An 18-year-old bride, Saudat Jibril, has been arrested in the Farawa area of Kano State for allegedly slitting the throat of her husband, just nine days after their wedding. The victim, 30-year-old Salisu Idris, was reportedly attacked with a sharp knife in their home. Police say the motive behind the act is still unclear. Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the Kano State Police Command, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, said: “Upon receiving the report, the Commissioner...

Amid growing concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, the Senate has resolved to hold a National Security Summit aimed at finding practical solutions to the country’s multifaceted security challenges. The summit, which will run for three days in Abuja, is expected to bring together representatives from the Federal, State, and Local Governments, alongside traditional rulers, security agencies, and student unions. It will provide a platform for all stakeholders to have frank and holistic discussions on...