Zimbabwe Man Sets Brother's Hut on Fire Over Memory Card
A 20-year-old Zimbabwean man allegedly burned his brother's kitchen hut over a memory card dispute, causing US$300 damage. He appeared in court on Tuesday.
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NFVCB Halts Linda Ikeji's Film Over Apo Six, Refers to DSS
NFVCB blocks Linda Ikeji's 'The Night of June 7th' cinema release over Apo Six killings, refers film to DSS for review. New date pending.
Shop Owner's 'Jamb Key' Foils Thieves' Break-In Attempt
A Nigerian shop owner discovered thieves cut her padlock overnight, but a 'jamb key' secondary lock prevented entry, saving her goods and business.
Odogwu Asaaba's Wife Claims Husband Was Set Up Over Favour's Death
Odogwu Asaaba's wife defends him, claiming he was set up and that his encounter with late Favour was a 'transaction gone wrong' after his arrest.
Simon Ekpa appeals six-year terrorism sentence in Finland
Pro-Biafra activist Simon Ekpa has appealed his six-year Finnish terrorism sentence; prosecutors seek a harsher penalty. The Court of Appeal will hear the case within three weeks.
Australia: 3 Study Conditions That Can Cancel Student Visa
Australia's Home Affairs outlines three study-related conditions that can lead to student visa cancellation, including early course completion and course switching.
Venita Fires Back After Cross Challenges Her to Fight Phyna
Venita Akpofure hits back at Cross Okonkwo after he suggested she fight Phyna in a celebrity boxing match, leading to a quick backtrack.
Australia: 5 Key Reasons a Foreigner's Visa Can Be Cancelled
Australia's Department of Home Affairs outlines five key reasons it may cancel a foreigner's visa, including non-compliance, fraud, criminal charges, and character issues.
Portable Shames Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, Olamide Over Poco Lee
Portable publicly shamed Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and Olamide for not supporting Poco Lee, who faces UK charges including sexual assault and attempted rape, with a court date set for September 15.
Nigerian traveller stunned by US preclearance at Dublin Airport
Nigerian traveller Ike Aguata completed full US immigration and customs at Dublin Airport before flying to Philadelphia, landing at a domestic terminal with no further checks. The experience drew 2 million views on X.
Rampage Jackson's Son Raja: Assault, Arrest, and Family
Rampage Jackson's eldest son Raja was arrested for felony assault on wrestler Syko Stu in 2025, sentenced to 90 days in jail, while daughter Naname leads a private life at Fordham.
Bauchi Police Arrest Man for Defiling 8-Month-Old Stepdaughter
Bauchi Police arrest Balarabe Adamu for allegedly defiling his 8-month-old stepdaughter in Toro LGA. Victim taken to hospital; suspect in custody.
Sheggz Submits £220,000 Financial Records in Bella Legal Battle
Sheggz's legal team submitted financial records showing he spent £220,000 on Bella during their UK relationship, as their feud escalates with defamation demands and counterclaims.
Phyna Calls Out Ashmusy Over Boxing Deal Sabotage
Ex-BBNaija winner Phyna publicly accused content creator Ashmusy of attempting to remove her from a multi-million-naira celebrity boxing deal she had pursued for about seven months.
Police rescue Kwara monarch, 2 victims, kill kidnapper
Kwara Police rescued Onigbesi of Igbesi, Oba Moses Omotayo, and two victims in a security operation around Elerin/Ijomu-Oro; one kidnapper was neutralized.
Poco Lee UK Saga: Woman Ray Denies Involvement in Rape Case
A woman named Ray has denied any involvement in Poco Lee's UK legal saga, saying her photo was misused. The dancer faces rape and assault charges at Snaresbrook Crown Court.
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UK court confirms five sexual charges against Poco Lee
Snaresbrook Crown Court confirmed five sexual offence charges against Nigerian dancer Poco Lee, including two counts of rape, as he remains in custody ahead of a September hearing.
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Four killed in Lagos communal clash after stabbing
Four people died in a communal clash in Ikola, Alimosho, Lagos, after a Northerner stabbed a former cult leader. Several were injured, properties destroyed, and calm has been restored.
Kidnapped boy rescued by youths in Cross River
A two-year-old boy kidnapped in Boki LGA was rescued by youths and vigilantes in Ogoja LGA, Cross River State. Two suspects aged 17 were arrested and handed over to police for safety.
Court Orders NDLEA to Produce KayCee Luxury After 14-Day Detention
A federal high court in Lagos ordered NDLEA to produce socialite KayCee Luxury at the next hearing after holding him over 14 days without a formal charge. He seeks N190 million in damages.
SA Man Arrested for Hacking Three to Death with Spade
James Mohajane, 41, was arrested by the Moeka Vuma community less than 12 hours after police circulated his photo, following the alleged spade murders of his girlfriend, her sister, and her sister's boyfriend.
Florida Couple Held Children Captive in Truck for 7 Years
A Florida woman and her fiancé were arrested for allegedly keeping four children in a tractor-trailer truck for nearly seven years, denying them school, medical care, and hygiene.
VDM dares police: Charge me to court for evidence
Social critic VeryDarkMan tells police to charge him to court, saying he will present evidence of alleged police-military aid to kidnappers.
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Baba Johunomi Battles Prostate Cancer, Urges Awareness
Veteran Yoruba actor Baba Johunomi reveals prostate cancer battle, urging early detection after ignoring urine changes. He shares his story to raise awareness amid rising cancer cases.
Former Texas Teacher Arrested Over Student Relationship Claims
Holly Adams, former Angleton High School teacher, arrested on charges including tampering with evidence and furnishing alcohol to a minor, following allegations of inappropriate relationships with students.
67 Nigerians Repatriated from South Africa Arrive Lagos
67 Nigerian returnees from South Africa arrived at Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, on Wednesday night, bringing total repatriations to 150.
Herders kill farmer in Kaduna, suspect arrested
Fulani herders killed farmer Reuben Akawu in Rafin Dadi, Jema'a LGA, Kaduna. Troops arrested 20-year-old Gambo Ibrahim; N197,000 pledged for burial.
Poco Lee charged with attempted rape, rape, assault in UK court
Nigerian dancer Poco Lee faces UK charges of attempted rape, two counts of rape, and two counts of assault by penetration at Snaresbrook Crown Court.
Chucky-masked suspect arrested in Vegas after Philadelphia manhunt
Zymire Hughes, 22, accused of terrorizing Philadelphia while wearing a Chucky mask, was arrested in Las Vegas by US Marshals on Tuesday, ending a two-week manhunt.
Serial killer Scalp Hunter dies without revealing victims' heads location
British serial killer John Sweeney, known as the 'Scalp Hunter', died in prison on August 14 after a cancer battle, without revealing where he hid the heads of his two murder victims.
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