Category : Crime


Edo Burial Drama Over Missing Eyes Resolved by Doctor

A family in Edo state nearly canceled a funeral after finding the deceased's eyes missing from the corpse. A doctor confirmed chemical damage during embalming, allowing the burial to proceed after initial disputes.

Woman Arrested for Pouring Hot Water on Teen in Ogun

A 45-year-old woman in Ogun State has been arrested for allegedly pouring hot water on a 13-year-old girl, causing severe burns. The suspect, accused of child abuse, was arraigned and remanded after failing to meet bail conditions.

Mother Kicks Daughter from Window, Breaks Arms

A mother in Shreveport, Louisiana, allegedly kicked her 4-year-old daughter out of a second-story window, resulting in two broken arms. The mother faces charges including attempted second-degree murder.

Ogun Police Arrest Trio for Stealing Lexus SUV from Lagos

Ogun State Police Command has arrested a security guard and two accomplices for allegedly stealing a Lexus RX 300 SUV from Lagos and moving it to Ibafo for sale. The suspects were tracked to a hideout following a distress call.

Man Arrested with Human Head, Palms from Grave in Ogun

Ogun State Police arrest 43-year-old Idowu Ashafa for possessing human parts exhumed from a grave in Igbesa. The suspect was intercepted with a fresh human head, two palms, and other remains during a routine patrol.

Cleric Arrested for Defiling Girl in Ogun

Ogun State Police Command has detained Alfa Funmilayo Fatai, a 42-year-old cleric, for allegedly defiling an eight-year-old girl in Kara, Ibafo. The victim is receiving medical care at OOUTH Sagamu as investigations continue.

Fake JAMB Coordinator Arrested in Anambra for Impersonation

Anambra Police have arrested Eric Nwombu for posing as a JAMB coordinator, collecting UTME slips from candidates. The suspect was caught with eight slips and a notebook of details, prompting a police investigation and public warning.

Nigerian-American Threatens N1bn Lawsuit Against VeryDarkMan

Kelvin Onyiaeze, a Nigerian-American healthcare specialist, has threatened a N1 billion defamation lawsuit against social media commentator VeryDarkMan over false land-grabbing allegations, with support from the North American-Africa Coalition.

Police Summon 9 Ijebu Kingmakers Over Awujale Bribery Claims

Ogun State Police have summoned nine Ijebu-Ode kingmakers for questioning over bribery allegations in the selection of a new Awujale. Kingmaker Chief Abimbola Okenla expresses frustration over frequent police invitations, calling them distractions.

YEIDEP Disowns Fake N500,000 Grant Flyer, Warns of Fraud

The Youth Economic Intervention and De-radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP) has disowned a viral social media flyer offering a N500,000 grant and agricultural training, labeling it a fraudulent scheme. Officials urge the public to verify information through

Nigerian Extradited to UK Charged with 2018 London Murder

Matthew Adebiyi, a 25-year-old Nigerian man, has been extradited to the United Kingdom and charged with the 2018 murder of 23-year-old Joshua Boadu in London. The case involves a stabbing incident in Bermondsey, with two others previously convicted.

Gunmen Behead Man in Plateau Attack

Gunmen ambushed and beheaded Elisha Abbas Saku, 30, in Miango District, Plateau State. The Irigwe Youth Movement issued a statement condemning the violence.

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