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Gunmen Attack Quarry Workers in Edo, Killing Police Inspector and Injuring Expatriate

A tragic incident occurred in Edo State when gunmen ambushed quarry workers, killing a police inspector and injuring an expatriate. The attack took place in Ihivbe-Ogben, located in Owan East Local Government Area, on the evening of Thursday, October 17, 2024. The workers were returning to their base camp when the gunmen opened fire on […]

Three Suspects Arrested for Stealing N30 Million Truck in Niger (Photo)

The Niger State Police have arrested three men in connection with the theft of a tipper truck valued at over N30 million. The suspects, identified as Nura Ibrahim, Adamu Ibrahim, and Abdulfatai Ibrahim, all reside on Kaduna Road in Suleja. According to him: “On October 14, 2024, at about 1 pm, information was received that […]

Kwara Police File Charges Against Dismissed Officers for Killing Polytechnic Student

The Kwara State Police Command has charged three police officers in court over the death of Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola, a student from Kwara State Polytechnic in Ilorin. The officers—Abiodun Kayode, James Emmanuel, and Oni Philip—were dismissed from their jobs after being linked to Ishola’s death. On October 18, DSP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the police spokesperson, stated […]

Two JSS 3 Students Arrested for Stealing 100 Phones in Bauchi

In a surprising turn of events, two 15-year-old students from Bakari Dukku Comprehensive Secondary School in Bauchi have been arrested for stealing a large number of items from a mobile phone shop in Wunti Market. The alleged theft occurred on October 1, 2024, when the boys reportedly took 100 mobile phones, 75 MP4 players, 30 […]

POS Operator Detained for Accepting N4 Million from Kidnappers

In a shocking incident, a POS operator in Delta State has been arrested for allegedly accepting N4 million from kidnappers. This arrest underscores the growing concern regarding the involvement of payment operators in criminal activities. The Delta State Police Command reported the arrest, with SP Bright Edafe, the police spokesperson, sharing the details in a […]

Notorious Human Trafficker “Pu**y Mama” Arrested in Ghana After 10 Years on the Run

A notorious human trafficker known as “Pu**y Mama” has been apprehended by the Buduburam District Police in Ghana after a decade-long escape from law enforcement. This arrest marks a significant development in the fight against human trafficking in West Africa, where many vulnerable individuals fall prey to ruthless traffickers. “Puy Mama,” a nickname that has […]

Man Arraigned for Beating His Wife Over a Disagreement in Kano

In a recent case that has drawn attention in Kano State, a man named Umar Inusa has been arraigned for allegedly beating his wife, leaving her with serious injuries. The incident reportedly occurred during a minor disagreement over family matters, which escalated to violence. According to local reports, the trouble began when Umar instructed his […]

Journalist Kidnapped in Ogun State: Family Seeks Help

A journalist and human rights activist named Oluwatosin Oshibanjo has been kidnapped in Ogun State, Nigeria. He was taken from his home in Ijebu-Ode on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. His family is now in a state of panic, seeking help from authorities to locate him. Oshibanjo’s mother, Tokunbo Bakre, believes his abduction is linked to […]