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NUJ GIVES RIVERS POLICE 14 DAYS TO APOLOGIZE FOR ASSAULTING JOURNALISTS OR FACE MEDIA BLACKOUT. (PHOTO).

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  The Rivers State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Rivers State Police Command, demanding a public apology for the assault on five journalists during a peaceful protest in Port Harcourt. Failure to comply, the union warned, would result in a statewide media blackout. In a statement jointly signed by Council Chairman Comrade Paul Bazia and Secretary Dr. Ijeoma Tubosia, the NUJ condemned the police actions as “unprovoked, barbaric, and inhuman,” calling for the immediate identification and prosecution of the officers involved. “The NUJ, as a watchdog of society, will not sit idly by while media practitioners are subjected to barbarism and brutality. Enough is enough,” the statement read, adding that further attacks on journalists would be “vehemently resisted.” The assaulted journalists—Charles Opurum of Channels TV, Allwell Ene of Naija FM, Soibelemari Oruwari of Nigeria Info, Ikezam Godswill of AIT, and Femi Ogunkhilede of Supe...
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CBN DEBUNKS FAKE NEWS ON NEW N5,000 AND N10,000 BANKNOTES.(PHOTO).

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  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed a viral claim circulating on social media about the introduction of new ₦5,000 and ₦10,000 banknotes, labeling it as fake news. The claim, which included fabricated images of the supposed new denominations featuring Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe and Chief Obafemi Awolowo, falsely stated that the new notes would enter circulation from May 1, 2025. In a statement on its verified Facebook account, the CBN clarified that the content is not from the bank and directed the public to its official website, (www.cbn.gov.ng), for authentic information. The bank warned against spreading misinformation regarding monetary policies and urged Nigerians to rely only on official statements from its verified channels. The CBN reaffirmed that any major policy decision, including the introduction of new banknotes, would be announced through its official platforms. The public is advised to remain cautious and verify financial information from credible sources befor...
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ABIA GOVT TO ENFORCE COMMERCIAL VEHICLE REGISTRATION.(PHOTO).

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  The Abia State Government has announced plans to strictly enforce the registration of commercial vehicles operating within the state. This decision was made known by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, during a briefing with journalists on the outcome of the executive council meeting. According to Prince Kanu, the registration of commercial vehicles is still ongoing, and those yet to comply are encouraged to do so. The state government has been working to sanitize the transport sector, and this initiative is part of those efforts. In addition to the enforcement of commercial vehicle registration, the state government has also completed five road projects under the direct Labour initiative. These projects include: - Road Repairs: 19.5km Umuahia-Bende road, phase 1 and 2 - Maintenance Work: 1.76 KM Igbere junction to Onu roundabout - Reconstruction: 2.5Km Umuokogbuo road - Rehabilitation: 8.3 Isieketa-Obikabia road Isialangwa South LGA and the Obehie-Ezendioma road ...
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ROUTE VIOLATIONS: LASG ISSUES STERN WARNING TO 'KOROPE' DRIVERS . (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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 ROUTE VIOLATIONS: LASG ISSUES STERN WARNING TO 'KOROPE' DRIVERS  The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to commercial bus operators, particularly drivers of minibuses, also known as ‘Korope,’ emphasising the paramount need for adherence to traffic regulations The Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, who disclosed recently, has directed all ‘Korope’ operators to immediately desist from utilizing unauthorized routes, maintaining that any act of defiance would attract sanctions. He said the directive is in alignment with the government’s overarching objective to instil orderliness on Lagos roadways and ensure the uninterrupted flow of vehicular movement across the metropolis. He further articulated that LASTMA operatives have been duly mandated to escalate enforcement strategies aimed at curbing reckless driving and unlawful practices that hinder urban mobility and disrupt the city’s traffic ecosystem. Additionally, Hon. Giwa issued a...
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LAGOS COURT JAIL MAN THREE MONTHS FOR NON-DECLARATION OF $30,000 AT AIRPORT.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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 Lagos Court Jails Man Three Months for Non-Declaration of $30,000 at Airport Justice Deinde I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, convicted and sentenced Okunfulure Olusola Steve to three Months imprisonment for money laundering. The convict was arrested on March 28, 2025 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, for false currency declaration to the tune of $30,0000. The NCS had, on Friday, March 28, 2025, handed him over to the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Okotie Eboh, Ikoyi, Lagos for further investigations. Consequently, he was arraigned on Wednesday  on one-count charge bordering on money laundering. The  count reads: “That you, Okunfulure Olusola Steve, on the 28th day of March, 2025 in Lagos, within the Jurisdiction of this Honorable Court, failed to make a declaration of the sum of $20,000 (T...
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ALLEGED $9.6B P&ID SCAM: EFCC TENDERS MORE EVIDENCE AGAINST KORE HOLDINGS.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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 Alleged $9.6b P&ID Scam : EFCC Tenders more Evidence against Kore Holdings   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC  on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 tendered additional evidence against Kore Holdings Limited before Justice J. O. Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court Abuja. The Commission is prosecuting the company alongside Muhammed Kuchazi (now deceased) in connection with the Process & Industrial Development, P&ID fraud portfolio on amended four-count charges that border on non-compliance with Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment requirements, money laundering and other illegal acts. At Wednesday’s proceedings, Second Prosecution Witness, PW2, Umar Umar, while being led in his testimony by prosecution counsel, Bala Sangha, advanced eleven documents which were tendered in evidence in court. They include, a letter of request to Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, letter of request to Special Control Unit against Money Laundering, SCUML, ex...
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A NORTH CAROLINA MAN DROVE A STOLEN TRUCK TO STEAL A FORKLIFT.(PHOTOS).

