Court Seizes Assets of Lagos and Abuja Firms Over $40 million Oil Debt
A court has ordered the seizure of assets belonging to two firms in Lagos and Abuja over a $40 million oil debt, according to multiple sources.
Crime & Justice
Jama’atu Nasril Islam and Arewa Group Demand Due Process in NSCDC Probe for Miner Deaths
The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) and Arewa Think Tank are calling for due process and credibility in the ongoing investigation into the deaths of 37 miners in Niger…
EFCC Reissues Warrant for Ex-Convict Maina’s Arrest
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has once again declared Abdulrasheed Maina, the former pension boss who was convicted for fraud, wanted.
UNICEF Presses for Translation of Child Rights Research into Policy Action in Nigeria
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has called on the Nigerian government to convert its child rights research into actionable policies.
Police Achieve Multiple Successes Across 10 Nigerian States
The Nigeria Police Force has reported operational successes in 10 states, including the killing of a bandit and rescue of seven victims.
Nigerian Pleads Guilty to Romance Fraud Targeting 150 Americans
A 35-year-old Nigerian national, Olamide Shanu, has pleaded guilty in the United States to his role in a romance fraud scheme that targeted about 150 Americans and generated…
Army Arrests Nine Suspected Drug Dealers in Yobe
The Nigerian Army has arrested nine suspected drug dealers and handed over illicit drugs to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Yobe State.
Katsina Governor Lauds Military, DSS, and Vigilantes for Preventing Mass Kidnapping
The Katsina State governor, Dr. Dikko Radda, has commended the military, Department of State Services (DSS), and local vigilantes for foiling a planned mass kidnapping in Bakori Local…
Air Peace Faces Compensation Order from NCAA Over Flight Disruption
Nigerian airline Air Peace faces a compensation order from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) after failing to notify passengers of a rescheduled Lagos-Enugu flight, leaving travellers stranded.
Nigerians Protest: Hundreds Still Captive Month After Mass Kidnapping
A month after a mass kidnapping in Nigeria, hundreds of residents are still unaccounted for. Protesters have taken to the streets, demanding action.
Miners’ Death: Niger Lifts Curfew Imposed after Minna Unrest
After days of unrest triggered by the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners, the curfew imposed on Minna has been lifted.
Police Apprehend Suspected Kidnapper and Recover Drone in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has apprehended a notorious kidnap suspect and recovered a drone during separate clearance operations.
Plateau imposes curfew on three LGAs in response to renewed attacks
The Plateau State Government has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu LGAs following renewed attacks in the areas. According to multiple reports, this decision…
Deadly Attacks in Plateau State: Pastor and Eight Others Killed
In a series of attacks in Barkin Ladi and Riyom communities in Plateau State, at least nine individuals including a pastor have lost their lives.
Policing for Personal Profit: Tragedy at Minna’s Artisanal Mines
A shocking incident in Minna reveals how state security forces can exploit their power, leading to tragedy for artisanal miners.