Authorities have arrested a man for allegedly st@bbing a Nigerian national in Las Piñas City, Philippines.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the National Capital Region Police Office said.

The suspect was apprehended by police officers shortly after the incident following a chase by concerned citizens and responding authorities.

According to a report from the NCRPO, the st@bbing occurred at around 3:45 a.m. in Basa 1, Barangay Zapote.

The victim, an unidentified Nigerian national estimated to be between 30 and 40 years old, sustained st@b wounds to his lower left abdomen and left arm.

A witness told investigators that she was sorting recyclable materials when she heard a heated argument outside. Moments later, she heard someone say, “give me the money.” When she looked outside, she saw the victim grappling with two men,

The witness said the suspect allegedly st@bbed the victim on the right side of his body before fleeing with another suspect, identified only as “alias Lu Long,” who remains at large.

Despite being wounded, the victim reportedly chased the suspect and struggled with him again, but the suspect managed to escape.

Nigeria Ranked Fifth-Best English-Speaking Country in Africa, 29th Globally – EF Index Reports High Proficiency Score

Nigeria has been ranked 29th globally and fifth in Africa for English proficiency, according to the English Proficiency Index (EF Index). The ranking is based on tests conducted on 2.2 million adults across 123 countries and regions.

On the African continent, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Zambia ranked ahead of Nigeria. Globally, countries like the Philippines, Argentina, Serbia, Malaysia, and Finland outperformed Nigeria.

The report comes after previous controversies, including a 2022 petition on Change.org urging foreign institutions to stop demanding IELTS tests from Nigerians, arguing that English is the primary language of instruction in the country. Nigerians often face such tests when applying to study abroad, despite exemptions granted to other Anglophone countries.

The EF Index ranking underscores Nigeria’s strong English language skills while highlighting ongoing discussions about international recognition and language testing standards.

New Year 2026: First 10 Countries to Welcome the Year, Led by Kiribati

Kiribati was the first country to enter 2026, with Kiritimati Atoll marking the earliest celebrations. Following Kiribati, New Zealand and Australia welcomed the New Year with fireworks and public events. Asian countries including Japan, South Korea, China, the Philippines, Thailand, India, and Pakistan completed the list of the first ten nations to cross into 2026, each observing local traditions, countdowns, and cultural festivities. Time zone differences caused this staggered global celebration, moving from the Pacific westward toward Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

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NDLEA Secures Court Order to Detain MV San Antonio, Crew Over 25.5kg Cocaine Shipment from Brazil

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has obtained a Federal High Court order to detain the foreign vessel MV San Antonio, its captain, and 20 crew members following the seizure of 25.5 kilograms of cocaine at Apapa Seaport, Lagos. The vessel, arriving from Brazil, was found carrying the drugs concealed inside its cargo hatch. Crew members from Russia, the Philippines, Ukraine, and Azerbaijan were arrested. The court granted the detention for 14 days pending further investigation and prosecution. NDLEA Chairman Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.) emphasized that Nigeria remains hostile to drug trafficking and praised officers for their professionalism and vigilance.

Mass Deportation: Nigeria deports over 50 foreigners for internet fraud, others.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has deported 51 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism, internet fraud, and related financial crimes back to their home countries, marking the completion of a large-scale repatriation exercise that involved a total of 192 convicts.

According to official sources, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) coordinated the deportations in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), in line with court directives and immigration protocols.

The deported convicts include citizens of China, the Philippines, Tunisia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Timor-Leste. They were expelled in coordinated phases between August and mid-October 2025, following their conviction by the Federal High Court in Lagos on charges bordering on cybercrime, money laundering, and Ponzi scheme operations.

The crackdown originated from a major sting operation conducted by the EFCC on December 10, 2024, at Oyin Jolayemi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, which led to the arrest of 759 suspects.

The first batch of 42 convicts primarily Chinese and Filipino nationals was deported on August 15, 2025, while the final group of 51, including 50 Chinese citizens and one Tunisian, was repatriated on October 16, 2025.

Investigations revealed that the convicts were part of a sophisticated cybercrime and Ponzi network operating under Genting International Co. Limited, where they allegedly trained recruits and managed fraudulent digital platforms targeting victims both locally and abroad.

The deportation, authorities said, brings the multi-agency cybercrime crackdown to a decisive close and reinforces Nigeria’s commitment to fighting transnational digital fraud and financial crimes.

21 Foreign Hackers Fined ₦1 Million Each, Ordered to Leave Nigeria

Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has convicted 21 foreign nationals for cybercrime, fining each ₦1 million. They are required to pay the fines and leave Nigeria within six working days. The convicts, from countries including China, Indonesia, Brazil, and the Philippines, were charged with unlawful access to computer networks, money laundering, and overstaying business permits. All gadgets used in the crimes were forfeited to the Federal Government.

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21 Foreign Hackers Fined ₦1 Million Each, Ordered to Leave Nigeria

Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has convicted and fined 21 foreign nationals ₦1 million each for cybercrime offenses. The defendants, who entered plea bargains with the Nigeria Police Force, were ordered to pay the fines before their release and to depart Nigeria within six working days.

The convicts, from countries including China, Indonesia, Brazil, and the Philippines, were charged with unlawful access to computer networks, money laundering, and overstaying business permits. All gadgets used in the crimes were forfeited to the Federal Government.

These 21 are part of a larger group of 109 foreign suspects facing similar charges, with the trial for the remaining defendants scheduled for October 22 and 23.