Crime

Woman Bites off Neighbor’s Tongue

Published

1 year ago

November 1, 2024

On Thursday, residents of Aribisala Street in Lagos State’s Igando neighborhood were confused after a lady named only as Fatima allegedly severed her neighbour Mitsura’s tongue.

It was discovered that the incident occurred while the two were doing laundry on the premises where they live.

Trouble was believed to have started when Fatima, who is in her early thirties, accused Mitsura of using her bucket without her consent.

This was reported to have escalated into an argument, which resulted in a fight between them.

During the fight, Fatima allegedly strangled Mitsura and bit off her protruding tongue.

Speaking to our correspondent after the incident on Thursday, the Land Lady, only known as Mama Ibadan, said she had previously settled a quarrel between them.

She said, “They were both washing when neighbours called to inform me that they were fighting each other over the bucket. I quickly rushed down there to settle the fight and also appeal to both of them. It was after I had left that I heard people shouting that someone’s tongue had been cut off. It was when I got there that I saw Mitsura’s mouth soaked in blood. That was how I got to know that her tongue had been bitten off by Fatima.”

Mitsura, who had just turned 18, was promptly brought to the hospital for treatment. She was alleged to have been denied by three private hospitals before being accepted to the Igando General Hospital.

“We immediately took her to a nearby hospital but she was rejected. This was the same with two other hospitals that we went to before we later took her to the general hospital. Fatima’s husband who was called and informed about what happened had also gone to the hospital,” a neighbour who gave her name as Funke told our correspondent.

Another neighbour, who wanted anonymity due to the delicate nature of the occurrence, described the victim as an orphan and stated that she had recently moved in with her friends, who had rented an apartment in the building.

She said, “Mitsura had lost her parents. So due to accommodation challenges, she decided to move in with her female friends who rented an apartment here. The friends were not around when the incident happened. But when they heard what happened, they had to rush home quickly. After they took her to the hospital, they went to the police station to make a report.”

Our correspondent learned that after executing the act, Fatima attempted to run but was stopped by some people.

Fatima was being handed over to authorities for prosecution at the time this article was filed.

When contacted, Benjamin Hundeyin, the state police public relations officer, stated that he was unaware of the occurrence. “I am not aware,” he replied.

Crime

Poison Allegation: Expect DSS Invitation, NSA Office Replies El-Rufai

Published

5 hours ago

February 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Patrick Idowu

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), has replied former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, over his allegation that the agency imported a toxic chemical from Poland, telling him to expect an invitation from the Department of State Services (DSS), as the matter has been referred for investigation.

El-Rufai had written to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, claiming opposition leaders had information that ONSA procured about 10 kilograms of thallium sulphate, a highly poisonous substance.

He requested clarification on the purpose, supplier, permits, quantity, storage arrangements and regulatory oversight, including involvement of agencies such as NAFDAC and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control.

In a response released to journalists on Sunday night, ONSA denied the allegation, stating it neither procured nor initiated any process to purchase thallium sulphate and had no intention of doing so.

The letter, signed by Brigadier-General O.M. Adesuyi on behalf of the NSA, said the allegation had been referred to the DSS for a comprehensive investigation, adding that El-Rufai and others with relevant information would be invited to provide evidence.

Crime

Fresh Abduction Hits Benue-Taraba Border as Police Rescues Nine

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5 hours ago

February 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Omoniyi David

Nine worshippers abducted during a midnight vigil at St. John’s Catholic Church, Ojije, Utonkon in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State have been rescued unharmed, while a fresh abduction was reported along the Benue-Taraba border.

The freed victims, kidnapped a week ago, regained their freedom on Saturday following coordinated security operations by the Benue State Police Command and other agencies.

Two suspects, Abubakar Jibril and Ashiru Ibrahim, were arrested on February 11 with ammunition, and further raids on February 14 recovered an AK-47 rifle and led to the arrest of two additional suspects.

Police said the operations directly pressured the criminal network, resulting in the safe release of the worshippers.

Meanwhile, tension persists along the Takum-Tor Donga-Katsina Road in Katsina-Ala LGA after a businesswoman and nine passengers were abducted on February 9 at Tse-De while travelling from Taraba State.

Families described the incident as traumatic, with no communication from the abductors.

Governor Hyacinth Alia praised security operatives for their swift response and urged continued collaboration with federal agencies, local vigilantes, and traditional leaders to protect communities.

Crime

DSS Files Criminal Charges Against El-Rufai

Published

6 hours ago

February 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Patrick Idowu

The Department of State Services (DSS), has filed criminal charges against former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, at the Federal High Court, Abuja, over alleged unlawful interception of communications.

The charges, dated 16 February 2026, stem from a televised Arise TV interview in which El-Rufai reportedly admitted that he and associates intercepted the phone communications of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.

El-Rufai faces alleged violations under Sections 12(1) and 27(b) of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act, 2024, and Section 131(2) of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003.

The DSS said the alleged acts endangered public safety, national security, and created apprehension among the public.