Category: Crime
Former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, Detained in Kuje Prison Amidst Money Laundering Charges
Abuja, Nigeria – In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the detention of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, at Kuje prison pending the review of his bail application. This decision comes after Mamman fainted outside the courtroom earlier in the proceedings. Justice James Omotosho issued the directive…
Individual Detained for Attempting to Smuggle Psychoactive Drugs into Kuje Custodial Centre
Abuja, Nigeria – The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has detained a suspect, identified as Precious Yusuf, for attempting to smuggle substances believed to be psychoactive drugs into the Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre. The arrest was made as part of the Command’s ongoing efforts to curb the smuggling of…
Ogun State Police Command Swift Action on Governor’s Directive: A Reassurance of Resident Safety
In a commendable display of efficiency and dedication, the Ogun State Police Command has successfully executed a daring rescue operation, resulting in the safe return of three Indian nationals and one Nigerian who were kidnapped on June 30 along the Ilisan axis of the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode-Benin Expressway. This resolute action, bolstered by the unwavering support…
Serious Assault on Police Officers: Suspects Arrested as CP Fayoade Orders Immediate Trial of Arresting Officers for Unprofessional Conduct
Lagos, Nigeria — The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Adegoke Fayoade, mni, has ordered the immediate commencement of an orderly room trial for the police officers involved in a viral video showing them assaulting a suspect who was resisting arrest. On July 2, 2024, officers from the Alausa Division of the Lagos State…
Travellers Kidnapped, One Shot on Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway
A harrowing incident unfolded on Sunday evening along the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway as gunmen abducted over 20 travellers and inflicted injuries, leaving one victim hospitalized. The attack occurred between the Sagamu Area Command and Ilisan township, marking another troubling escalation in highway insecurity. Wemmy Osude, Chairman of Ilisan Development Council, confirmed the distressing events to PUNCH…
Troops Repel Suspected IPOB Terrorists’ Attack on Police Station in Ebonyi
In a swift and decisive response, troops of the Nigerian Army, deployed for counter-terrorism operations in Ebonyi State, have successfully repelled an attack on the Isheke Police Station by suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The attack, which occurred early today, resulted in the torching of the police facility and several vehicles….
EFCC Arrests Fake Military Officers for Impersonating CDS The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended three individuals for allegedly impersonating military officers and defrauding the public under the guise of the Chief of Defence Staff’s office. The suspects, Dennis Baba Wdony, Wycliffe Midala, and Samuel Kayode Melaye, were arrested on Wednesday, June 26,…
Nigerian Petrol Smuggled into West African Markets Now Selling for N1,700 per Litre
— The Federal Government has raised alarms over the resurgence of petrol smuggling activities, attributing the uptick to the substantial price disparity between Nigeria and its neighboring countries. Currently, smuggled Nigerian petrol is being sold for as much as N1,700 per litre in West African markets. During a press briefing in Yola, the Comptroller-General of…
FLASH: Lagos RRS Arrests Suspected Vandal on Third Mainland Bridge
Lagos, June 7, 2024 — Operatives of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS) apprehended an 18-year-old suspect, Mubarak Abdullahi, for allegedly removing LED road stud lights on the newly renovated Third Mainland Bridge. The arrest took place around 10:00 a.m. today. Abdullahi, a resident of Makoko, was caught red-handed by RRS operatives while in the…
Breaking News: Suspects Arrested for Alleged Production of Adulterated Alcohol in Lagos
Lagos, June 7, 2024 — Lagos authorities have arrested two individuals in connection with the illegal production of adulterated alcoholic drinks at Oko-Arin Market on Lagos Island. The suspects, Ogujiofor Emeka, 41, and Desmond Chima, 31, were apprehended following a raid conducted by operatives from the CP Tactical Team, Eko. Acting on a tip-off, law…