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  Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, releases names of students who dress indecently.  More photos below. 

 APC National Chairman Umar Ganduje resigns In a surprise move, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has resigned from his position, effective immediately. Mr Ganduje, a former Governor of Kano State, cited health reasons for his decision, stating that he needs to focus on his well-being. Background Mr Ganduje’s tenure as APC chairman has been marked by controversy and challenges. He was elected as the APC National Chairman in August 2023, amidst internal party conflicts. Prior to his election, Mr Ganduje served as the Governor of Kano State from 2015 to 2023. Resignation and Allegations While Mr Ganduje’s resignation letter attributes his decision to health concerns, sources familiar with the matter suggest that political tension within the party may have also played a role in his decision to step down. Allegations of financial impropriety have also been linked to his resignation, with some party members reportedly protesting “exces...

 The cultural divide in America just got a courtroom.  Donald Trump has filed a defamation lawsuit against rock legend Bruce Springsteen, citing "false, malicious, and damaging statements" made during recent concerts and interviews.  The case stems from Springsteen's June 3rd Philadelphia concert where he called Trump "a conman who tried to hijack democracy and sell it back to us at a profit." This isn't just about two public figures - it's about the clash between artistic expression and political accountability.

 Talk about a career plot twist! Oscar winner Whoopi Goldberg has officially joined the cast of "Un Posto Al Sole," Italy's longest-running soap opera, for multiple episodes airing in 2026.  The EGOT winner called it "a crazy idea" but says she's thrilled to be part of the show's 30th anniversary celebration.  Her character will be part of a special storyline that bridges American and Italian television. What do you think about this unexpected crossover? 

  PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU, COMRADE STAFF OF NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES AND NIGERIAN STUDENTS: PROMISES MADE AND KEPT AS P-BAT SUCCEEDS WHERE OTHER LEADERS MET “RESTRAINTS”*                     By  *PROF. YEMI OKE, SAN Ph.D, FCIT, FCArb.* *Background:* On Tuesday evening of June 24, 2025, I received a payment alert for the long-fought Earned Academic Allowances (EAA) which had been owed to university teachers for close to two decades. As a University Professor, a six-digit payment (slightly above a million in Nigerian currency) should ordinarily not be significant. The real issue here is not the quantum or the sum, but the thoughtfulness and the fact that President Bola Tinubu, who did not owe but inherited the debt made a promise to pay. Let Nigerians know that the promise has been kept, most conscionably, by the Nigerian President.  It takes a great, courageous leader to consciously take steps to right some institutional wr...

 Court Convicts Man for Hawking Naira Notes in Lagos   The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  on Friday, June 27, 2025, secured the conviction and sentence of one Emmanuel Ayodele Areola before Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos.   Areola was arraigned on a one-count charge of hawking Naira notes to the the tune of N1,061,500 (One Million and Sixty-one Thousand, Five Hundred Naira).    The charge reads: “That you, EMMANUEL AYODELE AREOLA, on the 8th day of November, 2024 in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, engaged in hawking the total sum of N1,061,500 (One Million Sixty one Thousand Five Hundred Naira only) in N200 Naira note denomination, with serial numbers to A/26 306876 to A/26 306976, W/50 084001 to W/50 084901, Z/12 224896 to Z/12224545 and  N500 Naira note denomination, with serial numbers K/06388879 to K/06388980 and K/06 748246 to K/07...

 Kaduna Government Refutes El-Rufai’s Claim Over Projects Commissioned By President Tinubu The Kaduna State Government has rejected claims made by former governor Nasir El-Rufai that all recently commissioned projects in the state by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu were initiated during his tenure. In an official statement released by Ibraheem Musa, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Uba Sani, the government clarified that the projects in question were actually conceptualized and executed under Governor Sani’s administration. The statement, titled “El-Rufai and his litany of lies”, condemned the former governor’s assertions as false and misleading, calling them a deliberate misrepresentation of facts. According to the statement, President Tinubu inaugurated three major initiatives: vocational training and skills development institutes, the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Specialist Hospital in Kaduna, and a fleet of 100 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses. “These projects—specifically, the Abdulkadir ...

