Police Recover Rifles, Ammo in Delta Kidnapper Raid
Delta Police Command recovers firearms and ammunition in Agbarho raid. CP Aina Adesola vows sustained operations against criminals. Read the full details.
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Police Foil Kidnap Plot, Recover Arms in Delta
Delta Police disrupt a kidnap gang in Agbarho, recovering firearms and the suspects' abandoned meal. CP Adesola vows to keep the state hostile to criminals. Read the full story.
Police Arrest Two Wanted Robbery Suspects in Nasarawa
Nasarawa Police Command apprehends Kabiru Isah and Monday Bulus, recovering firearms. The suspects were under surveillance before their arrest in Lafia. Read more.
Man Sentenced to Death for Raping Minor in Jigawa
A Jigawa High Court has sentenced Abubakar Muhd to death by hanging for raping a 15-year-old boy. The landmark ruling under the VAPP Law includes a N5 million compensation order. Read the full details.
Ebonyi Police: 1,733 Suspects Arrested, 41 Guns Recovered
Ebonyi State Police Command reports major 2025 successes: 1,733 arrests, recovery of 41 firearms including AK-47s, and rescue of 9 kidnap victims. CP Uche-Anya pledges enhanced community policing for 2026.
Police Bust Crime Syndicate, Recover Weapons in Delta
Delta State Police Command arrests key suspects, recovers cache of high-grade weapons in operations across Delta, Bayelsa, and Rivers states. Read the full details of the breakthrough.
Police Bust Kidnap Syndicate, Recover Firearms in Delta
Delta Police Command arrests key suspects, recovers high-grade weapons in major crackdown on inter-state kidnapping and armed robbery syndicate. CP Adesola vows sustained action.
Nigerians Use 'Loan Refund' Narration to Avoid New Tax Charges
A Nigerian lady's viral TikTok video reveals how vendors are asking customers to use 'loan refund' in bank transfer descriptions to evade new 2026 tax laws, sparking a major online debate.
Man Sends N1m, Debunks New Tax Law Rumours
A Nigerian man shares his experience after sending over N1 million under the new tax law, clarifying there were no extra deductions. Read his story and public reactions.
Man Questions New Tax Policy, Sparks National Debate
A Nigerian man's viral questions about the 2026 tax reform have ignited a fierce debate on fairness, government benefits, and who should pay. Read the full story.
Barber Adds VAT to Haircuts Ahead of 2026 Tax Law
A Nigerian man's viral post reveals his barber adding a 7.5% VAT charge from January 1, 2026, sparking debate on the new tax law's reach. Read more about the public reaction.
Nigerian Lawyers Divided Over Two-Year Pupillage Bill
A bill proposing a mandatory two-year apprenticeship for new lawyers in Nigeria has divided the legal profession. Explore the arguments from senior advocates and young graduates.
Police Arrest 22, Recover Arms, Drugs Nationwide
Nigeria Police arrest 22 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. Firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs recovered in major nationwide operations. Read details.
Man Studies Law for 8 Years, Denied Certificate
A Nigerian man shares his heartbreaking ordeal of spending eight years studying law at a university only to be told he is not a student and denied his certificate. Read his full story and public reactions.
Police arrest armed robbery suspect with two rifles in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest Segun Adenekan, alias 'Expensive', for illegal possession of firearms after he brandished weapons during a dispute. Investigation ongoing to trace gun source. Report suspicious activities.
Police arrest suspected armed robber, recover firearms in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest Adenekan Segun, alias 'Expensive', in Abeokuta. Two pump-action rifles recovered. CP Lanre Ogunlowo commends swift response, urges public vigilance.
CSOs Hail Acquittal of Emmanuel Acha in Landmark Case
Civil society groups celebrate the court's discharge of Emmanuel Acha, detained over 200 days on firearms charges. A victory for civic space and justice in Nigeria. Read the full story.
FG Selects 20 Content Creators for Tax Reforms Training
The Federal Government has unveiled 20 top content creators for a special tax reforms training. Over 8,500 nominations were received. Find out who made the list and what it means for the new tax laws.
Nigeria's Senate Reworks National Cybercrime Law
The Nigerian Senate is repealing the existing cybercrime law to create a new one addressing AI and modern threats. Read about the planned reforms and national security strategy.
Grandmother sentenced for sharing birth photos online
A 50-year-old Danish grandmother received a suspended jail term for posting her daughter's labour photos on Facebook without consent. The case highlights serious privacy violations in the digital age. Read the full story.
MURIC Alarms Over US Plot to Ban Shari'ah in Nigeria
MURIC warns the United States against calls to pressure President Tinubu to outlaw Shari'ah law and Hisbah, describing it as a threat to national security and democracy. Read the full statement.
MURIC Rejects US Pressure on Shariah Law
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has firmly rejected calls from US-linked figures for Nigeria to outlaw Shariah, warning it crosses a constitutional red line. Read the full statement.
Nigerian Cries Over New Tax Deduction From 2026 Salary
A Nigerian doctor expressed shock after calculating his 2026 tax deduction under the new law. He claims the 'Tinubu tax' will unite all tribes, sparking widespread online reactions.
TikTok to Block Under-16s in Australia from Dec 10
TikTok will comply with Australia's new social media ban for under-16s starting December 10. The law, a world-first, imposes heavy fines. Read how this affects Nigerian youth and global policy.
Teen Killed by Illegal Fireworks Blast in LA Backyard
A 17-year-old boy died after a powerful illegal firework exploded in a South LA backyard. The blast, mistaken for a bomb, occurred on West 84th Street. Read the full report.
Imemba: Nigeria Must Focus on Net Value, Not Just Local Content %
TotalEnergies Nigeria's Obi Imemba calls for a strategic pivot in implementing Nigeria's local content law, advocating for maximizing net value retention over rigid percentage targets. Read his full proposal.
Burkina Faso Junta Brings Back Death Penalty
Burkina Faso's military rulers announce the return of the death penalty for treason and terrorism, alongside new anti-LGBTQ laws. Get the full details on this major policy shift.
Widow Finally Buries Husband After Year of Corpse Seizure
After over a year, an Anambra widow buries her husband following a court order. The brother-in-law had seized the corpse and denied her access. Read the full story of government intervention and family conflict.
Nigeria Rejects US Sharia Law Abolition Demand
President Tinubu's aide, Daniel Bwala, dismisses US calls to end Sharia law, calling it an attack on Nigeria's sovereignty. Details on the diplomatic stance and federal structure.
Meta Begins Removing Under-16s in Australia Ahead of Ban
Meta starts removing under-16s from Instagram & Facebook in Australia ahead of new law. Global trend begins as other nations watch. Read full details.
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