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Teenagers Detained for Kidnap Threat in Oyo

Oyo State Police detain three teenage girls for allegedly threatening to kidnap a local meat seller and demanding human parts. The suspects claimed it was a prank. Police continue investigations.

Hisbah arrests 9 over 'good evening' activities in Kano

Kano State Hisbah Board operatives have arrested eight teenage girls and one young man for alleged involvement in 'good evening' street activities. The suspects were nabbed in coordinated end-of-year raids. Read full details.

Teen burglar cooks breakfast in stolen home in KZN

A 14-year-old boy was caught frying eggs inside a Hazelmere home he allegedly burgled. The incident highlights youth crime and home security concerns in South Africa. Read the full story.

Two Kidnapping Suspects Arrested in Adamawa

Adamawa Police arrest two men accused of terrorising Sarau Belel community and threatening a man over his brother's 2024 abduction. CP Dankombo Morris orders thorough probe.

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.

Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan

Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.

Troops Arrest 3 Suspected Arsonists in Taraba

Nigerian Army troops have arrested three men for arson in Karim Lamido, Taraba State, preventing a potential escalation of communal clashes. Read how vigilance saved the day.

Army rescues 12 abducted teenage girls in Borno

Nigerian Army rescues 12 teenage girls from Boko Haram/ISWAP captivity in Borno State. The victims, aged 15-20, were freed in intelligence-led operation. Read how community support helped secure their release.

Army rescues 12 abducted girls in Borno operation

Nigerian troops successfully free 12 teenage girls kidnapped by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Askira/Uba, Borno. The victims are receiving medical care and will reunite with families soon.

Bodies of 2 Kidnapped Cameroonian Women Found

Anambra police confirm recovery of two Cameroonian women's bodies from Omambala River after kidnapping. Two suspects arrested, one remains at large. Families identify victims.

Policeman Shoots Teenager Dead in Ibadan

A trigger-happy police officer shot dead teenager DMX in Ibadan after an altercation. The victim bled to death despite being rushed to hospital. Read full details.

Bandits kidnap 7 youths in FCT community raid

Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi settlement, abducting six teenage girls and a 16-year-old boy. The attack highlights growing security concerns in Bwari Area Council bordering Kaduna State.

Two Arrested for Killing Police Officer in Ondo

Two men arrested for stabbing a police officer to death in Akure, Ondo State. Police debunk social media reports of widespread attacks in the Arakale area. Read the full details.

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