Kano bride, 19, gets death sentence for husband's murder
A Kano High Court sentenced 19-year-old Saudat Jibrin to death for killing her husband Salisu Idris nine days after their wedding. 90 days to appeal.
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Edo Police Dismiss 5 Officers, Demote 1 Over Kidnap Ring
Five police officers dismissed, one demoted in Edo State for running a kidnap and extortion syndicate with bus drivers and POS operators, targeting residents.
Yahoo Boys Use Ritual Charms: American Investigator
An American investigator revealed that Yahoo Boys in Lagos use ritual charms ('Yahoo Plus') to manipulate victims, discovered during a field investigation involving searching refuse dumps for hidden shrines.
Apalachee Shooter's Dad Gets 15 Years
Colin Gray sentenced to 15 years for giving son the rifle used in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting that killed 4 and injured others.
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Woman, 19, Sentenced to Death for Killing Husband Nine Days After Wedding
A Kano High Court sentenced 19-year-old Saudat Jibrin to death by hanging for murdering her 30-year-old husband Salisu Idris nine days after their wedding in April 2025.
Suspected bandits abduct five poly students in Ogun
Five students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State have been abducted by suspected bandits from a private hostel, prompting exam cancellation and a police search.
Suspected Burglar Lynched by Mob in Ogun Autoshop
A 22-year-old suspected burglar, Lekan, was lynched by a mob in Abeokuta after breaking into an auto dealer's lot to steal motor parts on July 30, 2026.
Florida Superman Costume Arrest for Boat Burglary
A Florida man dressed as Superman was arrested after allegedly stealing power tools from a boat. He was released on a $5,500 bond.
Edo Rescues 11-Year-Old Abused Girl, Arrests Mother and Stepfather
Edo State Ministry rescues 11-year-old Rejoice Godswill after viral video shows mother burning her buttocks with melted nylon. Mother and stepfather arrested.
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Abia Man Throws Children from Building, Arrested
Police in Abia arrest a man for allegedly throwing his two children from a storey building in Umuobe; both children survived, the man injured and resisting arrest.
Keke Pass Distributor Killed in Jalingo, Two Arrested
A commercial tricycle union pass distributor was stabbed to death in Jalingo, Taraba State. Two suspects arrested, says police.
Georgia Father Gets 15 Years for Son's School Shooting
Colin Gray received a 15-year prison sentence for giving his teenage son the rifle used in the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting that killed four and wounded eight.
Germany Citizenship Fees: €255 Adults, €51 Children
Germany publishes citizenship application fees: €255 for adults, €51 for underage children without own income. Payment required before processing.
Father beats teen daughter to death over forced marriage Katsina
In Katsina, a teenage girl, Ummul Khair, has been beaten to death by her father for resisting a forced marriage. The suspect, Kabir Sani, is in police custody.
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Teen hero stabbed saving girl shot dead by 14-year-old
A 15-year-old Kentucky teen, previously stabbed while saving a 12-year-old from sexual harassment, was shot dead by a 14-year-old boy in Louisville.
UK Councillor Charged Over Offensive Post About Nigerians
Reform UK councillor Glenn Gibbins faces charges under the Communications Act for a 2024 Facebook post suggesting Nigerians be melted down to fill potholes. He appears in court August 21.
Man Arrested for Defiling Two Minors in Rivers
Rivers State Police have arrested a 50-year-old man, Godwin, for allegedly defiling two minors aged 11 and 13 in Ogale, Eleme LGA. The suspect is in custody as investigation continues.
Bandits Storm Court, Judge Escapes Window in Katsina
Armed bandits stormed a Shari'ah court in Gwarjo village, Katsina State, firing shots and demanding the judge. Judge Mohammed Muktar escaped through a window and fled on a motorcycle, prompting threats from the attackers.
Osun Governor Accuses Oyetola of Police Violence Before Poll
Osun Governor Adeleke told a peace committee that former governor Gboyega Oyetola directed police to attack Accord members, with 8 killed and 60+ detained without charge.
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SOKAPU Accuses Umahi of Threatening President Over ₦20bn Suit
SOKAPU alleges Minister David Umahi threatened its president via WhatsApp after the group filed a ₦20 billion lawsuit over nurse Mary Habila's death, vowing to pursue justice.
Death Sentence for Two Men in DELSU Student Murder Case
A Delta High Court sentenced two men to death by hanging for the 2019 kidnapping and murder of 300-level DELSU student Elozino Ogege, acquitting a third defendant and closing a long-running trial linked to ritual killing.
Barber Arrested for Hair Ritual in Umuahia
Police in Umuahia arrest a barber identified as Emeka after discovering bags of customers' hair and a suspected ritual shrine in his one-room apartment, sparking social media outrage.
Thailand's 90-Day Rule: Fines and Filing Methods for Foreigners
Foreigners in Thailand must report their address every 90 days or face fines up to 5,000 baht. Four filing methods are available, with penalties escalating for late or arrested offenders.
Abia Barber Arrested Over Human Hair Discovery in Clay Pot
A barber named Emeka was arrested in Umuahia, Abia State after a neighbour's complaint led police to find a clay pot filled with human hair and suspected ritual items in his room.
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Sultan: Stop Calling Criminals 'Fulani Herdsmen'
Sultan Muhammadu Sa'ad Abubakar III urges Nigerians to stop labeling kidnappers and bandits as Fulani herdsmen, affirming that crime has no ethnic identity.
Ex-US prosecutor tracks alleged Yahoo boy to Nigeria
Former US prosecutor Erin West travelled to Nigeria to trace a suspected Yahoo boy linked to a sex extortion scheme, but no arrest has been made despite evidence submitted to authorities.
Suspected Snatchers Kill NSCDC Officer in Abuja
A Deputy Superintendent of the NSCDC, Maiwada Abubakar Santali, was killed by suspected motorcycle snatchers in Karshi, Abuja. He was attacked while waiting for friends, died from head injuries.
UAE Lists 5 Types of Foreigners Barred from Entry
The UAE has outlined five categories of foreign nationals barred from entry, including deportees, criminals, health risks, and individuals flagged by security authorities. Learn about removal conditions.
Father-in-law arrested for locking widow out of home in Lagos
A Lagos father-in-law was arrested after a viral video showed him padlocking the gate, preventing his widowed daughter-in-law from accessing her late husband's property.
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Bauchi Police Arrest Three Over Witchcraft Killing
Bauchi police arrested three suspects for the murder of Monday Chiroma, 51, over witchcraft allegations. The victim was attacked with another man accused of bewitching a 20-year-old woman who later died.
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