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Four Fake EFCC Officers Arrested for Attempted Kidnapping in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended four individuals impersonating officers of the Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). These suspects were involved in a plot to kidnap a person and demand a ransom of N150 million. Commissioner of Police, CP Waheed Ayilara, disclosed the names and ages of the suspects: Emmanuel Augustine Akpayak, 27, […]

Enugu Police Declare 8 Wanted for Armed Robbery, Kidnapping, and Murder

The police in Enugu State have declared eight individuals wanted for alleged crimes, including murder, terrorism, and kidnapping. In a statement released on Monday, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, the Public Relations Officer for the Command, shared this information with journalists. The suspects were last seen in Igga community, Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State. The […]

BBNaija Star Ka3na Warns Very Dark Man About Future Risks…..

BBNaija reality TV star, Ka3na Jones, has issued a stern warning to social critic Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Very Dark Man, about the potential future consequences of his numerous arrests. Ka3na cautioned that his frequent run-ins with the law might become a significant hindrance in the future, particularly if he plans to relocate […]

Tems Wins Gospel/Inspirational Award at 2024 BET Awards

Nigerian artist Temilade Openiyi, known as Tems, has reached a significant milestone in her career by winning the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award at the 2024 BET Awards last night. Tems won the award with her song “Me & U,” surpassing well-known artists such as Shirley Caesar with “Award All of the Glory,” Kirk […]

Actress Rita Dominic Responds to Criticism Over New Movie Role

Popular Nigerian actress Rita Dominic has replied to a critic who criticized her for taking on a role in a new movie. A user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote: “Some projects are beneath you. Why is Rita Dominic in ‘Lekki Wives’ or whatever it’s called? Seriously?” In response, the actress advised fellow actors to ignore […]

Nigerian Air Force Helicopter Crashes in Kaduna

On Monday morning, a Nigerian Air Force helicopter crashed in Tami community, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Residents heard a loud noise from the crash site around 5 am, as reported by Vanguard. Locals hurried to the crash scene and witnessed the pilot emerging from the wreckage.

19-Year-Old Girl Arrested for Kidnapping Elderly Pastor in Edo State

A 19-year-old girl has been arrested in Edo State for working with her boyfriend and a gang to kidnap an elderly pastor. During a press briefing, the state Commissioner of Police, CP Funsho Adegboye, presented the suspect to the media. He explained that the girl, who claims to be an undergraduate, went with other gang […]

Cholera Outbreak at Kirikiri Prison

The Lagos State government announced on Sunday, June 30, that 25 inmates at Kirikiri Medium Security Prison were suffering from severe gastroenteritis, confirmed to be due to cholera. Health Commissioner Prof. Akin Abayomi provided an update on the cholera situation in the state, stating that immediate medical and environmental actions were taken and were successful. […]

Resident Killed, Four Others Kidnapped in Renewed Terrorist Attacks in Abuja

Several terrorists have attacked Guto, Piyawe, and other communities in Bwari Area Council, Abuja, resulting in one death and the kidnapping of four people. Reports indicate the incident happened on Sunday morning when over 30 terrorists, believed to be kidnappers, entered the area council. Residents reported that the attackers surrounded the communities, fired guns randomly, […]