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July 20, 2026

Troops arrest suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in Borno

Mr Goni said troops recovered 202 cartons of herbicides, one jerrycan containing suspected acid, and one Starlink wireless internet communication system, among other items.

July 20, 2026

My administration remains focused on service, says Gov Alia

Governor Hyacinth Alia says his administration remains undeterred, focused, and deeply committed to serving the people in Benue.

Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia
July 20, 2026

FRSC cracks down on drivers, arrests 58 offenders for overloading

The Federal Road Safety Corps says it arrested 58 offenders since beginning its ‘War Against Overloading’ campaign in Gombe.

FRSC marshals and overloaded vehicle
July 20, 2026

Official files lawsuit against Kano’s judicial commission, seeks N100 million damages

The suit, filed before the National Industrial Court, also named Governor Abba Yusuf and the commissioner for justice as respondents.

Kano governor
July 20, 2026

Police say Ondo-Lagos armed robbery syndicate nabbed

The police command in Ondo state on Monday said it arrested three interstate armed robbery syndicates and recovered AK-47 rifles, Beretta pistols and other items.

Armed policemen
July 20, 2026

NDA cautions public as shooting exercise begins in Kaduna

NDA has begun a five-day shooting exercise in Kaduna for cadets, urging residents around the Afaka Range to avoid the stipulated areas for safety.

Shooting range
July 20, 2026

Nigerian military says Sudanese, Ghanaian nabbed during terrorists’ raid in Borno

The military said the troops arrested Mr Fashir, who is suspected of being a terrorist fighter and collaborator.

July 20, 2026

40 children, women drown in Jigawa boat crash

A boat carrying dozens of passengers capsized in the Malamawa community, Ringim council area of Jigawa, leaving at least 40 people drowned.

40 children, women drown in Jigawa boat crash
July 20, 2026

Osun governorship poll gathers momentum amid pre-election violence 

Mr Adeniran said political thuggery was still dominant in the state despite efforts of security agents to check criminal activities.

Governor Ademola Adeleke, APC's Bola Oyebamiji and the scenarios of violence in Osun State
July 20, 2026

Lightning strike kills six people in Adamawa

The police command in Adamawa has confirmed the death of six people following a lightning strike in the Ganye council.

Lightning strike photo used to illustrate this story (Credit: Britannica)