Ajiran Indigenes Reject Palace Notice, Seek Fair Murder Probe

Ajiran indigenes in Lagos have distanced themselves from a disputed notice linked to the Ojomu Royal Family, calling for an impartial investigation into recent killings while raising concerns over land sale proceeds and community development.

Nigerian Jailed in US for Tax Fraud via Hacking Scheme

A Nigerian national, Matthew A. Akande, has been sentenced to eight years in a US prison for hacking tax firms, filing over 1,000 fake returns, and stealing over $1.3 million in refunds through a phishing scheme.

Pastor Sentenced to Death for Murder of UNIUYO Student

An Akwa Ibom High Court has sentenced Pastor Prince Emmanuel Umoh to death by hanging for the 2020 murder of final-year UNIUYO student Gabriel Bassey Edward. The case highlights calls for better screening of church ministers.

Police Arrest Suspect in Anambra Kidnapping and Murder

Anambra State Police Command has apprehended Ndibe Jude Onyenwe, a 52-year-old suspect, for conspiracy, attempted kidnapping, and murder in Urum, Awka North LGA. The suspect confessed to receiving N500,000 to hire gunmen for a violent ambush that injured

Two Dead in Container Truck Crash on Lagos Expressway

Two individuals, including a truck driver and a suspected miscreant, died after two fully loaded 40-foot container trucks collided on the Cele axis of the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway in Lagos. LASTMA confirmed the incident, with rescue operations involving mu

Ondo Monarch Killed in Failed Kidnapping by Gunmen

Suspected gunmen have killed the traditional ruler of Ahungha Village in Ondo State during a foiled abduction attempt. The monarch was attacked in his palace and later found dead with gunshot wounds.

Nine Arrested Over Murder of Lagos Monarch's Son

Lagos State Police have arrested nine suspects in connection with the brutal killing of Prince Ademola Akinloye, son of the Ajiran of Agungi. The arrests follow intelligence gathering and an ongoing investigation into the daylight murder.

ISWAP Kills 8 Soldiers in Borno, Seizes Weapons in Raid

Islamic State West Africa Province militants attacked a military base in Cross Kauwa, Borno State, killing eight soldiers, injuring 23, and burning equipment. The assault highlights intensified jihadist violence in Nigeria's northeast region.

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