…₦1.233 trillion in naira, along with sums in foreign currencies, and securing 10,872 convictions between October 2023 and July 2026.

…of foreign nationals living in the country. The grounds include serious criminal convictions, acts of violence, threats to Germany’s constitutional order, forced marriage, and providing false information to obtain a residence permit.

…to his decision. He said he was stepping aside to remain faithful to his personal convictions, principles and integrity. In a separate letter dated September 2 and addressed to the APC Ward Chairman of Galadima Ward, Argungu, Jibo also resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress, APC, with immediate effect…

…the command’s proactive stance against drug production. He said there were no convictions because the Federal High Court was on vacation, but three new cases were charged, while 87 others were pending. He said the command had broadened its community outreach initiatives, adding that its Counselling and Treatment Rehabi…

…with that level of brutality would refuse to sign. Okay, so you’ve been getting a lot of convictions. Some life sentences and some death sentences. What are you doing differently that you are getting massive convictions across the country? Diligent prosecution. It is not enough to allege that someone committed a crime;…

…Enforcement process for individuals classified as removable aliens following criminal convictions or charges in American courts.FBI releases names and photos of most wanted NigeriansLegit.ng earlier reported that the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has publicly named four Nigerian nationals as wante…

…prompted discussions about the importance of making personal decisions based on one’s convictions rather than comparing one’s life to others. For Zo, what his friends once considered a mistake has now become a marriage of more than two decades. Watch the video below… “22 years ago When I came to the US, I was married t…

…fear, saying their cooperation would assist the police and prosecutors in securing convictions. He said, “I would refer to you, enlightened members of the public, to come forward without fear and to give your representation so we could help our lawyers in prosecution of these cases.” Police defend use of force against…

…of the National Security Adviser. Adekoye said the agency also secured more than 20 convictions in 2026 as it intensified operations against human trafficking and exploitation. He said human trafficking was increasingly migrating to the digital space, with criminal networks exploiting social media, encrypted messaging…

…Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, yesterday, said it secured 10,872 convictions and recovered N1.23 trillion, $684.48 million, £373,906 and €9.34 million in its 34-month anti-corruption campaign under its Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. The commission also disclosed that it investigated 39,615 cases, f…

…Correa regime."Moreno accused his former political backer, who has also faced corruption convictions but now lives in Belgium, of orchestrating the case against him. "He promised to take revenge on me," Moreno said, referring to Correa.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The…

…it to effectively prosecute election-related offences. “This accounts for just a few convictions for electoral offences in the realm of criminal litigation in Nigeria.“The above underscores the necessity of an active justice system for the prosecution of electoral offenders, which remains critical in ensuring a decreas…

…orientation and respect for the sanctity of the ballot align squarely with her convictions on service, inclusive governance and purposeful representation. Citing Article 21 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Abraham Lincoln’s definition of democracy as “government of the people, by the people, and for the…

…“The Electoral Act 2022 provides for prosecution of violence and vote-buying. We need convictions, not press releases. “Voters must demand manifestos and town hall meetings. “The 2027 elections should be a contest of ideas, not a war of identities. “If we allow hate speech, profiling, violence and mudslinging to define…

…“Where the path of a political platform no longer sufficiently aligns with these convictions and the aspirations of the people one represents, the honourable thing to do is to chart a new course,” he said. Mustapha thanked APC leaders, including President Bola Tinubu, for the relationships and experiences he gained whi…

…face justice,” he said. Adam Chatfield, Head of Border Force Midlands Command, said the convictions should serve as a warning to people considering transporting cannabis into the UK. “These convictions should be a stark warning to anyone considering bringing cannabis into the UK,” Chatfield said. He added that the youn…

…Garlick to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole on the aggravated r@pe convictions. He is expected to be sentenced on the remaining convictions on November 10. His 32-year-old wife, Shaantal Garlick, was convicted of two counts of facilitating aggravated r@pe of a child and two counts of aggravated child…

…midfielder Paul Scholes has been handed a six month driving ban after he racked up two convictions in the space of two days. The 51-year-old was caught speeding in a Range Rover in March while on a late-night drive through Cleckheaton in West Yorkshire. West Yorkshire Police brought a prosecution over the incident, as…

…pursuing naira abuse cases. In July 2026, the commission secured guilty pleas and convictions against 12 people before the Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State, following charges related to spraying naira notes at a social gathering.The commission's enforcement record also includes the 2024 conviction of Idris Okun…

…were prosecuted between January and July, with all 259 convicted. According to him, the convictions were secured because the agency ensured it had sufficient evidence before taking offenders to court. “Video evidence, photo evidence, most of them caught in the act, day and night,” he said. Gbadegesin also said LAWMA wa…

…had spent three years dating his wife without sexual intimacy because of his religious convictions. He said that after discovering they were both AS, he convinced himself that his faithfulness to God would protect their future children. The father, who described his decision as "foolishness," urged couples not to igno…

…made by prosecutors in court documents and were not themselves the basis of the fraud convictions. by Linda Ikeji at 08/08/2026 10:43 AM | Share this Story

…drug-related crimes. The commander said the agency would not only focus on arrests and convictions but would also intensify enforcement of the Proceeds of Crime Recovery and Management Act to confiscate assets acquired through drug trafficking. According to him, drug traffickers derive their strength from wealth accumu…

…30. On Thursday, Judge Happe also sentenced Samuels to 125 years in prison. After their convictions, both Larry and Samuels admitted to an enhancement charge of being part of a criminal organization. Larry was sentenced to 50 years for Swain’s murder and another 50 years for the gang enhancement charge, bringing his to…

…is considerable public mistrust because of perceived politicisation of judgments and convictions. “Judges should redeem themselves, then, their allegiance must unequivocally be to the Constitution, the Electoral Act and the rules and regulations of the judiciary. “The judgment by the Appeal Court is a welcome addition…