Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Yunusa Umar

August 13, 2026

Police nab 10 suspects, recover two stolen vehicles, other items in Jigawa

Mr Adam said investigation was ongoing to identify and apprehend other fleeing members of the criminal groups. 

August 13, 2026

Police nab two suspected kidnappers in Sokoto, rescue 10-year-old boy hidden in sack

The police said the raid of a criminal hideout led to the arrest of Abdullahi Buba, alias “Osho.”

rescued a 10-year-old boy
August 13, 2026

IGP orders full sweep in Kebbi after terrorists killed 10 officers

The police say security measures will be strengthened after terrorists killed 10 officers in the Sakaba council area of Kebbi.

Coffins of officers
August 13, 2026

18 people killed in vehicle travelling from Lagos to Kano

At least 18 people were killed when a vehicle travelling from Lagos to Kano fell into a ditch at Wuya village along Bida-Mokwa road in Gbako council area of Niger.

Scene of the accident.
August 12, 2026

ADC alleges plot to arrest Aregbesola ahead of Osun poll

This comes amid heightened tensions and pre-election violence recorded in the state.

Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola
August 12, 2026

Sustained military pressure forcing terrorists to surrender: Troops

According to him, two high-profile terrorist members surrendered to troops today.

Troops
August 12, 2026

INEC reprints ballot papers to include Osun SDP candidate’s name after court order

Mr Haruna said the development brought the number of political parties contesting the election to 15.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
August 12, 2026

Insecurity: Gov. AbdulRazaq welcomes soldiers deployed to Kwara LG, thanks Tinubu

The governor thanked Mr Tinubu’s recent approval for increased welfare packages for soldiers.

L-R: Brigadier General Nicholas Rume, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and Major General Yakubu Yahaya
August 11, 2026

Ireland-based Nigerian man who claimed mistaken identity deported to Nigeria

Mr Okwuoha was accused by Irish authorities of resisting deportation after the suspect said he was one of 10 identical brothers.

Sam Okwuoha