Crime
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N2.7 Billion Money Laundering Case: EFCC Arraigns Two Suspects in Lagos Court
In the fight against financial crimes, the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought charges against Akeem Adekunle and Kayode Olusola Ayodeji before Justice I.O Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting … Continue Reading
Defence Headquarters Declares 97 Persons Wanted for Involvement in Violent Crimes
The Defence Headquarters has announced the pursuit of 97 individuals, including terrorists, insurgents, and other criminals, responsible for violent activities across the nation.
Among those sought is Simon Ekpa, … Continue Reading
NDLEA Busts 10,534 kg of ghanian loud From drug cartel in lagos
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made significant strides in combating drug-related crimes, with recent operations leading to the bust of cocaine syndicates in Kano and Abuja. According to NDLEA spokesman Femi Babafemi, the agency successfully dismantled a … Continue Reading
Edeh’s Trial Date Confirmed in N2.7 Billion Fidelity Bank Fraud Case
The trial of Christopher Jackson Edeh, implicated in a N2.7 billion Fidelity Bank fraud case, is set to commence on May 30, 2024, following a ruling by Justice O.O. Abike-Fadipe of the Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos. Edeh, facing … Continue Reading
Six Police Officers Killed , Six Missing in Ambush in delta state
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed that six of its officers were killed in an ambush by kidnappers and criminals in Ohoro forest in Delta state, while six others are missing in action.
According to the Force Public Relations … Continue Reading
NAFDAC Busts Syndicate Producing Fake Bottled Water in Port Harcourt
The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) officials have uncovered a syndicate engaged in the production of counterfeit bottled water in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The discovery came after diligent investigation and surveillance conducted by NAFDAC operatives … Continue Reading
Lagos State Police command Arrest Four for Faking Kidnapping and Demanding Ransom
In a shocking turn of events, the Lagos State Police Command has apprehended four individuals for orchestrating a fake kidnapping and demanding a hefty ransom of five million Naira.
The suspects, identified as Margret Itodo (25), Agnes Ogbeh (23), Esther … Continue Reading
Lagos Police Bust Fake Drink Factory, Arrest Four Suspects
The Lagos State Police Command has announced a significant breakthrough in combating illegal activities within the state.
Operatives revealed the bust of a counterfeit drink factory situated in the Agege area, resulting in the arrest of four individuals suspected of … Continue Reading
Edo State High Court Sentences 25 Internet Fraudsters to Jail
The Edo State High Court has convicted and sentenced 25 individuals to various jail terms for their involvement in internet fraud. Justices Efe Ikponmwonba and M. Ituseli presided over the cases, which concluded on Wednesday and Thursday, March 21, … Continue Reading
One Dead as NDLEA Raids Drug Peddlers in Bayelsa State
A tense situation unfolded in the Okaka suburb of Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, on Wednesday evening, resulting in the tragic death of one individual, as irate youths clashed with a team of anti-narcotic officials during a raid targeting drug peddlers and … Continue Reading