Crime & Justice
Nigerian Army Explains Arrest of Amnesty International Reporter
The Nigerian Army has explained the reasons behind the arrest of an Amnesty International reporter, according to Daily Post Nigeria.
News
Elections
Amupitan: Nigerians to Decide 2027 Election Outcome, Not Algorithms
According to THISDAYLIVE, INEC chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has stated that algorithms will not determine the outcome of the 2027 general election.
Government
Lack of Master Design for Lagos-Calabar Highway Raises Concerns
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has revealed that the 750km Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway lacks a single comprehensive engineering design.
Politics
Fans Criticize Popular Plateau Gospel Artist for Calling Remi Tinubu ‘Mother of Poor’
Gospel artist Ezra Jinang, a Plateau-based musician and pastor, has faced backlash on social media for a new song that praises Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu, as 'Maman…
National
Morning Recap: Uncertainty for Pantami, Adebutu, and Gwarzo, Tope Alabi Threatens Lawsuit
In today's top news, Minister Pantami, businessman Adebutu, and ex-SEC Director Gwarzo face uncertain futures, while gospel singer Tope Alabi threatens legal action. Read more on EventsNigeria.
Crime & Justice
Nigerian Army Neutralises Six ISWAP Terrorists, Recovers Ammunition in Borno
The Nigerian Army has reportedly neutralised six ISWAP terrorists and recovered ammunition during an ambush in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Crime & Justice
Alleged Fraud: Blessing CEO Regains Freedom After Months in Kirikiri Prison
Blessing CEO, a self-proclaimed Nigerian relationship expert, has been released from prison after four months.
Ebola: Lagos Upgrades Isolation Centre in Response to Confirmed Case in Abuja
The Lagos State Government has stepped up preparations against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) following the confirmation of a case in Abuja. The state has upgraded its isolation centre…
Ex-Technical Aid Corps DG Osunyikanmi Passes Away at 55
Former Ondo State Commissioner for Education and ex-DG of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, Dr Pius Osunyikanmi, has passed away at the age of 55.
Local News
Tragedy on Lagos Road: Mother and Child Die in Container Truck Accident
A mother and her child died in a tragic accident involving two container trucks in Lagos, according to Vanguard News.
Crime & Justice
Police Successfully Rescue Kidnapped Teen in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a 15-year-old boy, Sumaila Muhammadu, from kidnappers. One suspect was neutralised during a gunfight on the Awe-Iwo Road.
Crime & Justice
Hunters Kill 14 Bandits in Bakori Attack, Two Residents Die
A violent confrontation between hunters and bandits in Bakori, Katsina State, has resulted in the death of 14 bandits and two residents. According to Premium Times Nigeria, one…
Crime & Justice
Army rescues five kidnapped women, arrests eight suspected bandits across Kebbi
Troops of the Nigerian Army have been active in Kebbi State, rescuing five women abducted by bandits and arresting eight suspected criminals.
Crime & Justice
FCT Police Arrest Tiler over Alleged Killing of Hotel Worker in Abuja
The FCT Police Command has apprehended a tiler, Samuel Net, in connection with the death of a hotel worker, Joseph Terdoo, in Abuja's Utako District.
Crime & Justice
NDLEA Arrests South African with Cocaine, Grandma with Cannabis
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 34-year-old South African woman, Qhina Beauty, with 36.65 kilograms of cocaine and a 62-year-old Nigerian-American grandmother,…