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 ANAMBRA POLICE RECOVER TWO STOLEN VEHICLES IN OBOSI AND ASABA THROUGH INTELLIGENCE-LED OPERATIONS The Anambra State Police Command, under the Ogidi Area Command, has recorded significant breakthroughs in its ongoing efforts to combat vehicle theft and armed robbery. Two stolen vehicles were successfully recovered on July 12, 2025, in separate intelligence-led operations. Acting swiftly on the intelligence-led information, the Divisional Police Officer Obosi led a team of police operatives, in collaboration with local vigilante personnel, in a coordinated search and recovered an abandoned 2005 model Toyota RAV-4, red in colour, with registration number YAB 122 AZ (Abuja) at along Fresh Air Hotel Road, near Holy Trinity Catholic Parish, Odume-Isiowulu, Obosi. The vehicle was reported snatched from the owner in the early hours of 11th July 2025 by three armed men in Oba. In a related development, and furtherance of a prior case reported on 6th July 2025,  the Anambra State Polic...

 The King of Swaziland, Mswati III, has reportedly given his 10 wives R80 million to go on a shopping spree in Dubai and Indonesia in Asia. According to Swaziland News, they are travelling with 70 royal guards who were each given R500 000 as a travelling allowance.

 BARR. NNAMDI ANAGOR ASSUMES OFFICE AS NBA CHAIRMAN AWKA BRANCH On Saturday, 12th July 2025, a momentous occasion unfolded at the Awka Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) as Barrister Nnamdi Raphael Anagor, Esq. was inaugurated as the Chairman, leading a dedicated team of executives. I am particularly elated by this development, fully cognizant of Barr. Anagor's pragmatic and proactive approach to administrative responsibilities, as well as his fervent commitment to advancing the legal profession in Nigeria. It is noteworthy that during Barr. Olumide Akpata's tenure as the National President of the NBA, Barr. Nnamdi Anagor served as the National Financial Secretary, where he showcased his expertise in financial management, making substantial contributions to the achievements of that administration.  Moreover, this legal luminary has held various significant positions within the NBA, including being a member of the General Council of the Bar. Thus, it is safe to affirm...

 The public is hereby notified that SULE JOSEPH ENEJO, whose photograph appears above is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of Cybercrime and Impersonation.  Enejo is 46 year-old and his last known address is: F14, Citec Estate, Mount Plea Estate, Life Camp, Abuja.

 EFCC Arrests Six for Alleged Internet Fraud in Uyo   Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC, Uyo Zonal Directorate, have  arrested six suspected  internet fraudsters at Ekamba and Ekpri Nsukara areas of Nwaniba, in Akwa Ibom State. Four of the suspects were arrested at Ekamba Nsukara, while the other two were apprehended at Ekpri Nsukara. The intelligence -driven arrest led to the recovery of the following items, eight mobile phones and two laptops. The suspects will be charged to court soon.

 Ghanaian soldier who rejected galamsey bribe gets promotion and UN posting It was during a routine guard duty at the Bibiani Gold Mines late last year that 30-year-old soldier Solomon Asare Teye-Tsu made a decision that would change his life.  Offered a large bribe by illegal miners seeking access to restricted pits, he chose integrity over personal gain — and swiftly handed the offenders over to authorities. His courageous action earned him national recognition, and now, a well-deserved promotion.  At a durbar held at Burma Hall, Burma Camp, on Friday, July 11, 2025, the Ghana Armed Forces promoted him from Private to Lance Corporal. The promotion was announced by the Chief of the Defence Staff. Currently stationed at the Department of Public Relations, L/Cpl Teye-Tsu was also presented with another citation and nominated for deployment with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon as part of his reward. Previously honoured by a private security firm for the same act...

 She was just 26 – Ghanaian student Belinda Sarkodie shot dead in Hamilton Canada, eyewitness shares details  A 26-year old Ghanaian woman, Belinda Sarkodie was ĝunned down at a bus stop on Friday, July 11, 2025 In Hamilton, Ontario. “Belinda was just 26 years old. She moved to Canada to pursue her education and build a future,” an eyewitness, a fellow Ghanaian, recalled tearfully.  “It was my day off, and I was on my way to shop when I saw her going about her errands. I never imagined it would turn into a day of such unimaginable grief.” Authorities believe the sh00ting is tied to gang v,iolence, a growing concern in parts of Hamilton.  Sarkodie’s d,eath has not only shaken the local community but also reignited fear among students and immigrants pursuing better lives in Canada.

