Category: Crime
Edo Election: Mercy Johnson’s Husband, Prince Okojie, Escapes Assassination Attempt
Prince Henry Odianosen Okojie, a federal lawmaker representing Esan North-East/Esan South-East Federal Constituency in Edo State and husband of Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Friday morning. The attack reportedly occurred at his residence in Uromi, where armed men, believed to be political thugs, targeted him. The motive behind the attack…
Yahaya Bello Allegedly Escapes EFCC Capture with Governor Ododo’s Help Amid N80.2 Billion Fraud Investigation
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello reportedly evaded capture by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, with the alleged assistance of his successor, Governor Usman Ododo. The EFCC had surrounded the Kogi State Government Lodge in Abuja in a renewed attempt to arrest Bello over allegations of an N80.2 billion…
EFCC Rejects Yahaya Bello’s Method of Reporting for Alleged Breach of Protocol
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained why it rejected the manner in which former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, reported to the commission’s headquarters in Abuja, describing it as a breach of protocol. A source from the EFCC revealed that Bello arrived at the commission in a convoy, accompanied by the…
EFCC Launches Fresh Attempt to Arrest Former Governor Yahaya Bello at Kogi Government Lodge
In a dramatic development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly initiated a new attempt to arrest former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello. According to Ohiare Michael, Director of the Yahaya Bello Media Office, EFCC operatives have surrounded the Kogi Government Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, where the former governor is staying, and…
Former Governor Yahaya Bello Honors EFCC Invitation After Resisting Arrest in April Over NGN 80.2 Billion Fraud Allegations
Former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has finally responded to an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after resisting arrest in April 2024 over fraud allegations amounting to NGN 80.2 billion. The five-month standoff, which saw the intervention of security personnel from the current governor of Kogi State, marked a turning…
House Committee on Navy to Investigate Detention of Seaman Abbas Haruna
The House of Representatives Committee on Navy has announced plans to investigate the unlawful detention of Seaman Abbas Haruna, who has been held for nearly six years without trial. The committee has vowed to hold accountable those involved in his prolonged detention, which reportedly occurred under the directive of Brigadier General MS Adamu. Seaman Abbas…
281 Inmates Missing After Flooding at Maiduguri Correctional Facility
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has announced that 281 inmates are currently unaccounted for following an evacuation at the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC) in Maiduguri, Borno State. The evacuation was triggered by severe flooding in the area, which caused significant damage to the correctional facility and its staff quarters. In a statement released on…
NDLEA Arrests Ibadan Businesswoman and Auto Parts Dealer in Attempted Drug Smuggling to UK and Congo
Lagos, Nigeria – September 14, 2024 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two individuals, Mrs. Adewunmi Adebola Dorcas, a businesswoman based in Ibadan, Oyo State, and Arinze Ora, an auto parts dealer, in connection with separate attempts to smuggle narcotics to London and Congo Brazzaville. The arrests were made following the interception…
BREAKING: Notorious Terrorist Leader Sani Wala Burki Eliminated in Coordinated Katsina Operation
Katsina, Nigeria – September 14, 2024 In a major victory against terrorism, security forces have neutralized Sani Wala Burki, a notorious terrorist leader responsible for a series of violent attacks across the Safana and Batsari Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Katsina State. Burki, who had instilled fear among communities in the region, was killed alongside…
Military Neutralizes Infamous Bandit Leader Kachallah Buzu in Zamfara State
In a significant victory in the ongoing fight against terrorism, the Joint Task Force Northwest OPHD has successfully neutralized the notorious bandit leader, Kachallah Buzu, along with several of his militants in Zamfara State. The operation took place on the night of September 12 in Mayanchi village. The military’s strategic ambush, based on reliable intelligence…