Crimes
Latest Crime News, Police Investigations and Court Updates
Public safety and the rule of law are essential to every society. The Crimes section of Naija Daily News delivers accurate and responsible reporting on criminal investigations, law enforcement, court proceedings, and security developments across Nigeria.
Our coverage includes police operations, anti-corruption investigations, cybercrime, kidnapping, terrorism, financial crimes, organised crime, public safety issues, and major criminal cases before the courts. We are committed to factual reporting that prioritises accuracy, fairness, and context while avoiding unnecessary sensationalism.
- May 2025May 16, 2025
Police arrest suspected fake EFCC operatives for abducting, robbing students
By Deborah Nnamdi The Niger State Police Command has announced the arrest of three…
- May 15, 2025
Gunmen murder lawyer, client following court appearance in Anambra
By Deborah Nnamdi Panic spread through the Agulu and Nanka communities in Anaocha Local…
- May 15, 2025
Man, 56, remanded over alleged rape of minor
By Deborah Nnamdi A High Court sitting in Benin, on Thursday remanded a 56-year…
- May 15, 2025
Tricyclist nabbed for allegedly defiling four boys in Adamawa
By Deborah Nnamdi The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a…
- May 15, 2025
Delta Police Nab Kidnappers, Seize N4m Ransom, Weapons
Over eight suspected kidnappers have been arrested by the Delta State Police Command, which…
- May 15, 2025
Woman, 21, nabbed for alleged arms trafficking
The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old woman, Fatima Salisu, on suspicion…
- May 15, 2025
U.S. sentences Nigerian woman to 45 months in prison for forced labor
By Deborah Nnamdi A Nigerian woman, Bolaji Bolarinwa, has been sentenced to 45 months…
- May 13, 2025
$1m Fraud: EFCC Arrests Fred Ajudua after S’Court Revokes Bail
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Nigerian businessman and socialite, Fred…
- May 12, 2025
EFCC to question Tompolo over alleged naira abuse
By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced its intention…
- May 11, 2025
NDLEA arrests woman concealing cocaine in private parts, handbag at P’Harcourt airport
By Deborah Nnamdi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a woman,…








