Bandit Attacks Force Kwara Community to Flee Homes
Residents of Omugo Community in Ifelodun Local Government Area, Kwara State, have fled their homes following repeated attacks by suspected bandits, leaving the once-busy settlement largely deserted. The latest incident involved an attack on an Evangelical Church Winning All worship centre in the area via Oro-Ago, during which eight worshippers, including the pastor’s wife, were […]
Troops Repel Midnight Terrorist Attack in Konduga
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled a midnight attack by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province and Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad insurgents in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State following a gun battle with advancing fighters. Security sources said the incident occurred around 1:40 a.m. on March 28, 2026, at Ajilari Cross, […]
NDLEA Seizes Cocaine Hidden in Stockfish
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted 5.8 kilograms of cocaine concealed inside heads of imported dry stockfish, popularly known as “okporoko,” in Lagos. The agency said the consignment, believed to be part of a transnational trafficking network targeting Delhi, was recovered during a sting operation by its Murtala Muhammed International Airport […]
Troops Neutralise 38 ISWAP Fighters in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised 38 fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province following an attack on a military position in Borno State, the military said on Saturday. In a statement, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North East, Sani Uba, said the terrorists launched an assault on the […]
Mobile Phone Stolen from Lawmaker Amid Funeral Crowd
A thief reportedly stole a mobile phone belonging to Amobi Ogah, member representing Umunneochi/Isuikwuato Federal Constituency, during a state funeral in Umuahia, Abia State. The incident occurred on Thursday at the International Conference Centre (ICC), where the state government held a burial ceremony for the late Evangelist Rev Uma Ukpai. Reports indicated that the thief […]
EFCC Denies Link to Kwara Polytechnic Protest
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied any involvement in a recent protest at Kwara State Polytechnic, stating that its operation in Ilorin was unrelated to the institution. In a statement on its official X handle, the commission said operatives from its Ilorin Zonal Directorate conducted a sting operation on March 24, 2026, […]
Kano Woman Dies After Delivering Quintuplets
A woman who recently gave birth to quintuplets at Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital has died due to complications following the delivery, the Kano State Ministry of Health has confirmed. The deceased, Hafsatu Yusuf, died around 2 a.m. on Thursday after experiencing persistent bleeding shortly after giving birth to the five babies—three boys and two girls—according […]
EFCC Investigates Eight Suspected Oil Thieves in Rivers
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into eight suspected oil thieves in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, following their arrest by the Nigerian Navy. The suspects were handed over to the EFCC by the Nigerian Navy Ship Pathfinder on March 23, 2026, the Commission said in a post on its official […]
Communal Clash in Kebbi Kills Three, Displaces Residents
At least three people have been killed and several others displaced following a communal clash between Hausa and Fulani residents in the Alwasa community of Argungu Local Government Area, Kebbi State. Reports indicate the incident began with a dispute between youths from both groups over reckless motorcycle riding, which quickly escalated into violence. Sources said […]
Gunmen Kill Two in Plateau Community Attack
Suspected armed bandits on Tuesday night attacked Rim community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing two residents and injuring several others in a late-night assault that lasted about 30 minutes. Residents said the gunmen stormed the village at about 10:30 p.m., opening sporadic fire after most people had gone to bed. The […]
