Lagos Teachers Petition NUT Over Retired Treasurer’s Continued Stay in Office

Concerned Lagos teachers have petitioned the National President of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) over the continued tenure of National Treasurer Comrade Adesegun Ganiu Raheem, who retired from the Lagos State Teaching Service on July 16, 2025. Citing constitutional provisions, the petition demands his replacement and warns against violations with moral and legal consequences. Lawyers representing retired members also called for a forensic audit, suspension of the treasurer, and review of union properties, threatening to approach the National Industrial Court if their demands are ignored.

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The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to stronger collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the fight against illicit drugs. A high-level US delegation led by Philip Esch, the US Drug Enforcement Administration’s Liaison to AFRICOM, met with NDLEA Chairman, Brig-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), praising the agency’s leadership and effectiveness. Esch described the partnership between NDLEA and the US-DEA as vital to the US government and expressed confidence in continued cooperation following the renewal of Marwa’s tenure. Another delegate, James Elseth, commended NDLEA’s international outlook, noting that its operations in Nigeria also enhance global security. He disclosed that two major support projects, alongside training programmes, were already underway. In response, Marwa thanked AFRICOM for its sustained assistance, attributing NDLEA’s successes to international partnerships and the support of the Tinubu administration. He called for further assistance, particularly in airport scanning equipment, digital forensic tools, detection devices, laboratory facilities, and sniffer dogs, stressing the growing link between drug trafficking and terrorism.

Oyo Police Reveal How 12 Bandits Killed Five Forest Guards in Oloka Village Attack

The Oyo State Police Command has provided new details on the deadly attack on the National Forest Rangers’ Office in Oloka Village, Ikoyi-Ile, which resulted in the deaths of five forest guards on the night of January 6, 2026.

According to the police, around 11:30 p.m., approximately 12 armed assailants emerged from adjoining bushes and opened sporadic gunfire on the Rangers’ Office before fleeing the scene. The police clarified that the surrounding community was not targeted during the attack.

DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, stated that the Commissioner of Police, CP Femi Haruna, led security agency heads and the National Forest Rangers’ Commandant in conducting an on-the-spot assessment. The police reassured residents that swift deployment of operatives prevented further escalation.

Additional measures include reinforcing personnel, deploying intelligence officers, tactical teams, and mobile units to enhance surveillance, gather intelligence, and ensure rapid response. Investigations are ongoing, with preliminary leads already emerging, while the remains of the slain officers have been deposited and the crime scene forensically examined.

The Oyo Police Command called on residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information to aid investigations. The Commissioner of Police also expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police for his support, emphasizing the state’s commitment to protecting lives and property and bringing the attackers to justice.

Nigerian Military Dismantles Suspected Suicide Bombing Network in Adamawa, Arrests Eight Suspects, Seizes Explosives and Terrorist Logistics

The Nigerian military has announced the dismantling of a suspected suicide bombing network in Adamawa State, with the arrest of eight individuals linked to the recent Gamboru Market Mosque attack, according to Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI.

The arrests were made following intelligence-led cordon-and-search operations in the Yan Lemo area of Mubi South LGA. Among the eight suspects, two were identified as key facilitators who supplied materials for the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) used in the attack. Searches of their residences yielded cash, mobile phones, ID documents, ATM cards, jewellery, and other personal items, all undergoing forensic analysis.

In a related operation on January 4, troops intercepted 45 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (about 1,125 litres) in Mayo Nguli, Maiha LGA, suspected to be intended for terrorist activities. The suppliers escaped, and the petroleum products were secured.

All suspects remain in military custody for detailed interrogation to gather further intelligence before being handed over for ongoing investigations. The military emphasized that these operations are part of a broader effort to disrupt terrorist networks, dismantle supply chains, and prevent future attacks.

The military also urged the public to remain vigilant and continue cooperating with security agencies to strengthen security in the North East.

Lagos Government Confirms Casualties as Rescue Operations Continue After Christmas Eve Inferno at 25-Storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Lagos Island

The Lagos State Government has confirmed casualties following the Christmas Eve fire outbreak at the 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House (GNI) on Martins Street, Lagos Island, while rescue and recovery operations remain ongoing. In an official statement titled “RE: GNI House Fire” and signed by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, the government said emergency response teams were deployed immediately after the fire alarm was received.

