Saudi Deports 14,905 in Immigration Crackdown
Saudi Arabia deported 14,905 illegal residents and arrested 14,434 others during an August 20-26 crackdown on residency, labour, and border violations.
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US to Deport UAE Citizen Mohamed Rashed Over Tax Crimes
The US announced deportation of UAE national Mohamed Rashed, arrested in Atlanta, Georgia, for tax revenue crimes. Authorities released his name and photo.
Mining Marshals Defend Abuja Quarry Closure as Crime Scene
Mining Marshals say Stone Rockers quarry in Abuja remains sealed as a crime scene in an ongoing Federal High Court case, rejecting claims of unlawful closure.
Gunmen Kill 3, Abduct Traditional Title Holder in Kano
Gunmen killed three people and abducted the Sarkin Noma of Kano, Alhaji Yusuf Nadabo Chiromawa, in a late-night attack in Garun Malam LGA. He was later rescued.
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US lists 10 Nigerians on ICE 'Worst of the Worst' register
The US DHS has added 10 Nigerians to its 'Worst of the Worst' ICE register, with offences including wire fraud, identity theft, drug crimes, and child-related offences. No deportation dates have been announced.
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FBI Warns Tinubu Records Release Could Endanger Agents
The FBI told a US court that releasing records linked to President Tinubu could expose agents and informants to retaliation and physical danger, citing FOIA exemptions.
Tinubu US Court Battle: 7 Key Facts on Drug Records Case
President Tinubu faces a US court battle over FBI and DEA records tied to drug trafficking allegations. Learn the 7 key facts, including court rulings and sealed filings.
FG Probes N120bn Electricity Theft Along Ikorodu-Sagamu Corridor
The Federal Government has ordered a science-based investigation into electricity theft along the Ikorodu-Sagamu corridor, where losses are estimated at N120 billion annually.
Kidnappers Demand N20m Ransom for Abducted NYSC Members
Kidnappers have demanded N20 million ransom each for 15 NYSC members abducted along Aloma-Egane Expressway in Kogi State. Families appeal to FG and security agencies.
Niger Police Arrest Six Over Kidnap Syndicate Using Fake Lifts
Niger State Police arrested six suspects linked to a kidnap syndicate that lured victims with fake lifts, collected N9.5m ransom, and used victims' bank details for further extortion.
Taraba Police Arrest Two Women for Abducting Three Children
Taraba Police arrest two women for abducting three children in Jalingo, attempting to traffic them to Adamawa; driver's suspicion led to rescue.
Benue varsity student arrested for hot water attack on colleague
A 500-level student of Fr Moses Adasu University, Benue, was arrested for allegedly pouring hot water with salt and pepper on a roommate, police confirmed.
US Expands Deportation List to 134 Nigerians, Releases Names
The US government has increased the number of Nigerians slated for deportation to 134, publishing their names and photos. The list includes individuals arrested across multiple states on charges ranging from fraud and money laundering to violent crimes an
Ecuador Court Sentences Ex-President Moreno to 5 Years in Bribery Case
An Ecuadorian court convicted former president Lenin Moreno of bribery linked to a Chinese-built dam, sentencing him to five years in prison. He denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal.
Tinubu asks US court to block release of alleged drug records
President Bola Tinubu has asked a US court to block the release of FBI and DEA records related to alleged drug trafficking, citing privacy rights in a FOIA case brought by activist Aaron Greenspan.
Lagos DSVA condemns viral video shaming bedwetting child
Lagos DSVA condemns viral video showing a mother and siblings publicly shaming a young boy for bedwetting, calling it verbal and emotional abuse.
Bella Okagbue Serves Sheggz Pre-Action Notice Over Marriage Promise
Bella Okagbue's legal team served Sheggz a pre-action notice over alleged breach of promise to marry, domestic abuse, and repayment of funds exceeding £10,000 and ₦19 million.
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Bella Okagbue Threatens Legal Action Against Ex-Boyfriend Sheggz
Former BBNaija housemate Bella Okagbue has threatened legal action against ex-boyfriend Sheggz over breach of promise to marry and alleged domestic abuse, according to her lawyers.
Lagos: Man With Machete Attacks Lekki Cinema, Kills 2
A machete-wielding man attacked a Lekki cinema in Lagos, killing a security guard and injuring another before dying in mob action. Police have arrested the cinema's CSO and are reviewing CCTV footage.
Bolt Driver Stabbed to Death by Suspected Robbers in Calabar
A Bolt driver was stabbed to death by suspected armed robbers in Calabar on Friday after resisting car theft. Police have launched an investigation.
Police rescue two Colombian women from trafficking syndicate in Lagos
Nigeria Police rescue two Colombian women lured to Lagos and held captive by a trafficking syndicate; suspects at large.
Odumodublvck clashes with police in Lagos club arrest attempt
Rapper Odumodublvck clashed with police officers attempting to arrest him after a Lagos club performance, citing an ex parte motion and illegal arrest.
KC Luxury Sues NDLEA for N190m Over Arrest
Lagos socialite KC Luxury files N190m damages suit against NDLEA, seeking bail over August 13 arrest linked to 184.5kg drug seizure.
El-Rufai's Son Attacks Brother on X
Bashir El-Rufai publicly attacked his brother Bello on X, accusing him of disloyalty and opportunism amid their father's detention and fraud charges.
36 Nigerians Deported from Austria, Germany, Luxembourg and Hungary
Germany led a joint European deportation operation that returned 36 Nigerians, five Ghanaians and one Gambian to Lagos and Accra on a charter flight, Austria's Interior Minister Gerhard Karner said.
Juma Jux's alleged baby mama demands DNA test, calls minister
Juma Jux's alleged baby mama publicly demanded a DNA test in a post to Tanzania's Minister Dr Dorothy Gwajima, after a voice chat with the singer who denies paternity.
Reno Omokri Uses 1996 Tinubu Photo to Counter 90-Year-Old Claims
Reno Omokri shared a 1996 London photo of Tinubu and Dele Momodu to challenge claims the president is 90, asking if he looks 60.
EFCC Extradites 2 Nigerians to US Over Sextortion Deaths
The EFCC handed over Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle to US authorities on August 26, 2026, over sextortion schemes linked to the deaths of two teenage boys.
Juma Jux denies fathering child, takes legal action
Tanzanian singer Juma Jux has denied allegations he fathered a child with a woman named Musika, confirming he has handed the matter to legal authorities and urged the media to stop spreading misinformation.
KC Luxury Sues NDLEA for N190m Over Arrest, Detention
Socialite Afolabi Kazeem Michael (KC Luxury) has filed a N190m fundamental rights suit against the NDLEA at the Federal High Court in Lagos, challenging his continued detention without charge and alleging unlawful arrest, invasion of privacy, and unauthor
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