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 WASHINGTON — Two Nigerian nationals have been extradited to the United States to face federal charges arising from separate financially motivated sextortion cases involving minors in Mississippi and North Carolina, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.  

 LYON, FRANCE — An eight-month international law-enforcement operation targeting West African organized crime networks has resulted in 58 arrests and the identification of 263 suspects across 22 countries, according to INTERPOL. 

 ATLANTA, GEORGIA — A Georgia man accused of masterminding a massive $165 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme involving more than 6,000 investors has been returned to the United States after being deported from Fiji, federal authorities announced. 

 FLORIDA, UNITED STATES — Former Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta personality Salomé Jackson, popularly known as “Betty Idol,” has been arrested in Florida over her alleged involvement in a real estate fraud scheme reportedly worth approximately $196,000. 

 MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA — A Metro Atlanta teacher is being remembered as a hero after losing his life while rescuing a young girl who was being pulled underwater by a dangerous current at Myrtle Beach.

 WISCONSIN, UNITED STATES — Convicted murderer Christopher “Chris” Watts, who is serving multiple life sentences for killing his pregnant wife and their two young daughters, has reportedly entered a romantic relationship while behind bars, with claims that the couple is considering marriage. 

 COLOMBIA — At least 111 people have been confirmed dead and dozens more injured after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, August 10, 2026, causing widespread destruction across several cities and communities.  

LAGOS, NIGERIA — Dr. Damilola Odukoya has inspired many with the remarkable story of how she returned to school at the age of 37, nearly two decades after first sitting for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board examination, to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a medical doctor.

 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Justice has launched what it described as the largest coordinated denaturalisation effort in its history, seeking to revoke the citizenship of naturalised Americans accused of obtaining U.S. citizenship through fraud, concealment, or other unlawful means. 

 NEW YORK, UNITED STATES — A 41-year-old Ghanaian national, Derrick Van Yeboah, popularly known as “Van,” has been sentenced to 85 months in a United States federal prison for his role in an international criminal organization that stole and laundered more than $100 million through romance scams and business email compromise schemes. 

 POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA — A Florida pastor has been arrested and charged after authorities accused him of sexually abusing a 14-year-old boy and failing to disclose that he was HIV positive before engaging in sexual activity.

 SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND — A 25-year-old Nigerian student studying in the United Kingdom has been sentenced to three years in prison after attempting to meet who he believed was a 14-year-old girl for sexual activity following online grooming. 

 MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA — A decades-old double homicide committed by a 12-year-old boy has resurfaced in connection with a new murder investigation after investigators recognized the suspect’s name during a case review. 

 ALABAMA, UNITED STATES — A 21-year-old Nigerian basketball player, Daniel Tobiloba Adegboyega, has been arrested in the United States and charged with first-degree rape following allegations of sexual assault.

 WALES, UNITED KINGDOM — A man has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison after keeping the body of his deceased mother in a freezer for nearly three years while continuing to receive financial benefits in her name. 

 A new investigation by the public-interest law firm Institute for Justice has raised concerns over the alleged misuse of automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology by some law enforcement officers, revealing cases in which officers allegedly used the surveillance system to track women for personal reasons rather than legitimate police work. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump paid an emotional tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, describing him as a legend, a loyal friend, and one of the most influential figures in the history of the United States Senate during funeral services held at the Washington National Cathedral. 

 FLORIDA, USA — A Nigerian-born pharmacist has been convicted by a federal jury in the United States for illegally distributing more than 300,000 high-dose oxycodone pills to customers who, according to prosecutors, had no legitimate medical need for the powerful prescription opioid. 

 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS — Nigerian-American biomechanical engineer and Harvard graduate Yinka Ogunbiyi has secured $7 million in seed funding to commercialize HaloBraid, a patented robotic system described as the world’s first braid-assist robot designed to help professional hairstylists reduce braiding time while minimizing repetitive strain injuries. 

 BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLAND — A 16-year-old boy has been charged as an adult with two counts of first-degree murder following the fatal shootings of his 15-year-old girlfriend and her nine-year-old brother inside their family home in Gwynn Oak. 

 LOUISIANA, USA — A 56-year-old Louisiana pastor and author has been convicted in federal court of stealing more than $340,000 from two churches where he served as pastor and using the money to finance gambling and other personal expenses. 

 A deeply emotional story about a young father who raised his daughter alone after she was allegedly abandoned as an infant has gone viral across social media, touching millions of readers with its themes of sacrifice, unconditional love, and resilience. 

