Man jailed for storing human waste outside home in Kano
A Kano court sentenced Mohammed Saidu to 14 days in prison and fined him ₦100,000 for storing bags of human faeces outside his home, causing a health hazard.
Category : Crime
School Guard Arrested for Defiling 10-Year-Old in Kebbi
Kebbi State Police arrest a 36-year-old security guard for allegedly defiling a 10-year-old girl at an Islamiyya school in Jega LGA. The suspect faces prosecution.
EFCC Arrests Prophet Over N70m Church Fraud
EFCC arrests self-acclaimed Prophet Sunday Koboko for allegedly defrauding church members of N70.3 million through fake spiritual investments and products.
District Head Killed in Plateau Ambush, Community Mourns
Saf Samuel Alaket, district head of Gwande in Plateau State, was assassinated by suspected gunmen in an ambush while returning from a council meeting. The community mourns as police remain silent.
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Remi Tinubu gives ₦100m grant to Benue women, opens ICT centre
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu empowers 2,000 Benue women with ₦100m grant and unveils new ICT centre in partnership with NITDA to boost digital skills.
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Katsina Shuts POS Centres, Bans Jerrycan Fuel Sales to Combat Banditry
Katsina State has shut down POS centres in two LGAs, banned fuel sales in jerrycans statewide, and restricted motorcycles to cut off bandit funding, fuel supplies, and mobility.
London Court Acquits Ex-Minister Diezani of Bribery
A London court has acquitted former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke of all bribery charges, citing lack of evidence after a lengthy trial.
Okpebholo Links Edo Kidnappings to Outside Criminal Recruits
Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo says rising kidnappings are fueled by criminals recruited from other states, with local collaborators handing victims to hired gangs.
NFSS Officer Alleges Police Misconduct in Delta Video
An NFSS officer claims Delta police officers unlawfully tried to confiscate his knife and camera, ignoring a court order allowing recording, as seen in a video.
Kebbi Police Arrest 13 Suspects in FRSC Killings
Kebbi State Police Command arrests 13 suspects linked to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and illegal firearms. Suspects include alleged killers of three FRSC personnel.
AGF Urged to Probe Passport Issuance to Suspect in Land Case
INAHURAT calls for investigation into alleged breach of court order after a suspect in a land fraud case was reportedly issued a new passport despite travel restrictions.
FUPRE student stabbed to death by brother over slippers
A 100-level student of FUPRE died after being allegedly stabbed by his elder brother during a hostel dispute over bathroom slippers. The suspect fled.
Suspect arrested for beheading baby in Ondo
Ondo police arrest suspect in gruesome killing of 18-month-old girl at Agoti Farm Settlement. Father recounts tragedy as investigation continues.
Customs Seizes N12.7 Billion Canadian Loud, Fake Drugs
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts 1.81 tonnes of Canadian Loud and expired pharmaceuticals worth N12.7 billion at Apapa Port in Lagos, in collaboration with NDLEA.
Woman Gets 45 Years for Trafficking Minor for Sex
A Federal High Court in Abeokuta sentenced Eniola Boluwatife Adedeji to 45 years for trafficking a minor to Cotonou, Benin Republic, for sexual exploitation.
Edo Govt: Local Forest Guards to Secure Forests, Farmlands
The Edo State Government has assured that forests and farmlands will become safer with the recruitment and training of forest guards from indigenous communities.
Activist Young Bob Assaulted During Debate in Manchester
Gregory Moffitt, known as Young Bob, was attacked in Manchester city centre while hosting a political debate on immigration, inspired by Charlie Kirk's format.
Woman Jailed for Stealing Ex-Boyfriend's Car in Ondo
An Akure court sentenced Rukayat Temitope Lawal to one year in prison for stealing and selling her ex-boyfriend's Toyota Sienna, ordering N2.8 million compensation.
Bandits Kill 10, Injure 11 at Burial in Kaduna
Suspected bandits attacked mourners at a burial ceremony in Kaduna, killing 10 people and injuring 11 others. Troops responded but attackers remain at large.
Real Madrid asks UEFA to punish Barcelona over referee payments
Real Madrid has formally asked UEFA to take disciplinary action against Barcelona over payments to former refereeing official José María Enríquez Negreira, citing evidence of undue influence.
Police Arrest Suspect With 36 Stolen Phones in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom police re-arrest Musa Idris with 36 stolen phones linked to armed robbery. CP Baba Azare warns against false security alerts and orders vehicle plate enforcement.
Zamfara Group to Sue Matawalle Over Certificate Issues
A Zamfara group, ZSCC, plans to sue Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle over alleged forged educational credentials used to secure public office.
ACF Condemns Profiling, Deportation Threat to Northern Women in Ondo
The Arewa Consultative Forum has condemned the alleged ethnic profiling and deportation threats against Northern women by Ondo Amotekun, calling it unconstitutional and discriminatory.
Kwara Govt Seeks Bench Warrant Against Saraki
Kwara State Government files criminal defamation suit against former Senate President Bukola Saraki over alleged false comments about Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's educational qualifications.
Motor Parks Now Drug Shipment Points: NDLEA
The NDLEA Kwara Command alerts that motor parks in Lagos, Oyo, Abuja have become drug shipment points. Commander Popoola urges corporate bodies to join the fight against drug abuse.
Toddler Beheaded in Ondo Farm Attack
An 18-month-old toddler was beheaded in a farm settlement in Ondo State. The father demands justice as police arrest a suspect in connection with the gruesome crime.
Ogun Police Arrest Six in Major Crime Bust
Ogun State Police arrest six suspects linked to illegal firearms, theft, and receiving stolen property in Abeokuta, Wasimi, and Ibafo. Items recovered include guns, generators, and phones.
Counsel Absence Stalls APC Primary Suit in Taraba Court
A Federal High Court in Jalingo adjourned a case challenging APC primary election for Jalingo/Yorro/Zing constituency after the third defendant's counsel failed to appear.
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NDLEA Auction: ₦6.15B from Drug Kingpin Assets
The Federal Government auctioned four assets seized from drug traffickers, generating over ₦6.14 billion. A Victoria Island luxury hotel sold for ₦5.9 billion, along with properties in Lekki, Ejigbo, and Akure.
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Female Arms Smuggler Sentenced to Death in Katsina
Hauwa'u Mukhtar was sentenced to death by hanging for smuggling 438 rounds of ammunition to bandits, in a landmark terrorism conviction in Katsina.
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