Insecurity: Nigerians paid N2.2trn as ransom in one year
Insecurity in Nigeria has reached a troubling level, with a new report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealing that Nigerians paid more than N2.2 trillion as ransom between May 2023 and April 2024. The data, published in the Crime Experience and Security Perception Survey, shows that households affected by kidnappings bore this enormous […]
Police Kill Three Kidnappers, Rescue Lawyer and Niece in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has successfully rescued a lawyer, Emmanuel Ubengama, and his niece from kidnappers after a fierce gun battle in Abak Local Government Area. The victims were abducted on the evening of December 4, 2024, along the Abak–Ikot Abasi road while returning home from school. Reports say the kidnappers ambushed the […]
EFCC Arrests Five Chinese Nationals for Illegal Mining in Akwa Ibom
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reported that its officers from the Uyo Zonal Command arrested five Chinese nationals for allegedly engaging in illegal mining. This incident occurred in the Ndito-Eka-Iba village located in Ibeno Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. According to EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, the suspects were apprehended between […]
Three Suspected Kidnappers Arrested in Lagos After Collecting N3 Million Ransom
In a significant breakthrough, the Lagos State Police Command successfully arrested three suspected kidnappers who allegedly extorted N3 million from the family of their victim. This development was confirmed by the command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who provided details to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, August 28. The incident began on Tuesday, […]
Human Rights Defender Killed by Teenage Son Over Money in Edo State
In a shocking turn of events, 70-year-old Arthur Judah Angel, a well-known human rights defender and anti-death penalty advocate, was killed by his 17-year-old son, Arthur Angel Jr., over money. The tragic incident took place on Sunday, July 14, 2024, in Ugboha, Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State. Arthur Judah Angel, who […]
Man Arrested in Abuja with Human Body Parts
Following the discovery of a human skull and bones in Gosa Kipikipi village, Lugbe, Nuhu Ezra was taken into custody by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police in Abuja. The Iddo police division officers apprehended Ezra after receiving credible information, according to police spokesman Josephine Adeh. When questioned, Ezra said that he had discovered the body parts in the bush while hunting in Kuje and that he had planned to sell them for N600,000. To find the owner of the body parts and the possible buyer, Benneth Igweh, the Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory, has demanded a comprehensive inquiry. Along with finding out how long Ezra has been engaged in this business, the investigation will also ascertain whether he killed someone in order to get the pieces. Residents have been cautioned by the Commissioner. monitoring their surroundings and notify the authorities of any questionable activity.
Nigerian Movie Producer Kidnapped in Asaba, Released After Being Shot
Jude Izuegbu, a Nigerian movie producer, was abducted in Asaba, the capital of Delta state, two days ago. Actress Lizzy Gold shared on Instagram that Jude Izuegbu was released on Thursday, July 4. Unfortunately, he had been shot and sustained injuries during the ordeal. Lizzy Gold Post ”Asaba is no longer safe my friend @unasmovies […]
Rich Igbo Men Avoid Returning to Southeast Due to Violence – Cubana Chief Priest (Video)
Nigerian businessman, Cubana Chiefpriest, explained why wealthy Igbo men no longer like visiting the southeast during holidays. He mentioned that the reason is the presence of criminals. He shared this in an interview with BBC Igbo. He said “There is a lot of hunger in South-East. It is our brothers at home that give criminals […]