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 Criminal of the week-  A North Carolina man drove a stolen truck to steal a forklift. He made a bold getaway using the stolen forklift to carry the stolen truck. Deputies in Rowan County, North Carolina responded to an unusual call on Sunday, March 30th. Deputies were called to Karriker Farm Road to the report of a stolen forklift. Witnesses told deputies that a man (later identified as Richard Webb) had arrived to the property in a Ford Ranger. They said Webb exited the vehicle and proceeded to steal the fork lift. Amazingly, while making his getaway in the forklift, Mr. Webb scooped up the Ford Ranger and beat a hasty retreat with both vehicles. The Ford Ranger was later determined to have also been stolen by Webb. Authorities eventually caught up with Webb driving the forklift down Cooper Road approximately 8 miles from where the theft occurred. At the time Webb was pulled over, he had a passenger with him. The passenger, Christy Tipton, was also arrested. The two were sus...
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A HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL PLAYER AND HIS PARENTS LOSE THEIR LIVES IN A CAR CRASH ON HIS WAY TO HIS GAME, LEAVING BEHIND A LONE GRIEVING DAUGHTER.(PHOTO).

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 Milam county, Texas- A high school baseball player and his parents lose their lives in an awful car crash on the way to his game, leaving behind a lone grieving daughter. 43-year-old Clint, and 39-year-old Meghan McCaffety were traveling in a Ford Sedan with their 16-year-old son Connor at 4:40 p.m. on Monday, March 31st.  The family were on their way to one of Connor's baseball games. The trio were traveling on Highway 36 . The family stopped their vehicle at a construction zone  in the west bound lane when a Kia SUV pulled up and stopped behind them. As the two vehicles waited for the light to change, an 18 wheeler came barreling in behind the vehicles and slammed into both cars.  The collision caused the Kia to roll into the ditch and the 45-year-old woman who was operating the Kia was rushed to the hospital.  The extent of her injuries are unknown at this time.  Clint, Meghan and Conner were all pronounced deceased on scene. The family had just left a ...
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THE FAMILY OF A DISABLED STUDENT ARE ALLEGING SHE WAS ABUSED BY A TEACHER.(PHOTOS).

