Woman Claims Benue Man Assaulted Her for Rejecting Advances
A woman who traveled from Lagos to Otukpo, Benue State, to meet a TikTok acquaintance alleges he assaulted her eye after she rejected his sexual advances, and says police took no action.
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Dangote Group Rejects Viral Peter Obi Endorsement as Fake
Dangote Group has flagged as false a viral social media post falsely attributing a pro-Peter Obi statement to billionaire Aliko Dangote, warning the public against the misleading claim.
Aid worker slams Nigerians filming child accused of being witch
Danish aid worker Anja Ringgren Lovén condemns adults filming a malnourished child accused of witchcraft, calling them guilty and vowing to share their faces worldwide.
Ex-Minister Nnaji Granted N20m Bail Over Certificate Forgery
Former Minister Uche Nnaji pleads not guilty to six-count certificate forgery charges filed by the ICPC. Court grants N20m bail with conditions including a civil servant surety and passport surrender.
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Gunmen abduct mourners at FRSC deputy commander funeral, demand ₦50m
Gunmen ambushed the funeral convoy of late FRSC Deputy Corps Commander Augustine O. Ikwue in Kogi State, abducting nine mourners and demanding a ₦50 million ransom.
Dangote Offers N500,000 Reward Against Illegal Truck Haulage
Dangote Group offers N500,000 reward to report illegal truck haulage, clarifying that only approved cargo must be transported to curb smuggling and safety risks.
Husband kills wife in church, flees with two children
A man allegedly killed his wife inside a church in Owerri North LGA, Imo State, and absconded with two of their three children, leaving a baby behind. Police are investigating.
Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji Arraigned for Certificate Forgery, Granted Bail
Former Minister Uche Nnaji was arraigned by the ICPC on six counts of certificate forgery, money laundering, and obtaining N29.5 million in salaries under false pretences. He pleaded not guilty and was granted N20 million bail.
US Jails Man in $97m Oil Scam Tied to Nigerian Crypto Accounts
Geoffrey Auyeung was sentenced to 5 years for laundering $97.1 million from an oil investment scam, with funds traced to Binance accounts controlled by individuals in Nigeria and Russia.
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Man arraigned for defaming Governor Soludo's family
Ejike Ofoegbu, publisher of Igbo Times Magazine, was arraigned for publishing false, defamatory reports against Governor Soludo's family, including claims Soludo disowned his son.
Nigerian Jailed in Togo for Calling Woman Prostitute
A Nigerian man is reportedly serving a jail term in Togo after calling a woman a 'prostitute' during an argument, as it is a criminal offense if unsubstantiated.
First Lady Urges Davido, Burna Boy, Asake to Help Poor Nigerians
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu calls on wealthy entertainers like Davido, Burna Boy, Asake to establish charitable foundations, citing huge government burden.
Gbajabiamila Told to Step Aside as Chief of Staff Over Scandal
A lawyer calls on Femi Gbajabiamila to step aside as chief of staff amid the PFIPC scandal, urging a forensic audit after bribery allegations were retracted.
US Publishes 17 Nigerians for Deportation Over Money Laundering
The US government released the identities of 17 Nigerians convicted of money laundering, placing them on a deportation list under updated immigration enforcement measures.
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Man arrested in Nasarawa for beating wife to death
A 30-year-old man, Musbawu Amodu, has been arrested for allegedly beating his 20-year-old wife to death in Nasarawa State after she refused to cook.
Lagos man sentenced to death for killing rival over woman
A Lagos High Court sentenced Justice Odey to death by hanging for the murder of Benedict Agara during a fight over a woman, ruling that circumstantial evidence was sufficient for conviction.
Nigerians Slam Defence Minister Over Soldiers' ₦100,000 Salary Hike
Nigerians react after Defence Minister Christopher Musa announces soldiers now earn ₦100,000 monthly, up from ₦49,000, calling the raise insufficient amid rising insecurity and economic hardship.
UK-Based Nigerian Teen Guilty of Murder Over Social Media Feud
Emmanuel Popoola, 18, was convicted of murdering Keanu Harker in Enfield, London, after a Snapchat feud. He and co-defendant Tayvon Etefia await sentencing.
Bison attacks tourist, throws him 8 feet at Yellowstone
A grandfather was hospitalized after a 2,000lb bison tossed him 8ft into the air at Yellowstone. The attack occurred during rutting season; the victim followed park guidelines.
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Lady Cries After NRC Ponzi Scheme Crashes, Loses Husband's Money
A Nigerian woman wept on TikTok after the NRC Ponzi scheme collapsed in July 2026, wiping out her husband's money she invested without his knowledge.
South African Man Calls Fellow Countrymen Foreigners in Limpopo
A viral video shows a Limpopo man shouting at Zulu telecom workers, calling them foreigners in his province, weeks after anti-immigrant attacks on African migrants.
Troops intercept truck with illicit drugs on Lagos-Calabar road
Troops of the 65 Battalion intercepted a truck carrying a large consignment of illicit drugs along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road on July 9, 2026, arresting the driver and handing him over to the NDLEA.
Two Nigerians Arrested in Ghana for Killing Compatriot Over Fraud
Two Nigerian nationals arrested in Ghana for murdering a compatriot following a dispute over internet fraud proceeds. The victim was found with a deep cut wound and a towel stuffed in his mouth.
Freed Oyo Pupils and Teacher Need Urgent Psychological Therapy
The release of kidnapped Oyo pupils and teacher is welcome, but they urgently need long-term psychosocial support to address trauma, PTSD, and emotional scars.
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Zainab Sodiq Freed After DSS Detention Over Drone
Journalist Zainab Sodiq has been released after days in DSS custody. Her detention over an alleged drone permit violation sparked outcry from rights groups.
Appeal Court Dismisses Ex-Accountant General Nwabuoku's Bail Bid
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the bail application of former Acting Accountant-General Chukwunyere Nwabuoku pending his appeal against an eight-year sentence for laundering N868.5 million.
IPI Nigeria Secures Release of Journalist Zainab Sodiq
IPI Nigeria announced the release of journalist Zainab Sodiq from DSS detention after she was held for possessing a drone without an End User Certificate at Lagos airport.
Cross River seals three private health facilities over quackery
The Cross River Government sealed three private health facilities in Ikom and Nko for quackery, non-registration, outdated equipment, and lack of minimal standards.
DJ Chicken Arraigned for Threatening Seyi Tinubu
Social media personality DJ Chicken pleaded not guilty in an Ikeja court over alleged threats to kill Seyi Tinubu, granted ₦1 million bail.
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UCCDA Chairman Denies Authorizing Flood Report
UCCDA chairman Anietie Eka distances himself from a controversial flood report praising Akwa Ibom government, saying he did not authorize it, amid public outrage over insensitivity to flood victims.
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