Liberia Holds Funeral for Ex-President Samuel Doe, 35 Years After Assassination Liberia on Friday held a state funeral for former President Samuel Doe, 35 years after his brutal assassination, as part of efforts to promote national reconciliation. The ceremony, attended by President Joseph Boakai, took place in Doe’s hometown of Zwedru, alongside the burial of his wife, Nancy, who died in May. Doe, who ruled from 1980 to 1990 after leading a violent coup, was tortured and killed during the country’s civil war—a key turning point in Liberia’s bloody conflict. His legacy remains divisive, seen by some as a brutal dictator and by others as a leader with positive reforms. More photos below. 

 South Korea Arrests 6 Americans for Attempting to Send Bibles, Rice to North Korea South Korean police have arrested six American nationals caught trying to send bottles filled with rice, one-dollar bills, and Bibles to North Korea from Ganghwa Island. The group, aged between their 20s and 50s, was detained early Friday for violating safety laws.  Authorities say the area, just 10km from the North, was declared a danger zone due to past propaganda tensions. President Lee Jae-myung, who recently took office, has adopted a more conciliatory stance, halting loudspeaker broadcasts as North Korea also ceased its own provocative transmissions.

 Retired Police Officers Plan Nationwide Protest Over Pension Scheme Retired police officers under the Contributory Pension Scheme will stage nationwide protests on July 21, 2025, demanding the Nigeria Police exit the scheme. They cite economic hardship, rising deaths among retirees, and government inaction on pension reforms. The protest will be peaceful and span all 36 states. One more photo below. 

  Nigerian Man Arrested in U.S. for Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Targeting Veterans' Health Group Edikan Adiakpan, 33, has been arrested in the U.S. over a business email scam that defrauded multiple organizations, including a veterans’ medical research group. He faces charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and running an unlicensed money transfer operation, with a possible 20-year prison sentence if convicted. One more photo below. 

 Borno Pays ₦529.7m WASSCE Fees for 26,000 Students The Borno State Government has paid ₦529.7 million to cover 2025 WASSCE fees for 26,158 final-year students in public schools.  Commissioner for Education, Lawan Wakilbe, said the move reflects Governor Zulum’s commitment to inclusive education. Since 2019, the state has spent over ₦4.1 billion on exam fees for 165,442 students. WAEC praised the state’s efforts, noting improved access and reduced out-of-school children despite security challenges.

 Kogi Establishes Special Court for Energy Offences Kogi State has set up a special court to handle energy theft, vandalism, and related cases. Chief Magistrate Ajagu Oyiza Josephine Abedoh will lead the court, which is now operational.  Chief Judge Justice Josiah Majebi said cases will be fast-tracked, supported by practice guidelines from NERC. The move aims to strengthen energy infrastructure and boost investor confidence.

 The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has declared Speed Darlington wanted for alleged rape, cyberbullying, and cyberstalking.  A warrant has been issued for his arrest, and NAPTIP is urging the public to provide information on his whereabouts.

 PRESS RELEASE RIVER PARK ESTATE: POLICE CONCLUDES INVESTIGATION, SETS TO PROSECUTE FOREIGN NATIONALS FOR IMPERSONATION, FORGERY The Nigeria Police Force has concluded its investigations into the high-profile case of corporate fraud involving three Ghanaian nationals—Samuel Esson Jonah, Kojo Mensah Ansah, and Victor Quainoo—and a Nigerian accomplice, Abu Arome. The suspects are being accused of orchestrating a sophisticated conspiracy to fraudulently assume control of JonahCapital Nigeria Limited and its interests in Houses for Africa Nigeria Limited and River Park Estate. In-depth investigations revealed that the accused had illegally increased the company’s share capital and allocated 99 million shares to themselves using falsified documents and forged signatures, also falsely presenting themselves as Nigerian citizens to the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) to facilitate their fraudulent activities.  Contrary to claims in some media circles, the suspects have not been exo...

