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.
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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.
Govt Blacklists 45 Illegal Loan Apps in 2026 Crackdown
The FCCPC has blacklisted 45 illegal digital lending apps in Nigeria for predatory practices. Learn the full list and how to stay safe from harassment and data theft.
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
SEC Warns Against Illegal Online Investment Platform
Nigeria's SEC warns the public against Voya Investment Management, an unregistered online platform falsely claiming regulatory approval. Verify all investment firms before committing funds.
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.
Oyo Govt Suspends Monarch Over Illegal Mining
The Oyo State Government suspends the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Adefabi Sobaloju, for alleged illegal mining and violating Executive Order 001/2023. Read the full details of the investigation and government action.
Woman Calls Out Vendors Over Illegal VAT Charges
A Nigerian woman raises alarm over vendors illegally charging 'VAT' on everyday purchases. She shares shocking examples and calls for government intervention. Read her full story.
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.
Five Arrested in Abuja for Illegal Mining, Impersonation
NSCDC's Mining Marshals arrest five men in Kuje, Abuja, for illegal mining and impersonating security officials. Suspects used a marked Hilux to bypass checkpoints. Read more.
Bayelsa Bans Timber Transport, Stops Dredging
Bayelsa State Government bans movement of forest products and suspends all dredging activities from January 1, 2026. Commissioner Ebi Ben Ololo warns of arrests for violators. Protect the environment now!
Army Arrests 19 Oil Thieves, Destroys 22 Illegal Refining Sites
Nigerian Army's 6 Division, in a sustained operation, has arrested 19 suspects and dismantled 22 illegal refining hubs in the Niger Delta, recovering over N150 million worth of stolen crude. Read the full report on the crackdown.
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.
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.
Army arrests 19 oil thieves, destroys 22 bunkering hubs
Nigerian Army's 6 Division, in a major crackdown, has arrested 19 suspects and destroyed 22 illegal refining sites in the Niger Delta, recovering stolen products worth over ₦150 million. Read the full report.
Police recover illegal firearm in Lagos stop-and-search
Lagos Police recover a locally made firearm in Ishashi during a routine patrol. The command reaffirms stop-and-search as a key crime prevention strategy. Read more on the latest security efforts.
Northern Governors' Bold Security Plan for Regional Recovery
Northern Governors and traditional rulers have launched a unified security plan, suspending mining for 6 months and creating a N1bn monthly fund. Can this bring lasting peace?
Lawal Seeks Security Collaboration, Chinese Firms Deny Illegality
Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal urges stronger federal security collaboration to tackle insecurity. Meanwhile, Chinese mining companies deny involvement in illegal activities and fueling terrorism.
Why Insecurity Persists in Northcentral, Northwest — Experts
New research reveals how illegal mining, weak governance, and community exclusion drive violence in North-Central and North-West Nigeria. Experts warn blanket bans may worsen the crisis. Discover the evidence-based solutions.
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.
Crisis Over Alleged Illegal Land Takeover in Anambra
Tension erupts in Anambra's Oze as armed men allegedly backed by officials seize land, destroy property. Residents petition Gov. Soludo, demand justice. #AnambraCrisis
48-Year-Old Bags 13 Months Service for Sanitation Offences
A Lagos court sentences Makinde Rasaq to 13 months community service for multiple sanitation violations. LAWMA warns residents against indiscriminate waste disposal.
Chinese Miners Deny Funding Terrorism in Nigeria
The China Mining Federation of Nigeria refutes allegations of funding terrorism, stating Chinese firms are victims of insecurity. Experts call for urgent action on illegal mining in Zamfara.
Two Arrested for Impersonating COAS in Edo State
Nigerian troops arrest two suspects impersonating the Chief of Army Staff in Edo. In nationwide operations, terrorists are killed, kidnap victims rescued, and illegal oil sites destroyed. Read the full report.
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.
16 Nigerians Arrested in India for Illegal Activities
Indian police arrested 16 Nigerians without valid visas at a farmhouse raid for illegal liquor and gambling. Cash and alcohol worth lakhs seized. Read details.
Trump Offers $3,000 to Migrants for Self-Deportation
The Trump administration tripled its cash incentive to $3,000 for migrants who voluntarily leave the US by year-end. DHS warns of arrest for those who stay. Read details.
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