Ransom Demanded for Abducted Judge: Kidnappers holding Kebbi State High Court Judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, have demanded ₦200 million for his safe return, police confirmed.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Police Operations Underway: Kebbi State Commissioner of Police, Umar Muhammad Hadejia, stated that tactical teams, intelligence units, and other security personnel have been deployed to forests and strategic locations to rescue the judge and apprehend the perpetrators.

• Negotiations with Family and Court: Hadejia confirmed that the abductors have contacted Justice Bunza’s family and a registrar at the Abuja High Court to initiate ransom negotiations.

• Heightened Security Measures: Checkpoints and intensified surveillance are in place to prevent the kidnappers from moving the judge, with the police chief expressing confidence in a positive outcome.

• Public Advisory: The Commissioner urged residents to remain vigilant and advised prominent individuals to avoid unnecessary nighttime travel due to security risks.

Oshiomhole Criticizes IGP: Adams Oshiomhole, the Senator representing Edo North, faulted Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu for appearing apologetic regarding a “shoot-on-sight” statement.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Police Clarification on Force Order 237: The Nigeria Police Force previously clarified that the IGP did not issue a shoot-on-sight order, but was rather referring to Force Order 237, which outlines the legal and operational conditions for police firearm use under established Rules of Engagement.

• Call for Unhesitating Force: During a TVC News interview, Oshiomhole insisted that security operatives should shoot armed criminals without hesitation and questioned why the IGP was apologetic about the matter.

• Praise for the DSS: Oshiomhole commended the Department of State Services for appealing a court judgment that handed down life imprisonment instead of death sentences to convicted offenders.

• Stance on Judicial Sentences: The lawmaker stated that judges should implement the law rather than their personal sentiments, expressing satisfaction with the DSS for challenging the lenient sentences.

Sudden Passing in the UK: Christiana Nwosu, a Nigerian woman visiting the United Kingdom, tragically passed away from a cardiac arrest on July 19, 2026, leaving her family devastated.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• GoFundMe Campaign Launched: A fundraising appeal was established by Chijioke Metuka on behalf of the Nwosu family to help cover the costs of repatriating her remains back to Nigeria for burial.

• Financial Burden of Repatriation: The family stated that bringing her body home will cost approximately £10,000, which includes expenses for funeral directors, specialist repatriation services, documentation, air freight, local transportation, and funeral arrangements.

• Tribute to the Deceased: Metuka remembered Nwosu as a source of light, warmth, and love whose sudden death has left an unfillable gap for everyone who knew her.

• Appeal for Public Support: The family has urged the public to assist through financial contributions or by sharing the campaign link, expressing deep gratitude for any donations, prayers, and kindness during their grief.