Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Yunusa Umar

July 1, 2026

Teenager arrested over false herdsmen attack claim in Bauchi community

The command’s spokesperson, Nafiu Habib, stated this in a statement on Wednesday.

Police
July 1, 2026

Full List: CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks 

The CBN said the revocation of the MFBs’ licences was in accordance with its powers under section 12 and 13 of the banks and other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA), 2020.

CBN
July 1, 2026

Troops killed 224 terrorists, nabbed 423 suspects, rescued 279 victims in three months: DHQ

Mr Onoja said the operation disrupted terrorist networks across Niger, Kwara, Kogi and the Federal Capital Territory.

Troops
July 1, 2026

CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks

Ms Ali said the revocation was approved by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso.

Cardoso+CBN logo
July 1, 2026

Police rescue woman abducted in Ondo, recover her stolen vehicle

The police said efforts had been intensified to apprehend the fleeing members of the criminal gang.

Armed policemen in Benue State.
June 30, 2026

Troops rescue six kidnap victims in Katsina

The victims were abducted by armed bandits from Unguwan Lado in Kankara Local Government Area on June 22, 2026.

Troops rescue six kidnap victims in Katsina
June 30, 2026

Gunmen invade mining site, kill three people in Plateau village

Mr Tengwong said two people were also injured in the attack.

Gunmen
June 30, 2026

Police arrest two suspected kidnappers in FCT, Nasarawa

An AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and livestock were recovered during the operations.

Armed policemen
June 30, 2026

INEC urges journalists to focus on vote-buying in Osun governorship poll

Mr Haruna urged media organisations to use their platforms to mobilise voters.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
June 30, 2026

Four Bauchi suspects arrested over alleged defilement

The state police spokesperson said the suspects were arrested following reports received at various divisional police headquarters between 19 and 26 June, 2026.

Police