The Ondo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) said its personnel have arrested a suspected fraudster involved in the fake conversion of money to the tune of N12.5 million.

In a statement by SC Daniel Aidamenbor, Public Relations Officer of the Ondo State NSCDC Command, the case was reported at the command headquarters by Mrs Linda John, proprietor of Remmy Guest House, Alagbaka, Akure, who alleged that one Akinsanmi Olawale, a 32-year-old male employee of the establishment, had engaged in fraudulent activities.

Following the complaint, the suspect was arrested on May 18, 2026, and an investigation revealed that he, who served as the manager of the guest house, could not account for proceeds generated from the business over a two-year period spanning 2024 to 2026.

It was further discovered that the suspect had allegedly manipulated and falsified the financial records of the guest house by presenting inaccurate accounts aimed at concealing the misappropriation of funds.

According to the statement, the suspect confessed to committing the crime, adding that he would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations in line with the corps’ zero-tolerance policy towards crime and criminality.

A High Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State, has ordered the remand of a dismissed Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP, Usman Nuhu, and four others at the Ogwashi-Uku Correctional Centre over the extrajudicial killing of 28-year-old Oghenemene Ogidi in Effurun, Delta State.

The defendants appeared before the court on Monday in connection with the April 26, 2026, shooting of Ogidi, popularly known as OG Millan, an incident that sparked widespread public outrage after a video of the killing circulated on social media.

DAILY POST reports that the officers are facing proceedings under Charge No. DTHC/ASB/CR/M/66/2026 before Justice Marshall Onome Umukoro.

The presiding judge, at the hearing, ordered that the defendants be remanded for 15 working days pending legal advice from the Delta State Attorney-General. The court also directed that all subsequent proceedings involving the accused persons be conducted virtually.

The case stems from the reported fatal shooting of Ogidi in Effurun on April 26. The incident attracted national attention and condemnation, prompting the Nigeria Police Force to initiate disciplinary proceedings against the officers involved.

After investigations, the Inspector-General of Police approved their dismissal and recommended criminal prosecution, citing violations of police operational procedures and regulations governing the use of firearms.

The prosecution of the dismissed officers is being closely watched by rights groups, members of the public, and the victim’s family, who have continued to demand justice and accountability in the case.

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two individuals for allegedly spreading false information about a purported bandit attack in Lamini Community, Ido Local Government Area, which security authorities say never occurred.

The suspects identified as a pastor and a female resident, were taken into custody after police investigations traced the source of reports which claimed that six people had been killed during a bandit invasion of the community.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the command launched an immediate response after receiving reports that had circulated widely on WhatsApp and other social media platforms.

According to him, the messages alleged that armed bandits had stormed Lamini Community and killed six residents, triggering anxiety among locals and raising concerns about security in the area.

Ayanlade said police operatives and tactical units were promptly deployed to the community to verify the claims and reassure residents.

Investigations, however, showed that no such attack had taken place.

The police spokesperson explained that intelligence gathering and forensic analysis led investigators to Pastor Amos Muyiwa, who was alleged to have recorded and shared the voice message. He reportedly admitted to circulating the information without confirming its accuracy.

Further inquiries linked the origin of the claim to a woman identified as Mulikat Bashiru, who was subsequently tracked down and arrested.

Police said both suspects are assisting investigators as efforts continue to determine whether other individuals played a role in creating or spreading the report.

The command warned against the circulation of unverified information, describing misinformation and disinformation as threats capable of undermining public safety and confidence.

Ayanlade noted that false security alerts can cause unnecessary panic, disrupt economic and social activities, and divert security personnel and resources from genuine emergencies.

He urged residents to verify sensitive information before sharing it, emphasizing the need for responsible use of social media, particularly on issues relating to public safety and security.