Category: Crime

Diplomatic Clarity: China Distances Itself from Illegal Mining Activities

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The Federation of China Mining Federation of Nigeria has debunked reports alleging that Chinese mining companies are infiltrating Nigeria’s solid minerals sector and engaging in illegal activities, describing the claims as false and misleading, restating its commitment to Lawful Mining in Nigeria. This was contained in a statement issued by the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria on Tuesday, December 23, the federation said it had observed the recirculation of media reports alleging some Chinese nationals of illegal mining, seizure of critical mineral resources, environmental damage, and even fuelling terrorist activities in…

“No More Labels: FG Declares Bandits are Terrorists”

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In a major policy shift, the Federal Government has declared that all bandits, armed men, and kidnappers will be classified and treated as terrorists. Speaking on Monday, December 22, during his 2025 year-end briefing, Information Minister Mohammed Idris said the administration is moving past what it calls “ambiguous nomenclature,” ensuring a clearer and more forceful response to internal security threats. The Minister said the administration of President Bola Tinubu would no longer tolerate insecurity under any guise, warning that any individual or group that terrorises Nigerians would be dealt with…

NDLEA Arrests Female Lagos Drug Kingpin; 23.5kg Cocaine Stashed in Kids’ Room

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……. Agency Intercepts Italy-Bound Opioids, Nabs Businessman and Beninoise National in Raids In its relentless mission to purge Nigeria of narcotics, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dealt a decisive blow to a persistent cocaine trafficking syndicate. Barely twenty months after the high-profile arrest of cartel leaders Bolanle Lookman Dauda and Olayinka Toheebat Dauda across Lagos and Ogun—resulting in multi-billion-naira seizures—operatives have apprehended another key figure who had been a fugitive since May 2024. Shodunke Yetunde Simbiat, a high-ranking member of the syndicate, was nabbed at her Lagos…

Oil Sector Shake-up: NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed Quits Amid Corruption Allegations …….. President Tinubu accepts resignation and swiftly names a successor following explosive claims of economic sabotage

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Farouk Ahmed, the chief executive officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), has resigned following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu, on Wednesday, December 17, invited Ahmed to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, over the ongoing allegations of economic sabotage and corruption. Recall, on Monday, December 15, Dangote had alleged that Ahmed Farouk “paid $5 million” to a Swiss secondary school for his children’s education, describing the act as “economic sabotage and corruption”.

Brazil Cocaine Bust: Vessel Seized, 21 Detained as NDLEA Intensifies Port Crackdown

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…. .. “Nigeria will not be your foothold,” Marwa warns global cartels, following a court-ordered 14-day detention of the merchant ship A Federal High Court order has authorized the NDLEA to detain the MV San Antonio and 21 crew members after a 25.5kg cocaine shipment from Brazil was intercepted at the Apapa seaport. The discovery, made on December 6, 2025, followed a precise intelligence-led raid. With the vessel now under guard, its international crew—including the captain and sailors from Russia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and the Philippines—is being held as the agency…

Nigerian Man Faces FBI Charges for Visa Overstay, Assault

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A Nigerian national, Oluwadamilola Ogooluwa Bamigboye, has been arrested by the FBI and faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting a federal agent and evading arrest during an immigration enforcement operation. The two defendants, Oluwadamilola Bamigboye and Rekeya Frazier, were arraigned in federal court today on charges of assaulting a federal officer. On December 10, HSI agents went to Bamigboye’s apartment in Plymouth, Minnesota, to apprehend him in connection with an alleged student visa overstay. The reported incident occurred during this operation. HSI agents arrived at the scene and, according to…

End of “Miracle Centers”? FG Blocks SS3 Transfers to Uphold Exam Standards

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The Federal Ministry of Education has imposed an immediate ban on student transfers into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) classes across all public and private secondary schools nationwide, effective from the 2026/2027 academic year. This major policy shift was officially communicated in a statement released on Sunday, December 14, signed by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade. The new policy is believed to be a crucial step in addressing the “increasing incidence of examination malpractice” that continues to undermine the integrity of Nigeria’s education system, ultimately…

NDLEA Busts Major Drug, Seizes US, Canada-Bound Opioids. ……………….Operatives arrest fleeing ‘bandits’ drug supplier’ Gamboli in Niger; uncover clandestine codeine factory in Abia and arrest a woman and son over 1,187kg skunk seizure in Ondo

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Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested 33-year-old Mohammed Sani, alias Gamboli, a notorious supplier of illicit drugs to bandits operating in Shiroro LGA of Niger State. Gamboli, who initially evaded capture three weeks ago, was apprehended in his hideout following actionable intelligence regarding his drug activities. In a statement released on Sunday, December 14, the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, confirmed the details of the operation. However, NDLEA operatives first raided Gamboli’s residence at Anguwan Makera, Kuta, on November 20, 2025, where…

”Two US soldiers and interpreter killed by IS gunman in Syria, US military says”—BBC

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According to the BBC Breaking News, ” Two US soldiers and a US civilian interpreter have been killed in Syria in an ambush by a lone Islamic State gunman, the US military has said. ” Three other service members were injured in the attack, during which the gunman was “engaged and killed”.According to the BBC, ” the identities of those killed are being withheld for 24 hours until their next of kin have been informed. ”Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, said: “Let it be known, if you target Americans – anywhere…

Massive Hiring Drive: Police Service Commission Opens Portal for 50,000 Constables

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The Police Service Commission (PSC) has initiated the recruitment process for 50,000 new constables into the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). This process is driven by President Tinubu’s directive to prioritize citizen-focused policing and bolster internal security. Torty Kalu, the Commission’s Head of Protocol and Public Affairs, officially announced on Thursday that the recruitment portal will be active from December 15, 2025, to January 25, 2026. Kalu hailed the approval of the recruitment exercise as a significant stride in boosting police manpower. He emphasized the Commission’s unwavering commitment to a process…