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 The family of a disabled Plano, Texas student are alleging she was abused by a Plano independent school district teacher. The terrible actions taken by the teacher are absolutely appalling.  Saniyah Nelson is a senior at Plano high-school.  Saniyah was diagnosed with the rare genetic disorder GRIN syndrome, this syndrome has left Saniyah completely disabled. As a result Saniyah needs personal care with everything from feeding to diaper changes. Saniyah's mother, Lestia, said she started noticing things that concerned her when Saniyah would arrive home from school. She shared, "Saniyah would come home with bloody diaper rashes and the school had also changed her to a liquid diet without informing the family." This caused Saniyah to lose 10 to 15 lbs! As Lestia became more concerned, she decided to send a recording device to school with Saniyah. While reviewing the recordings on January 8th, she heard her daughter Saniyah crying. This understandably alarmed the already wor...
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NATIONAL POLICE DAY: NPF SETS TO HOST MAIDEN EDITION APRIL 7.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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  PRESS RELEASE NATIONAL POLICE DAY: NPF SETS TO HOST MAIDEN EDITION  APRIL 7 Weeklong Activities to Culminate in Grand Parade at Eagle Square. The Nigeria Police Force is set to host the maiden edition of National Police Day on April 7, 2025, at Eagle Square, Abuja. This historic event, which will run from April 2 to April 7, 2025, will feature a series of impactful humanitarian and community-based activities, including medical outreaches, community engagements, exhibitions by security companies and partners, among other programs aimed at fostering stronger police-community relations. The National Police Day was pronounced by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on the 19th April, 2024, during the Nigeria Police Award and Commendation Ceremony in Abuja.  The National Police Day is designed to celebrate the dedication, sacrifices, and achievements of the Nigeria Police Force in ensuring national security. It will provide a platform to recognize the For...
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NAFDAC REOPENS ONITSHA DRUG MARKET AFTER MONTH-LONG CLOSURE. (PHOTOS)

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 NAFDAC Reopens Onitsha Drug Market After Month-Long Closure The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reopened the Onitsha Head Bridge drug market, popularly known as 'Ogbo Ogwu', after a month-long closure for sanitization and regulatory enforcement. The market was shut down as part of NAFDAC's nationwide clampdown on fake and substandard medicines. To prevent a recurrence of the issues that led to the closure, NAFDAC has implemented strict administrative conditions for reopening. Shop owners are required to complete documentation and clearance procedures before their shops can be unsealed. A dedicated NAFDAC desk has been established to facilitate the process efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.² According to NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, only shops that meet the conditions will be allowed to resume operations. Shop owners have been directed to obtain and sign an undertaking, along with a penal...
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NFF DEBUNKS RUMORS OF SUPER EAGLES COACH ERIC CHELLE'S CONTRACT TERMINATION. (PHOTO).

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 NFF Debunks Rumors of Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle's Contract Termination The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has categorically denied rumors circulating about the potential termination of Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle's contract. Chelle's future with the team had been uncertain following the underwhelming results in March's 2026 World Cup qualifiers. A top NFF official described the reports as "fake news," emphasizing that the executive committee did not convene a meeting to discuss Chelle's contract. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, stated, "There is nothing like that. I am a board member, and there has not been any issue raised about the coach's contract." Meanwhile, Chelle is set to embark on a trip to Europe, where he will meet with Nigerian players and attempt to convince eligible players to represent the country. Top on his agenda is a meeting with Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri, whose chances of switching alle...
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SENATOR CORY BOOKER SETS SENATE RECORD WITH 25-HOUR PROTEST SPEECH. (PHOTO).

