Nigerians paid N2.57bn ransom as 4,722 abductions recorded in one year
Nigerians paid N2.57bn ransom to kidnappers in one year as SBM Intelligence reports 4,722 abductions and rising insecurity.
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Fresh doubts on rail security, maintenance after 188th derailment in six years
A derailment on the Abuja–Kaduna rail line—the nation’s 188th in six years—has reignited concerns over poor maintenance, rampant vandalism, and underperforming security contracts.
Katsina Assembly approves Radda’s suspension of medical leave to tackle insecurity
Katsina lawmakers approved Governor Radda’s early return from medical leave to tackle rising insecurity.
Parents charged with murder of missing 7-month-old baby
Jake and Rebecca Haro were charged with murdering their infant son after inconsistencies unraveled their abduction claim.
Survey shows married mothers happier than single, childless women
A new survey finds married mothers report higher happiness, more physical affection, and less loneliness than single or childless women.
Return to the farm, Senator Fadahunsi tells Nigerians
Senator Francis Fadahunsi has urged Nigerians to embrace farming to ease hunger while calling for mass voter registration.
Chaos as Abuja-Kaduna train derails shortly after departure
An Abuja-Kaduna passenger train derailed Tuesday morning, causing panic but no confirmed casualties as rescue operations continue.
How NDLEA uncovered syndicate, airport officials planting drugs in innocent Nigerian pilgrims’ luggages
NDLEA has uncovered how airport officials colluded with a drug syndicate to plant illicit substances in the luggage of three innocent Nigerian pilgrims detained in Saudi Arabia, as the government intensifies efforts to secure their release.
Kano: NDLEA uncovers airport syndicate planting drugs in pilgrims’ luggage
The NDLEA has arrested a drug syndicate involving aviation workers who allegedly planted illicit substances in the luggage of three innocent Nigerian pilgrims detained in Saudi Arabia.
PDP zones 2027 presidential ticket to South, clears path for Makinde, Obi
The PDP has zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the South and confirmed Umar Damagum as chairman, a decision that may open the door for Seyi Makinde and Peter Obi.