According to the statement, first responders—including the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Lagos State Ambulance Services (LASAMBUS), security agencies, and other safety units—have remained on site, conducting systematic search, rescue, and forensic operations in line with international emergency response standards. The government said operations will continue until full recovery is completed.

Providing an update on casualties as of Thursday morning, the state government disclosed that eight males, including a firefighter, were rescued with varying degrees of injuries and taken to hospital. Three males and two females with minor injuries were treated at the scene and discharged. The government also confirmed that one adult female was recovered dead from the rubble, two adult males were extricated alive, while three other persons were burnt in the inferno.

The Lagos State Government expressed sympathy to families who lost loved ones and appealed to the public to remain calm, patient, and sensitive, urging residents to refrain from spreading unverified information that could heighten public anxiety or disrupt ongoing rescue efforts.

The clarification followed reports by SaharaReporters that several bodies were recovered from the collapsed section of the building as the fire continued to smoulder days after the incident, sparking fears that more victims could still be trapped beneath the debris. Eyewitness accounts described panic in the busy commercial area, with residents expressing concern over the prolonged fire and structural collapse that shook nearby buildings.

RULAAC Petitions Police IG Over Death Of Enugu Resident Nnamdi Chidi, Demands Independent And Transparent Probe

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, seeking an independent and transparent investigation into the death of Nnamdi Chidi in Agunese Mmaku Community, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State. The group said conflicting narratives surrounding the circumstances of Chidi’s death have raised serious concerns about police accountability, investigative integrity and public trust. RULAAC urged the police to authorise a fresh forensic and medical review, authenticate witness statements and audio-visual evidence, and examine the conduct of all police units involved to ensure justice, restore public confidence and prevent further communal tension.

Nigeria’s National Assembly Orders Re-Gazetting of Controversial 2025 Tax Laws Amid Public Outcry

In response to public concerns over discrepancies between the versions passed by lawmakers and those published in the Official Gazette, Nigeria’s National Assembly has directed the re-gazetting of four tax-related laws: the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025; Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025; Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025; and Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act, 2025. The move, described as a “forensic review,” aims to authenticate legislative records, correct discrepancies, and restore public confidence in parliamentary procedures. Officials insist it safeguards transparency without questioning legislative authority.

Tragedy in African Football as Burundian Midfielder Igiraneza Aimé Guéric Collapses and Dies on the Pitch Amid Allegations of Witchcraft Use

Tragedy struck Burundian football after second-division midfielder Igiraneza Aimé Guéric collapsed and died during a competitive league match, sparking widespread shock and controversy across the country. The incident occurred on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Ngaraga National Technical Centre, where Guéric was playing for Les Guêpiers du Lac against LLB Amasipiri Never Give Up.
Eyewitnesses reported that the player suddenly slumped on the pitch during the game and was given immediate medical attention before being rushed to the hospital. Despite the swift response, Guéric was confirmed dead on arrival, leaving teammates, officials, and fans devastated.
While the Burundi Football Federation (FFB) confirmed the footballer’s death in an official condolence statement, it did not disclose the cause of death. The federation expressed sympathy to the player’s family, his club, and the wider Burundian football community, urging calm and respect as the nation mourns.
However, the tragedy quickly became controversial following allegations by spectators who claimed that Guéric’s collapse was linked to a traditional witchcraft practice. According to reports circulating among fans and cited by some media outlets, the midfielder allegedly swallowed a coin taken from a charm or amulet hidden under his tongue—an act believed to provide spiritual advantage in football. It was claimed this action caused him to choke or collapse, ultimately leading to his death.
These allegations remain unconfirmed, with no official medical or forensic report released to support them. Notably, Guéric had reportedly denied previous accusations of using spiritual aids, despite claims that such practices remain common in parts of African football.
The incident has ignited a national conversation in Burundi about the dangers of using spiritual or mystical objects, often referred to as “gris-gris,” in sports. Reports indicate that the Burundi Football Federation has already placed a ban on such practices due to the risks they pose to players’ health and safety.
Football stakeholders, fans, and civil society groups have called for a thorough investigation into Guéric’s death to establish the true cause and prevent future tragedies. The case has also renewed discussions about superstition, player education, and the need for stronger medical and regulatory safeguards in African football, especially in lower divisions where resources are limited.
Guéric’s death adds to a troubling history of football-related tragedies on the continent and underscores the urgent need for awareness, professionalism, and player welfare reforms at all levels of the game.

