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 We Are Not Your Wives/Bedmates- Rev Sister Blast Randy Rev. Father's.  --Religious Sisters Are Not Priests’ Wives or Bedmates By Rev. Sr. Annastasia Kinse  (Catholic Archdiocese Of Abuja) Religious Sisters are not ornaments in Habits. We are not commodities for priests to use at will, nor are we mistresses in veils. We are women called by God, consecrated to service, prayer, and the mission of the Church. Yet too often, behind stained glass windows and polished marble altars, we are treated as less. A priest once told me without shame: “Sisters are meant to be priests’ wives.” He did not say it in jest. He meant it. And he acted on it. This is not an isolated case. Too many Sisters know the pain of being reduced to temptation instead of being respected as collaborators in Christ’s vineyard. Too many know the silent wounds of manipulation—when a cleric uses “spiritual direction” as a cover for advances, or when financial benefactors expect our dignity in exchange for supp...

 Kano Court Convicts Four for Illegal Tree Felling  25 August 2025 | By Saheed Oyelakin A Kano court has sentenced four suspects, including Jibril Adamu, to three months’ imprisonment or a ₦40,000 fine each for illegal tree felling in Sharada Municipal.  The defendants were also ordered to pay ₦50,000 in compensation. The Environment Commissioner hailed the verdict as a strong message against environmental vandalism. More photos below. 

 Five Killed in Horrific Head-On Collision in Tafelkop A tragic accident occurred today around 12:00 midday along the R574 road in Tafelkop, Elias Motsoaledi Municipality, Sekhukhune District. According to preliminary reports, two sedans collided head-on, resulting in multiple fatalities and serious injuries. The crash claimed the lives of five passengers from one vehicle, including three adults, an infant, and a child, all reportedly from a neighboring country. Both drivers sustained injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident. More photos below. 

 Massive Manhunt Launched After Prisoner Escapes Custody in Thohoyandou The Police in Thohoyandou, under the Vhembe District, have launched a massive manhunt for an awaiting-trial prisoner, Muluvhu Gumani (34), who allegedly escaped from lawful custody on Monday, 25 August 2025, at around 08:50. Gumani was initially arrested for robbery with a weapon other than a firearm. Preliminary reports indicate that police were transporting thirteen awaiting-trial prisoners to the Thohoyandou Magistrate’s Court when the incident occurred. At a traffic light intersection, one of the suspects allegedly forced open the police vehicle door and fled on foot. Police have appealed to members of the community not to attempt to apprehend the suspect themselves for safety reasons. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the escapee is urged to contact Detective Captain Sydney Dama on 082 469 1035.

 ANAMBRA GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS PSA MEDICAL OXYGEN PLANT IN ENUGWU UKWU GENERAL HOSPITAL  By Ebele Egoh and Chris Chikelue The Anambra State Government has taken a significant step towards improving healthcare services in the state with the commissioning of a Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA), Medical Oxygen Production Plant at Enugwu Ukwu General Hospital. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike while inaugurating the plant on Thursday, August 21 at the Enugw Ukwu General Hospital, Njikoka Local Government Area, noted that the aim was to boost healthcare delivery in health facilities in the state especially in making Oxygen readily available with affordable prices anytime it is needed. According to Dr. Obidike, the oxygen plant will provide a consistent and reliable supply of oxygen, reducing dependence on external suppliers and minimizing the risk of shortages. "This development is expected to improve patient care, enabling doctors to deliver timely and effective treatme...

 Anambra Youths Okay "Agunaechemba's Continued Existence  By Michael Ezenwata  The Anambra Youths under the auspices of ASATU has staged a peaceful rally against some politicians  calling for the disbandment of the"Agunaechemba' security outfit. The group led by its State President, Comrade Ken Okoli held a peaceful rally making a  brief stop over at the Arroma junction  Awka  before terminating at the Anambra Light House Gate to press home their message of solidarity for the governor. Addressing the youths,Comrade Okoli warned against the political utterances of some people who clamour for the disbandment of the group because of alleged excesses by some of its deposed security operatives. According to him,as no structure is completely flawless,the tendency to record some flaws cannot be ruled out. He made it abundantly clear that Governor Chukwuma Soludo administration will not condone any act of lawlessness ,hence the positive action he took in sacki...

