Crimes
Gunmen attack Ekiti church, kill pastor, abduct worshippers
Gunmen on Tuesday night attacked a Christ Apostolic Church in Eda Oniyo, Ekiti, in the Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State, killing a pastor and abducting an unspecified number of worshippers. The attack occurred around 8:30 pm during a church programme, throwing the community into panic as residents expressed…
Read More »NAF airstrikes destroy terrorist hideouts in Mandara mountains
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out a series of airstrikes targeting terrorist enclaves in the Mandara Mountains, destroying key structures and logistics hubs used by insurgents. This was disclosed in a statement by the NAF spokesperson, Ehimen Ejodame, who said the sustained counter-terrorism operations have significantly weakened the ability…
Read More »Police condemn killing of suspect in Delta, transfer officer for disciplinary action
The Nigeria Police Force has condemned the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old suspect, Mene Ogidi, in Effurun, Delta State, describing the incident as a clear violation of its rules of engagement and professional standards. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, April 26, 2026, involved operatives attached to the Effurun Area…
Read More »Police arrest two suspected kidnappers in Edo recover arms
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested two suspected kidnappers in Iyamho, near Edo State University, as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and violent crimes in the state. The suspects, identified as Sani Kabir, 23, and Hamza Nuhu, 25, were apprehended on April 27, 2026, at…
Read More »Court orders accelerated trial for alleged coup plotters, bars journalists from proceedings
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered an accelerated hearing in the trial of six suspects accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of Bola Tinubu. The directive was issued by Joyce Abdulmalik, who invoked a speedy trial procedure and fixed April 29, April 30, May 4, and…
Read More »Troops arrest suspected IPOB member, recover explosives in Imo
Troops of the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army and the Joint Task Force South-East have arrested a suspected member of the Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network, during clearance operations in Imo State. The development was disclosed in an operational report made available…
Read More »Couple arrested over alleged killing of 10yo adopted daughter
Residents of the Igando area of Lagos State were left in shock after a couple, Paul Onyeama and Adline Ogbonna, allegedly beat their 10-year-old adopted daughter, identified as Faith, to death following weeks of reported abuse. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, has sparked outrage in the community, with residents…
Read More »Man nabbed in Delta for allegedly plotting kidnap of aunt who raised him
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 31-year-old man, Chukwemeka Destiny, for allegedly attempting to kidnap his aunt who raised him from childhood. The suspect was paraded on Saturday by the command’s spokesman, SP Edafe Bright, who disclosed that Destiny allegedly paid N900,000 to individuals he believed were kidnappers…
Read More »EFCC arrests Cameroonian bizman over alleged N1.5bn bank fraud in Lagos
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a Cameroonian businessman, Bekono Eric, over his alleged involvement in a N1.5 billion fraud targeting a first-generation bank. The suspect, 47, was apprehended by officers of the commission’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 in Ikoyi during an operation carried out…
Read More »Gunmen kill Benue monarch, family members in palace attack
Tragedy struck the Olegabulu community in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State on Thursday night as gunmen stormed the palace of a traditional ruler, killing him, his wife, their son, and two other residents in a brazen attack that has plunged the community into mourning. Residents said the assailants,…
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