Russian General Fanil Sarvarov Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack, Investigation Points to Possible Targeted Assassination

Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of operational training at the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, was killed in Moscow after an explosive device detonated under his vehicle. Authorities described the incident as a possible targeted assassination, with Sarvarov’s driver seriously injured in the blast. The Investigative Committee confirmed that forensic and technical analyses are ongoing to determine who was responsible. Some Russian officials have suggested Ukrainian intelligence may be involved, citing previous attacks allegedly carried out using explosives against Russian officials. Sarvarov, 56, was a career military officer with decades of experience, including counterterrorism operations in southern Russia and deployments in Syria. The assassination has raised security concerns amid a series of high-profile attacks in Russia, including the December bombing that killed Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov. Investigators continue to examine the device and surrounding circumstances to confirm motives and perpetrators.

FBI, Nigeria Police Arrest Lagos-Based Suspect Over Global Microsoft 365 Phishing Attack Targeting Corporations, Banks, Schools

The Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has arrested Lagos-based suspect Okitipi Samuel over a large-scale cyberattack that targeted Microsoft 365 users across multiple countries. Police said the operation involved a phishing toolkit known as Raccoon0365, used to create fake Microsoft login portals that harvested user credentials and enabled unauthorised access to corporate, financial, and educational email accounts. Digital forensic analysis and cryptocurrency tracing linked Samuel to the scheme, while two other arrested individuals were cleared as victims of identity theft. Authorities say Samuel will be charged under Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act as investigations continue.

Nigerian Man Shot Dead by South African Traffic Police
By Ezra Ukanwa, December 19, 2025

Victim: Osinakachukwu Onu, 37, a Nigerian national.

Incident: Shot dead on the N12 highway in Klerksdorp, North West Province, South Africa during a traffic operation.

Police Response: Four traffic officers, aged 25–36, were arrested; their firearms seized for forensic analysis.

Charges: The officers face murder and defeating the ends of justice.

Circumstances: Onu reportedly fled from the officers; his vehicle was found stalled across the highway.

Official Statement: North West Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General Ryno Naidoo, commended detectives for the swift response.

Context: This incident adds to previous cases of violence against Nigerians in South Africa, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.


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Tiger Base Impunity: Autopsy Reveals Imo Businessman Levi Opara Died From Shock, Starvation, Injuries In Police Custody

An autopsy report has contradicted police claims over the death of Imo businessman Levi Opara, revealing that the 49-year-old died from systemic shock caused by sepsis, starvation, and multiple injuries sustained while in detention at the notorious Tiger Base police facility. Conducted at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Owerri, the postmortem documented widespread bruises, lacerations, internal trauma, and an empty stomach, indicating prolonged physical abuse and neglect. Toxicology tests ruled out poisoning, while forensic findings confirmed severe systemic shock. Opara’s family has rejected police accounts of illness, insisting he was tortured and starved to death, and is demanding an independent investigation, suspension of implicated officers, and justice amid renewed outrage over alleged abuses at Tiger Base.

Retired General Claims COAS Attahiru Was Assassinated in 2021 Kaduna Plane Explosion, Not Accident

Retired Major General Danjuma Ali-Keffi has alleged that the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Ibrahim Attahiru, was deliberately assassinated in the 2021 aircraft explosion that killed him and 10 others near Kaduna Airport. Speaking publicly, Ali-Keffi claimed the aircraft did not crash but exploded mid-air and that injuries on the victims suggested an internal blast. He linked the incident to internal military hostility, corruption, sabotage, leaked intelligence, and Attahiru’s ongoing forensic audit of Army funds. The retired general also alleged operational compromises, terror-financing within the military, and unresolved irregularities around the still-unreleased accident investigation report. He insists Attahiru was targeted due to his anti-corruption stance and conflicts with powerful figures.

