Crime

Woman Bites off Neighbor’s Tongue

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1 month 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

EFCC Secures Largest Asset Recovery in History

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7 hours ago

December 2, 2024

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By Alexis Uchendu

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has achieved its most significant asset recovery since its inception in 2003, securing the final forfeiture of a massive estate in Abuja.

The property, located on Plot 109, Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, covers 150,500 square meters and includes 753 duplexes and apartments.

Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court delivered the landmark ruling on December 2, 2024, ordering the estate’s forfeiture to the federal government.

The judgment came after the EFCC invoked the Advance Fee Fraud and Related Offenses Act and Section 44(2)(B) of the Nigerian Constitution, arguing that the property was acquired through illicit means.

“The respondent has not shown cause as to why he should not lose the property, which has been reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities.

“The property is hereby finally forfeited to the federal government,” Justice Onwuegbuzie stated in his ruling.

The forfeiture process began with an interim order on November 1, 2024.

The estate is linked to a former high-ranking government official currently under investigation by the EFCC.

This historic recovery underscores the EFCC’s commitment to combating corruption and reinforces the federal government’s resolve to establish a more transparent and accountable system for all Nigerians.

Crime

Gunmen Abduct GIGM Bus Passengers in Kogi

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11 hours ago

December 2, 2024

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By Emmanuel Ogbodo

Gunmen ambushed a GIGMobility (GIGM), bus on Saturday near Obajana in Kogi State, abducting all passengers onboard.

The bus, traveling from Lagos to Abuja, was attacked en route to Lokoja, with only the driver managing to escape.

A witness reported that the kidnappers are demanding ₦100 million per person for the release of the hostages.

One of the victims, a recent graduate returning from her convocation in Benin Republic, was among those taken.

A concerned friend took to social media to plead for assistance:

“Please, I need help. My friend was kidnapped at Lokoja while traveling from Lagos to Abuja. The kidnappers are demanding ₦100 million. No amount is too small to assist her.”

Another eyewitness recounted narrowly escaping the attack:

“I drove past the scene. The bus’s windscreens were shattered, and only the driver remained. I might have been a victim if my car hadn’t overheated earlier in Kabba.”

GIGM released a statement on Sunday evening expressing concern:

“We are deeply affected by this incident and similar occurrences. Our thoughts are with everyone involved during this difficult time.”

This latest attack highlights the growing insecurity on Nigeria’s highways, with Kogi State emerging as a hotspot for abductions and violent crimes.

Crime

Police Arraigns 113 Foreign Nationals for Cybercrime, Immigration Violations

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14 hours ago

December 2, 2024

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By Jesusemen Oratokhai

The Nigeria Police Force has arraigned 113 foreign nationals before the Federal High Court in Abuja on charges related to cybercrime, immigration violations, and suspected links to human trafficking networks.

The arrests occurred on November 3, 2024, during a coordinated raid in Jahi, a suburb of the Federal Capital Territory.

Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated on Monday that the operation was spearheaded by the National Cyber Crime Centre (NPF-NCCC), in partnership with Zone 7 Command.

Authorities confiscated a wide range of sophisticated equipment allegedly used for illicit cyber activities.

Items recovered included laptops, smartphones, tablets, high-capacity servers, drones, SIM cards, gaming devices, international passports, a Black Toyota Tundra vehicle, and a Harman/Kardon sound system.

Adejobi noted that these items were suspected to have been used in unauthorized data breaches, marketing scams, and money laundering operations.

“This operation highlights the global threat posed by cybercriminal syndicates operating across borders,” he said.

The suspects face multiple charges, including computer-related fraud, unlawful access to data, conspiracy, money laundering, and illegal immigration.

The police assured the public of their commitment to collaborating with international law enforcement agencies and embassies to dismantle transnational crime networks.

Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, reiterated the Force’s commitment to leveraging advanced technology to safeguard Nigerians in physical and digital spaces.

He assured citizens of ongoing efforts to tackle cybercrime and related offenses nationwide.

The investigation is ongoing, with authorities pledging to bring all perpetrators to justice while reinforcing global efforts against cybercrime.