Lagos Police Arrest 21-Year-Old with Human Hand, Guns, and POS
Lagos police arrested 21-year-old Samson Onilewaji during a stop-and-search, recovering a suspected human hand, firearms, POS machine, and ATM cards linked to robbery.
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Mother of four gets life for attempted murder of girl in Akwa Ibom
An Akwa Ibom High Court sentenced Uwakmfon Jonah, 36, to life imprisonment for attempting to murder a 12-year-old girl she lured from a market into a bush.
FCT police arrest suspect, recover stolen Toyota Hilux in Kaduna
FCT police arrested a suspect and recovered a stolen Toyota Hilux in Kaduna on June 20, 2026, using digital tracking technology after a swift operation.
Kebbi Police: Sai Malam Not Terrorist Group
Kebbi State Police confirm Sai Malam group is not designated as terrorists; investigating its resurgence in Argungu LGA with intelligence.
Bayelsa: Traditional ruler's son arrested for setting man on fire
Police in Bayelsa State have arrested the son of a traditional ruler for allegedly setting a young man ablaze over theft in Okodi Community, Ogbia LGA. The victim is hospitalized.
Ajimobi's Brother Dies Hours After Remembrance Prayer
Teslim Ajimobi, younger brother of late Oyo Governor Abiola Ajimobi, died hours after the sixth remembrance prayer for the former governor in Ibadan.
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Baobab Bank distributes 500 reusable pads in Ilorin schools
Baobab Microfinance Bank completes Phase One of Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Project in Ilorin, Kwara State, distributing 500 reusable sanitary pads to schoolgirls to combat period poverty.
Anambra Govt Arrests Pregnant Woman for Child Abuse
Anambra State Commissioner condemns severe child abuse case in Onitsha; suspect Aniagu Precious arrested for allegedly starving and assaulting a minor, causing tooth loss and collapse.
Saudi doctor gets life for deadly Magdeburg market attack
A Saudi psychiatrist was sentenced to life in prison for killing six people and injuring hundreds by ramming a car into a German Christmas market in December 2024.
12 Nigerians jailed in Germany over romance scam
A German court sentenced 12 members of a Nigerian romance scam ring to up to 8.5 years for defrauding victims via fake relationships and money laundering.
14-year-old boy charged with murder of missing girl in Wales
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder after the body of missing 14-year-old Lilly Jones was found in Blaina, Wales. He will appear in court today.
Ondo Police Arrest Four in Kidnapping, Murder Case
Ondo State Police arrest four suspects for kidnapping Kehinde Yisa and murdering Bako, 50, in Idoani. Suspects arrested in Oyo and Ogun states after interstate operation.
Imo Teacher Accused of Raping 15-Year-Old Boy, Who Then Assaulted Cousin
A teacher in Imo State, Nduka Iheme, has been accused of anally raping a 15-year-old boy, who then allegedly abused his younger cousin. The teacher initially denied but later admitted.
Eight dead, 26 rescued in Lagos building collapse
Eight people, including a baby girl, died and 26 were rescued after a three-storey building collapsed in Alakija, Lagos. Rescue operations continue.
Two Kidnappers Sentenced to Death for Abducting NYSC Staff
Two men were sentenced to death by hanging for kidnapping a female NYSC staff member in Ekiti State, while a third defendant was discharged for lack of evidence.
Lagos Police: Mushin Explosion Not a Bomb Blast
Lagos Police confirm the Mushin explosion was caused by mechanical failure, not a bomb or terrorist attack. Investigation found no evidence of explosives or detonators.
Ex-Employee Confesses to Killing Broadcaster
Three suspects arrested in the murder of broadcaster Olakitan Oyesiku and her security guard; principal suspect confesses he killed her 'to teach her a lesson' over grievance.
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Nigeria orders banks to freeze assets of 10 ISIS-linked individuals
Nigeria's Central Bank has directed all financial institutions to freeze assets of 10 individuals and entities linked to terrorism financing, following US sanctions and domestic action against ISIS-West Africa supporters.
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Wike Refuses to Drink at Abuja Water Project Commissioning
Viral video shows FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declining to drink water from the newly commissioned Karu Water Supply Network while VP Shettima takes a sip, sparking online debate.
Two Dead in Lagos Building Collapse, 16 Rescued
Two people died and 16 were rescued after a two-storey building collapsed in Lagos. Rescue efforts continue, highlighting safety enforcement needs.
Nigerian A&E Nurse Earns Over N400k Monthly, Refutes Viral Claim
A Nigerian A&E nurse refutes claims that no nurse in Nigeria earns N400k monthly, revealing his salary exceeds that amount and sharing his doctor friend's N1.5m monthly pay.
4-year-old Nigerian girl dies after SUV hit in Canada
Rayna Chiziterem Okoli, 4, died after being hit by a Jeep in Edmonton, Canada. Police say speed and impairment are not factors. A GoFundMe has raised $4,925 of $20K for funeral costs.
Woman Heartbroken After Early Trip to Mile 12 Market
A Nigerian woman who went to Mile 12 Market in Lagos early morning returned heartbroken after failing to find Tatachi pepper and advised others to wait until July or August for better prices.
Ex-guard held for murder of retired Ogun broadcaster, guard
Ogun police arrest three suspects, including a former security guard, for the murder of retired broadcaster Olakitan Oyesiku and her guard; suspect says killing was to 'teach her a lesson'.
ICPC arraigns El-Rufai, ex-aide over N8.6bn CCTV fraud
The ICPC has arraigned former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, his ex-aide Jimi Lawal, and five others over an alleged N8.6bn CCTV contract fraud, with charges including money laundering.
July 2, 2026 for Emeka Ike's N10bn Suit Against Wike's Aide
A Federal High Court in Abuja fixed July 2, 2026, for hearing in Nollywood actor Emeka Ike's N10 billion fundamental rights suit against Lere Olayinka and INEC over alleged privacy violation.
Police Arrest 3 Over Murder of Ex-Broadcaster Oyesiku
Ogun State Police have arrested three suspects, including the principal Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip, for the murder of former broadcaster Olakitan Oyesiku and her guard. The vehicle was recovered.
Lagos Building Collapse Traps Many, Six Rescued So Far
A three-storey building collapsed in Lagos, trapping several people. Six have been rescued, and rescue operations continue, says Commissioner Gbenga Omotoso.
Rescue Team Reassures Trapped Woman in Rivers Collapse
A woman trapped for over 12 hours under a collapsed three-storey building in Port Harcourt is reassured by rescue teams as they work to free her.
Woman Denied Boarding by Lufthansa for 'Revealing' Outfit
A 25-year-old influencer was denied boarding a Lufthansa flight because her shorts and crop top were deemed too revealing, with staff saying she appeared 'naked'.
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