Skip to content
Top Menu
September 2, 2025
  • Home
  • Blueprint Corporate Profile
  • About Us
    • Blueprint Online Team
    • Mission Statement
  • Contact Us
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Privacy Policy
  • Home
  • Blueprint Corporate Profile
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Privacy Policy

Blueprint Newspapers Limited

Blueprint gives you the latest Nigerian news in one place. Read the news behind the news on burning National issues in Nigeria and the world, Kannywood, Videos and the Military

  • Home
  • Top Stories
    • Editor’s Picks
    • Blueprint Newspaper Headlines Today
    • Breaking News
    • Education
    • Metro
    • Arts & Books
    • Nigerian News
  • Business
    • Agriculture
    • ICT
  • Arts & Books
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
    • Columns
    • Letters
    • Features
    • Interview
    • Religion
    • Women
  • Entertainment
  • Health
  • Judiciary
  • Politics
  • Security & Crime
  • Sports
  • World Stage
  • Photo Story
  • Video News
Main Menu

Tag: Criminals

IMG 20210821 WA0009
Security & Crime / Top Stories

Jos killings: Plateau govt hands over 49 survivors, preaches forgiveness

August 21, 2021August 21, 2021 - by Muhammad Tanko Shittu, Jos

Plateau state deputy governor, Prof. Sonny Tyoden, has pleaded for forgiveness from the people of Ondo state, over the attack and killing that claimed lives in Jos, one week ago. …

Jos killings: Plateau govt hands over 49 survivors, preaches forgiveness Read More
Boko Haram insurgents
Nigerian News

Insecurity: Tide turning against Boko Haram, ISWAP, says APC group

August 19, 2021August 19, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

A voluntary think-tank group of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC) on the platform of Legacy Awareness and Campaign (APC-LAC), said the tide has turned against the dreaded Boko Haram …

Insecurity: Tide turning against Boko Haram, ISWAP, says APC group Read More
BUHARI WITH NEW SERVICE CHIEFS STAND
Politics

Buhari meets security chiefs Thursday

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021 - by Abdullahi M. Gulloma

President Muhammadu Buhari will on Thursday confer with security chiefs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The President returned to Abuja last Friday after 18 days in London, during which he …

Buhari meets security chiefs Thursday Read More
police 43
Nigerian News / Security & Crime

Police arrest 2 fake ASP, others in Delta

August 4, 2021August 4, 2021 - by Amaechi Okwara

Delta State Police on Wednesday arrested two fake Assistant Superintendent of Police, Mr Bankole Odusi, and Samuel Idowu on their way to Imo state. They were conveying a Tokumbo vehicle …

Police arrest 2 fake ASP, others in Delta Read More
Police 4
Nigerian News

Youth leader killed, others injured as cultists clash in Akwa Ibom

July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 - by Uko Etim

Suspected cultists numbering about 18 have shot dead the Youths’ President of Atai Ibiaku community in Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom state. It was gathered that the cultists …

Youth leader killed, others injured as cultists clash in Akwa Ibom Read More
IMG 20210723 WA0031
Nigerian News

Police arrest 61 suspected criminals in Nasarawa

July 23, 2021July 23, 2021 - by Mohammed Yangida,

The Nasarawa state police command Friday said it has arrested 61 criminal suspects in the state. The state’s commissioner of Police (CP), Bola Longe, made the disclosure at a press …

Police arrest 61 suspected criminals in Nasarawa Read More
Gov. Bala Mohammed
Nigerian News

Expose sponsors of criminality in Bauchi, APC challenges Bala

July 22, 2021July 22, 2021 - by Najib Sani

The Bauchi state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted to the recent statement credited to the state governor Bala Mohammed who claimed that he knows the people …

Expose sponsors of criminality in Bauchi, APC challenges Bala Read More
NSCDC Boss
Nigerian News

Sallah: NSCDC boss orders massive deployment nationwide

July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Ahmed Audi, has ordered a massive deployment of officers and men of the corps to every nooks and …

