According to The Conversation Africa, transactional sex, defined as the exchange of sexual relations for money, food, or favors, is prevalent among young people in Africa. Studies indicate that approximately 10% of individuals aged 15-24 in South Africa, 23% in Nigeria, and 25% in Uganda engage in this behavior. This practice has been linked to negative outcomes such as unwanted pregnancies, sexual violence, and HIV infections.

Franklin Ikechukwu Nwadialo, a 42-year-old Nigerian national, has been sentenced to five years in prison by a United States District Court in Tacoma, Washington, for his role in an online romance scam that defrauded victims of over $3.5 million.

Police in Bauchi State have arrested a 20-year-old man accused of defiling a 7-year-old girl and stealing phones belonging to her, according to Punch. Authorities confirmed the suspect is in custody and that an investigation into the alleged defilement and robbery is ongoing. Further details about the circumstances of the incident or possible charges have not been disclosed, as police say inquiries are continuing.

John Vianney Onyango, also known as "Jay Vee Ke," has been charged with three counts of cyber harassment at the Milimani Law Courts. Prosecutors allege that he published defamatory content on Facebook targeting Kisumu Senator Professor Tom Ojienda, claiming mismanagement of relief food distributed through Ojienda's office and raising concerns about contaminated maize flour. The charges stem from a video posted by Onyango on April 14, 2026.

Justice Ahmed Kala of the Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced 41-year-old Mrs. Peace Asukwo to five years in prison for trafficking and harboring four underage girls for prostitution. In addition to the prison term, Justice Kala ordered Asukwo to pay N20 million in compensation to the victims of her crimes.

Traders at the Mowe/Ofada Market in Ogun State have protested against the demolition of their market by the state government, claiming it was executed without prior notice to shop owners. The demolition reportedly occurred around 2am on Friday, leading to significant unrest among the affected traders, who are demanding accountability from the authorities.