 CHIPATA, ZAMBIA — A 33-year-old married Zambian accountant standing trial for the alleged murder of his girlfriend has admitted in court that he struck her with an iron bar after discovering sexually explicit messages on her mobile phone, but insisted he never intended to kill her. 

 An influencer known for her dramatic cosmetic transformation has gone viral after reports revealed she has spent nearly $50,000 on lip filler procedures, reigniting worldwide discussions about beauty standards, body modification, and the limits of cosmetic enhancement. 

 CLEVELAND, OHIO — An Ohio family’s birthday celebration has become one of the most extraordinary stories of coincidence after a couple who already shared the same birthday welcomed twins who were also born on that exact date, giving all four family members the same birthday. 

 CALABAR, NIGERIA — A High Court sitting in Calabar, Cross River State, has sentenced Apostle Ubong Bassey Etim to death by hanging after finding him guilty of the murder of his 16-year-old daughter, Deborah Bassey, who lived with Down syndrome. 

 LAGOS, NIGERIA — The death of Toba Ajiboye, widely known as Toba Ijaya, the late Organizing Secretary of the Lagos State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), has ignited widespread debate across Lagos and social media, with supporters celebrating his generosity and leadership while critics question the legacy he leaves behind. 

 ATLANTA, GEORGIA — Passengers waiting to board a Delta Air Lines flight at an Atlanta airport witnessed an unusual scene when a pilot climbed through the cockpit window of a Boeing 737 after the flight crew became locked out of the aircraft’s flight deck. 

 LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — Andy Burnham, 56, has officially become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after King Charles III invited him to form a new government during a traditional audience at Buckingham Palace on Monday, marking the beginning of a new chapter in British politics.  

NEW DELHI, INDIA — Indian authorities have arrested a 27-year-old Nigerian national, identified as Obase Prosper, for allegedly overstaying his medical visa and possessing 5.085 kilograms of methamphetamine with an estimated street value exceeding ₹10 crore (about $1.2 million USD). 

 NONTHABURI, THAILAND — Thai police have arrested six Nigerian nationals accused of operating an alleged AI-powered romance scam syndicate that targeted mostly older Thai women through fake online identities and artificial intelligence-generated images. The arrests followed coordinated raids on a luxury condominium in Nonthaburi Province, just outside Bangkok. 

 MIAMI, FLORIDA — Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate, whose online empire has attracted millions of followers while drawing widespread criticism for promoting wealth, male dominance, and misogynistic views, were arrested Saturday in Miami, Florida, as British authorities moved to extradite them to the United Kingdom on multiple criminal charges. 

 A former Rhode Island anesthesiologist who spent more than two decades evading authorities after fleeing during his 2005 criminal trial has been captured off the coast of New Jersey, bringing an end to one of the state’s longest-running fugitive cases. 

 NEW YORK, USA — Health authorities in New York City have launched an intensive public health response following an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with the iconic Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum among 31 buildings where Legionella bacteria have been detected in cooling towers.   

 The parents of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old student-athlete whose body was recovered on July 6 following a Fourth of July boating trip, are calling for a transparent and thorough investigation as they seek answers surrounding the circumstances of their son’s death. 

 ABUJA, NIGERIA — Nigerian businessman and alleged fraud suspect Osondu Victor Igwilo, popularly known as “Ezeego King of the Boys,” has reportedly been extradited from Nigeria to the United States to face charges connected to an alleged $100 million international fraud scheme. 

 TACOMA, WASHINGTON, USA — A United States District Court has sentenced Franklin Ikechukwu Nwadialo, Chairman of Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, to five years in federal prison after convicting him in connection with a long-running online romance fraud scheme that defrauded victims of more than $3.5 million.   

A U.S.-based Nigerian nurse, Olufemi Olaifa, has been arraigned following allegations of sexual assault involving a resident at a rehabilitation facility.

According to the Billerica Police Department, the investigation began after a 30-year-old female resident at the facility reported that she was allegedly sexually assaulted by a male nurse employed at the rehabilitation home.

 The Delta State High Court sitting in Asaba has arraigned five police officers, including the prime suspect, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Usman Nuhu, over the alleged extrajudicial killing of 28-year-old Warri-based musician, Oghenemine Ogidi, popularly known as OG Million. 

 American singer, actress, filmmaker, choreographer, and creative powerhouse Teyana Taylor delivered one of the most memorable moments at the BET Awards after receiving the prestigious Icon of the Year honor and delivering an inspiring acceptance speech about leadership, unity, and lifting others.