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 Group Pays Working Visit to Anambra Commissioner For Industry, Seeks Government Support By Ebele Iyke-Odili/Amaka Isikala  The Commissioner for Industry, Mr. Christian Udechukwu has received members of The Pivot in his office; a platform that nurtures visionary thinking, bold discourse, and collaborative action towards building a just and prosperous society. The group, led by Barr. Ifedi Nwosu, was in the commissioner’s office on a working visit also to seek partnership and the state government support for its upcoming summit. They appealed for sponsorship opportunities and a review of the International Conference Centre rates to enable them to use the facility in hosting their programme. While addressing the visitors, Commissioner Udechukwu assured them of the state government’s readiness to continue supporting ideas that would foster innovation, industrial growth and economic prosperity across the state. He emphasized that Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration remains c...

 Shaun White and Nina Dobrev end engagement and split after 5 years together Shaun White and Nina Dobrev have ended their engagement and broken off their five-year relationship, according to a person familiar with the matter. The decision was described as mutual, with both stars agreeing to part ways. The source spoke on condition of anonymity, citing the personal nature of the situation. People magazine first reported news of the split. White, a three-time Olympic gold medalist in snowboarding, and Dobrev, best known for her role on The Vampire Diaries, made their relationship public in 2020 with a playful Instagram post showing Dobrev giving White a “quarantine haircut” during the early months of the pandemic. Over the years, the pair frequently supported one another’s careers, with Dobrev cheering White on during his run to the 2022 Beijing Olympics and White attending the premiere of Dobrev’s Netflix film The Out-Laws in 2023. The couple announced their engagement in October 20...

 12th September, 2025 PRESS RELEASE FIGHT AGAINST INSECURITY: OPERATIVES OF CP SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT TEAM RECOVER ONE BERETTA PISTOL AND ARREST SUSPECTED CULTIST AS OPERATIVES OF SAFE DELTA ARREST SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS AND RECOVER TWO LOCALLY FABRICATED GUNS AND CARTRIDGES The command under the leadership of CP Olufemi Abaniwonda has again recorded another achievement in the fight against crime and criminality as operatives of the CP special assignment team and safe delta operatives in three different operations arrested suspected cultists, armed robbers and recovered their firearms. 1. ARREST OF SUSPECTED CULTIST AND RECOVERY OF ONE  BERETTA PISTOL LOADED WITH AMMUNITION: Acting on credible intelligence related to cult activities within Ibusa Town, on 10/09/2025, operatives of CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) trailed and arrested one Oluwatobi Olugbemi, 29 years, a native of Ikenne - Remo community in Ijebu - Ode LGA of Ogun State but resident at Ogboli quarters of Ibusa to...

 Baby Gorilla Rescued at Istanbul Airport to Return to Nigeria A young gorilla, discovered in a box by Turkish customs officers at Istanbul Airport in December 2024, is set to return to its native Nigeria. Named Zeytin, meaning "olive" in Turkish, the baby gorilla was being smuggled from Nigeria to Thailand when it was rescued.  Since then, Zeytin has been cared for at an Istanbul zoo, where it has grown into a healthy young gorilla. "Zeytin has now become a young gorilla," said Fahrettin Ulu, Istanbul's regional director for the agricultural ministry.  "Our goal is to ensure he continues his life in ideal conditions." Arrangements are underway to safely repatriate Zeytin to Nigeria.

 FG INAUGURATES GOVERNING COUNCILS OF FOUR NEW SPECIALIZED UNIVERSITIES The federal government is making good on its promises to deliver specialized institutions to tackle urgent and interconnected issues confronting the nation and the world, such as food security, public health, climate change, renewable energy, and technological innovation. Minister of education Dr Tunji Alausa stated this while inaugurating the governing councils and principal officers of four new specialised institutions of learning that will serve as engines of local economic growth, centres of community development, and platforms for building human capacity to advance national productivity and global competitiveness. The universities are, Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho ,Oyo State, Federal University of Health Sciences and Technology, Tsafe, Zamfara State, Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano; and the Federal University of Education, Zaria ,Kaduna State