BJP MP and former Union minister Anurag Thakur sparked debate during a school interaction in Una, Himachal Pradesh, after suggesting that Lord Hanuman was the first to travel to space. The remark came when children, asked who the first man in space was, mistakenly answered “Neil Armstrong.” Instead of correcting them with the name of Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, who went to space in 1961, Thakur replied, “I think it was Hanumanji,” and later shared the video on social media. The exchange revealed two major lapses: students not knowing the correct answer, and the parliamentarian reinforcing inaccuracy by blending mythology with science. While Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the Moon in 1969, Yuri Gagarin remains the first human to travel into space. The confusion has raised questions about the state of school education and the responsibility of public leaders to promote fact-based learning. Thakur defended his statement by urging students to look beyond textbooks and take ...

 A massive landslide struck the Balipara-Chariduar-Tawang (BCT) National Highway today around 1:45 pm at Km 191.70, between Sapper Camp and Nyukmadung in Dirang. The incident completely blocked the road and disrupted traffic on the vital route. While no lives were lost, a few vehicles were damaged. Officials said the landslide was likely caused by heavy rainfall over the past few days, even though there was no rain at the time of the incident. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) immediately deployed manpower and machinery to clear the debris. Workers are continuing clearance operations even during the night to restore connectivity on the Tawang route. However, BRO officials informed that the restoration work will take overnight and normal traffic flow is expected to resume only after full clearance. Following the landslide, the Dirang Administration issued an advisory for public safety. All commuters have been asked to avoid traveling on the route until clearance is complete. Resid...

 BENUE: ELDER GWAMILE DAJOH SLUMPS, DIES AFTER SPEAKER’S RESIGNATION Tragedy has struck the family of Hon. Aondona Dajoh, the immediate past Speaker of the Benue State House of Assembly, following the sudden death of his elder brother, Elder Gwamile Dajoh. Elder Gwamile reportedly collapsed and died on Sunday, just hours after his younger brother tendered his resignation as Speaker of the Assembly. Details surrounding the incident remain scarce at the time of filing this report. The late Elder Dajoh was said to have been deeply concerned over the political crisis in the House prior to his sudden passing. His death follows Hon. Aondona Dajoh’s resignation, which paved the way for the election of Hon. Alfred Berger as the new Speaker during an emergency plenary session. Cr: daily post

 EX-BENUE SPEAKER PENS APPRECIATION, I HAVE MOVED ON 25th August, 2025    It's no longer news that I turned in a resignation letter as the Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly yesterday being the 24th day of August, 2025.  And I have moved on.  I want to specially appreciate my constituents of Gboko West (Gbemacha) that first voted me as a member of the 10th Benue Assembly. I am eternally grateful to them. I appreciate my dear colleagues who voted me in as the first  Speaker of the 10th Assembly and gave me the needed support to the very last day in office.  My heartfelt appreciation also goes to the governor of Benue State, Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia for his support from the beginning of my being the speaker to my exit.  May I say a big thank you to my aides who were always there in helping me run the office. You guys are great and wonderful. I appreciate the staff of the Assembly too. Your technical support is well appreciated.  And t...

 LGs are govs ATMs, should be scrapped – Adamu Garba Former presidential aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Adamu Garba has described the local governments as Automated Teller Machines, ATMs, of state governors in Nigeria. Garba called for the scrapping of the local governments, which he further described as “paper-only, money-sharing third tier of government”. In a statement he posted on his X page, Garba said it’s practically impossible to implement the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy. He said: “One of the most inefficient, ineffective back pocket of some state governors is the local government councils. “Local governments takes their legislation from the state assemblies and you know what that means. Autonomy or not, the LGs are still ATMs of some state governors. “In reality, there is no any country on earth that has third tier of government except Nigeria. “Since it proved to be non-workable, why not scrap it?” Garba also sugges...

