Category : Crime


Lagos Rescues Child Abandoned Over Witchcraft Claims

The Lagos State Government has intervened to rescue a three-year-old child found malnourished and neglected by her mother, who accused her of witchcraft. Authorities have taken custody of the child while police investigate the case.

Imo Police Deploy Tactical Team After Monarch, Five Killed

The Imo State Police Command has deployed a tactical team to track down gunmen who killed a traditional ruler and five others in Ohaji/Egbema Local Council. The incident has sparked mourning and heightened security operations in the area.

Man Nabbed for Stealing Shoes at Mosque in Jigawa

A suspected thief has been apprehended in Hadejia, Jigawa State, for allegedly stealing worshippers' shoes during prayer at a mosque. The incident occurred on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with the suspect reportedly targeting mosques for an extended period.

Two Arrested for Fatal Stabbing of Man in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended two suspects, Samson Elisha and Ayuba Stephen, for allegedly stabbing 25-year-old Friday Isah to death during a birthday party in Mubi North. The incident occurred in Digil Ward, with the victim succumbing

Blind Elderly Man Abandoned by Children in Ibadan

A 75-year-old blind man, Mr Olaseni Arotiba, was left homeless after his children refused to care for him, citing their mother's needs. A Good Samaritan intervened, sharing his plight on social media.

Police Arrest Two Over Ekiti Varsity Hostel Robbery

Ekiti State Police have apprehended two individuals linked to a robbery at private hostels of Ekiti State University students in Iworoko. The suspects confessed and are aiding investigations to capture fleeing gang members.

Rapper iHeartMemphis Arrested for Burglary in Florida

Rapper iHeartMemphis, real name Richard Maurice Colbert, faces multiple charges including burglary and fleeing police in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, after an incident involving road obstructions and alleged threats.

Customs Intercepts N1.05bn Drugs in Benin Truck

Nigeria Customs Service intercepts a truck with over one million Tramadol tablets and 10,000 bottles of Codeine syrup worth N1.05 billion in Benin, Edo State, marking a major breakthrough in anti-drug trafficking efforts.

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