Protest Rocks Ibadan Over Abduction of Pupils, Teachers
The protesters are demanding urgent government action to secure the safe return of the recently abducted pupils and teachers in the state. Civil society groups are staging a protest…
US-Nigeria air strike kills ‘21 ISWAP fighters’ in Borno
The Nigerian military in collaboration with the United States Africa Command (US-Africom) reportedly killed 21 Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in an air strike in Arege, Kukawa…
NUT declares indefinite strike in Oyo over abducted teachers, schoolchildren
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has declared an indefinite strike in Oyo state, demanding urgent rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire LGA by suspected bandits on…
US commits $3.5m to monitor Nigeria’s religious violence
The United States Department of State has announced a $3.5m (approximately N5bn) funding opportunity aimed at improving the documentation and reporting of religious freedom abuses in Nigeria. The initiative,…
DSS Nabs Five Suspects Linked To Papiri School Kidnap In Niger State
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested five persons, including two Nigeriens, suspected to be arms couriers to gunmen who, on November 21, 2025, attacked St Mary’s Catholic…
Oyo Abduction: Tinubu Approves Recruitment Of 1,000 Forest Guards
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of 1,000 forest guards and the deployment of a special rescue team following the abduction of teachers and students in Oyo State.…
Many Feared Dead, Scores Missing As Suspected Bandits Attack Katsina Village
Fear and grief have engulfed Kiliya village in Dutsinma Local Government Area of Katsina State following a deadly attack by suspected bandits that left at least 16 people feared…
How retired General, Wife were abducted in broad daylight
Bandits operating along Matazu axis of Katsina State have abducted Major General Rabe Abubakar (rtd) and his wife. According to a security source, Abubakar, who was Director of Defence…
BREAKING: Gunmen attack checkpoint, kill DSS operatives, civilians in Imo
A deadly attack on Abacheke community in Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo State on Saturday by suspected gunmen, has led to the death of at least five persons.…
US Military Strikes Gambia-Flagged Ship Violating Iran Blockade
The US military said Saturday it had disabled a Gambia-flagged cargo vessel attempting to sail to an Iranian port by launching a missile into its engine room. US Central…
Obi secures NDC presidential ticket, names Kwankwaso as running mate
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has ratified Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra state, as its presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. The party took the decision at its…
Three arrested for beating student to death in Imo
The Imo State Police Command has arrested three students of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, in connection with the alleged murder of a 21-year-old undergraduate, Chinedu…
Cholera kills 37 in Borno
A cholera outbreak has resulted in the death of at least 37 people in Borno State, the state government has said. According to the Executive Secretary of the Borno…
Nigerian priest convicted in US over sexuall exploitations
Anthony Odiong, a Catholic priest, has been convicted by a jury in Texas, United States, for sexually assaulting women who sought spiritual guidance. According to The Guardian, the jury…
US threatens renewed war as Iran deal remains elusive
The United States warned on Saturday it was “more than capable” of resuming war with Iran after President Donald Trump said any peace deal must adhere to his red…




















