5 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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5 h. ago ‘Gulf of Mexico’: AP sues Trump administration’s officials over press ban

Tribune Online ‘Gulf of Mexico’: AP sues Trump administration’s officials over press ban An independent global news organization, The Associated Press (AP), has filed a lawsuit against three officials in the administration of United States President, Donald Trump, alleging that the White House violated the First and Fifth Amendments by barring AP reporters from certain presidential events, including Oval Office gatherings and travel aboard Air Force One. The […] ‘Gulf of Mexico’: AP sues Trump administration’s officials over press ban Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Adamawa Police Arrest Two Kidnap Suspects, Recover Weapons, Ammunition

Two suspected kidnappers have been arrested by the Adamawa police command in Ngurore Forest, Yola South, and Gborom Mountain, Demsa Local Government Areas. SP Suleiman Nguroje, the command’s spokesperson, said in a statement in Yola on Friday that the arrest was made in coordination with local hunters. Nguroje stated that the success was a result […] The post Adamawa Police Arrest Two Kidnap Suspects, Recover Weapons, Ammunition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago After Ban On Suspects’ Parade, CSOs, Lawyers Move Against Torture

Following the recent ban on the public parade of suspects by law enforcement agencies, some lawyers and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the country have called on the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to extend the measure to torture and other human rights violations in the justice system. They said that Nigeria […]

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10 h. ago Police arrest robbery gang leader, raid kidnappers den in Delta

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri  The Police in Delta State have arrested a fleeing armed robbery gang leader after a major raid on armed robbery and kidnapper’s dens. The suspect, Emeka was rounded up by the CP Special Assignment Team  (CP-SAT) led by ASP Julius Robinson, which stormed his hideout and busted the house of the […] The post Police arrest robbery gang leader, raid kidnappers den in Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six

Tribune Online Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six-year-old nephew for ritual •As court remands suspect in prison EKITI State government on Friday appreciated and rewarded a herbalist, Adesua Ifafemi, for his role in the arrest of a 23-year-old boy who wanted to use his sister’s six-year-old son for ritual. Saturday Tribune gathered that the suspect identified as Solomon Fabiyi was arrested by men of the state […] Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six-year-old nephew for ritual Tribune Online

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14 h. ago How I knew police tortured my younger brother to death – Lagos estate agent

A Lagos-based estate agent, Mr Qamar Oduga, tells BIODUN BUSARI how his younger brother, Abdulmojeed, died in police custody in Ikota, Lagos State, after his neighbour, Stasia Nora, allegedly reported him over a rift What happened between your late brother and his neighbour before the police arrest him? It happened on Tuesday, 11th February 2025. Read More

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16 h. ago Policy expert advocates ‘distruptive strategy’ for national devt

Tribune Online Policy expert advocates ‘distruptive strategy’ for national devt A lawyer and policy strategist, Dr. Oracle Nwala, has called for the adoption of a “disruptive strategy” to drive governance and development in Nigeria. Speaking at the unveiling of his book, ‘Disruptive Strategies: Unveiling Personal Definitive Strategists,’ in Abuja, Nwala argued that challenging conventional approaches could accelerate national progress. Nwala, a legal expert with over […] Policy expert advocates ‘distruptive strategy’ for national devt Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Forfeited properties don’t belong to Emefiele, family members – Lawyer

Tribune Online Forfeited properties don’t belong to Emefiele, family members – Lawyer Lawyer to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has refuted claims that the recently forfeited properties by a Federal High Court in Lagos belong to the embattled Emefiele or any of his immediate family members. In a statement signed by Olawale Fapohunda, Esq., the lawyers clarified that the assets in question, allegedly […] Forfeited properties don’t belong to Emefiele, family members – Lawyer Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Diddy’s lawyer dumps music mogul ahead of sex trafficking trial