 Sudan’s al-Burhan agrees to ceasefire in El-Fasher after phone call with UN chief Sudan’s Sovereign Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Friday approved a seven-day humanitarian ceasefire in the city of El-Fasher, capital of North Darfur state in western Sudan. The decision came following a phone call from United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, according to a statement from the Sovereign Council, Anadolu Agency reported. Guterres requested the implementation of a week-long truce in the besieged city of El-Fasher to allow humanitarian aid to reach those in need. The statement said Burhan agreed to the ceasefire and emphasised the importance of enforcing relevant UN Security Council resolutions. The Sovereign Council’s statement did not specify when the ceasefire would begin. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which has been locked in a conflict with the army, has not issued any immediate comment. Since May 10, 2024, fierce clashes have erupted between Sudanese army f...

 NNPC Limited raises alarm on smear campaign against its new management This group is actively spreading lies and misinformation simply to discredit NNPC Ltd.’s leadership and derail the organisation’s ongoing transformation into a corruption-free, performance-driven energy company, in line with the mandate of His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Their tactics include planting scandalous and fabricated reports, curated to distract leadership, mislead the public, and undermine the commitment of our dedicated workforce and reform-minded Nigerians.

 Alleged ₦80.2bn Kogi Fraud: Witness Alleges Harassment by Yahaya Bello's Security Aides At the resumed hearing of the alleged ₦80.2 billion Kogi State Government fraud case against former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, Prosecution Counsel Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, raised concerns over harassment of Prosecution Witness Mashelia Aryan Mashelia Bata, a ComplianceOfficer with Zenith bank, PW4. Pinheiro informed the court that PW4 was allegedly harassed by one or two security aides attached to the defendant, describing it as a “serious interference with the criminal justice process.” In response, Defence Counsel J.B. Daudu, SAN, expressed doubt that the individuals involved were the defendant’s security personnel but promised to investigate the incident. “This is not the first witness to testify and none have been harassed. However, I will look into it and get back to the court on the next adjourned date. I will ...

 IT'S WEIRD TO OWN MANY CARS - MADE KUTI Made, grandson of the legendary Afrobeats musician, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, said he finds it weird to own several cars. “I just find it weird to own so many cars,” he said. “I’m the kind of person who just does what he wants. Maybe my dad was very clever with how he raised us. I don’t care much about materialistic things." Made Kuti said cars depreciate fast and do not provide real material joy to people. According to him, personal development is more important than accumulating physical possessions.  "How many cars do you need to drive? I genuinely don’t understand why you need 7, 8 cars. They are depreciating assets. In the next couple of years, they will depreciate."

 Troy Cannon, the former Marion County (Illinois) coroner has been charged with seven aggravated criminal sexual abuse charges against minor children that were in his care. This totals seven class one felonies. He could face multiple years in prison.  The courts admonished Troy Cannon and put on record they found him to be a dangerous individual to any females under the age of 18 years old in the community. The court also stated that he is considered to be dangerous to the children involved in this case, as well as their mother.  Troy Cannon is being held in jail due to these circumstances. He will be in court on July 2nd.  I spoke to a detective about this case early on, and he stated that he would urge anyone that is a victim to come forward and speak to the Marion County Sheriff's Department.  We are so proud of the victims that came forward.

 An 11-year-old Florida girl was killed and her 8-year-old cousin was seriously injured in a tubing accident while celebrating the end of the school year. 8-year-old Lalia and 9-year-old Brylee were spending a fun day barbecuing and playing on the water with their 11-year-old cousin Jordan on Friday, June 20th. The girls were spending the day with their aunt and uncle while their mother, Kristine Robinson, was in the NICU with her newborn 'micro-preemie' baby.  This fun family outing quickly turned to tragedy while the three young girls were tubing. Reports on how the incident unfolded are unclear, but regardless of how it happened, the results were devastating. At some point, while tubing, the 3 girls crashed while in the tube. The accident claimed the life of 11-year-old Jordan and left 8-year-old Lalia severely injured.  Although details aren't readily available, Lalia's mother Kristine has stated that Jordan died as a hero, sacrificing herself for her younger cousin...

