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Feb

2026

Akwa Ibom Court Sentences Winners Pastor to Death for Murder of First-Class UNIUYO Student

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Akwa Ibom Court Sentences Winners Chapel Pastor to Death for Murder of First-Class UNIUYO Student "Akwa Ibom High Court sentences Winners Chapel pastor Prince Emmanuel Umoh to death by hanging for the 2020 murder of University of Uyo first-class Engineering student Gabriel Bassey Edward. Justice delivered after five years." An Akwa Ibom State High Court has sentenced Prince Emmanuel Umoh, a resident pastor of Living Faith Church, popularly known as Winners Chapel, to death by hanging for the murder of Gabriel Bassey Edward, a final-year Engineering student of the University of Uyo. The judgment was delivered on February 19, 2026,…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Plateau Deputy Chairman Confirms 30 Killed, 10 Abducted in Kwara Terror Attack

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Plateau Deputy Chairman Confirms 30 Killed, 10 Abducted in Kwara Terror Attack "Plateau Deputy Chairman Gwong Song confirms 30 killed, 10 abducted and over 700 displaced in a terrorist attack on Kwara community. Council plans memorials for victims." The Deputy Chairman of Riyom Local Government Area in Plateau State, Gwong Song, has confirmed that more than 30 indigenes of the council were killed in a terrorist attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State. The deadly attack, which occurred on February 3, 2026, also left over 700 people displaced, according to the deputy chairman.Song disclosed during a…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Four Gospel Artistes Found Dead in Lagos Studio After Overnight Stay in Ajah

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Four Gospel Artistes Found Dead in Lagos Studio After Overnight Stay in Ajah Tragedy strikes in Lagos as gospel singer Matthew Ogundele and three crew members are found dead inside a music studio in Ajah after an overnight stay. Police launch investigation as autopsy begins. Four Gospel Artistes Found Dead in Lagos Studio After Overnight Stay in AjahA tragic incident has shaken the gospel music community following the discovery of four lifeless bodies inside a music studio in the Abraham Adesanya area of Ajah, Lagos State. The deceased have been identified as gospel artiste Matthew Ogundele, alongside his crew members…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Mob Kills Italy Returnee in Delta Days After Arrival While Trying to Rescue Child

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Mob Kills Italy Returnee in Delta Days After Arrival While Trying to Rescue Child "A Nigerian man, Lawrence, was allegedly beaten to death by a mob in Delta State just four days after returning from Italy, after he reportedly intervened to save a child from assault." Mob Kills Italy Returnee in Delta Days After Arrival While Trying to Rescue ChildA tragic incident has sparked outrage and renewed concerns over mob justice in Nigeria after a young man identified as Lawrence was reportedly killed by an angry crowd in Owa Alero community, Agbor, Delta State. Lawrence’s death occurred barely four days…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Ikwuano Uproar: Missing Youth Solomon’s Case Sparks Vigilante, Royal Rift

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Ikwuano Uproar: Missing Youth Solomon’s Case Sparks Vigilante, Royal Rift "Tension mounts in Ikwuano, Abia State, following the disappearance of Solomon Ikeokwu, as allegations of vigilante brutality, leadership conflict, and extortion claims spark widespread controversy." There has been a rising uproar in Ikwuano, following the sudden disappearance of Solomon Ikeokwu, the son of one Mr. Ogbonnaya Ikeokwu, of Umuorie-Amankwu, in Amangwo-Ajatanigu autonomous community, in Ikwuano LGA of Abia State, who is allegedly known for his notoriety in armed robbery and disruption of the peace of the community. Throw back video of Solomon Ikeokwu in possession of a gun and being…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

Brother Speaks on Alleged Murder of 35-Year-Old Woman by Fiancé in Anambra

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Brother Speaks on Alleged Murder of 35-Year-Old Woman by Fiancé in Anambra "The brother of 35-year-old Ogechukwu recounts the events leading to her alleged murder by her fiancé and explains why the family is demanding justice." Chinonso Mmadubugwu speaks to AYOOLA OLASUPO on the alleged murder of his 35-year-old sister, Ogechukwu, by her fiancé, and the family’s demand for justice. In an exclusive interview with Punch Online, Chinonso Mmadubugwu recounted how his 35-year-old younger sister, Ogechukwu, was allegedly murdered by her fiancé. He said the family is seeking justice and calling on relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

Police Arrest 26-Year-Old Man for Alleged Murder of Girlfriend in Anambra

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Police Arrest 26-Year-Old Man for Alleged Murder of Girlfriend in Anambra Anambra Police arrest a 26-year-old man over the alleged murder of his girlfriend in Ekwulobia, debunking social media claims surrounding the case." The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 26-year-old man, Chibuike Valentine Anikpe, in connection with the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Ogechukwu Mmadubugwu, a 35-year-old single mother, in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area of the state. The state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Awka on Sunday. According to Ikenga, the…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

Domestic Violence: Man Kills Wife, Takes Own Life in Ogun State before children

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Domestic Violence: Man Kills Wife, Takes Own Life in Ogun State before children "A tragic domestic violence incident in Ogun State as a man allegedly stabbed his wife to death before committing suicide. Investigation ongoing." Residents of River Valley Estate, Ogun State, are reeling after a domestic violence incident ended in tragedy. Ayoola Ayanwale allegedly stabbed his wife, Ganiyat, to death in front of their children before later taking his own life. Neighbours were alerted by her screams, while her final words revealed the suddenness of the attack. The case has renewed calls for urgent action against domestic abuse in…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

DSS Arrests Officer Over Alleged Abduction, Rape, Forced Conversion of 16-Year-Old Girl

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DSS Arrests Officer Over Alleged Abduction, Rape, Forced Conversion of 16-Year-Old Girl "The DSS has arrested one of its officers over alleged abduction, defilement, and forceful religious conversion of a 16-year-old girl in Abuja. Full details." A staff member of the Department of State Services (DSS), Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, has been arrested by the agency over allegations of abduction, defilement, abuse of office, and forceful conversion of a 16-year-old girl, Walida Abdulhadi, in Abuja. Famous Reporters reports, citing The PUNCH, that the arrest followed a petition dated January 4, written by an Abuja-based law firm, Gamji Lawchain, on behalf of the…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

Five Farmers Killed in Benue as Suspected Armed Herders Attack Kwande Community

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Five Farmers Killed in Benue as Suspected Armed Herders Attack Kwande Community "Five farmers have been killed in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State after suspected armed herders attacked a farming community during harvest, raising fresh concerns over insecurity and food production." Suspected armed herders on Tuesday evening killed five farmers in Udeku Maav-Ya community, Mbakyol Council Ward, Turan district of Kwande Local Government Area in Benue State. The attack reportedly occurred at about 4 p.m., while residents were harvesting yams and bambara nuts on their farmlands. According to local sources, the assailants struck while farming activities were ongoing,…