Embattled music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has suffered a major blow as his lawyer Anthony Ricco has stepped down from his legal team. Diddy, who faces charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, transportation and engaging in prostitution is in detention ahead of his trial on May 5, 2025. Ricco who issued a blunt statement, according […] The post Diddy’s lawyer dumps music mogul ahead of sex trafficking trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Israel: Three buses explode in ‘suspected terror attack’ — Police

Tribune Online Israel: Three buses explode in ‘suspected terror attack’ — Police The explosions prompted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to order the military to conduct “an intensive operation against centres of terrorism” in the West Bank. Israel: Three buses explode in ‘suspected terror attack’ — Police Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Police bust kidnapper’s hideout, recover arms, military uniform in Delta

Operatives of the CP Special Assignment team of the Delta State Police Command have busted a criminal hideout of some suspected kidnappers/armed robbers who have been terrorising residents of the Abraka/Obiaruku/Umutu axis of the state. This was contained in a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer SP Bright Edafe, copies of which were Read More

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31 h. ago Convicted Kidnap Kingpin Evans Pleads For Mercy, Offers To Surrender Properties

Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, alias Evans, a convicted billionaire kidnap kingpin, on Thursday, made a passionate plea for mercy before the Lagos State High Court. Through his lawyer, Etudo Emefo, Evans expressed remorse for his past actions, stating that he has undergone a transformation during his time in Kirikiri Maximum Prison. Evans revealed that he has obtained […] The post Convicted Kidnap Kingpin Evans Pleads For Mercy, Offers To Surrender Properties appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Passenger Caught Stealing On Air Peace Flight From Lagos To Port Harcourt

Air Peace flight has arrested and blacklisted a passenger found with stolen items on a flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt. Ejike Ndiulo, the airline’s Head of Corporate Communications, said in a statement on Thursday that the suspect was found in possession of the missing items following a thorough search upon arrival at Port Harcourt […] The post Passenger Caught Stealing On Air Peace Flight From Lagos To Port Harcourt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 h. ago NBA Lagos partners with Uber to ease transportation for lawyers

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Lagos Branch has announced a strategic partnership with Uber, a leading ride-hailing service provider, to read more NBA Lagos partners with Uber to ease transportation for lawyers

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49 h. ago PICTORIAL: NSCDC arrests 17 for vandalising telecom, power installations in Yobe

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 17 individuals in Yobe for allegedly vandalising telecommunications and power infrastructure. The arrest was disclosed in a brief statement posted on the NSCDC’s official X handle on Thursday. The statement read, “NSCDC goes tough on vandals, arrest 17 suspects for destruction of telecom and power installations Read More

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54 h. ago Anambra Assembly rejects Police report on escape of colleague’s killers

Tribune Online Anambra Assembly rejects Police report on escape of colleague’s killers The Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt Hon.Somtochukwu Udeze has described as shocking and unfortunate the press release by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga announcing the escape of two of the arrested suspects involved in the murder of Hon. Justice Azuka of Onitsha North One Constituency in the Assembly. […] Anambra Assembly rejects Police report on escape of colleague’s killers Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Officer, Complainant Arrested Over Death Of Newlywed In Police Custody

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into the alleged torture and death of a newlywed man, Abdulmujid Oduga, in police custody at Ikota Police Post, Ajah. In a statement released to PUNCH Online on Wednesday, the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest of the Investigating Police Officer and the complainant while […] The post Officer, Complainant Arrested Over Death Of Newlywed In Police Custody appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Policeman, complainant arrested over newlywed’s death in custody

The Lagos State Police Command has begun an investigation into the alleged torture and death of a newlywed man, Abdulmujid Oduga, while in police custody at the Ikota Police Post in the Ajah area of the state. In a statement obtained by PUNCH Metro on Wednesday, the command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest of Read More

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60 h. ago Police quiz officers over Anambra lawmaker’s suspected killers escape

Some personnel of the Anambra State Police Command are under investigation following the disappearance of two suspects held in connection with the killing of the member representing Onitsha 1 Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, Justice Azuka. Azuka was kidnapped on December 24, 2024, and his lifeless body was found on the Second Read More

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