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Court Remands Nigerien for ₦351.5m Fraud

A Federal High Court in Ikoyi has ordered the remand of a Niger Republic national, Isiaka Ibrahim, over an alleged ₦351.5 million fraud. Read the full details of the charges and court proceedings.

Regina Daniels Denies Stealing $40k, Blames Ned Nwoko

Nollywood actress Regina Daniels refutes claims she stole $40,000 from Ned Nwoko's home, alleging he is behind arrest warrants for her family. The live video drama unfolds amid a bitter custody battle.

Airport Police Nab Suspect in N1bn Romance Fraud

A 20-year-old man was arrested at MMIA Lagos over a massive international romance and celebrity fraud scheme exceeding ₦1 billion. Read the full details of the police operation.

Apply Now: FG's ₦500k YEIDEP Grant Portal Opens

The Federal Government has reopened the YEIDEP Batch B portal, offering non-repayable grants up to ₦500,000 for young Nigerian entrepreneurs. Learn eligibility, steps, and tips to apply successfully.

Stepbrother Shot Dead Over N4,000 Debt in Ogun

Ogun State Police arrest Lekan Lasisi for allegedly shooting his stepbrother dead during a dispute over a N4,000 debt in Abule Tuntun. The suspect claims the gun discharged accidentally.

Taraba Speaker's N1,000 Christmas Gift Clarified

The Taraba State House of Assembly and the Zing Watch Group have clarified reports on Speaker John Bonzena's N1,000 Christmas gesture. Get the full details and official statements here.

Burna Boy Gives VDM $145K for Charity

Nigerian singer Burna Boy has donated $145,000 to activist Verydarkman for charity work, including freeing inmates and paying hospital bills. See fan reactions.

Nigerian Convicted in US for $7.5M Fraud

Olusegun Samson Adejorin, a Nigerian national, faces decades in US prison after a federal jury convicted him of wire fraud and identity theft targeting charities. Sentencing is set for April 2026.

Ngige Granted Bail in ₦2.2bn Fraud Case

Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.

Worker stabs supervisor over N10,000 debt in Rivers

A 35-year-old construction worker, Joshua, is in police custody after allegedly stabbing his supervisor into a coma over a N10,000 payment dispute in Ikwerre LGA. The victim is hospitalized, calling for justice.

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.

PSC Plans Recruitment of 50,000 Police Officers

The Police Service Commission has held a stakeholders meeting to plan the transparent, technology-driven recruitment of 50,000 new police officers, emphasizing Federal Character and gender inclusivity. Learn the details.

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