June 20
Nigeria: Security Agencies On Red Alert As Unknown Gunmen Kill Two in Ekiti
"The commissioner of police has ordered an investigation into the incidents to ensure that the criminals are arrested and brought to justice," the police spokesperson said. Read more »
Nigeria: Court to Deliver Judgement On UniAbuja Senate's Tenure Dispute Suit
The suit is about the controversy over the tenure of the Senate of UniAbuja. Read more »
Nigeria: One Killed, Two Policemen Injured in Kano Violence - Official
The victim died while receiving treatment at the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital, Kano. Read more »
Nigeria: Davido Sues Sophia Momodu, Seeks Joint Custody of Imade
"It is on record that I have been responsible for the payment of all the school fees of my daughter to provide her with the best education..." Read more »
Nigeria: Court Dismisses Suit Seeking Removal of EFCC's Chair, Olukoyede
President Tinubu appointed Mr Olukoyede as the new chairperson of the EFCC in October last year amid controversy that the appointee was not qualified for the job. Read more »
June 19
Nigeria: Biafra Leader Nnamdi Kanu Seeks Out-of-Court Settlement of Charges to End Trial
Mr Kanu is seeking an out-of-court settlement after the court rejected his bail applications and refused to strike out the charges against him on different occasions. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Recruitment Controversy: PSC Union Asks Tinubu to Fire IGP Egbetokun
The Joint Union Congress also alleged that police tried to smuggle over 1,000 unqualified candidates into the recruitment list. Read more »
Nigeria: Nnamdi Kanu Condemns Killing of Soldiers in Abia, Violence in South-East
Gunmen, on 30 May, attacked and killed five soldiers in Obikabia Junction in Aba, the commercial hub of the Abia State. Read more »
Nigeria: Alleged Cocaine Deal - Court Rejects Abba Kyari, Others' Fresh Bail Application
Last month, the court granted Mr Kyari, who is standing trial from detention, temporary bail for two weeks to attend his mother's final burial rites. Read more »
Nigeria: Appeal Court Affirms Adediwura As Obalufe, Overturns Lower Court's Verdict
The Ooni, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, had made several efforts to settle the matter between the two parties without any result. Read more »
Nigeria: IGP Orders Investigation Into Killing of Police Officer, Vigilante Member in Rivers
The two were killed on Tuesday during deadly clashes between two political factions in the south-south state. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Recruitment Controversy - PSC Union Asks Tinubu to Fire IGP Egbetokun
The Joint Union Congress also asked Police Spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, to apologise to the public over his alleged misleading press statements on the matter. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Dismisses Fleeing Binance Executive's Suit Against NSA, EFCC
The fleeing Binance executive had alleged in his suit that the Nigerian authority's detention and seizure of his passport amounted to a violation of his fundamental right to… Read more »
Nigeria: Two Killed As Police Take Over Local Council Secretariats in Rivers
A police officer is among those killed, the police said. Read more »
June 18
Nigeria: Security Operatives Arrest 'Native Doctor' Who Allegedly Prepares Charms for IPOB - Official
"The arrest is following information received over time of planned attacks on security agents and innocent citizens by the dreaded group." Read more »
Nigeria: Court Jails Father of Three for Currency Racketeering
The convict had pleaded guilty to the charge of currency racketeering. Read more »
Nigeria: Lawmaker Defends Plan to Buy New Aeroplanes for Tinubu, Shettima
The lawmaker cautioned that not buying the aeroplanes could have grievous consequences. Read more »
Nigeria: Vigilante Commander, Others Killed As Gunmen Invade Anambra Communities
Police have confirmed the attack. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Announce Capture of 'Notorious Terrorist' in Yobe
The police say their State Intelligence Department (SID) arrested the suspect at a village in Yobe State. Read more »
June 17
Nigeria: Police Warn As Residents Boo Emir Sanusi, Kano Governor
Governor Yusuf's convoy passed through the mini palace during which some residents chanted derogatory words against the governor. Read more »
Nigeria: #EndSARS - Police Deny Continued Detention of Protesters Despite Reports of Keeping 15 in Custody
The police said all arrested individuals have been processed according to the law, and none remain unlawfully detained. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Declare Fleeing Father Wanted for Allegedly Killing Daughter
The police are searching for the suspect, an official said. Read more »
Nigeria: NDLEA Arrests Suspected Drug Barons, Seizes N4.7 Billion Worth Cocaine
The NDLEA said the suspects were arrested during operations from 13 to 14 June in Abia State. Read more »
Nigeria: NDLEA Uncovers 'Skuchies' Factory in Ogun, Arrests Suspects
The agency arrested three suspects for possession of cannabis and another seven for production of 'skuchies.' Read more »
Nigeria: Police Arrest Three Over Alleged Stealing
The police in Enugu State, South-east Nigeria, have arrested three persons for allegedly stealing vehicle batteries. Read more »