…of inter-agency cooperation, actionable intelligence, and swift response in combating crime across communities and state boundaries.

…to intelligence-led operations and determination to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes in Edo State. It also highlighted the importance of collaboration among security agencies in strengthening operations and achieving sustainable results in the fight against criminality. The Commander, 4 Brigade Nigerian Army,…

…case brought by Abuja businesswoman Aisha Achimugu against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), ruling the suit was filed in bad faith.Justice Musa Liman delivered the judgment on Monday, October 12, 2026, after Achimugu challenged the EFCC's search of her home and its seizure of vehicles, jewellery and…

…October 12, at the continuation of the trial of Blessing CEO. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's head, Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale said Blessing CEO was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on June 9, 2026, on a two-count charge bordering on…

…The offences listed include wire fraud, mail fraud, money laundering, drug-related crimes, identity theft, assault, forgery, weapons violations and child cruelty. Announcing the arrests, DHS said it was highlighting non-US citizens with criminal records apprehended by immigration enforcement officers. "The US Departmen…

…not in the bush; they are somewhere using private jets and enjoying the proceeds of the crime. “Wherever there is gold or any other important mineral resource, you will see bandits controlling communities there. Go to the mining site and ask one of the miners, ‘Who are you mining for?’ “There is always someone they are…

…day after the Saudi coalition reported a projectile landing nearby. – ‘Full-fledged war crime’ – The Houthis have stepped up their attacks on the Riyadh airport — where three people were also killed on Thursday — as well as on Saudi oil facilities and tankers in the Red Sea. Although Saudi Arabia has poured billions in…

…and assured residents of its continued collaboration with the public to combat crime in the region. The police have not indicated whether the eight suspects have been formally charged in court.

…commenced investigation and during interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime stating that sometime in the year 2024, he contracted one Bashiru, now at large to abduct Jonah in order to obtain ransom which they would share amongst themselves, as the victim was a large scale farmer, but they did not perpetrate th…

…as "view once". The screenshot also shows Hope Neche telling Ogechukwu's ex that it is a crime for him to share his estranged wife's intimate photo with her. Hope went on to meet Ogechukwu in person and did a video with her, publicly admitting that Ogechukwu's explicit photo was sent to her by her estranged husband. Og…

…fighting the Houthis blamed them for the attack, calling it a “fully-fledged war crime” and vowing a firm response. The airport has no military facilities.There was no immediate statement from the rebels, who earlier Saturday accused Saudi Arabia of striking Sanaa International Airport in the Houthi-held Yemeni capital…

…which confirmed s3xual assault. The suspect has been arrested and has confessed to the crime. "On 9th October, 2026 at about 1300hrs, a father from Unguwar Makafi, Azare, reported that one Yakubu Musa, 20 years old, of Layin Da'u Mai Itace, Azare, had previously lured his 11-year-old daughter into an empty classroom at…

…he believed I had committed an offence. The petition alleged that I had committed cybercrime by giving people wrong information about the source of funding for the road and asked the police to apprehend me and charge me to court. I was shocked because I believed I had merely shared information I received from a source…

…Lagbe and chairman of Ikom LGA, Pastor Mercy Nsor, confirmed the reduction in crimes in their jurisdiction owing to the grace of God. The DPO spoke about safety in Ikom and that prayers can continue to help reduce crimes. “I can tell you that crimes have reduced in Ikom but despite that your prayers will help us while…

…in Abuja, where he faced money laundering charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and tax evasion allegations filed by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (now known as the Nigeria Revenue Service). The report noted that the American executive remained in detention for approximately eight months…

…to the incident, leading to the arrest of a male suspect allegedly linked to the crime. ”Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect, identified as Stephen Edokpolor, 40, allegedly shot the deceased with a locally-made firearm during the burial ceremony of High Chief Oduwo. The firearm was recovered by police…

…Ntabazalila said. He said the NPA remains committed to holding perpetrators of violent crimes accountable and ensuring justice for society's most vulnerable, particularly children.

…court of politicisation and improperly pursuing Americans and Israelis over alleged war crimes."We will ban transactions with this rogue court, cutting off their resources and crippling its ability to operate against us," Rubio said in a video address posted on social media. "The United States and the American people a…

…including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and its past investigation into alleged crimes by US soldiers in Afghanistan. The ICC’s Deputy Prosecutor, Nazhat Shameem Khan, condemned the move, saying it would not deter the court from carrying out its responsibilities.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google…

…that they were witches. "He confessed that Isa gave him a hoe to use in perpetrating the crime while Abdullahi promised to give him two plots of land and his daughter's hand in marriage if he succeed. "Consequently, Mohammed succeeded in k!lling one victim, Tani and grievously injured another before his arrest. "All su…

…Custody by the court,” Ndukwe said. The police spokesperson clarified that the cybercrime case against Chidi is distinct from the primary investigation into the invasion of the NDC meeting, which is currently handled by the Zone 13 Headquarters in Ukpo-Dunukofia in the state. He urged the public to disregard claims sug…

…Bronx Criminal Court on Thursday night, October 8. Locals have expressed outrage at the crime. "I saw him coming down, laughing, looking up," said bystander Moses Hernandez. "Right now, I feel like s**t, I'm upset. Right now, I'm happy they caught him.

…Photo >The Cable reported that El-Rufai had dragged the ICPC, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) before the court as first to fourth respondents. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/368/2026, was filed on February 24 by hi…

…The man used cable wire to brutalise his 10-year-old daughter. He has owned up to the crime,” Okeoma said. The victim, according to Okeoma, was later taken to Police Hospital in Owerri for medical treatment, while her two younger siblings were taken to an orphanage in Owerri for temporary care. The human rights group u…

…following the attacksThe Gulf Cooperation Council condemned the strikes as 'systematic crimes' while Turkey pledged defensive support to Saudi Arabia under the Mecca AgreementPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Asir Province, Saudi Arabia - Houthi militants launched drone and missile st…