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Trio Arraigned Over N190 Million Real Estate Fraud Scheme
Three individuals have been arraigned by the Nigerian Police for allegedly defrauding a businessman of N190 million through a fake property sale.
EFCC Detains Nigerian-American Over $320,000 Vehicle Import Scam
The EFCC has arrested Adegoke Oluwatobi Adams, a dual citizen, for allegedly orchestrating a $320,000 vehicle import fraud targeting Nigerian buyers.
Akwa Ibom High Court Sentences Ticket Seller to Death for Armed Robbery
Iboro Sunday Akpan was sentenced to death by hanging in Akwa Ibom State for his role in an armed robbery that resulted in attempted murder and the theft of property.
Maiduguri POS Operator Sentenced to Two Decades for Terrorism Financing
A Maiduguri business owner has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for laundering 5 million Naira for a Boko Haram member, earning a small commission for his role in the transaction.
Delta State Police Apprehend Two Suspected Armed Robbers and Seize Illegal Weapons
Delta State police have arrested Ugo Chukwu Kendirim and Odo Jude after discovering a pump-action gun and other weapons in their vehicle near the Second Niger Bridge.
Nigerian military neutralizes militants and prevents pipeline sabotage
Nigerian Army units engaged in multi-state operations, neutralizing two terrorists, rescuing four hostages, and preventing a crude oil pipeline attack.
Police Break Up Truck Hijacking Rings, Seize Goods Worth N60 Million
Lagos police have arrested nine suspects and recovered N60 million in stolen cargo after dismantling two criminal rings that hijacked trucks and diverted their shipments.
Government Watchlist Identifies Nearly 30 Illegal Waste ‘Super Sites’
The Environment Agency has released a watchlist of 117 high-priority illegal waste sites in England, including nearly 30 'super sites' containing massive quantities of debris.
Ilorin Magistrate Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Kwara NSCDC Commandant over Contempt
A Kwara State magistrate has ordered the police to arrest the state NSCDC commandant for failing to produce two officers accused of assaulting a lawyer.
US Africa Command Launches Further Strikes Against ISIS in Nigeria
AFRICOM confirmed new joint military operations against ISIS militants in northeastern Nigeria, aimed at weakening the extremist group's capacity for future attacks.