Sallah: NSCDC boss orders massive deployment nationwide Read More
download 6
Nigerian News

Governor Bello calls for establishment of NAF base in kogi

July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 - by Benjamin Samson

The Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello, has called for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Kogi state. According a statement by Director of Public Relations …

Governor Bello calls for establishment of NAF base in kogi Read More
tmp cam 4510834195074991206
Nigerian News

Army Day Celebration: Buhari hails Army for saving Nigeria from disintegration

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 - by Benjamin Samson

President Muhammadu Buhari has commended the Nigerian Army for saving the nation from disintegration. The President also reiterated the commitment of his administration to provide adequate funding and equipments for …

Army Day Celebration: Buhari hails Army for saving Nigeria from disintegration Read More
NSCDC Boss
Nigerian News

NSCDC boss sets up panel to probe fake employment scam

July 5, 2021July 5, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

The Commandant General of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Ahmed Audi, has set up a committee of enquiry to investigate the individuals or group of persons behind the …

NSCDC boss sets up panel to probe fake employment scam Read More
download 2
Nigerian News

Army to Gumi: Our personnel not colluding with bandits

June 24, 2021June 24, 2021 - by Benjamin Samson

The Nigerian Army has refuted comments by Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi that its personnels are colluding with bandits.Sheikh Gumi had when appearing on ARISE TV Morning Show on Wednesday, 23 …

Army to Gumi: Our personnel not colluding with bandits Read More
tara
Nigerian News

Taraba: Angry youth burn houses over businessman’s killing

June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 - by Andrew Ojih

Angry youth Monday set several houses ablaze in Angwan Loh in Donadda town of Lau local government council of Taraba state to protest the killing of a young businessman identified …

Taraba: Angry youth burn houses over businessman’s killing Read More
Pic.22. Niger govt 600x375 1
Nigerian News

Security agencies now speaking language bandits, IPOB, others understand- APC group

June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

A group of the ruling All Progressives Congress on the platform of APC Legacy and Awareness Campaign (APC-LAC) said peace has gradually returning to the country because the security agencies …

Security agencies now speaking language bandits, IPOB, others understand- APC group Read More
IMG 20210611 WA0029
Security & Crime

Zamfara: Bandits kill 50 in fresh attack

June 12, 2021June 12, 2021 - by Sanusi Muhammad, Gusau

No fewer than 50 People have been reported killed by Bandits in five villages of Zurmi Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara state in a fresh attack. Witness identified as …

Zamfara: Bandits kill 50 in fresh attack Read More
IMG 20210326 WA0017
Nigerian News

Northern group commends Armed Forces of Nigeria’s joint operations in region

June 8, 2021June 9, 2021 - by Benjamin Samson

A group, the Northern Solidarity Forum (NSF) has commended the ongoing joint military operations aimed at tackling insurgency, banditry, and other forms criminality in some parts of the region by …

Northern group commends Armed Forces of Nigeria’s joint operations in region Read More
2dd32a71 isa pantami
Nigerian News

Pantami: Nigeria begins production of SIM cards, Smartphones

June 3, 2021June 3, 2021 - by Bode Olagoke

Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, said the country now has capacity to produce SIM cards and iPhone for the continent of Africa. The minister said henceforth importation …

Pantami: Nigeria begins production of SIM cards, Smartphones Read More
AIRFORCE PLANE
Nigerian News

Insecurity: A-29 Super Tucano aircraft will boost battle against insurgency, other criminalities – Adigun

June 2, 2021June 2, 2021 - by Bayo Agboola,

The Vice Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Air Force, Hon Abass Adigun (Agboworin), has declared that the 12 units of A-29 Super Tucano aircraft ordered by the federal government …

Insecurity: A-29 Super Tucano aircraft will boost battle against insurgency, other criminalities – Adigun Read More
IMG 20210527 WA0014
Security & Crime

