Adamawa Witchcraft Killing Sparks Outrage Over 23 GBV Cases
A woman beaten to death over witchcraft allegations in Adamawa highlights gender-based violence as police report 23 cases in 2025, including adult rape and child defilement.
A woman beaten to death over witchcraft allegations in Adamawa highlights gender-based violence as police report 23 cases in 2025, including adult rape and child defilement.
A West Virginia librarian faces charges for allegedly using TikTok to recruit individuals for violent acts against former President Donald Trump, highlighting concerns over online threats.
Vijay Kumar, 51, of Atlanta, charged with murder after allegedly shooting his wife and three relatives in Lawrenceville. Three children hid in a closet and called 911.
A 38-year-old woman in South Africa has been arrested for murder after allegedly shooting and killing her neighbor's 4-year-old son while testing a licensed firearm in her yard.
Victoria Kemi Adedoyin, a 33-year-old Nigerian executive in Canada, was discovered deceased in her home hours after returning from work, leaving her community in shock as authorities investigate.
Armed bandits have set conditions for releasing 177 abducted worshippers in Kaduna, demanding ₦250 million and 20 motorcycles while using victims as human shields against military operations.
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed Alhaji Habibu Mai Shago, a popular businessman in Tiga town, Kano State, during a late-night raid on his shop where valuables were stolen.
NANS alleges Nigeria Police Force attempted unlawful seizure of late Sir Lucky Omoluwa's Abuja property, ignoring pending court appeal and collaborating with former company secretary.
A 47-year-old woman deported from the US after living there for 42 years reveals her difficult living conditions in Haiti, where she lost everything and seeks community support to rebuild her life.
Nigeria's security agencies traced funds to ex-Governor Timipre Sylva in an alleged coup plot against President Tinubu, with military officers confessing to using drones and advanced technology.
The Nigerian Correctional Service has officially refuted circulating reports about a jailbreak at Benin Custodial Centre, confirming all inmates are accounted for and facilities remain secure.
A serving police sergeant has been detained for allegedly providing an AK-47 rifle used in an armed robbery in Nasarawa State, following the arrest of a suspect who confessed during interrogation.
Daniel Odubanjo, 27, sentenced to six years for sexually assaulting two women on a train from Shenfield to Chelmsford. One victim lied about being 14 to stop the attack.
Bandits in Kaduna refuse to release 13 abducted villagers despite N40m ransom payment, forcing community to sell food reserves and face hunger crisis.
Two teenage girls from Benue State were rescued in Abuja after using their school fees to travel there for domestic work, then fleeing alleged maltreatment. Youth leaders intervened and arranged their return home.
A Nigerian woman shares a terrifying experience from 2023 when she visited her wealthy boyfriend's house and discovered charms and pots containing human skulls, leading her to flee and end the relationship immediately.
Sixteen Nigerian military officers indicted for plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu face capital punishment under military law, with investigations concluded and court-martial proceedings imminent.
A Kwara State High Court in Ilorin has sentenced Patrick Adams, Tijani Usman and Ahmed Muhammad to death for armed robbery, kidnapping and rape of a farmer and his wife.
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists kidnapped six family members in Gare Village, Adamawa State. Police and military forces have launched a joint rescue operation.
Yobe State Police Command has apprehended Aliyu Yarima, 35, accused of drugging and sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl in Babbangida town. The victim sustained serious injuries.
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have discovered a concealed illegal arms manufacturing facility in Nasarawa State, arresting one suspect and recovering weapons and tools used in production.
Suspected bandits attacked Chibauna community in Katsina State, killing two people and abducting over 50 women. Local officials are calling for urgent military intervention.
Adedapo Adegbola, a Nigerian man who relocated to the UK, pleaded guilty to murdering Stephanie Irons, a former colleague, in Nottingham. The court heard he faces a mandatory life sentence.
Katsina State Police have arrested the principal of Government Secondary School Shargalle for allegedly stealing solar panels, computers, and other equipment from the school laboratory in January 2026.
Armed kidnappers have abducted three daughters of Plateau State Water Board Director Engr. Apollos Samchi in a midnight raid on his Jos residence, shooting a security guard who is now hospitalized.
Nigeria's Defence Headquarters releases full list of 16 military officers indicted for alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu. Major General Samaila Uba confirms findings of serious misconduct.
The Nigerian Armed Forces has concluded investigations into an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government, with officers facing military trial for professional misconduct.
A man accused of stealing a motorcycle has died following a violent mob attack at Wannune Market in Benue State, with police investigating the incident and seeking to identify perpetrators.
The Nigerian military high command has officially confirmed that senior officers attempted to stage a coup against President Bola Tinubu, with a probe panel submitting its report.
Rivers State Police Command investigates shooting of Bangha Kingdom monarch, HRM Suanu Timothy Baridam, in Khana LGA. The king and driver were injured in the attack while returning from an engagement.