Gunmen Kidnap INEC Staff in Anambra, Demand ₦40m Ransom
Gunmen have abducted an employee of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Anambra State and demanded a ₦40 million ransom after carrying out separate attacks along the Ebenebe axis of Awka North Local Government Area. The incidents reportedly occurred on Thursday, July 24, 2026, according to security analyst Zagazola Makama. The report identified the […]
South East Monarchs Scrap Eze Ndigbo Title, Adopt Onyendu Ndigbo for Diaspora Leaders
The South East Council of Traditional Rulers has officially replaced the controversial Eze Ndigbo title for Igbo leaders outside the South East with Onyendu Ndigbo, in a move aimed at addressing longstanding concerns over the legitimacy of diaspora traditional leadership. The new policy was reinforced on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in Owerri, Imo State, where […]
Makinde Unveils Two Surveillance Aircraft to Boost Oyo Security
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has officially taken delivery of two surveillance aircraft to strengthen intelligence gathering and enhance security operations across the state. The governor received the aircraft on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the Ibadan Airport, one year after announcing plans to acquire the security assets as part of efforts to reinforce the […]
EFCC Faces Backlash Over Plan to Handle Asset Auction Internally
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has come under criticism over its decision to auction seized vehicles through a platform it intends to manage, with the Nigeria Association of Auctioneers warning that the move could undermine transparency, accountability and due process in the disposal of forfeited assets. The concerns were raised on Tuesday, July […]