Customs seizes N5.5b contraband, stops 473 smuggling bids
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts contraband worth over N5.5 billion and foils 473 smuggling attempts in eight weeks across the South-West.
Category : Crime
Racist Inmate Escapes During Car Valet Shift
John Laidlaw, a prisoner who threatened to kill all black people, escaped from Kirklevington Grange Prison while working as a car valet. Police search with dogs and drones.
Taiwan Table Tennis Star Alleges Sexual Assault at London Event
Taiwanese table tennis player Cheng I-ching has accused a security guard of sexual assault during a metal detector check at the World Team Championships in London, sparking calls for safer environments for female athletes.
Hunter Kills Woman Mistaken for Animal in Ghana
A 48-year-old woman was accidentally shot dead by a hunter in Ghana's Oti Region after he mistook her for an animal due to a silver pan's reflection.
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School Director Jailed for Child Fight Club
Mary Tracy Morrison, owner of The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain, was sentenced to 30 days in jail for running a fight club involving children, where she encouraged assaults.
Everton Fan Arrested for Racist Abuse of Semenyo
A 71-year-old Everton fan was arrested for racist abuse towards Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo during their match. Marc Guehi also faced online abuse.
Three Killed as Cult Groups Clash in Makurdi
At least three people were killed in a clash between rival cult groups in Makurdi, Benue State. The attack caused panic, forcing residents to flee and businesses to close.
IGP Orders Audit of Police Arms and Ammunition
Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu orders CPs to audit arms and ammunition after Delta incident, announces Violent Crime Response Unit reforms.
Court Never Approved Refund of Bello Children's Fees to EFCC
EFCC's 14th witness in Yahaya Bello's trial says no court order authorized AISA's refund of school fees to the anti-graft agency, citing a judgment.
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Free Craniofacial Surgeries for 35 Patients in Cross River
The Cleft and Facial Deformity Foundation, led by Dr. Seidu Bello, has launched free craniofacial surgeries for 35 patients in Cross River State, partnering with the TY Danjuma Foundation to restore confidence.
Reps Urge FG to Halt S'African Business Permits Over Xenophobia
The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to suspend business permits for South African firms in Nigeria following renewed xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa.
Two Brothers Held for Murder of Three in Anambra
Police in Anambra State arrest two brothers for allegedly killing three family members over a bitter kola tree dispute. Victims include a 67-year-old man, a 14-year-old boy, and a 2-year-old girl.
Man Sentenced to Life for Raping Teen in Cross River
Edidiong Cletus Nyojole, 27, was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a 13-year-old girl in Cross River State. The court also ordered N1 million compensation for the victim.
Suspected Cultist Arrested with Gun, Camo in Niger
Niger State Police arrest suspected cultist with pistol and military camouflage in Bida. Suspect confesses to being a Vikings member, bought gun for N300k.
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Nigeria Warns South Africa of Retaliation After Xenophobic Attacks
Senator Adams Oshiomhole warns Nigeria may retaliate after renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa killed two Nigerians, prompting diplomatic action and repatriation efforts.
Man City Condemns Racist Abuse of Semenyo After Everton Clash
Manchester City condemns racist abuse against Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guehi after 3-3 draw with Everton. FA and police investigate perpetrators.
Borno Police Uncover IED in Abandoned Bag in Maiduguri
Borno State Police operatives recovered a suspicious bag in Maiduguri containing an IED, which was safely detonated by the EOD unit. Residents urged to stay vigilant.
Oshiomhole Seeks Revocation of DSTV, MTN Licences
Senator Adams Oshiomhole urged Nigeria to revoke licences of South African firms MTN and DSTV in retaliation for xenophobic attacks on Nigerians, but the Senate declined the proposal.
Inquest into Adichie's Son's Death Suspended by Coroner
A Lagos coroner court suspended the inquest into the death of Chimamanda Adichie's 21-month-old son after the Attorney-General directed a halt pending a meeting.
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Troops Arrest Terrorists, Drug Peddlers in Borno
Nigerian troops arrested two Boko Haram terrorists, an informant, and five drug peddlers in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states, rescuing two kidnapped victims.
IGP Holds Emergency Meeting with Top Police Leaders in Abuja
Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu convened an emergency meeting with senior officers in Abuja to address security challenges, announce reforms, and condemn misconduct.
315 Oyo Pilgrims Arrive in Medina for Hajj 2026
315 intending pilgrims from Oyo State have safely arrived in Medina, Saudi Arabia, to begin the 2026 Hajj rites aboard an Air Peace flight.
Anambra Youths Demand Probe After Deadly SASA Raid
Youths of Mgbakwu community in Anambra state protest the alleged killing of Chinyeaka Ike by SASA operatives, calling on Governor Soludo to order a full investigation.
Coroner Suspends Inquest into Adichie's Son's Death
Coroner Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji halts hearing into the death of Chimamanda Adichie's son, criticizing Lagos AG's directive as a breach of judicial independence.
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Cleric Gives Food, Cash to Vulnerable Nigerians in Delta
Samuel Akpan-Isong distributed food and cash to widows, single mothers, elderly, and unemployed youths in Asaba, calling on President Tinubu to address rising hardship.
Deji Adeyanju Slams Charly Boy Over Leaked Audio on Betrayal
Deji Adeyanju ridicules Charly Boy after a leaked audio allegedly shows the singer confessing to collecting money from Festus Keyamo during the 2019 elections.
Jealous Mother Gets Life for Killing Daughter, 4
Rebekah Weikle was sentenced to life in prison for murdering her 4-year-old daughter Haley out of jealousy over the attention from her husband.
Police Arrest Six Kidnapping Suspects in Kaduna
Nigeria Police arrest six notorious kidnapping suspects and rescue victims in Kaduna State. The syndicate is linked to multiple abductions including a senior police officer.
Kano Court Sentences Phone Robber to Death for Murder
A Kano State High Court sentenced Abdulaziz Umar to death by hanging for the murder of 22-year-old Mubarak Salisu Badawa during a phone robbery in 2020.
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Ugandan-American Sentenced to Death for Toddler Killings
Christopher Okello Onuum, 39, was sentenced to death for killing four toddlers in a Kampala daycare attack in April 2026.
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