 Amber Alert issued for Idaho children that were kidnapped by a fundamentalist group. 15-year-old Rochelle and 13-year-old Allen Fischer were last seen at approximately 7.p.m. on Sunday, June 22nd in Monteview, Idaho.  The two siblings' mother believes they have been taken by a Christian fundamentalist group of which she was once a member. Elizabeth Roundy said her and her children were part of FLDS, a group with ties to the Church of Latter Day Saints. Roundy explained that after being granted custody of her two kids, the group completely took over the children. She stated they actively tried to keep her separate from her children.  Recently, the members of the group sent Roundy away; saying that she needed to repent. After being sent away to repent, Roundy began to question the groups motives. She then decided she needed to get her children and make a clean break from the group. However, upon returning, members of the group declared Roundy an "Apostate" and banned her f...

 ‎Kenyan Court Declares Nnamdi Kanu’s Abduction And Rendition To Nigeria Illegal, Awards ₦120Million In Damages ‎ ‎A High Court in Nairobi, Kenya, has declared the abduction and detention of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, along with his subsequent extradition to Nigeria in June 2021, as unlawful and illegal. ‎ ‎Delivering judgment, Justice E.C. Mwita held that the actions of both the Kenyan and Nigerian governments amounted to gross violations of Kanu’s fundamental human rights as protected by their respective constitutions. ‎ ‎The court also awarded Kanu 10 million Kenyan shillings which is equivalent to N120 million Naira in compensatory damages against the Kenyan government for its role in the unlawful abduction and rendition. ‎ ‎Meanwhile, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has hailed the judgment as a landmark victory, saying it vindicates the group’s long-standing position since what it described as the sham and farcical trial of its leader in Nig...

 KAZIM ADEOTI REVEALS WHY HE MARRIED ACTRESS MERCY AIGBE Movie marketer and CEO of IbakaTV, Kazim Adeoti, has revealed why he married actress Mercy Aigbe as his second wife. Aigbe married Adeoti in 2022 and she converted to Islam in 2023 in line with her new husband's religion. While Adeoti claimed to have known Aigbe for many years before they formed a romantic relationship, he disclosed that he had always been drawn to her honestly and directness in all things. “Mercy Aigbe is someone that I’ve known for a long time," he stated. "I knew she was an actress even before we met in person. When I got into the industry, I worked with many people, including her. What I love and admire most about her is that she’s truthful and straightforward." Adeoti further revealed that his business has benefited from the actress' professional experience, industry influence, and helpful advice in all things.

 VICTOR OSIMHEN ACQUIRES 2025 ROLLS-ROYCE CULLINAN WORTH N1.1 BILLION Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been seen driving around in a brand-new 2025 Rolls-Royce Cullinan which tech analysts said is worth N1.1 billion. Fans said the Napoli/Galatasaray top-scorer just acquired the wonder-on-wheels that comes with a 6.75-litre V12 engine, state-of-the-art technology, and a design tailored for both comfort and performance. Worth approximately $1.2 billion, the alleged acquisition of the latest car model is proof that Osimhen values high-end autos as much as Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy among others do. More photos below. 

 MAN UNTRACEABLE AFTER DEPOSITING N45M FOR CAR SINCE 2023 A car dealer has been unable to trace a customer that paid N45 million for a car but refused to collect it since 2023. According to a X post by the CEO of Echidiime Motors Limited, the customer paid for the car but has not made any contact to collect it. The customer acquired via TikTok but his social media account is now deleted and no way to trace him out. “A client paid for a vehicle worth ₦45 million and ghosted us since 2023. We’ve tried calling, texting, and reaching out to his bank—but nothing. His TikTok account has been deleted too.” The auto dealer also said the bank that processed the payment refused to give out information about the man or assist in any way, leaving the dealership to cry out on social media.

