Lil Durk Released From Solitary Confinement
American rapper Lil Durk is out of solitary confinement after five months. His lawyers argued the conditions were 'cruel and unusual.' His murder trial is now delayed until April.
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DSS Admits Woman Died in Custody After 2021 Arrest
Activists Sowore and Adeyanju reveal DSS confirmed Calista Ifedi died in Wawa Barracks custody after being arrested in 2021 for allegedly selling food to IPOB members. Demand justice.
Peller Recounts Jail Experience, Laments Celebrity Snub
Popular content creator Peller opens up about his traumatic week in jail after a car crash, detailing his emotional breakdown and the celebrities who turned their backs on him.
FG Secures Release of Nigerian Pastor in Benin After 2 Years
The Federal Government has secured the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji from detention in Benin Republic after over two years. Read the full story of diplomatic intervention.
US ICE Detains Ghana's Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests Ghana's ex-finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta in Virginia. He faces corruption charges in Ghana and was declared a fugitive. Full details here.
Ghana's Fugitive Ex-Minister Ofori-Atta Held in US
Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana's former finance minister wanted for corruption, is detained by US immigration. His legal team expects a swift resolution. Read the full story.
Amnesty Condemns Arrest Over Social Media Criticism
Amnesty International Nigeria demands the immediate release of Abubakar Salim Musa, arrested in Abuja for online posts. This is a blatant attack on free speech. #FreeSpeech #Nigeria
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine Surrenders to Serve 3-Month Sentence
Controversial rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has surrendered to a Brooklyn jail to serve a three-month sentence for violating supervised release. Get the full details on his surrender and what's next.
Girl Hospitalised After Alleged Assault by Stepfather in Lagos
A young girl, Chilotam, is hospitalised after her stepfather allegedly hit her with a plank containing nails. The incident, reported by a neighbour, highlights ongoing child maltreatment. Read the full report and the community's call for justice.
Palestine Activist in Critical Danger After 57-Day Hunger Strike
Heba Muraisi, on a 57-day hunger strike, is losing her ability to speak. She and other activists protest their detention. Read the full story on their health crisis.
Ex-AGF Malami Accuses EFCC of Defying Court Bail Order
Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami condemns EFCC's continued detention despite a court-granted bail. Read the full details of the legal standoff in Abuja.
Man Freed from Edo Cell Thanks Harrison Gwamnishu
Onah Abba shares his ordeal of unjust detention and how activist Harrison Gwamnishu helped him and others get bail from Edo State CID. Watch the trending video.
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu Regains Freedom from Police Detention
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu is free after two weeks in police custody over a controversial N20m ransom case in Edo. He denies arrest, praises police professionalism. Full story inside.
NAF Personnel Released in Burkina Faso, En Route Home
Nigerian Air Force personnel detained in Burkina Faso have been released and are heading to Portugal via Ghana. Get the full details on the diplomatic resolution.
Court Grants Bail to Activist Harrison Gwamnishu
Edo High Court grants bail to activist Harrison Gwamnishu, detained over a controversial N20 million ransom negotiation for an abducted couple. Read the full details of the case.
Court Dismisses Malami's Bail Application
FCT High Court dismisses ex-AGF Abubakar Malami's bail plea, backing EFCC's detention. Justice Hassan cites valid remand order. Full details inside.
EFCC Arrests Herbalists with Counterfeit Millions
EFCC operatives arrest five herbalists in Osun and Lagos with counterfeit $3.4m and €280k. The syndicate defrauded victims of millions under pretence of spiritual cleansing. Read the full details.
Protesters Storm Anti-Graft Agencies Over NMDPRA Boss
EUYI protesters demand swift ICPC, EFCC investigation into allegations against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, following claims by Aliko Dangote. The group warns that silence erodes public trust.
EFCC Raids Malami's Homes Over Salami Report Chapter 9
Operatives of the EFCC have raided the offices and residences of former AGF Abubakar Malami. His aide alleges the searches are linked to the contentious Chapter 9 of the Salami Report. Read the full story.
Group Calls for Probe into $5M School Fees for NMDPRA CEO's Kids
Civil society groups demand President Tinubu and EFCC investigate claims NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed paid $5M in school fees. They stress transparency is vital for public trust. Read the full story.
Woman sues IGP, EFCC, husband over rights violation
Mabel Hussaini files suit against IGP, EFCC, and estranged husband for unlawful arrest and detention. She demands N50m in damages and a halt to police interference in civil matters. Read the full story.
Kenyan Priest Opts for Deportation from US
A Kenyan priest and Texas state employee, detained for two months by ICE, chooses voluntary departure. His lawyers call it a strategic legal move to protect future US entry rights. Read the full story.
Reps to Probe Nigerian Aircraft Detention in Burkina Faso
The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.
Buhari Book: EFCC, Not Emefiele, Created Naira Redesign
A new biography reveals the controversial naira redesign was an EFCC plan to starve vote buyers. Discover the untold story behind Nigeria's cash crisis.
Buhari's Naira Redesign Aimed at Curbing Vote-Buying, Book Says
A new book unveils that former President Muhammadu Buhari approved the controversial naira redesign to tackle election vote-buying, not to target any political party. Get the full details here.
Activist Demands Tinubu Suspend NMDPRA CEO After Dangote Claim
Political activist Timi Frank calls on President Tinubu to suspend NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed for a probe into a $5 million school fees allegation raised by Aliko Dangote. Read the full details and implications for Nigeria's anti-corruption fight.
House Probes Detention of Nigerian Air Force Crew in Burkina Faso
The House of Representatives investigates the detention of 11 NAF personnel in Burkina Faso, mandates committees to secure their release. Diplomatic efforts ongoing.
EFCC Opposes Chris Ngige's Bail Application in Court
EFCC opposes bail for ex-Minister Chris Ngige, citing breach of administrative bail terms. Court adjourns ruling to December 18, 2025. Read the full details.
Court Defers Ruling on Chris Ngige's Bail Plea
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has postponed its decision on former Labour Minister Chris Ngige's bail request. Ngige faces EFCC charges over alleged N2.2bn contract fraud. Read the latest details.
CSOs Petition EFCC Over Corruption Claims in BPP
Civil society groups have urged the EFCC to investigate serious graft allegations against BPP's leadership. The Bureau denies all claims, citing transparency reforms. Read the full details.
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