Pan-Nigeria group commends Buhari’s choice of Farouk Yahaya as COAS

May 30, 2021May 30, 2021 - by Admin III

A pan-Nigeria group, Nigeria First, has applauded President Muhammadu Buhari’s choice of Major General Farouk Yahaya as late Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru’s successor for the position of Chief of Army …

Pan-Nigeria group commends Buhari’s choice of Farouk Yahaya as COAS Read More
Kano map 680x375 1
Opinion

Kano: Your phone or your life, who is to blame? By Alhassan A. Bala

May 30, 2021May 30, 2021 - by Alhassan A. Bala

It is a well-known fact that cities all over the globe experience one kind of criminality or the other, this may not be unconnected with the cosmopolitan nature of those …

Kano: Your phone or your life, who is to blame? By Alhassan A. Bala Read More
Nigerian Army Logo
Nigerian News

Army Kills 7 IPOP/ESN terrorists, arrest 5 in Rivers

May 30, 2021May 30, 2021 - by Benjamin Samson

The Nigerian Army Saturday said troops of 6 Division Garrison, Port Harcourt and 29 Battalion in conjunction with operatives of Nigerian Police, DSS, and NSCDC on Thursday, killed 7 Indigenous …

Army Kills 7 IPOP/ESN terrorists, arrest 5 in Rivers Read More
download 5 6
Nigerian News

Iseyin killing: Elders demand prosecution of Customs officers

May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 - by Admin III

The Iseyin Elders Council (IEC) on Friday called on President Muhammadu Buhari to order the arrest and immediate prosecution of officers and men of the Nigeria Customs that killed five …

Iseyin killing: Elders demand prosecution of Customs officers Read More
Nigeria Police Constable Recruitment
Nigerian News

Stop arming criminals with charms, Police tell native doctors

May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 - by Admin III

The Police Command in Ebonyi state has warned native doctors against providing criminals with charms to perpetrate criminal activities in the state. The state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP …

Stop arming criminals with charms, Police tell native doctors Read More
HERO Hong Kong the Worlds Meeting Place
World Stage

No foreign interference able to undermine rule of law in Hong Kong

May 14, 2021May 14, 2021 - by Zhong Sheng

The rule of law is never to be played with, and those who go against the laws shall never escape punishment. The District Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative …

No foreign interference able to undermine rule of law in Hong Kong Read More
nigerian army
Nigerian News

Troops kill 4 bandits’ commanders, 48 others in Zamfara

May 10, 2021May 10, 2021 - by Benjamin Samson

…rescue 18 hostages, recover arms The Nigerian army on Monday said troops deployed in the fight against bandits in the North-west region of the country have killed 48 bandits and …

Troops kill 4 bandits’ commanders, 48 others in Zamfara Read More

Posts pagination

Previous 1 2 3 Next

Trending

How your social media reputation could secure you a loan

Africa’s youngsters are far more likely to access financial services ...

N780Bn MTN Fine: FG sets conditions for out-of- court settlement

The Federal government has outline conditions including the payment of ...

DPR and Nigeria’s prosperity By Mohammed Dauda Eibo

One thing men of clout have in common is their ...

Kaduna: Foundation flags off JAMB CBT training for 5,000 students 

  The Hon Shehu ABG Foundation has flagged off its ...

