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Crime
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Borno school attacked: Teacher killed and students abducted during NECO exams
Gunmen killed a teacher and kidnapped students sitting for their NECO exams during a raid on a secondary school in Borno State's Askira/Uba area.
Prime suspect admits to killing retired Ogun broadcaster over rent money
A prime suspect has confessed to the murder of retired Ogun State broadcaster Olakitan Ibiyola Oyesiku, citing a need for rent money and dissatisfaction with past wages as motives.
Australian national charged with murder following discovery of girl’s body in Thailand suitcase
A 17-year-old girl was found dead inside a suitcase in Pattaya, Thailand, leading to the arrest of an Australian man at a Bangkok airport.
Two fatalities reported following separate violent incidents in Plateau State
A community leader and a woman recovering from injuries have died in separate violent attacks across Plateau State, prompting local groups to demand increased security.
Edo NSCDC Detains Scrap Dealer Over Stolen School Assets in Benin
The Edo State NSCDC arrested a 61-year-old scrap dealer and retrieved stolen property following a raid on a dump site in Benin City that contained items taken from Oriohhene Primary School.
Four Men Receive 95-Year Prison Terms for Gang-Raping Minor in Niger State
A Minna court has sentenced four men to a total of 95 years in prison for the gang-rape of a 13-year-old girl in Kontagora, Niger State.
Government official demands justice following murder of Benue MACBAN leader
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, demands the immediate arrest of those behind the killing of Benue MACBAN chairman, Alhaji Risku Mohammed.
Family of Nigerian Student Convicted in UK Push for Case Review
Parents of Nigerian student Oluwatobiloba Akinrinola are appealing a UK robbery and blackmail conviction, asserting that their son is innocent and was wrongly associated with the primary suspect.
Benue Police Apprehend 10 Individuals Regarding MACBAN Chairman Murder
Ten suspects have been detained by Benue State Police regarding the murder of the MACBAN chairman, Ardo Risku Mohammed, and Yakubu Isa following a targeted operation in Otukpo.
Ogun State Police Apprehend Seven Suspects and Seize Stolen Property
Ogun State police have arrested seven suspects and seized a stolen car, firearms, and cash following coordinated operations across several regions.