Oyo: Suspected Kidnappers Arrested as VGN Recovers Over ₦4.2m, Gun in Ipapo

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The Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) has reportedly arrested suspected kidnappers and recovered more than ₦4.2 million in cash and a firearm during an operation in the Ipapo area of Oyo State. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at about 5:30 p.m. in the Alaganran area of Oke Amu, near Ipapo. According to an account attributed to the VGN, some of its operatives were on patrol when they intercepted three men travelling on a motorcycle. One of the men, identified as Abubakar, was searched and allegedly found…

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Russian Chess Official, 36, Dies After Suspected Malaria Following Nigeria Trip

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A 36-year-old Russian chess official, Sergei Indeikin, has died after reportedly developing a severe form of malaria following a work trip to Nigeria. Indeikin, who served as an operational manager and delegate of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), travelled to Abuja in early August for the FIDE World Amateur Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships. The tournament was held from August 1 to 8, with Indeikin listed among the FIDE officials involved in the event. According to reports from Russian media, Indeikin began feeling ill after leaving Nigeria for Uzbekistan. He…

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EFCC Extradites Two Nigerians to U.S. Over Alleged Sextortion of Teen Boys

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has extradited two Nigerian men to the United States to face prosecution over alleged online sexual exploitation and sextortion involving two teenage boys. The EFCC said Mudashiru Afeez Olawale and Adebola Festus Adekunle were extradited on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the commission. According to the EFCC, the two men were identified in separate investigations conducted by the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) into sextortion schemes targeting male minors, particularly boys between the ages of…

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Nasarawa Kidney Scandal: Police Parade Two Nephrologists, Two Others Over Alleged Organ Trafficking

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The Nigeria Police Force has paraded four suspects, including two nephrologists, over their alleged involvement in a kidney-harvesting and organ-trafficking syndicate operating in Nasarawa State and neighbouring areas. The suspects were arrested by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department Special Tactical Squad following a sting operation in Auta Balefi, Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, on August 19, 2026. They were identified by the police as Emmanuel Odeh, Dr Benjamin Oyime, Dr Daniel Otokpa and David Idoko. According to investigators, the alleged syndicate targeted vulnerable and financially disadvantaged young…

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Tobi Amusan Loses 100m Hurdles World Record to Masai Russell in Zurich

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Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan has lost her women’s 100m hurdles world record after American Olympic champion Masai Russell produced a stunning performance at the Zurich Diamond League. Russell clocked 12.09 seconds to break Amusan’s previous world record of 12.12 seconds, which the Nigerian set in the semi-final of the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Eugene, United States. The American shaved 0.03 seconds off Amusan’s mark to bring an end to the Nigerian’s four-year reign as the world record holder in the event. Amusan also competed in the Zurich race and finished…

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Gunmen Kill APC Chairman in Kogi, Abduct Another Occupant

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Gunmen have reportedly shot dead the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman of Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, Ishaq Yunusa, in a fresh attack along the Itobe–Ochadamu road. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday evening when armed men emerged from the surrounding bush and opened fire on a vehicle conveying the APC chieftain and another occupant. Yunusa was said to have sustained fatal gunshot injuries during the attack and was found dead inside a blue Toyota Corolla. The assailants reportedly abducted the other occupant of the vehicle before fleeing…

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Fidelity Bank to Unlock Growth Opportunities for Northern Businesses with Quarterly Business Forum in Kano

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Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the next edition of its Quarterly Business Forum on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Kano, bringing together business owners, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and key stakeholders to explore opportunities for business growth and sustainability across Northern Nigeria. The Kano edition builds on the success of the Bank’s previous Quarterly Business Forum held in Port Harcourt, which provided business owners and entrepreneurs with practical insights, valuable industry connections, and opportunities for sustainable business growth. Themed “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth,” the forum…

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Odogwu Asaba’s Wife Admits Husband Had Affair With 20-Year-Old, Denies Rape Allegation

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The wife of Nigerian content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, popularly known as Odogwu Asaba, has admitted that her husband had an affair with 20-year-old Favour Agbro, while denying allegations that he raped the young woman. The controversy followed allegations surrounding the circumstances that led to Favour’s death after she reportedly ingested a toxic substance. According to reports, the police have accused Odogwu Asaba of inviting Favour to Asaba under the pretext of helping her with content creation before an alleged sexual assault. However, his wife has rejected the rape allegation, maintaining…

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Nasarawa Hospital Under Probe Over Alleged Sale of Donated Equipment

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The management and some health workers of a hospital in Nasarawa State have come under scrutiny following allegations that medical equipment donated to the facility was sold instead of being used to provide healthcare services to patients. The development has reportedly attracted the attention of the Nasarawa State Government, which has ordered an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the alleged disappearance and sale of the donated equipment. The controversy followed allegations that some hospital officials were involved in disposing of equipment provided to improve healthcare delivery at the facility. The…

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Okoya’s Son, Raheem, Announces Exit From Music, Reveals Why He Is Quitting

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Nigerian Afrobeats singer Raheem Okoya, popularly known as Siraheem, has announced his decision to step away from the music industry. Raheem, the son of billionaire industrialist Razaq Okoya, made the announcement in a statement shared on his social media accounts on Wednesday. The 23-year-old singer explained that he had struggled to balance his music career with his other commitments, making it increasingly difficult for him to give his music the time, effort and dedication he believes it deserves.  According to him, music began as a hobby he enjoyed with…

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