Lagos Court Remands Businessman Over N16.5m Forex Fraud
A Federal High Court in Lagos has remanded businessman Fowowe Olanrewaju Akinola in custody over alleged N16.5 million forex fraud involving false pretenses and money laundering.
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Man Jailed 42 Years for €80,000 Internet Fraud in Lagos
Justice Olubunmi Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, has convicted Ndidi Joshua Bobby to 42 years' imprisonment for internet fraud and ordered forfeiture of his assets to the Federal Government.
Man Shot by Suspected Kidnappers Dies in Edo State
The Edo State Police Command confirms the death of a young man, Christopher, shot by suspected kidnappers wearing military uniforms in Auchi. His partner was abducted during the attack.
Lagos Airport Vandalism: 13 Jailed, One Remanded
A Magistrate's Court in Oshodi, Lagos, has convicted 13 individuals for vandalism at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, sentencing them to 19 months' imprisonment, while one suspect is remanded pending trial.
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Trans Woman, Partner Arrested for Alleged Child Kidnapping
A transgender woman and her partner face federal charges for allegedly kidnapping her 10-year-old son and flying him to Cuba, where fears arose about potential gender reassignment surgery.
South African Man Demands Foreigners Leave, Films Homes
A South African man trespassed late at night, filming a settlement occupied by foreigners while insisting they must leave the country. This incident highlights escalating anti-immigrant sentiments and door-to-door targeting of undocumented migrants.
Truck Kills Police Officer on Duty in Imo, Driver Detained
A Nigeria Police Force inspector died after being struck by a truck while on stop-and-search duty in Imo State. The driver has been detained as authorities launch a full investigation into the fatal incident.
UK Widow Dies in Ghana Crash After £1M Scam Loss
A British grandmother died in a car crash in Ghana after being defrauded of her £1 million life savings by online romance scammers, an inquest reveals.
Edo Govt Uncovers Adoption Scam, Shuts Illegal Orphanage
Edo State Government has closed an illegal orphanage in Afuze and arrested its proprietress for an alleged adoption fraud scheme involving fake documents and inflated fees.
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Anglican Priest Killed in Adamawa, Police Probe Gunmen Attack
Gunmen killed Rev. Emmanuel Ezeokwe in Zinai Village, Adamawa State. Police recovered AK-47 shells and are investigating the incident, while the Anglican Diocese calls for prayers.
Man Killed in Fight Over Woman in Akwa Ibom
A tragic incident in Akwa Ibom's Afaha Nsit II community saw a man allegedly killed by a rival during a violent altercation over a woman, highlighting the dangers of uncontrolled anger.
Husband Cleared in Wife's Suicide Case After Abuse Claims
A man accused of driving his wife to suicide through alleged abuse has been found not guilty of manslaughter and other charges by a jury at Winchester Crown Court.
Man Finds Salt in Generator After Not Paying Electricity Bill
A Nigerian man who refused to recharge his prepaid meter discovered salt poured into his generator, leading to viral reactions and discussions on noise pollution and alternative energy solutions.
Plateau Charges Five Suspects Over Angwa-Rukuba Killings
Plateau State Government has filed criminal charges against five suspects arrested by DSS for the March 2026 killings in Angwa-Rukuba, Jos North LGA. The suspects face charges including criminal conspiracy, culpable homicide, and terrorism-related offence
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Colorado Candidate Arrested After Child's Hot Tub Incident
A Republican state senate candidate in Colorado faces felony child neglect charges after his 4-year-old daughter nearly drowned in a hotel hot tub while he went to a bar.
Singer D4vd Isolated in Jail as Victim's Family Breaks Silence
Singer D4vd has been transferred to an isolated unit in Los Angeles jail following his arrest in the homicide case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The victim's family has broken their silence, describing her as a loving girl while calling for just
Nigerian-American Triple Homicide Suspect Found Dead in Jail
Olaolukitan Adon Abel, a Nigerian-American man accused of killing three people in Atlanta, has died in custody. Authorities found him unresponsive in his cell, with no signs of foul play.
Ex-Beauty Queen Shot Dead, Mother-in-Law Suspect
Carolina Flores Gómez, a 27-year-old former beauty queen, was found dead from a gunshot wound in her upscale Mexico City apartment. Authorities have named her mother-in-law as the prime suspect in the case, which is being investigated as intentional homic
Police Arrest Six Kidnappers in Kaduna, Collect N24m Ransom
Nigeria Police arrest six suspects linked to the abduction of CSP Silas Kundi and his son in Kaduna. A ransom of N24 million was paid, but the son was rescued unharmed.
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Rivers Summons OPM Founder Over Autistic Daughter Marriage
Rivers state government invites OPM founder Chibuzor Chinyere over controversial marriage plan for his autistic adopted daughter, citing legal concerns.
Rider Recovers Money from Scammer with Bank Trick
A dispatch rider shared how he outsmarted a customer who refused to pay for a delivery by using a bank transfer to force her to refund him.
Nigerian pleads guilty to $50m fraud, romance scams in US
A Nigerian national, Animashaun Adebo, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy for BEC and romance schemes causing over $50 million in losses in the US.
Chelsea Sack Three Coaches After Brighton Loss
Chelsea have sacked three coaches after a £262.4 million loss. Fans call for head coach Liam Rosenior's dismissal following poor results.
Mother, Pregnant Teen, Son Slain in Alabama Home
A mother, her pregnant teen daughter, and 12-year-old son were found murdered in their Alabama home, bound with zip ties and killed in separate rooms.
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CLO petitions German govt over Nigerian woman's child custody
Civil Liberties Organisation petitions German government and UN over the alleged unlawful foster care of a Nigerian woman's child in Germany, citing abuse and falsified documents.
Troops rescue three kidnapped victims in Niger State
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued three kidnapped victims in Niger State after a swift response to a distress call in Kusheri village.
Police Vow Prosecution of Trans-Border Murder Suspect
The Nigeria Police Force has paraded a 38-year-old multiple murder suspect arrested by INTERPOL in Benin Republic, recovering a Lexus LX 570, passport, and phones. The suspect is linked to two high-profile killings in Lagos in 2023 and 2024.
EFCC Alerts on Impersonations, ICPC Dismisses N50b Claim
The EFCC warns of criminals impersonating its officers in fake sting operations, while the ICPC denies a viral N50 billion bribery video as false and AI-generated.
NDLEA Forfeits N33.6 Billion Opioids from Onne Port
The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has granted an interim forfeiture order for 17 containers of illicit opioids worth over N33.6 billion intercepted at Onne Port. The NDLEA hailed the move as a major blow to drug cartels' financial resources.
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Woman Arrested in Ogun for Minibus Theft and Repainting
Police in Ogun State have apprehended a 22-year-old woman, Afeez Khadijat, over the alleged theft and repainting of a minibus along Ikhasi Road, Kajola, Omu-Ijebu. The suspect was caught with evidence including mobile phones and paint supplies, as investi
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