Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has fired four aides following a probe into the physical assault of Shamaki Ward Councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sheriff. Read the full details of the investigation and the Governor's decisive action.
UK comedian Russell Brand faces two new charges of rape and sexual assault, bringing the total to seven charges involving six women. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the latest details.
Former Conservative councillor Philip Young accused of drugging and r@ping ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also charged. Victim waives anonymity. Full details.
British comedian Russell Brand faces new rape and sexual assault charges in London. Two more women have come forward. Get the latest details on the case and court dates.
Chocolate City alleges rapper Odumodublvck assaulted a staff member backstage at a Lagos concert, linking it to his feud with Blaqbonez. The incident raises safety concerns in Nigeria's music industry.
An airport official faces backlash after a video shows him assaulting a young man who posed beside the helicopter that flew singer Asake to OAU. Nigerians demand sanctions.
A registered nurse at Duke Health is charged with sexually assaulting two incapacitated patients. Jomil Uy Tugado, 39, faces multiple felonies and had his nursing license suspended. Duke Health has a zero-tolerance policy and is cooperating with police.
Flying Eagles captain Daniel Daga has been formally charged with sexual assault in Norway. The Molde FK midfielder faces a potential jail term and is suspended indefinitely. Read details of the case and his denial.
Amnesty International condemns the brutal assault on Gombe councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sherif by a governor's aide. We demand justice and an end to political violence in Nigeria.
A 22-year-old award-winning English teacher in Russia faces 15-20 years for alleged s3xual assault of two 12-year-old students. Her house arrest request was denied. Read the shocking details.
From a tragic murder case to a student-lecturer assault, revisit the four Nigerians whose viral incidents in 2025 sparked nationwide debate and instant fame. Read their stories here.
A driver to Gombe Governor's Chief of Staff caught on camera slapping a ward councillor. Public outrage grows as activists demand investigation. Full story.
A video of lecturer Dr Taiwo Seyi joining a female student for a TikTok dance challenge in his office has gone viral, sparking positive reactions about student-lecturer relationships. Watch the clip here.
A man resembling Davido was assaulted by crew member Morgan DMW outside Carter Efe's studio. The incident, caught on video, has ignited a fierce debate online about celebrity security and power. Read the full story and see public reactions.
A Nigerian lecturer identified an AI-written assignment after a student copied the bot's internal notations. The incident, shared on TikTok, highlights the risks of over-dependence on AI for schoolwork.
Nigeria's public universities are on the brink as thousands of lecturers emigrate. UNILAG lost 60% of its staff, causing a 1:60 student-teacher ratio. This crisis threatens accreditation and graduate quality nationwide. Read the full report.
Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.
A young woman in Adamawa demands justice after her alleged rapist was granted bail. Stigma and financial barriers threaten her case, highlighting systemic failures for survivors.
R&B star Trey Songz appears in Manhattan court, charged with assault and criminal mischief after incidents at a Times Square nightclub and restaurant. Details inside.
PC Pamela Pritchard dismissed for gross misconduct after drunkenly groping colleagues and attempting to kiss an inspector during a rugby club night out. Full details.
Ex-doctor Nathaniel Spencer faces charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the full details.
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
A Nigerian lecturer's viral video shows her cancelling a student's entire project for using ChatGPT word-for-word. She explains the smart way to use AI for academic work. Read more.
An Ikeja court has sentenced Obisesan Saltan to 10 years imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 4-year-old girl in Gbagada. His name will be added to the sex offenders register.
A US woman has dropped her sexual battery lawsuit against former UFC champion Conor McGregor. Get the full details on the case dismissal and McGregor's recent legal and sporting issues.
Lagos High Court adjourns the trial of Dr Samuel Ojogbo, a UNILAG lecturer accused of raping a student, to January 21, 2026. Case faces scrutiny over courtroom conduct.
Emmanuel Peter, a 40-year-old lecturer with mental health issues, has disappeared from Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital in Yola. Police urge anyone with information to contact them immediately.
Bishop demands probe after a naval officer allegedly brutalised Revd Tochukwu Agina at a checkpoint in Ogbaru. Calls for justice and compensation to restore public trust.
A suspected serial rapist has been apprehended at a Lagos school after a survivor recognized him. Residents took him to Ojodu police station following attempted assault.