Kidnappers demand ₦950m ransom for 19 NYSC members
Kidnappers demand ₦950 million to release 19 NYSC members abducted in Imo State; police rescue 10, continue search for remaining victims.
Category : Crime
Nigerian beggar in Italy: 9 years, built house in Nigeria
A Nigerian man in Italy says he has begged for nine years, built a house in Nigeria, and supports his family, sparking online reactions.
Nanny allegedly helped robber steal $100,000 from businesswoman
Businesswoman Bo Hairs says her nanny helped an armed robber steal over $100,000 in cash, jewellery, and valuables from her Lagos home in a 10-minute ordeal.
Texas custody battle ends in tragedy as mother kills daughter, self
A Texas custody battle ended in tragedy when 35-year-old Cibelle Savella shot her 4-year-old daughter Vivian before taking her own life, hours after a court awarded primary custody to the father.
NASFAT Leader Malam Jamiu Yaakub Dies, Family Announces
Malam Jamiu Yaakub, Chairman of NASFAT Abobo and Deputy Imam of Abobo Central Mosque, Kogi State, has died. His family announced his passing on Friday, October 2, 2026, describing him as a man of great character, integrity, and humility.
Small Rugged Killed in Daylight Osogbo Cult Clash
Small Rugged was axed to death in Osogbo's Italolokan area on October 2, 2026. Osun Police confirmed two deaths and four injuries in a suspected cult clash, two weeks after Emir Ajagungbade's killing.
PDP Official Abdu Tefu Bambure Dies, Former Lawmaker Mourns
PDP Gombe Assistant Financial Secretary Abdu Tefu Bambure died October 1 at Federal Teaching Hospital, Gombe, after illness; Senator Bulus Kilawangs Amos mourns.
Court Appoints Receiver for Lagos Property in Abacha vs Levitikal Case
A Lagos federal high court appointed a receiver to manage a Victoria Island property in a suit by Maryam Abacha against Levitikal Realties, barring sale or mortgage pending case outcome.
BBNaija Keivo Speaks After Disqualification, Apologises to Fans
BBNaija housemate Keivo has publicly addressed his disqualification, admitting physical confrontation was wrong and apologising to fans, while reactions remain divided online.
89-Year-Old Man and Son Face Execution After Decade in Prison
Pa Everestus Okereke, 89, and his son Ugochukwu face death by hanging in Imo State after 10 years in prison for a 2016 murder allegedly committed by another relative who fled.
Mohbad: Family secures fresh police probe into singer's death
The Aloba family has secured IGP Olatunji Disu's approval for a fresh police investigation into Mohbad's 2023 death, assigned to the Special Enquiry Bureau, amid concerns over earlier inconsistencies.
Police rescue 10 after NYSC bus attack in Imo; count unconfirmed
Police rescued 10 people after gunmen attacked two NYSC buses in Imo State. The number of abducted remains unconfirmed despite reports of 20.
Woman who threatened Ogun police with knife over hemp arrest to face charges
A woman who went viral for threatening Ogun police with a knife after her arrest over Indian hemp sales has been arrested and will be charged to court, officials confirmed.
Delta commissioner arrested over deputy director's death
Delta Police arrest Commissioner Kingsley Ashibogwu over the death of deputy director Unity Adeda, who was allegedly beaten and tied during an office incident.
Bauchi woman kills co-wife with pestle over hallucinations
A 33-year-old woman, Hauwa'u Haruna, allegedly killed her 43-year-old co-wife, Jamila Adamu, with a pestle in Bauchi. Police say she acted under hallucinations, and the case is under investigation.
20 NYSC Members Abducted in Imo, Police Deploy Rapid Response Team
Gunmen abducted 20 NYSC corps members along Owerri–Onitsha Road in Imo State. Police Commissioner Audu Bosso visited the scene, and a Rapid Response Team has been deployed to track the kidnappers.
Tinubu FBI Letters Fake: Presidency Dismisses Online Documents
Fact check: Purported Tinubu letters to UN and US asking to block FBI records are fake. Presidency and AI tools debunk them.
Man Freed After 41 Years on Death Row as DNA Excludes Him
Douglas Stewart Carter, 71, was released on bail after 41 years on death row. New DNA evidence excluded him from key crime-scene material in the 1985 murder of Eva Olesen, prompting prosecutors to drop the death penalty.
Producer Mykel Cook arrested for exposing artist to HIV
New Orleans producer Mykel Cook has been arrested after artist Jayvonda Bazile accused him of knowingly exposing her to HIV. Bazile says she learned she was HIV-positive after their professional relationship became personal.
African China may enter politics, warns youths face corruption, substance abuse
Veteran singer African China says he may enter politics, citing corruption, weak law, and 80% youth substance abuse as key challenges facing Nigeria.
Police: Borno Youths Arrested for Drugs, Not Shirts
Borno Police say five youths arrested wearing 'Tinubu Must Go' shirts were found with drugs. Amnesty International rejects the claim and demands their immediate release.
Court remands fake PFIPC DG Adeniyi in Kuje prison
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered Adeniyi Adeyemi, the alleged fake PFIPC Director-General, to be held in Kuje Correctional Centre after he pleaded not guilty to eight counts of conspiracy and forgery.
Wike's Son Faces Suit Over $2.1 Million Abuja Land Deal
Jordan Wike, son of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, faces a civil suit over an alleged $2.1 million Abuja land deal. He denies receiving the money, saying he was on a flight to London on the payment date.
Florida mother arrested after leaving four kids alone for cruise
Nathalie Belizaire, 29, was arrested at PortMiami after leaving her four children, including a two-month-old, home alone for days while on a three-day Carnival cruise to the Bahamas. She faces four child-neglect charges.
Nigerians React as Abdulsalami Abubakar Stars in Indian Hospital Advert
Former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar appears in an Indian hospital's promotional video after knee surgery, sparking mixed reactions and criticism from Nigerians, including Omoyele Sowore.
Rivers Floods: Crocodiles, Snakes in Homes
Flooding in Rumuapu, Rivers State, has pushed crocodiles and snakes into homes, alarming residents amid Nigeria's worst floods in 15 years.
Teenager jailed 4 years over lookalike slippers finally freed
A Lagos teenager arrested in 2022 over slippers resembling the complainant's spent nearly four years in custody before a court discharged and acquitted him, Citizens Gavel said.
Five men remanded in Borno over 'Tinubu Must Go' T-shirts
Five men aged 21-44 have been arraigned in Maiduguri over 'Tinubu Must Go' T-shirts, accused of conspiracy and breach of peace; bail ruling set for October 6.
Married woman flees with lover's phone after his death in Abuja hotel
A married woman allegedly fled with her lover's phone after he died in an Abuja hotel; two workers dumped his body under Katampe Bridge. Police arrested all three.
FG denies ₦35,000 cash transfer flyer, warns of scam
The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs has flagged a viral flyer promising ₦35,000 National Cash Transfer as fake, urging Nigerians to ignore it and rely only on verified official channels.
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