Investigations by FIJ have revealed the faces of key individuals behind CryptoBridge Exchange (CBEX), a fraudulent investment scheme that scammed Nigerians out of an estimated N1.3 trillion. CBEX, initially marketed as a quick way to make money without economic value, crashed in April, leaving investors devastated. As reports emerged, many were unable to access their…
A lion has killed a 14-year-old girl outside the capital Nairobi, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said on Sunday. The incident occurred on Saturday in a ranch to the south of Nairobi National Park. The attack was witnessed by another teenager, who raised the alarm, the KWS said in a statement. “KWS rangers and response…
The police command in Niger says it has arrested one Maikudi Usman for allegedly killing one Muhammad Ma’aba, who was attacked by a group in Gbako Local Government Area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement in Minna on Sunday, alleged that Mr Usman was part of the…
A 33-year-old Nigerian Army personnel has been arrested by the police in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, for attempting to sell a stolen vehicle. Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert focused on the Lake Chad region, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Sunday. Makama said the suspect, identified as Lance Corporal Yusuf…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a shipment of cocaine bound for Saudi Arabia. According to a statement on Sunday by Femi Babafemi, NDLEA spokesperson, the cocaine was concealed in 20 sets of religious books. Babafemi said the cocaine consignment, weighing 500 grammes, was discovered at a courier company in Lagos on…
Pope Francis gave the traditional Easter blessing on Sunday, appearing from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in front of delighted crowds in what marks his highest-profile appearance yet since being discharged from hospital. The 88-year-old pontiff has not led the main Holy Week and Easter services but has made brief appearances over the Easter…
The Abia State Standing Committee of the Nigeria Union of Teachers has concluded plans to embark on strike action on Thursday over what they described as “stringent measures on teachers” by the state governor, Alex Otti. This decision follows deliberations held during an enlarged meeting of representatives from the national, state, and branch levels of…
The white wedding ceremony of Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux captivated attention, with notable guests in attendance. Davido’s daughter, Imade, served as a little bridesmaid, while the late Mohbad’s son, Liam, acted as the ring bearer. The couple’s union has been widely celebrated, with the hashtag #JP2025 trending on social media. Their wedding festivities were…
The General Officer Commanding 3 Division of Nigerian army and Commander of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) Major General Folusho Oyinlola has attributed the renewed killings in Plateau State to a tragedy fueled by long-standing grievances, mistrust, and failed leadership. Gen Oyinlola disclosed this during a high-level stakeholders meeting conveyed by the GOC to review the…
Nigerian chess master and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has broken the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon after surpassing the existing record of 61 hours. Alongside United States chess master Shawn Martinez, Onakoya crossed the 62-hour mark on Sunday and is now aiming to complete the feat in an…