Man Sentenced to Death for Murder of 9-Year-Old in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom State High Court sentences Anwanga Effiong Udofia to death for the 2016 murder of primary school pupil Aniekan Edet. Justice served after nearly a decade.
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Dispatch Rider Jailed 7 Years for Drug Trafficking
A Lagos dispatch rider, Yahaya Nuru, has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment for trafficking tramadol and other prohibited drugs. Read the full court details.
Police Probe Murder-Suicide in Ogun
Ogun State Police investigate a tragic domestic violence case where a man, Ayoola Ayanwale, stabbed his wife to death before committing suicide. Their three children are now in relatives' care. Read the full report.
Court Denies Revisiting Nnamdi Kanu's Case
Justice James Omotosho will not revisit the life imprisonment sentence of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Claims of pressure from Israel and the USA are unfounded. Get the verified facts here.
Nick Reiner Arraigned for Murder of Hollywood Parents
Nick Reiner will be arraigned on murder charges for the deaths of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and producer Michele Singer. Read the latest court details and family statement.
Nigerian Gets 1-Year Jail Term in India for Drugs
A Nigerian man, Lucky Ekoemeye, has been sentenced to one year of rigorous imprisonment in India for possessing 7.8g of cocaine. The court considered his detention period and lack of prior conviction.
Oyedepo SAN: Architect of Nigeria's Asset Recovery Regime
Explore how Rotimi Oyedepo SAN is shaping Nigeria's anti-corruption fight through landmark asset forfeiture cases and strategic prosecution. Discover his journey from EFCC to the AGF's office.
Diddy Appeals Conviction, Seeks Release from Prison
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers argue his 4-year sentence for pr0stitution charges is too harsh. They've appealed for his immediate release, claiming the judge overstepped. Read the full details.
NDLEA Niger Convicts 100+ Drug Offenders in 2025
Niger State NDLEA commander reveals over 100 convictions and massive drug seizures from Jan-Nov 2025. Public intelligence key to success. Read the full report.
Rob Reiner's Son Charged with Parents' Murder
Nick Reiner, son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, faces two counts of first-degree murder for the stabbing deaths of his parents. The shocking case unfolds in Los Angeles. Read the full details.
Romance Fraudster Jailed 17 Years for £1M Scam
Nigel Baker, 56, tricked single mothers out of over £1M for his gambling. He promised marriage but exploited their trust. Read the shocking details.
Ex-NAHCO staff jailed for stealing 25kg drug at Lagos airport
NAHCO Aviance explains how it uncovered, arrested, and helped prosecute a former junior employee for stealing 25kg of ephedrine hydrochloride from its Lagos airport warehouse. Read the full story.
Jealous aunt drowns niece, confesses to more murders
A woman in India admits to drowning her 6-year-old niece at a wedding, claiming the child looked prettier. She also confessed to murdering three other relatives. Read the shocking details.
Throat Slit Murder in Maiduguri: Victim Found in Car
A man was brutally murdered inside his vehicle in Maiduguri. Police are investigating the gruesome killing and seeking the victim's family. Read the latest details.
15-Year Sentence for Man Who R@ped Mother-in-Law
Walter Maponga convicted for a brutal assault on his 56-year-old mother-in-law in Mhondoro. Neighbors intervened to stop the attack. Shocking case breaches family trust.
UK Politician Tulip Siddiq Gets 2-Year Jail Term
British-Bangladeshi MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in absentia to two years in jail by a Bangladeshi court on corruption charges. She denies all allegations, calling it a political witch-hunt.
LASUED Disowns Staff in Sexual Violence Case
LASUED clarifies a convicted sex offender was never a staff member, reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy against sexual violence on campus. Read the full details.
Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Rights Appeal
Appeal Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's rights violation case against DSS. The court ruled the appeal became academic after his terrorism conviction and life imprisonment sentence.
Lawmaker Questions Kanu vs Boko Haram Sentencing
Rep Bello El-Rufai challenges IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment while Boko Haram terrorist got 20 years. Read about the sentencing disparities in Nigeria's terrorism cases.
Businessman Found Guilty of Wife's Murder After 10 Years
South African businessman Rameez Patel found guilty of murdering his wife Fatima in 2015 after blaming intruders. Case involved witness drama and other family murders. Read the full story.
Singer DELAROSA Killed in LA Ambush-Style Shooting
Latin music artist Maria de la Rosa, known as DELAROSA, was fatally shot in Northridge, Los Angeles. The rising star had just released her debut single. Police seek suspects.
Five sentenced to death for Ibadan taxi driver murder
Oyo State High Court sentences five men to death by hanging for the murder of taxi driver Akeem Shittu. Justice delivers verdict after thorough examination of evidence in the brutal case.
Gumi: I'll Lead Calls for Kanu's Release If He Shows Remorse
Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi says he will lead calls for Nnamdi Kanu's release if the IPOB leader shows remorse for his actions. Read the full story on this developing news.
Maria De La Rosa, 22, Shot Dead in LA Ambush
Rising singer Maria De La Rosa, 22, was tragically shot dead in an ambush-style attack in Los Angeles. Two other victims remain in critical condition as police search for suspects.
Woman stabs husband to death 3 days after wedding
Katsina police arrest Zainab Muhammad for allegedly stabbing her husband Abubakar Abdulkarim to death just three days after their wedding in Jibia. Investigation ongoing.
Man Arrested for Killing 14-Year-Old Qur'anic Student
Kebbi State Police confirm arrest of suspect in brutal murder of 14-year-old Qur'anic student. Investigation ongoing to determine motive behind the attack.
Police Extradite Murder Suspect from Ghana to Nigeria
Nigeria Police Force takes custody of Victor Benjamin Fejemirokun, accused of kidnapping and murdering FRSC officer and daughter. Suspect fled to Ghana before international arrest.
Suspect in FRSC officer murder arrested in Ghana
Victor Fajemirokun, wanted for the murder of FRSC officer Lasisi Funmilayo and her daughter, has been arrested in Ghana. Read the full story of the investigation and extradition process.
Ejimakor: No Lawyers Could Change Kanu's Verdict
Aloy Ejimakor, legal consultant to Nnamdi Kanu, states that even one million lawyers couldn't have changed the terrorism conviction outcome. Read his full analysis of the case.
Lecturer remembers colleague allegedly murdered by friends
Edet Ekanem honors Ubong Friday John on his posthumous birthday as two friends face trial for his kidnapping and murder in Akwa Ibom. Justice expected in court case.
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