Chukwurah urges Tinubu to fund vigilantes, not state police
Nigerian actress Clarion Chukwurah urges President Tinubu to redirect N500bn FAAC deduction to fund vigilante groups instead of pursuing state police to tackle insecurity.
Category : Crime
36 Borno Students Missing After Lassa School Attack
At least 36 students remain unaccounted for after the attack on Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Borno State, according to a community register and confirmed by the state government.
CSOs sue TotalEnergies in France over Niger Delta divestment
Four civil society groups filed a lawsuit in France to compel TotalEnergies to disclose documents on its planned sale of onshore oil assets in Nigeria's Niger Delta, citing environmental and human rights concerns.
CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks: full list
The Central Bank of Nigeria has revoked the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks for failing to meet regulatory requirements, including inadequate assets and inactivity.
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Court Allows Peter Obi to Serve Okonkwo Summons in N8bn Defamation Suit
Anambra High Court grants Peter Obi leave to serve Kenneth Okonkwo defamation suit summons via substituted means after initial service failed, in an N8 billion lawsuit over bribery allegations.
Akwa Ibom council suspends security supervisor over phone theft
Nsit Ibom Local Government Council in Akwa Ibom suspends Supervisor for Internal Security Idara Okure over alleged theft of two mobile phones at a Zenith Bank branch in Uyo, pending police investigation.
SSS Arraigns Five Sylva Associates for Concealing His Whereabouts
Five associates of ex-Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva were arraigned in Abuja for allegedly hiding him after he was declared wanted over an alleged coup plot against President Tinubu.
N98.5bn Patent Suit: Court Urges Amicable Settlement
The Federal High Court in Lagos has urged parties in a N98.5 billion patent infringement suit involving CBN, NIBSS, and others to resolve the dispute amicably before trial.
Plateau Police Arrest Two Suspects for Illegal Firearms
Plateau State Police arrest two suspects for illegal possession and sale of locally fabricated firearms, recovering rifles, magazines, and ammunition in Jos and Mangu.
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Court grants Mike Ozekhome permission for UK medical trip
The FCT High Court in Abuja granted senior lawyer Mike Ozekhome permission to travel to the UK for a six-week medical trip, ordering him to return his passport by 26 August 2026.
NUPRC confirms first aquifer contamination in Bille
NUPRC confirms first aquifer contamination in Bille community, Rivers State, due to prolonged toxic gas leak. Federal government pledges immediate aid and lasting solution.
Gbajabiamila accuser vows to clear name in fake agency scandal
Adeniyi Adeyemi, accused of running a fake presidential agency, says he is ready to face the law and clear his name amid fraud allegations and bribery claims.
Peller clashes with police over car without number plate
Popular TikToker Peller clashed with Lagos police officers after being stopped for driving a car without a number plate, alleging hostility and a gun being pointed at him.
Nigerian cabin cleaner praised for returning $730
Bala Zakari, a cabin cleaner, returned $730 and credit cards found on a British Airways flight, earning praise for his honesty.
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Eswatini brothers remanded for killing mother's boyfriend
Three brothers in Eswatini appeared in court for allegedly killing their mother's boyfriend with bricks and stones on June 28, 2026, and have been remanded until July 10.
LASEPA Seals 10 Businesses Over Environmental Pollution
LASEPA sealed 10 establishments across Lagos for repeated noise pollution, air pollution, and untreated effluent discharge, following warnings and abatement notices.
EFCC arraigns woman for identity theft in Enugu
The EFCC arraigned Mbah Chidinma Sophina for identity theft and forgery in Enugu. She faces three counts, including possession of fraudulent documents, and was remanded in custody.
Okonkwo Denies Receiving Court Papers in Obi's N8bn Suit
Kenneth Okonkwo, Atiku's ADC campaign spokesperson, says he has not received court documents in Peter Obi's N8bn defamation suit, learning of it only through social media.
Salesman sells employer's stock, gives money to girlfriend
A salesman in Ghana allegedly sold almost all items in his employer's shop and handed the proceeds to his girlfriend, leading to his arrest.
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Teen Allegedly Abducts Girl, 17, to Force Marriage
An 18-year-old man allegedly kidnapped a 17-year-old girl outside her Melbourne school, intending to marry her against her will. He faced court and was remanded.
INTERPOL, FBI arrest Nigerian in Ghana over US bank card fraud
A Nigerian national wanted by INTERPOL has been arrested in Ghana for allegedly using compromised US bank debit cards in a POS fraud scheme targeting fuel stations.
Florida beauty queen, boyfriend found dead in Venezuela quake
Skarlent Rodríguez, 23, and José Castro were found dead together under rubble after Venezuela earthquakes killed at least 1,719 people.
NDLEA seizes 6,778.5kg Canadian Loud cannabis at Apapa Port
NDLEA has taken custody of 6,778.5kg of 'Canadian Loud' cannabis seized in two containers at Apapa Port, Lagos, in a joint operation with Customs and other agencies.
Taiwan police bust $300 million World Cup betting ring
Taiwan police seized over US$300 million in illegal World Cup bets, arresting eight people in Tainan, including five from Hong Kong and Macau.
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Court adjourns Emeka Ike N10bn suit against INEC, Wike aide
The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned until July 22 the N10 billion fundamental rights suit by Nollywood actor Emeka Ike against INEC and Lere Olayinka over alleged privacy violation.
Daughter Raped by Father Heartbroken Over Possible Early Release
A woman raped by her father for years is devastated after learning he may be released early after serving just seven years of a 20-year sentence under Labour's early release scheme.
Nigerian Lawyer Quits Law Firm After NYSC, Shares Trauma
A Nigerian man went viral after sharing his reason for leaving a law firm post-NYSC. He faced disappointment from management and a tough two-week unemployment period but stood by his decision.
Man loses brother's £5m fortune battle, hit with £490k costs
A London court ordered Amir Moaven to pay approximately £490,000 in legal costs after losing a dispute over his late brother Abbas Moaven's multimillion-pound estate, ruled a sham.
Zimbabwe doctor admits two girlfriends in cyberbullying case
Dr David Madzikanda testified in a Harare court that two women in a cyberbullying case are his girlfriends, while remaining married to his wife.
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Doctor Dies 15 Minutes After Arriving at Kano Hospital
Dr Ibrahim, a senior consultant gastroenterologist, slumped and died just 15 minutes after arriving at Arewa Surgery Hospital in Kano to treat elderly patients. His last words were 'LA'ILAHA ILLALLAH.'
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