Anambra Demolishes Brothel, Arrests 38, Seizes Drugs
Anambra State Government demolished Airtight Guest House in Awka, uncovering a large cache of hard drugs and arresting 20 suspected sex workers and 18 male customers in a major security operation.
Category : Crime
Engineer Thrown From Building in Onitsha Dies After Theft Claim
A site engineer named Emeka died after allegedly being thrown from a four-storey building in Onitsha, Anambra State, following accusations of stealing boxer shorts. Police have arrested suspects and launched an investigation into the tragic incident.
Man Dies After Being Thrown from Building Over Theft in Anambra
A middle-aged man identified as Emeka died after being thrown from a four-storey building in Onitsha, Anambra State. He was accused of stealing his employer's boxer shorts, beaten, and locked up for three days before the incident.
Ondo Nurses Threaten Boycott Over Armed Attack on Health Centre
Nurses and midwives in Ondo State threaten to boycott night shifts following a violent armed attack at Oke Ijebu Health Centre in Akure, citing insecurity and demanding immediate government action to improve safety at public health facilities.
Delta Vigilantes Parade Suspect Over Alleged POS Fraud
A middle-aged man was paraded by the Agbor Gha-Ihun Vigilante Group for allegedly stealing hundreds of thousands of naira from POS operators in Agbor, Delta State, after confessing to the crimes.
Father Arrested for Rape and Murder of 11-Year-Old in Cameroon
A married father of three has been arrested in connection with the rape and murder of 11-year-old Divine Mbarga Atangana in Cameroon. The case has sparked outrage and calls for justice in the local community.
Islamic Cleric Sentenced to 15 Years for Teen Murder in Taraba
A Taraba State High Court has sentenced Mallam Mubarak Hassan to 15 years imprisonment for the culpable homicide of 16-year-old Mustapha Ishyaku, while acquitting him on abduction charges.
Man Killed by Phone Snatchers at Kawo Bridge in Kaduna
A middle-aged man was fatally stabbed by suspected phone snatchers at Kawo Bridge in Kaduna State, with eyewitnesses describing the attack as sudden and brutal. Residents call for increased security measures.
Derby Car Attack Injures Seven; Driver Arrested for Attempted Murder
A horrific incident in Derby city centre left seven people with serious injuries after a car ploug into pedestrians. Police arrested a man in his 30s on suspicion of attempted murder and other charges.
Ekiti Student Killed in Truck Crash, Father Demands Justice
A 21-year-old Building Technology student at FUOYE was killed when a truck crashed into his home in Aramoko-Ekiti. His father appeals for justice and road repairs.
85-Year-Old Man Gets 14-Year Jail Term for Rape in Kano
An 85-year-old man, Malam Isah Abdullahi, has been sentenced to 14 years imprisonment by a Kano High Court for rape. The conviction was secured by the state's Ministry of Justice after a successful prosecution.
Teen Found Dead in UI Pool, Police Probe Murder
Police in Oyo State have launched a murder investigation after a teenage boy's body was discovered in the University of Ibadan swimming pool. The victim, aged 14-15, was found with injuries and blood stains at the scene.
Sanctuary Revenge: Murder, Mercy, and Miraculous Twins
A pastoral visit turns violent as a couple attacks their church leader over a past grievance, leading to murder charges, imprisonment, and an unexpected redemption story with divine blessings.
Teen Arrested After Fire Destroys Historic UK Big Mill
An 18-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of arson after a devastating fire ripped through the historic Big Mill in Leek, Staffordshire, a Grade II-listed building dating back to 1857.
Calabar Timber Market Fire: No Casualties, Electrical Fault Suspected
A major fire at Akim Timber Market in Calabar destroyed goods worth millions of naira, but no lives were lost. Police attribute the blaze to an electrical fault and coordinated a multi-agency response.
Police Probe Teen's Death at UI Pool as Suspected Murder
Oyo State Police investigate the death of an unidentified teenage boy found at the University of Ibadan swimming pool, with signs of foul play including blood and bruises observed on the body.
Man Claims Right to Touch Women in Business Center Incident
A Nigerian lady, Hafsat, was left stunned when a man at a business center insisted on touching her inappropriately, arguing he had a 'right' to appreciate beauty abroad.
Tiger Woods Arrested for DUI After Florida Crash
Golf legend Tiger Woods faces DUI, property damage, and refusal charges after a high-speed crash in Florida, with police citing impairment from medication.
Streamer Arrested for Allegedly Instigating Fight for Content
Florida streamer Clavicular, real name Braden Eric Peters, was arrested on misdemeanor battery charges for allegedly provoking a physical altercation between two women during a livestream and sharing the footage online to exploit the individuals involved.
Man Sentenced to 35 Years for Toddler's Shaking Death
Jesse Sartin, 25, pleaded guilty to aggravated battery resulting in death after shaking his girlfriend's 20-month-old daughter, Caroline Boggs, who died from her injuries. The case highlights the tragic consequences of child abuse.
Katsina Police Arrest Female Thief, Recover N10M Stolen Items
Katsina State Police Command has apprehended Hadiza Ibrahim, a 27-year-old suspected serial shoplifter, recovering stolen merchandise valued at over N10 million from her residence following a tip-off.
Man Remanded for Allegedly Killing Mother Over Bath Refusal in Ebonyi
A 30-year-old man, Oforbuike Damian, has been remanded in prison for allegedly stabbing his mother to death after she refused to bathe him in Ebonyi State. The case has been adjourned to April 9, 2026.
Evangelist Arrested for Impregnating Teen in Anambra
Police in Anambra have detained evangelist Favour Ezani, accused of impregnating a 16-year-old girl brought for prayers. The suspect confessed and attempted to abort the pregnancy with herbs.
Nigerian Student Charged with Sexual Assault in US
Oluwasegun Sanni, a 19-year-old Nigerian student at Mount Saint Charles Academy in Rhode Island, faces second-degree sexual assault charges after allegedly assaulting an underage female student.
Winifred Ogbuja Reacts to Claims in Ochanya Abuse Case
Winifred Ogbuja has publicly responded to allegations that she refused to cooperate in the investigation into the death of her cousin Ochanya Ogbanje. She states she was a 12-year-old boarding school student at the time and did not witness any abuse.
Man with 'F**k Police' Forehead Tattoo Arrested
Joe Green, an Oklahoma man with a 'f**k the police' tattoo on his forehead, was arrested by Harrah Police for obstruction and interfering with official process. He has a lengthy criminal history dating back to 1999.
House Help Caught Poisoning Family Food in Nigeria
A Nigerian woman, Amy George, reveals how her house help was caught on camera adding a mysterious substance to her family's food just eight days after starting work, claiming it was 'talk and do' from her uncle.
Suspected Thief Beats Up Ondo Monarch, Sparks Outrage
Residents of Ogbagi-Akoko in Ondo State express fury after a suspected phone thief physically attacked their traditional ruler, Oba Victor Adetona Ojo, leaving him injured and hospitalized. The suspect, a frequent palace visitor, is in police custody as i
Police Rescue Kidnapped Boy, Arrest 5, Recover N1.5m in Borno
Borno State Police Command has successfully rescued a 7-year-old boy kidnapped in Maiduguri, arresting five suspects and recovering N1.5 million ransom through digital forensic analysis.
Lagos Task Force Clears Railway Corridor Amid Arson by Miscreants
Lagos State Task Force faced resistance while clearing the Fagba Railway Corridor, where miscreants set parts ablaze to evade arrest. The operation targeted criminal activities like robbery and drug peddling.
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