 Police Probe Murder, Kidnapping and Attempted Murder in Mnyangani Village Giyani police in the Mopani district are investigating cases of murder, kidnapping, and attempted murder that took place at Mnyangani village on Wednesday, 10 September 2025. Police members responded to a complaint of murder and, upon arrival, found the lifeless body of a man lying in a pool of blood behind a house with multiple gunshot wounds. Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim had been at home with two unknown men when two armed suspects stormed into the yard, opened fire, and fled in an unknown vehicle. One victim, identified as Themba Shivuri of Mnyangani, was certified dead at the scene by emergency personnel. A second victim was rushed to hospital for treatment, while the whereabouts of the third man remain unknown. The motive for the attack is still unclear. Police are appealing to community members with any information that could assist in the investigation to contact Detective Warra...

 Chidimma’s Mother Back in Court for Fraud and Identity Theft Anabela Rungo, the mother of former Miss South Africa finalist Chidimma Adetshina, appeared in the Cape Town Magistrates Court today, September 12, 2025. She faces charges of identity theft, immigration fraud, and violations of the Immigration and Identification Acts. The case is linked to allegations that she obtained South African citizenship fraudulently. Rungo was arrested in February 2025, months after her South African ID was revoked in September 2024. Her bail conditions were recently relaxed from house arrest to a nightly curfew. Today’s court appearance is expected to shed more light on the case, which could see her facing prison time and possible deportation to Mozambique if found guilty.

 GHANA TARGETS NIGERIANS AGAIN: 92 SHOPS LOCKED AT SUAME MAGAZINE 12th September, 2025 Nigerian traders in Ghana are once more at the receiving end of hostility, as authorities in Kumasi locked up over 92 shops belonging mostly to Nigerians at Suame Magazine—West Africa’s largest hub for auto and metal works. Suame Magazine is the heartbeat of Ghana’s engineering industry, but instead of celebrating its diversity, officials have turned it into a ground for discrimination. Reports confirm that the majority of the affected shops belong to Nigerian spare parts dealers and repair retailers, leaving many families stranded and businesses crippled. This latest clampdown exposes the double standards of Ghanaian authorities, who continue to profit from the Nigerian market while shutting Nigerians out of their own. The silence from relevant agencies in Ghana only reinforces the perception that these attacks on foreign traders—particularly Nigerians—are deliberate, unfair, and inhumane. More ...

 LAGOS MOVES TO COMBAT DOCTOR SHORTAGE … As LSHA Holds Public Hearing on Bill to Establish New Medical University  The Lagos State House of Assembly is taking a major step to address the state's healthcare needs, advancing a bill to establish a new University of Medicine and Health Sciences.  A public hearing for the proposed legislation, which was held on Wednesday at the Lateef Jakande Auditorium, Lagos House of Assembly complex, brought together key stakeholders to contribute to the bill.     Presiding over the event, Deputy Speaker, Hon. Lasbat Meranda underscored the importance of public input, stating that it will ensure the new, multi-campus university is a lasting and sustainable institution.  Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Richard Kasunmu and Chairman of the House Committee on Tertiary Education, Hon. Owolabi Ajani, promised that all feedback would be thoroughly reviewed and considered in the final version of the bill. The Commissioner for Tertiary E...

NUATE Suspends Strike Against Ethiopian Airlines After FG's Intervention The Ethiopian Airlines branch of National Union of Air Transport Employees, NUATE has suspended its planned industrial action, following the intervention of the federal government. The union had threatened to embark on strike over the refusal of the management of the Airline to implement the Collective Bargaining Agreement on the 13th-month salary, the non-promotion of workers, casual/contract staffing, and low remuneration. A statement by the minister of State for labour and employment, Mohammed Dingyadi and signed by the ministry's spokesperson, Patience Onuobia, said at the end of a conciliation meeting convened by the Minister,  the  NUATE and Ethiopian Airlines in Nigeria signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MOU to meet within two weeks to discuss all issues in dispute and revert to the Ministry.   According to the agreement, a team comprising three representatives of the Union, officials of Fe...

