Nigeria Digest: Key Events of July 16, 2024

Nigerian police arrested and charged Pastor Amos Isah, from the Prophetic Victory Voice of Fire Ministry in Abuja, with the rape of a 14-year-old girl who occurred within the church.

Nigerian police dismantled a major child trafficking network, rescuing multiple victims, including children and pregnant women, and arresting 11 suspects in a coordinated operation.

An 18-year-old housewife, Salma Hassan, allegedly stabbed her husband to death, claiming she believed marital sex was not obligatory, and is now in police custody.

Police in Akwa Ibom arrested suspects linked to theft and cult activities, recovering firearms, ammunition, and stolen items during the operation.

US authorities deported eight convicted criminals to their home countries, including Cuba, Myanmar, and Vietnam, under policies targeting violent offenders.

Delta police arrested five kidnapping suspects and recovered N5 million in ransom money, following a sting operation near Unenurhei Community.

A mob in Benue's Maav-Ya community lynched three suspected robbers before security forces arrived, prompting an investigation into the vigilante action.

Youth groups in Plateau accused security forces of failing to stop a deadly bandit attack, alleging collusion despite advance warnings from villagers.

South Africa's Minister Ntshavheni unveiled a national security strategy emphasizing transparency, accountability, and human-centered security as key pillars of the plan.

A World Bank report highlighted gender inequality challenges in Botswana, focusing on economic inclusion, social norms, and gender-based violence.

Plateau Governor Mutfwang called for improved security measures after a bandit attack, emphasizing the need to identify and prosecute the perpetrators.

A police chief banned the use of minibuses and tricycles for patrols, citing misconduct incidents and the need for professional reforms.

Edo's special security squad arrested over 20 suspects in its first operation, part of efforts to address rising criminality in the state.