Man in Court for Allegedly Hacking Bank System to Steal N700m
EFCC arraigned Osaretin Osagiede in Lagos for allegedly hacking Best Start Microfinance Bank and stealing N700m via bypassed 2FA; he pleaded not guilty and was remanded.
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Foreigners flee Kenya after Ruto's business ban
Hundreds of foreign nationals, including Burundians, are leaving Kenya after President Ruto's order targeting foreign-owned small businesses, sparking violence claims and comparisons to xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
Eiffel Tower strike over female staff removal ends after talks
The Eiffel Tower closed Monday after staff struck over female employees being removed during a Hindu delegation visit. Management apologized, and an investigation has been announced.
NNPC Denies Ownership of Drug-Laden Fuel Truck Seized in Ondo
NNPC Ltd has denied owning a fuel truck seized in Ondo with 2,145kg of illicit drugs, saying it was not part of its fleet or authorised dealers.
Why Foreigners Can't Get Money Back After Visa Denial
People US clarifies why foreigners denied US visas cannot recover application fees, citing non-refundable processing costs and administrative procedures.
Man Returning Home for Wedding Beaten to Death by Lagos Mob
Basit, who returned from abroad for his wedding, was beaten to death by a mob on Lagos Island after an alleged hit-and-run. Police have arrested suspects.
EFCC Chairman: Over 5 Staff Facing Prosecution for Corruption
EFCC chairman Ola Olukoyede says more than five staff are facing prosecution for corruption, with over 40 dismissed in under three years.
Newborn Stolen in Kaduna After Woman Posed as Relative
A newborn was stolen from a Kaduna home after a woman posed as a relative. Police have launched an investigation to find the suspect and recover the baby.
Delhi Hostel Collapse: Six Dead, 40 Feared Trapped
At least six dead, five critical after Delhi hostel collapse traps at least 40 students in Satya Niketan. Rescue teams deployed.
Rivas Family Backs Death Penalty for Singer D4vd
The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez supports the death penalty for singer D4vd if convicted of killing the 14-year-old. Trial set for April 2025 slaying.
Police arrest new suspect in Anambra nursing student murder
Police in Anambra arrested Kosisochukwu Ibekwe, 26, over the murder of nursing student Vivian Chilaka, exonerating her landlord.
Two Met Police Officers Arrested Over Budapest Party Assault Claims
Two off-duty UK Met Police officers were arrested and suspended after allegations of assault and sexual assault during a Budapest trip with colleagues in June 2026. Both were bailed pending investigation.
FCT Police Arrest 10 Vandals, Recover Cables and Solar Lights
FCT Police arrest 10 suspected vandals in Kubwa, Wuye, and National Mosque areas, recovering armoured cables and a solar street light. Investigations ongoing.
Five dead as Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport
Five people died and five were injured after an Amazon Air Boeing 767-300 cargo plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, striking vehicles and catching fire.
Ex-Catholic Knight Held for Ritual Cleansing in Nnewi
Sir James Louis Okoye, a former Catholic Knight, was arrested in Nnewi for performing ritual cleansing with palm fronds and a bell, days after renouncing Christianity.
FCCPC probes Uber's exit from Nigeria over unfulfilled services
Nigeria's FCCPC has launched an investigation into Uber's abrupt exit from the country, focusing on unfulfilled services owed to customers. CEO Tunji Bello confirmed the probe in a Bloomberg interview on Sunday.
Senator Shehu Buba rejects banditry links, cites smear campaign
Senator Shehu Buba denies viral videos linking him to banditry, calls them fabricated, and reveals legal actions, including a defamation suit and cyberstalking charges against five suspects.
Crocodile handler dies after mauling at PNG wildlife park
A crocodile handler has died after being mauled by a crocodile at Adventure Park in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, on September 5. The worker, from the Western Islands, lost a leg before succumbing to injuries the next morning.
Missing Nigerian Woman Found Safe in Qatar Hospital
Saratu Jibo, 37, missing after arriving in Doha, Qatar, has been found safe in a hospital after falling ill. Her brother confirmed the news on Sunday, September 6.
US Green Card Lottery: 19 Countries Barred from DV-2026
The US State Department has barred nationals of 19 countries, including Nigeria, from the DV-2026 Diversity Visa lottery, with 51,850 visas available for fiscal year 2026.
NELFUND Debunks Fake Life Imprisonment Claim for Loan Defaulters
NELFUND has debunked a viral fake newspaper front page claiming President Tinubu approved life imprisonment for students who fail to repay education loans, confirming no such policy exists.
Ogun So-Safe Arrests Man, 34, for Burglary, Attempted Rape
The Ogun State So-Safe Corps arrested a 34-year-old man for burglary and attempted rape in Ilogbo. He allegedly broke into a home, stole appliances, and chased the victim with scissors.
Tragedy in Akure: Three Siblings Found Dead Near River
Three siblings, including 11-year-old twins and a five-year-old girl, were found dead near a river in Akure, Ondo State. Police have launched an investigation.
Egyptian TV Presenter Sentenced to Death for Drug Charges
Egyptian court sentences TV presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others to death for drug and weapons charges, confirmed after religious review.
Businessman dies after penis filler procedure in Thailand
Igho Ubiribo, 43, died from a pulmonary embolism after a penis filler injection in Thailand. A UK coroner linked the hyaluronic acid filler to his death, renewing warnings about cosmetic procedures.
Autopsy: Davido's Friend Died After Bangkok Filler Procedure
An inquest found that Igho Ubiribo, 43, died from a pulmonary blood clot blockage caused by hyaluronic acid filler injected at a Bangkok clinic in March.
Sarah Martins: Dispatch Rider Sending Nudes, Life Under Threat
Nollywood actress Sarah Martins publicly warns dispatch rider Opeyemi over alleged sexual harassment, revealing he sends explicit images and threatens legal action if behavior persists.
Bodies of 2 Missing French Fishermen Found After Trawler Sank
French prosecutors confirm divers recovered the bodies of two fishermen missing since the Maranello trawler sank off Plymouth on August 29, after weather improved.
Peller Denies Defamation, Tells Buchi 'You Aren't the Only One Bearing Buchi'
Streamer Peller denies defaming Solomon Buchi, clarifying his comments targeted a different fan named Buchi, after Buchi reported him to UK police.
Lagos Govt Fires Back at Tunde Ednut Over Waste Video
Lagos Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab says Tunde Ednut's viral Mushin waste video is outdated, urging content creators to verify facts before publishing.
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