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 Senator Cory Booker Sets Senate Record with 25-Hour Protest Speech Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey set a new Senate record by delivering a 25-hour, 4-minute speech in protest of President Trump, surpassing the previous 1957 record held by Senator Strom Thurmond. While not a filibuster, Booker's marathon speech disrupted Senate proceedings and highlighted concerns over the country's direction. He read constituent letters, shared stories, and discussed topics ranging from sports to poetry, all while remaining standing and foregoing bathroom breaks. Booker’s speech symbolized resistance, drawing support from his Democratic colleagues. He also referenced his ancestry, noting both slave-owners and slaves in his lineage, and concluded the speech by attending to physical needs after the lengthy effort.
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ISRAEL EXPANDS MILITARY OFFENSIVE IN GAZA, LEADING TO CIVILIAN CASUALTIES AND MASS EVACUATIONS. (PHOTO).

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  "Israel Expands Military Offensive in Gaza, Leading to Civilian Casualties and Mass Evacuations" Israeli airstrikes have intensified in Gaza, with Defence Minister Israel Katz announcing plans to expand military operations, aiming to create "security zones" by seizing large areas of Palestinian territory. The strikes have led to numerous casualties, including at least 19 killed in an attack on a UN clinic in Jabalia. The Israeli military claimed it targeted Hamas operatives, while the UN and local hospitals reported widespread destruction and civilian deaths, including children and women. Additionally, Israeli ground forces are advancing into Gaza's Rafah area, with 140,000 residents ordered to evacuate. Overnight airstrikes and shelling also targeted regions near the Egypt border, signaling a potential large-scale ground offensive in Gaza.
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UK-BASED NIGERIAN DOCTOR CAUGHT SELLING FAKE JOBS TO 'JAPA' SEEKERS, PLANS TO SUE THE BBC. (PHOTO).

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    UK-Based Nigerian Doctor Caught Selling Fake Jobs to ‘Japa’ Seekers A shocking BBC investigation has exposed Dr. Kelvin Alaneme, a UK-based Nigerian psychiatrist, allegedly running a job scam targeting desperate migrants. What Happened? Alaneme, chairman of Career and Educational Services, was secretly recorded promising fake UK job opportunities.  He allegedly charged £2,000 per job slot, plus £500 commission, leaving many Nigerian job seekers stranded abroad.  In his own words: “Just get me care homes. I can make you a millionaire.” Now, he is threatening to sue the BBC for defamation.
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HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER ARRESTED IN FRONT OF HER HUSBAND FOR ALLEGEDLY RAPING 15-YEAR-OLD STUDENT. (PHOTO).

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  High school teacher arrested in front of her husband for allegedly raping 15-year-old student An Illinois special education teacher broke down in tears as she was taken into police custody in police footage for s£xually assaulting a 15-year-old student.   In the clip below, Christina Formella, 30, was seen exiting her husband’s car, as a Downers Grove police officer said, “You can just grab whatever you need.”   “Whatever I need?” she asked, as her husband questioned while in the passenger seat, “Is she going somewhere?”   “Yeah, we’re going to explain everything to you guys,” the officer insisted, before handcuffing the suspect in the clip shared by news.com.au.   “Excuse me, is my husband coming with?” Formella said as she sat in the back of the car, adding, “Am I in trouble? I am so lost right now.”   “I feel like I’m gonna throw up,” the suspect then said as an officer went to get her a bag as she hugged her knees and cried.   Authorities previou...
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POLICE OFFICER IN KADUNA THREATEBS REPRISAL ATTACK ON SOUTHERNERS IN NORTH OVER EDO KILLINGS. (PHOTO).

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  Nigerian Police Officer In Kaduna Threatens Reprisal Attack On Southerners In North Over Edo Killings A police officer from Kaduna State, Hadaina Hussaini Dan-Taki, has threatening reprisal attacks on southerners living in northern Nigeria. Dan-Taki's comment came in response to the killing of 16 northerners in Uromi, Edo State. Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Dan-Taki, through a Facebook post, swore in the name of God, declaring that northerners in the north must take action against southerners.  He further warned that southerners had forgotten that their families were living in the north, vowing that "within one week, the southerners shall see the result." The post quickly attracted widespread condemnation from social media users, many of whom called out Dan-Taki for inflaming ethnic tensions, especially given his public position as a police officer.  Many expressed concern that his actions could further exacerbate divisions, with some highlighting his police uniform in the co...
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I LODGE IN A HOTEL WITH AKIN LEWIS WHEN SOME KIDNAPPERS BROKE THE DOOR AND TOOK ME AWAY-REGINA CHUKWU. (PHOTO).

