…media could also expose perpetrators to additional criminal charges, including cybercrime related offences. “In the process of committing this crime, sometimes you will commit several other crimes, “It is not just you beating somebody or meting violence against your fellow human being; even having the mind to record it…

…had no other option than to cooperate with them.” Explaining how he got involved in the crime, Chigozie blamed the demolition of his spare parts shop at the Papa Ajao market for his financial difficulties. He said, “I joined the gang after my spare parts shop was demolished by the government at the Papa Ajao Auto Spare…

…exploitation and s#xtortion The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, August 26, facilitated the extradition of the duo of Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle to the United States of America, U.S., to face prosecution for allegedly sexu@lly extort…

The Nigeria Police Force launched an online portal where Nigerians can report crimes directly without visiting a police stationThe portal covers crimes ranging from theft and kidnapping to fraud, domestic violence, and suspicious activityThe police also listed emergency helpline numbers for urgent or life-threatening s…

…trafficking, smuggling, human trafficking, and other forms of transnational organised crime. “This distinction is fundamental. But of course, Atiku is unhinged now, and he would say or announce anything to attract and deceive the politically gullible. “An open border is not an uncontrolled border. Modern border managem…

…breakthrough in the command’s ongoing intelligence-led operations against violent crime. The statement read, “The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old suspect, Emmanuel Chekwube Mark, for armed robbery and kidnapping. “The suspect was arrested in the early hours of August 27, 2026, following credible…

…Nigeria continues to battle insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of violent crime, particularly in the North-East and North-West. Atiku said stronger regional cooperation among West African countries would be critical to addressing the security challenges. Fuel subsidy removal The ADC presidential candidate…

…operations aimed at identifying, apprehending those responsible for the heinous crime. "Consequently, at about 2330hrs on 25 August 2026, operatives successfully arrested one Otuekong Enoidem, a 29-year-old male, an indigene of Akai Ubium Village, Nsit Ubium Local Government Area. "The suspect was apprehended while all…

…Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that its investigation into how the Federal Government's N12 billion intervention fund was spent will press ahead, regardless of the mass resignation of Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officials.EFC…

…Office said: "Charges are based on probable cause that a person has committed a crime. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law." by Linda Ikeji at 28/08/2026 7:59 AM | Share this Story

…Tukurwa Village, behind ABU Zaria.He said two of the suspects allegedly confessed to the crimes and disclosed that they used a “grave stick” as a charm, allegedly supplied by Abdullahi Hamisu. The suspects were also linked to attacks in Gidan Kira, Magata and Gidan Maranta villages, where victims were allegedly robbed…

…to be found when police arrived at the scene. "His cellphone was, however, found at the crime scene." Meanwhile, acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, expressed her appreciation to communities across the country, including the media and social media…

…“continuation” is not a confrontation. “Error four — the Court named the kidnapping a crime and still ordered continuation. Emmanuel Agim JSC, in this same remittal, found that agents of the Federation kidnapped and abducted Kanu and extra-ordinarily renditioned him to Nigeria without extradition. He held that abductio…

…from October.The Secretary of State for Justice stated that perpetrators of serious crimes will be confined to tightly controlled areas because no victim should have to fear the shadow of an abuser."Those who step outside the boundaries can be quickly identified (with GPS) and face being sent back to prison. Offenders…

…that “without a coordinated strategy that targets both the profitability of the crime and its roots, Nigeria risks entrenching kidnapping not merely as a criminal industry but as a funding mechanism for the very groups that most threaten its stability. “The strategic implication is stark. The everyday kidnap economy —…

…to the institution. Iniedu reiterating that highway personnel are deployed to prevent crime and safeguard citizens. ''For the avoidance of doubt, police personnel deployed to checkpoints and other locations nationwide are there to prevent crime, detect criminal activity and protect citizens, not to facilitate k!dnappin…

…never charged over those cases.A Prison Service spokesperson said: "These were horrific crimes and our thoughts remain with the victims and their loved ones. As with all deaths in custody, the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman is investigating, and it would be inappropriate to comment further before the conclusion of its…

…threats, simple assault, reckless endangerment and possession of an instrument of crime.Authorities said Hughes had been living in Las Vegas since February but was visiting relatives in Philadelphia when the alleged incidents occurred. Investigators said he left the area on August 19, flying from Trenton, New Jersey, t…

…wife says she is standing with her husband, while claiming he didn't commit the crime he's being accused of. She argued that social media is no court.''Odogwu Asaaba is my husband, and I stand with him 100%. I am not going to turn my back on him. How I feel, what I feel, and how I see this matter is my personal decisio…

…EFCC offers 5% reward for leads on stolen assets abroad The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has offered a five per cent reward for credible information leading to the recovery of stolen Nigerian assets held abroad. The initiative is part of efforts by the anti-graft agency to strengthen the tracing and recover…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has offered whistleblowers up to five per cent of recovered assets for actionable information leading to the recovery of funds and properties allegedly stashed abroad by corrupt Nigerians. Olukoyede urged individuals with credible information on the location of Nigerian asse…

…founded by Igboho to complement efforts against kidnapping, banditry and other crimes in the South-West. The Ogun launch follows earlier inaugurations in other states in the region.

…had continued to participate in operations against kidnapping, banditry and other crimes in several communities. He said adequate protection and equipment would enhance the ability of VGN personnel to support security agencies while reducing the risks faced by members during operations. Udoma assured Nigerians that the…

An eight-month INTERPOL operation targeting West African organised crime networks resulted in 58 arrests across 22 countries on six continentsOperation Jackal IV ran from November 2025 to June 2026 and focused on groups like Black Axe, which has roots in NigeriaINTERPOL flagged a disturbing new trend during the operati…

…that several individuals on the committee have previously been accused of financial crimes by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to him, Nigerians should examine the names on the committee and research the allegations against its members before deciding whether to support the ruling party. “…