 UN Abuja Office Bombing: Court Grants DSS Application For  Accelerated Trial Of Suspected Mastermind The federal high court in Abuja has granted an application filed by the Department of State Services to expedite proceedings in the trial of the suspected mastermind of the August 26, 2011 bombing of the United Nations building in Abuja, Khalid Al Barnawi and 4 others.  The DSS had in  April 2016 arrested Al- Barnawi in Lokoja, Kogi State, five years after the attack on the Abuja UN building. The attack, the first of such in Nigeria on an international organization, left over 20 persons dead and over 70 others injuried. On Friday, the DSS, through its counsel, Alex Iziyon SAN, had moved  the application for accelerated hearing  on the ground that the Service is prepared to ensure that the case is determined in a timely  manner. In an unopposed application, parties will be allowed to watch video recordings presented by the DSS to prove that the extrajud...

“This country will steadily embarrass you’’’- Tobi Amusan laments inferior kits provided to team Nigeria ahead of World Athletics championship With just few hours to the kick-off of the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo, Japan, former world champion and women’s 100m hurdles record holder, Tobi Amusan, has criticized the Nigerian government over the kit provided for herself and other athletes representing the country at the championship. Amusan voiced her concerns over what she perceived as unprofessionalism and lack of coordination within the federation. In a video she shared on her Snapchat, Amusan could said unlike other countries that provide their contingents with kits in suitcases, the Nigerian government hands them their own kits in nylon bags with little or nothing significant inside it.  ‘’This country will steadily embarass you. Una come say make people nor switch allegiance? Una never ready. No singlets. Nothing!’’ she said She further stated that although the Jamaican au...

 Those who prefer to claim Benin should go ahead, but 99% of Anioma people are Igbo- Sen Ned Nwoko Senator Ned Nwoko has yet again reaffirmed that Anioma people in Delta State are overwhelmingly Igbo, dismissing contrary claims that attempt to link them exclusively to Benin ancestry. In a chat with journalists in Abuja, the Delta North senator argued that while individuals are free to identify as they please, historical and cultural facts remain indisputable.Nwoko stated firmly that: “Those who prefer to claim Benin should go ahead, but 99.9 percent of Anioma people are Igbo,”  Nwoko stressed that the Anioma identity debate often arises from confusion sown during and after the Nigerian Civil War. He recalled how Anioma people suffered heavily during the conflict, especially with the Asaba massacre of 1966, which left deep wounds. Many survivors, he explained, sought refuge under alternative identities, leading to divisions that persist today. "Our language, culture, food, and ...

 Anambra State Government debunks report on building a second Airport saying it was a mere speculation..  Earlier today, the Anambra broadcasting Service(ABS) had earlier reported that the Anambra state government is planning to build another Airport at Ndikelionu, but the commissioner for information, Dr Law Mefor has released a press statement to debunk that report.

 Tinubu will visit Abia State on October 3, 2025, to commission newly rehabilitated P/Harcourt Road Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has announced that the newly reconstructed Port Harcourt road, Aba, and six other roads would be commissioned by President Bola Tinubu on October 3, 2025. The governor stated this during the state security fundraising in Aba, adding that his administration has signed necessary documents with Radisson Blu for the commencement of work at the Enyimba Hotel Aba. He assured that work would soon take off at the project site. Addressing the business community in Aba, during the launch at the Aba Sports Club, Otti, who explained that his government recognises security as the bedrock of development, reiterated that security occupies the centre stage of his administration. He assured that he would not compromise on issues of security, adding that no kobo of the funds raised or other public funds would be mismanaged under his watch.

