Police Uncover Kidnappers' Shrine in Lagos, Arrest 13
Lagos Police Command has arrested 13 suspected kidnappers after uncovering a shrine used as a den in Idimu. The gang operated for eight years, luring victims with fake investment schemes.
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Fairground Swing Collapses, Injures 14 Schoolchildren
A dragon-shaped fairground swing collapsed during operation at a festival in Jhabua, India, injuring 14 schoolchildren. Thirteen girls and one boy were hurt, with two seriously injured.
Barron Trump Saves Woman by Calling UK Police During Attack
A London court hears how Barron Trump, Donald Trump's youngest son, called UK police after witnessing a woman being assaulted via FaceTime, potentially saving her life during a domestic violence incident.
Police Uncover Kidnappers' Shrine in Lagos, Arrest 13
Lagos police have arrested 13 members of a notorious 'one-chance' and kidnapping syndicate after uncovering their operational shrine hideout in Idimu. The gang targeted early morning worshippers with fake investment schemes.
Man Jailed for Sexually Abusing 5-Year-Old in Kwara
A Kwara State High Court has convicted 22-year-old Ishaq AbdulRazaq for sexually exploiting a five-year-old girl. Justice Oba Muritala Folorunsho sentenced him to one and a half years imprisonment.
University Couple Found Dead in Car on Ohio Campus
Two Franciscan University students, Luke Reimer and Mary Mich, died from carbon monoxide poisoning in a campus vehicle. The university community mourns the tragic loss.
Son Charged with Murder After Stabbing Mother in Cottage
A 39-year-old man, Daniel Livie, has been charged with murder after his 68-year-old mother, Gilly Livie, was found stabbed to death in her thatched cottage in Cheriton, Hampshire.
Nigerian Welder in Tears as Thieves Steal His Welding Machine
A Nigerian man was left devastated after thieves broke into his shop and stole his welding machine, a crucial tool for his livelihood. The emotional incident highlights the vulnerability of small business owners to crime.
Kano Governor Approves Welfare for Bereaved Father
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has approved a comprehensive welfare package for a father whose wife and six children were murdered in Chiranci Dorayi, including Hajj sponsorship and a new house.
Adamawa Teen Hospitalized After Chemical Spray Incident
A 17-year-old in Adamawa State was rushed to hospital after a classmate allegedly sprayed a chemical on his face. Police investigate conflicting accounts while urging parental vigilance.
11 Suspects Arraigned in Arise News Anchor Murder Case
The FCT Police Command has charged eleven individuals with murder, armed robbery, and criminal conspiracy in connection with the killing of journalist Somtochukwu Maduagwu and security guard Barnabas Danlami.
Ex-Abia Commissioner Storms Church With Cutlass Over Noise
Former Abia commissioner Charles Ogbonna disrupted a church vigil in Umuahia with a cutlass, demanding worshippers leave over noise pollution complaints from nearby residents.
Prison Officer Jailed for Inmate Relationships and Smuggling
A former prison officer in the UK has been sentenced to three and a half years for misconduct with inmates and conspiring to smuggle drugs into prison facilities.
Fake FRSC Officer Arrested for Motorcycle Snatching in Kano
Kano State FRSC command arrests Abdullahi Ali for impersonating officer to steal motorcycles. Suspect used fake license, handed to police for prosecution.
Life Sentence for Abe's Assassin in Japan
Tetsuya Yamagami receives life imprisonment for the 2022 assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, with the judge condemning the act as despicable and malicious.
Rivers Police Probe Alleged Sexual Abuse of Two Minors
The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse of a 10-year-old boy and an 11-year-old girl by a 45-year-old man in Port Harcourt, with human rights advocates calling for justice.
Kano Hoodlums Burn Corn Facility, Loot Homes in Third Attack
Suspected hoodlums have razed a corn facility and looted homes in Kano's Rijiya Biyu area, marking the third attack this week. Residents describe invasions, theft, and violence, with local leaders pleading for urgent government intervention.
Life Sentence for Shinzo Abe's Assassin in Japan
Tetsuya Yamagami receives life imprisonment for assassinating former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with a homemade firearm in 2022, closing a trial that exposed religious sect ties.
Man Caught Stealing Cables in Lekki Electrical Store
A man was apprehended after sneaking into an electrical store at Bakky Plaza in Lekki to steal cables, taking advantage of the shop owner who had dozed off.
Nigerian Arrested in India with N800m Drugs
Indian police arrest Nigerian man Ernest Onyekachi Ugah in Bengaluru, seizing MDMA and ecstasy pills valued at over N800 million. The suspect, a repeat offender, faces charges under narcotics laws as authorities investigate his drug network.
Enugu Police Arrest Drug Dealer Disguised as Dispatch Rider
Enugu State Police have apprehended a 27-year-old drug peddler disguised as a dispatch rider, recovering tramadol and methamphetamine during routine patrols in Uwani and Ogui areas.
Elderly Man Convicted for Killing Uber Driver in Scam Confusion
An 83-year-old Ohio man was convicted of murder for fatally shooting an Uber driver he mistakenly linked to a phone scam. The victim was also a target of the same fraudulent scheme.
Chief Opral Benson, Iya Oge of Lagos, Declared Missing
The family of Chief Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos, has declared her missing after she was last seen on January 13, 2026, appealing for urgent public assistance.
Opral Benson, Iya Oge of Lagos, Declared Missing
The family of Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos, has declared her missing, saying her whereabouts have been unknown for more than 48 hours. They appeal for public help.
Edo Arrests Bishop for Alleged Child Sexual Abuse
Edo State Government has arrested Bishop Gideon Osagie Osazee for alleged sexual abuse of two sisters aged 13 and 17. The case will be prosecuted by police CID.
Six Students Drown in Benue Boat Mishap
A boat capsizing at Buruku crossing point in Benue State has resulted in the drowning of six students returning to school, with witnesses citing overloading and political prioritization as contributing factors to the tragic incident.
Man Arrested for Girlfriend's Murder in Edo
Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 42-year-old commercial bus driver, Osabuohen Igerevba, for allegedly killing his 32-year-old girlfriend, Joy Jerome, in Benin City. The suspect reportedly confessed after the victim's body was discovered near a r
Woman Jailed for Posting Nude Pics of Dad's Mistress
A Nigerian woman has been sentenced to jail for uploading nude photographs of her father's mistress to an escort website, sparking debate on cybercrime and revenge.
Man Kills Neighbor Trying to Stop Suicide in Takinta
A shocking incident in Takinta, Ghana, sees a man kill his neighbor with a machete after the victim attempted to dissuade him from committing suicide, leaving the community in mourning.
Police Confirm 100 Churchgoers Abducted in Kaduna
Nigeria Police Force confirms over 100 worshippers were abducted in Kajuru, Kaduna, after initial denial by state commissioner. Coordinated rescue operations now underway.
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