Dispatch rider dies after refusing extortion in Lagos
A 32-year-old dispatch rider, Emmanuel Jegede, died in Lagos after suspected hoodlums pushed him off his bike for refusing extortion along Ikotun-Idimu Road. Police are investigating.
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Police Guide for Character Certificate, Tinted Glass Permit
The Nigeria Police Force launched an online platform POSSAP for Police Character Certificate and Tinted Glass Permit applications, requiring online registration and biometric capture, with a 72-hour processing time.
Bus conductor to receive 10 strokes for slapping passenger
A Kaduna Magistrates' Court sentenced a 20-year-old bus conductor to 10 strokes of the cane after he pleaded guilty to slapping a passenger twice during a fare dispute.
UK councillor charged for offensive Nigerians post
A UK councillor has been charged under the Communications Act for a social media post suggesting Nigerians should be melted down and used to fill potholes.
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Two Sentenced to Death for 2019 Ritual Murder of DELSU Student
A Delta State High Court has sentenced two men to death by hanging for the 2019 kidnapping and ritual murder of Elozino Ogege, a first-class student at DELSU, after a nine-year trial.
US Embassy Urges Americans to Regularise Nigerian Visas
The US Embassy in Abuja advises American citizens to regularise immigration status by July 31 to avoid $15 daily fines and multi-year re-entry bans under Nigeria's new rules.
FG Arraigns Ansaru Commanders Over Oriire Kidnapping
The Federal Government arraigned five Ansaru terrorists, including two captured commanders, on fresh charges of terrorism, kidnapping, and murder of two teachers during the 2026 Oriire school abduction in Oyo State.
FCC Lists 5 Ways to Stay Safe from Recruitment Scams
The Federal Character Commission warns Nigerians to avoid recruitment scams by using only official channels, not paying for jobs, and verifying information. Here are five safety tips.
Trump Vows to 'Beat the Crap Out of Iran' After Attack
President Trump warned Iran will face severe retaliation after a surprise attack on a US base. US-Saudi strikes kill at least 20 Iran-aligned militiamen in Iraq.
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Nigeria Police Repatriate Chinese Fugitive in Wildlife Trafficking
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a 42-year-old Chinese fugitive, Cai Jinlian, to China to face charges of trafficking endangered wildlife scales.
Man Arraigned for Threatening to Post Ex-Girlfriend's Nude Video
A 23-year-old man, Olasunkanmi Shorunke, has been arraigned in Lagos for allegedly threatening to post a nude video of his ex-girlfriend, Faith Braimoh, on social media.
Emaciated Victims: Testimony of Failed Governance in Katsina
Khaleed Yazeedu shares haunting photos of two emaciated kidnap victims released after ransom, calling it an indictment of failed governance in Katsina.
Bauchi Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Stabbing of 25-Year-Old
Bauchi State Police arrest Al'amin Hamisu Gidado for stabbing Zahradeen Dan'azumi Tanko to death; accomplice Yahaya Muazu still at large.
Woman Fakes Kidnap, Extorts Mother in Benue, Two Arrested
Benue police arrest Mary Torkuma and Evergreen Samuel for staging a fake kidnapping to demand ransom from Torkuma's mother in Lagos. Commissioner warns against wasting police resources.
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AIG Jimoh Wins 2025 Africa Anti-Crime Policing Award
Assistant Inspector General Olohundare Jimoh has been named the most outstanding anti-crime police chief in West and Central Africa for 2025 by the Security Watch Africa Initiative Network.
Nigerian Army Wins Best Counter-Terrorism Force in Africa
The Nigerian Army has been named Africa's Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025 by African Security Watch, earning the award for joint operations, intelligence campaigns, and civil-military cooperation.
UniJos Model Ibrahiam Mbaya Brutally Beaten Before Death
Harrowing videos show late UniJos graduate and model Ibrahiam Mbaya being beaten with planks after being accused of stealing an iPhone. Four suspects arraigned.
Security Group Blasts VeryDarkMan Over Attacks on AIG Moshood
CSANS condemns social media influencer VeryDarkMan's defamation campaign against AIG Jimoh Moshood, defending his 30-year police record and urging probe of sponsors.
Lagos Widow Locked Out: Father-in-Law Arrested
Lagos DSVA confirms arrest of a man who padlocked his daughter-in-law out of her home 8 days after her husband's death, following a viral video by activist Harrison Gwamnishu.
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Couple die in collapse of Anambra hostel near Poly Oko
Vivian Chinedum and boyfriend Ifeanyi Stanley died when Elite 5-Star Hostel collapsed in Amaokpala, Anambra State, on July 26, 2026. The 60-room building fell on the couple, both alumni of Federal Polytechnic Oko.
DSS, forest guards rescue nine, kill three bandits in Kwara
A joint operation by DSS and Kwara Forest Guards rescued nine kidnapped victims and killed three bandits during a gun battle in Ekiti LGA, Kwara State.
Court jails man 5 years for deserting pregnant girlfriend
An Adamawa court sentenced Kabiru Umar to 5 years imprisonment for deserting his pregnant secondary school girlfriend, with a fine option and multiple compensation orders.
South Sudanese Asylum Seeker Jailed for School Weapon Plot
Both Douk Deng, 21, was jailed for two years after taking a hatchet, hammer, knife, and petrol to Edgar Wood Academy in Middleton, intending to start a fire.
FCT Police Arrest Two Suspects for Forgery and Fraud
The FCT Police Command arrested Yahaya Abdul and Christopher Erin for forgery, impersonation, and fraud as members of a syndicate using AM-PM Global Network LTD to deceive victims.
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US Arrests Nigerians With Expired Visas at Airports
US immigration officers detain foreigners with expired visas at 15 airports, including spouses of citizens and skilled workers, in a major enforcement escalation under Trump.
Nigerian Dies in UK Car Crash, Leaves Wife and 3 Sons
A Nigerian man living in the UK, David Oyedeji Adediwura, has died from injuries sustained in a road crash in Wheathampstead on July 23, 2026, leaving behind his wife and three young sons.
Widow Locked Out by Father-in-Law 8 Days After Husband's Death
A 28-year-old widow was padlocked out of her home by her father-in-law just eight days after her husband's death, prompting intervention from Lagos State authorities.
Osun Govt Alarms as Police Raid SSG Home, Target Commissioners
Osun State government raises alarm after police raided the residence of the Secretary to the State Government without a valid warrant, taking family members to unknown locations amid a campaign of raids on six commissioners.
Seven Killed, Three Abducted in Sokoto Bandit Attack
Bandits killed seven people, including three inside a mosque, and abducted at least three others during a six-hour raid on Tsamaye village in Sokoto's Sabon Birni LGA on July 28.
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Nigeria Immigration Service Publishes Official Visa Links
The Nigeria Immigration Service has published its official web portals for international visas, e-visas, and passport processing, warning against unauthorized intermediaries and providing verified support channels.
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