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- Cross-border Crimes , News
- October 26, 2025
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Nigerian man, accomplice sentenced to life imprisonment for murder in UK
A Nigerian man, Lekan Akinsoji and accomplice Sundjata Keita, both 27 and from Forest Gate, have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the fatal stabbing of 21-year-old Ahmed Deen-Jah in east London.
Despite restraining court order, Lagos demolishes over 70 houses in Oworonshoki
Confusion and outrage yesterday enveloped the Oworonshoki community in Lagos after more than 70 residential buildings were demolished at Ajileru, Ososa Extension, and Toluwalase Streets — barely days after…
Lagos begins demolition of illegal buildings at trade fair complex
The Lagos State Government on Thursday moved to demolish illegal and unsafe structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo, in a bid to restore order and enforce physical…
Police arrest ‘Obi of Lagos’, foil installation
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 65-year-old man, Chibuike Azubike, for allegedly parading himself as the “Obi of Lagos.” He was apprehended alongside three alleged accomplices while…
Anambra, Lagos lead in UTME malpractices
Data obtained from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has revealed that Anambra and Lagos states have the majority among the 80 suspects being interrogated by the police for…
12 rescued as death toll from Lagos building collapse rises to five
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) says the death toll from the building collapse in the Ojodu-Berger area has increased to five. The three-storey building, located at 9&10…
Many trapped as building collapses in Lagos
A multi-storey structure located on Oremeta Street in the Ojodu-Berger axis of Lagos State collapsed on Saturday morning, trapping an unspecified number of people beneath the debris. The ill-fated…
Hundreds of Boko Haram suspects arrested in Lagos — CJTF
Hundreds of suspected Boko Haram members have been arrested in Lagos State, the Commander of the Civilian Joint Task Force in Lagos, Mr Kumar Sanda, has disclosed. Kumar made…
15 injured as gas leakage from shop sparks explosion in Lagos
A gas explosion that occurred in the Ijora Badia area in Apapa LGA of Lagos has injured at least 15 persons. The explosion, which happened late Sunday, was ignited…
Passengers injured as LAGFERRY boat catches fire at Ikorodu terminal
A boat belonging to the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) burst into flames on Thursday morning at the Ipakodo terminal in Ikorodu. The boat was conveying 19 passengers to the…
- Human Rights
- March 16, 2025
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NYSC officials threatening me for criticizing Tinubu’s govt – Corps Member
A serving corps member in Lagos state has raised an alarm after allegedly receiving threatening messages. This followed her viral video criticizing the Tinubu’s government over rising inflation and…
Woman jumps off Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, dies
A yet-to-be-identified lady died after jumping off the Third Mainland Bridge into the Lagos lagoon. Benjamin Hundeyin, the police spokesperson in the state, confirmed the incident to TheCable on…
Lagos lawmakers reject Obasa, insist Meranda remains speaker
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the parliament. Speaking with journalists at the assembly complex on Thursday, the lawmakers…
85 Nigerian deportees arrive Lagos from US today
The United States has commenced deportation proceedings for Nigerian nationals, with 85 individuals set to arrive in Lagos, while 116 others remain in detention. The Federal Government, through the…