 Akwa Ibom State Government Revokes All Land Allocations From May 2023 The Akwa Ibom State Government has revoked all land allocations made between May 29, 2023, and August 25, 2025, including government-acquired lands. In a statement issued today, the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Uko Essien Udom, SAN, explained that the action is to enable the revalidation of all land allocations and migration to the new digital Akwa-GIS platform. During this transition, all fresh allocations and land transactions are suspended for one month during which period the Directorate of Land shall be shut , while the revalidation exercise will last two months, to be conducted by the GIS office in the Ministry of Lands and Town Planning. The government warned that any land allocation or interest not revalidated within this period will be declared invalid. Ministry of Information 25/8/2025

 ARMY HANDS OVER FAKE MAJOR TO POLICE The 9 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Ikeja has handed over one Animashaun Khalid, ‘m’, aged 36, to the Lagos State Police Command after he was arrested for impersonating an Army Major. The suspect was apprehended at the Arena Market, Oshodi with a forged Nigerian Army identity card bearing his name and the rank of Major by soldiers and was immediately handed over to the Lagos State Police Command in a seamless operation, underscoring strong inter-agency collaboration. The case has since been assigned to Special Squad I to conduct a thorough investigation aimed at tracing the source of the forgery, identifying accomplices, and determining whether the suspect used the fake identity to commit other offences. Upon conclusion of the investigation, the case would be charged to court accordingly. CP Olohundare Jimoh commended the Nigerian Army for the swift arrest and prompt handover, stressing the importance of synergy among security agencies in tackl...

 Comedian Reginald Carroll fatally shot in Mississippi  Baltimore-based comedian Reginald “Reggie” Carroll, 52, died after a shooting in Southaven, Mississippi, Southaven Police confirmed. Officers responded Wednesday to the Burton Lane area, where they found Carroll with gunshot wounds. He was transported to Regional One Health in Memphis, but died despite life-saving efforts. Authorities said one man is in custody and has been charged with Carroll’s murder. Early reports indicate the shooting was an isolated incident, though the investigation is ongoing. Baltimore comedy club Mobtown Comedy honored Carroll on social media, calling him “one of the OGs who supported us early on” and expressing sorrow over the loss. Carroll toured nationally, performing alongside Mo’Nique, who described him as her “brother in comedy.” His credits include a 2000 appearance on Showtime at the Apollo, an episode of The Parkers, and the 2023 standup special Knockout Kings of Comedy.

 Son of former UFC champion Quinton Jackson allegedly assaults pro wrestler at Los Angeles show Raja Jackson, son of former UFC champion Quinton “Rampage” Jackson, allegedly attacked a professional wrestler during an indie show in Los Angeles on Saturday night, video of the incident shows. Quinton Jackson described the situation as “bad judgment, and a work that went wrong.” The footage shows Raja Jackson entering the ring at a KnokX Pro Wrestling Academy event during a match and slamming wrestler Stuart Smith, known as Syko Stu, to the mat. Jackson then mounted Smith and delivered nearly two dozen punches to his face before other wrestlers intervened. Smith appeared to lose consciousness and lay motionless in the ring, bleeding from the face. Quinton Jackson later said he had been informed Smith was “awake and stable.” Los Angeles police confirmed officers responded to the scene near Lankershim Boulevard and took a report, but no arrests were made. Detectives are reviewing the inc...

Police apologize at grave of Japanese businessman wrongfully detained and deceased Japan’s top law enforcement officials publicly apologized to the family of a businessman who died after being wrongfully detained for months. Shizuo Aishima, a former adviser to machinery company Ohkawara Kakohki, was among three executives held in pretrial detention on charges that were later dropped. Human rights advocates have criticized Japan’s “hostage justice” system, in which prolonged detentions are used to pressure confessions. On Monday, senior officials from the Tokyo police and the city’s prosecutor’s offices visited Aishima’s family and grave, kneeling and praying in a formal apology. “We sincerely apologize for conducting the illegal investigation and arrest,” said Tetsuro Kamata, deputy superintendent-general of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police. Aishima’s wife responded, “I accept the apology, but I won’t be able to forgive.” The three executives were detained in March 2020 over allegations t...

Abrego Garcia files lawsuit to stop deportation to Uganda  Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was previously deported but returned to the U.S., filed a federal lawsuit Monday to block the Trump administration’s attempt to deport him again, this time to Uganda—a country to which he has no known connections. Abrego Garcia submitted a habeas petition in Maryland federal court after being taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody on Monday morning during a routine check-in at the agency’s Baltimore office. In the sealed petition, his lawyers argue that although the government notified his attorneys on Friday of its plan to deport him to Uganda, Abrego Garcia himself was not informed, as a judge had previously ordered. The filing states that he was detained “without forewarning” and denied the opportunity to present concerns about potential persecution or torture in Uganda. His detention and the proposed deportation come just three days after he was released from federal crimi...

