Armed assailants kidnap principal and students at Kogi school during NECO exam
Gunmen raided a Kogi State secondary school on Tuesday, abducting the principal, four students, and a NECO official during an ongoing examination.
July 15, 2026
Joint security forces prevent abduction attempt at Kebbi District Head’s home
Security forces in Kebbi State successfully repelled an attack on the residence of the District Head of Badariya, ensuring the safety of the ruler and his family.
July 15, 2026
Iranian Military Declares Hormuz Shutdown Until US Ceases Hostilities
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards stated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain shut until US aggression ends, further warning that other regional energy routes are at risk.
July 15, 2026
New Regulations Imposed on Buy Now Pay Later Services
New FCA regulations for Buy Now Pay Later services provide consumers with stronger protections and refund rights, but stricter affordability checks could lead to more loan rejections.
July 15, 2026
Zamfara Hisbah Commission detains woman accused of practicing witchcraft
The Zamfara State Hisbah Commission has detained Khadija Abdullah in Gusau following accusations that she performed witchcraft and provided spiritual treatments to the public.
July 15, 2026
Air Peace Flight Schedule Disrupted Following Ground Equipment Collision
A ground handling vehicle crashed into an Air Peace Airbus A320 in Lagos after the operator suffered a medical emergency, leading to significant flight disruptions.
July 15, 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron to Visit Nigeria for Strategic Talks
French Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier announced that President Emmanuel Macron will conduct a state visit to Nigeria to advance bilateral cooperation, security, and economic development.
July 15, 2026
Akpabio: Parliament Exists for Citizens, Not to Exclude Them
Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the National Assembly was designed to include citizens in governance rather than keep them at a distance.
July 15, 2026
Alexis Mac Allister urges Argentina to summon Diego Maradona’s legacy for England showdown
Alexis Mac Allister hopes the spirit of Diego Maradona will inspire Argentina to overcome England in their upcoming 2026 World Cup semi-final encounter.
July 15, 2026
Six fatalities reported following gas truck blast at Kogi military checkpoint
A gas truck explosion at an Army checkpoint on the Abuja-Lokoja highway in Kogi State has claimed the lives of six people, destroying several vehicles in the process.
July 15, 2026