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Nigeria

Police Arrest Activist Sowore at Abuja Court Premises

Activist and politician Omoyele Sowore was arrested by armed policemen on Thursday within the premises of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The arrest occurred shortly after he attended a court session in solidarity with the detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu. Police officers stated they were acting on the instructions of the Commissioner of Police and took him to the FCT Police Command. The Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, later explained that the arrest was linked to a protest Sowore led on Monday. Hundeyin stated that Sowore was arrested as the alleged leader of the protest to ensure "fairness," as others involved had already been charged. He assured that Sowore would be arraigned quickly and not detained beyond the legal limit. Sowore's lawyer condemned the arrest, calling it a mockery of the judicial system.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 23, 2025

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Nigeria

Police Arrest 6 Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue 3 in Bauchi

he Bauchi State Police Command has arrested six suspected kidnappers and rescued three abducted victims in the Toro local government area. According to a police statement, the operation was launched on September 29th after a distress call about an attack in Euga Village. A combined team of police and local security partners tracked the suspects to the outskirts of the village, engaged them, and successfully rescued the three male victims unharmed. The rescued individuals have been reunited with their families. The six suspects are currently in custody and are providing information to investigators before being charged to court. The State Commissioner of Police reaffirmed the command's commitment to public safety and urged citizens to continue providing timely information to security agencies.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 15, 2025

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international

Interpol Arrests Wanted Nigerian Fraud Suspect in Argentina

A Nigerian man, identified as Ikechukwu N., has been arrested in Argentina by Interpol for allegedly leading an international cybercrime network. The suspect was wanted for orchestrating multiple romance scams that targeted thousands of women. His arrest was part of "Operation Jackal," a global initiative targeting organized criminal groups from West Africa. Interpol confirmed this is Argentina's first arrest of a fugitive who was the subject of both a Red Notice and a new "Silver Notice," a pilot project aimed at helping countries trace and recover criminal assets. This arrest is part of an ongoing international crackdown on West African cybercrime syndicates, which have been involved in similar large-scale romance fraud schemes across the world.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 9, 2025

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Ahafo

EOCO arrests Liberal Party of Ghana leader Kofi Akpaloo

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has reportedly arrested Percival Kofi Akpaloo, leader of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG). Mr. Akpaloo was taken into custody on the morning of Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Details surrounding the arrest remain limited. Further updates are expected.

Ahmad September 3, 2025

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Nigeria

Police Arrest Suspected Cultist for Rape Attempt in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested a notorious cultist and armed robbery suspect, Happiness Alphonsus Iseyen, for allegedly attempting to defile a teenager. The 26-year-old suspect, a resident of Ini Local Government Area, was apprehended on August 28, 2025, following a tip-off from a concerned citizen. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, detectives acted swiftly after receiving information on August 27, 2025. The suspect was tracked down and arrested around 1:40 PM. During a search, a locally-fabricated gun with one live cartridge was recovered from Iseyen's possession. In addition to the defilement charge, the suspect is also linked to a series of armed robbery incidents. The police are continuing their investigation to arrest other members of the gang and recover any additional weapons. DSP John emphasized the police's ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of Akwa […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA August 30, 2025

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Greater Accra

NACOC Arrests 56-Year-Old Nigerian in $2M Drug Bust

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested 56-year-old Nigerian national, Uchechukwu Chima, in a major drug bust on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Oyarifa, a suburb of Accra. The arrest followed an intelligence-led operation that uncovered a substantial quantity of narcotics at the suspect’s hideout.During the search, NACOC agents discovered substances suspected to be narcotics. Field tests later confirmed the substances were cocaine and heroin. The total weight of the drugs seized amounted to approximately 192 kg of cocaine and 0.42 kg of heroin, with an estimated street value of US$2.1 million.NACOC stated that Chima has been a long-time target of their investigations and is believed to have been involved in previous drug seizures. The Commission emphasized that this operation has prevented a large quantity of dangerous drugs from reaching the streets, potentially saving many lives from drug abuse.NACOC reaffirms […]

Edem 4Style March 20, 2025

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ASHANTI

Police Arrest Three for Attacking Journalist at Mining Site.

The Ghana Police Service has arrested three individuals suspected of being involved in the violent attack on a journalist and his crew at a mining site in the Ashanti Region. The incident took place when the journalist, Erastus Asare Donkor of JoyNews, was reporting on illegal mining activities in the area. The attackers, allegedly linked to the mining operators, confronted the team, resulting in injuries and damage to equipment.The police, acting on swift intelligence, tracked down the suspects, who are now in custody and will face charges of assault and destruction of property. The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) and various human rights groups have condemned the attack, calling for swift justice to protect press freedom in the country.Authorities are continuing investigations to identify and prosecute others involved in the assault, reaffirming their commitment to safeguarding the rights of journalists to […]

Edem 4Style October 24, 2024

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SAVANNAH

Serial Thief Nabbed After Stealing Toffees in Damongo.

A 24-year-old man, identified as Samson, was caught by community watch volunteers in Damongo, Savannah Region, after breaking into a provision store and stealing toffees. Known for multiple thefts in the area, Samson was finally apprehended when he entered the store through the ceiling. He admitted to the crime, revealing that his accomplice escaped. Samson explained that he stole the toffees because he couldn't find what he originally intended to take. He is now in police custody awaiting further investigation.

Edem 4Style October 5, 2024

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