a new 747-8 donated by Qatar…

…and we couldn't revive her because we met her d3ad or unconscious," he stated. The commander added that one of the suspected kidnappers had been tracked to Oyo State, with arrangements ongoing with sister security agencies to apprehend the suspect and bring him to justice. In another operation in the Ore axis of Odigbo…

…accounts,” the PPRO said. Abutu stated that the Commissioner of Police, Ekiti State Command, Michael Falade, had directed that the investigation be intensified with a view to identifying other members of the syndicate and establishing the full extent of their criminal activities. “The CP enjoins members of the public t…

…Kebbi community, recover communication equipment Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled an attempt by the Lakurawa Terrorist Group (LTG) to attack a community in Dandi Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The troops, deployed for counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations in the state, acted on cr…

…eight refrigerators, sells three to scrap dealer in Niger State The Niger State Police Command has arrested a suspect, Elijah Ahmed, for stealing eight refrigerators in a hotel where he works. The spokesperson for the command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement at the weekend said five of the stolen re…

…that the complainant "feels numb when she thinks back to how she felt at the time". Summarising the statement, Miss Pritchard added: "She felt scared of the world after it happened and felt overwhelmed. When she has flashbacks she sees his face and what happened. She feels like she can't trust anyone." Defence barriste…

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA under the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army have engaged more than 200 suspected bandits in a fierce battle along the Kebbi-Zamfara border. The bandits, who were reportedly mobilised on motorcycles, were allegedly advancing towards communities in Kebbi State when the troops moved to inter…

…towards the team before his personal success, as he always thinks of his teammates. His conduct, abilities and personality make him the most complete striker of his generation," Dreesen said.Kane's Ballon d'Or contention growsKane's individual honours continue to pile up despite some heartbreak on the team stage. He mi…

…with operatives of the Department of State Services, have arrested a suspected commander of a kidnapping syndicate and recovered four AK-47 rifles, seven magazines and 133 rounds of ammunition from a forest hideout in Enugu State. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Acting Deputy Direct…

…and useless" - Suspect reveals why he k!lled man in Ghana The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two brothers in connection with the k!lling of a 54-year-old man and the injury of his wife at Beach Drive Estate, Tuba, near Weija, Ghana. The suspects, identified as Adams Adder Almeida and his brother, Bala Bilyo…

…Abere and Aondowase claimed they were volunteers attached to the BSCPG Gwer East Command. They said they were on duty under the supervision of the Ward Commander, Mr. Tiletswen. The suspects alleged that earlier that morning, Mr. Tiletswen and one Mr. Ipker instructed them to invite the woman to their office regarding…

…Law School student who jumped from four-storey hostel building The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the d3ath of a 23-year-old student of the Nigerian Law School, Faith Ajoke Alayande, who d!ed after allegedly jumping from the rooftop of a four-storey hostel building at the institution's campus in Victoria Isla…

…for that unity to be honoured now, for leadership that serves football, not seeks to command it." by Linda Ikeji at 10/08/2026 1:33 PM | Share this Story

The operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested one Kehinde Makinde popularly known as Pastor Kenny in Ibadan, Oyo State for allegedly obtaining ₦2.5 million from 18 fellowship members in Saje, Adatan, under the false pretence of organising a government-sponsored pilgrimage to Jerusalem and promising each…

…it, medical reports," she said. The US Army member said she had reached out to her commanders and Senator Amy Klobuchar, but was told that the visa process was progressing as planned. Appealing directly to Trump, she pleaded for her daughter to be granted a visa on humanitarian grounds. "Please, Mr President, help me r…

…on to make nearly 200 appearances during four-and-a-half seasons at St James’ Park. A commanding presence in midfield, he played a pivotal role in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumph in 2025 and helped the club secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League across two seasons. Guimarães admitted that leaving Newcastle…

…farmers are not given adequate support.The latest price decline therefore presents a dilemma for policymakers: consumers are benefiting from cheaper rice, but domestic farmers and millers say they are struggling to survive under the same market conditions.Dealers crash rice price by N20,000 per bagLegit.ng earlier repo…