A 54-year-old Abuja doctor, John Abebe, faces charges for fraud, criminal conspiracy, and unlawful disclosure of medical records after allegedly defrauding a couple of N19 million and selling their embryos.
Oyo State Police Command has apprehended five individuals linked to robbery activities, recovering firearms, mobile phones, and cash. Two additional suspects were arrested for motorcycle theft in Ido local government area.
A Florida nurse has been arrested for the murder of a married former co-worker after luring her to a birthday meeting. Rene Perez faces charges including first-degree murder and evidence tampering in the death of Linda Campitelli.
A High Court in Gombe State has sentenced 25-year-old Hassan Mohammed to death by hanging for murdering his former wife, Halimatu Sadiya-Adamu, after she refused to remarry him.
A Taraba court has sentenced three individuals to 10 years imprisonment for arms trafficking, while a separate case in Abuja sees a woman plead guilty to illegal ammunition possession, highlighting DSS efforts against banditry.
Zamfara State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old suspect, Mannir Adam, for allegedly transporting 800 rounds of AK-47 ammunition concealed in a motorcycle fuel tank. The arrest occurred along the Gusau-Funtua highway following credible intelligence
The Umobor Akaeze community in Ebonyi State has appealed to the National Assembly following the alleged killing of 41 residents in a land dispute, seeking enforcement of a Supreme Court judgment on ancestral land ownership.
A Nigerian hair vendor, celebrating 10 years in business, was robbed of luxury wigs and products worth millions of naira. She vows to rebuild her shop, 7style luxury hair, with community support.
Oyo State Police Command has apprehended three suspected armed robbers in Ibadan, recovering stolen phones, cash, and weapons. The suspects confessed to robberies in Toll Gate and Egbeda areas.
The Nigerian Army, with CJTF and vigilantes, has retaken its forward base in Ngoshe, Borno, after a gun battle with terrorists. This follows a recent attack that killed 14 soldiers and abducted over 100 civilians.
The Islamic Movement of Nigeria has refuted claims of planning attacks on American citizens in Abuja, following a US Embassy security advisory. Professor Abdullah Danladi insists the group's activities are peaceful.
Nigerian military forces have successfully reclaimed their forward operation base in Ngoshe, Borno State, following coordinated attacks with local support groups against Boko Haram insurgents.
A struggling single dad mechanic found a wallet stuffed with cash and returned it to its elderly owner. The next day, a sheriff arrived at his door with an unexpected act of kindness that left him in tears.
Laken Snelling, a former University of Kentucky cheerleader, faces a first-degree manslaughter charge after an autopsy found her newborn was born alive before dying from asphyxia.
A 42-year-old man, Kehinde Albert, has disappeared from General Hospital in Gbagada, Lagos, after being taken for medical tests ahead of an alcoholism rehabilitation program. His family is appealing for public help to locate him.
Three suspects have been apprehended in Kiyawa LGA over the killing of NSCDC officer SC Bashir Adamu Jibril, who was lynched by a mob in August 2025 while on duty.
Three prime suspects in the murder of a Kano housewife and her six children face eight new criminal charges, including conspiracy and culpable homicide, as the state government takes over prosecution.
Jayden Wallace, an 18-year-old student charged with vehicular homicide after a prank gone wrong killed teacher Jason Hughes, expresses deepest sorrow and pledges to live in a manner honoring his memory.
Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, the only permanent US military base in Africa, faces potential attacks from Iran-aligned groups amid escalating Middle East tensions, threatening global shipping routes.
A teenage girl was stabbed at Thorpe St Andrew School in Norwich, UK, leading to a major police response and the arrest of a 16-year-old boy. The victim sustained minor injuries, and the incident is not linked to a prior hate-crime case at the school.
The woman who went viral for highlighting Lagos BRT bus shortages shares more details, alleging harassment by staff and explaining buses were chartered for an event.
A man accused of vehicle hijacking was severely beaten by an angry mob in Diepsloot, South Africa. Authorities warn against vigilante justice.
A young woman who has been vocal about the shortage of BRT buses in Lagos reports being physically harassed while recording a video on the ongoing transportation crisis, highlighting public frustration.
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has called an emergency meeting with Service Chiefs to address escalating attacks on military bases in Borno, following recent casualties including three commanding officers.
The US military has eliminated 16 Iranian minelaying vessels near the strategic Strait of Hormuz, following warnings from former President Donald Trump against Iranian actions in the key oil waterway.
A woman returns from a work trip to find her home stripped bare and savings gone, stolen by her husband who fled with his mistress. When she takes decisive legal action, he calls back in shock, begging for forgiveness.
Suspected Kuteb youths set ablaze 18 thatched houses belonging to Tiv residents in Tompo Village, Taraba State, destroying valuables. Police investigate to prevent escalation.
Flying Eagles midfielder Daniel Daga has been sentenced to six months in prison by a Norwegian court after being found guilty of sexual assault. The 19-year-old Molde FK player maintains his innocence and plans to appeal the verdict.
Manchester City star Rodri faces police enquiries after neighbors allege his drone invaded their privacy by hovering near high-rise apartment windows in Manchester city centre.
A grieving Nigerian woman, Olasy Jenny, has publicly accused her father's 'village people' of poisoning him to death during a burial trip. She shared her anguish on social media, questioning why her peaceful father was taken so soon.