Category : Crime


Man Arrested for Alleged Defilement of Minor in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested Emmanuel Usman, 23, for allegedly defiling a 14-year-old girl in Ijebu Owo. The victim reported the incident despite threats, leading to swift police action and medical care for her.

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Ogun Father Arrested for Incest, Illegal Abortions

Police in Ogun State have arrested a man for allegedly sexually abusing his daughter over several years and forcing her to undergo five illegal abortions. The survivor escaped and reported the case.

Father, Son Arrested in Ogun for Illegal Gun Possession

Ogun State Police have apprehended a 38-year-old father and his 13-year-old son for unlawful possession of a locally made pistol, live cartridge, and mask along Shagamu/Ogijo Road. The suspects have been transferred to SCID for investigation.

Mother and Baby Killed in Easter Forest Tragedy

A 21-year-old mother and her 10-month-old daughter were crushed to death by a falling tree during an Easter egg hunt in northern Germany. The tragic incident also claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl and left an 18-year-old seriously injured.

Ogun Stabbing Death Over N25,000 Debt Leads to Arrest

A 37-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing another to death during a violent altercation at a beer parlor in Agbado, Ogun State, over a N25,000 debt. The victim succumbed to injuries after being rushed to a hospital.

Man Arrested for Setting Father Ablaze in Jigawa

Jigawa State Police Command confirms arrest of Kabiru Nuhu, 27, who allegedly poured flammable substance on his 60-year-old father and set him ablaze in Kazaure LGA. Victim succumbed to injuries despite medical attention.

Katsina Police Arrest Four in Mob Killing Case

Katsina State Police have arrested four suspects following a mob action that resulted in the death of a trader, Joe, after he allegedly stabbed a customer to death during a dispute in Kokami village.

Police Arrest Notorious Kidnapper in Oyo, Recover AK-47

Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Muhammadu Abubakar, and recovered an AK-47 rifle in an intelligence-led operation. The suspect confessed to involvement in kidnapping activities along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis.

Stray Bullet Kills Teen Girl in Maiduguri Home

A 14-year-old secondary school student was tragically killed by a stray bullet inside her home in Maiduguri, Borno State, allegedly fired by military personnel during celebratory gunfire at a nearby wedding ceremony on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Five Eiye Cultists Nabbed in Ondo Police Raid

Ondo State Police have arrested five suspected members of the Eiye confraternity during a secret meeting in Akungba-Akoko. The suspects were caught chanting cult slogans, with investigations ongoing to uncover their network.

Police Arrest Notorious Kidnapper, Recover AK-47 in Oyo

Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected notorious kidnapper, Muhammadu Abubakar, and recovered an AK-47 rifle in an intelligence-led operation. The suspect confessed to kidnapping activities along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis.

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