Kwara Police Arrest Kidnapping Kingpin After DSS Detains Doctor Treating Bandits

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a notorious kidnapping kingpin, Aliu Abubakar, just hours after the DSS detained a medical doctor accused of providing drugs and medical treatment to armed groups operating in the Kwara–Niger forest belt. Abubakar was apprehended at Oro-Ago Motor Park following community intelligence, with digital forensics reportedly revealing photos of him wielding an AK-47, posing with gang members, and displaying cash believed to be ransom proceeds.
The arrest is linked to an ongoing security sweep that recently intercepted ammunition couriers tied to the same network. Authorities say the coordinated crackdown is exposing the financial, logistical and medical support systems sustaining kidnapping operations in rural communities. The suspect is in custody and providing actionable intelligence expected to lead to more arrests.


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Imo Govt Seals Hotel, Mortuary Linked to Wanted Kidnap Kingpin After Decomposed Bodies Found

The Imo State Government has sealed a hotel and private mortuary allegedly used as criminal hideouts by wanted kidnap kingpin Stanley Morocco Oparaugo. A joint security operation led by CP Aboki Danjuma raided the facilities in Umuhu, Ngor-Okpala, uncovering severely decomposed bodies stored in unhygienic conditions, raising suspicions of organ-harvesting and other illegal activities. Forensic experts secured the scene while Oparaugo — now declared wanted — remains on the run. Authorities have deployed heightened security along the Owerri–Aba Expressway as the crackdown on kidnapping networks intensifies.

Security Guard Arrested for Murder of Retired Justice Okogwu in Delta, Names Accomplices

The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old security guard, Godwin Mngumi, for the alleged murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Asaba. Mngumi, who fled Anambra State after the incident, was tracked to Delta and arrested during an intelligence-led operation.
Police recovered the deceased's phone from him, and he confessed to committing the crime with two accomplices — Nnaji Obalum, who has also been arrested, and a third suspect still at large. Justice Okogwu was found dead in her home with her hands and legs tied. The case has been transferred to the SCID for further forensic investigation, as authorities vow to apprehend all involved.

Kenyan Police Arrest Three Nigerians Over Suspected Cyber Fraud.

Kenyan authorities have arrested three Nigerian nationals for alleged cyber fraud and immigration offences after residents reported suspicious activity in a rented apartment in Mwea, Kirinyaga County.

The suspects — Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwel — were arrested on 12 November 2025 in a joint operation by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and immigration officers in Mwaliko Estate, Ngurubani.

According to Streamline, the DCI said, “A well-coordinated multi-agency raid in Mwaliko Estate has blown the lid off a suspected cyber fraud ring operated by three Nigerian nationals.” 

The raid followed reports from residents about unusual movements and late-night activity in the apartment. Investigators recovered 21 phones, 79 SIM cards, a Dell laptop, and several credit cards believed to be linked to online fraud.

Authorities say the items suggest a network possibly involved in identity theft and financial scams.

Checks also showed the three were in Kenya illegally, with expired entry passes and no work permits. They claimed to be “running an online business,” but detectives are probing possible ties to wider cybercrime groups. “The three are currently cooling their heels in custody as investigators dig deeper into their network,” Streamline added.

The suspects remain in custody as forensic teams analyse the seized devices and trace possible links to other operations locally and abroad.

Their arrest comes amid a surge in cyber threats in Kenya. The Communications Authority recorded 2.54 billion incidents between January and March 2025, a major rise from late 2024. Many Kenyans have also fallen victim to phishing emails and fake text messages.

Kenya has strengthened penalties under the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act of 2018 and its 2025 amendment, which impose fines of up to KSh 20 million and jail terms of up to 10 years for major cyber offences.

UK-based Nigerian Man, One Other Jailed for Life Over 2017 East London Murder.

A UK-based Nigerian, Lekan Akinsoji, and Sundjata Keita of St Margaret’s Court have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the 2017 murder of Ahmed Deen-Jah in East London.

The pair, both 27, were convicted of murder on October 9 and sentenced on Friday at the Old Bailey, London’s Central Criminal Court.

“Lekan Akinsoji, 27, of no fixed address, and Sundjata Keita, 27, of St Margaret’s Court, E12, appeared at the Old Bailey on Friday, 24 October. They both received life sentences,” the UK police said in a statement.

“Mr Akinsoji was jailed for a minimum term of 28 years, while Keita received a minimum term of 22 years.”

