By Erewunmi Peace Lagos, Nigeria – The Lagos State Police Command has uncovered a massive visa fraud operation involving over ₦500 million, leading to the arrest of four suspects connected to the scam. According to police reports, the suspects allegedly defrauded more than 100 unsuspecting individuals with false promises of securing work visas to Canada […]
By Erewunmi Peace A tragic and horrifying incident occurred in the quiet community of Oba-Ile, Osun State, on Tuesday evening, when a man identified as Sodiq Eniola allegedly killed three siblings with a machete before being lynched by a furious mob. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect, believed to be under the influence of hard drugs, […]
By: Erewunmi Peace In a major security breakthrough, operatives in Kogi State have uncovered a shocking network of local vendors—ranging from bread sellers and sachet water suppliers to fuel attendants and motorbike riders—who were allegedly aiding kidnapping syndicates operating within forest regions of the state. According to Kingsley Fanwo, Kogi State Commissioner for Information and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated its unwavering commitment to combating cybercrime, with National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu declaring a relentless crackdown on cybercriminals across the country. Speaking at the 2025 National Cybersecurity Conference held in Abuja, Ribadu stated that the FG is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts […]
By Erewunmi Peace A British woman’s dream of love turned into a nightmare after she was defrauded of nearly £200,000 by a Nigerian man posing as her perfect partner online. The man, Emmanuel Jack, 35, had presented himself as a successful architect on dating websites, targeting vulnerable women seeking genuine connection. He scammed six women, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Ogun State Government has officially debunked widespread reports suggesting that Mr. Ogbonna Ogbojionu was imprisoned for 22 years solely for purchasing a stolen generator. According to a statement by the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwasina Ogungbade (SAN), the convict was jailed for his role in a violent armed […]
By Erewunmi Peace Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has stirred nationwide controversy after claiming that nearly all kidnappers arrested in Anambra State over the last three years are of Igbo origin—not Fulani herdsmen as widely assumed. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Maryland, United States, the governor said: “From all the records we have, 99.9% […]
By Erewunmi Peace A fragile peace was shattered in Benin City, Edo State, this week as a renewed outbreak of cult-related violence claimed the lives of six individuals in just two days. The killings mark a disturbing return to bloodshed after nearly two months of relative calm in the state capital. The violent clashes, which […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested nine individuals, including five Chinese nationals, for alleged illegal mining activities in Kaniyan village, Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. The suspects were apprehended by operatives of the EFCC’s Kaduna Zonal Command during a coordinated raid on the mining site. According to […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intensified its war against drug trafficking in Edo State, with a recent crackdown that led to the arrest of 37 suspects and the seizure of over 345 kilograms of illicit drugs. The State Commander of the NDLEA, Callys Alumona, disclosed the agency’s achievements during […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector is under threat as pharmacists across the country raise grave concerns about the growing menace of unlicensed drug markets, which continue to flourish in major cities and rural areas alike. These open drug hubs, often operated without regulation or quality control, are now being labeled a public health emergency […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a shocking revelation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has uncovered a ₦460 million crypto scam targeting funds meant for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration. The fraudulent operation has been linked to a Nigerian cybercriminal based in Lagos. The FBI disclosed that the suspect, Ehiremen Aigbokhan, allegedly used a […]
By: Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to tackle environmental pollution, the Lagos State Government has officially criminalized the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of single-use plastics (SUPs), with full enforcement beginning on July 1, 2025. This follows a six-month grace period after the initial ban was announced in January. The enforcement covers commonly used items […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially commenced full enforcement of the amended Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, sending strong warnings to WhatsApp users, group administrators, and online content creators across the country. The announcement, made on Tuesday, emphasizes the legal consequences of spreading false information, inciting violence, or failing to moderate […]
By Erewunmi Peace Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has publicly disowned two kidnapping victims who were seen in a viral video claiming to be his younger brothers. The governor clarified that the victims were not related to him, and described the statement as a coercive tactic used by their abductors to pressure for ransom. The […]
By Erewunmi Peace A tragic scene unfolded in Ogboji, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State on Monday evening, as unidentified gunmen stormed a community meeting and opened fire on unsuspecting residents. At least 10 people were confirmed dead, and nine others sustained injuries during the violent assault. According to eyewitness reports, the armed […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 74 suspected internet fraudsters following a major sting operation at Joyous Hotel, located in the Nyanya area of Abuja. The raid, which took place in the early hours of Sunday, June 30, 2025, was part of the Commission’s ongoing efforts to clamp down on cybercrime and […]
Abuja, Nigeria – June 25, 2025 — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected the registration request of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), a political coalition widely perceived as an anti-Tinubu movement, citing procedural and legal shortcomings. According to an official statement from the electoral body, ADA failed to submit a formal application for […]
In what has been described as one of Nigeria’s largest cybercrime-related banking frauds in recent years, three employees of Wema Bank and four others have been remanded for allegedly hacking into the bank’s computer systems and diverting over ₦8.5 billion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned the suspects before Justice Mojisola Dada of […]
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has suspended its National Chairman, Shehu Musa Gabam, over alleged financial impropriety and abuse of office. The decision, reached during an emergency session of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) in Abuja, also affects the National Auditor, Nnadi Clarkson, and National Youth Leader, Chukwuma Uchechukwu. In a statement issued Tuesday […]
