Crime
MAKARFI COUNCIL CONFIRMS KIDNAPPING, ANNOUNCES ARREST OF TWO SUSPECTS
The Makarfi Local Government Council in Kaduna State has confirmed a security incident in the Anguwan Sada and Anguwan Wali areas of Tudun Wada Ward, announcing that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the case.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Makarfi Local Government, Shuaibu Abdullahi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday. Abdullahi said the council received with deep concern and sadness the news of the unfortunate security incident that occurred last night in the community, noting that the disturbing development has understandably caused fear and anxiety among residents.
We sincerely sympathize with the families of the victims and all those affected by this tragic incident, Abdullahi said in the statement. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.
The Chief Press Secretary revealed that security agencies have made encouraging progress in the investigation, with two suspected individuals now in custody. Abdullahi stated that this development reflects the diligent efforts of our security agencies, and we remain hopeful that these efforts will soon secure the safe release of the victim from captivity.
Abdullahi also called on members of the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information or rumors, especially the videos and messages currently circulating on social media. According to the statement, such actions can create unnecessary panic and may hinder the ongoing efforts of our security agencies, who are already handling the situation diligently.
We therefore urge everyone to cooperate fully with the security authorities by providing useful information where necessary so that lasting solutions can be implemented to safeguard our community, Abdullahi added.
The Chief Press Secretary emphasized that insecurity is not a political issue but a national challenge that threatens the peace and stability of our society. Abdullahi stressed that all must exercise restraint and responsibility in comments, opinions, and narratives surrounding security matters, while appealing to media practitioners and social media influencers to verify information.
We pray that Allah restores the peace and security our communities have long enjoyed and that such unfortunate incidents will never occur again, Abdullahi stated. May Allah protect our communities and guide us all toward unity, peace, and lasting security.
Crime
BREAKING: ICPC TRACES MULTIPLE LUXURY PROPERTIES IN EGYPT TO FORMER KADUNA GOVERNOR NASIR EL-RUFAI
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered several high-end real estate assets in Egypt linked to the immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai.
Sources quoted in the ongoing investigations into El-Rufai’s tenure disclosed that the properties were allegedly purchased between 2021 and 2023, a period during which he was still the Governor of Kaduna State.
According to details from the investigation, the properties traced to El-Rufai include one villa at Arabilla estate, 5th settlement area in Cairo, another villa at Banafsik estate, 1st settlement area, New Cairo, and a third villa in Oriana II, New Cairo, located near the American University.
Other assets linked to the former governor include four apartments in the upscale Cairo Festival City and two more apartments within the Oriana Estate in New Cairo.
The anti-corruption agency is currently probing El-Rufai over alleged financial misappropriations during his two terms as governor of Kaduna state, spanning from 2015 to 2023.
El-Rufai has been in the custody of the ICPC since February 18, 2026. Shortly before he was taken into ICPC custody, the former governor was also grilled by the Department of State Services (DSS) over his allegation that the phone of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, was tapped.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a Lagos politician and a former two-term Councilor, Sheleru Sadiq Olalekan, over illicit drugs. Olalekan was arrested at Ibeju-Lekki local government council in Lagos state following credible intelligence linking him to illicit drug sale and trafficking.
The spokesman of the agency, Femi Babafemi, confirmed the arrest in a statement. The 45-year-old ex-local council chief who currently serves as a legislative aide was arrested on Monday, 2nd March 2026, at his residence in Ilado, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, where a search was conducted and 40 kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis, were recovered from one of his rooms, Femi Babafemi said.
In his statement, Sheleru admitted ownership of the exhibit and the property where it was recovered, according to the NDLEA spokesman. He said he had previously served two terms as a Councilor representing the Orimedu community in the Ibeju-Lekki local government council, Femi Babafemi added.
Femi Babafemi stated that the suspect is currently in custody and will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that more than 100 senior lawyers in Nigeria are currently facing prosecution for alleged corruption and financial crimes.
The disclosure was made by the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, during the second annual lecture of the Body of Benchers held in Abuja, where key stakeholders in the legal profession gathered to discuss ethics and accountability in the justice system.
According to the anti-graft agency, investigations and petitions submitted to the commission revealed that several senior members of the Nigerian Bar were allegedly involved in corruption-related offences. These offences include diversion of clients’ funds, aiding money laundering, and other financial crimes.
Olukoyede said a review of the EFCC’s records showed that the agency is currently prosecuting about 100 senior lawyers across different courts in the country. He noted that the cases highlight growing concerns about ethical violations within the legal profession.
The EFCC chairman stressed the need for stronger collaboration between anti-corruption agencies and the legal profession to protect the integrity of Nigeria’s justice system. He warned that corruption within the legal profession could undermine public confidence in the rule of law.
The disclosure comes amid broader efforts to enforce professional discipline within the legal community. Recently, the Body of Benchers also sanctioned several lawyers for professional misconduct, reinforcing calls for greater accountability and ethical standards in the legal profession.