Operation Fansan Yamma troops successfully saved nine kidnapping survivors, retrieved 56 stolen animals, and captured one terrorist suspect during strategic missions in Katsina State, according to Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja.
Federal authorities have charged Abdulrazak Umar, Yunusa Musa, and Shamsu Adamu Sani at the Abuja Federal High Court regarding the kidnapping of students and staff in Oyo State’s Oriire region.
The Supreme Court ruled that various assets, including $2,045,000 and several properties belonging to former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, must be forfeited to the state, overturning a previous appellate court decision.
President Bola Tinubu introduced the 2026 Presidential Executive Order on Virtual Assets Coordination to standardize the regulation of digital finance and improve oversight of the country’s growing virtual economy.
Tanko Habila has submitted a formal request to the Inspector General of Police seeking the release of his daughter Mary Habila’s body, who passed away at the Works Minister’s home, so the family can proceed with funeral arrangements.
Minister of Works Dave Umahi confirmed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway has been renamed after President Tinubu, citing the president’s foundational vision for the 750-kilometre project.
During the second quarter of 2026, the Nigerian Navy destroyed 48 illegal oil refineries, intercepted over 4.69 million litres of stolen petroleum products, and detained 91 individuals for involvement in maritime crimes.
Akwa Ibom police have apprehended four people accused of killing 21-year-old Emmanuel Effiong and hiding his remains in a shallow grave.
The PDP faction led by Kabiru Turaki plans to challenge a recent Federal High Court ruling that rejected their leadership status, arguing the decision conflicts with higher court precedents.
The African Democratic Congress has requested that the National Assembly review President Tinubu’s capacity to continue his duties, claiming the executive branch is currently lacking proper leadership.
