Police kill robbery suspect, recover gun in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police neutralised a robbery suspect in a gun duel on Lafia-Obi Road. A locally made pistol was recovered. CP Shetima Mohammed commended the operatives' gallantry.
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Police nab robber, recover motorcycle in Ibadan
Oyo State Police apprehend a suspected robber in Ibadan, recovering a stolen TVS motorcycle after a late-night chase. CP Femi Haruna commends officers' swift action. Read details.
Police Arrest 22, Recover Arms, Drugs Nationwide
Nigeria Police arrest 22 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. Firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs recovered in major nationwide operations. Read details.
Suspected robber arrested for attempted murder in Niger
Niger State Police arrest Mohammed Adamu for the attempted murder of a commercial motorcyclist and theft of his bike. The victim is receiving treatment. Read the full story.
Diddy Appeals Conviction, Seeks Release from Prison
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers argue his 4-year sentence for pr0stitution charges is too harsh. They've appealed for his immediate release, claiming the judge overstepped. Read the full details.
FCT records 300 major crimes in three months
FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.
Police arrest armed robbery suspect with two rifles in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest Segun Adenekan, alias 'Expensive', for illegal possession of firearms after he brandished weapons during a dispute. Investigation ongoing to trace gun source. Report suspicious activities.
Police arrest suspected armed robber, recover firearms in Ogun
Ogun State Police arrest Adenekan Segun, alias 'Expensive', in Abeokuta. Two pump-action rifles recovered. CP Lanre Ogunlowo commends swift response, urges public vigilance.
5 Fake Vigilantes Arrested for Robbery in Anambra
Anambra Police arrest five men posing as vigilante operatives to rob residents in Awka. Two pump-action guns and a shuttle bus recovered. Read details.
NDLEA Niger Convicts 100+ Drug Offenders in 2025
Niger State NDLEA commander reveals over 100 convictions and massive drug seizures from Jan-Nov 2025. Public intelligence key to success. Read the full report.
Suspect arrested for murder, robbery of 25-year-old in Kebbi
Kebbi State Police have arrested Aminu Adamu, 20, for the alleged robbery and murder of Ibrahim Yahaya, 25, whose body was found in a forest. The suspect was found with the victim's motorcycle. Police assure the public the situation is under control.
Romance Fraudster Jailed 17 Years for £1M Scam
Nigel Baker, 56, tricked single mothers out of over £1M for his gambling. He promised marriage but exploited their trust. Read the shocking details.
Police Officer Shot Dead by Robbers in Benin City
A police officer was fatally shot by suspected armed robbers on Ugbowo-Lagos Road, Benin City. The incident triggered a gunfight. Read for details and eyewitness accounts.
Ex-NAHCO staff jailed for stealing 25kg drug at Lagos airport
NAHCO Aviance explains how it uncovered, arrested, and helped prosecute a former junior employee for stealing 25kg of ephedrine hydrochloride from its Lagos airport warehouse. Read the full story.
Kim Kardashian Emotional Over Kanye's Robbery Claim
Kim Kardashian gets emotional as she reveals ex-husband Kanye West accused her of faking the 2016 Paris robbery. Read the full story of her trauma and court closure.
Police Arrest 4 Car Snatchers in Abuja, Recover ₦15.2M
FCT Police Command has smashed an armed robbery syndicate, arresting four suspects and recovering six stolen vehicles and over ₦15 million in cash. Read the full details of the operation.
15-Year Sentence for Man Who R@ped Mother-in-Law
Walter Maponga convicted for a brutal assault on his 56-year-old mother-in-law in Mhondoro. Neighbors intervened to stop the attack. Shocking case breaches family trust.
Thieves Drill Ceiling to Rob Pharmacy, Owner Laments
A Nigerian pharmacy owner shares a heartbreaking video after thieves broke in through the ceiling, stealing all his drugs. See the damage and public reactions.
Bandits Issue N20m Kill Threat to Sokoto Community
Residents of Bakale village in Sokoto State live in terror as armed bandits demand a N20 million levy to avoid attacks. Several other communities face similar threats. Read more.
UK Politician Tulip Siddiq Gets 2-Year Jail Term
British-Bangladeshi MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in absentia to two years in jail by a Bangladeshi court on corruption charges. She denies all allegations, calling it a political witch-hunt.
LASUED Disowns Staff in Sexual Violence Case
LASUED clarifies a convicted sex offender was never a staff member, reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy against sexual violence on campus. Read the full details.
Police Officer Arrested With Armed Militia in Taraba
Nigerian Army arrests police officer operating with armed militia during communal clash in Taraba. Four militants neutralized, weapons recovered in Karim Lamido operation.
Kogi Church Attack: Pastor, Wife, Members Kidnapped
Armed bandits stormed Cherubim and Seraphim Church in Ejiba, Kogi State, kidnapping pastor Orlando, his wife and several members during Sunday service. Read details.
Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Rights Appeal
Appeal Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's rights violation case against DSS. The court ruled the appeal became academic after his terrorism conviction and life imprisonment sentence.
Lawmaker Questions Kanu vs Boko Haram Sentencing
Rep Bello El-Rufai challenges IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment while Boko Haram terrorist got 20 years. Read about the sentencing disparities in Nigeria's terrorism cases.
Candy Bleakz robbed in Cape Town, police did nothing
Nigerian singer Candy Bleakz was robbed of N10 million jewelry in Cape Town while security operatives watched. Video goes viral as fans react to the shocking incident.
Police kill suspected armed robber in military uniform
Niger State Police operatives neutralized a suspected armed robber dressed in military camouflage during a shootout along Lambata-Maje-Suleja road. One suspect killed, others escaped with injuries.
4 Nigerian Priests Killed by Armed Attackers in 2025
Tragedy strikes as four Nigerian priests fall victim to armed attackers in 2025. Read about the escalating security crisis and its impact on religious communities across Nigeria.
Robbers Flee After Homeowner Fires Warning Shot
Dramatic CCTV footage captures four armed robbers scrambling to escape after a homeowner fired a warning shot during attempted break-in on November 27.
Bandits Kidnap 7 Youths from FCT Community
Armed bandits stormed Gidan-Bijimi community in Bwari Area Council, abducting six girls and a 16-year-old boy during a funeral. The incident highlights growing security concerns in FCT border communities.
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