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Same Drug Costs ₦40,000 in Gbagada, ₦9,500 on Lagos Island
A Nigerian man bought the same prescription medication for ₦40,000 in Gbagada and ₦9,500 on Lagos Island, sparking debate over unfair drug pricing across pharmacies in Nigeria.
Category : Crime
NDLEA Seizes 1.63M Tramadol Pills, Busts Drug Syndicate
The NDLEA intercepted 1.63 million tramadol pills in Lagos and uncovered a transnational drug syndicate operating across Nigeria, Ghana, and the UK.
FG Warns of Fake N50,000 Allowance Registration Scam
The federal ministry of humanitarian affairs debunked viral claims of N50,000 National Support Allowance registration, warning Nigerians to ignore fraudulent messages.
Anambra Court Sentences Two to Death for Rape, Murder of Teen
An Anambra High Court sentenced Elochukwu Belonwu and Chukwuebuka Ofokwu to death by hanging for the rape and murder of 17-year-old Jennifer Anene.
Andrew and Tristan Tate Arrested by US Marshals on UK Charges
US Marshals arrested Andrew and Tristan Tate in Miami on July 18, 2026. UK authorities bring additional rape charges against the manosphere influencers, with extradition pending.
Bayelsa Police Arrest 3 for Stealing N500M Govt Equipment
Bayelsa State Police arrested three ministry staff for allegedly stealing government equipment worth over N500 million, including a generator and forklift.
Woman arrested for killing husband's mistress's baby in Benue
A 25-year-old woman, Erdoo Ugede, was arrested in Benue State for allegedly killing the two-month-old son of her husband's mistress. The baby died after being struck with an object.
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South African reporter robbed live on air, recounts ordeal
A South African TV reporter was robbed at gunpoint during a live broadcast. The crew's phones and laptop were stolen. No injuries reported. Authorities investigating.
Facebook, Instagram Hit by Major Outage, Users Locked Out
Facebook and Instagram suffered a widespread outage on July 19, 2026, locking millions out of their accounts with an error message citing a site issue.
Umahi breaks silence on nurse's death, calls for autopsy
Minister of Works Dave Umahi denies foul play in the death of 26-year-old nurse Mary Habila, calling her 'like a daughter' and urging an independent autopsy to determine the cause.
Court Convicts Two for Impersonating EFCC Officers
A federal high court in Lagos convicts two men for impersonating EFCC officers and defrauding victims of N1.3 million; sentencing set for March 18, 2025.
EFCC Rearraigns Ex-Skye Bank Chairman Tunde Ayeni on N15.6bn Fraud
The EFCC has re-arraigned former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni on amended N15.6 billion fraud charges before the FCT High Court in Abuja, marking his third arraignment. He pleaded not guilty.
Court Adjourns Suswam's N3.1bn Money Laundering Trial to Sept
The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned the 11-year-old N3.1 billion money laundering trial of ex-Benue Governor Gabriel Suswam to September 25, despite EFCC's request for a Friday hearing.
Rotimi Amaechi's Mother Mary Dies at 89
Mary Amaechi, mother of former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, has died at age 89. She was a Christian leader and community matriarch.
US strikes hit civilian infrastructure in southern Iran, killing 2
US air strikes hit five bridges, power facilities, and a train station in southern Iran, killing at least two people. The UN considers targeting civilian infrastructure a war crime.
Ex-Miss Universe Nigeria Chidinma Adetshina in Court Again
Chidinma Adetshina appeared in a South African court on Thursday as deportation proceedings continue, filing an affidavit to fight her removal over alleged unlawful residence.
Sophia Momodu sues Caroline Danjuma for N10 billion defamation
Sophia Momodu has initiated legal proceedings against Caroline Hutchings over an alleged defamatory Snapchat post, demanding a public apology and N10 billion in damages.
Rights group demands independent probe into Mary Habila's death
The International Human Rights Network calls for an independent investigation into the death of Mary Habila at the residence of Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi, citing concerns over political interference.
PCN seals 505 illegal medicine outlets in Cross River
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria sealed 505 pharmaceutical premises in Cross River State, finding 48.3% of medicine outlets operating illegally, posing a major public health threat.
Family petitions IGP for release of Mary Habila's remains
The family of late Mary Habila petitions the Inspector-General of Police for the release of her remains, rejecting autopsy requests and seeking a dignified burial.
Nigeria files terrorism charges in Oyo school abductions
The Nigerian government has filed 10 terrorism charges against three men over the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State, including conspiracy, aiding kidnapping, and membership in a proscribed group.
NEMA coordinates repatriation of 1,516 Nigerians from SA
NEMA has coordinated the successful reception of 1,516 vulnerable Nigerians voluntarily repatriated from South Africa between June 11 and July 15, 2024.
Court Dismisses PDP BoT Suit Against INEC
The Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a suit by the PDP BoT seeking INEC recognition of its faction, calling it an abuse of court process.
Police hunt teacher over flogging death of student in Anambra
Anambra police launch manhunt for a teacher who allegedly flogged a 12-year-old student to death on July 16 in Adazi-Ani. The SSI unit is investigating.
Anambra Court Sentences Two Men to Death for Rape, Murder
An Anambra High Court sentenced Elochukwu Belonwu and Chukwuebuka Ofokwu to death by hanging for conspiracy, rape, and murder of 17-year-old Jennifer Anene, who was mentally impaired.
COLA Resumes After 420-Day Cyber Attack Shutdown
COLA platform resumes operations after a 420-day shutdown due to a cyber attack. All user data restored, compensation offered, and users can log in via NJ app.
Court orders final forfeiture of 52 Lekki properties to FG
A Federal High Court in Lagos ordered the final forfeiture of 52 terrace and maisonette units in Lekki to the federal government, ruling they were proceeds of unlawful activities.
Anambra teacher surrenders after student flogging death
Ebere Dim, 47, voluntarily surrendered at Neni Police Station after a police manhunt for allegedly flogging a 12-year-old boy to death on July 16 in Adazi-Ani, Anambra State.
Paul University suspends lecturer over sexual misconduct
Paul University, Awka, suspends lecturer Cornelius Eze over serious sexual misconduct allegations. The Anglican-owned institution has invited security agencies and begun internal probe.
Eight suspected cultists arrested for assault on NDU student
Bayelsa police arrest eight suspected cultists for assaulting a Niger Delta University student over a N70,000 debt; suspects face prosecution.
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