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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.

Nigerian Sentenced to 20 Years in US for Major Fraud

Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.

Nigerian Sentenced to 60 Months for $1.3m COVID Fraud

Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.

Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu's brother, denies prison transfer

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's brother, Emmanuel, seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. The judge ruled Emmanuel, not a lawyer, could not move the motion. Read the full details.

Kanu Files Motion for Transfer from Sokoto Prison

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests transfer from Sokoto prison, citing distance from Abuja hinders his appeal. Federal High Court adjourns hearing to December 8. Read the full details.

Alex Otti Meets President Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu

Abia State Governor Alex Otti met President Bola Tinubu to discuss securing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release, following his visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.

Nigerian fraud mastermind gets 20 years in US prison

Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 20 years for orchestrating a massive bank fraud and money laundering conspiracy across the United States. Read the full details of the sophisticated scheme.

Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition over alleged cybercrime charges. The case has been adjourned to January 2026. Read the full details.

Sowore Granted Bail in Alleged Cybercrime Case

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted activist Omoyele Sowore bail on self-recognition in an alleged cybercrime case. The judge warned him against inciting statements. Read the full details.

Otti Visits Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto, Discusses Release

Abia State Governor Alex Otti visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu at Sokoto Correctional Centre, assuring him of intensified efforts for his freedom. Read the full details of the high-level visit and discussions.

Advocates Push Humane Prison Reforms in Nigeria

Nigerian stakeholders demand correctional reforms focusing on mental health, education, and rehabilitation to restore inmate dignity and reduce reoffending rates nationwide.

UK Blocks Ekweremadu's Prison Transfer to Nigeria

The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to transfer convicted former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu to serve his organ trafficking sentence at home. Get the full details.

FG, CSOs Launch Mental Health Reform in Prisons

Federal Government partners with civil society on a new mental health initiative in Nigerian prisons. Over 100 inmates and officers trained. A step towards rehabilitation and reintegration.

Delta Police Arrest Suspected Serial Killer

Delta State Police have arrested Michael Ezenwai, a suspected serial killer and prison escapee linked to multiple violent crimes, including a 2020 UNIBEN student murder. Suspect in custody.

Nnamdi Kanu Moved to Sokoto Prison Facility

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu transferred from DSS detention in Abuja to Sokoto prison. Lawyer Aloy Ejimakor raises concerns about distance from legal team. Full details emerging.

Ogun Judiciary Decongests Sagamu Correctional Centre

Ogun State Judiciary announces special intervention from Nov 24-Dec 5, 2025 to decongest Sagamu Correctional Centre through accelerated hearings and case reviews. Learn how this initiative enhances justice delivery.

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