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.
Category : Security
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.
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.
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.
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.
Coup Plot Documents Allege Plan to Recruit CJTF, Ex-Boko Haram
Court documents reveal alleged discussions to recruit repentant Boko Haram fighters and CJTF members for the failed 2025 coup plot against President Tinubu, as trial continues at Abuja Federal High Court.
Woman Admits Kidnapping, Murder of Boy Over Gambling Grudge
Sibongile Happiness Ngwadla pleaded guilty to kidnapping and murdering five-year-old Simphiwe Ntoneko Xaba, blaming the boy's mother for introducing her to gambling and leaving her in debt.
Norwegian Teen Guilty of UK Murder Plot for Iran-Linked Gang
A Norwegian teenager was found guilty of conspiracy to murder after traveling to the UK to carry out a contract killing for the Sweden-based Foxtrot Network, an Iran-backed organized crime group.
Nigerian man alleges police watched childbirth videos
A Nigerian man claims police officers seized his phone at a checkpoint, searched it, and viewed private videos of his wife giving birth, then demanded fuel money.
Bandits Kill Worshippers in Sokoto Mosque, Abduct Residents
At least three worshippers were killed and several others abducted when bandits stormed a mosque in Tsamaye village, Sabon Birni LGA, Sokoto, during evening prayers. Seven bodies were recovered.
$167M Powerball winner arrested 4th time for strangling
James Farthing, who won Kentucky's largest Powerball jackpot of $167.3M, was arrested again for allegedly strangling a woman, marking his fourth arrest since his win.
Anthony Smith Arrested for Domestic Violence and Terroristic Threats
Former UFC title challenger Anthony Smith faces three felony charges including attempted domestic violence and terroristic threats after his arrest in Nebraska, with possible sentences of up to 50 years in prison.
Troops Foil Abduction of Zamfara Polytechnic Rector
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA foiled an attempted abduction of the rector of Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda, Dr Aminu Yusuf, rescuing 23 civilians and arresting a suspected informant.
Colonel Sought Islamic Clerics' Prayers for Coup Plot
Nigerian Army Colonel Mohammed Ma'aji allegedly paid Islamic clerics over ₦50 million for spiritual support ahead of a planned 2025 coup against President Tinubu, court records show.
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FESTAC residents give EKEDC 48 hours to restore power after 8 months
FESTAC Town residents marched to EKEDC headquarters, demanding power restoration after eight months of blackout and estimated billing, warning of mass action.
Couple Found Dead in Suspected Murder-Suicide in Scotland
Stacy Mair, 35, and Jim Mair, 43, were discovered dead in their remote cottage in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Police are treating the deaths as unexplained and investigating a suspected murder-suicide.
Fact Check: Gombe Cooking Video Not Bandits Cooking Human Flesh
A viral video claiming to show bandits cooking human flesh in Gombe is false. Fact-checkers confirmed it depicts a traditional Fulani wedding celebration, not criminal activity.
Widow's In-laws Vacate Home After Public Outcry
The in-laws of a 28-year-old widow, Tosin, have vacated her matrimonial home after public outrage over alleged harassment and intimidation following her husband's death.
Nigerian Man Killed in UK Car Crash: Three Victims Named
David Oyedeji Adediwura, a Nigerian man, died in a fatal crash in Wheathampstead, UK. Three men were killed; a GoFundMe campaign supports his family.
Nigerian Lady Deported from China, Banned, Loses N6M
A Nigerian businesswoman was deported from China after discovering her travel agent gave her a student visa instead of a business visa, and the invitation letter was fake, costing her N6 million and a ban.
Ondo Commissioner Libel Suit: N7M Costs Over Defects
Ondo Finance Commissioner Omowunmi Isaac and her brother filed a libel suit against 35 APC leaders; court ordered each claimant to pay N100,000 per respondent after process defects.
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