EFCC Chairman Details 6-Month Probe on Pastor Jerry Eze
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede revealed a six-month money laundering investigation into Pastor Jerry Eze, which ended with the cleric being cleared of all wrongdoing.
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Dokpesi Jr Flags 125.9 Million Shares on CAC Portal
Raymond Dokpesi Jr alleges grave manipulation of DAAR Communications shares on CAC portal, citing unauthorized increase of 125.9 million shares without probate.
Two Arrested in Lagos for Killing UTME Candidate
Lagos police arrested two suspects for abducting and killing a 17-year-old UTME candidate in Ikorodu. Investigation also links them to a 2025 murder.
Delta Police Criticized for Spiritual Defense of Killing
Nigerians condemn Delta police spokesperson Bright Edafe for attributing an officer's extrajudicial killing of a suspect to spirituality, calling for accountability.
FGC Kano Alumni Cry Foul Over PPP Land Grab
Alumni of Federal Government College Kano accuse officials of a N28 billion scam in a PPP deal ceding 33 hectares of school land to a developer, risking student safety.
CSGGG Urges Legal Council to Conclude Kalu Certificate Probe
A coalition urges the Council of Legal Education to complete its probe into Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu's law certificate, despite legal challenges from his legal team.
Man Kills Wife, Commits Suicide Under Two Years of Marriage
A Pennsylvania man shot his wife dead and then killed himself less than two years after their wedding. Police are investigating the motive.
Three Nigerians, Thai Woman Arrested in Romance Scam
Thai police arrested three Nigerian men and a Thai woman in Pattaya for running a romance scam network using bank mule accounts to channel illicit funds.
Idah Residents Petition Governor Ododo Over Abandoned Roads
Residents of Idah, Kogi State, have petitioned Governor Ododo over the abandoned township road project, citing contractor incompetence and demanding termination or re-award.
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Outrage as Police Officer Kills Restrained Suspect in Delta
Nigeria Police arrest ASP Usman Nuhu after viral video shows him shooting a restrained suspect in Delta. IGP vows prosecution and disciplinary action.
NANS Rejects EFCC Claim Linking Students to Cybercrime
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has faulted EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede's statement alleging majority of university students are involved in cybercrime, calling it misleading and unfounded.
Chad Arrests, Deports Nigerians Seeking Safety from Insurgents
Chad deported hundreds of Nigerians seeking refuge from jihadist insurgency, sparking fears of persecution and insecurity.
Osimhen Faces ₦142m Debt Claim from Mercedes-Benz
Victor Osimhen is reportedly facing a €90,000 debt claim from Mercedes-Benz for an unpaid leased SUV, raising questions despite his €20m annual salary at Galatasaray.
Troops Arrest Man for Allegedly Assaulting Farmer in Kaduna
Troops of Sector 7 arrested Moses Ali, 40, for allegedly assaulting a farmer in Sanga LGA. Security has been reinforced in the area.
UK Police Raid Religious Group Over Rape and Slavery Claims
Around 500 police officers raided the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light in Crewe, UK, investigating allegations of sexual abuse, forced marriage, and modern slavery.
Teacher Accused of Murdering Adopted Baby Called Him 'Dead Meat'
Jamie Varley allegedly abused and murdered 13-month-old Preston Davey, whom he was adopting with his partner. He called the baby 'dead meat' in texts. Trial ongoing.
Delta Police to Try Officer for Extrajudicial Killing
Delta Police PRO Bright Edafe says ASP Nuhu Usman will face murder charges for shooting a suspect, attributing the act to a spiritual attack.
Court Bars INEC from Recognizing ADC Factions
Federal High Court in Abuja restrains INEC from recognizing any congress organized by the controversial ADC leadership, deepening the party's crisis ahead of 2027 elections.
PTSD-Hit Ex-Prison Officer Wins £82K Over Unfair Dismissal
A former prison officer with PTSD from Afghanistan service has been awarded over £82,000 after an employment tribunal ruled he was unfairly dismissed.
US Woman Pleads Guilty to Monkey Torture Videos
Amanda Leigh Fourez admitted to paying for and distributing videos of sexual torture of monkeys, part of an animal crush ring.
Obi Blames Bad Leadership for Student Fraud Crisis
Peter Obi reacts to EFCC chairman's claim that 60% of Nigerian university students are involved in fraud, blaming bad leadership and moral decay.
Love Is Blind Star Gets 15 Years for Attempted Murder
Santiago Martinez, a former Love Is Blind Argentina star, was sentenced to 15 years for attempting to kill his ex-wife Emily Ceco after she ended their relationship.
British Travel Influencer Missing in Morocco
British influencer Rachel Kerr, 31, missing in Morocco after leaving a nightclub in Agadir. Family and authorities search as FCDO offers support.
EU Warns Meta Over Under-13 Users on Facebook, Instagram
The European Union has warned Meta that its safeguards may be ineffective in preventing children under 13 from accessing Facebook and Instagram, risking fines.
N300m Eviction Case: Defendants Seek Out-of-Court Settlement
Defendants in a N300 million illegal eviction case seek out-of-court settlement. Court vacates bench warrant for lawyer, adjourns to June 25.
EFCC Re-arraigns Bauchi Accountant-General, BDC Operator
The EFCC re-arraigned Bauchi State's Accountant-General and a BDC operator over an alleged N1.63 billion money laundering scheme before the Federal High Court in Abuja.
Nnewi Union Clarifies Ojukwu University Uli Campus Renaming
Nzuko-Ora Nnewi explains that Governor Soludo renamed only the Uli campus of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University after ex-Governor Mbadinuju, not the entire university.
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Viral Xenophobic Call Targets Nigerian Families in South Africa
A viral video shows a South African woman urging Nigerians to leave with their families, intensifying xenophobic tensions and sparking outrage online.
Gwamnishu Gives Fresh Update on Effurun Shooting Victim
Activist Harrison Gwamnishu reveals new details about the Effurun police shooting, claiming the victim was innocent and ready to expose the real culprit before being killed.
Father Charged After Three Kids Die in House Fire
Joshua Kannin, 39, faces child neglect charges after allegedly leaving his three children to die in a Thanksgiving Day house fire in Kenosha.
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