Police Arrest Kidnapper During N10m Ransom Exchange in Oyo
Oyo police arrest Mohammed Sanni during a N10m ransom exchange, rescuing Alhaji Bagudu from kidnappers in Otefon forest.
Category : Security
IGP: 2,000 Police Stations Insufficient for Nigeria
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu says Nigeria's 2,000 police stations are insufficient for 200 million citizens, calling for 3,000 more stations and 1,000 new prisons.
Justice Crack Disowns Lawyer in Court Clash
A bail hearing for Justice Crack at the Federal High Court in Abuja was stalled after two lawyers fought over representation, with Crack choosing Femi Balogun over Marshall Abubakar.
Nigerian Man Jailed 115 Months for Romance Scam Money Laundering
A 53-year-old Nigerian, Charles Nnamdi Emesim, was sentenced to 115 months in a US prison for laundering proceeds from romance, inheritance, and medical expense scams targeting at least 23 victims.
Edo NMA Condemns Assault of UUTH Staff by EFCC
Edo NMA condemns alleged assault and arrest of Prof. Eyo Ekpe and health workers at UUTH by EFCC, calling it a threat to healthcare delivery.
Gbajabiamila: I Almost Lost Job Over Desmond Elliot
Femi Gbajabiamila reveals how President Tinubu nearly fired him due to Desmond Elliot's role in the Lagos Assembly crisis, but his relationship with the president saved his job.
Bauchi Teenagers Held for Secret Wedding with N3,000 Bride Price
Teenagers in Bauchi were arrested for staging a secret wedding with a N3,000 bride price. The bride's father denied knowledge, and officials condemned the act as illegal under Sharia law.
Court Dismisses Bid to Remove Prosecutor in MTN Fraud Case
Federal High Court in Lagos rejects application by two defendants to stop prosecution over alleged N1.9 billion airtime fraud involving MTN Nigeria, upholding prosecutor's authority.
Gun Battle in Oyo Forest as Police Foil N10m Ransom Plot
Police and vigilante operatives engaged suspected kidnappers in a gun battle in Oyo forest, arresting one suspect after foiling a N10 million ransom collection.
NDIC Sues Wema Bank Over N125.38b Banana Island Assets
NDIC, as liquidator of defunct Gulf Bank, sues Wema Bank over N125.38 billion in disputed Banana Island properties and an alleged N401 million improper cash transaction.
Obi slams EFCC over hospital raid with teargas
Peter Obi condemns EFCC for allegedly raiding University of Uyo Teaching Hospital with teargas, endangering patients and staff, calling it reckless and uncivilized.
Ex-NHIA Boss Bypassed Procurement Process, Witness Tells Court
A witness testified that former NHIA boss Prof. Usman Yusuf bypassed procurement procedures in awarding a vehicle contract to Lubekh Nigeria Ltd, linked to his brother.
Female Warden Charged with Raping Inmate in Men's Jail
A female prison warden, Johnesha Rucker, has been charged with raping an inmate inside a men's jail in Memphis, Tennessee. She faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted.
XM Platform Collapses, Traps Naira Billions in Nigeria
XM Future Music Group, a Nigerian online investment platform, has crashed, blocking withdrawals and trapping billions of naira. Victims looted a Badagry office.
Abuja Pastor Remanded for Allegedly Raping Teen
A Federal Capital Territory High Court ordered the remand of Pastor Amos Isah for allegedly raping a 14-year-old church member. He pleaded not guilty to eight charges including rape and abduction.
Nigerian Lady Slapped for Reporting Sexual Harassment
A Nigerian woman, Chukwujama Nemenma, recounts being slapped at Onitsha Main Market after confronting a man for touching her breast, calling for government action.
Man Mourns Mother Killed by Kidnappers in Enugu
Ezeh Harris Smith laments the tragic death of his mother, who was kidnapped and killed in Enugu State, expressing deep sorrow and calling for prayers.
US Citizen Convicted for Secret Chinese Police Station
A New York federal jury convicted Lu Jianwang for operating a secret Chinese police station in Manhattan used to monitor pro-democracy activists. He faces up to 30 years in prison.
Trespasser Arrested at Chris Brown's Home After Fire Attempt
A man was arrested at Chris Brown's Los Angeles home after jumping a fence and attempting to start a fire. Police responded to the Tarzana residence late Wednesday.
British Man Detained in Italian Bar Under Hantavirus Quarantine
A British man was arrested in an Italian bar despite being ordered to quarantine for hantavirus exposure linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak.
Kaduna Arrests Kidnapper Husaini Jibrin Over Victim's Death
Security operatives in Kaduna arrest Husaini Jibrin, 45, linked to a kidnapping that resulted in a victim's death. Items recovered include cash and a phone.
No US Visas Issued Yet for 2026 World Cup: Iran Official
Iran Football Federation chief Mehdi Taj says no US visas have been issued for Iran's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a decisive meeting with FIFA planned.
Businessman Jailed 7 Years for $247k Fraud
Kingsley Obasi sentenced to seven years imprisonment for stealing $247,390 by the Lagos Special Offences Court, EFCC announced.
Ondo APC Aspirants Accuse Governor of Deploying Thugs
National Assembly aspirants in Ondo State accuse Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of plotting violence against those excluded from his consensus list for primaries, calling for security intervention.
MASSOB Declares May 30 Biafra Day, Urges Sit-at-Home
MASSOB has declared May 30, 2026, as Biafra Day, urging members to stay at home from 6 am to 4 pm to honor the 59th anniversary of Biafra's declaration.
Rights Groups Probe Army Invasion, House Burnings in Enugu
Human rights groups Intersociety and CLO have launched investigations into the alleged army invasion and house burnings at Imezi-Owa Community in Enugu State.
SEC Warns Nigerians Against Fake Investment Schemes on Social Media
The SEC has warned Nigerians about fraudulent investment schemes on social media, urging verification of registration status before investing.
Aluko: Protest Timing Cost Super Eagles World Cup Spot
Former England striker Eniola Aluko says the Super Eagles' protest over unpaid allowances before the 2026 World Cup playoffs was a key distraction that led to their failure to qualify.
Troops arrest three suspects for ammunition supply in Yobe
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI arrested three suspects in Damaturu, Yobe State, for allegedly supplying ammunition to terrorists in the North-East region.
DHQ Denies Civilian Casualties in Zamfara Operation
The Defence Headquarters dismissed claims of civilian casualties in a Zamfara operation, calling reports misleading and unverified.
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