The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested thirteen (13) suspected internet fraudsters, commonly referred to as ‘Yahoo boys,’ in Sokoto State. The arrests were made by the Sokoto Zonal Directorate of the EFCC on Saturday, September 28, 2024, following credible intelligence regarding the suspects’ involvement in internet-related crimes. According to an official statement […]
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Nasarawa Woman Arrested for Stealing Infant During Christening Ceremony
The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested Khadija Aliyu for allegedly abducting a seven-day-old baby during a christening in Keffi. The suspect, who had been pretending to be pregnant, reportedly sneaked into a home during the naming ceremony and stole the sleeping infant. She covered the baby with a veil and fled before being apprehended […]
NDLEA Nabs Wanted Drug Kingpins and Ex-Convicts in Nationwide Operations
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two notorious drug kingpins, Ajiboye Samuel and Alhaji Bashir Talba, in a series of coordinated raids in Ogun and Lagos states. Samuel, also known as “Na God,” was apprehended in Ogun after a 12-month manhunt, following the seizure of over 1,100kg of Ghana Loud cannabis from […]
Ex-Soldier Reveals Harrowing Sexual Assault Experience in Nigerian Army
In a revealing interview, former soldier Ruth Ogunleye recounted her traumatic experiences of alleged sexual assault by a superior officer while serving in the Nigerian Army. Ogunleye shared her ordeal with BIODUN BUSARI, detailing incidents that occurred in 2022 at the Nigerian Army Cantonment Medical Centre in Ojo, Lagos. Ogunleye described how her commanding officer, […]
Engr Akemokue crowned Okpella king, resigns politics
The newly appointed king to the revered throne of Okpella kingdom, Engr Lukman Akemokue, the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella has tendered his resignation from partisan politics and from the Editorial Board of the Bullets of the Harmless Rabbit. This, he said was a bid to ensure unity, progress and dedication to all sons and daughters of […]
Yahaya Bello Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention Amidst EFCC Probe
The media office of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of conducting a “hatchet job” against the ex-governor for undisclosed personal and political reasons. In a statement signed by Ohiare Michael, the office criticized recent actions and statements by the EFCC, labeling them biased and politically […]
NiDCOM Rescues Eight More Nigerian Girls Trafficked to Ghana
Eight young Nigerian girls who were trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and returned to Nigeria, bringing the total number of rescued victims to 113. The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, expressed gratitude to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for facilitating their return. The girls, aged 15 to 22, were lured […]
Flood Displaces Thousands as Ten Kebbi Communities Submerged
Flooding caused by heavy rainfall and water from the Niger River has displaced over 2,000 residents across ten communities in Kebbi State’s Shanga Local Government Area. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) confirmed the disaster in a statement issued on Wednesday by Aliyu Shehu-Kafindagi, Head of Operations at NEMA’s Sokoto office, after leading a joint […]
Nigerian Army Discharges Female Soldier After Sexual Harassment Allegations, Exonerates Senior Officer
Private Ruth Ogunleye, a Nigerian female soldier, has been discharged from service after accusing senior officer Colonel I.B Abdulkareem of sexual harassment. Ogunleye made her accusations in January 2024 on TikTok, claiming mistreatment from Abdulkareem and other officers. Following a thorough investigation ordered by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Nigerian […]
Tor Tiv Launches Investigation Into Traditional Rulers Allegedly Involved in Banditry
The Paramount Ruler of the Tiv nation, Prof. James Ayatse, has announced an investigation into allegations involving certain traditional rulers in the Sankera region of Benue State who are accused of supporting banditry and disturbing peace. The Tor Tiv emphasized the importance of swift and decisive action to restore public confidence in traditional leadership and […]