Court Grants Witness Protection, Accelerates Coup Trial
Federal High Court Abuja grants FG's plea to shield a witness in the coup plot trial. Four witnesses testified, including bank officials and a military officer, as trial accelerates.
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IG Orders Dismissal, Prosecution of Officers Over Killing
Inspector-General of Police Rilwan Disu orders dismissal and prosecution of officers involved in the fatal shooting of Mene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State.
Bandits Kill Farm Worker, Abduct Owner in Kwara
Armed bandits attacked a farm settlement in Kwara, killing a labourer and abducting the owner. They demand N20 million ransom and two motorcycles.
Vandalism, diesel theft cause telecom disruptions - ALTON
ALTON chairman attributes persistent telecom network disruptions across Nigeria to vandalism and diesel theft, citing infrastructure sabotage and security risks to field engineers.
9.5 Million African Children Under-Immunised: WHO
WHO reports 9.5 million children in Africa are under-immunised due to poverty and conflict, with 6.7 million receiving no routine vaccines. Efforts like the Big Catch-Up initiative have reached 8.75 million children.
Lagos Police Parade 118 Suspects; Ex-Convict Admits Cultism
Lagos State Police Command paraded 118 suspects for cultism, robbery, murder, kidnapping, and vandalism. An ex-convict admitted returning to cult activities. Items recovered include firearms, telecom batteries, and drugs.
NDLEA Seizes N16.9bn Drugs in Lagos Raids
NDLEA operatives raided three hidden drug warehouses in Lagos, seizing 2.36 million tramadol pills and 1.9 million codeine bottles worth N16.9 billion.
Police, EFCC Rescue 14 Kidnapped Victims from Sea Pirates
Nigeria Police and EFCC rescued 14 abducted passengers from sea pirates on Calabar-Oron waterways through intelligence-led operations.
ASF France Demands Justice in Delta Police Killing
ASF France condemns the extrajudicial killing of Mene Ogidi by a police officer in Delta State, calls for accountability and prosecution.
Two dead, five injured in Ogun crash as driver falls asleep
Two persons died and five were injured in a multiple-vehicle crash on Ota-Idiroko Expressway in Ogun State after a truck driver fell asleep at the wheel.
Lab Workers Decry Poor Sachet Water Regulation in Oyo
Laboratory practitioners in Oyo State decry poor regulation of sachet water, linking it to waterborne diseases, and call for better remuneration to curb brain drain.
Group Urges Nigeria Govt to Review Drug Laws, Impose Stiff Penalties
A Nigerian NGO, Stamp Out Drug Abuse Initiative, calls for drug law review, stiff penalties, more rehab centers, and youth empowerment to combat rising drug abuse.
Court Grants FG Witness Protection in Coup Trial
Federal High Court in Abuja approves witness protection for a serving officer in the trial of six alleged coup plotters against President Tinubu, as prosecution presents four witnesses.
IGP Orders Dismissal, Prosecution of Officer for Killing in Delta
The Inspector General of Police has ordered the immediate dismissal and prosecution of ASP Nuhu Usman for the fatal shooting of Mr. Mene Ogidi in Delta State.
Lagos Socialite Gets 45 Years for Cocaine Trafficking
A Lagos socialite, Funmilola Arike Ogbuaya, has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for exporting 1.595 kg of cocaine to Saudi Arabia.
Why EFCC Probed Pastor Jerry Eze for Six Months
EFCC chair Ola Olukoyede reveals why Pastor Jerry Eze was investigated for six months over alleged money laundering. The probe found no wrongdoing.
IGP Approves Dismissal, Prosecution of ASP Over Efunrun Killing
IGP Olatunji Disu has approved the dismissal and prosecution of ASP Nuhu Usman and other officers for the fatal shooting of a suspect in Efunrun, Delta State, following a disciplinary review.
Sowore Warns of Fresh Protests Over Delta Killing
Omoyele Sowore condemns the killing of Mene Ogidi by a police officer in Delta, warns of End SARS 2.0, and demands the removal of top police officials in the state.
Police Dismisses Officer for Killing Suspect in Delta
Nigeria Police Force dismisses ASP Nuhu Usman for fatal shooting of suspect in Delta State, approves prosecution for gross misconduct.
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#EndPoliceBrutality: 11 Victims of Police Shootings 2022-2026
Over 11 Nigerians were killed or injured by police shootings from 2022 to 2026. Cases include Bolanle Raheem and Mene Ogidi, highlighting ongoing brutality and calls for reform.
Yvonne Jegede Questions Police Over Delta Killing
Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede reacts to viral Delta killing, shares clearer photo of officer involved, and questions police actions.
Tupac Family Sues Keefe D Over 1996 Murder
The family of late rapper Tupac Shakur has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Los Angeles against former gang leader Duane 'Keefe D' Davis, seeking unspecified damages for his 1996 murder.
Two Jailed 14 Years for Stabbing Death Over Girl in Kano
A Kano High Court sentenced Nafi'u Garba and Abdulmalik Garba-Yaroro to 14 years imprisonment for stabbing Surajo Garba to death during a fight over a girl in 2019.
Two Sentenced to Death by Hanging for Armed Robbery
An Ekiti State High Court sentenced two men to death by hanging for armed robbery. The convicts were found guilty of conspiracy and robbery with violence.
Obi Condemns Extrajudicial Killing of Mene Ogidi in Delta
Peter Obi condemns the extrajudicial killing of Mene Ogidi by a police officer in Delta State, calling it barbaric and a violation of the rule of law.
Jealous Woman Guilty of Murdering Sister by Slashing Throat
A woman has been found guilty of murdering her own sister in a fit of jealousy, slashing her throat in a brutal attack.
Woman Arrested for Stabbing Boyfriend Over Dinner Dispute
Mikayla Kloth, 27, allegedly fatally stabbed her boyfriend Lukas Rosch, 25, during a dispute over dinner plans in Wisconsin. She was arrested and held on $2 million bond.
Cubana Chief Priest Demands Life-for-Life for Police in Delta Killing
Cubana Chief Priest condemns Delta police killing of a suspect, demanding a life-for-life penalty for the officer and justice for all involved.
Two Arrested for Murder of UTME Candidate in Lagos
Lagos police arrest two suspects, Elijah Emmanuel and Tony Ogenata, for kidnapping and murdering 17-year-old UTME candidate Thompson Adams in Ikorodu.
Eight Arrested for Killing Man Buried Alive in Benue
Eight suspects have been arrested for the killing of Nyamkyegh Mpalegh, who was beaten and buried alive in Kwande LGA, Benue State. The victim's body was exhumed for examination.
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