A yet-to-be-identified man allegedly robbed a sex worker of her money, phone, bag, and shoes at a hotel in Makurdi, Benue State, after tricking her into paying for the room and fleeing without paying for services rendered.
Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested two suspects, including a woman, for the brutal murder of a 27-year-old man who was burnt beyond recognition in Ukanafun LGA.
A suspected cult clash in Oyo State has left a 35-year-old man dead and his friend injured. The victim, Idris, was attacked after a baby naming ceremony.
Anambra State Police have arrested Eric Nwombu, accused of impersonating a JAMB coordinator and possessing unauthorized exam materials, including eight slips and student data.
The family of Ndudi Valentine Mmadudilim alleges his unlawful arrest and prolonged detention by police in Anambra State, with no trial or clear whereabouts after nearly two years.
A former California fire captain, Darin McFarlin, has been sentenced to life without parole for killing his fiancée and her 7-year-old son following an argument about a firefighter film.
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.
A 45-year-old woman, Adeoye Taiwo, has been arrested by Ogun State Police for allegedly pouring hot water on her 13-year-old niece, causing severe burns. The victim is receiving treatment.
The NDLEA cautions Nigerians against receiving packages from abroad without verifying contents, warning of legal consequences like jail for possession and conspiracy if drugs are found.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
A woman has been sentenced to one year imprisonment or a fine for forging NAFDAC employment documents to fraudulently obtain a UK visa, as part of a broader visa racketeering syndicate uncovered by the ICPC.
Ogun State Police have arrested a 43-year-old man, Idowu Ashafa, for possessing a fresh human head, palms, and other remains allegedly exhumed from a grave for ritual purposes in Igbesa.
Police in Anambra have arrested Eric Nwombu for impersonation and possessing JAMB exam materials. He was caught with UTME slips and student data after claiming to be a coordinator.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps rescued 18 pregnant women and 10 children from a baby factory in Badagry, Lagos, arresting two suspects involved in illegal adoptions and child trafficking.
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.
Rivers State Police Command operatives have arrested three suspected kidnappers and rescued a victim in a coordinated operation, using technology-based strategies. The suspects lured victims via social media.
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.
The Ogun State Police Command has summoned nine Ijebu Ode kingmakers for the second time over allegations of bribery in the selection of a new Awujale, with the process facing repeated delays and community dissatisfaction.
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Love Dooshimaa, a Lagos provisions store owner, faces a ₦50 million lawsuit from Bon Bread after her viral video showing bread that stayed fresh for two months. The bakery claims defamation despite her not naming any brand.
Kwara State Police have apprehended Hamza Woru for allegedly exhuming a relative's skull to sell for ritual purposes. The suspect's accomplice remains at large as the case proceeds to court.
A lady who attended Blord's court appearance has gone viral after posting her observations, describing people as 'very stubborn' in a social media post that sparked widespread discussion.
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.
The Ogun State Police Command has summoned nine Ijebu kingmakers for questioning regarding alleged bribery in the Awujale selection process, with appearances scheduled for Monday and Tuesday next week.
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
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 ambushed and beheaded Elisha Abbas Saku, 30, in Miango District, Plateau State. The Irigwe Youth Movement issued a statement condemning the violence.