Crime

Idah, Itobe, Ejule: Police Nab 8 Suspected Cultists, 3 ATM Card-Swap Fraudsters

by Emmanuel Odekina Iyede

October 22, 2026

Mr. Akoji Jonah Jailed Five Years for Vandalising Transformer Cables in Kogi

October 21, 2026

Alleged $2.1m Land Deal: Wike’s Son Jordan Dragged Before EFCC

October 20, 2026

Kogi Court Sentences Man to Death for Killing Friend in Hotel

October 17, 2026

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The Bureau Journal Crime delivers accurate, balanced, and investigative coverage of criminal activities, law enforcement, public safety, corruption, cybercrime, court proceedings, and security developments across Nigeria and beyond. We provide factual reporting, in-depth analysis, and timely updates that keep readers informed on issues affecting justice, safety, and society.

Crime

PAAU Vice-Chancellor Visits Family of Deceased Student, Assures Justice for Victim

by Emmanuel Odekina Iyede

June 13, 2026

The vice-chancellor of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, has visited the family of the late...

Students and teachers affected as Edo State Government closes three schools following a security alert over a suspected kidnap plot.

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Edo Shuts Schools as DSS Uncovers Student Kidnap Plot

By Queen Madaki The Edo State Government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government...

Bandit attacks continue to threaten communities in Zamfara State as residents call for intensified security operations.

Crime

Terrorists Attack Kogi School, Kill Vice Principal, Child and One Other

By Queen Madaki Terrorists have invaded Government Secondary School, Iluke Bunu, in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing...

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Bandits Abduct 50 Elderly People on Reconciliation Mission in Zamfara

By Queen Madaki At least 50 elderly residents of Magamin Diddi village in Magami/Faru Ward of Maradun Local Government Area...

NDLEA operatives display illicit drugs recovered during coordinated anti-narcotics operations across several states.

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NDLEA Busts Major Drug Shipment, Recovers 320,840 Tramadol Pills

By Queen Madaki The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a large consignment of opioids and other illicit...

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Terrorist Attacks: Kebbi Governor Summons Emergency Security Meeting

by Abdullahi Mohammed Tukur

By Abdullahi Tukur Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Nasir Idris, has convened an emergency security meeting aimed at strengthening the state's...

Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, addressing district, village and ward heads during a security meeting at his palace.

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Get Legal Arms for Self-Defence, Emir of Argungu Tells Residents

by Aliyu Usman

By Aliyu Usman, Birnin Kebbi The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Muhammad Samaila Mera, has called on communities within his emirate...

Security operatives during routine surveillance operation in Ogun State communities

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Two Fulani Men Arrested in Oyo for Possession of Large Sums of Cash (Video)

By Queen Madaki Security agencies operating in Atiba and Odogbolu Local Government Areas of Ogun State have arrested two Fulani...

NSCDC Mining Marshals Commander John Onoja dismisses allegations of N2 billion linked transactions and defends operations against illegal mining.

Crime

NSCDC Clears Officer Over Alleged N2bn Fraud Report

by Emmanuel Odekina Iyede

June 1, 2026

By Endurance Enemona Samuel The Bureau Journal reports that the Commander of the Mining Marshals of the Nigeria Security and...

Troops of 12 Brigade Nigerian Army during a security operation in Kogi State.

Crime

Nigerian Forces Crush Kidnap Plot in Kogi, Eliminate Terrorist