In a shocking act of domestic violence, the Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man, Safiyanu Dalhatu, for allegedly killing his mother, Salama Abdullahi, by striking her with a pestle. The gruesome incident, which occurred in the Abujan Kwata area of Bauchi metropolis, has sent shockwaves through the community. Eyewitnesses recounted the horrifyingContinueContinue reading “Tragedy in Bauchi: 20-Year-Old Man Arrested for Bludgeoning Mother to Death”
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Fake Prophet Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Raping 13-Year-Old Girl in Ekiti
In a landmark judgment that underscores the fight against sexual violence in Nigeria, a self-proclaimed prophet has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the heinous assault of a 13-year-old girl in Ekiti State.The shocking case, which has sparked widespread outrage, was announced by Nigerian Stories on its official X handle. According to reports, the convictContinueContinue reading “Fake Prophet Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Raping 13-Year-Old Girl in Ekiti”
Tragedy in Bauchi: Businessman Arrested for Allegedly Beating Wife to Death Over Ramadan Meal Dispute
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 50-year-old businessman, Alhaji Nuru Isah, for allegedly beating his second wife to death over a dispute concerning food ingredients and fruits meant for breaking the Ramadan fast.The shocking incident, which occurred in the Fadamam Mada area of the state, has sparked widespread outrage and renewed discussions onContinueContinue reading “Tragedy in Bauchi: Businessman Arrested for Allegedly Beating Wife to Death Over Ramadan Meal Dispute”
Foreign Cybercrime Syndicates Expanding Operations in Nigeria, EFCC Chairman Raises Alarm
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has sounded the alarm over the increasing infiltration of Nigeria by foreign fraud syndicates, revealing that these groups are setting up cybercrime cells across the country and luring young Nigerians into sophisticated financial crimes, including cryptocurrency-related fraud.Olukoyede made these revelations on Wednesday,ContinueContinue reading “Foreign Cybercrime Syndicates Expanding Operations in Nigeria, EFCC Chairman Raises Alarm”
From Petty Theft to Prison: Ogun Magistrate Court Jails 21-Year-Old for Stealing a Fowl
In a rather unusual twist of justice, a Magistrate’s Court sitting in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, has sentenced a 21-year-old man, Adebanjo Segun, to six months imprisonment for stealing a fowl.The news, which was shared via Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, has sparked reactions from the public, with many questioning the severity of the punishment forContinueContinue reading “From Petty Theft to Prison: Ogun Magistrate Court Jails 21-Year-Old for Stealing a Fowl”
Betrayal of Trust: Ekiti Court Sentences Two Teachers to 44 Years for Raping Their Students
In a landmark judgment against sexual violence in schools, the Ekiti State High Court in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced two teachers, Gbenga Ajibola (43) and Olaofe Ayodele (52), to a total of 44 years in prison for the raped of two female students, aged 15 and 17.Delivering the verdict on Tuesday, Justice Adeniyi Familoni imposed aContinueContinue reading “Betrayal of Trust: Ekiti Court Sentences Two Teachers to 44 Years for Raping Their Students”
Lagos Police Nab Suspect for Brutal Stabbing of Uber Driver, Car Theft
In a swift operation, the Lagos State Police Command has apprehended a suspect accused of viciously stabbing an Uber driver and making away with his vehicle.The police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest on Monday, revealing that the horrifying incident took place on Saturday at approximately 7:34 p.m. at Ile-Zik, Agege.According to reports, the UberContinueContinue reading “Lagos Police Nab Suspect for Brutal Stabbing of Uber Driver, Car Theft”
Tragic End: 23-Year-Old Man Arrested for Allegedly Beating Girlfriend to Death in Lagos
In a shocking incident that has left the Ijedodo community in Lagos State in mourning, a 25-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death by her 23-year-old boyfriend, Gbolahan Adebayo. The tragic event unfolded late on Friday, February 21, but only came to light in the early hours of Sunday, February 23, when Adebayo’s desperate criesContinueContinue reading “Tragic End: 23-Year-Old Man Arrested for Allegedly Beating Girlfriend to Death in Lagos”
Armed Robbery and Violence: Adamawa Police Arrest Man for Snatching Phone, Stabbing Victim
The Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended a suspect, Usman Abubakar of Shuware Ward, Mubi North Local Government Area, for allegedly robbing a resident of her mobile phone and violently attacking her with a sharp object.In a statement issued on Monday, the police confirmed that the arrest took place on Sunday, February 23, 2025, followingContinueContinue reading “Armed Robbery and Violence: Adamawa Police Arrest Man for Snatching Phone, Stabbing Victim”
“Police Condemn Brutal Bullying of Student in Adamawa, Launch Investigation”
The Nigeria Police Force has strongly condemned the brutal bullying of a secondary school student in Adamawa State, emphasizing that such acts are criminal and inhumane.Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, took to his official X handle to declare that “bullying is wicked and criminal,” reinforcing the police’s zero-tolerance stance on such misconduct.FollowingContinueContinue reading ““Police Condemn Brutal Bullying of Student in Adamawa, Launch Investigation””
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