In a significant development in the investigation into the tragic murder of six police officers in Delta State, the Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of eight individuals believed to be…
Category: Crimewatch
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Gangsters Launch Brazen Attack on Neni Police Station, Anaocha LG Headquarters
In a daring and alarming incident, a group of approximately 30 gangsters launched a coordinated assault on the Neni Police Station and the Anaocha local government headquarters in Anambra State in the…
IPOB & bandits use crowdfunding and betting platforms to fund terrorism – NFIU
The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has raised concerns about the utilization of crowd-funding, betting platforms, and online transfers by terror organizations to finance their activities. In a recent newsletter issued by…
Binance Africa Manager Escapes Custody, Sparks Investigation by National Security
In a startling turn of events, the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has confirmed the escape of Nadeem Anjarwalla, the regional manager for Africa at Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange…
Nigerian Army opened fire, killed more than 50 villagers – Fleeing residents
Tragedy Unfolds in Delta State: Okuama Community Ravaged Amidst Military Clash In a chilling turn of events, the peaceful tranquility of Okuama community in Delta State was shattered by a sudden clash…
Tragedy in Delta State: Okuama Community Razed Following Killing of Soldiers
In a shocking turn of events, the Okuama community in the Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State has been left in ruins, with reports indicating that the devastating fire may…
Kidnappers Target UNTH: Deputy Director, Security Man Abducted
In yet another alarming incident, armed hoodlums suspected to be kidnappers launched an attack on the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) in Ituku Ozalla, Enugu State, on Tuesday morning. This recent…
Nigeria Customs Thwart Attempted Smuggling of Yam, Contraband Goods via Waterways
In a significant operation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Eastern Marine Command (EMC), successfully intercepted three truckloads of yam tubers and assorted items intended for illegal exportation through the waterways of Isaka…
Bandits Abduct Over 200 Students, Teachers in Kaduna School Attack
In a brazen and horrifying attack, bandits targeted the Kuriga community in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Thursday morning, kidnapping more than 200 students, including teachers, at the LEA…
EFCC, JTF Joint Operation Nets 115 Suspected Currency Racketeers in Enugu, Recovers Millions
In a collaborative operation, the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) joined forces with a Joint Task Force (JTF) comprising teams from the Nigeria Police Force and…
Major Breakthrough: Notorious Bandit, Boderi Isyaku, Neutralized in Kaduna State
In a significant victory for security forces in Kaduna State, the notorious bandit, insurgent, and ruthless killer, Boderi Isyaku, has been neutralized in a gun duel along with some of his fighters….
EFCC Nabs 33 Individuals, Including 14 FUTA Students, for Alleged Internet Fraud
In a major crackdown on suspected internet fraud, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 33 individuals, including 14 undergraduates from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). The arrests…
Illegal Arms Factory Uncovered in Plateau State, Nigeria
In a significant move against criminal activities in Plateau State, troops from Operation SAFE HAVEN under HAKORIN DAMISA IV discovered an illicit weapons manufacturing facility during a clearance operation in Pakachi Village,…
CBN Staff , Accomplices Wanted by FG for $6.2 Million Theft , Forging Buhari’s Signature
In a significant development, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Odoh Ocheme, a Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) staff, and two others wanted for their alleged involvement in a high-profile…
IPOB’s ESN Suspected in Imo Correctional Service Attack: Police Launch Manhunt
In a shocking turn of events, the Okigwe Correctional Service in Imo State fell victim to an attack believed to be orchestrated by the Eastern Security Network (ESN), the security arm of…
EFCC Declares Emefiele’s Wife,Three Others Wanted Over Alleged Financial Crimes
In a dramatic development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared Mrs. Emefiele, the wife of the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, along with three…
EFCC Establishes Task Force to Tackle Dollarization, Currency Mutilation
In a proactive move to curb illegal dollar transactions and safeguard the stability of the local currency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has established a specialized team consisting of 7,000…
EFCC Nabs Pastor Over N1.3 Billion Fake Grants, Money Laundering
The General Overseer of Faith On The Rock Ministry International, Apostle Theophilus Oloche Ebonyi, has been apprehended by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving fake…
EFCC Recovers Over N30 Billion in Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs Money Laundering Probe
In a significant breakthrough, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly reclaimed over N30 billion linked to the alleged money laundering activities in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. The funds…
EFCC Seeks Arrest Warrant for Ex-NDDC Executive over Alleged N3.6bn Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is intensifying efforts to ensure the presence of Tuoyo Omatsuli, a former Executive Director on Projects at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), at his…