Ex-NHIA Boss Bypassed Procurement Process, Witness Tells Court
A witness testified that former NHIA boss Prof. Usman Yusuf bypassed procurement procedures in awarding a vehicle contract to Lubekh Nigeria Ltd, linked to his brother.
Category : Crime
Female Warden Charged with Raping Inmate in Men's Jail
A female prison warden, Johnesha Rucker, has been charged with raping an inmate inside a men's jail in Memphis, Tennessee. She faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted.
XM Platform Collapses, Traps Naira Billions in Nigeria
XM Future Music Group, a Nigerian online investment platform, has crashed, blocking withdrawals and trapping billions of naira. Victims looted a Badagry office.
Abuja Pastor Remanded for Allegedly Raping Teen
A Federal Capital Territory High Court ordered the remand of Pastor Amos Isah for allegedly raping a 14-year-old church member. He pleaded not guilty to eight charges including rape and abduction.
Trespasser Arrested at Chris Brown's Home After Fire Attempt
A man was arrested at Chris Brown's Los Angeles home after jumping a fence and attempting to start a fire. Police responded to the Tarzana residence late Wednesday.
British Man Detained in Italian Bar Under Hantavirus Quarantine
A British man was arrested in an Italian bar despite being ordered to quarantine for hantavirus exposure linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak.
Businessman Jailed 7 Years for $247k Fraud
Kingsley Obasi sentenced to seven years imprisonment for stealing $247,390 by the Lagos Special Offences Court, EFCC announced.
Ondo APC Aspirants Accuse Governor of Deploying Thugs
National Assembly aspirants in Ondo State accuse Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of plotting violence against those excluded from his consensus list for primaries, calling for security intervention.
Rights Groups Probe Army Invasion, House Burnings in Enugu
Human rights groups Intersociety and CLO have launched investigations into the alleged army invasion and house burnings at Imezi-Owa Community in Enugu State.
SEC Warns Nigerians Against Fake Investment Schemes on Social Media
The SEC has warned Nigerians about fraudulent investment schemes on social media, urging verification of registration status before investing.
NMA Threatens N1bn Lawsuit Against EFCC Over UUTH Assault
NMA plans N1bn lawsuit against EFCC for alleged assault, harassment, and unlawful detention of doctors at UUTH, Akwa Ibom. EFCC denies wrongdoing.
Bauchi Police Arrest 60-Year-Old for Defiling 9-Year-Old Girl
Bauchi State Police have arrested a 60-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 9-year-old girl in Toro LGA. The suspect confessed to multiple acts.
14 Million Nigerian Children in Orphanages: ASOHON
ASOHON president Dr. Gabriel Oyediji reveals 14 million children live in orphanages, 95% in private homes, urging government support and better record-keeping.
Bauchi Police Arrest 60-Year-Old for Minor Sexual Assault
Bauchi State Police arrest 60-year-old Musa Garba for alleged sexual assault of a minor in Toro LGA. Investigation ongoing, suspect in custody.
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Lagos Shuts Businesses Over Sewage Violations in 2026
Lagos State sealed Domino's Pizza, Balmoral Convention Centre, and others in 2026 for untreated sewage discharge and wastewater violations in Lekki, Victoria Island, and Ikeja.
Nigerian Professor Jailed 70 Months for $1.4m Theft
Nkechy Ezeh, a Nigerian-born professor, sentenced to 70 months in US prison for stealing $1.4 million in donor funds meant for vulnerable preschool children in Michigan.
Stray bullet wounds boy in NDLEA operation in Bakassi
A boy was hit by a stray bullet during an NDLEA operation in Bakassi, Cross River State, after a mob attack on operatives. Two suspects were arrested.
PFN Mourns Brutal Murder of Bishop Clarence Chinedu James
The PFN Delta chapter mourns the brutal murder of its General Secretary, Bishop Clarence Chinedu James. Police arrest a domestic staff suspect in Anambra.
Nigerian Professor Gets 70 Months for $1.4M Theft
Dr. Nkechy Ezeh, a Nigerian professor in the US, was sentenced to 70 months for stealing $1.4 million meant for vulnerable children. She must also pay restitution.
SA businessman arrested for murder of three employees
Aldane Donnelly, 40, is accused of killing three workers in Camperdown, KZN, over unpaid wages. Victims were found with stab wounds and pipes inserted.
Ebonyi Police Arrest Prophet Over Child Witchcraft Abuse
Ebonyi police arrest self-acclaimed prophet Nwankpu James for abusing a child he accused of witchcraft. Child rescued, suspect in custody.
Togolese Man Remanded for Defiling Teen in Ondo
A 34-year-old Togolese farm labourer, Biola Muhammed, has been remanded in Olokuta Correctional Centre for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl in Akure, Ondo State.
Ghana MP Held in Netherlands Over $32m Fraud Allegations
Kwame Ohene Frimpong, a Ghanaian MP, was arrested at Schiphol Airport over alleged $32m money laundering and romance scam linked to FBI investigation.
Sales Girls Arraigned Over N1.2m Theft in Ado-Ekiti
Two women were arraigned before an Ado-Ekiti Chief Magistrates' Court for allegedly stealing N1.2 million from their employer. They pleaded not guilty and were granted bail.
11 Survive Plane Crash Into Atlantic Ocean Off Florida
Eleven people survived a private plane crash into the Atlantic Ocean off Florida. Rescuers found them in a life raft hours later, with fuel nearly exhausted.
Panic in Ondo Community Over Two Bodies Found in Bush
Two bodies found in Akotogbo bush cause panic. Police deploy operatives, assure public safety. Residents call for urgent intervention.
Customs, NDLEA intercept ₦16bn cannabis shipment
The Nigeria Customs Service and NDLEA intercepted a ₦16 billion cannabis shipment in a joint operation, intensifying the fight against drug trafficking.
NUEE Raises Concern Over Vulnerabilities of Technical Staff
NUEE expresses alarm over rising violence, hazardous conditions, and financial struggles faced by electricity workers, warning of further decline without urgent reforms.
Italian Court Clears Okoye of Betting Fraud Case
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been cleared of betting-related fraud after an Italian court permanently dropped the case, ending months of uncertainty.
Kano Hisbah Arrests Three Over Immoral Conduct
Kano State Hisbah Board arrested a fish seller and two women for alleged immoral conduct following public complaints, sparking mixed reactions from residents.
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