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Police Launch Nationwide Crackdown on Obscured Vehicle Number Plates

Across Nigeria, the Police Force has rolled out a coordinated nationwide enforcement initiative targeting vehicles with obscured, defaced, or unregistered registration plates.

Multiple Nigerian States Declare Public Holidays for Islamic New Year

Kano, Yobe, Kwara, and Oyo have announced June 16 as a public holiday to mark the start of 1448 Hijrah, while Osun set Wednesday, June 17.

Atiku blames Tinubu for worsening insecurity after General Rabe's death

The African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has blamed Nigeria's declining security on what he characterizes as the federal government's inadequate handling of banditry and terrorism.

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Benue Boat Capsizes During Burial Trip, 11 Feared Dead

A boat carrying mourners to a funeral in Benue State capsized Saturday night in heavy rain and wind, killing a pregnant woman, six children, and four adults.

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Bandits Kill 3, Burn Homes in Niger State Village Attack

Armed bandits attacked Pissa Village in Niger State on Saturday morning, killing three residents and setting houses on fire before military forces engaged them.

Tinubu administration reviving decades-old South-East road projects

Minister Dave Umahi says President Tinubu's government is completing highway infrastructure first conceived during colonial times but abandoned for decades.

Bauchi Governor Visits Makinde Over Oyo Abductions, Blames Insecurity on Governance

Bala Mohammed travelled to Ibadan to express solidarity with Seyi Makinde after gunmen abducted schoolchildren and a teacher in Oyo State.

Police Begin Nationwide Crackdown on Obscured Number Plates June 15

Inspector General Olatunji Disu has directed police commands across Nigeria to enforce vehicle registration laws starting Monday, June 15, 2026.

Global conflicts blocking Nigeria's military arms purchases, defence minister says

Gen. Christoph Musa attributes Nigeria's difficulty acquiring military equipment to the Israel-Iran and Russia-Ukraine wars disrupting global supply chains.

Matawalle Calls for Prayer, Public Support as Nigeria's Insecurity Persists

Nigeria's Minister of State for Defence Bello Muhammad Matawalle has appealed to citizens to pray for an end to the nation's escalating security challenges, stating that resolution requires intervention beyond human capacity combined with coordinated action from security forces and the public.

Adamawa Police Arrest Two Armed Robbery Suspects in Mubi

Adamawa State Police Command arrested two men linked to a June 10 robbery in Mubi, recovering stolen items and pursuing additional suspects.

UN Names Nigerian Diplomat Eziakonwa as Africa Special Adviser

The United Nations has appointed Nigeria's Ahunna Eziakonwa to the role of Special Adviser on Africa, the organisation announced this week.

Retired Gen. Rabe Abubakar Dies in Bandits' Captivity in Katsina

Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, former military spokesperson, has died while held by bandits in Katsina State after weeks in captivity.

Plateau State Launches Dual Abattoir Push to Modernize Livestock Sector

Plateau State and federal authorities have begun construction on modern meat processing facilities aimed at transforming the state into Nigeria's livestock hub.

First batch of Nigerians fleeing South Africa xenophobia arrives in Lagos

Between 258 and 262 Nigerians evacuated from South Africa landed in Lagos Thursday following escalating xenophobic attacks that began in April 2026.

Private aircraft grounded after emergency landing on Delta road near Asaba

A private jet missed its approach at Asaba Airport, landed on a construction road, and departed without regulatory approval, prompting NCAA investigation.

Tinubu inaugurates N5 road project, pledges end to abandoned infrastructure

President Tinubu commissioned the Arterial Road N5 in Abuja and urged residents to pay taxes to fund ongoing capital development.