…The convict was arraigned by the Ekiti Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on three -count amended charges bordering on obtaining by false pretence Specifically, he collected the sum of Five Hundred Thousand Naira (N500,000.00) by false pretence from Mr. Kayode Aina Samuel under the…

…examinations. He added: "They are introducing their wards and children to the world of crime. I think most of the candidates are not problematic. They are not the problem. The problem is the parents."Oloyede said confronting the reality of parents facilitating malpractice often left him emotional. He said: "Every time…

…energy infrastructure, which international law experts have said could constitute a war crime. Iran’s acting defense minister, Majid Ibn al-Reza, earlier said Tehran viewed every threat from its adversaries as “real and credible” even if it formed part of psychological warfare. “We will neither be caught off guard nor…

…the command's commitment to combating human trafficking and other forms of organised crime. by Linda Ikeji at 03/08/2026 7:51 AM | Share this Story

…billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. Flanked by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Jude pleaded "not guilty," setting the stage for a blockbuster trial scheduled for April 14, 2025. What began as a familial feud between Jude and his twin brothers, Peter (Mr. P) and Paul (Rudeboy) Okoye,…

…gathering and sustain intelligence-led operations against criminal hideouts to forestall crime and maintain public safety. The Commissioner further cautioned officers against conducting unlawful searches of citizens’ mobile phones and other personal electronic devices without a valid search warrant, describing the prac…

…been investigated and clarified during proceedings with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and are currently before the court.Responding to Peter's allegation that he and Paul Okoye diverted a royalty payment of about $25,000, Jude explained that the payment was made based on instructions Peter himself…

…Giwa, ordered the Area Commander, Oji-River, and the Head of the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit to intensify ongoing operations and deploy all available operational assets to rescue the remaining victims and apprehend the suspects. The commissioner also directed the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of…

…would continue to partner with other security agencies, including Agunechemba, to combat crime in the state. He said, "The Agunechemba Security Squad has recorded yet another feat in the fight against insecurity following the dislodgement of camps of gunmen in Orumba North and South Local Government Areas and the recov…

…safety because they coordinate criminal activity, recruit others to participate in crime, and often commit offenses for financial gain or to further the goals of the organization,” prosecutors said in a statement. Another defendant, Kyree Craver, 19, was convicted in a separate trial earlier this year over Swain’s kill…

…received a ₦50 billion injection from recovered funds by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). If that is the case, why is the government now presenting subsidy savings as the source?" Atiku asked.On rising debt servicing costs, Atiku said the administration bore direct responsibility, arguing that the M…

…“The FCT Police Command ‘failed to document in the register exhibits recovered from the crime scene and recorded in the crime diary.” “A firearm recovered in November 2021 could not be traced to the exhibit register. 1 pistol, 8 rounds of ammunition and an AK-47 round of live ammunition recovered in February 2022 could…

…border communities and other areas affected by kidnapping, banditry and related crimes to support surveillance, early-warning efforts and intelligence-led operations. The governors of Kaduna, Edo and Kogi states commended the Office of the National Security Adviser for coordinating the programme, saying it would comple…

…compromise CBT centres, exploit desperate candidates and parents, engage in cybercrime, extortion, bribery or identity theft, hear me clearly: your business is in the wrong institution,” Aina declared. “We shall protect the integrity of JAMB with everything the law permits.” He assured Nigerians that the Board would de…

…also outlined plans to “strengthen cooperation with neighboring countries” to combat crime. International drug trafficking gangs are active in Peru, which is one of the world’s leading cocaine producers. Neighboring Colombia — the world’s top cocaine producer — will also join Trump’s initiative once hard-right presiden…

…of the Kwara State Police Command have arrested 16 suspects for various alleged crimes ranging from conspiracy, kidnapping, aiding and abetting kidnapping, and attempted murder. Among the suspects are three minors identified as Ali Umaru, 16; Alhaji Mosu, 17; and Abacha Babagana, 14, who were arrested for unlawful poss…

…credible information from the community, the Command arrested 10 suspects linked to the crime. "Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects participated in the crime in various capacities, including unlawful trespass, keeping the kidnapped victim, communication of ransom demands, and facilitating the movement…

…Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed security agencies to unravel the masterminds behind the crime and ensure they are brought to justice. In […] The post Kogi govt condemns killing of Catholic priest, orders investigation appeared first on Tribune Online.

…committed to ensuring justice for the victim and bringing all those involved in the crime to justice. The command also urged residents to remain calm, law-abiding, and provide credible information that could assist security operatives in arresting the remaining suspects.

The VC spoke in Osogbo at the 11th postgraduate matriculation, where newly admitted students took an oath. Adebooye also encouraged the students to be focused, resilient, and purposeful throughout the demanding academic journey ahead, saying that, in the end, they will find the endeavour very rewarding.

…whose parents' funerals were organised by Bush, called for a public inquiry into how his crimes were possible. She said: "We all deserve dignity in de@th and this was totally denied to our loved ones." Bush was sentenced for 67 offences spanning 12 years and affecting hundreds of victims at his business, Legacy Indepen…

…to him, the recoveries were made through intelligence-led operations and proactive anti-crime patrols across Maitama, Garki, Durumi, Jabi, Apo Legislative Quarters, Lugbe and Nyanya. He identified five suspects arrested in connection with the recovered items as Godwin Aja, Mustapha Nasiru, Ibrahim Garba, Abdulrasheed S…

…security architecture and coordinate efforts to tackle banditry and other violent crimes. Efforts to obtain the reaction of the Kebbi State Police Command were unsuccessful, as the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, could not be reached for comment at the time of filing this report.

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…of illicit weapons fueling terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes across the country. The recovered weapons. Photo: NCCSALW Speaking at the event, the Director-General of the NCCSALW, retired Deputy Inspector-General of Police Johnson Kokumo, described the exercise as "a deliberate, verifiable and irr…