How Nigeria’s attorney general Fagbemi mishandled Oba Otudeko’s N12.3billion alleged fraud case
According to sources, Fagbemi overruled the EFCC, opting for an out-of-court settlement and assuming control of the case.
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Two men sentenced to life in Malta for providing bomb that killed journalist
Caruana Galizia, 53, was driving near her home when a car bomb detonated, killing her. She had been reporting on alleged corruption in Maltese political and business circles
20 killed in attack on Bishop’s village following recent testimony on christian persecution
Anagbe’s testimony before the U.S. Congress has drawn threats against him, with reports suggesting retaliation from Nigerian authorities
Human skull found at Prophet’s church site linked to child murders
“The location, currently being used for the construction of Prophet Chinedu Ezedike’s so-called Synagogue, was discovered to be a suspected site for ritual activities.”
18-year-old Nigerien, two others arrested by NDLEA for possessing illicit drugs
The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested an 18-year-old Nigerien, Mohammed Isah, for unlawful possession of illicit drugs.
Police rescue 11 abducted victims, foil kidnap attempt in Katsina
Katsina police and security forces rescue 11 abductees, including 9 women, in foiled kidnap attempt.
Kidnappers murder retired Nigerian Army major in Kogi despite receiving N10 million ransom
Retired Army Major Joe Ajayi dies in kidnappers’ den despite ransom payment.
VIDEO: Philippines scam centre poses as Nigerian operation in global fraud scheme
“Nigeria is not even in the top 10 internet scammers’ nations, yet we are the loudest,” wrote Stephen Osemwegie in response to the clip, echoing a frustration felt by many who believe Nigeria is unfairly stigmatised.
British soldier detained in Kenya over rape accusation reports
“We can confirm the arrest of a Service person in Kenya,” the ministry stated. “As the matter is the subject of an ongoing investigation by the Defence Serious Crime Command, we will not comment further.”
Transgender woman suffers chemical attack by children in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are searching for three juveniles who attacked a transgender woman with a corrosive chemical, possibly battery acid, leaving her with burns on her face and body.