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Community beats man for alleged assault on child

Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.

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.

Court Defers Ruling on Chris Ngige's Bail Plea

A Federal Capital Territory High Court has postponed its decision on former Labour Minister Chris Ngige's bail request. Ngige faces EFCC charges over alleged N2.2bn contract fraud. Read the latest details.

Doctor charged with sex attacks on 38 patients

Ex-doctor Nathaniel Spencer faces charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the full details.

UNILAG Don's Sexual Assault Trial Adjourned

Lagos High Court adjourns the trial of Dr Samuel Ojogbo, a UNILAG lecturer accused of raping a student, to January 21, 2026. Case faces scrutiny over courtroom conduct.

Christmas Cash Demand Hits New Highs in Nigeria

Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.

FCTA revokes 1,095 property titles over unpaid charges

The FCTA has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja's elite districts for non-payment of statutory charges. High-profile names like Patience Jonathan and Ganduje are on the list. Enforcement begins November 25, 2025. 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.

Man arrested for defiling stepdaughter in Osun

Osun NSCDC arrests 32-year-old Richard for allegedly defiling his 12-year-old stepdaughter. Maggots found in victim's private parts. Suspect confessed after wife reported abuse. Read full details.

Ganduje Trial Adjourned to February 2026

Kano High Court postpones corruption trial of former governor Ganduje, his wife, and six others to February 2026 as prosecution seeks more time. Case involves 11-count charge of bribery and misappropriation.

852 GBV cases reported in Nasarawa in 9 months

Nasarawa State reports 852 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to September 2025. Commissioner Hauwa Jugbo reveals rising technology-facilitated GBV and government's zero-tolerance stance. Report cases now!

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