Crimes
Ekiti court sentences two to death for armed robbery
An Ekiti State High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti on Wednesday sentenced two men, Ojo Olasunkanmi, 31, and Obamoyegun Dele, 31, to death by hanging for armed robbery. The convicts were initially arraigned on January 31, 2020, alongside Adewale David, 36, who died during the course of the trial, on…
Read More »EFCC raises alarm over rising cybercrime among Nigerian students
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has expressed concern over the growing involvement of Nigerian university students in cybercrime, revealing that nearly six out of every 10 undergraduates are engaged in internet fraud. Olukoyede made the disclosure on Tuesday during the opening of the 8th…
Read More »Witness tells court suspects confessed to $6.23m fraud in Emefiele trial
The trial of former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, continued on Tuesday as the 14th prosecution witness told the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory that suspects confessed to the fraudulent withdrawal of $6.23 million from the apex bank. Emefiele is standing trial before Justice…
Read More »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…
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