Online Violence Against Women Journalists Doubles Since 2020
UN Women reports online violence against women journalists doubled since 2020, with AI exacerbating abuse. Nigeria ranks 112th in press freedom.
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UTME Candidate Killed for Knowing Too Much, Suspect Confesses
A suspect arrested in Lagos revealed that a UTME candidate was killed because he knew their identity and family, leading to his murder after the exam.
Customs intercepts N18.96bn cannabis in vehicles at Tin Can Port
Nigeria Customs intercepts cannabis worth N18.96 billion hidden in used vehicles from Canada at Tin Can Island Port, with NDLEA collaboration.
Police Arrest Cattle Rustlers, Recover Stolen Cow in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest two suspected cattle rustlers, recover a stolen cow valued at N1.7 million, a knife, and a vehicle. Suspects part of a four-man gang; two accomplices at large.
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NRC Pensioners, Management Disagree Over Staff Quarters Sale
Retired workers of the Nigerian Railway Corporation accuse management of eviction and sale of staff quarters despite ongoing court cases, with hearings set for May 2026.
Bandits kill father, daughter, abduct 17 in Sokoto
Bandits attacked Garin Faji village in Sokoto, killing a father and his 8-year-old daughter, abducting 17 others, and rustling 50 cows. Residents call for help.
Police Deny Arson at ADC Chairman Nafiu Bala Gombe's Home
Gombe State Police Command debunks viral social media claims that the residence of factional ADC chairman Nafiu Bala Gombe was set on fire after a court verdict, urging calm.
Robbers Steal Blessed Sacrament from Owerri Catholic Church
Robbers stole a monstrance containing the Blessed Sacrament from St. Mulumba Parish in Owerri, Imo State. The Catholic Archdiocese has called for a one-week prayer of reparation.
C'River community demands Supreme Court land ruling enforcement
Etap-Ayip Kasuk II Qua Clan petitions Cross River government over alleged abuse of office by Attorney General, citing imminent communal conflict over land dispute.
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Visually Impaired UNN Student Evicted Over Hostel Complaint
A visually impaired student, Nnamdi Daniel, was allegedly evicted from his UNN hostel for speaking out about poor conditions. CEO Alex Onyia vows to fight the injustice.
Ex-Spandau Ballet singer jailed 14 years for rapes
Former Spandau Ballet singer Ross Davidson, 38, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for multiple rapes and sexual assaults against six women between 2013 and 2019.
Father Arrested for Rape and Murder of 6-Year-Old Daughter
A 31-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly raping and murdering his six-year-old daughter in Amahlongwa, South Africa, sparking outrage and grief.
Man Accused of Killing Mother, Flushing Remains Down Toilet
A 29-year-old Mississippi man, Zachary Lavel Jackson Jr., is charged with murdering his mother and attempting to flush her remains down a toilet.
Nigerian migrant jailed 17 years for UK rape
Gift Oladele, a Nigerian migrant, was sentenced to 17 years in prison for raping a 19-year-old woman in Wrexham, UK. He was also given an extended licence and orders.
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Phone Thief Stabs Teacher to Death in Sokoto
A suspected phone thief, Mansur, stabbed teacher Usman Halilu to death in Sokoto. The attack late Saturday followed a grudge over a stolen phone. Suspect arrested.
Rabbi Dismembered in Closet by Colombian Gang
A New York rabbi was found dismembered and stuffed in a bloodstained closet in Bogota, Colombia, after being killed by a gang targeting tourists.
US Charges Mexican Governor, Officials with Drug Trafficking
The US Justice Department charged Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya and nine others for conspiring with the Sinaloa Cartel to import narcotics in exchange for bribes.
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EFCC Clears Pastor Jerry Eze of Money Laundering
EFCC cleared Pastor Jerry Eze after a six-month probe into alleged money laundering. Nigerians react with mixed feelings online.
Iran officials miss FIFA Congress over Canada entry denial
Iranian football officials returned from Toronto airport despite valid visas, missing FIFA Congress due to alleged mistreatment and IRGC ties.
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Anglican Church Suspends Anambra Priest Over Fake Miracles
The Anglican Diocese of the Niger suspends Reverend Ifunanya Maduka for six months without pay over staged miracles and false prophecies.
Mooro Bridge Collapse Disrupts Movement, Threatens Food Supply
The collapse of Mooro bridge on Ilorin/Igbeti Road has stranded motorists and pedestrians, threatening food supply to Kwara and neighboring states as engineers begin palliative work.
Ogun Police Arrest Two Suspected Cattle Rustlers
Ogun State police arrested Mohammed Mosque and Olaseinde Olatunji for allegedly stealing a cow valued at N1.7 million from a dairy farm in Ifo Local Council.
Anambra Victim Speaks After 16-Year Sentence for Rapist
An Anambra High Court sentenced Onyedika Okafor to 16 years for sexual assault and unlawful detention. The victim rejects his claims of a relationship.
Police Arrest Two for Cow Theft Worth N1.7m in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest two suspects for stealing a cow valued at N1.7 million from a dairy farm in Ibogun. The suspects were caught with the cow, knife, and operational vehicle.
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Customs seize N18.9bn cannabis in cars from Canada
Nigeria Customs intercepts N18.96bn cannabis sativa concealed in used vehicles from Canada at Tin Can Island Port, hands over to NDLEA for investigation.
Ex-Ogun CP links insecurity to light weapons proliferation
Former Ogun CP Abiodun Alamutu says proliferation of small arms and light weapons fuels insecurity, banditry, and terrorism in Nigeria, urging stakeholder collaboration to mop up illicit arms.
TikToker Behind Kano Underwear Rally Gets Women Affairs Role
Fatima Naseer, known as Teemahcool, has been appointed women's affairs officer in Nassarawa Local Government, Kano, after controversy over a public underwear display during First Lady Remi Tinubu's visit.
Harrison Gwamnishu Cries Out After Police Tear-Gas Attack
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu was tear-gassed and attacked by armed thugs while mediating a protest at Effurun police station over the killing of Mene Ogidi by a police officer.
Police Arrest Officers Over Okada Rider Death in Oyo
Oyo police arrest two officers after a motorcyclist dies during an unauthorized stop-and-search, leading to a station fire. Investigation underway.
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Thousands March in South Africa Demanding Foreigners Leave
Thousands of South Africans marched in Johannesburg demanding foreigners leave, amid rising xenophobic tensions after three shop owners were killed.
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