OPay denies viral claim it stopped using phone numbers as account numbers
OPay has dismissed a viral social media claim that it stopped using phone numbers as wallet account numbers, calling the information false and misleading.
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Nigerians rush to drink spilled beer after Lagos van crash
Residents in Lagos rushed to drink beer spilled from a crashed van at Abalti Barracks, ignoring broken glass. LASTMA, police, and LAWMA responded.
Family begs Tony Elumelu for mercy over teen's defamatory post
Family of 19-year-old Emmanuel Akwuobi begs Tony Elumelu for forgiveness after weeks in detention over an alleged defamatory X post about Awele Elumelu, fearing missed final exams.
Nigeria Demands Justice After Three Deaths in South Africa
Nigeria's Consul-General in Johannesburg, Ambassador Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, demands thorough investigations and prosecution after three Nigerians died in separate incidents in South Africa between September 18 and 21, including one allegedly linked to Xolan
Murder suspect moved to Ekwulobia prison over cult initiation
Kingsley Ogbonnaya, on trial for the 2020 killing of UNIBEN student Chinenye Nwoye, has been transferred from Awka to Ekwulobia prison after allegedly initiating inmates into a cult.
Three More Nigerians Killed in South Africa Within 4 Days
Three more Nigerians were killed in South Africa within four days in September 2026, bringing the 2026 death toll to 12 and the total since 2022 to 112, with no convictions recorded.
Phone seller arrested after fatal Lagos stop-and-search crash
A 20-year-old phone seller, Olusola Olumide, has been arrested after a Lagos police sergeant died when his Lexus hit him during a stop-and-search. Olumide claims brake failure caused the crash.
28 Human Skulls, Bones of Suspected Kidnap Victims Found in Abia Forests
Security operatives in Abia State uncovered 28 human skulls and bones in Umuaku and Nneato forests during a raid on suspected criminal camps in Umunneochi, police said.
Police Arrest Commissioner, 3 Others Over Civil Servant's Death
Delta Police arrested Commissioner Kingsley Ashibogwu and three others over the death of Deputy Director Unity Adeda, bringing total arrests to five. Two more suspects are being hunted.
DSS Secures Death Sentence for Sokoto Kidnapper Who Killed 3
The DSS secured a death sentence against Ibrahim Usman, aka Dan Iyali, for kidnapping and killing three people in Sokoto State in September 2023. Other suspects remain at large.
Bauchi Police Arrest Housewife for Allegedly Killing Co-Wife
Bauchi Police arrested 33-year-old Hauwa'u Haruna for allegedly killing her co-wife, Jamila Adamu, 43, with a pestle on September 27, 2026. The case has been transferred to the SCID for prosecution.
Customs Seeks Seizure of Dangote's Half-Brother's Aircraft
Nigeria Customs seeks permanent forfeiture of three aircraft linked to Sayyu Dantata over alleged ₦2.31bn unpaid import duty; hearing continues October 22, 2026.
Osogbo customers demand refunds after food company shuts down
Customers in Osogbo, Osun State, are demanding refunds after a food company selling discounted rice and other items shut down before delivering prepaid orders, with police deployed to the premises.
Six Major Bank Failures in Nigeria Since 2010: How to Recover Funds
Customers with funds in failed Nigerian banks can recover savings via successor institutions or NDIC liquidation. NDIC covers up to ₦5 million per depositor at commercial banks and ₦2 million at smaller banks, with excess claims dependent on recoveries. V
Newlywed reverend, bride abducted with four others in Kwara
Reverend Abiodun David and his bride Funmilayo Bamidele were abducted with four others by bandits along Eruku-Iyemero Road in Kwara State. Police and military have launched a rescue operation.
Ishola Oyenusi: 1970s Lagos Armed Robber Executed at Bar Beach
Ishola Oyenusi, the notorious 1970s Lagos armed robber known as 'Dr Oyenusi', was executed by firing squad at Bar Beach in 1971. His story of crime and fall remains iconic.
Lagos drivers plan October shutdown over Bolt, inDrive commission
Lagos app-based drivers, under AUATON, plan October strike against Bolt and inDrive, demanding a 10% commission cap and better welfare.
Transgender NICU nurse charged with abusing premature baby
A former transgender NICU nurse in Michigan faces four child abuse charges after a premature baby girl was found with multiple fractures and bruises at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital.
Tinubu, US govt oppose Greenspan FOIA discovery expansion
President Tinubu's lawyers and the US government have filed motions to block Aaron Greenspan from expanding discovery in a FOIA lawsuit over FBI and DEA records linked to Tinubu.
Katsina Man Arrested for Allegedly Killing Father With Stick
Katsina police arrested Sada Tambai, 27, for allegedly killing his 80-year-old father, Adamu Tambai, with a stick in Bindawa LGA. He confessed and faces court.
EFCC Arrests City Boy Movement Woman Leader Over Fraud
The EFCC arrested Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, City Boy Movement's south-west women's wing coordinator, on September 8 over fraud allegations. She was declared wanted in April.
Delta Police Arrest Aide Over Civil Servant's Death
Delta State Police arrested Lucky Adoh, aide to Commissioner Kingsley Ashibogwu, over the death of Deputy Director Unity Ekpevbughe Adeda. Two other suspects remain at large.
Appeal Court upholds Ndifon's two-year jail term for harassment
The Court of Appeal in Abuja upheld the two-year jail term for former UNICAL Law Dean Cyril Ndifon for sexual harassment, as announced by the ICPC.
Gunmen kill 5 miners, injure 2 in fresh Plateau attack
Gunmen killed five miners and injured two others in Marit village, Barkin Ladi LGA, Plateau State, on Saturday, July 26, 2026, according to the Berom Youth Moulders-Association.
Police Name Woman, 2 Hotel Workers in Abuja Bridge Body Case
FCT Police link woman and two guest house staff to body found under Katampe Bridge, Abuja. The deceased's missing phone led to arrest.
Biore UV Found in Nigerian Pharmacies Despite No-Distribution Claim
Pulse Nigeria's investigation found Biore UV sunscreen in licensed Lagos pharmacies and online stores, despite the brand stating it does not distribute to Nigeria. Prices varied widely, and NAFDAC registration could not be verified.
Ogala warns against ₦56m fraud for Blessing CEO bail
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has warned Nigerians against sending money to Isa Amira, who is soliciting ₦56m for Blessing CEO's bail, confirming the media personality lost her son Bryan in custody.
Kogi Activist Demands N2bn From Official Over Defamatory Posts
Austin Okai seeks N2bn from Kogi official Promise Emmanuel over alleged defamatory posts, threatening N5bn court claim if demands are not met within three days.
How to Reverse Airtime Sent to Wrong Number in Nigeria: 4 Steps
Sent airtime to the wrong number in Nigeria? Follow these 4 steps to report the error, contact your bank or network, and request a reversal in 2026.
Group Petitions EFCC, CBN Over Fidelity Bank Share Issues
Transparency Network petitions EFCC, CBN to probe alleged insider dealing, concealed ownership in Fidelity Bank shares, including Peter Obi and MD's transactions.
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