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Polaris Bank Debunks Death Rumours After Lagos Island Fire Scare

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Polaris Bank Debunks Death Rumours After Lagos Island Fire Scare
Polaris Bank has denied viral claims that dozens of people died in a fire at its Broad Street branch in Lagos, insisting that no lives were lost in the incident. - Continue reading →

Kano School Death Sparks Investigation as Family Demands Truth Over 13-Year-Old Student’s Sudden Passing

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Kano School Death Sparks Investigation as Family Demands Truth Over 13-Year-Old Student’s Sudden Passing
A full police probe has been launched in Kano State after the mysterious death of a 13-year-old student at a secondary school triggered conflicting claims between school authorities and the victim’s family. - Continue reading →


Ogun Moves to Strengthen HIV Fight as Over 30,000 Patients Get Free Treatment

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Ogun Moves to Strengthen HIV Fight as Over 30,000 Patients Get Free Treatment
Ogun State says more than 30,000 people living with HIV are currently receiving free treatment, counselling and ongoing medical support across health facilities, as the government steps up efforts to reduce new infections and expand access to care. - Continue reading →

Police Clamp Down on Illegal Number Plates as 27 Vehicles Are Seized in Nasarawa

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Police Clamp Down on Illegal Number Plates as 27 Vehicles Are Seized in Nasarawa
A fresh enforcement drive in Nasarawa State has led to the seizure of 27 vehicles and the prosecution of 19 motorists caught violating vehicle registration rules. - Continue reading →

Lagos Cracks Down on Street Begging Again as 226 People Are Arrested in Fresh Sweep

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Lagos Cracks Down on Street Begging Again as 226 People Are Arrested in Fresh Sweep
Lagos authorities have stepped up enforcement against street begging with a major operation that led to the arrest of over 200 people across different parts of the state. - Continue reading →


IPC, CEMESO Urge Journalists to Prioritise Safety Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Election

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
IPC, CEMESO Urge Journalists to Prioritise Safety Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Election
Journalists preparing to cover the Ekiti governorship election are being warned to tread carefully as concerns grow over safety, political pressure, and possible clashes with security operatives during the vote. - Continue reading →

Child Removed From Home as Abuse Investigation Triggers Emergency Protection Action

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Child Removed From Home as Abuse Investigation Triggers Emergency Protection Action
Authorities have placed a child under protective care as investigations continue into the alleged abuse of a 10-year-old boy living as a domestic helper in a household. - Continue reading →

Police Detain Landlord as 23-Year-Old Nursing Student Is Found Dead in Anambra

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Police Detain Landlord as 23-Year-Old Nursing Student Is Found Dead in Anambra
A landlord has been taken into custody in Anambra State as police investigate the death of a 23-year-old nursing student found inside her residence in Alor, Idemili South. - Continue reading →

Abia Bids Emotional Farewell to Nollywood Star Alex Ekubo

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Abia Bids Emotional Farewell to Nollywood Star Alex Ekubo
Tears and tributes filled Ujari in Arochukwu as family members, government officials, and Nollywood stars gathered for the burial of actor Alex Ekubo, who passed away at 40 after a battle with kidney cancer. - Continue reading →

Customs Arrest 3 Over Rifle Smuggling, Bust Fake Recruitment Syndicate in Oyo/Osun

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Customs Arrest 3 Over Rifle Smuggling, Bust Fake Recruitment Syndicate in Oyo/Osun
The Nigeria Customs Service in the Oyo/Osun Area Command has arrested three suspects linked to an attempted smuggling of pump-action rifles, alongside another suspect accused of running a fake recruitment scheme targeting unsuspecting job seekers. - Continue reading →

CSO Demands EFCC Enforce Court Order on Disputed Abuja Properties

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
CSO Demands EFCC Enforce Court Order on Disputed Abuja Properties
A civil society group has called on the EFCC to immediately enforce a Federal High Court order placing interim forfeiture on disputed properties in Abuja’s Guzape and Katampe districts. - Continue reading →

Kwara Police Dismiss Bandit Invasion Rumour, Vow Action Against False Alarm

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Kwara Police Dismiss Bandit Invasion Rumour, Vow Action Against False Alarm
The Kwara State Police Command has debunked reports of a bandit attack in Oke-Oyi community, describing the claims as false and capable of causing unnecessary panic. - Continue reading →

EFCC Probes Enugu Prophet Over Alleged ₦70m “Spiritual Investment” Fraud

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
EFCC Probes Enugu Prophet Over Alleged ₦70m “Spiritual Investment” Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Enugu has begun investigating a self-styled cleric accused of defrauding followers of over ₦70 million through alleged fake miracles and investment schemes. - Continue reading →

