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By Deborah Nnamdi Justices P. I. Ajoku and S. D. Pam of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt have sentenced three internet fraudsters to 30 months’ imprisonment for impersonation and obtaining money under pretenses. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in a statement released Wednesday by its Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, identified the convicts as Rex Akah Kinikachi Kelvin, Kennedy Chinedu Eleyi-Waltar, and Chris Orji. The trio was arrested during a sting operation carried out by EFCC operatives in March 2025 at different locations across Port Harcourt. They were arraigned separately by the EFCC’s Port…

By Deborah Nnamdi A Federal High Court in Ilorin has sentenced 23-year-old Adebisi Olalekan to two years in prison for cybercrime and ordered the forfeiture of over N124 million, a N30 million Mercedes-Benz ML350, and an iPhone 14 Pro Max to the Federal Government. Olalekan, from Omuo-Ekiti in Ekiti East LGA, Ekiti State, was convicted on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, after pleading guilty to two counts of cyber-related offenses brought against him by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to a statement by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity for the EFCC,…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tottenham Hotspur secured their first European trophy in over four decades with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League final at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao on Wednesday night. The only goal of the match came in the 42nd minute when Pape Matar Sarr’s cross was deflected into United’s net by Luke Shaw for an own goal, with Brennan Johnson’s pressure playing a key role in the buildup. Chances were few and far between in a tense, cagey affair. United controlled much of the possession but failed to capitalize, coming closest through…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has hailed Taraba State as Nigeria’s agricultural powerhouse, calling for its vast agricultural potential to be fully utilized to strengthen food security and drive economic development. Delivering the president’s message at the inaugural Taraba State International Investment Summit (TARAVEST) in Jalingo on Wednesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasized that the administration’s ongoing reforms aim to build a robust and inclusive economy through strategic use of human and natural resources. “Food sufficiency is the foundation of national stability, which is why agriculture stands at the heart of our national development strategy,” Tinubu stated. He…

By Deborah Nnamdi The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to take immediate action to contain a worsening cholera outbreak in Badagry West, Lagos State, which has already claimed lives and poses a serious public health risk. This appeal followed the adoption of a motion presented by Hon. Sesi Whingan, who warned of further loss of life without urgent intervention in the affected communities. In a show of solidarity, lawmakers observed a minute of silence in memory of those who have died from the outbreak. The House directed the Federal Ministry of Health and the Nigeria Centre…

Photo: Video grab of the scene before two of the dogs were shot dead By Didimoko A. Didimoko (Full video of incident on @NaijaDailyNews2 on X and naijadaily_news on TikTok A teenage girl is in critical condition after being viciously attacked by a pack of dogs owned by her parents in Warri, Delta State. The horrifying incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon at a residential estate off Metronex Road along Effurun-Warri Road. Eyewitnesses say the girl was mauled in broad daylight, leaving her with severe and life-threatening injuries. According to reports, the victim resides with her family in the estate, where…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Tinubu has congratulated two British-Nigerians, Opeyemi Bright and Jason Jackson, on their historic election and inauguration as mayors in London. In a statement issued by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised the duo for upholding the reputation of Nigerians abroad, commending their dedication to integrity, hard work, and public service. “Your achievements are a source of pride and inspiration to young people in Nigeria and across the diaspora,” Tinubu said. On behalf of the Nigerian government and its citizens, Tinubu extended warm congratulations to Mayor Bright and Mayor Jackson, encouraging them to remain steadfast in…

By Deborah Nnamdi An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan on Wednesday ordered the remand of a 27-year-old man, Musa Lamidi, in a correctional facility over the alleged murder of his father, Rufai Lamidi. Musa, who has no fixed address, is facing a charge of murder. According to the Prosecutor, ASP Musbau Lawal, the incident occurred on May 11 around 11 p.m. in Eruwa, Oyo State. He alleged that Musa struck his father on the forehead with a stick, leading to his death. The offense is said to violate Section 319 of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000. Magistrate Olaolu…

By Deborah Nnamdi A 23-year-old woman, Abigail Victor, appeared before a Kaduna Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday over allegations of stabbing her boyfriend with a knife. Victor, who resides in Ungwan Sunday, Kaduna, is arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy and causing bodily harm. According to the Prosecutor, Inspector Chidi Leo, the incident occurred on May 17 in the Sabon Tasha area of Kaduna. He stated that Victor allegedly conspired with two accomplices, who are currently at large, to assault her boyfriend, Dominic James, following a dispute over infidelity. “She contacted two of her friends who went with her…

By Deborah Nnamdi Access to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) was restricted in Tanzania on Wednesday after hackers took over a police account and falsely announced the death of the president, according to internet monitoring group NetBlocks. The incident coincides with the mysterious disappearance of activists Boniface Mwangi from Kenya and Agather Atuhaire from Uganda, who were reportedly arrested by Tanzanian authorities earlier this week. The two were in the country to attend the trial of opposition figure Tundu Lissu, who faces treason charges ahead of October’s national elections. According to an AFP journalist, Tanzanian users were only…