Florida Driveway Stolen in Nigeria-Linked Scam
A Florida woman returned home to find her driveway stolen in an alleged scam traced to Nigeria, where a fake real estate company hired a contractor with a bounced check.
Category : Security
Tinubu's Investigator Demands Prosecution of Late Buhari in CBN Fraud
President Tinubu's special investigator, Jim Obaze, calls for the prosecution of late President Buhari and ex-SGF Boss Mustapha over an alleged $6.2 million CBN fraud, alongside ex-CBN governor Emefiele.
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Sam Larry in Ghastly Car Accident on Lagos-Calabar Road
Music promoter Sam Larry was reportedly involved in a severe car crash on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road. Videos of the damaged vehicle circulated on social media; authorities and representatives have not commented.
DJ Chicken Sparks Outrage Over Threat to Seyi Tinubu
DJ Chicken has sparked outrage after threatening President Tinubu's son Seyi in a viral video. Many Nigerians call for his arrest, but no official response yet.
Police, Igboho's Team Rescue Kidnapped Oyo Woman, Son
A combined operation by Nigeria Police IRT and Sunday Igboho's security team rescued Kubura Aliqlas and her son Abdulmalik from Kwara forest after a three-day mission involving a gun battle.
15 Ekiti Church Worshippers Freed After 67 Days, One Dead
Fifteen worshippers kidnapped from a Christ Apostolic Church revival in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti have regained freedom after 67 days, but one captive did not survive the ordeal.
France's first Ebola patient recovers and leaves hospital
France's first confirmed Ebola patient, a doctor, has recovered and been discharged from hospital, health minister Stéphanie Rist announced on July 4.
Court Adjourns Emeka Ike's N10bn Suit Against INEC, Wike's Aide
A Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned Emeka Ike's N10 billion fundamental rights suit to July 22 after INEC failed to appear. Ike alleges his voter data was unlawfully published by Wike's aide.
Nigerian Trader Dies in Abidjan Prison After Release
Nigerian trader Usama Murtala died in Côte d'Ivoire one day after release from MACA prison, where he was held without charge. Minister Bianca Ojukwu says embassy was not notified.
Analyst Hails Disu for Peaceful, Secure Nigerian Elections
Public affairs analyst Shehu Abdullahi has praised Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu for enhancing election security and public confidence through professionalism, accountability, and inter-agency coordination.
11-Year-Old Boy Saves Drowning Man in Kentucky Pool
Avory Woolery, 11, dove into a Lexington pool to rescue an unconscious man when no one else acted, earning widespread praise.
Kwara Court Denies Arrest Warrant for Ex-Senate President Saraki
Kwara High Court declines arrest warrant for Bukola Saraki in defamation suit by Governor AbdulRazaq; Saraki to appeal jurisdiction ruling.
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104 Nigerian soldiers declared missing after Boko Haram attack
An internal military document reveals 104 soldiers of the 162 Amphibious Battalion are declared missing after a deadly Boko Haram attack on a Borno base, with concerns over service rifles.
Lightning kills swimmer, injures three in Florida beach
One man died and three others were injured when lightning struck a group swimming at Fort Myers Beach on July 3. The strike sounded like an atomic bomb, witnesses said.
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EFCC recovers N7.2m stolen from judge's account by Yahoo boys
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede recounted how internet fraudsters stole ₦7.2 million from a serving judge's account overnight, with debit alerts waking her. The entire amount was recovered before 6 p.m. the same day.
Victims Escape Kidnappers Who Fell Asleep After Night March
Kidnapped victims in Edo State escaped after their abductors fell asleep from exhaustion following a night of forced walking. One victim was ransomed for N3m.
Disu Shift: Accountability And New Era For Nigerian Policing
IGP Olatunji Disu's reforms, including strict election security and accountability for misconduct, are rebuilding public trust in the Nigeria Police Force.
APM Candidate Backs Oluyole Police Station for Security
APM senatorial candidate Olufemi Ajadi pledges support for a community police station in Oluyole, Oyo State, stating security is vital for economic growth and peace.
Woman Accuses Ex of Cheating and Neglect
Mammorake Patience Tshela publicly calls out her ex, Tebatso Maubane Tlaka, for alleged child neglect, cheating, and assault after their daughter's birth.
Suspected Child Trafficker Confesses to Selling Friend’s Son
A suspected child trafficker, Sunday Onome, has confessed to selling his friend's child for N1.3 million. He was arrested in Onitsha, Anambra State, alongside his girlfriend and son, leading to the rescue of two children.
Benue court remands man over alleged sexual abuse of girl
A Benue court remanded 55-year-old Joseph Hwande for alleged sexual abuse of an 11-year-old girl in his care; the girl fled after repeated abuse.
UN: Hunger Drives Nigerians to Join Bandits in North
The UN World Food Programme reveals over 17 million people face crisis hunger in northern Nigeria, pushing some to join armed groups for food as violence and aid cuts worsen.
EFCC Recovers N7.2 Million Stolen from Judge's Account
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede revealed that suspected internet fraudsters drained over N7.2 million from a serving judge's bank account overnight, but the entire sum was recovered the same day.
Bandits Kill Village Head, Son, 4 Others in Sokoto Attack
Armed bandits killed six residents, including a village head, during Asr prayer in Sokoto State, prompting protests on the Sokoto-Jega highway.
Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew: Fake agency creator got ₦1.3bn budget
Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew allegedly created a fake government agency and secured a ₦1.3bn budget allocation. He faces charges of forgery and impersonation, but denies the claims.
Benue Attack: Gunmen Kill 3 in Fresh Violence
Gunmen killed three people in Anyiase community, Benue State, in a fresh attack. Two farmers were among the victims, and a fourth person died from injuries.
US Fans Joke Trump Can Overturn Balogun's Suspension
USMNT supporters humorously urge President Trump to help reverse Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension after his red card, but FIFA rules block any appeal.
Zamfara Woman and Children Freed After Month in Captivity
Nana Batula and her two children were released on July 1, 2026, after being kidnapped by bandits who killed her husband Sagir Umar in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara.
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo Sparks Debate on Choosing a Husband
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo advises single women to choose from men who want them, sparking heated online debate among Nigerians.
Three killed in fresh Benue attack by suspected herdsmen
At least three people have been killed in separate attacks by suspected armed herdsmen in Anyiase community, Kwande LGA, Benue State, according to local officials.
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