Police arrest man involved in killing of Anambra lawmaker, recover pistol
Anambra State Police have arrested a man linked to the killing of a local lawmaker. Authorities confirmed that the suspect was taken into custody after a detailed investigation. During the operation, police recovered a pistol believed to have been used in the crime. Investigators say the arrest is a significant step toward bringing those responsible […]
Police apprehend bandit linked to killings of officers in Benue, Nasarawa
The police have captured a suspected bandit believed to be involved in the killing of security officers in both Benue and Nasarawa States. According to authorities, the arrest followed a well-coordinated intelligence operation carried out after weeks of tracking his movements. The suspect is said to have played a key role in violent attacks that […]
Police dismantle major kidnapping syndicate in Gombe, arrest seven, recover GPMG
The Gombe State Police Command has successfully dismantled a major kidnapping syndicate, arresting seven suspects linked to a series of abductions in the state. Authorities also recovered a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) from the suspects, highlighting the severity of the gang’s operations. According to the Police spokesperson, the syndicate was responsible for multiple kidnappings […]
Police arrest Sowore
Human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, has reportedly been arrested by the Nigeria Police at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The news of his arrest was first shared by human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, who criticized the action as a violation of Nigeria’s judicial process. Effiong, in a post on […]
Police nab tricycle robbery syndicate in Akwa Ibom, recover 72 stolen phones
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has busted a notorious tricycle robbery syndicate that has been terrorizing passengers across the state. The gang was responsible for multiple robberies, including violent attacks on unsuspecting commuters. Their arrest led to the recovery of over 72 stolen phones and three tricycles used for their criminal operations. The Commissioner […]
Man arrested for vandalising high-tension cables in FCT
Police operatives in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have arrested a man for vandalising high-tension electricity cables in one of the city’s suburbs. The suspect, whose identity was not immediately disclosed, was reportedly caught in the act by security personnel during a routine patrol. According to authorities, the man had already cut a significant portion […]
Police arrest four transformer vandals in Niger State
The Niger State Police Command has captured four men over claims of destroying and stealing parts from electric transformers in Enagi town, Edati Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, revealed this in a statement on Monday, September 8, 2025. He explained that the suspects admitted to cutting and stealing transformer cables in two […]
How A Man K!lled His Own Younger Brother, Hid His Body Inside A Drum In Ondo
A shocking incident occurred in Kajola, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, where a man reportedly killed his 18-year-old brother over a financial disagreement. The suspect, identified as Eze Elechi Amadi, was caught by the police while attempting to dispose of his brother’s body. He was paraded alongside 99 other people suspected of criminal […]
Man who married thrice sets his current live-in partner on fire at traffic stop
A 35-year-old woman in Bengaluru, India, lost her life after her live-in partner set her on fire during a traffic stop. The victim, Vanajakshi, succumbed to her burn injuries while receiving treatment in a hospital. Police reports reveal that the accused, Vithal, is a cab driver with a history of alcoholism and had been married […]
Suspect arrested for beheading man over Ebonyi land dispute
The Ebonyi State Police have apprehended a man suspected of killing Dick Nnachi, a middle-aged resident of Oso-Edda community in Edda Local Government Area. DSP Joshua Ukandu, the police spokesperson, confirmed the arrest to INFOLAND on Sunday, August 31, 2025. He stated that the suspect was linked to the violent act. Ukandu added that the […]