25 h. ago Highway Bust: NDLEA Seizes 4,752kg Of Cannabis Hidden In Tanker Compartment

In a recent crackdown, the NDLEA intercepted a 40-foot fuel tanker along the Abuja-Abaji expressway and discovered over 4,700kg of cannabis hidden inside its tank. The massive haul cleverly concealed in 511 jumbo sacks was traced back to Ondo State and intended for distribution in Abuja. Four suspects were arrested in connection with the operation. […] The post Highway Bust: NDLEA Seizes 4,752kg Of Cannabis Hidden In Tanker Compartment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 98 suspected internet fraudsters in coordinated sting operations across Enugu and Kwara States. The Enugu Zonal Directorate apprehended 51 suspects, including three females, in the Premier Layout area of the Enugu State capital. Items recovered included 18 luxury cars, laptops, […] The post EFCC arrests 98 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The legal team of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has clarified that Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) was not involved in his recent arrest in Abuja. The statement addresses online speculation linking the bank to the incident. VDM’s arrest sparked widespread social media reactions. Some users claimed […] The post GTBank not involved in VeryDarkMan’s arrest, legal team confirms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Three arrested in Abuja for illegal trade in endangered wildlife

From Idu Jude, Abuja A joint operation by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) and the National Park Service led to the arrest of three individuals—Musa Usman, Samila Abdullahi, and Saidu Jagaban—in Abuja on Tuesday for trafficking endangered wildlife species. The arrests, announced in a NESREA statement, targeted illegal trade in violation […] The post Three arrested in Abuja for illegal trade in endangered wildlife appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Seven Suspected Robbers Arrested In Abuja, 14 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered

Operatives of Niger State Police Command have arrested seven robbery suspects in connection with a recent incident in Suleja area of the state. It was gathered that the suspected criminal elements were said to have robbed their victims of their handsets and other valuables. The Command’s Spokesman, Wasiu Abiodun, in a statement, on Tuesday disclosed […] The post Seven Suspected Robbers Arrested In Abuja, 14 Stolen Mobile Phones Recovered appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago “Voice Of The Voiceless Is Missing” — Cubana Chief Priest Decries VeryDarkMan’s Arrest

Popular Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the arrest of outspoken social media activist VeryDarkMan, calling for his immediate release. The activist was reportedly arrested by the Nigerian Police Force in Abuja last Friday. His legal counsel, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the arrest via a post on X (formerly Twitter). Taking to his […] The post “Voice Of The Voiceless Is Missing” — Cubana Chief Priest Decries VeryDarkMan’s Arrest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign

Veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie has joined the growing list of public figures calling for the release of popular social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). The activist was reportedly arrested on Friday in Abuja by operatives of the Nigerian Police Force. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed the development via his […] The post Nothing Must Happen To VeryDarkMan – Rita Edochie Warns, Joins FreeVDM Campaign appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja

Operatives of Nigeria Police Force have rescued two kidnapped Ghanaian nationals and arrested some suspects, operating across international borders. It was gathered that the development is coming, following a report filed with the National Central Bureau in Abuja on April 27, 2025, over the kidnap of one Anastasia Arthur aka Baidoo, a 48-year-old Ghanaian national. […] The post Police Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Two Ghanaians In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago VeryDarkMan Arrested At GTBank Branch After Exposing Unauthorized Deductions From Mother’s Account

Martins Vincent Otse, a popular Nigerian social media influencer known as VeryDarkMan, has been arrested by the Nigerian police in Abuja. His arrest followed his public complaints about unauthorized debits from his mother’s bank account, at the request of Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank). Barrister Deji Adeyanju, the legal representative of VeryDarkMan, confirmed the arrest to […] The post VeryDarkMan Arrested At GTBank Branch After Exposing Unauthorized Deductions From Mother’s Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Achimugu: Ohanaeze youths knock EFCC over alleged disobedience to court order

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has condemned the arrest of businesswoman Aisha Achimugu at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Achimugu was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Her lawyer, Chief Chikaosolu Ojukwu, who confirmed her arrest said , “Aisha Achimugu, who arrived voluntarily into […] The post Achimugu: Ohanaeze youths knock EFCC over alleged disobedience to court order appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police arrest Abuja couple, six others for car snatching, recover stolen vehicles

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested an Abuja-based couple, Yusuf Yunusa and Blessing Yusuf, along with six others, for stealing cars across the FCT and selling them to unsuspecting buyers. Josephine Adeh, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, disclosed this in a statement issued in Abuja. Adeh said the […] The post Police arrest Abuja couple, six others for car snatching, recover stolen vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago EFCC Arrests Aisha Achimugu At Abuja Airport Over Money Laundering Allegations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Aisha Achimugu, the managing director and CEO of Felak Concept Group, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Achimugu was arrested at around 5 a.m. on Tuesday upon her arrival in Nigeria from London. Her lawyer, Chikaosolu Ojukwu, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued […] The post EFCC Arrests Aisha Achimugu At Abuja Airport Over Money Laundering Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police arrest 3 suspects over attack on FCT Boys’ Brigade camp

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three suspects—Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu, all residents of Wasa Village, Karshi—in connection with the attack on a Boys’ Brigade camping site in Zhayidna Village, Orozo. The attack resulted in the death of camper Johnson John. FCT Police Public Relations […] The post Police arrest 3 suspects over attack on FCT Boys’ Brigade camp appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago QNET Warns Nigerians Against Fake Affiliates, Reaffirms Ethical Business Commitment In Nigeria

QNET, a global direct selling company specialising in wellness and lifestyle products, has issued a strong warning to the Nigerian public to beware of fake individuals and entities fraudulently claiming affiliation with its brand. The caution comes in the wake of recent arrests in Niger State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, where suspects […]

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3 w. ago NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illicit crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe area of Abuja. This was revealed in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale. Seven people connected to the illicit production and distribution of crude oil were also confirmed to have been […] The post NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago After VDM’s Alarm, NAPTIP Arrests Human Traffickers In Abuja Operation

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) said it has commenced a major onslaught against organised human traffcking criminal gang in the country as its operatives arrested Abuja-based suspected traffickers. The agency described the suspects as the arrowhead of a trans-border human trafficking syndicate operating within the West African and Gulf […]

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3 w. ago NSCDC uncovers five illegal crude oil dumps in Abuja, arrests seven

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illegal crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe axis of Abuja. This is contained in a statement issued by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale, on Thursday in Abuja. The corps also confirmed the arrest of seven suspects linked to the illegal crude oil production and distribution. Read More

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