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 I lodge In a hotel with Akin lewis when some kìdnappers broke the door and took me away Nollywood actress Regina Chukwu has revealed what happened to her when she was lodged in the same hotel with actor Akin Lewis after working together on a movie set, while also stating what the unknown gùnmen did to her before setting her free. In a video that was posted on the official Y0uTube channel of Regina Chukwu TV, she made it known that she lodged in a hotel with actor Akin Lewis when the kîdnappers f0rcefully br0ke the door and took her away. In her statement, she said, "I was invited to a movie set where I was supposed to spend a day, but the producer insisted that I should spend the night because Akin Lewis has to leave the movie set early in the morning. I was taken to a hotel with Akin Lewis to pass the night, and when we got there, I discovered that the hotel was full of pr0stitutes, so I told the producer and Akin Lewis that I wasn't going to stay in the hotel. Akin Lewis pl...
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WIKE UNDER INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL- IJAW LEADER BLASTS FCT MINISTER. (PHOTO).

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 Wike under influence of alcohol – Ijaw leader blasts FCT Minister The President of the Ijaw National Congress, INC, Professor Benjamin Okaba, has strongly criticized the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over his recent remarks regarding the Ijaw ethnic group. Okaba described Wike as a “careless speaker” who often makes unguarded statements, sometimes under the influence of alcohol. The criticism follows Wike’s controversial claim that the Ijaws are a minority ethnic group in Nigeria. His statement, made during a press briefing on the ongoing political crisis between him and his successor as Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has sparked outrage among Ijaw leaders. Speaking on Arise Television’s The Morning Show on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Okaba dismissed Wike’s comment, emphasizing that the Ijaws are among the four largest ethnic groups in Nigeria. “The person you’re talking about (Wike) could say anything under the influence of alcohol and later deb...
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LAGOS TOURISM TO HOST NIGERIA'S BIGGEST SMEs TRADE FAIR WITH ₦5 BILLION SALES TARGET . (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LAGOS TOURISM TO HOST NIGERIA'S BIGGEST SMEs TRADE FAIR WITH ₦5 BILLION SALES TARGET  •Aregbe reaffirms govt’s commitment to supporting local businesses, entrepreneurs The 2025 Lagos Tourism NBC Trade Fair is set to become Nigeria’s largest trade and commerce gathering, with an anticipated ₦5 billion in sales, over 220 vendors, and an expected 75,000 attendees in three days. The second edition of this partnership between Naija Brand Chick and Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture is focused on leveraging entertainment to further drive trade. The fair will take place from Friday, April 11, to Sunday, April 13, at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr Idris Aregbe, on Tuesday, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs in the state with different initiatives.  He said, “The essence of tour...
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3 SIBLINGS CHARGED AFTER AN 18-YEAR-OLD WAS FOUND TIED TO A BED AND DIED FROM STARVATION. (PHOTO).

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 3 siblings charged after an 18-year-old Cedar Rapids, Iowa man was found tied to a bed and deceased from starvation.  Police in Cedar Rapids were called to the report of a deceased individual on November 9th, 2024. When authorities arrived on the scene they discovered 18-year-old Ezekiel Baseme, deceased.   According to family members, Ezekiel was suffering from a severe mental break a few days earlier. The family claimed Ezekiel had not been eating or sleeping. They said "he had been acting aggressively towards them and they were worried he might harm someone else or himself, so two of his brothers were forced to tie him down to a mattress". The brothers said they kept watch over him and when they offered him food or water he would become aggressive again. The brothers claimed at some point while checking on Ezekiel they realized he was stiff and cold to the touch. After finding their brother obviously deceased the siblings waited a day before notifying authorities...
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EBONYI GOVERNOR ORDERS ARREST OF 6 COMMISSIONERS OVER CONTRACT BREACH. (PHOTO).

