Crime
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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
Federal Government Identifies 15 Entities Involved in Terrorism Financing
The Federal Government has disclosed the identities of 15 entities, including nine individuals and six Bureau De Change operators and firms, allegedly linked to terrorism financing.
This revelation came to light through the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), which shared … Continue Reading
EFCC Arraigns Suspect Over Alleged Child Pornography and Sextortion Charges
The Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against one Olukeye Olalekan before Justice Kehinde Ogundare of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. Olalekan is facing an 18-count charge related … Continue Reading
Failed Suicide Bomber Killed in Borno State
In a harrowing incident on Sunday, worshippers narrowly escaped tragedy when an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) intended to target them detonated prematurely on a male suicide bomber in Borno State.
The failed attack occurred in Biu Local Government Area, leaving … Continue Reading
Lagos Police Apprehend Robbery Suspects Posing as Beggars in Traffic
The police in Lagos have arrested two robbery suspects who masqueraded as alms beggars to prey on unsuspecting motorists.
The apprehension occurred following an incident at the Agungi area in Lekki, where the duo targeted a motorist, soliciting alms before … Continue Reading
EFCC Arraigns Suspect for Impersonation and Fraud in Port Harcourt
The Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against one David Ikeaghichi for impersonating an Afghanistan soldier and defrauding individuals through internet scams. Ikeaghichi appeared before Justice S. D. Pam of the … Continue Reading