 Chinese premier meets Senegal's counterpart Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Prime Minister of Senegal Ousmane Sonko in Beijing on Friday, Xinhua reported. Li said over the years, China and Senegal have respected each other, treated each other as equals, and carried out mutually beneficial cooperation in a sincere and friendly manner, achieving fruitful results. China is willing to enhance solidarity and cooperation with Senegal, continue two-way support, expand practical cooperation, and firmly walk hand in hand on the road to modernization, he said. Li noted that China stands ready to strengthen the docking of development strategies with Senegal, promote the quality and efficiency of cooperation in various fields, and continuously enhance the internal impetus for development. He called on both sides to make good use of trade and investment facilitation measures, expand the scale of bilateral trade, and explore cooperation potential in areas such as agricultural product processi...

 Tinubu met Davido, Jandor but denied me access – Ex-presidential aide, Audu President Bola Tinubu’s former Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs, Aliyu Audu, has tackled the president over non-access to him while working in the presidency. Audu said he never met with Tinubu during his almost two years working as his spokesman. A few weeks ago, Audu had resigned from his position as SSA on Public Affairs. However, he berated the president for meeting with Nigerian singer, David Adeleke aka, Davido and Lagos politician, Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, but failed to grant him access. In an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Thursday evening, the former presidential aide vowed to work against Tinubu’s reelection. He said: “I worked for the President for nearly two years. I didn’t have a sit down with him. I’m one of his spokesperson but he sat with Davido, who insulted him a couple of weeks before. “Then he sat with that Jandor, who didn’t even come second in Lagos elect...

 Kate Henshaw warns against surrogacy risks, calls for protection   Actress Kate Henshaw has expressed concerns about surrogacy, highlighting the potential exploitation of financially vulnerable individuals. In an interview on News Central, Henshaw emphasised the need for robust laws and regulations to protect surrogates’ rights and well-being. Henshaw noted that surrogacy should be approached with caution, considering the emotional and physical risks involved. She called for stricter laws in Nigeria to govern surrogacy arrangements, prioritising the health and safety of all parties involved. She said, “Surrogacy is a means to exploit people who are not financially capable, you just pay them as they have a child for me. But then what will, what will make you want to look after them? Are you bound under any laws or legal framework to make sure that they are taken care of before and after they deliver the baby for you? “What are the documents that are signed? There’s just so muc...

 Catholic church lied on Owo cenotaph – Ondo govt fires back …Says Bishop issued false ultimatum just 48 hours after submitting letter …The church must live in peace with its host — Govt warns The Ondo State Government has strongly rejected allegations made by the Catholic Diocese of Ondo over the controversial demolition of the Owo Memorial Park, accusing the Church of deliberately misleading the public and issuing a premature ultimatum without exhausting established dialogue channels. The statement, issued in response to a public circular signed by Bishop Jude Arogundade, stated that the Diocese submitted a letter to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on Monday, June 23, 2025, seeking a meeting over the matter but went public with accusations just 48 hours later, on Wednesday, June 25, claiming the government failed to respond within 72 hours. In a statement issued on Thursday signed by Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, the state condemned the Dioce...

 NLC Threatens Shutdown of FCT Over Area Council Workers’ Strike The FCT chapter of the Nigerian Labour Congress has threatened to shut down Abuja after July 3 over the prolonged strike by area council workers. NLC Chairman, Dr Stephen Knabayi, said the action aims to pressure FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to address the shutdown of primary health centres and schools across the territory.

 PRESS RELEASE NSC IS OPTIMISTIC, EXPRESSES FINANCIAL READINESS TO HOLD ANOTHER EPOCH CHAMPS IN ABEOKUTA  Following the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta titled OgunGateway 2024 which was adjudged  the best in the history of Nigeria, the National Sports Commission leadership has once again expressed its  optimism and financial capacity  to host another epoch making event called  Conference of African Athletes (CAA) U20/U18 African Junior Championship in Abeokuta, come July 16 to 20, 2025. Speaking during a World Press Conference at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Media Center in Abuja, the Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade who is also the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) said, when the Chairman of the National Sports Commission Mallam Shehu Dikko appointed by President  Bola Ahmed Tinubu, he was clear on his  intention. "To empower young people through sports; creating sports economy wit...