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  Abakaliki, Ebonyi State - In a shocking move, Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has ordered the arrest of six commissioners and the suspension of the Chairman of Afikpo Local Government Area, Mr. Timothy Nwachi, over alleged involvement in a breach of contract for the construction of 140 housing units for Izzo and Amaze communities. The affected commissioners, who were declared wanted by the state government before their arrest, are: - Professor Omari Omaka (Tertiary Education) - Victor Chukwu (Environment) - Ifeanyi Ogbuewu (Culture and Tourism) - Uchenna Igwe (Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters) - Moses Ekuma (Health) - Felix Igboke (Project Monitoring) According to the Chairman of the State Executive Council Committee on Izzo and Amaze Housing Project, Ilang Donatus, the governor took the action due to the slow pace of work on the project, which was intended to be completed in time for his two-year anniversary in office. "The governor is not happy over the pace of t...
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MIRACLE IN UMUAHIA: CHURCH ROOF COLLAPSE DURING STORM LEAVES NO FATALITIES. (PHOTO).

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  A devastating storm in Umuahia, Abia State, caused the roof of the Methodist Church Nigeria, All Saints Cathedral, to collapse, but miraculously, no lives were lost. The incident occurred during a powerful windstorm that preceded an evening downpour, leaving many in shock. The collapse happened while youths of the church were holding a meeting inside the cathedral. Despite the terrifying incident, all attendees managed to escape unharmed, except for one person who sustained minor injuries. The storm's fierce winds also uprooted economic trees, brought down electric poles, and damaged the roofs of several residential buildings in the area. The Bishop of Umuahia East Diocese, Rt. Rev. Best Okike, lamented the extent of the damage, noting that the storm struck unexpectedly. "The tornado had destroyed everything," Bishop Okike said. "The speed of the wind is terrible, and people were inside here, holding a meeting; they managed to struggle out." Very Rev. Bright M...
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PORTABLE AND SPEED DARLINGTON TO SETTLE FEUD IN CELEBRITY BOXING MATCH. (PHOTO).

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 Portable and Speed Darlington to Settle Feud in Celebrity Boxing Match A highly anticipated celebrity boxing match is set to take place on April 18, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos State, featuring controversial Nigerian musicians Speed Darlington and Portable. The feud between the two artists began in March when Darlington offered Portable N500,000 to perform at his forthcoming show. Portable deemed the amount "ridiculous" and tagged Darlington "poor," stating that he charges N20 million for performances. The exchange escalated, with Portable challenging Darlington to a fight and boasting that he would emerge victorious, just as he did in a previous celebrity boxing match against popular actor Charles Okocha in December 2023. Following widespread demand from netizens, the match has been organized, with the promoter, Mygamerush, announcing the fight on Instagram, billing it as a battle for "ultimate street supremacy" between two "str...
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JUNTA-RULED GUINEA SETS REFERENDUM FOR SEPTEMBER IN POTENTIAL STEP TO DEMOCRACY. (PHOTO).

