Nigeria: Police Rescue Cleric From Mob in Gombe Community

58-year-old cleric, Abubakar Puma from Akko Local Government Area, had been locked inside a house by a mob Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Army Accuses IPOB of Ethnicity-Driven Propaganda Over IED Images

He explained that the explosives were recovered from the Orsu-Eketutu Mother Valley and Orsu-Ihiteukwa areas of Imo. Read more »

Nigeria: Plateau Govt Condemns Kanam Ambush, Pays Tribute to Fallen Security Officials

The Plateau State Government paid tribute to the fallen officials, describing them as heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice while confronting the bandits. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Army Rescues Five Kidnapped Persons, Seizes Weapons in Benue - Official

"The victims were released when it was apparent troops had closed in on the kidnappers, leaving no room for them to manoeuvre." Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Kill 20 Security Officials in Plateau Ambush - Group

The group said some attackers were reportedly killed, and the bandits later invaded the Kyaram community. Read more »

Nigeria: UK Police Announce Airspace Restrictions, Heightened Security for Tinubu's Visit

President Tinubu is expected to be hosted by King Charles III next week, between 17 and 18 March. Read more »

Nigeria: Ogun Govt Engages Fulani Leaders, Security Chiefs On Peace, Security

The meeting, held in Abeokuta, was convened by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Olusola Subair, a retired deputy inspector general of police Read more »

Nigeria: Court Grants ICPC Permission to Access Devices Recovered From El-Rufai's House

ICPC granted the order to access Mr El-Rufai's devices following an ex-parte motion moved by ICPC's lawyer. Read more »

Nigeria: How the New Nigeria Police Act Protects You From Officers' Misconduct

Police cannot arrest you for disputes between private parties (civil wrongs) or for owing money. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Akwa Ibom Too Big to Be Ruled By Insult,' U.S.-Based Nigerian Reacts to Eno's 'Receptionist' Remark

The viral video of Governor Umo Eno asking citizens, "Am I your receptionist?" has continued to draw criticism. Read more »

Nigeria: How Bandits Stormed Katsina Village, Killed Three Residents and Looted Shops

Jikamshi, a farming settlement in Musawa Local Government Area near the border with Matazu LGA, had rarely experienced violence on this scale. Read more »

Nigeria: Exclusive - Tinubu Under Pressure to Intervene in Justice Tsoho's CCB Ordeal

The CCB's move followed a PREMIUM TIMES investigation, which revealed that Justice Tsoho allegedly failed to disclose some of his bank accounts. Read more »

Nigeria: Butt Enlargement - Lagos Probes Socialite's Death After Cosmetic Surgery

Elena Jessica's death sparked widespread reactions on social media, with family members and netizens demanding a probe into the circumstances surrounding her death. Read more »

Nigeria: Demolitions - Court Postpones Lagos Protest Leaders' Trial

The magistrate rescheduled the trial, which stemmed from protests against demolitions by the Lagos State Government. Read more »

Nigeria: Defence Minister Directs Service Chiefs to Intensify Operations Against Terrorists

Nigeria's Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has directed the service chiefs to immediately recalibrate military operations across multiple theatres following a surge in brazen… Read more »

Nigeria: Experts, Advocates Urge Nigerian Govt to Halt Violent Evictions in Cities

The group is pushing for sustainable solutions to address housing challenges and protect vulnerable communities. Read more »

Nigeria: I'm a 'Die-Hard Democrat,' Tinubu Says, Commits to Rule of Law

President Tinubu also assured party leaders of his commitment to free and fair elections. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Reportedly Reclaim Borno Village Seized By Boko Haram

Soldiers are now in control of the facility and surrounding areas after the operation. Read more »

Nigeria: Amidst Several Attacks in Borno, Terrorists Attack Military Base in Yobe

"The gallant troops responded with exceptional manoeuvre and firepower," an army spokesperson said. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Dismisses Application to Halt Ex-Minister's N31 Billion Corruption Trial

EFCC is prosecuting Mr Mamman and others, including Mr Bida, on nine counts of conspiracy, false pretence and fraud involving over N31 billion. Read more »

Nigeria: Bandits Force 10 Katsina Communities to Suspend Friday Prayers

Residents and local officials told PREMIUM TIMES that the gun battle, which lasted several hours, occurred near rural communities bordering Musawa, Kankara and Malumfashi local… Read more »

Nigeria: ICPC Reacts to Reported Arrest, Probe of Federal Judge

The ICPC reacted to the reported arrest and probe of the federal judge in a statement on Tuesday. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Army Repels Attack, As Insurgents Kill Soldier, Civilians in Borno

According to the source, despite having no air support, the Nigerian troops repelled the attack and killed many of the Insurgents. Read more »

Nigeria: PDP Crisis - Saraki Urges Warring Factions to Halt Court Cases

Mr Saraki warned that prolonged litigation could prevent the party from fielding candidates in future elections. Read more »

Nigeria: SSS Arrests Suspected IPOB/ESN Commander in Enugu

The suspected ESN commander, Sabastine Odam, was arrested alongside a member of IPOB, Ejike Daniel, during an operation in Enugu State. Read more »