Month: July 2026
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Reform UK official faces criminal charges for disparaging social media remarks
Reform UK councillor Glenn Gibbins faces charges under the Communications Act 2003 for an offensive social media post regarding the Nigerian community.
APM Tells Government That Citizens Expect Democratic Benefits, Not Violence
The APM has criticized the ongoing state of national insecurity, urging leaders to focus on public welfare rather than violence following Governor Seyi Makinde's purchase of surveillance aircraft.
Northern Senators Decry Recent Violence in Benue and Kaduna, Support Federal Security Initiatives
Northern senators have denounced recent deadly attacks in Benue and Kaduna states while endorsing the federal government's plan to expand the Nigerian Army to combat insecurity.
Anambra authorities to audit hostels in Oko and Amaokpala following fatal building collapse
Anambra State is launching mandatory structural integrity tests for commercial buildings in Oko and Amaokpala following a fatal building collapse, with officials promising prosecution for those responsible.
Delta State Police Apprehend Seven Alleged Cult Members and Seize Weapons
Delta State police have arrested seven suspected cultists associated with the Maphite Confraternity in Issele-Uku, while a separate raid in Abraka led to the capture of a man with two locally made pistols.
Two Women Detained in Benue for Orchestrating Phony Kidnapping Scheme
Benue State police have arrested two women for staging a fake kidnapping to extort money from one of the suspect's mothers.
Wu Yize advances to Shanghai Masters quarter-finals for Shaun Murphy rematch
Wu Yize defeated Si Jiahui at the Shanghai Masters, setting up a quarter-final rematch against 2026 World Championship finalist Shaun Murphy.
Police drop investigation into Zack Polanski over social media post
The Metropolitan Police will not pursue charges against Green Party leader Zack Polanski for re-posting an image of a man in a controversial T-shirt, though the original incident remains under review by Avon and Somerset Police.
Osun State Government Secretary and Others Detained in Vote Buying Probe
Police in Osun State have arrested the Secretary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaye, and five others following a raid that uncovered millions of naira and election-related documents.
Jigawa State Establishes Panel for Tracking Transit Herders
Jigawa State has inaugurated a new committee to register transit herders, aiming to boost security and foster peaceful relations between farmers and pastoralists.