Category : Crime


Social Media Warning Resurfaces After Kola Onifoto's Death

Following the tragic death of ex-military officer and photographer Kola Onifoto in a Lagos motorbike accident, a social media post reveals a friend had warned him against buying the bike. Conflicting reports emerge about the circumstances of his passing.

Murder-Suicide at Alabama Hospital After Birth

A 19-year-old husband fatally shot his 24-year-old wife at an Alabama hospital after she gave birth, then killed himself. Police confirm it as a domestic murder-suicide, with no other injuries reported.

Nigerian Woman Jailed in UK for Train Assault

Gloria Makanjuola, a 35-year-old Nigerian woman, has been sentenced to nine months in prison for assaulting a commuter and attempting to steal his wallet on a London Underground train, following a British Transport Police investigation.

Creche Worker Jailed 25 Years for Raping 4-Year-Old

A South African court has sentenced a 37-year-old creche worker to 25 years in prison for raping a 4-year-old girl on the premises. The conviction followed compelling evidence, including witness testimony and a medical report.

Two Men Jailed 40 Years for Fake Alcoholic Drinks in Lagos

A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced two individuals to a combined 40-year imprisonment for producing and distributing counterfeit alcoholic beverages, including Hennessy and Jameson, following a NAFDAC enforcement operation.

Boy Faked Deafness to Spy for Kidnappers in Kebbi

A young boy was arrested in Kebbi State after allegedly pretending to be deaf for about a year to secretly gather and pass information to kidnappers, with the suspect confessing to being part of a spy ring.

Kola Onifoto's Chat With Mum Before Crash Revisited

The tragic death of Nigerian biker Kola Onifoto has sparked emotional reflections on his final WhatsApp conversation with his mother, where she warned him to be careful days before the fatal accident.

Diddy's Prison Release Moved to April 2028 After Rehab

Hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs will be released from prison in April 2028, earlier than his original June 2028 date, after entering a drug rehabilitation program. The decision follows his ongoing appeal of a four-year sentence for sex trafficking and ra

Police Foil Bandit Attack on Worshippers in Zamfara

Zamfara State Police Command, in collaboration with military forces, successfully repelled an armed bandit assault targeting worshippers during Isha'i prayers in Ruwan Dorowa District. The joint security team engaged the attackers in a fierce gun duel, fo

Unidentified Woman's Body Found in Makurdi Bush

A decomposing body of an unidentified woman was discovered in a bush along George Akume Way in Makurdi, Benue State. A passerby found the remains on Monday, with human rights activist Sughnen Yaaya confirming the incident and alerting police.

Nigerian Man Gets 19 Years in U.S. for $4M Romance Scam

Leslie Chinedu Mba, a 40-year-old Nigerian man, has been sentenced to 228 months in federal prison for orchestrating romance and email scams totaling $4 million, and attempting fraudulent marriages for U.S. residency.

Lagos Royal Family Land Dispute Sparks Protest Threat

A coalition of civil society organizations demands investigation into allegations against Ojomu Royal Family youth leader, threatening protests if police fail to retract claims within seven days amid land dispute tensions.

Lagos Landlord Locks Tenant and Son Inside Apartment

A woman has urgently called on the Lagos State Government to intervene after a landlord allegedly locked a tenant and his young son inside their apartment, despite a prior agreement for the family to vacate the property this Sunday following a quit notice

NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin After 13-Year Manhunt

The NDLEA has finally apprehended Reginald Peter Chidiebere, a suspected drug kingpin who evaded capture for 13 years after jumping bail in 2013. He surrendered to authorities in February 2026.

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