19-year-old rape victim killed by cousin after reporting abuse to police 

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A 19-year-old girl, Uloma Nwangwu, has been killed in Nsukka, Enugu State, just days after reporting her cousin, 51-year-old Emeka Nwangwu, to the police for alleged rape and threats to her life. The incident occurred on Monday at a pharmacy in Nsukka, where Uloma had gone to seek medical treatment. Police said the suspect, a member of a Neighbourhood Watch group, trailed her to the location and violently attacked her, repeatedly smashing her head on the floor. She was rushed to hospital but was confirmed dead. Her remains have been…

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EFCC Arraigns Gombe Magistrate Over Alleged ₦1.4m Bribe, Extortion

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a serving magistrate, Mohammed Suleiman Kumo, before Justice H.H. Kereng of the Gombe State High Court on a three-count charge bordering on bribery and extortion. Kumo was arraigned on December 3, 2025, following investigations by the EFCC’s Gombe Zonal Directorate, which accused him of receiving a total of ₦1.4 million in illicit benefits through the bank account of a court registrar, Adamu Ahmed. According to the charge sheet, the magistrate allegedly received ₦1 million and another ₦400,000 through Zenith Bank account…

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Appeal Court Declares VIO Operations Illegal Nationwide, Orders FCT to Pay Motorist N1m Damages

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Appeal Court Declares VIO Operations Illegal Nationwide, Orders FCT to Pay Motorist N1m Damages The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, has affirmed the illegality of operations carried out by the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) across Nigeria, upholding an earlier judgment that barred the agency from stopping vehicles, impounding cars or imposing fines on motorists. In its decision, the appellate court also awarded the sum of N1 million in costs to Abuja-based lawyer, Abubakar Marshal, who instituted the suit challenging the powers and conduct of the Vehicle Inspection Officers. The case…

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2Baba’s Brother Breaks Silence Amid Escalating Marital Drama

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Hyacinth Idibia, younger brother of Nigerian music icon Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, has spoken publicly for the first time since the controversy involving the singer and his new wife, Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, erupted online. In an emotional Instagram post, Hyacinth shared a heartfelt message accompanied by lyrics from one of 2Baba’s songs, suggesting deep concern over the singer’s current situation. “You’ve always been ahead, always been brilliant. Lyrics meant to inspire, but somehow it’s unfolding in real time… Painful reality. Allow us save you, Oyinem’. You’ve been suffering for too…

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Ned Nwoko Eulogises Wife Laila Amid Feud With Regina Daniels

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Nigerian senator and businessman, Ned Nwoko, has openly celebrated his wife, Laila Nwoko, amid rising marital tensions and online drama involving popular actress and co-wife, Regina Daniels. In an emotional Instagram post on Wednesday, Nwoko shared photos of himself and Laila, praising her as a woman of “rare patience, grace, and strength” who has remained calm despite the controversies surrounding his home. “In a world where noise travels faster than truth, I want to take a moment to speak about the woman I know, the woman I love, and the…

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US Issues Visa Restrictions on Nigerians Linked to Religious Persecution

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The United States government has announced new visa restrictions targeting Nigerians involved in the violation of religious freedom, with the measures potentially extending to their immediate family members. In a statement released Wednesday and titled “Combating Egregious Anti-Christian Violence in Nigeria and Globally,” the U.S. Department of State said the policy is a direct response to persistent attacks and mass killings of Christians in Nigeria by radical Islamic terrorists, Fulani militias, and other violent groups. According to the statement, the restrictions fall under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the U.S. Immigration and…

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Kidnapped Kwara Monarch Still in Captivity, Family Debunks Rescue Claims

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The royal family of Bayagan-Ile community in Ifelodun Local Council of Kwara State has dismissed reports that their monarch, Oba Kamilu Salami, has been freed from captivity, insisting he remains in the custody of his abductors. Spokesperson for the family, Rafiu Lawal, said late Tuesday that contrary to widespread rumours, the traditional ruler has not been rescued by local hunters. “I wish to formally address and debunk the false information circulating across various media houses and social media platforms, claiming that our monarch, Kamilu Salami, has been rescued,” Lawal said.…

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Serial child molester re-arrested in Lagos…as Inclusive Social Welfare foundation seeks justice for victim

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The Inclusive Social Welfare and Empowerment Foundation has raised alarm over the repeated sexual abuse of young boys in the Mile 12–Ketu area of Lagos, following the arrest of a 35-year-old man, Ali Umar, who was caught molesting a 12-year-old boy. The foundation said it became aware of the situation during an outreach in the community, where residents revealed that Umar, who lives at 12 Adebimpe Street, Kosofe, had been previously caught abusing young boys. According to the community, he allegedly groomed victims by promising to buy them mobile phones,…

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Gunmen Abduct 5 Rivers State University Students, Kidnap 14 Passengers in Imo

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No fewer than 19 people were abducted on Monday in separate attacks across Rivers and Imo states, as insecurity worsened despite renewed federal efforts to curb violent crime nationwide. In Rivers State, five students of the Rivers State University (RSU) Emohua Satellite Campus were kidnapped in the early hours of Tuesday when gunmen suspected to be cultists stormed their off-campus residence in Emuoha, Emohua Local Government Area. The assailants reportedly shot and killed a security dog before whisking the students away at gunpoint. One student, who narrowly escaped, said he…

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Edo Assembly Summons 2Baba’s Wife, Natasha Over Alleged Misconduct

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The Edo State House of Assembly has summoned Hon. Natasha Irobosa, the member representing Egor Constituency and wife of music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, over allegations of misconduct. The invitation, issued on Tuesday, requires Irobosa to appear before the Assembly’s Ethics and Privileges Committee within one week. She is expected to explain her actions, which, according to the House, have brought undue attention and controversy to the Assembly. During plenary, Speaker Blessing Agbebaku expressed concern over the lawmaker’s conduct. “Hon. Natasha Irobosa has been summoned to appear…

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