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Protesters Ground Traffic On Iwo Road, Demand Release Of Abducted Oyo Schoolchildren, Teachers
They criticised political leaders for focusing on preparations for the 2027 elections while insecurity continues to threaten the lives of Nigerians. The protesters Motorists and commuters along the busy Iwo Road interchange in Ibadan, Oyo State, had a hard time carrying out their businesses as protesters blocked the busy area on Monday, causing a major…
Police Launch Investigation Into Killing Of Ogun Broadcaster, Guard
Police authorities assured the public that no effort would be spared in ensuring that justice is served. In this file photo, the crest of the Nigeria Police Force is seen on a police officer’s uniform. PHOTO: Sodiq Adelakun/Channels TV. The Ogun State Police Command says it has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding…
Troops Foil Terrorists Kidnap Attempt, Rescue 22 Victims In Sokoto
In a related development, troops said they responded to another terrorist attack at Chohi Village on 18 June 2026, where armed terrorists attempted to abduct farmers working on their farmlands. File photo Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have rescued 22 kidnapped victims in separate operations…
Customs Seize Expired Drugs, 1.8 Tonnes Of Cannabis
The operations were based on credible intelligence and enhanced risk profiling systems, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and other relevant regulatory bodies. FILE: The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi. The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command, has blocked an attempt to distribute expired pharmaceutical products into the Nigerian market…
Police Nab Suspected Boko Haram, Lakurawa Members In Kebbi
The commissioner urged residents of Kebbi State to remain vigilant and continue providing useful information to security agencies. Kebbi State is in North-West, Nigeria. The Kebbi State Police Command has recorded major security breakthroughs, including the arrest of suspected terrorists, bandits, informants and logistics suppliers, as well as the rescue of a kidnapped victim, in…
Alleged Money Laundering: EFCC Witness Insists Bello Not Involved In Property Transactions
The witness also confirmed that he was not from Kogi State, implying that he was not related to the former governor. By Emmanuella Ekele Updated June 17, 2026 A former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello. X/@OfficialGYBKogi The 17th prosecution witness in the ongoing alleged money laundering case filed against a former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya…
World Cup Goals Record ‘Just A Number’, Says Messi
Messi’s hat-trick vaulted him alongside Germany’s Miroslav Klose as the top scorer in the tournament’s history with 16 goals. Argentina’s forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Algeria at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on June 16, 2026. (Photo…
FG Dismisses Cyberattack Report On Education Data Platform
A report titled “Suspected Cyberattack Hits FG’s Education Data Platform”, had suggested that the education data platform may have been compromis Updated June 16, 2026 Minister of Education…Morufu Alausa The Federal Ministry of Education has denied reports that the Nigeria Education Management Information System was hacked, describing the report as “inaccurate and misleading.” In a…
Insecurity: Radda Bans Jerrycan Fuel Sales, Shuts POS Centres, Visits Slain General’s Wife
The government said the move is intended to prevent fuel supplies from reaching criminal elements operating from forests and other remote hideouts. By Abdurrahman Umar Updated June 16, 2026 Governor Dikko Radda Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has announced a raft of new security measures aimed at disrupting the activities and support networks of…
Gunmen Attack NIPSS, Institute Says Situation Under Control
Institute says the situation was promptly brought under control. By Percy Dabang Updated June 16, 2026 National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS). Gunmen attacked the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, near Jos, in the early hours of Tuesday, breaching the institute’s perimeter fence and exchanging gunfire with security personnel…
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