Author: Naija Daily News

By Deborah Nnamdi No fewer than eight persons have been killed and several others injured after suspected terrorists stormed Mbwelle village in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State late Thursday night. The assailants reportedly invaded the community around 11 p.m., opening fire indiscriminately on residents in a shooting that lasted for nearly an hour. Most of the victims were said to be members of the same family, while some residents remain missing following the attack. Those confirmed dead have been identified as Elder Iliya Mangut Dakus, Mr. Luck Titus Dakus, Mr. Habila Istifanu Dakus, Mr. Hassan Istifanus Dakus, Mrs.…

Photo: Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed as false a viral video circulating on social media which alleged an ongoing terrorist attack in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, in a statement issued on Friday, described the claim as “entirely false, misleading, and malicious,” stressing that no such incident occurred in the nation’s capital. According to him, preliminary investigations revealed that the video was deliberately fabricated using misleading footage sourced from online platforms to create panic and undermine public confidence in the country’s security architecture.…

By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have thwarted an alleged attempt to secretly bury a suspected murder victim and arrested three persons in connection with the crime in the Akute area of the state. The suspects, identified as Maureen Okirie, 35; Salia Karikari, 15; and Jubril Karikari, 12, were apprehended by detectives from the Ajuwon Division following a tip-off about suspicious activities within the community. Police authorities said the arrest was made around 11:15 a.m. on Thursday when officers stormed the location and caught one of the suspects attempting to bury a blood-soaked corpse in a…

Parents of a two-year-old girl have called for justice following the tragic death of their daughter at Wisdom Gate International School in the Eligbolo area of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The toddler, identified as Winnie, reportedly died from injuries sustained after a bookshelf fell on her while she was asleep in a classroom on March 17. Her father, Iasuaka Akekue, who spoke to journalists in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, said he was informed that his daughter was sleeping when the incident occurred. According to him, a verbal report from the pathologist who conducted the autopsy indicated that…

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has described the recent evacuation directive issued by the U.S. Department of State as a troubling indication of Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation, warning that it poses serious implications for the nation’s future. In a statement released on Thursday, April 9, Obi said the decision by the United States to withdraw embassy staff from Abuja should be treated as a national emergency, particularly for a country already facing challenges in attracting foreign investment. He noted that Nigeria’s security concerns have continued to escalate despite global assessments already ranking the country among those most affected by terrorism.…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday announced a N500 million support fund for the family of late Senator Barinada Barry Mpigi, stressing that political allies must move beyond tributes to offer tangible assistance. Wike announced at a Night of Tribute held in Port Harcourt, where political leaders, associates, and family members gathered to honour the late lawmaker, who died on February 19, 2026. He noted that forming committees for burial arrangements was insufficient, urging associates to demonstrate genuine commitment to the welfare of the deceased’s family. According to him, the fund, facilitated…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Central Bank of Nigeria has dismissed as false a viral image circulating on social media that purports to show a newly introduced N5,000 banknote. The image, widely shared online, allegedly depicts a redesigned currency note bearing the image of President Bola Tinubu, sparking widespread reactions and debates over its authenticity. Responding to the claim, the apex bank refuted the report in a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, stating, “This content is fake. Let the public be guided.” The clarification comes amid growing speculation fueled by the viral post, with many social media users…

Photo: Unrelated photo of a building collapse Two children were rescued on Thursday after a two-storey residential building collapsed in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, triggering emergency response efforts and renewed concerns over structural safety. The incident occurred around 9:10 a.m. on Ajegunle Street, off Sabo-Line in the Isale area, involving a six-flat building. According to the Kwara State Fire Service, two children identified as Ahmad, 8, and Hussainat, 10, were initially trapped under the rubble but were rescued and taken to a nearby hospital before firefighters arrived at the scene. Spokesperson of the agency, Hassan Adekunle, confirmed that emergency…

By Deborah Nnamdi Fear and tension have gripped the Federal Government College in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State following the death of a 12-year-old Junior Secondary School student, Ufokobong Edwin Godwin, who was allegedly bullied by a senior student. The incident, which reportedly began before the Easter break, came to light on Wednesday, with sources alleging that the victim sustained a severe neck injury after being assaulted for refusing to share his provisions during terminal examinations. A student, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the altercation started when a Senior Secondary School 3 (SS3) student…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Brigade Commander of the Joint Task Force in Benesheikh, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State, Brigadier-General O. Braimah, has reportedly been killed in an attack by Boko Haram insurgents. Sources said the attack occurred last Thursday night when heavily armed insurgents stormed the military formation in large numbers, leading to a fierce confrontation. Several of the attackers were also said to have been killed during the exchange. A local resident, Mallam Lawa Benesheikh, disclosed the development in a social media post, expressing grief over the incident. “Innalillahi wa Inna’illaihin raji’un. Boko Haram has again, unfortunately,…