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Thai authorities have arrested six Nigerian nationals over their alleged involvement in an AI romance scam network uncovered during a wider criminal investigation in Nonthaburi. Police said the suspects were arrested during coordinated raids carried out at luxury apartments near Phra Nangklao Bridge along the Chao Phraya River. Investigation Linked To Earlier Drug Case According…
A major Abuja blackout disrupted electricity supply across several strategic locations in the Federal Capital Territory on Saturday. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, confirmed that the outage affected the Presidential Villa, Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the Supreme Court and several residential and commercial districts. AEDC Explains Cause of Abuja Blackout In a public notice…
A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Apo, Abuja, has sustained the arrest warrant earlier issued against former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, over alleged fraud involving $1.3 million and N746.7 million. Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie ruled on Monday that the bench warrant issued against the former minister in April would remain active pending…
The San Diego shooting investigation is ongoing after authorities responded to a serious incident that attracted widespread public attention. Law enforcement officials in San Diego confirmed that emergency crews were sent to the scene following reports of gunfire. The San Diego shooting quickly became a major topic online as residents searched for updates and officials…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the worsening security situation in the country following the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, and recent killings in Katsina State. Atiku described the incidents as signs of what he called a failure of leadership, stating that repeated attacks across…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved the appointment of Alhaji Suleiman Sa’ad Abubakar as the new Emir of Kagarko. The appointment followed the death of the former monarch, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, who passed away in January 2026 after six years on the throne. New Emir of Kagarko Emerges After Selection Process The appointment was…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has continued hearing in the cybercrime case involving activist and social media commentator Justice Mark Chidiebere, popularly known as Justice Crack. The court also granted the defendant bail in the sum of N5 million with strict conditions attached to his release. Justice Crack Cybercrime Trial Continues in Abuja Justice…
Several passengers were injured on Monday morning after a speeding vehicle reportedly crashed into two commercial tricycles along Ipaja Road in Lagos. The accident occurred around 8:50 a.m. near the Federal Bus Stop area, causing panic among commuters and motorists in the busy corridor. How the Lagos Accident Happened Eyewitnesses at the scene said the…
The Nigeria Police Force in Ogun State has confirmed the killing of two suspected kidnappers during an intelligence-led operation in the Atan area of Ijebu. Police authorities also announced the arrest of two other suspects linked to the kidnapping gang following the operation carried out by the Anti-Kidnapping Unit. Police Kill Two Kidnappers in Ogun…
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority has confirmed the clearance of the Alaba Rago setback located along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway in Lagos State. The agency said the operation targeted illegal trading activities, squatters and unauthorised structures occupying sections of the expressway corridor. LAWMA Intensifies Sanitation Enforcement LAWMA clears Alaba Rago setback as part of efforts…