 Nigerians Will Soon Enjoy 24/7 Power Supply understand Tinubu's Govt- Minister of Power The federal government under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country is moving closer to enjoying uninterrupted power supply. The promise, which has been a recurring concern in the nation for decades, was once again reiterated by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who said that there are already visible signs of progress in both generation and distribution. According to Daily Trust, Adelabu made this disclosure while inaugurating two blocks that house five training workshops and a 104-room hostel at the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN). The minister said that for the first time in many years, Nigerians can see improvements in the stability of power generation and distribution. He stressed that these improvements, though gradual, point toward the long-term goal of achieving uninterrupted electricity for homes, industries, and publi...

  Abia Airport Land owner cries out to Governor Otti over non payment of land fee. Indigenes of Ngwa who own the lands that have been mapped out for the construction of Abia State Airport,  have lamented over the unfair treatment and non payment of their money by the Abia State Government. Their spokesperson mentioned that the governor announced on the 31st of May 2025 that he has paid 100 percent for the lands that were acquired for the construction of the Airport, but according to him, up till today none of them have received a dime for the land. They called on Governor Alex Otti to please pay them their money because they are hungry and the land was their only means of livelihood. They also asked him to probe his finance department if perhaps he has released the money and the finance department have refused to pay them.

 The man who killed Charlie Kirk has been arrested. He's a 22- year old from Utah called Tyler Robinson.  He confessed to his father, revealing how Kirk annoyed him with his hate speeches. His father then handed him over to the police The man accused of ass,assinating conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was identified Friday as Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Utah, after being turned in by his own father. President Donald Trump was the first to reveal this during an appearance on Fox & Friends, saying he learned about the arrest just moments before his interview.  “Somebody who was very close to him turned him in,” Trump explained.  “I think, with a high degree of certainty, we have him.” He added that the person who contacted authorities was Robinson’s father, a longtime law enforcement officer, who reportedly acted after his son confessed. Trump called Kirk “the finest person” and said he hoped the suspect “gets the death penalty.” Hours later, Utah Govern...

 Imo Journalist Ejike Ogbonna Granted N2m Bail After 30 Days in Detention An Imo State-based journalist and publisher of First Citizen Newspaper, Ejike Ogbonna, has been granted bail of N2 million by a Magistrate Court in Owerri after spending 30 days in detention at the Tiger Base Police Unit. Ogbonna faces allegations of cybercrime involving defamation of a government official. The bail, granted by Presiding Magistrate C.J. Uzoechi, includes conditions requiring a surety to provide proof of ownership of landed property within the court’s jurisdiction and a traditional ruler to endorse the bail bond. Magistrate Uzoechi noted that the offense is bailable, adjourning the case to October 3, 2025, for further hearing. Ogbonna, who appeared in court in handcuffs, is facing a four-count charge related to alleged cyberbullying. He is accused of defaming Chinasa Nwaneri, Special Adviser to the Imo State Governor on Compliance, through a voice note allegedly circulated on social media. Jou...

 Lagos Speaker Obasa Eyes Governorship, Signals Exit from Assembly The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has revealed he is contemplating a run for the governorship, depending on the direction of his political party. Obasa made the disclosure during an interview on Television Continental (TVC) on Thursday, September 11, 2025, while discussing his political future. Obasa, who previously served as a councillor before becoming Speaker, had earlier hinted that his next step could be a senatorial or gubernatorial position. When pressed on whether those ambitions remain, he affirmed they still exist but emphasized that any decision would hinge on consultations and the consensus of his party’s leadership. “Every politician has ambitions, but you reach a point where you cannot decide alone. In a party structure, it’s about consultation, consensus, and the leadership’s guidance,” Obasa stated. The Speaker, who recently weathered a leadership crisis that temporar...

 Burkina Faso declares free visa processing for all Africans Burkina Faso has announced free visa processing for nationals of all African countries as part of a series of measures adopted by the Council of Ministers at its weekly meeting chaired by Transitional President Captain Ibrahim Traoré. Government spokesperson Pingdwendé Gilbert Ouédraogo, said the Council took the decision as part of the pan-African vision of Captain Traoré, TRT Afrika reported. “From now on, any citizen from an African country wishing to go to Burkina Faso will not pay any amount to cover their visa fees,” said Security Minister Mahamadou Sana. According to Sana, the decree aims to “strengthen the free movement of the African people and their goods in the Burkinabe territory and, on the other hand, African integration.” However, he clarified that the new arrangement “does not mean visa exemption.” Official dress reforms On judicial reforms, Justice and Human Rights Minister Edasso Rodrigue Bayala said thr...