 Ghanaian billionaire Richard Nii Armarh Quaye to open a special restaurant where people can walk in and eat for free Richard Nii Amarh Quaye has announced a new initiative to tackle food insecurity in Ghana, unveiling plans to launch a nationwide Food Bank Project starting August 1, 2025. “This project reflects my lifelong commitment to uplifting as many Ghanaians as possible, ensuring no one is left behind,” Quaye stated.  “Like Abraham Maslow, who placed food as a fundamental need in his Hierarchy of Needs, I believe all of us see access to food as a basic human right.” The Food Bank will deliver free, nutritious meals to vulnerable individuals through a vast network of food vendors and distribution centres across the country. Spearheaded by the Richard Nii Amarh Quaye Foundation, the project is driven by a personal mission to serve others. As a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist, Quaye’s consistent impact in business and social intervention continues to touch thousands...

  Malik Tillman joins Bayer Leverkusen from PSV on a deal until 2030 At Bayer Leverkusen, Tillman has signed a five-year contract. The former Bayern Munich talent cost Bayer Leverkusen a reported €40 million - a record for a PSV player. The 23-year-old Tillman returns to Germany two years after leaving Bayern Munich to join PSV Eindhoven on loan. In the summer of 2024, after a successful season with PSV, Tillman made the permanent move to the 26-time Eredivisie champions. The American international was one of PSV's star players as they won their second consecutive league title, scoring 12 goals and providing two assists in 26 league games. The talented midfielder scored six goals from outside the box last season, more than any other player from the 10 best European leagues, according to Opta. In 73 games for the Eindhoven club, Tillman has scored 25 goals and provided 16 assists. Bayern Munich, which had negotiated a buy-back clause into Tillman's PSV contract, had a so-called ...

 Grealish makes Man City feelings very clear after brutal Club World Cup axe Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola decided not to take Jack Grealish to the Club World Cup this summer and his future has been left uncertain, but that hasn't stopped the England star from singing the club's praises Jack Grealish has broken his silence on his future after being axed from Manchester City's Club World Cup squad, insisting he loves the club "more than anything". Grealish has been cast aside by Pep Guardiola, who opted not to include him in their travelling group headed to the United States for the revamped tournament this summer. A return to former club Aston Villa has been talked about, as has a move to Tottenham or Everton, but Grealish remains in the dark about his next move. Grealish was spotted by a fan at a festival this week and was filmed giving a ringing endorsement of the club, despite looking likely to move towards the exit door. "You know what bro, I love Ci...

 Enzo Maresca reveals who made the decision that Noni Madueke would leave Chelsea Enzo Maresca has revealed who was behind the decision to allow Noni Madueke to leave Chelsea for Arsenal. The two London clubs have come to an agreement for the transfer of the 23-year-old England star, with a £52million deal close to being completed for the wide man. Personal terms over a five-year deal have already been agreed, as reported in this week's Chelsea Confidential on Mail Sport. It's a transfer that has raised a few eyebrows given the obvious potential of the player, while one of Arsenal's stars already occupied Madueke's best position on the right ring in Bukayo Saka. Still, Madueke has left the Blues camp at the Club World Cup to complete the move, with a formal announcement expected in the near future. Now, Blues boss Maresca has revealed who had the call for the player to move on - and it was Madueke himself. 'Noni is in contact with a new club,' Maresca said. ...

 Marcus Rashford becomes Barcelona's top left-wing target - Sky in Germany Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is now Barcelona's clear left-wing target, according to Sky in Germany. Barca are expected to try and agree a deal and are "prepared to go all-in".. This is because Liverpool have rejected their advances for Luis Diaz, and Nico Williams has signed a new deal at Athletic Club. Sky Sports News has already reported that Rashford is keen to join Barcelona. The forward has returned to Carrington despite being offered extra time off and is training away from the first team, using the medical and rehab facilities. The 27-year-old is among five Man Utd players who can explore a potential move away after expressing a desire to leave. Matheus Cunha has taken the No 10 shirt from Rashford, who said he wanted a "new challenge" before joining Aston Villa for the second half of last season. One source has told Sky Sports News it has been made clear to Rashf...