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 Junta-ruled Guinea sets referendum for September in potential step to democracy Guinea's military leader has set September 21, 2025, as the date for a constitutional referendum, according to a decree read out on state television on Tuesday evening, in a potential first step towards returning to constitutional democracy, Reuters reported. Mamady Doumbouya seized power in a coup in September 2021, and in 2022 proposed a two-year transition to elections but then did not take steps to organise a vote. Guinea, a bauxite and iron ore-producer, is one of several West African countries where the military has taken power and stalled a return to civilian rule. It missed a December 31, 2024 deadline that military authorities had set for a return to a civilian administration. In July 2024 the junta presented a draft of a new constitution which may allow Doumbouya to participate in the next presidential election. Authorities have said a referendum on the draft constitution would be a precursor...
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WATER AID NIGERIA RENOVATES ODO-NLA PHC, INSTALLS 12,000 LITRE WATER PLANT, WASH MAINTENANCE KITS . (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 WATER AID NIGERIA RENOVATES ODO-NLA PHC, INSTALLS 12,000 LITRE WATER PLANT, WASH MAINTENANCE KITS  The Odo-Nla Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) in Ikorodu North LCDA has undergone a major transformation, thanks to WaterAid Nigeria, which spearheaded its renovation and the installation of a 12,000-litre water plant to enhance healthcare service delivery.  The official commissioning and handover ceremony, held on March 25, 2025, also included the presentation of two sets of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) maintenance kits, aimed at promoting hygiene and infection control within the facility. The event, which brought together key stakeholders, highlighted the importance of clean water and sanitation in delivering quality healthcare services.  Dr. Dayo Lajide, Permanent Secretary of Lagos State Health District II, expressed appreciation for WaterAid Nigeria’s efforts and emphasised the critical role of a clean and safe environment in healthcare. In her words, “Thes...
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REPS INDICT HAJJ COMMISSION OVER N90BN SIUBSIDY. (PHOTO).

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 Reps indict Hajj commission over N90bn subsidy The House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria over the 2024 Hajj exercise has found the commission guilty of several infractions. Chaired by the member representing Jibia/Kaita Federal Constituency in Katsina State, Sada Soli, the committee has submitted its report, outlining its findings and recommending reforms to prevent similar issues in future Hajj operations. At a plenary on July 14, 2024, presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, the House set up the ad hoc committee to probe the operations of NAHCON and the Federal Capital Territory Administration Muslim Pilgrims Board following a motion sponsored by Mr. Omar Bio, representing Buruten/Kaima Federal Constituency of Kwara State. In May 2024, the Bola Tinubu-led government provided a N90bn subsidy for the Hajj exercise. This move sparked discontent among many Nigerians, particularly in light of the ongoing hardships exacerbated...
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FAMILY SEEKS HELP AS KIDNAPPER ABDUCTS 5-YEAR-OKD DAUGHTER IN LAGOS. (PHOTO)..

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 Family seeks help as kidnapper abducts five-year-old daughter in Lagos The family of Memunah Abdulrahman is appealing to the public for assistance after their five-year-old daughter was abducted by a suspected kidnapper in the Ejigbo area of the state. PUNCH Metro learnt on Tuesday that the missing girl was abducted on March 9, 2025, while she and her sister were returning from an Islamic school. According to sources, upon reaching a popular supermarket in the community, the suspect approached Abdulrahman and her sister and led them inside the store. While pretending to buy them some items at the supermarket, PUNCH Metro gathered that the suspect disappeared with Memunah, leaving her sister behind. After the incident was reported at the Ejigbo Divisional Police Headquarters, the police reviewed the CCTV footage, which revealed the suspect abducting the child and escaping in a tricycle. Speaking to PUNCH Metro on Tuesday, Abdulrahman’s distraught mother, Mrs Bashirah, pleaded with ...
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WOMEN AFFAIRS COMMISSIONER OBINABO URGES MOTHERS SERIOUS INVOLVEMENT IN CHILDREN'S UPBRINGING. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Women Affairs Commissioner Obinabo Urges Mothers Serious Involvement In Children's Upbringing By Michael Ezenwata The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs.Ify Obinabo has encouraged mothers in the state to spend quality time with their children to enhance their proper upbringing. Mrs.Obinabo made the call at the feast of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary organized by the Catholic Women Organization of St.Patrick's Cathedral Parish, Awka. According to the commissioner who spoke on the theme of the feast and 2025 Mothering Sunday,"A Hopeful Woman Walks And Works By Faith,' women should exercise their motherly role by interrogating the source of wealth of their children and monitoring their actions. To achieve that in a difficult economic situation in the country,Mrs.Obinabo urged them to exercise hope and faith in God. She further used the forum to appreciate Governor Soludo's giant strides at three years in office and the wife's supp...
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