Month: July 2026
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Armed attackers abduct three siblings and seize deceased mother’s body in Benue
Armed gunmen kidnapped three siblings transporting their mother's body for burial in Benue State, taking both the children and the corpse into the bush.
University of Calabar Terminates Eight Employees and Disciplines Lecturer for Misconduct
The University of Calabar has dismissed eight employees and sanctioned a lecturer for offenses ranging from examination fraud to financial mismanagement.
Zamfara ADC Maintains Federal High Court Ruling Stands Firm
The Zamfara ADC asserts that a 2026 Federal High Court judgment remains in effect, rejecting claims against the current leadership elected through a legitimate party congress.
Kidnapping Trial: Victims Identify Accused and Detail Over N63 Million in Ransom Payments
Victims of a notorious kidnapping syndicate in Benin City have identified four suspects in court, detailing how they were forced to pay over N63 million in ransom and had millions in valuables stolen.
Peter Obi meets Isaac Fayose and addresses online critics
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi visited supporter Isaac Fayose in Abuja to show solidarity and dismiss the online attacks directed at him following a meeting with Seyi Tinubu.
Nigerian Armed Forces liberate 40 hostages and detain 20 suspects in national security sweep
Nigerian troops successfully rescued over 40 kidnapping victims and apprehended 20 suspected criminals during a week-long series of coordinated military operations across the country.
Two individuals imprisoned by Ekiti court for public nudity
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti sentenced two men to one month in prison for appearing naked in public and causing a disturbance.
Atiku Abubakar Calls for National Assembly Investigation into ₦210 Billion Budget Duplications
Atiku Abubakar is calling for a forensic audit of the 2026 budget after identifying over ₦210 billion in duplicated allocations, accusing the current administration of fiscal recklessness.
President Tinubu and VP Shettima Laud Wike for Rapid Development in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima have praised FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for the rapid transformation of Abuja, with calls for his tenure to be extended to complete ongoing projects.
Jigawa Governor Halts N1.3 Billion Gumel Hospital Renovation Project
Governor Umar Namadi has suspended the N1.3 billion renovation of Gumel General Hospital, citing poor performance and lack of progress by the contractor, Yasmeen Automobile Nigeria Limited.