City crimes

EFCC Arrests Dubai-Bound Nigerian With 849 ATM Cards

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a Dubai-bound Nigerian, Yasir Salihu Abdullahi who had in his bag, 849 Automated Teller Machine cards of various Nigerian banks.

Mike Ezuruonye's Impersonator, Ekoh Noel convicted and jailed

Ekoh Noel who posed as nollywood actor Mike Ezuruonye and used his name to scam people on social media have been convicted and sentenced to one year in prison by the Federal High Court sitting in Benin City, Edo State.

We Will Ensure Alison-Madueke Face Justice - Magu

Magu stated this Ibadan, Oyo State, while fielding questions from journalists during his working visit to the Commission's zonal office in the ancient city.

General Overseer Defrauds Church Member N3.9 Million In Kwara

The General Overseer of CAC Freedom City Prophetic and Deliverance Ministry, Adeniyi James, in Ilorin, Kwara State, has been arrested by the Ilorin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), for allegedly defrauding

10 African cities with the highest crime index at the start of 2024

Per the index, the number of crimes committed in a certain area during a given period, often per capita per year, is measured as the crime rate in that area.

Internet fraudster bags six months in jail for £18,500 fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Benin Zonal Office, has secured the conviction of Eric Ogbemudia at the Federal High Court sitting in Benin City, Edo State.

Catholic nun arrested alongside 24 mafia suspects for alleged extortion and drug trafficking

The suspects were taken into custody as part of an investigation into the 'Ndrangheta mafia in the northern city of Brescia.

Today's Headlines: VeryDarkMan Released Hours After Police Arrest, Ekiti Govt Writes TCN, NERC

The Edo APC on Saturday accused Obaseki's administration of monumental corruption, calling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to investigate some top government officials of the state.

Billionaire businesswoman sentenced to death for embezzling $12 billion

The actions of Lan, 68, "have undermined people's trust in the leadership of the (communist) party and the state," a jury quoted by state media said during the trial, which took place in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon.

TODAY IN HISTORY: 260 People Onboard, Others On The Ground Killed During Fatal Plane Crash In US

On November 12, 2001, a deadly plane crash occurred in New York City, killing 265 people, including all 260 on board and five others on the ground.

Revealed: Checkout the Amount of Stolen Funds EFCC Recovered in Rivers in 1 Year

According to The Nation, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it has recovered over N2 billion stolen funds in Rivers State within the year.

Toni Kroos causes a big scandal in Germany after his retirement as he shoots migrants

It is worth noting that according to the latest figures published by the German federal government, foreign migrant suspects are responsible for almost 6 out of 10 violent crimes in Germany.

Elon Musk reveals Democrats 'scared' of Epstein and Diddy documents

In fact, Gates visited Epstein at least three times at Epstein's New York City townhouse, according to The Times.

Police arrest one-chance syndicate in Abuja, rescue victim, recover cash

According to the PPRO, investigations have revealed that on Thursday at about 11:30am, an unsuspecting innocent resident of the city, unfortunately, walked into the sneer of the suspected criminal elements.

The US town where residents are required by law to own a gun

After Morton Grove, Illinois, became the first US city to ban gun ownership, Kennesaw became the first city to require it, triggering national news headlines.

Singapore To Hang Two Drug Convicts Including A Woman

Singapore imposes the death penalty for certain crimes, including murder and some forms of kidnapping.

Top 10 African cities with the highest crime index mid-2024

Issues related to drugs, kidnappings, and violent crimes are prevalent in these areas. According to Numbeo's updated crime index report, six South African cities are among the top 10 cities with the highest crime index in mid-2024.

Russia detains Uzbek national over General's assassination in Moscow

A source from Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) told the newsmen that Kirillov was considered a "legitimate target," accusing him of war crimes and the use of banned chemical weapons.