Ycee Slams APC Over Insecurity, Urges Nigerians to Vote in 2027 Elections

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Ycee Slams APC Over Insecurity, Urges Nigerians to Vote in 2027 Elections
Nigerian singer Ycee has openly criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress during a livestream, expressing frustration over worsening insecurity and repeated attacks on schoolchildren across the country. - Continue reading →

Viral Slap Video Sparks Debate Over Staging, Consent and Online Clout

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Viral Slap Video Sparks Debate Over Staging, Consent and Online Clout
A short video showing two people exchanging slaps in front of a cheering crowd has gone viral online, drawing thousands of reactions and splitting opinion across social media. - Continue reading →

Fire Breaks Out at Polaris Bank on Lagos Island, Sparks Panic and Viral Misinformation

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Fire Breaks Out at Polaris Bank on Lagos Island, Sparks Panic and Viral Misinformation
A fire outbreak at a Polaris Bank building on Lagos Island caused panic in the city’s busy commercial district on Thursday morning, triggering a rapid emergency response and heavy traffic disruption around the Central Bank axis. - Continue reading →

Man Jailed After Neighbours Discover Nearly 50 Bags of Human Waste Outside Home

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Man Jailed After Neighbours Discover Nearly 50 Bags of Human Waste Outside Home
Residents finally got relief after a bizarre situation sparked outrage in a Kano community, leading to the arrest and sentencing of a man accused of creating a serious environmental nuisance. - Continue reading →

Makinde Begins Contributory Pension Scheme for New Oyo Workers

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Makinde Begins Contributory Pension Scheme for New Oyo Workers
Oyo State has officially set a date to begin its long-awaited Contributory Pension Scheme, with newly recruited government workers set to come under the new arrangement. - Continue reading →

Court Jails Man for Life Over Rape of 11-Year-Old Girl

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Court Jails Man for Life Over Rape of 11-Year-Old Girl
A years-long case has finally reached its conclusion as a court handed down a life sentence to a man found guilty of assaulting a young girl. - Continue reading →

Trump Fires Back as Controversial Iran Deal Triggers Global Reactions

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Trump Fires Back as Controversial Iran Deal Triggers Global Reactions
A major international agreement aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East has sparked fierce political debate, with sharp exchanges erupting as world leaders prepare for the next phase of negotiations. - Continue reading →

Kidnap Survivor Reveals Heartbreaking Ordeal After Months in Bandits’ Captivity

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Kidnap Survivor Reveals Heartbreaking Ordeal After Months in Bandits’ Captivity
A survivor of a prolonged abduction in Zamfara State has shared a deeply emotional account of life inside a bandit camp, describing months of suffering, loss, and unimaginable hardship. - Continue reading →

Confusion Deepens Over Senator Suspension Report as Lawmaker Denies Seeing Document

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Confusion Deepens Over Senator Suspension Report as Lawmaker Denies Seeing Document
Fresh uncertainty has emerged around a controversial Senate report after a lawmaker insisted she never reviewed the document that led to a colleague’s suspension. - Continue reading →

FG Sets Deadline to Evacuate Nigerians Fleeing South Africa Attacks

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
FG Sets Deadline to Evacuate Nigerians Fleeing South Africa Attacks
The Federal Government has moved to reassure Nigerians caught up in growing tensions abroad, promising that everyone who has requested evacuation will be brought home before a set deadline - Continue reading →

Kano Politician Challenges Government to Prove Funds Diversion Allegation

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Kano Politician Challenges Government to Prove Funds Diversion Allegation
A fresh political controversy has erupted in Kano after a prominent opposition figure demanded evidence over allegations linking him to the alleged diversion of public funds. - Continue reading →

Father Arrested After Shocking Allegations Involving Teenage Daughter

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Father Arrested After Shocking Allegations Involving Teenage Daughter
A disturbing case has sparked outrage in Kwara State after security operatives arrested a man over allegations involving a teenage family member. - Continue reading →

Lagos Doctors’ Strike Sparks Fears of Wider Healthcare Crisis

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Lagos Doctors’ Strike Sparks Fears of Wider Healthcare Crisis
Fresh concerns are mounting in Lagos as a doctors’ strike at a major teaching hospital threatens to trigger a broader healthcare disruption. - Continue reading →