Recent Updates

  • Nigeria, Colombia sign MoU to strengthen political, economic, bilateral ties September 1, 2025
  • Impact of subsidy removal on states: The Oyo state example September 1, 2025
  • Army arrests soldier for selling ammunition to terrorists, rescues 8 kidnapped victims  September 1, 2025
  • Excitement as Nigerian tech firm unveils ground-breaking platforms September 1, 2025
  • Amadiebube Mbama: Igbo leader laments neglect of Ibiasoegbe/Ofeahia communities September 1, 2025
  • Official: Nigeria’s Samuel Chukwueze joins Fulham September 1, 2025
  • Police intercept suspected gunrunners, seize GPMG, ammunition in Katsina September 1, 2025
  • Army rescues 15,  arrest 13, eliminates scores of terrorists in nationwide crack down  September 1, 2025
  • From Brasilia with love September 1, 2025
  • Guehi’s move to Liverpool collapses September 1, 2025
  • 2025 UTME: JAMB gives institutions deadlines for admission of prospective students September 1, 2025
  • Nigerian secures $140,000 grant, takes PadHer initiative to Ghana September 1, 2025
  • FCC promotes 375 staff on merit  September 1, 2025
  • Lessons from Abuja-Kaduna derailment September 1, 2025
  • Stakeholders collaborate towards stronger migration governance frameworks in ECOWAS  September 1, 2025
  • The benefits of appointing David Kente September 1, 2025
  • U.S. Embassy, Consulate to shuts for Labour Day  September 1, 2025
  • Tinubu mourns ex-IGP Arase  September 1, 2025
  • Beyond the sudden surge in foreign reserves  September 1, 2025
  • Akwa Ibom debunks 15% workers’ salary deduction  September 1, 2025
  • NEGF cries out over humanitarian crisis in North-east   September 1, 2025
  • Why Is the U.S. embassy silently canceling Nigerians’ visas? September 1, 2025
  • EFCC and the anti-corruption fight September 1, 2025
  • FG, OFAB leverage on GMO to boost food security, public health September 1, 2025
  • Enforce Executive Order on drug prices, APC chieftain tells Tinubu  September 1, 2025
  • Kano CSOs warn govt, security agencies, others against gagging press September 1, 2025
  • Police nab notorious human trafficker, rescue 2 victims in Akwa Ibom   September 1, 2025
  • 2027: Moghalu proposes one-term, six-year presidency in Nigeria  September 1, 2025
  • FCT SAPZ sensitises farmers on climate-smart agricultural practices  September 1, 2025
  • Alia condoles with Benue NUJ over loss of 2 members September 1, 2025

Opinion

From Brasilia with love

"At a time when protectionism and unilateralism have been making a comeback, Nigeria and Brazil reaffirm their bet on free ...

The benefits of appointing David Kente

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership requires loyalists like David Kente to solidify its ...

Beyond the sudden surge in foreign reserves 

Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves first broke the records in November 2024 when it leisurely crossed the $40 billion mark. It ...

Ibrahim Masari: The quiet strategist in Tinubu’s inner circle

In the turbulent and often unpredictable terrain of Nigerian politics, some of the most influential figures are not the ones ...

Column

Transforming South-East with strategic federal presence

If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, then Mohammed must go to the mountain. This is a time-honoured maxim, ...

The Abuja ‘one chance’ menace

The capital of a nation represents its symbol. A visitor may not necessarily traverse the entire country to form their ...

Tinubu’s airport infrastructure master plan will fix gaps – Air Peace

Nigeria’s leading airline Air Peace Chairman, Dr Allen Onyema has described the country’s aviation sector as one poised for a ...

Weaponising orientation for attitudinal change

It will take a miracle to attempt to straighten a dry fish without reducing it to smithereens. That is the ...

About Us

Blueprint Newspapers is a Nigerian daily print newspaper founded and published in Abuja, Nigeria. While https://blueprint.ng is the online version

Managing Director & CEO: Salisu Umar, umar_s753@yahoo.com

Vice Chairman & CEB: Zainab Suleiman Okino, zainabsule@yahoo.com

Executive Director-Finance & Accounts: Ajibola Oyetubo

Editorial Director: Clem Oluwole

Associate Director-Administration & HR: Nuhu Sani

Associate Director, Southern Operations: Vera Chidi Maha

Associate Director, Letters, Opinions & Pages: Chamba Simeh

General Manager, Business and Strategy: Aminu Ado Ibrahim

Editor (Daily): Abdulrahman A. Abdulrauf, rahmanrauf@yahoo.com

Editor(Weekend): Adoyi M. Aba

Online Editor: Ikenna Okonkwo, iykevic85@gmail.com

Tel: +234803 348 9034, +234 806 413 5603 or +2348101737507

Copyright © 2025 Blueprint Newspapers Limited.
Powered by WordPress and HitMag.