- Interpols Operation Red Card led to 306 arrests across seven African countries, targeting cyber-enabled scams such as mobile banking and investment fraud
- Nigeria recorded the highest number of arrests, with 130 suspects, including 113 foreign nationals, linked to large-scale online fraud operations
- Authorities seized 1,842 devices, along with vehicles, properties, and large sums of money, as part of efforts to dismantle cybercriminal networks
EFCC has taken tough measures to reduce the surging rate of Nigerians opting for cybercrime. Image: GettySource: Getty ImagesNigeria leads in arrests and seizuresThe EFCC, in its relentless effort to rein in crimes, has promised to be rewarding whistleblowers. Image: FB/Official EFCSource: FacebookRwanda, South Africa, and Zambia also targetedEFCC set to go after Yahoo boys in Nigeria
Not Sunday: Mudir Markaz announces another day for Eid-el-Fitr in Nigeria
Sheikh Muhammed Habibullah Adam Abdullah El-Ilory has declared Monday, March 31, 2025, as the official Eid-el-Fitr day for Nigerian Muslims, citing scientific and Islamic principles He emphasized that modern astronomical calculations confirm the new crescent will not be visible on March 29, making March 31 the first day of Shawwal Urging adherence to both scientific ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Edo tragedy: 16 hunters buried as govs move to stop counterattacks amid tension
Emotions ran high as 19 lynched hunters were buried in Uromi, Edo State, after being accused of kidnapping and burned alive by a mob Governor Monday Okpebholo and the Ojuromi of Uromi denounced the act, vowing justice and urging security agencies to prevent reprisals Amid fears of retaliation, northern leaders reassured citizens, tightened security, and ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Did Wike collapse in Abuja? FCT minister’s aide reacts to trending rumours
Lere Olayinka, media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has dismissed rumours that Wike collapsed and was flown to France for medical attention Reports making the rounds earlier on Friday claimed Wike suffered a partial stroke due to excessive alcohol consumption, but his spokesperson denied these assertions Olayinka released a key statement and asserted that ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
New moon sighted in Nigeria, Sunday is Eid-el-Fitr – Sultan declares
“BREAKING: The moon has been sighted in Nigeria today. Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Saad Abubakar, has announced that Eid al-Fitr for the year 1446/2025 will be celebrated tomorrow, Sunday, March 30, 2025.”‘” just had a conversation with a committee member at the palace who confirmed there is a positive sighting report, and His Eminence will ... Read more Continue reading here ▶
Teenager allegedly kills self over pregnancy in Benue
A 14-year-old secondary school student in Benue state named Nicknes Ayo has taken her own life Reports making the rounds on Saturday revealed that she killed herself after being pressured by her mother to disclose the identity of the person responsible for her pregnancy The spokesperson of the Benue state police command, Catherine Anene, is ... Read more Continue reading here ▶