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Nigerian woman pays robbers ₦8,000 — and keeps her iPhones, wigs and bags
Nigerian woman transferred ₦8,000 to armed robbers who waited for her — then walked away without taking any of her iPhones, wigs or bags.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the account, the woman made the payment after being confronted by the men. She then called a ride-share driver via the app InDrive, accused him of collaborating with the robbers, allowed him to drive her home and paid him ₦4,000. The robbers left without removing her valuables.
The incident highlights a growing trend of so-called “one-chance” robberies, where criminals target victims during transport or immediately before/after boarding vehicles.
According to sources familiar with the case, the woman was approached at night by an armed gang. They demanded money and threatened to take her valuables. Fearing escalation, she complied and transferred ₦8,000 into a bank account the robbers provided. However, no further items were taken. After the robbers left, she booked an InDrive ride, accused the driver of being part of the scheme, yet paid him ₦4,000 to take her home safely.
Police in Lagos and other cities have reported similar cases: victims boarding taxis or ride-shares then being robbed either of money, valuables or both. In one Lagos incident from 2022, a victim lost her savings of about ₦910,000 after “one-chance” robbers forced her off a vehicle.
In this case, what stands out is the low amount surrendered, the preservation of the valuables, and the inclusion of a ride-share driver in the sequence of events. While the driver’s involvement remains unverified, the woman’s account points to her suspicion of collusion.
Attempts to reach local police for comment on this specific incident were unsuccessful. Police often advise passengers to note vehicle registration, driver ID and share their journey details with friends or family. In the Port Harcourt area, police recently warned citizens to pay attention to the vehicle they are entering and send registration numbers to loved ones.
A crime analyst says this incident underscores how robbers are shifting tactics: rather than stealing large amounts or valuables outright, they may settle for smaller sums with fewer physical risks, and victims may elect to comply quickly rather than face violence. The fact that the woman kept her bags, wigs and iPhones may indicate the robbers judged the immediate money transfer sufficient to end the incident with minimal fuss.
In addition, the involvement of a ride-share driver introduces complexity: if the driver was indeed complicit, it represents a convergence of informal transport services and criminal schemes. If not, the woman’s decision to keep him in the sequence may illustrate the anxiety and uncertainty faced by victims during such events.
For non-native English speakers: the phrase “one-chance robbery” refers to an attack where the victim gets only one opportunity — for example while boarding or exiting a vehicle — and is quickly assaulted, robbed and dropped off. The term “ride-share driver” refers to a driver using an app (like InDrive) that connects them with passengers.
As next steps, police say victims should report the incident immediately, provide transaction records for any transferred funds, and request recovery of digital evidence such as bank alerts or CCTV footage. Ride-share platforms are also under pressure to improve driver vetting and journey monitoring.
In sum: a woman under threat transferred a modest amount of money, avoided loss of her valuables, and then sought safe transport home. The case serves as a reminder to travellers in Nigeria — and beyond — to remain alert, minimise cash or device exposure, and share journey details with trusted contacts.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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