 Irish rap group Kneecap cancels US tour dates amid terrorism court case Irish rap group Kneecap has canceled its upcoming U.S. tour dates due to a scheduling conflict with a band member’s court appearance in London over a terrorism-related charge. The group announced Monday on social media that all 15 of its October shows in the U.S. would be canceled, blaming what it called a “witch-hunt” by the British government. “With every show fully sold out, to tens of thousands of fans, this news is sad to deliver,” the band wrote. “But once we win our court case, which we will, we promise to embark on an even bigger tour to all you great heads.” Refunds are available for ticket holders. Legal issues began in May when police in London accused Liam O’Hanna, 27, also known as Mo Chara, of violating U.K. terrorism laws that prohibit displaying flags in ways that could indicate support for groups the country deems terrorist. Authorities launched an investigation after a video surfaced of O’Han...

 Oregon wildfire destroys 4 homes, puts thousands at risk A wildfire sweeping through central Oregon has destroyed ten structures, including four homes, while thousands more remain under evacuation orders across the state and Northern California’s wine country.  As of Sunday night, firefighters had managed to protect hundreds of other buildings in Deschutes County from the Flat Fire, which has burned roughly 29 square miles across Deschutes and Jefferson counties. Officials said the blaze has posed significant challenges due to difficult terrain, low humidity, and triple-digit temperatures. Deschutes County Sheriff Ty Rupert expressed sympathy for those who lost property, while praising firefighters and residents for their efforts to safeguard other homes. About 4,000 residences were under evacuation notices, with roughly 1,000 required to leave immediately. Fire crews continued to build containment lines and protect residential areas amid hot, dry conditions. In Northern Cali...

 JAIL FOOTBALLERS THAT GO POOR - BROWN IDEYE  Former Super Eagles forward, Brown Ideye, said international footballers should be jailed if they grow poor and cannot food themselves after retirement.  Ideye, who is 35 and retired from international football, said international players go broke later in life because they failed to make adequate plans ahead. “Footballers, start saving for your future from day one. No matter how small your salary is, put something aside for your retirement,” Ideye wrote on X.   The 2013 Africa Cup of Nations winner made this remark against the lamentation of former Super Eagles defender Taribo West that Peter Rufai's family begged for money to give him a befitting burial. “They should be jailed for life if, after they retired from playing, they can’t feed themselves,” Ideye stated. 

 PRISCILLA OJO, JUMA JUX WELCOME BABY Nollywood’s rising star Priscilla Ojo and her Tanzanian singer husband, Juma Jux, welcomed their newborn on Sunday.  The first-time parents shared the news of the arrival of their baby on Sunday, and actress Iyabo Ojo shared photos as the latest grandma in town.  Since Priscilla and Juma announced on July 4 that they were expecting a baby and did a baby shower shortly after, Africa had waited with bated breath to welcome their baby. 

 DAVIDO CELEBRATES HIS DAD'S THIRD PRIVATE JET  Davido took to social media to celebrate his father's acquisition of a third private jet. The Afrobeats superstar said the new airplane would be expanding the family's fleet.  A couple weeks ago, Davido gushed that Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, borrows money severally from his billionaire dad, Dr. Deji Adeleke, to do business.  “Congrats Daddy! Number 3! You dey worry! Congrats to the dynasty.” This latest acquisition comes just a year after Dr. Adeleke reportedly purchased a private jet worth $75 million in April 2024.

 SNOOP DOGG DECRIES LGBTQ SCENES IN KIDS MOVIES Legendary American rapper and actor, Snoop Dogg, criticized the rising inclusion of LGBTQ+ storylines into children's movies.  The 53-year-old performer said he once took his grandson to watch Pixar’s 2022 release Lightyear at the cinema, and he was embarrassed to see LGBTQ+ scenes that he could not explain away. He recalled his grandson asking why a woman married another woman and why they raised a kid in the movie.  “It f----- me up. I'm like, scared to go to the movies," Snoop said. "Y'all throwing me in the middle of sh-- that I don't have an answer for. “It threw me for a loop. I'm like, 'What part of the movie was this? “These are kids. We have to show that at this age? They're going to ask questions. I don't have the answer...and they're putting it everywhere."

