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Kwara Monarch Kidnapped, N150m Ransom Demanded

Masked gunmen have kidnapped Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara of Bayagan in Kwara State. The kidnappers are demanding N150 million ransom for his release. Read the full details.

Okorocha's Niece Charged in N17m Land Scam

Uche David Obinali, niece of ex-Governor Rochas Okorocha, faces fraud charges for an alleged N17 million land scam in Abuja. She pleaded not guilty and was granted bail. Read the full details.

Wike revokes 1,095 Abuja property titles

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has enforced the revocation of 1,095 property titles in Abuja's key districts after owners failed to pay outstanding land charges. Discover the full details and implications.

Nigerian Man Convicted in US Romance Scam

Saheed Sunday Owolabi, a Nigerian man, faces 40 years in US prison for wire fraud and money laundering in romance scams. Read the full story of the cyber fraud conviction.

Myus.com Accused of Scamming International Customers

Florida shipping company Myus.com faces multiple fraud allegations from foreign customers claiming stolen packages. Victims report automated denials and jurisdictional barriers when seeking justice.

N600m Ransom Demand for Kidnapped Kaduna Priest

Bandits release photos of abducted Kaduna Anglican priest Ven. Edwin Achi and wife Sarah after demanding N600m ransom. The couple was kidnapped from Nissi community on October 28, 2025.

4 Killed in Asaba Land Dispute Violence

Four tenants killed, five injured in violent land clash at Asaba-Benin Expressway. Armed vigilantes opened fire during attempted eviction. Read full details of the tragedy.

Yanga FM Makes History with ₦1 Million Giveaway

Yanga FM, Nigeria's first urban-pidgin radio station, has made broadcasting history by awarding ₦1 million to its first caller. Discover how this groundbreaking moment is reshaping Nigerian radio.

TETFund opens N1.39bn female hostel in Rivers

TETFund has commissioned a new N1.39 billion, 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, to ease student accommodation. The N50m student grant is also on track.

Bandits Kill Victim After N70m Ransom in Niger

Bandits brutally murdered Usman Buhari after collecting N70 million ransom from his family in Niger State. The victim was kidnapped along Mokwa-New Bussa Road. Read more about this tragic security failure.

Actor Taye Arimoro sues Peggy Ovire for ₦100m

Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro files lawsuit against Peggy Ovire demanding ₦100 million compensation for alleged assault and rights violation on movie set. Read full details.

Man Gets 50 Years for Actor Impersonation Scam

Lagos High Court sentences fraudster to 50 years for impersonating actor Fredrick Leonard to scam woman of £15,000. EFCC secures conviction after full trial. Read details.

Owo Community Protests Army Land Takeover Bid

Residents of Governor Mbah's ancestral community protest Nigerian Army's alleged plot to dispossess them of their land despite court injunction. Calls for presidential intervention grow.

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