 Amazon suspends engineer over protest of work with Israeli government Amazon has suspended a software engineer after he protested the company’s work with the Israeli government. Ahmed Shahrour, a Palestinian engineer based in Seattle who works for Amazon’s Whole Foods division, was informed Monday that he was being suspended with pay “until further notice” after posting messages on internal Slack channels criticizing the company’s ties to Israel. An Amazon human resources representative told Shahrour that his posts “may violate multiple policies” and said the company was investigating the matter. Shahrour had also sent a letter to Amazon executives, including CEO Andy Jassy, urging the company to end Project Nimbus, a $1.2 billion cloud computing contract with the Israeli government that provides AI tools, data centers, and other infrastructure. “Every day I write code at Whole Foods, I remember my brothers and sisters in Gaza being starved by Israel’s man-made blockade,” Shahrour...

 Former Brazilian president Bolsonaro found guilty over 2023 coup attempt Brazil’s Supreme Court has convicted former President Jair Bolsonaro over his role in a 2023 coup attempt, prosecutors said, which could have involved plans to assassinate President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. On Thursday, three of the five justices on the court’s panel voted to convict Bolsonaro, 70, on all five counts linked to the coup effort. Justice Carmen Lucia Antunes Rocha cast the deciding vote, accusing Bolsonaro of trying to “sow the malignant seed of anti-democracy.” Justices Alexandre de Moraes and Flavio Dino had voted earlier in favor of conviction, while Justice Luiz Fux dissented, saying there was “absolutely no proof” of Bolsonaro’s guilt. The charges against Bolsonaro include plotting a coup, participating in an armed criminal organization, attempting to end Brazil’s democracy by force, committing violent acts against the state, and damaging public property. Prosecutors also allege Bolsonaro...

 China’s newest aircraft carrier makes first voyage through Taiwan Strait  China’s newest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, sailed through the Taiwan Strait for the first time, the Chinese navy announced Friday. The strait, which separates mainland China from self-governing Taiwan, has long been a flashpoint as Beijing continues to insist the island must come under its control, by force if necessary. The passage of the carrier, still in the midst of sea trials ahead of its formal commissioning, could be seen as a signal to the U.S. and its allies, but Chinese officials downplayed the move as routine, describing it as the most practical route to reach the South China Sea for scheduled training and scientific exercises. This was Fujian’s ninth sea trial since May 2024, fueling speculation that its official commissioning is near. The carrier was escorted by two guided-missile destroyers as it sailed roughly 200 kilometers southwest of the disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Isl...

 Prince Harry visits Ukraine unexpectedly to support wounded service members Britain’s Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Ukraine on Friday to show support for wounded service members. The trip marks his second visit to the country, which is competing to host the Invictus Games in four years. Harry founded the Invictus Games, a Paralympic-style event for wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans. Harry’s team confirmed his arrival, and he told the Guardian while traveling overnight to the capital, “We cannot stop the war, but what we can do is do everything we can to help the recovery process.”

 Injury rules out Chelsea's Delap until December Chelsea striker Liam Delap could be sidelined until December after sustaining a hamstring injury against Fulham before the international break. Delap was replaced just 14 minutes into the 2-0 victory over the Cottagers and manager Enzo Maresca said he will be unavailable for 10 to 12 weeks. The Blues are hopeful the 22-year-old could return in November, offering a boost for the busy festive period, after avoiding the need for surgery. Delap joined the Blues from Ipswich for £30m in June and has featured in all three games this season. Chelsea recalled striker Marc Guiu from a loan spell at Sunderland the day after Delap picked up the injury to provide cover amid uncertainty over Nicolas Jackson, who joined Bayern Munich for £70.5m the following day. Joao Pedro also joined the west London club from Brighton earlier in the summer and is likely to be Maresca's preferred option to lead the line. "For us, the only number nine is ...