Zamfara Governor Rules Out Talks With Terrorists, Insists on Military Action

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Zamfara Governor Rules Out Talks With Terrorists, Insists on Military Action
Zamfara State’s leadership has taken a hardline stance on insecurity, declaring that the government will not enter any form of negotiation with armed groups despite rising public pressure for dialogue. - Continue reading →

Uzor Arukwe Breaks Silence With Emotional Tribute to Late Actor Alex Ekubo

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Uzor Arukwe Breaks Silence With Emotional Tribute to Late Actor Alex Ekubo
Actor Uzor Arukwe has finally spoken out following the passing of his colleague, revealing that his earlier silence was driven by deep grief rather than indifference. - Continue reading →

UAE Bans Social Media Accounts for Children Under 15 in Strict New Digital Law

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
UAE Bans Social Media Accounts for Children Under 15 in Strict New Digital Law
The United Arab Emirates has introduced a sweeping new rule that bars children under the age of 15 from creating or using social media accounts, joining a growing list of countries tightening online protections for minors. - Continue reading →

Wild Snake Standoff Between Man and Reptile Goes Viral Online

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Wild Snake Standoff Between Man and Reptile Goes Viral Online
A routine walk through farmland turned into an unexpected confrontation when a man came face-to-face with a snake that refused to let him pass. - Continue reading →

Real Madrid Secure Ibrahima Konaté on Free Transfer After Liverpool Exit

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Real Madrid Secure Ibrahima Konaté on Free Transfer After Liverpool Exit
Real Madrid have completed the signing of defender Ibrahima Konaté from Liverpool on a four-year deal following the expiration of his contract, with the agreement reportedly running until 2030. - Continue reading →

Man Arraigned in Ekiti Over Early Morning Shop Break-In Theft Case

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Man Arraigned in Ekiti Over Early Morning Shop Break-In Theft Case
A young man has appeared before a magistrate court in Ekiti State over allegations of breaking into a shop and stealing household items in an early morning incident that reportedly shocked residents. - Continue reading →

Party Rift Emerges Over Aisha Yesufu’s Senate Ambition Ahead of 2027 Elections

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Party Rift Emerges Over Aisha Yesufu’s Senate Ambition Ahead of 2027 Elections
Fresh tensions are unfolding within a political party after disagreements surfaced over a prominent activist’s choice of electoral position ahead of the 2027 elections. - Continue reading →

Luxury Estates for Judges Spark Debate Over Judiciary Independence in Abuja

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Luxury Estates for Judges Spark Debate Over Judiciary Independence in Abuja
A major development in Abuja has sparked fresh debate after the federal government unveiled newly completed luxury housing estates for senior judges as part of its anniversary projects. - Continue reading →

Pregnancy Rumor Sparks Emotional Reactions During Farewell for Nollywood Star Alexx Ekubo

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Pregnancy Rumor Sparks Emotional Reactions During Farewell for Nollywood Star Alexx Ekubo
New conversations have emerged around the late Nollywood actor as his final rites draw public attention, with unconfirmed claims about his wife’s pregnancy adding an emotional twist to the mourning period. - Continue reading →

Man Jailed for Life Over Child Rape Conviction in Cross River

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Man Jailed for Life Over Child Rape Conviction in Cross River
A High Court in Calabar has sentenced a man to life imprisonment after finding him guilty of sexually assaulting a minor in a case that has drawn strong reactions from across the state. - Continue reading →

Gunmen Ambush Plateau Traditional Ruler, District Head Dies After Attack

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Gunmen Ambush Plateau Traditional Ruler, District Head Dies After Attack
A wave of shock has hit Plateau State following a deadly ambush that left a respected traditional leader dead after he was attacked while returning from a community market. - Continue reading →

Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Disturbing Subway Crime in New York

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Disturbing Subway Crime in New York
A New York court has handed down a prison sentence in a case that has shocked commuters and drawn widespread public outrage over safety in the city’s transit system. - Continue reading →

Two Nigerians Arrested in Libya Over Alleged Inflammatory Social Media Content

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Two Nigerians Arrested in Libya Over Alleged Inflammatory Social Media Content
Security authorities in Libya have detained two Nigerian nationals over allegations linked to online content said to encourage unrest and criminal activity. - Continue reading →

Arochukwu in Tears as Nollywood Star Alexx Ekubo Laid to Rest Amid Emotional Farewell

Posted on Thu 18th Jun, 2026 - tori.ng
Arochukwu in Tears as Nollywood Star Alexx Ekubo Laid to Rest Amid Emotional Farewell
Grief overwhelmed Arochukwu as the final journey of a beloved Nollywood actor brought crowds, colleagues, and family members together in a deeply emotional farewell. - Continue reading →