Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a suspected Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) member who allegedly confessed to spying on military movements and supplying logistics to terrorists operating in northern Borno State. The suspect, identified as Muhammad Mustapha, 25, from Monguno Local Government Area, was arrested at about 9:00 p.m. on…
The Kogi State Police Command has rescued a kidnapped victim, neutralised a suspected kidnapper, and recovered an Italian-made pump-action gun during a joint security operation in Ayegunle Gbede, Ijumu Local Government Area of the state. The victim, identified as Abubakar Kabiru, was reportedly abducted in the early hours of Friday, July 17, 2026 after…
Ekene Obodoechie, an indigene of Orsu-Ihiteukwa in Imo State, has alleged that his brother and sister were killed by fighters linked to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Speaking in an interview with News Central TV, Obodoechie said his elder brother was killed in 2021 and claimed that his attackers mutilated his body by cutting…
The Israeli military has alleged that an explosive device that killed a Lebanese soldier in southern Lebanon was planted by Hezbollah. According to The Times of Israel on July 18, 2026, the Lebanese Armed Forces said one soldier was killed, while an officer and another soldier were injured after a suspicious object detonated inside an…
Bishop Cyril Isaiah, an indigene of Orsu in Imo State, has alleged that security operatives recovered three record books during a 2024 raid on an alleged IPOB camp in Mother Valley, Orsu. Speaking in an interview with News Central TV, Isaiah claimed one of the books contained instructions on how to dismember human bodies, including…
Two U.S. service members were killed and another remains missing after American and partner forces defended against an Iranian ballistic missile and drone attack, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed. According to The Times of Israel on July 18, 2026, the incident occurred in Jordan on July 17 during a defensive operation against the assault….
Iran has accused the United States of being behind recent attacks on its critical infrastructure, escalating tensions between the two countries amid growing regional instability. According to Anadolu Agency, Tehran told the United Nations that recent explosions and power grid failures bore what it described as the hallmarks of American cyber and aerial operations. A…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has named Musa Zagi as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 governorship election in Kebbi State. According to Daily Post, the appointment was approved by the party’s governorship candidate, former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on…
Manchester United’s new signing Andrey Santos earned praise from supporters after an impressive debut in the club’s 1-0 pre-season defeat to Wrexham in Helsinki. According to The Sun on July 18, 2026, the 22-year-old Brazilian midfielder was named in Michael Carrick’s starting lineup following his reported £50 million move from Chelsea. Santos partnered Mason Mount…
Former Big Brother Naija winner Mercy Eke has revealed that she financially supported several former partners, saying differences in financial status became a recurring challenge in her relationships. According to The Sun on July 18, 2026, Mercy made the disclosure during a conversation with media personality Toke Makinwa, where she discussed the impact of fame…
