Yoruba Monarchs Activate Traditional Security Measures Amid Bandit Influx

Yoruba Monarchs Strengthen Traditional Security Against Bandits Faced with the increasing infiltration of bandits, Boko Haram, and ISWAP members in the South-West, Yoruba traditional rulers have activated ancestral security methods to protect their territories. Determined to prevent the region from becoming a safe haven for criminal elements, the monarchs are working closely with local authorities […]

Tragedy in Ebonyi: Suspected Herdsmen Attack Amegu Nkalaha Community, Leaving Scores Dead

Suspected Herdsmen Attack Ebonyi Community, Leaving Many Dead and Injured Horrific Attack in Amegu Nkalaha Reports from Ebonyi State indicate that suspected herdsmen invaded Amegu Nkalaha Community in Ishielu Local Government Area, resulting in multiple deaths and severe injuries. Many residents fled for safety while others sustained varying degrees of wounds. According to eyewitnesses, the […]

Gunmen Abduct Family of Three in Kwara State

Unidentified gunmen invaded the home of Alhaji Moshood on Saturday night in Owoyale Agbamu, located along the Oro-Agbamu Road in Ajase Ward 2, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. During the attack, the assailants abducted him, his wife, and his brother. The shocking incident was widely shared on social media, with community members calling […]

FCT Police Begin Enforcement of Mandatory Third-Party Motor Vehicle Insurance

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has officially commenced the enforcement of mandatory Third-Party Motor Vehicle Insurance in compliance with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun. The implementation took effect on February 1, 2025. According to the police, all vehicle owners in the FCT are required to carry a valid Third-Party […]

Chadian Terror Suspect’s Wife Reveals Husband’s Hidden Life

Shocking Revelation as Wife of Wanted Chadian Terrorist Speaks Out A woman has come forward with a startling revelation about her husband, Ahmad Adam Abba, a suspected Chadian terrorist, claiming she was unaware of his criminal activities throughout their marriage. The Kano State Police Command recently paraded her alongside two of her husband’s associates at […]

Tackling Herdsmen/Farmers’ Clashes: A Key Challenge for Ivo — Ajah, Council Chairman

Chief Emmanuel Ajah, currently serving his second term as chairman of Ivo Local Government Area (LGA) in Ebonyi State, shares the challenges of administering the council and highlights key achievements in his tenure. The Challenge of Insecurity in Ivo LGAInsecurity has been the most significant challenge for Ivo LGA, primarily due to illiteracy. When Chief […]

EFCC Arraigns 11 Chinese and Filipino Nationals Over Internet Fraud Allegations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against 11 Chinese nationals and one Filipino over alleged involvement in internet fraud, including cryptocurrency investment scams and romance scams. The suspects were arraigned before Justice D.I. Dipeolu at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. Details of the Arraignment The individuals, alongside Genting International […]

Oil Theft in the Creek: Security Forces Involved in Illegal Bunkering Operations

Crude oil theft remains a significant issue in Nigeria, with security operatives—who are supposed to prevent the crime—reportedly facilitating and profiting from the illegal trade. Investigations reveal that oil thieves pay levies to build refining camps and receive protection, while armed personnel escort stolen crude shipments under the cover of night. Despite the efforts of […]

Nigeria Customs Seize Smuggled Fuel in Adamawa, Auctions It at N630 Per Litre

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has successfully intercepted 199,495 litres of smuggled fuel in Adamawa State, auctioning it to local residents at a price of N630 per litre at selected filling stations. This operation is part of NCS’s ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and protect Nigeria’s economy. The seized fuel, with a Duty Paid Value […]

Nigeria Immigration Intercepts 21 Minors at Niger Border Over Suspected Trafficking

Nigerian Immigration intercepts 21 suspected minors at the Nigeria-Niger border. Officials suspect human trafficking and have handed them over to NAPTIP for investigation. 21 Suspected Minors Without Travel Documents Stopped at Nigeria-Niger Border The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has intercepted 21 minors suspected to be potential victims of human trafficking near the Nigeria-Niger Republic border […]

Hunters Declare Umuahia Forests Free from Criminal Activities

The Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Services (NHFSS) in Abia State have successfully cleared the forests in Umuahia of criminal elements, ensuring a safer environment for residents and farmers. This was disclosed by the state leader of NHFSS, Sunday Chukwudiegwu Mmeribe. Community Support in Crime Prevention Mmeribe revealed that the hunters relied on intelligence gathered […]

Trial of Terror Suspects: How the Nigerian Government Mishandled the Prosecution of 888 Terror Suspects

Overview of Nigeria’s Counter-Terrorism Trials Between 2017 and 2024, the Nigerian Federal Government, through the National Counter-Terrorism Centre, concluded 1,743 terrorism-related trials. However, despite these efforts, a significant number of suspects walked free due to inadequate evidence. The Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation, Mohammed Babadoko, revealed that out of these cases:✅ 742 convictions […]

Court Adjourns N2.6bn Case Against NDIC Over Illegal Sale of Shares – May 5th Hearing Set

Makurdi – The Federal High Court in Makurdi, under the leadership of Justice Rafael Egbe, has scheduled the next hearing for May 5th in a N2.6 billion lawsuit filed by the Benue State Investment and Property Company (BIPC) against the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC). This suit centers around the alleged illegal sale of shares […]