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A 35-year-old scavenger, Suleiman Adams, has been brought before an Akure Chief Magistrate’s Court facing charges related to the alleged theft of cable wires and electrical equipment valued at N1.5 million. He pleaded not guilty to the two-count charge of conspiracy and stealing.
The Edo State Security Corps has apprehended a man named James for his involvement in the theft of lightning arrestors from residences in Edo State. The suspect reportedly targeted homes while residents were away, particularly on Sunday mornings.
A video circulating on social media highlights an incident where Amobi Ogah, a member of the House of Representatives, had his phone stolen during the burial ceremony of the late Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai in Umuahia, Abia state.
A customary court in Kafanchan has sentenced Gado Adamu, an 18-year-old, to six months in prison for stealing a pregnant goat. He also faced charges related to unlawful possession of a firearm.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has brought charges against Oluokun Adekola for allegedly stealing N12 million. This amount is said to be part of over N3 billion fraudulently withdrawn from accounts at FCMB.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa State has apprehended a 22-year-old man for attempting to steal laboratory equipment from a school in Dutse. The suspect was caught while attempting to take five microscopes from the facility.
Emeka Osemel, a 25-year-old man, was apprehended for stealing a mobile phone in Delta State. He admitted to resorting to theft after his involvement in internet fraud, or 'Yahoo Yahoo,' became unprofitable.
A suspected thief was killed by a mob in Plateau State after allegedly stealing a phone at gunpoint. The incident occurred in Jos North Local Government Area on Tuesday.
Gloria Makanjuola, a 35-year-old Nigerian woman, has been sentenced to nine months of imprisonment after being found guilty of assaulting a man and attempting to steal from him on a Central Line train in East London.
A viral video depicts passengers accusing a Nigerian man of stealing a bag belonging to a Caucasian passenger during a flight. The incident drew widespread attention on social media.
Leo DaSilva, a former Big Brother Naija contestant, has expressed his dismay after dismissing another staff member caught stealing from him. Despite providing various support and benefits, he questions why employees still resort to theft.
A student from the College of Education, Katsina-Ala in Benue State has accused her alleged lover of stealing her motorcycle, gas cylinder, perfume, and cash. The police have since recovered the motorcycle and returned it to the victim.
A Wukari resident, Hikon Boshe, has successfully apprehended a thief who has allegedly plagued him for three years by stealing items from his home, particularly yams. Boshe revealed his experience on Facebook, where he detailed the events leading to the capture of the suspect.
In Ekiti State, four suspects have been arraigned for alleged theft and unlawful possession of weapons. They are accused of stealing cattle valued at N10 million and unlawfully grazing on private lands.
A recent CCTV clip has gone viral, capturing the swift theft of a car battery in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The incident, which has alarmed local residents, highlights an ongoing issue of car battery theft in the area.
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