The Federal High Court in Abuja will rule on July 2 on EFCC's application for final forfeiture of five additional properties linked to convicted ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman, who was sentenced to 75 years for money laundering.
Franklin Nwadialo, 42, was sentenced to five years in a US prison for running a romance scam that defrauded victims of over $3.5 million over 15 years.
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has inaugurated a state-of-the-art DNA Forensics and Investigation Centre, while commending President Bola Tinubu for supporting state police reforms.
A witness in the N109.5 billion fraud trial of former AGF Ahmed Idris told an FCT High Court she signed his statement while in EFCC custody because she was assured he would be released.
The EFCC has filed 12 counts of money laundering against Miyetti Allah leader Bello Bodejo, alleging he received $2.53 million in cash from Bauchi State officials without lawful authority.
A five-storey building under construction collapsed in Port Harcourt, trapping several people including a site engineer and contractor. Three rescued alive, one body recovered.
The SSS arraigned former NBA Plateau chairman Gabriel Tsenyen over a WhatsApp post alleging community plot to kill him, sparking debate on cybercrime laws and free speech.
Former Minister Uche Nnaji has appealed a court order for his arrest over alleged certificate forgery, arguing the court lacked jurisdiction and evidence was improperly admitted.
A woman disguised as a nurse attempted to abduct newborns at Divine Mercy Hospital in Anambra State. Police rescued her from an angry mob and are investigating suspected child trafficking.
The FCT High Court issued a bench warrant for the arrest of police officer Edith Erhunwuse for repeatedly failing to appear in court over an alleged N300 million criminal eviction and property damage suit.
Eight national officers of Nigeria's Scripture Union remain in captivity 11 days after being abducted by gunmen in Imo State, despite police manhunt and appeal to the IGP.
A prosecution witness testified that NSITF contractors fulfilled all conditions, as former Minister Chris Ngige faces charges of abuse of office and bribery in FCT High Court.
An Anambra court remanded a couple for allegedly abusing and attempting to murder an 11-year-old boy in their care. The victim's wounds sparked public outrage.
The Rivers State NMA has dismissed claims that genitals can be stolen through physical or spiritual means, attributing the fear to Koro Syndrome, a treatable psychiatric condition.
A lawyer petitions the IGP to halt escalating violence in Osun State ahead of the August 15 governorship election, citing killings, injuries, and property destruction.
The FCID Annex, Lagos, uncovered a ₦16.17 million pregnancy scam and recovered hundreds of counterfeit cosmetic products, AIG Simeon Akpanudom announced.
Lagos State Police arrest Samson Onilewaji, 21, with a human hand, pistols, ATM cards, and a POS terminal during a stop-and-search on Lekki-Epe Expressway.
NESREA has uncovered two abattoirs used for slaughtering donkeys in Adamawa State, raising concerns over extinction and regulatory breaches.
Megan Symone Scott, 31, faces three counts of involuntary manslaughter after fleeing a traffic stop at 111 mph and crashing, killing her three young sons in Fayetteville.
Bayelsa Police arrest University of Uyo student Promise Etete, 23, for posting false bandit invasion report causing panic on June 5, 2026. CP confirms no attack occurred.
The Rivers State Police Command arrested Brayas Nanas after a Browning pistol was found concealed inside a loaf of bread during a routine check in Port Harcourt.
Pastor Roman Samson, 45, has been arrested for allegedly flogging 13-year-old Nancy Peter to death over a N30,000 theft accusation in Cross River State. Police investigation underway.
A 10-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder and rape after allegedly attacking a 22-year-old woman jogging in a French park, stabbing her twice.
A 41-year-old nursing assistant died on the operating table during surgery to remove toxic biopolymer fillers from her buttocks in Medellin, Colombia.
Benue Police kill three suspected bandits in Ukum LGA and rescue eight kidnapped victims in Ogbadigbo LGA. Ten suspects arrested for various crimes.
Two kidnappers were sentenced to death by hanging in Ekiti State for abducting a female youth corps member. Justice Ogunmoye praised DSS prosecutors for proving the case beyond doubt.
Two women who allege Jeffrey Epstein sexually assaulted them as minors are suing former Victoria's Secret CEO Les Wexner, accusing him of enabling Epstein's crimes.
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested Umar Farouq Saidu for assaulting a Nigerian Air Force airman in Bauchi State on June 25, 2026.
A Federal High Court in Lokoja vacated its earlier order registering the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party, ruling that the Peace Movement Party (PMP) was a necessary party and that material facts were suppressed.
Parents of a 7-year-old Michigan boy who died weighing 114kg face second-degree murder charges for neglect, despite having health insurance.