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Two Nigerians Jailed in U.S for Romance Scam Linked to Elderly Victim’s Death
Two Nigerian men, identified as Chinagorom Onwumere and Stephen Anagor, have been sentenced in the United States for their roles in a romance scam and wire-fraud scheme that led to the death of an elderly American. A U.S. federal judge, Clifton L. Corker of the Eastern District of Tennessee, delivered the sentences, which were announced […]
Police Arrest 20 Cult Suspects Over Murder of Officer in Ogun State
Operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, have arrested 20 suspected members of the Neo Black Movement (Aye Confraternity) following the killing of a police officer and other violent attacks in Ilesi, near Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. The command’s spokesperson, Umma Ayuba, said in a statement that the incident occurred on November 29 around […]
Anambra Police Arrest Man Caught in Viral Video Threatening Violence
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested Oluchukwu Anyaoku, a suspect filmed in a viral video threatening violence and vowing to destroy police formations in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area. In a statement released by the police spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed that Anyaoku was apprehended following the video’s circulation online. The video, which […]
Former Attorney-General Malami Confirms EFCC Invitation
Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), says he has received an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and is ready to appear before the agency.
FG Says Terrorism Financing Cases Delayed by Complex Investigations
Speaking on national television, Idris dismissed public assumptions that the government was simply holding on to a list of suspects, noting that thorough evidence gathering is essential before any trial. His comments follow growing criticism over the failure of successive administrations to prosecute individuals linked to financing Boko Haram, ISWAP and bandit groups, despite earlier […]
Fake Soldier Arrested in Ondo for Defrauding Victim of Mother’s Retirement Benefits
The police spokesperson, Olusola Ayanlade, stated that the suspect collected the money from one Temiloluwa after claiming he could help recover the retirement benefits of the victim’s mother. Instead, he allegedly diverted the funds for personal use with the help of accomplices who are still at large. Jamiu was later found to have been discharged […]
BREAKING: IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu, Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
The sentencing was announced by Justice James Omotosho. Kanu was sentenced to life imprisonment for Counts 4, 5, and 6 of the seven-count charges, while he was handed a 20-year jail term for Count 2. Justice James Omotosho, while delivering judgment, said the prosecution proved its case in the seven counts against Kanu beyond a reasonable […]
Court Removes Nnamdi Kanu for Disruptive Behaviour Amid Judgment Delivery
The decision followed the dismissal of three fresh motions filed by Kanu, which the court held to be without merit. Tensions rose during the ruling when Kanu interjected, insisting that the court could not move forward because he had not filed his final written address. Raising his voice, he challenged the legality of the charges […]
DSS Charges Man for Advocating Military Coup
The charges, filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja, Case No. FHC/ABJ/CR/610/2025, from posts Onukwume made on his social media account in October 2025. The DSS claims that the posts urged the removal of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, the suspension of the federal government, and support for a military takeover. In the […]
Police Foil Robbery Attempt, Recover Operational Vehicle in Ogun
The swift intervention of officers from the Sakura Division led to the arrest of suspects attempting to invade a residence in the Araromi community, located off the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode Expressway. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Omolola Odutola, the police received a distress call from the Chairman of the […]