News
The National Human Rights Commission’s latest monthly report paints a grim picture of Nigeria's security landscape, documenting 390 killings, 202 kidnappings, and more than 268,000 formal complaints, prompting urgent calls from human rights officials for immediate judicial and security interventions.
Jun 16, 2026
News
President Bola Tinubu has approved the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards for Katsina State to strengthen rural defense lines, as Governor Dikko Radda enlists the help of local Islamic clerics to help expose internal informants and disrupt the supply chains feeding banditry and kidnapping networks.
Jun 16, 2026
Politics
Appeal Court halts deregistration of ADC, Accord and three other parties, ordering a stay of execution pending further legal proceedings.
Jun 16, 2026
Politics
The Osun State chapter of the Accord Party has reportedly declared support for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid, sparking fresh political realignments in the state. The development has stirred mixed reactions ahead of the keenly anticipated polls.
Jun 16, 2026
News
The Kano State Government has launched a probe into the theft of N500 million worth of nutritional supplements meant for malnourished children. Officials condemned the act as heartless and vowed to prosecute those responsible as outrage grows across the state.
Jun 16, 2026
News
President Bola Tinubu has commended Nigerian troops for neutralising notorious bandit kingpin Ibrahim Bastuji in a coordinated military operation. He praised the military's gallantry and vowed to sustain the onslaught against banditry and terrorism nationwide
Jun 16, 2026
Security
The Inspector-General of Police has assured officers that the proposed state police will not replace the Federal Police but will complement it. He allayed fears over job security, stressing both tiers will work in synergy to tackle Nigeria's growing insecurity.
Jun 16, 2026
News
Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule has installed former Chief Judge, Justice Suleiman Alaku, as the new Aren Eggon. Sule charged the new paramount ruler to promote peace, unity, and development in Eggon land, expressing confidence in his integrity and wealth of experience.
Jun 16, 2026
News
The SDP presidential candidate has faulted INEC's deregistration of ADC and Accord Party, describing it as a threat to democracy. He offered free legal assistance to the affected parties and vowed to fight the decision in court to protect Nigeria's multi-party system
Jun 16, 2026
News
Anambra State Police Command has launched a crackdown on unregistered, covered, and tinted number plates across the state. CP Aderemi Adejobi warns motorists to comply or face arrest, saying criminals use concealed plates to evade justice. Operation Clean Plate covers all 21 LGAs.
Jun 16, 2026
News
Reno Omokri has defended his criticism of Davido's "Bring Them Home" jacket, saying the Afrobeats star's gesture is performative activism. Omokri insists he's not against Davido but against celebrities turning Nigeria's kidnapping crisis into fashion statements. The debate has reignited conversations about celebrity activism in Nigeria.
Jun 16, 2026
News
The Senate has rejected Adams Oshiomhole’s allegation that lawmakers’ signatures were forged on the report that led to Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension, insisting the disciplinary process followed due procedure.
Jun 16, 2026