Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Sons Freed As Police Engage Kidnappers In Intense Shootout
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, following a daring operation that culminated in a fierce gun battle with suspected kidnappers. According to police sources, the rescue mission was carried out at about 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. […]
FGGC Cross River Ranks Second Nationally In Girls ICT Competition
Federal Government Girls’ College (FGGC), Cross River State, has emerged second nationwide at the Third National Girls in ICT Competition 2026, placing the state among Nigeria’s top three performers in a contest that attracted more than 3,700 participants from across the country.
Man Arrested For Allegedly Spreading False Security Alert On Social Media
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Osun State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old man, Odetayo Adebayo Samuel of Ila Orangun, for allegedly circulating false information on social media. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, in a statement on Friday, the offence violates Section 24 of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act 2015 and […]
Eight Pastors Remanded In Anambra Over Alleged “Fake Miracles”
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Eight pastors were remanded in a correctional centre by a High Court sitting in Awka, Anambra State, on Friday after being arraigned for alleged violations of the Anambra State Homeland Security Law, 2025. Among the allegations against them is the use of paid actors to perform staged miracles aimed at deceiving worshippers. […]
Benson Idahosa’s Daughter Speaks on Carving Her Own Path: “I Am Not My Father”
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Benson Idahosa’s daughter has finally spoken out, and her remarks are generating widespread reactions across social media. Ratiande Idahosa, daughter of the late Archbishop Benson Idahosa, has recently expressed perspectives on religion and culture that contrast significantly with the values her parents championed. Although many assumed she would continue the family’s ministerial […]
397 Nigerians Undergo Screening for Repatriation from South Africa
No fewer than 397 Nigerians are currently undergoing screening for voluntary repatriation from South Africa amid rising xenophobic tensions and growing anti-foreigner campaigns across parts of the country. The screening exercise, which commenced on Thursday, June 4, 2026, and is expected to conclude on Sunday, June 7, 2026, is being conducted under the supervision of […]
572 Medicine Outlets Sealed in Plateau Over Regulatory Violations
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN) has sealed no fewer than 572 pharmacies, patent medicine stores, and illegal medicine outlets across Plateau State for various violations of pharmaceutical regulations. Speaking at a press conference in Jos on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the conclusion of a four-day enforcement exercise, the PCN’s Head of Enforcement, Dr. […]
Banks Face N100m Penalty for Forex Documentation Violations
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced a N100 million penalty for banks that process foreign exchange (FX) transactions without adequate documentation, according to the newly released fourth edition of its Foreign Exchange Manual issued in May 2026. The manual, unveiled by the apex bank and reported on June 6, 2026, stipulates that authorised […]
FCT Police Begin Enforcement of Tinted Glass Ban, Defaulters to Face Prosecution
The FCT Commissioner of Police said the exercise was aimed at curbing the increasing use of such vehicles by criminal elements involved in one-chance robberies, kidnappings, and other violent crimes within the territory, and disclosed that the Inspector-General of Police, Ahmed Abubakar Disu, had authorised the command to enforce the ban as part of broader efforts to strengthen security in the nation’s capital.
G7 Agrees First-Ever Global Framework To Protect Children Online
The landmark agreement was reached during a meeting of G7 digital and technology ministers and was welcomed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), which described it as a pivotal moment in global efforts to safeguard children in digital spaces.