Ghana Court Jails Two Nigerians 20 Years for Trafficking
A Ghanaian court sentenced two Nigerians to 20 years in prison for luring compatriots with fake jobs and forcing them into cyber fraud. Police rescued 11 victims.
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US Expands Social Media Screening for Nigerian Visa Applicants
The U.S. is expanding social media screening for visa applicants, affecting Nigerians seeking work, study, and journalism opportunities.
Meta fined $567m more in New Mexico child safety case
Meta faces $942m in fines after New Mexico judge orders $567m penalty, calling company a 'public nuisance' over child safety failures.
Ambassador Explains Nigerians Stuck in Saudi Prisons
Nigerian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Yakubu N. Gambo, reveals that many Nigerians remain in detention after completing jail terms due to unpaid fines, as consular services strain under daily emergency cases.
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Kano spends ₦235.4m on classrooms for nonexistent school
Tracka and FIJ probe reveals Kano disbursed ₦235.4m for classrooms at GGSSS Massu, a school that residents and official records say does not exist.
Nigerian jailed 13 months in UK for dangerous driving
Michael Chiedu Nwanze, 23, sentenced to 13 months in UK prison for dangerous driving, speeding over 100mph in Northampton.
Police Rescue Four Kidnap Victims in Edo
Edo police rescue four kidnap victims unhurt after a coordinated operation on the Lagos-Benin Expressway. Suspects flee, manhunt ongoing.
Ireland Deports Nigerian Terror Convict Sam Okwuoha
Ireland deported Sam Okwuoha, 28, a Nigerian man convicted in Scotland of threatening mass murder and terrorist crimes, as part of a crackdown on foreign criminals.
Lagos Speaker Obasa's Father-in-Law Dies at 95
Lagos Assembly Speaker Mudashiru Obasa mourns his father-in-law, High Chief Hamza Alimi Majowogbe, who died at 95 and was buried in Ogun State.
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Nigerian Woman Escapes Tinder Lover's Captivity in India
A Nigerian woman narrowly escaped death after an Indian Tinder lover imprisoned her for two months, demanding 300,000-600,000 naira as 'proof of commitment' before luring her to India.
Court orders X to reveal user, awards ₦70m over birthday post
Lagos High Court orders X to identify an anonymous user who manipulated a birthday post, awarding ₦20m damages and conditional ₦50m against X.
NZ councillor's bathroom meeting with underwear causes uproar
Dunedin Councillor Jo Galer joined a livestreamed meeting from her bathroom, with underwear drying in view, prompting mayor's intervention and online uproar.
Security Operatives Rescue Kidnap Victim in Rivers
Security operatives in Rivers State rescued a kidnap victim in Ikwerre LGA on Thursday, August 6, 2026, following a distress call and swift action by LGA Chairman Hon. Charles Wobodo.
Abia Police Arrest Child Trafficker, Rescue Six Children
Abia Police arrest Nnamdi Lazarus, 51, and rescue six abducted children. The children are reunited with families, and investigation continues.
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Nigerian IT Student Sacked Over One Day Absence
Nigerian IT student Dosunmu Oluwatitofade Johnson gets terminated from SIWES placement for one unauthorised absence, sparking online reactions.
Ibadan Poly Graduate Paralysed by Police Bullet Breaks Down
Nurudeen Azeez, an Ibadan Polytechnic graduate, says a police officer shot and paralysed him in 2021, ending his dreams and leaving him unable to work for five years.
Pa. man faces record 5,538 charges in rape case
A Pennsylvania man faces 5,538 charges, including rape, in what may be the state's largest single case. Nearly 4,000 are felonies. He is held pending a hearing.
Ex-NFL star Stedman Bailey arrested for public sex at mall
Former NFL receiver Stedman Bailey was arrested in Florida after police say he and a woman engaged in sexual activity inside an arcade at Pembroke Lakes Mall.
Ogun Police Arrest Suspect for Visa Fraud Scheme
Ogun State Police arrest Ayomide for allegedly collecting money to process visas for victims. Investigations continue for accomplices.
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Court Freezes R6.2m in Illegal DStv, GOtv Streaming Case
South Africa's Asset Forfeiture Unit froze R6.2 million linked to an illegal DStv and GOtv streaming operation, with over 104,000 transactions identified.
NAFDAC alerts on counterfeit Forxiga diabetes drug
NAFDAC warns Nigerians about counterfeit Forxiga diabetes drugs, discovered in Eastern Nigeria, posing serious health risks. Investigation underway.
FRSC grilled over fake agency plates linked to Tinubu, Wike
House committee questions FRSC over issuance of official plates to alleged fake council linked to Tinubu, Wike; corps boss defends process.
Ogun Poly Students Freed After 8-Day Ordeal
Seven abducted victims, including five Gateway ICT Polytechnic students, freed after eight days. Police rescued them in two batches, no ransom paid.
Man Accused of NFL Scam Found Dead in Pool
Mohamed Coulibaly, 24, accused of defrauding NFL players in a fake e-commerce scheme, was found dead in a New Jersey pool. Tae Crowder allegedly lost $500,000.
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FG Urges Calm as Abuja Tremor Poses No Threat
Minister Dele Alake assures FCT residents after light tremor; NGSA monitors hourly.
Twin Boys Abducted in Minna Freed After Ransom
Six-year-old twin boys abducted by their family's security guard in Minna have regained freedom after over two months in captivity, following a ransom payment.
DHS Deports 5 Criminal Illegal Aliens Including Murderer, Drug Trafficker
DHS deported five criminal illegal aliens in late July 2026, including a murderer and drug trafficker, amid ongoing enforcement under Trump.
Tory Lanez Divorce Dismissed While He Remains in Prison
A Los Angeles court dismissed Tory Lanez's divorce case with wife Raina Chassagne due to inactivity, while he serves a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion.
US Expands Social Media Vetting for Visas in 2026
The US State Department expands social media screening to more visa categories, including foreign media and USMCA business travelers, requiring public accounts.
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Journalist Slapped by Agbero in Lagos During Interview
A News Central TV journalist, IBK, was slapped by an agbero during a street interview in Lagos, prompting a report on agbero activities and resident concerns.
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