Detective Superintendent Kelly Allen, who led the investigation, said, “I hope the long sentences provide some measure of closure to Ahmed’s family, who have waited almost a decade for justice.”

She added, “Akinsoji and Keita launched a cold-blooded and unprovoked attack. Worse still, they then sought to evade the law—and were able to do so until 2023, when damning forensic evidence came to light.”

The case dates back to April 2, 2017, when Deen-Jah was stabbed in a convenience store near Custom House station in Newham. Both men were initially arrested but later released due to lack of evidence.

A 2023 review uncovered fresh forensic findings and detailed phone analysis that placed Keita’s device in the car used for the killing. The vehicle was later discovered burned in Epping Forest.

According to police, “the court heard how Ahmed’s murder was a result of ‘tit for tat’ violence between gangs and that both men had been driving around the area in a stolen car, looking for people they suspected of being in a rival gang.”

“CCTV played in court showed Akinsoji ambushing Ahmed and following him into the shop before stabbing him,” police added.

We Have Already Submitted Your Documents To EFCC – CCB to Nyesom Wike.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has found himself embroiled in a fresh controversy over allegations of secret acquisition of multimillion-dollar properties in Florida, USA.

According to reports, Wike attempted to amend his asset declaration with the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) to include the properties, but was informed that his original declaration had already been forwarded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for thorough verification and investigation.

Sources close to the minister revealed that Wike was unsettled by the development, which could potentially lead to a forensic audit of his financial dealings. Investigations by some media outlets uncovered a pattern of concealment and alleged violations of Nigeria’s asset declaration laws by the minister. Records obtained showed that Wike acquired a $2 million mansion in Winter Springs, Florida, registered under the names of his wife, Justice Eberechi Wike, and their three children.

Further investigations revealed that three multimillion-dollar homes in affluent Florida communities were purchased covertly using cash transactions and swiftly transferred to their children via quitclaim deeds, executed by Wike’s wife. These transactions, spanning from 2021 to 2023, raised suspicions of attempts to keep assets beyond the regulatory grasp of Nigerian anti-corruption bodies.

The CCB informed Wike that his file had already been transmitted to the EFCC for verification, and the anti-graft agency is now conducting a forensic audit of Wike’s declarations, ownership details, and possible infractions. Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), advocacy groups, and international NGOs have launched campaigns demanding an exhaustive probe into Wike’s financial dealings, citing suspected diversion of public funds and illicit enrichment.

Wike’s camp has denied the allegations, dismissing them as politically motivated attacks. However, documentary evidence filed in US property registries tells a different story. An EFCC source said the minister is “playing with fire” and that the ongoing forensic financial investigations will uncover the truth. As the investigation unfolds, Wike’s reputation and future hang in the balance.

Alleged $4.5bn fraud: Emefiele’s phone forensic test stalled as EFCC, defence clash.

The forensic examination of a mobile phone central to the $4.5 billion alleged fraud trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has stalled following a sharp disagreement between the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the defence team over how to carry out the court-ordered test.

At the resumed hearing before Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Ikeja Special Offences Court on Tuesday, both parties traded accusations over who was responsible for the failure of the forensic process, which had been scheduled for September 24 and 25, 2025.

Emefiele, alongside his co-defendant, Henry Omoile, is facing a 19-count charge of alleged fraud, corruption, and abuse of office.

The EFCC had tendered an iPhone 12 containing WhatsApp messages as part of its evidence against the former apex bank chief.

The court had earlier ordered that the device, marked as “iPhone 2”, be subjected to a scientific forensic analysis by experts representing both sides to determine the authenticity of the WhatsApp conversations in dispute.

However, Emefiele’s lawyer, Olalekan Ojo, SAN, told the court that the exercise could not proceed because the EFCC repeatedly obstructed efforts to access the device.

According to him, despite the presence of representatives from the prosecution, the defence, and the court’s Registrar, the commission refused to produce the phone for examination.

Ojo said: “The first obstacle was that the EFCC insisted the device could not be fully exposed to the team.Then, on the second day, even when the Registrar clarified that your lordship’s order covered both the phone and its WhatsApp contents, the EFCC representatives refused to produce it when the Apple expert demanded it. We were told a categorical ‘No.’”