 Viktor Gyokeres gives Man Utd 'a second look' as Arsenal transfer stalls Arsenal's move for Viktor Gyokeres has stalled due to Sporting Lisbon's asking price and reports from Portugal have claimed that Manchester United could re-enter the race Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly reconsidering a move to Manchester United after Arsenal's talks with Sporting Lisbon reached an impasse. Gyokeres had made it clear that he wants to join the Gunners, but Sporting's demands have complicated things. They want a fee of around £68million for the striker, who has scored 97 goals in 102 games across all competitions since joining Sporting from Coventry in 2023, but Arsenal have yet to meet their demands. As a result, a new report from Portuguese outlet Correio da Manha is claiming that Gyokeres is 'rethinking' his future and is now 'giving Manchester United a second look'. The 27-year-old has a strong relationship with United boss Ruben Amorim, who was the man in c...

 BUKOLA SARAKI HOSTS NEW LAWYERS AT DINNER PARTY  Senator Bukola Saraki hosted more than 100 new law graduates to a dinner party on Friday. These were students from Kwara State that were assisted through law school by the Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation. The former governor expressed joy that the Kwara indigenes will be legal experts that will drive human rights and justice throughout the state and beyond. "I had the privilege of hosting a celebratory dinner for Kwara State’s newest lawyers — our freshly minted “new wigs” from the Nigerian Law School," Saraki stated. According to him, "the dinner itself was a modest token of how much we appreciate and care about them. "For many years, through the Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation, we have supported aspiring lawyers from Kwara State and across Nigeria, covering law school tuition for hundreds of students each year and providing essential items like wigs and gowns."

 Liberia says 'no offence taken' over Trump's praise of president's English Liberia's president was "honoured" to meet US counterpart Donald Trump this week and wasn't offended by Trump's comment about his fluency in English -- his mother tongue -- Liberia's foreign minister said. The US president's gaffe has even inspired a catchy tribute song in the west African country, Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti told AFP. Trump praised President Joseph Boakai on Wednesday on his English-speaking skills, apparently unaware that English is the official language of Liberia. Responding to remarks Boakai made at a White House mini-summit alongside the presidents of five mineral-rich, French-speaking countries in west Africa, the US leader said: "Such good English... Where were you educated?" ‘No offence taken’ Boakai - who, like most Liberians, speaks English as a first language - laughed and replied he had been educated in his home coun...

 LASG URGES PROPERTY DEVELOPERS TO OBTAIN DRAINAGE CLEARANCE, EIA BEFORE RECLAMATION The Lagos State Government on Friday urged property developers to always obtain Drainage Clearance and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) from the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources before reclamation/dredging and sand filling to avert any form of disaster in future in the State.  Speaking with journalists at Orange Island during an inspection tour to some areas in Lekki, Eti-Osa LGA, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab said that the government would not condone further illegal dredging/reclamation across the state.  He said the EIA/Drainage clearance would ensure that the reclamation does not extend beyond the drainage alignment and the discharge of stormwater does not affect the ecosystem. Wahab said the team had to visit the Orange Island following several complaints from residents, directing that the ongoing illegal dredging/recl...

 LAGOS REOPENS PURPLE MALL FOR BUSINESS The Lagos State Government on Thursday announced the re-opening of the Purple Mall located at Freedom Way, Lekki Phase I, Lekki for business activities. The Honourable Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab gave the directive when he led top government officials to inspect the premises of Purple Mall on Thursday. He stated that immediately after the incident was brought to his attention, the State Government called for an investigation and all supporting documents from Purple Mall. "We called for all supporting documents and an investigation after the incident. And in fairness, at the end of the day, we found out that due diligence was observed and that they have the necessary paperwork", Wahab said. "The Mall cannot be sealed indefinitely while the other investigation is still ongoing. We were satisfied with our administrative end of the investigation. What we can't control is the investigation...

 LAGOS CJ INAUGURATES LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION TRIBUNAL PANELS  The Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, on Friday inaugurated two panels of the Local Government Election Appeal Tribunal in preparation for the forthcoming council elections in the state. The tribunal has been split into two divisions to sit in Lagos Island and Ikeja, with each comprising four experienced Chief Magistrates and chaired by respected retired High Court Judges. Justice Taofikat Oyinkan-Abdullahi (Rtd) will lead the Lagos Island Panel, which also includes Magistrates Michael Olubi, Olaitan Ajayi, Salamah Matepo, and Hotepo Lazarus. The Ikeja Panel is chaired by Justice Sherifah Solebo (Rtd) and comprises Magistrates Davies Rasak, Oluwatosin Fowowe-Erusiafe, Adepeju Odusanya, and Lynda Balogun. In his remarks at the inauguration ceremony held at the Ikeja High Court Conference Room, the Chief Judge charged the tribunal members to discharge their duties with utmost integr...

