The Nigerian military has confirmed the emergence of a new terrorist group called “Lukarawas” in the northwest, particularly in Sokoto and Kebbi states, heightening security concerns in the region. According to the military, this group infiltrated Nigeria from Niger following the recent political coup there, which disrupted border security cooperation. Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, Director […]
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Police Arrest 130 Foreign Nationals and Nigerians for Cybercrime in Abuja
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has apprehended 130 individuals, including 113 foreign nationals from China and Malaysia, in connection with cybercrime and hacking activities. This was confirmed in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, on Sunday. The operation, led by Assistant Inspector-General of Police Benneth Igweh, took place at the […]
EFCC Releases Bobrisky on Bail Following Airport Arrest and Interrogation
Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, was released on bail by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after his arrest at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Thursday night. The social media figure and cross-dresser was detained while attempting to board a flight to Amsterdam and later taken to the EFCC headquarters in […]
RCCG Investigates Alleged Misconduct by Youth Pastors Amid Controversy
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has launched an investigation into allegations of sodomy involving two of its youth pastors. Pastor Sunday Akande, RCCG’s National Overseer, confirmed to Sunday Punch that the church is addressing the matter with utmost seriousness, marking an unprecedented incident in its history. Pastor Akande explained that the accused pastors […]
Chadian Military Faces Accusations Over Fatal Airstrike on Nigerian Fishermen
The Chadian military has come under international scrutiny after reports surfaced of an airstrike that unintentionally killed multiple Nigerian fishermen on Tilma Island in Nigeria’s Lake Chad region. The strike, aimed at suspected Boko Haram militants, reportedly mistook fishermen working in the area for insurgents. This incident, reported shortly after a deadly Boko Haram assault […]
Judge Orders Mother to Appear in Son’s Cybercrime Case
Justice Ayokunle Faji of the Federal High Court in Lagos has summoned Mrs. Martha Udeh, the mother of 19-year-old Chinonso Udeh, to appear in court on November 1, 2024. Udeh faces charges of cybercrime, having pleaded guilty to accusations brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). During the court proceedings, the EFCC’s prosecutor, […]
Nigerian Air Force Conducts Major Air Strikes Against Boko Haram in Borno, Neutralizing Dozens
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) recently executed a series of successful air strikes in Borno State, targeting and neutralizing scores of Boko Haram terrorists. Among the key targets was a significant gathering site at Bula Marwa, identified as a high-level meeting point for the group’s leadership. According to Air Force spokesperson, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa, […]
40 Chadian Soldiers Killed in Boko Haram Attack Near Nigerian Border
At least 40 Chadian soldiers were killed in a recent attack by Boko Haram militants near the Lake Chad region, close to the Nigerian border. The assault targeted a garrison housing over 200 troops late Sunday. Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno responded by visiting the attack site and launching an operation to pursue the […]
NNPC Continues Search for Missing Passengers in Port Harcourt Helicopter Crash
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) reported on Sunday that no additional bodies have been recovered from Thursday’s Sikorsky SK76 helicopter crash in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, search and rescue efforts are ongoing in collaboration with local authorities. Soneye confirmed that while three bodies were […]
NSIB Expands Search Efforts in Rivers Helicopter Crash, Deploys Additional Diving Equipment
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) is intensifying search and recovery operations following the Sikorsky SK76 helicopter crash near Port Harcourt, which left five confirmed dead and three missing. The NSIB is deploying more diving equipment to aid ongoing efforts, with search teams suspending Friday’s operations at dusk and preparing for a renewed search. NSIB […]