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Four Nigerians have been arrested in India for their involvement in an alleged online romance scam. The arrests highlight ongoing issues related to fraud and impersonation on social media platforms.
Felix Ohagwu has officially assumed duty as the 47th Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, taking over from Adebowale Lawal. Learn more here.
Nigerian police have successfully rescued 30 Malians from a human trafficking ring in Nasarawa. Ongoing efforts are being made to apprehend additional suspects linked to the operation.
A 2-year-old girl named Christianah Akanbi is among 46 individuals kidnapped by terrorists in Oyo. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
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Police have traced suspects involved in the abduction of school pupils in Oyo State through phone communications with bandits. This development follows the tragic killing of two teachers and an okada rider during the incident.
The US is seeking to revoke the citizenship of a Nigerian man convicted of an $11.6 million fraud scheme. This action is based on claims of unlawful naturalization following his conviction for tax fraud and identity theft.
The Nigeria Police Force successfully rescued 30 foreign nationals and dismantled a cross-border human trafficking syndicate. This operation marks a significant achievement in the fight against transnational organized crime.
Police investigations reveal that informants assisted Oyo kidnappers by maintaining communication during and after the abductions. This highlights ongoing challenges in tackling kidnapping in the region.
A student group warns of rising campus insecurity in Nigeria, as persistent bandit attacks threaten education and student safety in the northern region.
Three people were killed in a San Diego mosque shooting by two teenage gunmen who later died by apparent suicide. Police are investigating the attack as a
Nigeria and Benin are enhancing cross-border security and trade through improved border demarcation, aiming for regional peace and better community livelih
President Tinubu condemned the killing of an abducted teacher in Oyo, calling it barbaric. He assured that efforts are underway to arrest the killers and urged the National Assembly to expedite the enactment of state police law.
Teachers and students in Oyo State are protesting the abduction and killing of their colleagues. The incident has sparked serious concerns about safety in schools in the region.
Four Nigerians were arrested in India for alleged social media fraud involving impersonation. The suspects reportedly scammed victims out of large sums of money.
Seven soldiers and a civilian are feared dead following an ambush by suspected terrorists in Sokoto State. The attack occurred during a military operation in Illela.
Nigerian troops, in collaboration with the US Africa Command, successfully eliminated over 20 ISWAP fighters in Borno. This operation marks a significant advancement in the ongoing counterterrorism efforts in the region.
The NDLEA in Edo has successfully destroyed two cannabis plantations and apprehended four suspected drug traffickers. This operation highlights the agency's ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
Enugu police have apprehended two suspected kidnappers linked to an interstate syndicate operating along the Enugu-Benue border. Authorities recovered a pistol and stolen items during the arrest.
An Abuja court has granted bail to activist Justice Chidiebere in a cybercrime case, accepting a report from the DSS as evidence. This decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing legal proceedings against the activist.
Security forces in Kwara State have successfully apprehended a notorious bandit kingpin involved in the kidnapping of a local monarch. This operation marks a significant step in combating banditry in the region.
The Nigerian Army has established new formations to enhance its operational capabilities and improve rapid threat response. This initiative aims to strengthen national security and address emerging challenges effectively.
A 70-year-old man has been arrested in Bauchi for allegedly defiling a 10-year-old girl. The police confirmed the incident and are investigating further.
Outrage is rising in Oyo State following the beheading of a teacher amid a bandit attack that kidnapped over 30 students and teachers. President Tinubu has vowed to ensure their rescue.
A major flood submerges the collapsed Moro Bridge in Kwara, stranding commuters on the Ilorin–Igbeti highway. The incident has disrupted transport and trad
The APC and Accord parties trade blame after gunmen launched an Osun political attack on the Accord secretariat in Osogbo, causing significant damage.
The arrest of Justice Crack in Nigeria raises alarms about the state of free speech. Is citizen criticism a crime? A look at a case testing democracy.
A shawarma vendor named Andy was tragically shot dead by suspected cultists in Lagos. The assailants disguised themselves as customers before committing the crime.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned social media influencer and relationship therapist, Blessing Nkiruka Okoro aka Blessing CEO, before a Federal High Court in Lagos, over an
Police said emergency response teams found the victims outside the sprawling Islamic Center of San Diego, before later finding the shooters, aged 19 and 17, also dead. The post Three killed in San Diego mosque shooting, two attackers dead appeared first on Vanguard News.