 EFCC Monitors Local Government Elections in Lagos Operatives of the Lagos Directorates 1 and 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Saturday joined other law enforcement agencies in monitoring the conduct of Local Government Elections across Lagos State. The deployment was part of efforts to curb vote buying and ensure strict compliance with electoral laws. The operation was led by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 and Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman, CE Michael Nzekwe and acting Director, Lagos Directorate 2, ACE I Ahmed Ghali, the EFCC operatives monitored polling activities in several key areas across the state. Their visible presence at the grassroots level underscored the Commission’s unwavering commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and institutional vigilance in Nigeria’s electoral processes. Reports from the field indicated that the election exercise was largely peaceful, with many voters expressing appreciation for the EFCC’s proac...

 Chris Brown pleads not guilty to nightclub bottle attack charges On July 11, Chris Brown appeared at Southwark Crown Court in London, where he formally denied all three charges related to a 2023 nightclub assault at Tape in Mayfair. Brown, alongside co-defendant Omololu Akinlolu, is accused of striking a man with a bottle, then continuing the attack across the venue. Brown was also charged with carrying an offensive weapon in a public place. He was arrested earlier this year in Manchester and released on bail after paying a £5 million security fee. A trial is scheduled for October 26, 2026, expected to span five to seven days.

 Gov Soludo has buried the False Narative That Northerners Are Responsible For All The Terrorism In SouthEast- Femi Fani-Kayode(Former minister of Aviation) ‎ ‎Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has reacted to recent comments made by Anambra State Governor, Professor Charles Soludo, concerning the true identity of those behind killings and kidnappings in the South-East. ‎ ‎Fani-Kayode expressed support for Soludo's assertion that 99.9% of the violence in the region is carried out by Igbo, not Fulani herdsmen. ‎ ‎"Gov. Charles Soludo of Anambra state has said that 99.9% of killings and kidnappings that take place in the East are perpetrated by Igbos and not Fulanis. I guess that the false narrative that Northerners are responsible for all the terrorism in the East is finally dead and buried. Thanks be to God.” ‎ ‎The former minister also emphasized the need for honest conversations about insecurity across all regions of Nigeria, urging leaders to acknowledge i...

 Muoghalu is a capable, God-fearing, and people oriented leader with the competence to transform Anambra state ----- Peter Obi The Labour Party has officially flagged off the gubernatorial campaign of Chief George Muoghalu at the All Saints Cathedral, Onitsha, ahead of the November 8 governorship election. His Excellency the former governor of Anambra state and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi was among the party members that were around for the flag off Campaign. During his endorsement speech for the labour party governorship candidate for Anambra Election, Obi described Muoghalu as a capable, God-fearing, and people oriented leader with the competence and character needed to transform Anambra State. Speaking at the flag off, Chief Muoghalu expressed deep gratitude to the Labour Party leadership and Peter Obi for their trust and support, and pledged to lead with the fear of God, uphold the dignity of every citizen, and build a government that listens, responds, and d...

 ZLATAN IBILE'S WIFE GRADUATES FROM BIRMINGHAM UNIVERSITY  The wife of Nigerian singer and rapper Zlatan Ibile has graduated from the University of Birmingham in the UK. Zlatan, who attended the graduation ceremony took to social media to celebrate his wife and her academic achievement. Despite his fame and success as a musical artiste, Zlatan has demonstrated his values for quality education and professional excellence. Thousands of his fans flooded his social media pages to congratulate him and his wife on academic achievement. More photos below. 

 ANGLICAN CHURCH OUTLINES PROTOCOLS FOR POLITICAL GUESTS  The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has issued official guidelines for receiving political guests in the church during church services and programmes. The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, The Most Revd Dr Henry Ndukuba, listed a set of protocols that include how guests are to be conducted in the church. The Church made it clear that henceforth, the church pulpit shall not be acceded to guests to air political views and agendas. This is to safeguard the political neutrality of the Church. Government officials and potential politicians must discuss their mission for coming to church with the leadership before they are allowed to address the congregation.  The Church is also cautioned against making statements that may be construed as supporting a political candidate or government agenda in any form.  Public officials or popular figures may no longer be allowed to use the church lectern to address the con...