Ogun State Police have apprehended a 38-year-old father and his 13-year-old son for unlawful possession of a locally made pistol, live cartridge, and mask along Shagamu/Ogijo Road. The suspects have been transferred to SCID for investigation.
A 21-year-old mother and her 10-month-old daughter were crushed to death by a falling tree during an Easter egg hunt in northern Germany. The tragic incident also claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl and left an 18-year-old seriously injured.
Mikhail Afolabi, 50, has been missing for nearly three months since disappearing during the Jos crisis on December 27, 2023. His sister pleads for public assistance to locate him.
A 37-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing another to death during a violent altercation at a beer parlor in Agbado, Ogun State, over a N25,000 debt. The victim succumbed to injuries after being rushed to a hospital.
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Jigawa State Police Command confirms arrest of Kabiru Nuhu, 27, who allegedly poured flammable substance on his 60-year-old father and set him ablaze in Kazaure LGA. Victim succumbed to injuries despite medical attention.
The Eboma family in Delta State accuses Ebere Sunday of beating his wife Etunim to death to marry a pregnant side chick, calling for a thorough investigation and justice.
A 20-year-old woman named Blessing was fatally struck by a stray bullet fired by suspected cultists in Amassoma, Bayelsa state, while returning from church. Police confirm the incident and have launched an investigation.
A suspected drug addict named Ojo Kayaman was crowned 'king of thieves' in Karaworo, Kogi State, after being caught stealing a gas cylinder to fund his addiction, highlighting community concerns.
Katsina State Police have arrested four suspects following a mob action that resulted in the death of a trader, Joe, after he allegedly stabbed a customer to death during a dispute in Kokami village.
A 14-year-old girl was fatally struck by a stray bullet inside her Maiduguri home, with conflicting reports blaming military or CJTF celebratory gunfire. The tragedy has sparked outrage and calls for accountability.
An early morning explosion at Mando Motor Park in Kaduna destroyed three CNG-powered luxury buses. Police confirm it was due to gas tank overfilling, not a bomb, with no casualties reported.
The NDLEA has arrested a cleric, his wife, and a drug kingpin in Lagos, uncovering cocaine hidden in palm kernel oil cans and seizing large quantities of illicit drugs across multiple states.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has initiated a full-scale investigation into claims that one of its officials demanded N100,000 from a commercial bus driver on Coastal Road, following a viral social media post.
Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Muhammadu Abubakar, and recovered an AK-47 rifle in an intelligence-led operation. The suspect confessed to involvement in kidnapping activities along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis.
Ogun State Police arrested 15 traders for blocking the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway with illegal structures, causing traffic gridlock and environmental issues during Operation No Traffic Gridlock.
A 14-year-old secondary school student was tragically killed by a stray bullet inside her home in Maiduguri, Borno State, allegedly fired by military personnel during celebratory gunfire at a nearby wedding ceremony on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a Celestial Church pastor and his wife in Lagos after discovering 11kg of skunk concealed in secret compartments of their Honda Pilot SUV.
Ondo State Police have arrested five suspected members of the Eiye confraternity during a secret meeting in Akungba-Akoko. The suspects were caught chanting cult slogans, with investigations ongoing to uncover their network.
Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected notorious kidnapper, Muhammadu Abubakar, and recovered an AK-47 rifle in an intelligence-led operation. The suspect confessed to kidnapping activities along the Ogbomoso–Ikoyi-Ile axis.
Ogun State Police Command has arrested 15 traders for illegal wares display and makeshift structures causing traffic gridlock and environmental issues along Abeokuta-Lagos Expressway.
An early morning explosion at Mando Motor Park in Kaduna destroyed three CNG-powered luxury buses, raising safety concerns. No casualties were reported as police investigate the cause.
The Kaduna State Police Command clarifies that an early morning explosion at Mando Motor Park was caused by a CNG-powered bus, not a bomb. No casualties were reported, and normal activities have resumed.
Taraba State Police Command has arrested suspects linked to the ambush killing of three officers in Donga LGA, recovering stolen firearms and intensifying security measures.
A 16-year-old Spanish boy, Alex Ansol, was discovered wandering in Dadin Kowa village, Kano State, after losing contact with his relatives while traveling from Jos to Saminaka. Police are seeking public assistance to reunite him with his family.
Aliyu Tunde Muhammad Elyaqub, a Nigerian youth, has gained widespread praise for returning N2.2 million sent to his OPay account by mistake. He also declined a N50k token of appreciation, citing his belief in doing the right thing without reward.
NDLEA operatives in Lagos arrested Pastor Afolabi Hodonu and his wife, Success, after finding 11kg of skunk in their SUV. The arrest is linked to wider drug operations, with nationwide raids uncovering cocaine, tramadol, and cannabis.
Katsina police arrest four suspects after a mob killed and set a man ablaze following a dispute that turned fatal. The Commissioner of Police condemns the act and urges public to report crimes.
The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Kabiru Nuhu, 27, who allegedly poured petrol on his 60-year-old father and set him ablaze in Kazaure. The victim, Nuhu Bakanike, later died from his injuries.
Armed assailants killed three people and injured one in Gyel Nyango Community, Jos South LGA, Plateau State, on Friday night. Police confirm the attack and announce new security measures.
Doofan Atsehe, a Benue woman reported missing in Badagry, has been found dead at Badagry General Hospital. She was last seen on March 24, 2026, and her body was discovered after an alleged accident in the Lusada area.