SA Police Probe Deaths of Eight Women Near Johannesburg
South African police found eight women dead in Gauteng over two months, aged 20-38, with bruises. A ninth body was later discovered in Dawn Park.
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Nigerian Woman Arrested in US for Illegal Voting, Name and Document Revealed
Gladys Adaeze Okafor, 56, a Nigerian in Lynn, Massachusetts, was arrested for allegedly voting illegally in the 2022 midterms and 2024 primary, despite not being a US citizen.
Petrol Hits N1,520/Litre, NLC Demands Action, Marketers Warn
Petrol prices hit N1,520 per litre in Nigeria, prompting NLC to demand wage awards and crude supply to refineries, while marketers warn of N2,000 per litre.
Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs dies at 84
Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has died at 84, his family announced on September 16, 2026, ending a career spanning over five decades in theatre, TV, and film.
Bandits abduct six clerics en route to Tinubu prayer gathering in Zamfara
Six Islamic clerics were abducted by suspected bandits in Zamfara while travelling to a prayer gathering for President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid, police confirmed.
US Visa Restrictions Target South Africa Race Policies
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced visa restrictions on foreign nationals linked to South Africa's race-based policies, including land confiscation and incitement of violence.
Cult Attack: Gunmen Kill Man in Osogbo After Ally's Murder
Adejuwon Adekunle, aka Asa, was shot dead by gunmen in Osogbo early Tuesday. Police suspect cult rivalry and have transferred the case to the CID. No arrests yet.
NDLEA Arrests Mexican Kingpin, Dismantles Ebonyi Meth Lab
NDLEA arrested Mexican cartel kingpin Arturo Carrera Loaiza at Lagos airport on August 19, 2026, and dismantled a meth lab in Ebonyi State, uncovering a transnational drug network.
Igbo traders protest Chinese retailers at Lagos Trade Fair Market
Igbo traders at Lagos Trade Fair Market protest Chinese manufacturers and retailers, chanting 'Chinese must go' over alleged customer takeover and unfair competition.
Benue Bandits Ambush DPO Convoy, Kill Two Officers
Two Mobile Police officers were killed in an ambush in Ayilamo, Benue State, on September 14, 2026, while escorting their DPO back from Makurdi, bringing the four-day death toll to six.
NSCDC Mining Marshals Arrest 2 Illegal Gold Miners in FCT
NSCDC Mining Marshals arrested two suspects at an active illegal gold mining site in Gwagwalada, FCT, following intelligence and a petition. Commander ACC John Onoja Attah warns more arrests are coming.
Fake Okada rider arrested for targeting 35 women in Bauchi
Bauchi police arrest Gambo Hassan, 53, who allegedly posed as Okada rider to kidnap, rob, and rape 35 women; recover phones, hijabs, and foreign currencies.
Anambra mother arrested for hot knife burn on daughter
Ogechi Ofoma, 32, arrested in Anambra after her 7-year-old daughter Oluebube was allegedly burnt with a hot knife for taking meat from a pot. Police and social welfare officials are arranging medical care and protection for the child.
FBI Releases Names and Photos of 54 People on US Watch List
The FBI has publicly released names and photos of 54 individuals on the 2026 US watch list, including suspected terrorists and fugitives, to solicit public tips for their capture.
Nine men jailed 10 years each for crude oil theft in Akwa Ibom
A Federal High Court in Uyo sentenced nine men to 10 years imprisonment each for crude oil theft and pipeline tampering in Akwa Ibom.
Police Recover Second Body at Ile-Ife Motor Park After Murder
Osun Police recover a second body at Mayfair Motor Park in Ile-Ife after Accord chieftain Olalekan Oyeyemi was shot dead. Case transferred to SCID.
Court Remands Couple Over Murder of Housewife
A Chief Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti remanded Lamidi Salau, 67, and Lamidi Aina Abigail, 65, over the killing of Kehinde Omize, 25. The couple faces conspiracy to murder and murder charges, with a third suspect at large. The case was adjourned to October
Adichie opens up on son's cremation, grief, Nigeria
Chimamanda Adichie reveals why she and husband Ivara Esege cremated their 21-month-old son Nkanu, and how the loss changed her feelings toward Nigeria.
Adeleke's Ally Shot Dead at Ile-Ife Motor Park
Olalekan Ajagungbade, a close ally of Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, was shot dead at a motor park in Ile-Ife. Governor Adeleke ordered arrests and announced a new Park Management System.
NAF Jet Bomb Kills 7 Vigilantes, Injures 8 in Niger State
A Nigerian Air Force jet bomb killed seven DSS Hunters vigilantes and injured eight in Kukoki-Bassa, Shiroro LGA, Niger State on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Benue Mob Allegedly Kills 80-Year-Old Over Witchcraft
A mob in Benue State allegedly beat 80-year-old Ordue Ikye to death over witchcraft allegations following a relative's death. The Advocacy for Alleged Witches has petitioned police.
Two Women Sexually Assault Male Driver After Kidnapping Him
Steenberg police rescued a 25-year-old e-hailing driver kidnapped and sexually assaulted by five suspects in Heathfield, Cape Town. The suspects demanded R4,000 ransom before police tracked the victim via GPS and arrested all five.
Kwara Monarch Dies After Rescue from Kidnappers
Onigbesi of Igbesi Land, Oba Moses Iwedunmoye I, died in hospital days after being freed from kidnappers who abducted him in August.
Father Arrested for Trying to Sell 16-Month-Old Daughter
Abia police arrested a father and three others for allegedly plotting to sell his 16-month-old daughter. Over 220 suspects arrested since August 10.
Wike's Aide Demands TikTok Ban After Child Abuse Arrest
Lere Olayinka, aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, urges Nigerian authorities to ban or review TikTok after Anambra police arrested a mother for allegedly posting a pornographic video of her eight-year-old daughter.
Nigerian arrested at Dublin Airport over alleged $23m fraud
Edwin Omokhuale, 39, was arrested at Dublin Airport on a UK warrant over alleged $23m fraud linked to an Australian mining company. He faces extradition to the UK.
Woman Alleges Pastor Exploited Her Tithes, Sexually Abused Her
A 28-year-old Lagos entrepreneur says her pastor targeted her after noticing her large tithes, exploited her finances, and allegedly sexually abused her. She spent nearly ₦500,000 on him, according to a PUNCH investigation.
Anambra Police Arrest Woman Over Child Abuse Video
Anambra police arrested Anulika Onyeanusia, 36, for allegedly using sex toys on a child. Four children rescued, suspect's husband questioned.
FBI requests EFCC collaboration to probe USAID fund diversion
The FBI has formally asked Nigeria's EFCC to collaborate on investigating alleged diversion of USAID funds meant for HIV and TB interventions, with irregularities found in Kano and other states.
Manhunt after husband allegedly hacks wife to death in Ekiti
A 25-year-old woman, Kehinde Onizeokaraga, was allegedly hacked to death by her husband, Sodiq Ibrahim, during a reconciliation meeting in Ado Ekiti. The suspect fled, and police have launched a manhunt. Commissioner of Police Michael Falade has ordered a
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