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Lagos schools close over bomb threat
Two Lagos-based schools, Avi-Cenna International School and Grange School, suspended physical classes on Thursday following a threat of a bomb explosion.
23/01/2026
Drug Bust: Police intercept Indian hemp-laden truck in Lagos
The Police Command in Lagos State says it intercepted a truck conveying substances suspected to be Indian hemp during an early morning patrol in the Ibeju-Lekki area of the state.
23/01/2026
EFCC seeks suspension, prosecution of banks aiding N162bn crypto, N18.7bn scams
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for suspension and prosecution of deposit banks, Fintechs and micro finance banks aiding and abetting fraudsters in defrauding Nigerians through fraudulent schemes.
23/01/2026
‘Tinubu Tackling Insecurity,’ Olubadan Says After Meeting President At Aso Villa
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, says President Bola Tinubu is addressing the numerous security challenges facing the country.
23/01/2026
Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sustains Offensive Against Terrorists in North West
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY), Joint Task Force North West, have sustained intense pressure on terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area, recording notable operational successes between January 21 and 22, 2026.
22/01/2026
Man Jailed for Refusing to Refund ₦1.5bn Mistakenly Credited to His Account
A customer of First Bank Plc, Ojo Eghosa Kingsley, has been convicted and sentenced to prison for refusing to refund over ₦1.5 billion mistakenly credited to his bank account.
22/01/2026
77,792 suspects arrested, 14,847kg drugs recovered in five years – NDLEA
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.) has said the agency arrested no fewer than 77,792 drug offenders and seized about 14,847 kilograms of assorted illicit drugs in the last five years.
21/01/2026
Lagos orders immediate eviction of Squatters under Obalende Bridge
The Lagos State Government has issued an immediate quit notice to all squatters operating under the Obalende Bridge and motor park, directing them to vacate the area to pave the way for a comprehensive redevelopment of the space.
21/01/2026
Lagos Taskforce raids BRT Corridors, impounds 28 vehicles, 14 okadas
The Lagos State Taskforce has intensified enforcement along Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridors across the state, impounding 28 vehicles and 14 commercial motorcycles during a coordinated raid aimed at restoring traffic order and public safety.
21/01/2026
Kano Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Killing of Housewife, Six Children
The Kano State Police Command has arrested three principal suspects in connection with the killing of a housewife and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano
19/01/2026
