Lagos CP Assures Residents After Suspected IED Explosion in Mushin
The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Fatai Tijani, has assured residents that the Shoe Materials Market in Mushin remains safe following a bomb explosion suspected to have been caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED).
Speaking to journalists on Monday after security operatives conducted a thorough sweep of the area, Tijani said there was no cause for alarm. The blast triggered panic among traders and residents, but authorities have since secured the scene and intensified investigations into the incident.
18 Farmers Killed in Fresh Plateau Attack
At least 18 farmers have been killed and several others injured following a late-night attack on Kawel village in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau State.
Bokkos Youth Leader, Christopher Luka, confirmed the incident on Monday, revealing that the attack occurred around 11:30 p.m. on Sunday. The latest violence adds to growing security concerns in Plateau communities, with residents calling for urgent government intervention.
Court Hears El-Rufai Admitted Monitoring Ribadu’s Conversations
A Federal High Court in Abuja has heard testimony alleging that former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai admitted during a television interview that he intercepted conversations involving National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu.
Prosecution witness and lawyer Deji Adeyanju told the court he was present at the television station on February 16 when El-Rufai allegedly made the remarks. The testimony forms part of the ongoing trial involving allegations of phone tapping and breaches of national security.
Oyo Schoolchildren’s Release Imminent, Says DIG
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Southwest, Adegoke Fayoade, has assured Nigerians that efforts to secure the release of abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State are yielding results.
Speaking on Monday, Fayoade said all security agencies are working together to rescue the victims kidnapped in Oriire Local Government Area last month, expressing confidence that their freedom is near.
Confusion Surrounds Abduction of OPC Chieftain in Kwara
Uncertainty has continued to trail the abduction of Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC) chieftain, Comrade Bayo Fabiyi, and two others in Oko-Irese, Kwara State.
Reports indicate that Fabiyi, a driver and another associate were kidnapped while travelling to deliver ransom and supplies intended to secure the release of a previously abducted victim. Security agencies are yet to provide further details on the incident.
Troops Rescue 47 Boko Haram Captives in Borno
The Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, has rescued 47 persons, mostly women and children, from Boko Haram/ISWAP captivity in Kangarwa village, Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State.
Acting Media Information Officer Captain Mohammed Goni announced the development on Monday night, describing the operation as another significant humanitarian success in ongoing counter-insurgency efforts across the North-East.
Eight Killed in Kebbi Farmer-Herder Clash
No fewer than eight people have lost their lives following a violent clash between farmers and herders in Gulma town, Argungu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The conflict reportedly began after a Fulani herder allegedly stabbed a farmer to death on his farmland. The incident escalated into wider violence, leaving multiple casualties and heightening tensions in the community.
Police Probe Death of Church Elder in Ondo Hotel
The Ondo State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of 71-year-old church elder, Omotayo Fajana, whose body was discovered in a hotel room in Akungba-Akoko.
Fajana had travelled to the town for a church programme where he was due to be installed as Head Prayer Warrior Father of Ogo Orimolade Cherubim and Seraphim Church, Okerigbo. Authorities say efforts are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.
FG Orders Crackdown on Cooking Gas Hoarders
The Federal Government has directed regulators to clamp down on marketers suspected of hoarding or diverting Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas.
The government instructed the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and other agencies to intensify surveillance, investigate market manipulation and sanction offenders amid rising cooking gas prices nationwide.
Naira Strengthens Against Dollar at Official Market
The Naira opened the week on a positive note, appreciating to N1,369.10 per dollar at the official foreign exchange market.
According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, the local currency gained N1.34 compared to Friday’s rate of N1,370.45, representing a 0.09 per cent increase in value against the US dollar.
Presidency Dismisses Peter Obi’s Call for Tinubu’s Resignation
The Presidency has rejected calls by Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi for President Bola Tinubu to resign, describing the demand as childish and politically motivated.
In a statement on Monday, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga argued that comparisons between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, where Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently resigned, were misplaced. He urged Obi to wait until the 2027 elections to challenge Tinubu democratically.
Court Remands Sowore in Kuje Prison Over Cybercrime Charges
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of activist and African Action Congress presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore at the Kuje Correctional Centre.
The court revoked Sowore’s bail after he failed to appear for the continuation of his trial on cybercrime charges filed by the Department of State Services. Proceedings are expected to resume on Wednesday.
Adeyanju Testifies Against El-Rufai in Phone Tapping Trial
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has testified against former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai in an ongoing phone tapping case before the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Adeyanju told the court that El-Rufai admitted during a television interview that conversations involving National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu had been monitored. The case centres on allegations of unlawful surveillance and national security breaches.
Agbese Rejects Calls for Tinubu to Resign
Deputy House of Representatives spokesperson Philip Agbese has distanced himself from demands for President Bola Tinubu’s resignation over Nigeria’s security challenges.
Agbese described the calls as opposition rhetoric and criticised suggestions made by Minority Leader Fred Agbedi, insisting that insecurity requires collective action rather than politically motivated attacks on the presidency.
Protesters Block Ibadan Road Over Abducted Pupils
Members of the Take It Back Movement on Monday barricaded the busy Iwo Road area of Ibadan in protest against rising insecurity and the continued captivity of abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State.
The protesters called on authorities to intensify rescue efforts, insisting they would continue demonstrations until all kidnapped victims regain their freedom.
Fayose Threatens Political Showdown With Makinde
Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has vowed to teach Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde a political lesson ahead of future elections.
Speaking during a television interview, Fayose accused Makinde of taking over his political structure within the Peoples Democratic Party and blamed him for weakening the party in the South-West region.
Angela Okorie Explains Why She Burnt Burial Outfit
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie has revealed why she burned the outfit she wore to the burial of late actor Alexx Ekubo.
In a post shared on social media, the actress said her godmother advised her not to keep clothes worn to funerals. She also shared a video showing the outfit being set ablaze after returning from the burial.
Mummy Wa Says Fictional Crushes Have Delayed Her Love Life
Popular skit maker Kemi Ikuseedun, better known as Mummy Wa, says her habit of falling in love with fictional movie characters has affected her real-life relationships.
Speaking in a video shared on Instagram, the entertainer joked that she is approaching 30 and still waiting for a man like South Korean actor Lee Min Ho, adding that many women experience similar feelings toward fictional characters.
Messi Breaks World Cup Record as Argentina Reach Knockout Stage
Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 in Dallas to secure qualification for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Argentine captain recovered from an earlier penalty miss to net his 17th World Cup goal, surpassing Miroslav Klose’s tournament scoring record. The victory sends the defending champions into the knockout rounds with confidence.
Akinsanmiro Set for Inter Return After Pisa Move Collapses
Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro is expected to return to Inter Milan after a proposed permanent transfer to Pisa fell through.
Pisa had planned to activate a €7.5 million purchase clause following the player’s loan spell, but the deal reportedly collapsed during the final documentation stage. The development has attracted interest from several Bundesliga clubs ahead of the new season.
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