Suspect arrested for kidnapping 4-year-old in Benin City
Edo State Security Corps rescues a kidnapped 4-year-old boy unhurt after a bus driver and passenger raised the alarm. The suspect, ThankGod Destiny, has been handed to the police.
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Man arrested for kidnapping 4-year-old in Edo
Edo State Security Corps operatives have arrested ThankGod Destiny for allegedly abducting a child in Benin City. Quick action by a vigilant bus driver and passenger led to the rescue. #EdoSecurity #Kidnapping
Man arrested in Edo for alleged abduction of 4-year-old
Edo State Security Corps arrests ThankGod Destiny for kidnapping a child in Benin City. Quick action by a bus driver and passenger led to the rescue. Read the full story.
Couple Arrested in Libya for Torturing, Starving Child
A Nigerian woman and her Ghanaian husband have been detained in Tripoli over the alleged torture and starvation of an orphaned child to death. The shocking case emerged on January 7, 2025.
Ex-Maid Forced to Clean Kerosene with Tongue at Age 10
Ekwotosi Okeh shares a harrowing childhood experience of domestic servitude. The techpreneur was forced to use her tongue to clean kerosene. Read her shocking story.
POS Operator Shot Dead by Robbers in Edo
Suspected armed robbers killed POS operator Raphael Eletanye, 38, on Murtala Muhammed Way, Benin City. Edo Police confirm the attack and urge public to provide information.
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.
Benin Palace Denies Assault on Veteran Filmmaker
The Benin Traditional Council has denied the Oba's involvement in the assault on Pedro Obaseki. Read the full statement and details of the incident here.
Amnesty, PDP Condemn Attack on Pedro Obaseki in Benin
Amnesty International and the PDP have condemned the barbaric abduction and public humiliation of Dr Don Pedro Obaseki in Benin City. Read the full report and calls for justice.
How Nigerian Children Live: Stark Contrasts in Childhood
Explore the dual realities of Nigerian childhood, from affluent urban life to rural poverty. Learn about the 54% in multidimensional poverty and 14.8 million out-of-school children. Discover the facts.
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.
Obaseki's Cousin Assaulted, Abducted in Benin
Ex-Edo Governor Godwin Obaseki condemns the brutal attack on his cousin, Dr Pedro Obaseki, in Benin City. He calls for a security probe and justice. Full story here.
Don Pedro Obaseki Striped Naked by Youths Over Oba Comment
Veteran filmmaker Don Pedro Obaseki recounts being harassed and striped naked by irate youths in Benin for allegedly disrespecting the Oba. Read his full account and the palace's reaction.
Thugs Attack, Strip Naked Obaseki's Cousin in Benin
Suspected thugs assaulted and stripped Don Pedro Obaseki, cousin to ex-governor Godwin Obaseki, in Benin City. The attack is linked to alleged verbal attacks on the Oba of Benin. Full story inside.
Mother Cries for Help After Husband Takes 2-Year-Old Child
A young Nigerian mother pleads for help on TikTok, alleging her husband and his family assaulted her and took her 2-year-old child. Read the full story and public reactions.
Benin Monarch Performs Rite for National Breakthroughs
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, performs the ancient Ewere rite, praying for divine guidance and breakthroughs for Edo indigenes and all Nigerians ahead of the new year.
Benin petitions CAF over VAR glitch in AFCON loss
Benin Republic submits official complaint to CAF after a VAR malfunction denied them a crucial penalty in their 1-0 AFCON 2025 defeat to DR Congo. Get the full story and reactions.
PFL Africa Finals: First Champions Crowned in Cotonou
The inaugural PFL Africa Finals in Cotonou crowned the first-ever African champions. Read about the historic fights, $100,000 winners, and the stars who attended.
Benin Coup Attempt: 10 Things About Officer Pascal Tigri
A deep dive into Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri, the discreet officer who shocked Benin by leading a failed coup. Discover his background, motives, and the ongoing manhunt.
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.
Last Batch of Kidnapped Nigerian Pupils Rescued
The final 130 children from the St. Mary's school mass abduction have been handed over to authorities. Read the full details on the rescue and Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.
Benin Ex-Minister Held in Failed Coup Probe
Former Benin defence minister Candide Azannai is in pre-trial detention over a foiled coup plot. Get the latest on the arrests and political tensions in West Africa.
Benin, Seamfix launch ePass for diaspora passport renewal
Benin Republic & Seamfix launch ePass, a digital platform for citizens abroad to renew passports online from 80+ countries. No embassy visits needed. #DigitalIdentity
US Military Denies Airstrikes in Nigeria, Benin
The US Africa Command has dismissed false claims of airstrikes on the Nigeria-Benin border. Read the official statement and details of ongoing counterterrorism cooperation.
Full 2025 AFCON Group D Squads Announced for Morocco
Complete squad lists for Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, featuring Senegal, DR Congo, Benin, and Botswana. See all the players heading to the tournament.
Fuel Tanker Crash, Explosion Rocks Benin-Auchi Road
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
Benin jails 30 over foiled coup, opposition questioned
A Beninese court has jailed around 30 people, mostly soldiers, for a failed coup. Opposition figures face questioning as President Talon's government tightens security ahead of the April handover.
Mortuary Attendant Arrested for Organ Harvesting in Edo
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Benin jails 30 over failed coup attempt
Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.
11 Rescued, 7 Still Held in Edo Highway Kidnapping
Edo police, with army and vigilantes, rescue 11 kidnapped passengers near Obarenren. Operations continue to free 7 others. Public urged to stay calm and cooperate.
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