Tori News
Minna Court Sends 25 Year Old Man to Prison Over Child Abuse
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:43:27 +0100
A Minna court has handed down a heavy punishment to a 25-year-old man convicted of abusing a 10-year-old girl, in a ruling authorities say should send a strong warning to others.
Kano Son and Mother Face Court Over Alleged Plot to Kill Father
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:32:23 +0100
A family dispute in Kano has taken a shocking turn after a man and his mother were accused of allegedly arranging the killing of a relative.
Uyo Motorcyclist Dies After Tree Crashes Down on Abak Road
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:27:28 +0100
A heavy downpour in Uyo turned tragic when a roadside tree reportedly came crashing down on a commercial motorcyclist, leaving residents shaken and raising urgent concerns over dangerous trees along major roads.
Wike Sets Abuja for Major Infrastructure Push Despite Being Abroad
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:05:21 +0100
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike may be away from Abuja for a brief break, but reports indicate he has not taken his eyes off the capital.
IK Ogbonna Returns to Nollywood After Months Away
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:52:21 +0100
IK Ogbonna is making his way back to the screen after stepping away from the spotlight following the loss of his close friend and colleague Alex Ekubo.
PTAD Pays N3.8 Billion Pension Arrears to 30,356 Retirees
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:47:39 +0100
Thousands of Nigerian pensioners have received a major financial relief after PTAD released billions of naira in outstanding payments owed under the Defined Benefit Scheme.
Madugu Breaks Silence After Super Falcons World Cup Disaster
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:39:44 +0100
Justin Madugu has reacted after the Super Falcons suffered a historic setback that has left Nigerian football fans stunned.
FG Calls on Rich Nigerians to Build More Fire Stations Across the Country
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:31:53 +0100
The Federal Government is calling on wealthy Nigerians, businesses and philanthropists to step up the fight against fire disasters by investing in more fire stations nationwide.
Ayra Starr Drops Highly Anticipated Third Album Starrgirl
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:22:26 +0100
Afrobeats star Ayra Starr has entered a new chapter with the release of her much anticipated third studio album, Starrgirl.
Bianca Censori Named Potential Witness in Kanye West Court Case
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:17:35 +0100
Bianca Censori could soon find herself at the centre of a courtroom showdown involving her husband Kanye West and his Yeezy brand.
Court Restrains Imo Government From Stopping Ugochinyeres Rallies and Billboards
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:11:26 +0100
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has issued an interim order protecting the political activities of House of Representatives member Imo Ugochinyere in Imo State.
Kano Chief Judge Frees 7 Inmates After Reviewing 82 Cases
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:53 +0100
A major jail delivery exercise in Kano has brought relief to seven detainees who had remained in custody, with the Chief Judge ordering their immediate release after reviewing their cases.
Police Arrest Two Men After Tramadol Discovery in Asaba
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:51:08 +0100
A routine stop and search in Asaba has led to the arrest of two men after police reportedly discovered a large quantity of tramadol inside their vehicle.
Professor Suspended After Speaking Out Over Abia Varsity Lecturers Pay
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:45:47 +0100
A professor at Abia State University has been suspended after taking his concerns about lecturers' pay and working conditions to social media.
FG Set to Make Agricultural Training 80 Percent Practical
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:37:18 +0100
The Federal Government is moving to transform agricultural education across polytechnics and colleges of education, with students set to spend far more time gaining hands-on skills than sitting through theory.
Modi Invites Tinubu to Major BRICS Summit in India
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:32:12 +0100
President Bola Tinubu has received a high-profile invitation from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the upcoming BRICS Leaders Summit in New Delhi.
29 Year Old Man Arrested Over Alleged Qur’an Desecration in Kebbi
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:26:06 +0100
Police in Kebbi have arrested a 29-year-old man over a disturbing allegation involving a religious text and a secretive ritual believed to have been carried out to influence a marriage.
Gunmen Abduct 14 Bus Passengers in Benue as Police Rescue Five
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:22:14 +0100
A night journey in Benue turned into a terrifying ordeal after gunmen reportedly stormed a commercial bus and forced its passengers into a nearby forest.
ICPC Uncovers Shocking Payroll Fraud as One Person Linked to 13 Salaries
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:14:38 +0100
A major payroll investigation has exposed how alleged ghost workers were being planted inside government salary systems, with some cases involving astonishing links to multiple family members and salary payments.
14 Suspects Arrested as Police Bust Major Kidnap Syndicate in Enugu
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:01:07 +0100
A major police operation in Enugu has uncovered an alleged criminal network linked to a string of kidnappings, ransom payments and a deadly attack across several states.
Blueface Under Fire After Viral Pool Incident With Pregnant Girlfriend
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:55:42 +0100
Rapper Blueface is facing intense backlash after a livestream appeared to capture a disturbing moment involving his heavily pregnant girlfriend near a swimming pool.
Tinubu Challenges INEC to Prove Its 2027 Readiness in Osun Election
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:37:16 +0100
With Osun voters heading to the polls, President Bola Tinubu has placed a major test before INEC, urging the commission to use Saturday's governorship election to prove it is ready for the 2027 general elections.
Persons With Disabilities Join Massive Support Rally for Governor Otu in Calabar
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:31:43 +0100
A colourful political gathering in Calabar drew supporters from different groups, with persons living with disabilities taking part in a show of support for Governor Bassey Otu.
Police Recover Weapons and Cult Marked Caps After Motorcycle Chase in Anambra
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:25:18 +0100
A routine police patrol in Anambra took a dramatic turn after two riders reportedly made a sudden attempt to escape, abandoning their motorcycle and a bag before disappearing into nearby bushes.
Five Arrested Over Fake Herbal Medicine Scheme in Kano
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:18:05 +0100
Police have uncovered a suspected counterfeit medicine operation in Kano after five people were arrested over an alleged scheme targeting unsuspecting customers.
Kano Releases Major Findings on Children Missing From School
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:19:07 +0100
A new survey has exposed the scale of Kano's out-of-school children problem, revealing where educational exclusion is most concentrated and raising fresh questions about what must be done next.
23 Year Old Herder Arrested Over Cattle Grazing at Jos Golf Club
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:12:14 +0100
A quiet afternoon at a popular Jos recreational facility took an unexpected turn after troops moved in over alleged unauthorized grazing.
EFCC Boss Warns Nigerian Youths Against Fast Money Trap
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:12:16 +0100
The EFCC has issued a strong warning to Nigerian youths chasing luxury without the hard work to match it, pointing to a dangerous path that could destroy years of effort in an instant.
Kano Hisbah Launches Fresh Crackdown With 60 New Patrol Vehicles
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:02:20 +0100
Kano is set for intensified Hisbah patrols after the state government boosted the agency with new vehicles and motorcycles.
INEC Begins Final Distribution of Sensitive Materials Ahead of Osun Election
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:53:06 +0100
With the Osun governorship election just hours away, INEC has begun moving sensitive materials to all 30 local government areas as preparations enter a crucial final stage.
