Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Yunusa Umar

July 28, 2026

NANS demands justice for slain Ogun student, calls for protest

The group expressed concern over insecurity around educational institutions and student communities in Ogun State and demanded urgent and decisive intervention.

National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) logo and slain student.
July 28, 2026

Troops nab suspected kidnappers, recover 126 livestock rustled in Katsina

Mr Danja said the victim was rescued unharmed and reunited with her family.

The suspected kidnappers
July 28, 2026

Troops nab suspect in anti-illegal bunkering operation

Lawal Muhammad, who said the interception occurred during a routine anti-illegal oil bunkering operation.

July 28, 2026

Bandits kill four in gun duel to rescue 32 kidnap victims in Sokoto

Mr Rufai said the victims, comprising six adult males and 26 females, were rescued unhurt.

July 28, 2026

40-year-old Bauchi man nabbed for impersonating SSS officer

Mr Habib said the suspect would be charged to court upon the completion of investigation.

July 28, 2026

TCN announces six-hour power outage in Lokoja, environs

The company assured that power supply would be restored immediately after the completion of the work.

Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)
July 27, 2026

Gov Sani condemns multiple killings in Naridon village attack

Mr Sani extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims.

Governor Uba Sani
July 27, 2026

Nine passengers abducted by bandits along Jos-Kano highway rescued, three still in captivity: Police 

The command’s spokesperson said the incident occurred on Sunday at about 5:30 p.m.

police
July 27, 2026

Police foil bandit attack in Sokoto

“The command is pleased to report that no casualties were recorded on the side of the joint security teams or among the villagers during the encounter,” he said.

recovered magazines and ammunition
July 27, 2026

Ebola Outbreak: Death toll rises to 1,405 in DR Congo as vaccine trials begin

The health ministry said the number of infections since the outbreak was declared in mid-May had risen to 3,200.

Ebola patients in DRC