Borno Man Confesses to Beheading Woman in Adamawa Hotel
Ali Haruna, 27, confessed to killing and beheading Aisha in a Girei hotel, Adamawa, and drinking her blood. Police confirm arrest.
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Supreme Court Again Rejects Trump Appeal in Carroll Case
The US Supreme Court has again declined to hear Donald Trump's appeal in E Jean Carroll's sex assault and defamation case, making the jury's $5m verdict final.
EFCC Probes Man with Undeclared $73,000, £15,957, 827,800 Riyals
EFCC begins investigation of Haruna Yusuf after customs intercepted undeclared $73,000, £15,957, and 827,800 Saudi Riyals at Kano airport between August 8-12, 2026.
Shallipopi Vows Not to Let Case Die, Challenges Dapper
Nigerian singer Shallipopi has resumed his public criticism of music executive Dapper Damm, challenging him to a face-to-face meeting and claiming he has presented evidence to the EFCC over money owed to former artistes.
Man Arrested for Hacking Mother to Death in Ondo
Ondo police arrest Samuel Akoade for allegedly hacking his mother, Olufunke Akoade, to death in Ore on August 16, 2026. Machete recovered, case transferred to CID.
Mohbad's Widow Wunmi Shares Cryptic Videos Amid VDM Allegations
Wunmi Aloba, Mohbad's widow, broke her silence with cryptic Instagram videos a day after VeryDarkMan accused her of forging documents to access her late husband's estate. Fans reacted.
Court Orders Freeze of 69 Accounts Over N1.39bn Fraud
A Federal High Court in Lagos ordered banks and fintechs to freeze 69 accounts linked to alleged N1.39 billion fraud involving eTranzact, according to the EFCC.
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Billionaire's wife rejects $723m, seeks $6.2b in divorce
American billionaire John Overdeck's wife Laura rejects his $723 million divorce offer, demanding $6.2 billion, 35% of his Two Sigma stake, amid a high-profile trial.
VDM: Labs for Mohbad's Son DNA Test Can't Do Tissue Testing
Verydarkman claims two of three labs chosen for Liam's DNA test can't perform tissue-based testing on embalmed Mohbad, citing email replies.
Jemima Osunde Confronts VIP Traffic Offender in Lagos
Nollywood actress Jemima Osunde refused to yield her lane to a driver going against traffic near Oriental Hotel in Lagos, holding her ground until LASTMA officials arrived. She later vowed to cancel her schedule to stop traffic offenders.
VDM Alleges Mohbad's Widow Wunmi Forged Document
Activist VDM claims Wunmi forged a document to access Mohbad's estate, citing a name discrepancy between her NIN and passport.
Dior Adiele Accuses Father of Abuse, Abandonment in Viral Chat
Artist Dior Adiele publicly calls out her father, accusing him of abandonment, molestation, and neglect, after sharing their WhatsApp conversation online.
Eritrean man guilty of raping pensioner outside church
Bruke Desalagne, 33, was found guilty of raping a pensioner outside St John's church in Harrow, London, after dragging him from a bench and attacking him for 20 minutes.
Man Mourns Sister Killed in Fresh Benue Attack
Amise Friday Johnson mourns his sister Faith, killed in a suspected herdsmen attack in Ukum LGA, Benue State, on August 16, 2026.
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Davido: Nigerian Politics Is Evil, Won't Run for Office
Davido calls Nigerian politics 'evil' and says he won't run for office, after backing his uncle Adeleke in Osun election.
Woman Found Dead with Severed Hand in Osun Church
An unidentified woman was found dead on a church premises in Obelewo, Osogbo, Osun State, with her left wrist severed. Police confirm slaughter and ongoing investigation.
Kebbi Police Arrest 19-Year-Old for Stealing Newborn Baby
Kebbi State Police arrested 19-year-old Khadija Ibrahim for allegedly stealing a newborn baby to pass off as her own. The baby was safely reunited with the biological mother.
UK Deports 2,000+ Foreigners, 50% Rise in Removals
UK Home Office reports 50% increase in illegal worker removals since July 2024, with over 2,000 foreigners deported, sparking online debate on sufficiency.
Man Remanded for Stealing 22 Pants for Rituals in Adamawa
A 27-year-old man, Muktar Shehu, has been remanded in Yola for allegedly stealing 22 pants for ritual purposes. He pleaded guilty in court.
Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36: Investigation Ongoing
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' has died at 36. Her father confirms the tragic loss; police investigate, no foul play suspected.
NDLEA arrests businessman with N23m cocaine at Lagos airport
NDLEA arrested 48-year-old businessman Nwankwo Onyebuchi with 1.550kg of cocaine concealed in luggage at Lagos airport, plus other major drug seizures.
Man, ex-stepmother in court over alleged N500k murder plot
Nura Usman and Izzatu Aliyu were arraigned in a Kano court for allegedly conspiring to kill Alhaji Usman Shanono with a N500,000 bounty, but the plot was foiled.
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Kogi man arrested for setting wife on fire over clothes
A 33-year-old Kogi man, Jacob Irewa, was arrested for allegedly setting his wife on fire. Police say the fight started after the wife burnt his clothes. The victim is in hospital, and the suspect faces attempted culpable homicide charges.
Kogi Pastor Held for Setting Wife on Fire Over Shirts
Jacob Irewa, a pastor in Kogi, was arrested for allegedly dousing his wife with petrol and setting her ablaze over burned shirts. She survived and is receiving treatment.
Navy Hands Over 15 Expatriates, Vessel to Police
Nigerian Navy handed over 15 expatriates and a vessel to police for loitering in Nigerian waters. The suspects, including nine Filipinos and six Romanians, were arrested aboard MT ST Vanessa on June 19, 2012.
Thousands Protest Anti-Islam Film in Katsina
Thousands of Muslim protesters in Katsina demonstrated against an anti-Islam film, calling for its ban and urging authorities to prevent religious tension.
Court Dismisses Ex-IGP Ehindero's Objections, Orders Arraignment
Abuja High Court dismisses preliminary objections by ex-IGP Ehindero and Commissioner Obaniyi, ordering their arraignment over alleged N16m embezzlement.
Kogi Police Arrest Man for Setting Wife on Fire
Kogi Police arrest Jacob Irewa for allegedly setting his wife Berida ablaze after a domestic dispute in Lokoja. Victim is hospitalized.
Nigerian Woman Shares Video of Husband's Alleged Abuse
A Nigerian woman shared a video alleging her husband repeatedly beat and abused her, saying she's leaving the marriage and returning to her parents.
Photographer David Martins' Wife Alleges Domestic Violence
Wife of wedding photographer David Martins accuses him of domestic violence, alleging attacks, abuse, and a hidden double life. She reports to Lagos Police and embassies.
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