Crime Archives - Page 10 of 67

Jan

27

2025

Kaduna Governor Defends Peace Pact with Terrorists: “Preserving Lives is My Top Priority”

Metro, NewsBandits, Boko Haram, Crime, Freedom, Kano State

Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has defended his administration's decision to enter a peace pact with terrorists in the state, prioritizing the preservation of lives and peace. In an interview with BBC Hausa Service, Governor Sani clarified that the decision followed six months of dialogue and did not involve any payment to the terrorists. The governor emphasized that his administration did not offer any monetary incentives to secure the agreement, stating, "Not even one Naira was given to them." Instead, the peace pact was facilitated with the support of traditional rulers and religious leaders, who played a vital role during…

Jan

25

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Anambra State Cracks Down On Crime: Government Demolishes Hotel Used as Kidnappers’ Hideout

Lifestyle, Metro, NewsAnambra State, Crime, Metro

The Anambra State Government has taken a bold step to ensure citizens' safety by demolishing a hotel used as a hideout by kidnappers. The hotel, Udoka Golden Point Hotel and Suites, also known as "La Cruise Hotel," was located along the Onitsha-Owerri Road in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area. This move is part of Operation Udo Ga Achị, an initiative launched by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to tackle insecurity in the state. The operation, backed by the Agụnaehemba security network, aims to flush out criminal elements and restore peace to communities across Anambra. The government has made it clear that…

Jan

22

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Former Deputy Senate President’s Wife Returns to Nigeria After UK Prison Release

Health, Lifestyle, NewsCrime, Health, Ike Ekweremmadu

Beatrice Ekweremadu, the wife of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, has returned to Nigeria after being released from a UK prison. She was sentenced to six years in prison for her involvement in a plot to harvest a young Nigerian man's kidney for their daughter, Sonia, who needed a transplant. Beatrice and her husband were convicted under the UK's Modern Slavery Act, with Ike receiving a 10-year sentence. The case sparked widespread debate about the ethics of organ donation and the desperation of families dealing with life-threatening illnesses. Beatrice's release and return to Nigeria have been met with celebration…

Jan

15

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Nigerian Police Accused of Cover-Up in Grisly Murder of Woman Allegedly Beheaded by Gospel Singer

Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionCrime, Metro, Opinion, RIP

The family of the woman allegedly beheaded by gospel singer Timileyin Ajayi has raised alarm over an alleged cover-up by the Nigerian Police. The family claims that the police are attempting to downplay the severity of the crime and conceal the true circumstances surrounding the murder. According to Sahara Reporters, the victim's family has disputed the police's claim that the deceased was the suspect's girlfriend. They insist that the police are intentionally distorting facts to protect the accused killer. The gruesome murder, which sent shockwaves through the community, has sparked widespread outrage and demands for justice. The family is calling…

Jan

15

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Boko Haram Terrorists Launch Devastating Attack on Chibok Again, Leaving Trail of Death, Destruction

Metro, NewsBoko Haram, Borno state, Crime, Metro

In a horrific incident, Boko Haram terrorists have struck again in Chibok, Borno State, leaving many dead, houses burnt, and a church destroyed. According to reports, the terrorists launched a surprise attack on the community, unleashing violence and chaos on the residents. The attack resulted in significant loss of life, with many more injured. The terrorists also set fire to numerous houses, leaving many families without shelter. A church was also torched, symbolizing the group's blatant disregard for human life and religious freedom. This latest attack on Chibok is a stark reminder of the ongoing insecurity plaguing Nigeria's northeastern region.…