Aug 29, 2026

Oyo: Suspected Kidnappers Arrested as VGN Recovers Over ₦4.2m, Gun in Ipapo

Aug 29, 2026 topnews

The Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) has reportedly arrested suspected kidnappers and recovered more than ₦4.2 million in cash and a firearm during an operation in the Ipapo area of Oyo State. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at about 5:30 p.m. in the Alaganran area of Oke Amu, near Ipapo. According to an account attributed to the VGN, some of its operatives were on patrol when they intercepted three men travelling on a motorcycle. One of the men, identified as Abubakar, was searched and allegedly found…

Russian Chess Official, 36, Dies After Suspected Malaria Following Nigeria Trip

Aug 29, 2026Aug 29, 2026 topnews

A 36-year-old Russian chess official, Sergei Indeikin, has died after reportedly developing a severe form of malaria following a work trip to Nigeria. Indeikin, who served as an operational manager and delegate of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), travelled to Abuja in early August for the FIDE World Amateur Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships. The tournament was held from August 1 to 8, with Indeikin listed among the FIDE officials involved in the event. According to reports from Russian media, Indeikin began feeling ill after leaving Nigeria for Uzbekistan. He…