Kanu's lawyers threaten suit over call for execution
Nnamdi Kanu's legal team threatens legal action against Chigozie Nnabugwu for calling on the Nigerian government to kill Kanu to restore peace in the Southeast.
Category : Crime
Court Orders EFCC to Take Abuja Realtor Into Custody
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the EFCC to take realtor Rebecca Godwin-Isaac into custody and produce her in court on Thursday for alleged land fraud involving over N500 million.
Two farmers kidnapped in Ondo, N10m ransom demanded
Two farmers were kidnapped by gunmen in Ondo State's Akoko South-East LGA. A relative says N10 million ransom is demanded; police confirm search but deny ransom knowledge.
Wilfred Ndidi suffers ankle ligament injury at Beşiktaş
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has suffered an ankle ligament injury, confirmed by Beşiktaş after an MRI, putting his Europa League qualifier participation in serious doubt.
Jigawa Police Arrest Woman Over Hotel Death
Police in Jigawa have arrested a 20-year-old woman after her 60-year-old male companion died suddenly at a hotel in Dutse, with investigations ongoing.
Pastor sentenced to death for murdering daughter with Down syndrome
A Cross River State high court sentenced Pastor Ubong Etim to death by hanging for murdering his 16-year-old daughter Deborah Bassey, who had Down syndrome and was falsely accused of witchcraft.
Tolu Arokodare in Fresh Wolves Controversy After Training Dispute
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare allegedly disrupted a Wolves training session, leading to its cancellation and raising questions over his future amid Fiorentina's bid.
Akwa Ibom Lawmaker Alarms Over Flood Disaster in Constituency
Rep. Alphonsus Odudoh raises alarm over devastating floods in Ikot Abasi/Mkpat Enin/Eastern Obolo constituency, urging federal intervention as NEMA is tasked with relief efforts.
Sowore to Subpoena SSS DG, Presidential Spokesman in Trial
Omoyele Sowore's defence team plans to subpoena SSS Director-General Adeola Ajayi and presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga in his cyberbullying trial over posts about President Tinubu.
Court Advises Emeka Ike, Wike's Aide to Settle N10bn Suit
The Federal High Court in Abuja advised Nollywood actor Emeka Ike and Lere Olayinka, aide to FCT Minister, to explore out-of-court settlement in a N10 billion privacy breach suit.
Court upholds forfeiture of N293.97m, properties linked to ex-general
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has affirmed the final forfeiture of N293.97 million, properties, and investment assets linked to retired Major-General Emmanuel Atewe to the federal government.
NAFDAC Begins Nationwide Mop-Up of Banned Sachet Alcohol
NAFDAC has launched a nationwide enforcement operation to mop up banned sachet alcohol, targeting producers and retailers violating the ban.
Woman Paraded in Enugu for Feeding Faeces to Child
A woman in Ugwuoba, Enugu State, was paraded by residents for allegedly force-feeding human faeces to her niece, sparking outrage and calls for stronger child protection laws.
Edo Govt Seeks Help for Abducted 12-Year-Old Girl in Lagos
The Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development appeals for public assistance to reunite 12-year-old Amarachi Amos with her family after she was abducted in Lagos.
British woman jailed 6 years in Hong Kong for false rape blackmail
Isabel Rose, 26, was sentenced to six years in Hong Kong for blackmailing a British banker she accused of rape, fabricating the allegation to extort £100,000.
Rivers Police Condemn Killing of OSPAC Commander, Three Women
Rivers police condemn the killing of OSPAC commander Ozomela Stephen Nwaocha and three women in Omoku. Suspected cultists attacked Wednesday. CP Adepoju vows arrest.
Zambian Man Admits Killing Girlfriend with Iron Bar Over Texts
Edward Mwanamuchele, 33, admitted in Chipata High Court to striking his girlfriend Rhoda Munkombwe with an iron bar after finding explicit messages on her phone, causing her death.
Nigerian indicted for romance scam defrauding US agency
A 45-year-old Nigerian, Okeoghene Patrick Udugba, has been indicted for allegedly using romance and business email scams to defraud the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of over $300,000.
British Woman Jailed 6 Years in Hong Kong for False Claim
Isabel Rose, 26, from Hackney, was sentenced to six years in Hong Kong for blackmail and perverting justice after fabricating a sexual assault allegation against a British banker.
NSCDC secures life imprisonment for sex offender in Kwara
The NSCDC Kwara Command secured a life imprisonment sentence against a convicted sexual offender, handling over 100 gender-related cases from January to June 2026.
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Cross River passes same-sex marriage ban, lawyer says state lacks power
Cross River State House of Assembly passed a bill banning same-sex marriage for second reading, but a lawyer argues the state lacks constitutional authority to legislate on marriage, which is a federal matter.
Coscharis Appeals Judgment on Range Rover Dispute Closure
Coscharis Motors has filed an appeal against a court judgment that ordered the closure of its premises over a Range Rover dispute, seeking to overturn the ruling.
Family Finds Home Stripped by Thieves, Planned Return
A Nigerian family received a distress call from their tenant and returned home to discover thieves had emptied the property, removing AC units, TV, fridge engines, wiring, and personal belongings.
Texas Governor Abbott Orders Crackdown on Birth Tourism
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order directing state agencies to investigate birth tourism schemes, calling US citizenship fraud and not for sale.
Epstein-Linked Model Recruiter Found Dead in France
Daniel Siad, a French model recruiter who introduced young women to Jeffrey Epstein for over a decade, was found dead at his home near Paris on Monday. The cause of death is under investigation.
INEC asks court to dismiss Emeka Ike's data leak lawsuit
INEC asks Federal High Court to dismiss Emeka Ike's N10 billion lawsuit, denying data leak and arguing voter information is not confidential.
Married Woman Caught Cheating in Kogi Community Publicly Humiliated
A married woman was allegedly caught cheating on her husband in Odu Okpiyegede, Kogi State, and both she and her lover were forced to sit on the floor as humiliation.
Islamic Scholar Sheikh Zibiri Dies in Edo State
Alhaji Abdulmalik Zibiri, chief imam of Iyekhei in Auchi Sacred Kingdom, Edo state, has died. The Islamic scholar passed away on July 14, 2026.
Tenant challenges landlady for rent demand during flooding
A viral video shows a tenant confronting his landlady for demanding rent while his apartment is flooded, sparking debate on Nigerian social media.
Nigerian Woman Condemns Victim Blaming After Favour Agbro Suicide
Wanda Adu shares her own photo as a virgin to counter victim blaming of late Favour Agbro, who died by suicide after alleged rape by Odogwu of Asaba.
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