Police in Ashaiman in the Greater Accra Region, Ghana, have thwarted an attempt by a woman to smuggle suspected illegal drugs hidden in food items into cell for a detainee. According to police report, officers of the Asahiman police station discovered four tablets of suspected narcotic substances, identified as “Timaking” or “Red”, concealed in…
A police officer attached to the Hotoro Division, identified as DSP Sani Isah, has been k!lled during a clash between rival thugs in Kano State, a few weeks before his retirement. A source close to the deceased told Daily Trust that the officer was deployed alongside his colleagues to disperse the fighting groups when he…
Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has unveiled his squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As part of their preparations, Portugal will play a series of friendly matches, including a notable clash against Nigeria on June 10 at the Dr Magalhães Pessoa Stadium. Team…
Thailand is drastically cutting the length of visa-free stays for tourists from more than 90 countries in an effort to curb crime involving foreign nationals. The country’s foreign minister, Sihasak Phuangketkaeow, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs submitted a plan to reduce the visa-free stay period for most foreign tourists to Thailand from 60…
The Armed Forces of Nigeria has denied media reports claiming the terrorists have formed a base in the South West region. There have been speculations that insurgents have formed a base in the South West. The speculation gained momentum following last Friday’s abduction of teachers and pupils from a school in Orire local government…
The Rivers State Police Command has reacted to the heartbreaking case of Mrs. Amarachi Promise Esomonu, who recently lost her three children in a tragic incident. Speaking on the matter, Police PRO ASP Blessing Agabe said the command is aware of the incident and described it as painful and heartbreaking, adding that the Commissioner…
A kidnapped woman has been released unharmed in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State following coordinated efforts involving troops and local community mediation. Security sources said troops of Sector 2, Operation Enduring Peace, stationed at Kukawa checkpoint intercepted a speeding motorcycle rider on May 18, 2026, at about 1:33 p.m. after he attempted…
A Nigerian man, Onuora Okeke, is seeking help for his wife who seems to be suffering from traumatic grief following the d3ath of their young daughter, Amanda. According to Okeke, his wife has refused to eat, sleep and bath and all the efforts he made to calm her down have proved abortive. …
Authorities in the United States are investigating the k!lling of Nigerian middle-distance athlete and graduate student Oluwabukola Pereira, who was sh0t de@d during an alleged robbery in Lockland, Ohio, days before she was due to complete her MBA studies. The 30-year-old, who specialised in the 800 metres and 1500 metres events, was killed on…
Desmond Elliot has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Surulere 1 seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly, claiming his supporters were being intimidated. He made the announcement on Wednesday at the Paddington mini stadium on Western Avenue, where the primary election was taking place. The actor-turned-politician said several…
