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July 31, 2026

Nigerian Ada Otuka arrested, convicted for U.S. election rigging, illegal voting

Investigation by the FBI and immigration authorities showed she had voted in 2012, 2016, 2018, 2020, and 2024. She faces up to six years in prison and a fine of $250,000.

Americans voting during 2024 election
July 31, 2026

U.S. court convicts felon Samuel Fapohunda for carrying illegal loaded Glock 19 pistol

A previously convicted Nigerian, Samuel Fapohunda, pleaded guilty in a United States federal court to illegally possessing a loaded Glock 19 pistol and ammunition.

U.S. prisoner in cuffs
July 28, 2026

U.S.-based Nigerian correctional officer Bashir Oladimeji Lawal arrested for public drunkenness in Texas

Mr Lawal was arrested on Sunday when the 37-year-old was arrested by officers from the Huntsville Police Department for being under the influence of alcohol in public.

July 28, 2026

Tinubu govt demands end to violent attacks on Nigerians in South Africa

Nigeria has urged South Africa to take decisive action against persistent attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals, insisting perpetrators must face justice.

July 28, 2026

Afeez Adewale jailed for wire fraud, sextortion tied to death of U.S. citizen

Internet fraudster Afeez Adewale has been sentenced to five years in prison for money laundering conspiracy and wire fraud.

Internet fraudster
July 27, 2026

Nigerian Chika Ibe collapsed, died during arrest: South African Police

Many Africans have been forced to flee for their lives amid xenophobic violence ravaging the country.

South African Police officers
July 26, 2026

Ex-governorship candidate Uche Nwosu seeks reform of Igbo apprenticeship system

He said the apprenticeship model remained one of the most enduring indigenous economic systems, empowering generations of entrepreneurs.

Uche Nwosu
July 26, 2026
July 25, 2026

Commonwealth Games: Nigeria para powerlifters set world records in Scotland 

Folasade Oluwafemiayo lifted 175kg on her third and final attempt, breaking her own world record for the second time during the competition.

July 25, 2026

Nigerians decry alleged killing of another compatriot by South African police, demand action from Tinubu govt

“By now I expect the Nigeria government to cut diplomatic ties with South Africa and to suspend the South Africa ambassador to Nigeria,” one of the commenters said.