Good morning! Here is a roundup of the top stories making headlines across Nigeria this Thursday, July 16, 2026, covering politics, security, the economy, aviation and other major developments.
- Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of 48 Properties Linked To Ex-AGF Malami
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to the Federal Government. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik granted the order after upholding an application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
- NCAA Suspends Pilot, Bars American Aviator Over Delta Road Landing
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has barred the American pilot involved in the June 10 aircraft landing incident at Asaba Airport from operating in Nigeria and suspended the aircraft’s First Officer pending the conclusion of investigations. NCAA Director-General, Capt. Chris Najomo, announced the decision during the Airport Business Summit in Lagos.
- Nigeria’s Inflation Drops Slightly To 15.91% In June
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says Nigeria’s headline inflation rate declined marginally to 15.91 per cent in June from 15.93 per cent recorded in May. However, the bureau noted that the food inflation index rose to 17.52 per cent in June from 16.96 per cent the previous month.
- FAAC Shares N2.55 Trillion June Revenue To FG, States, LGs
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has distributed N2.55 trillion as revenue generated in June 2026 among the Federal Government, the 36 states and the 774 local government councils. The latest allocation represents an increase of N250 billion compared to the amount shared in May.
- Six Killed As Gas Truck Explodes At Army Checkpoint In Kogi
At least six people lost their lives after a gas-laden truck exploded at an Army checkpoint along the Abuja-Lokoja Expressway in Kogi State. The incident triggered an emergency response involving police officers, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and other rescue agencies.
- Tinubu To Attend UN General Assembly, Trump Meeting Likely
Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim, has confirmed that President Bola Tinubu will attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly scheduled for September in New York. Reports also suggest that a meeting between Tinubu and United States President Donald Trump may take place during the event.
- Osun Police To Prosecute 13 Suspects, Recover N2.2m Ransom
The Osun State Police Command says it will prosecute 13 suspects arrested for alleged kidnapping, cultism, ritual-related offences, stealing and other crimes. The command also announced the rescue of a kidnapped herder and the recovery of N2.2 million allegedly paid as ransom.
- Troops Rescue 13 Kidnap Victims In Zamfara
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 13 kidnapped victims during separate operations in Anka and Kaura Namoda Local Government Areas of Zamfara State. The military said the operation also disrupted planned terrorist attacks, forcing the suspects to abandon their captives and flee.
- Security Operatives Hunt Gunmen Who Abducted Kogi Principal, Students During NECO Exam
Security agencies have launched a manhunt for gunmen who abducted the principal of Government Secondary School, Odo-Ekina, four students and a NECO ad hoc staff member while an examination was in progress in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The attack occurred on Tuesday evening.
- Senate Demands Urgent Security Deployment To Benue Communities
The Senate has called for the immediate deployment of additional security personnel to communities in Benue State following renewed attacks by suspected bandits that reportedly claimed at least 20 lives. The resolution followed a motion sponsored by Senator Abba Moro, representing Benue South, urging urgent action to halt the killings.
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