Five Arrested in Abuja for Illegal Mining, Impersonation
NSCDC's Mining Marshals arrest five men in Kuje, Abuja, for illegal mining and impersonating security officials. Suspects used a marked Hilux to bypass checkpoints. Read more.
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41 Die in South Africa Circumcision Initiation
At least 41 young men have died in South Africa's traditional initiation schools. Authorities blame negligence and illegal facilities. Read the full report.
Firm Disputes FHA Claims Over Gwarinpa Land
Tulwu Integrated Ltd counters Federal Housing Authority's encroachment allegations, presents documents, and claims illegal demolition and assault occurred. The court case continues in January 2026.
Bayelsa Bans Timber Transport, Stops Dredging
Bayelsa State Government bans movement of forest products and suspends all dredging activities from January 1, 2026. Commissioner Ebi Ben Ololo warns of arrests for violators. Protect the environment now!
Army Arrests 19 Oil Thieves, Destroys 22 Illegal Refining Sites
Nigerian Army's 6 Division, in a sustained operation, has arrested 19 suspects and dismantled 22 illegal refining hubs in the Niger Delta, recovering over N150 million worth of stolen crude. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Substitute Teacher, Boyfriend Face Child Abuse Charges
A former Texas substitute teacher and her boyfriend are jailed on charges of aggravated assault of a child and possessing illegal material. Read the full story.
Army arrests 19 oil thieves, destroys 22 bunkering hubs
Nigerian Army's 6 Division, in a major crackdown, has arrested 19 suspects and destroyed 22 illegal refining sites in the Niger Delta, recovering stolen products worth over ₦150 million. Read the full report.
Police recover illegal firearm in Lagos stop-and-search
Lagos Police recover a locally made firearm in Ishashi during a routine patrol. The command reaffirms stop-and-search as a key crime prevention strategy. Read more on the latest security efforts.
Northern Governors' Bold Security Plan for Regional Recovery
Northern Governors and traditional rulers have launched a unified security plan, suspending mining for 6 months and creating a N1bn monthly fund. Can this bring lasting peace?
Lawal Seeks Security Collaboration, Chinese Firms Deny Illegality
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal urges stronger federal security collaboration to tackle insecurity. Meanwhile, Chinese mining companies deny involvement in illegal activities and fueling terrorism.
Why Insecurity Persists in Northcentral, Northwest — Experts
New research reveals how illegal mining, weak governance, and community exclusion drive violence in North-Central and North-West Nigeria. Experts warn blanket bans may worsen the crisis. Discover the evidence-based solutions.
Crisis Over Alleged Illegal Land Takeover in Anambra
Tension erupts in Anambra's Oze as armed men allegedly backed by officials seize land, destroy property. Residents petition Gov. Soludo, demand justice. #AnambraCrisis
48-Year-Old Bags 13 Months Service for Sanitation Offences
A Lagos court sentences Makinde Rasaq to 13 months community service for multiple sanitation violations. LAWMA warns residents against indiscriminate waste disposal.
Chinese Miners Deny Funding Terrorism in Nigeria
The China Mining Federation of Nigeria refutes allegations of funding terrorism, stating Chinese firms are victims of insecurity. Experts call for urgent action on illegal mining in Zamfara.
Two Arrested for Impersonating COAS in Edo State
Nigerian troops arrest two suspects impersonating the Chief of Army Staff in Edo. In nationwide operations, terrorists are killed, kidnap victims rescued, and illegal oil sites destroyed. Read the full report.
16 Nigerians Arrested in India for Illegal Activities
Indian police arrested 16 Nigerians without valid visas at a farmhouse raid for illegal liquor and gambling. Cash and alcohol worth lakhs seized. Read details.
Trump Offers $3,000 to Migrants for Self-Deportation
The Trump administration tripled its cash incentive to $3,000 for migrants who voluntarily leave the US by year-end. DHS warns of arrest for those who stay. Read details.
TCN clears illegal structures from Enugu transmission corridor
TCN has removed dangerous fences and buildings encroaching on the Ugwuaji-Makurdi 330kV line in Enugu. The action aims to prevent accidents and ensure reliable power supply. Learn the mandatory safety clearances.
Security Experts Urge Tinubu to Halt Zamfara Illegal Mining
Nigerian security experts call on President Tinubu to take immediate action against illegal mining in Zamfara, warning it fuels banditry and funds armed groups. Read the full report.
Experts: Curb Illegal Mining to End Banditry in North
Security experts call on President Tinubu to urgently stop illegal mining in Zamfara, citing it as a major source of funding for bandits and a cause of insecurity.
Police arrest armed robbery suspect with two rifles in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest Segun Adenekan, alias 'Expensive', for illegal possession of firearms after he brandished weapons during a dispute. Investigation ongoing to trace gun source. Report suspicious activities.
Nigerian pleads guilty to US firearm fraud
Laurel Echezonam, a 25-year-old Nigerian, pleaded guilty to lying about his immigration status to buy a firearm in Mississippi. He faces up to 10 years in prison. Read the full details.
Nigeria Bans Wood Export to Curb Deforestation
The Federal Government has imposed an immediate ban on wood and charcoal exports, revoking all licenses to protect Nigeria's forests. Learn the details and legal backing of this decisive environmental move.
Federal Government Imposes Total Ban on Wood Export
Nigeria bans all wood exports to fight illegal logging. Minister Balarabe Lawal announces the policy, citing environmental protection. Read the full details and implications.
Lagos Demolishes Mile 12, Leaves Thousands Homeless
Lagos State government demolishes homes, a hospital, and a school in Mile 12, rendering thousands homeless. Residents decry lack of notice and relocation plans. #LagosDemolition #Mile12
FCDA Demolishes Abuja Estate Despite Court Order
Federal Capital Development Authority officials, with police, demolished structures in River Park Estate, Abuja, ignoring a court injunction. Read the full report on the escalating land dispute.
Pregnant Woman Assaulted in Abuja Property Demolition
A pregnant woman was beaten and dragged by FHA security during a demolition on disputed land in Abuja, despite an active court case ordering status quo. Read the shocking details.
12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
Migrant swallows vape battery to stop deportation
An illegal migrant convicted of child sex offences swallowed a vape battery in a calculated bid to avoid deportation from the UK. Read the full details of the case and the ongoing legal battle.
29 Footballers Arrested in Turkish Betting Scandal
Turkish prosecutors order the arrest of 46 people, including 29 football players, in a major illegal betting investigation. Key details and fallout inside.
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