 OBASANJO SAYS HIS DAYS ARE GETTING OVER Former President Olusegun Obasanjo said his remaining years are getting shorter and that he wishes to see Nigeria great and prosperous again before he joins his ancestors. Obasanjo stated this while reflecting on his years in public service and his new book, "Nigeria: Past and Future," saying past and current national leaders have not done enough for Nigeria.  The former military and civilian president said his writings and interventions over the years have been out of his contentions to make Nigeria great again.

 Dateline : Brasilia. Bilateral/ Ministerial Meeting ongoing.  Brazilian Vice President, Geraldo Alckmin and Nigeria’s  Finance Minister and CME , Wale Edun preside on the ministerial meeting ( bilaterals) in Brasilia.   Brazilian VP believes the opportunities between Nigeria and Brazil are huge and must be tapped into. Beyond just economic and political ties “ we share an inclusive vision of the new world”.  Mr. Wale Edun: “There is a withdrawal from global funding hence there is a need for multilateral action. This is a time the global South must trade more with each other. We live in an era where Rules based  economy is now under a new tariff regime.  This situation necessitates Nigeria and Brazil trade more with one another.  Over the last years we have seen President Tinubu unleash economic reforms that have brought about macroeconomic stability which  the private sector can take advantage of. Exchange rate stabilized. Foreign reser...

 PRESS STATEMENT APC TO PDP GOVERNORS - YOU HAVE FAILED YOURSELVES, YOUR PARTY AND CITIZENS Emerging from their meeting in Zamfara State on Saturday, August 23, 2025, the Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), again displayed their odiferous hypocrisy in a statement alleging undemocratic conduct by the All Progressives Congress (APC), opining that our great Party lacked agenda and vision, and that the electorate would deny it support in 2027. It is morbidly comical for the Governors of the PDP, a party in deep comatose, savagely crippled by intractable crisis of its own making, and turned an unrecognizable shadow of its old self, to be making statements that only aptly describe its own doomed fate, now and in the lead up to 2027.  The PDP has since fallen into ruins, and stands rejected by Nigerians. When its Governors gather in their scanty numbers, one would expect them to have some shame and concentrate on how to resuscitate their terminall...

 EFCC “Officer” On Matchmaking Programme  Is a Dismissed Staff   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  condemned in the strongest terms,  the involvement of one of its former staff,   Olakunle Alex Folarin in a matchmaking programme running on Lege Miami social media platforms.   Folarin was recently dismissed  from the Commission for certificate forgery.  He was a driver at the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the EFCC.  The Executive Chairman of the EFCC,  Mr. Ola Olukoyede has ordered his arrest for being in possession of some Commission’s properties, including an Identity Card, which he should have handed over  upon being dismissed from the EFCC.    The public is advised against associating Folarin’s post-dismissal conduct with the EFCC. One more photo below. 

 Senegal reports mpox case, patient in isolation Senegal authorities said they had detected a case of mpox in a foreign man who arrived in the West African country last week. The health ministry said it was the first case it had detected this year. It was not immediately clear how many cases, if any, had been reported there before January. "The patient's clinical condition is stable. He is currently in isolation and is receiving care," the ministry said in a statement late on Saturday. It did not give details on what variant of the infection had been found. No new cases had been detected since then and 25 people were being monitored, a ministry spokesperson said on Monday. Mpox can spread through close contact. Usually mild, it is fatal in rare cases. It causes flu-like symptoms and pus-filled lesions on the body. In August 2024, the World Health Organization declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years, following an outbreak in the Demo...

 World’s First Commercial CO₂ Storage Site Launches in Norway Norway has opened the world’s first commercial carbon storage service, with the Northern Lights consortium — led by Equinor, Shell and TotalEnergies — injecting CO₂ beneath the North Sea seabed. Captured emissions are liquefied, shipped to the Oygarden terminal, and piped 2.6km underground for permanent storage. The first injection came from Heidelberg Materials’ cement plant in Brevik. Northern Lights, largely state-funded, has signed three contracts in Europe and can store 1.5 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, with capacity projected to rise to five million tonnes by 2030.

 Veteran Juju Musician Ahuja Bello Dies at 83 Veteran 1970s Juju star Ahuja Bello has died at 83, a day after celebrating his birthday. The news was confirmed by his daughter and his band, Ahuja Bello and His Golden Eagles Band. Born Ismaila Dele Bello in 1942, he rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s with hit albums like Awa ti Danfo and Ariya ti de, and was known for energetic performances and collaborations with international artists, including Bob Marley.