Lagos Police Dismantle Fraud Syndicate Using Dud Cheques
The Lagos State Police Command has dismantled a syndicate that defrauded vehicle dealers using dud and post-dated cheques, arresting key members and recovering seven vehicles.
Category : Security
44 rescued Oyo school kidnap victims reunite with families
44 pupils and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State reunite with families after 56 days in captivity, following discharge from LAUTECH Teaching Hospital on Tuesday.
Oyo Assembly Backs UN Probe into School Abductions
Oyo State House of Assembly supports Governor Makinde's call for an independent international investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers, despite Senate opposition.
Court remands journalist Stanley Ugagbe over cyberstalking charges
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the remand of journalist Stanley Ugagbe on charges of conspiracy and cyberstalking, with bail hearing set for September.
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US Reimposes Iran Port Blockade, Iran Strikes Eight US Bases
The US reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports, prompting Iran to strike eight US bases. The IRGC threatens to halt all energy exports from the Middle East.
Osun Police Confirm Arrest of Fake Council DG Adeyemi
Osun police confirm arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi, alleged fake PFIPC director-general, by FID-IRT operatives from Abuja following court order.
Gunmen abduct principal, NECO official, four students in Kogi
Gunmen abducted a school principal, a NECO official, and four students during an exam in Kogi State. One student has been rescued, and security forces are searching for the remaining victims.
FCT High Court Grants N100m Bail to Ex-CCT Chairman Umar
The FCT High Court granted N100 million bail to former CCT chairman Danladi Umar, who faces EFCC charges of receiving N15 million gratification from tribunal contractors.
46983 Registered Voters Displaced in Plateau, INEC Maps Strategy
INEC says 46,983 registered voters in Plateau State have been displaced due to attacks, prompting a special voting strategy to ensure their participation in the 2023 elections.
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Abia Secures Convictions of Two Child Molesters
Abia State has secured convictions of two child molesters, with one sentenced to life imprisonment for defiling a minor and another to 14 years for sexual assault.
Police Arrest Man with Gun Along Enugu-Port Harcourt Highway
Police in Enugu arrested a man with a gun during a stop-and-search on the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway. The suspect, a 30-year-old from Ebonyi, could not produce a licence.
Police Arrest Four Suspects Over Armed Robbery, Cultism
Police in Akwa Ibom arrested four suspects for alleged armed robbery and cultism, recovering a pistol, cartridges, phone, and cash.
FCTA Confirms 8 Rabies Cases, 2 Deaths; Urges Pet Vaccination
The FCT Administration confirms eight rabies cases and two deaths in Gwagwalada and Kwali. Residents urged to vaccinate pets and report bites immediately.
Alleged N36m Fraud: Court Adjourns Blessing CEO Trial
A Federal High Court in Lagos has adjourned the trial of Blessing CEO, a socialite accused of defrauding a woman of N36 million, to March 2025.
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Kogi launches rescue op for abducted school principal, students
Kogi State Government has launched a multi-agency security operation to rescue four persons abducted from Government Secondary School, Olowa, during NECO exams. One victim has been rescued.
Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro Faults State Police Proposal
Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro opposes state police, arguing governors seek personal gain and cannot fund it, citing unpaid N15,000 stipends in Benue.
EFCC returns house, SUV to Australian romance scam victim
The EFCC handed over a house, SUV, jewelry, and iPhone to an Australian woman defrauded by her husband in a romance scam, following a court forfeiture order.
Oriire Abduction: Now It's Time to Count the Chicks
The abduction of 87 people in Oriire, Oyo State, highlights Nigeria's worsening security crisis. The author calls for accountability and effective action.
Bandit Attack Kills Leader, Sparks Reprisals in Katsina
A suspected bandit attack killed a respected community member in Malumfashi LGA, Katsina State, triggering reprisal attacks that injured seven and disrupted traffic.
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Rape survivor's emotional video before suicide
A 25-year-old rape survivor, Precious, recorded an emotional video detailing her assault before committing suicide in Delta State. Her family has called for justice.
Cross River Police Campaign Against Jungle Justice
Cross River State police launch sensitisation campaign urging residents to hand suspects to authorities instead of mob violence, amid rising jungle justice incidents.
Senate Urges Security Deployment Over Killings in Benue
The Nigerian Senate has called for immediate security deployment to Benue communities after fresh attacks left several dead, urging federal intervention to halt the violence.
Police Arrest Taraba Student, Recover Revolver Firearm
Police in Taraba arrest a student, recover a revolver and cartridges. The suspect was caught during a stop-and-search operation in Jalingo.
11 killed as bus rams into stationary truck on highway
Eleven passengers died after a commercial bus crashed into a parked truck on the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway and burst into flames, the FRSC reports.
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Court awards N10m damages to Reps member in defamation suit
A high court in Ebonyi awarded N10 million in damages to Rep. Chinedu Ogah in a defamation case against social media critic Chisom Achor, who failed to defend the suit.
Whistleblower Trial Adjourned to October 27
The Federal High Court in Awka has adjourned the trial of whistleblower Nnamdi Emeh to 27 October, prolonging his detention since March 2023 on corruption exposure charges.
Uganda Starts 42-Day Ebola-Free Countdown After Final Patient Released
Uganda has started a 42-day countdown to be declared Ebola-free after discharging its last patient, following 20 confirmed cases and two deaths during the outbreak.
Police Insist on Autopsy as Family Opposes in Umahi Aide's Death
Police insist on autopsy for Umahi's aide despite family opposition, citing need to determine cause of death. Family claims religious beliefs prevent examination.
Court Threatens to Foreclose Sowore's Defence in Defamation Trial
A Federal High Court in Abuja has threatened to foreclose Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore's defence in his cyberbullying trial for calling President Tinubu a criminal.
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Kano Hisbah bans film downloads via phones for morality
The Kano State Hisbah Board has prohibited downloading and distributing films via phones to preserve public morality and Islamic values, with violators facing legal action.
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