 Isak going on 'strike' changed relationship - Howe Eddie Howe says his relationship with Alexander Isak changed after the former Newcastle United centre-forward went on "strike" to force through a move to Liverpool.  Isak trained away from his former team-mates and did not feature in any of Newcastle's opening three games of the season before completing a British record £125m switch to Liverpool on deadline day.Howe, speaking to reporters for the first time since the move went through, acknowledged communication between the pair "became difficult". "Alex and I always enjoyed a great relationship," he said. "I loved working with him. I hope he enjoyed working with us. "It was mutually beneficial. We helped him become the player he in part is today and he helped us as a team achieve some unbelievable milestones and was part of a very successful team. "The moment he went on strike our relationship did change and that was probably a...

 Dangote Refinery reduces PMS price, to begin direct supply of product The Dangote Petroleum Refinery will begin the direct distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to filling stations across the country, beginning on Monday, September 15, 2025. It has also reduced the price of the commodity. In a statement by the company, it said the initiative will see the gantry price reduced to N820 per litre, with corresponding lower pump prices in several key states. Lagos and other South-Western states will see fuel retailing at N841 per litre, while Abuja, Rivers, Delta, Edo, and Kwara states will sell at N851 per litre. “The first phase of the deployment will cover the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos, Kwara, Delta, Edo, Rivers and South West states, with nationwide expansion planned as additional trucks are delivered,” the Dangote Refinery said on Thursday. “This transition to CNG-powered transportation is expected to save the Nigerian economy over N1.8 trillion annually. The move is de...

 I am alive and will live to see my grandchildren----- Chiwetalu Agu dismisses rumors about his d€ath Nollywood Veteran actor Chiwetalu Agu, rebukes social media user who wrote RIP on his picture earlier.   "All because of views, likes and engagements. A blogger will lie about my death. Which Is not a good sign.  "I came out today to inform the general public that i, Chief Chiwetalu 1 of Nollywood, am alive and healthy. Please stop all the fake energy, let's spread love and harmony" He also mentioned that he is going to sue all the bloggers that carried rumors about his death.

 Southern Kaduna Professionals Urge Senator Katung To Seek Re-election In Another Party, Give Reasons  The Southern Kaduna Professionals Forum (SKPF) has called on the Senator representing Kaduna South, Sunday Marshall Katung, to seek re-election in 2027, describing his performance in the National Assembly as “credible, impactful, and people-oriented.” In a statement signed by its National President, Arc. Samuel Yakubu, on Wednesday, the group said Katung had distinguished himself through legislative interventions, constituency projects, and empowerment programmes that had touched lives across the eight local government areas of the senatorial district. Yakubu highlighted the senator’s role in facilitating the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia, the Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan, and a world-class science laboratory at Fadan Kamanton, describing them as “landmark achievements capable of transforming Southern Kaduna’s education, healthca...

 Soyinka: How I was recently abducted, robbed overseas Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has narrated how he was abducted and robbed during a visit to Bucharest, Romania. The global icon had visited the country to attend the prestigious Sibiu International Theatre Festival (FITS), which is one of the largest performing arts festivals in the world. The event holds annually in Sibiu, Romania, and attracts thousands of artists and spectators across the world. In an interview with TheNEWS, the playwright recounted the experience, which unfolded shortly after his arrival in Romania. Soyinka said he arrived in Bucharest at 12:10 a.m. in high spirits, looking forward to the festival, only for events to take a dramatic turn after he and the party meant to pick him up missed each other at the airport. After missing his hosts at the airport, he boarded what appeared to be an official taxi to Novotel Hotel, where he was scheduled to lodge. He said instead of heading for the hotel, the drive...

 Flood hits Abuja city, Katsina LG Many roads in Abuja, the nation’s capital, were flooded following a heavy downpour in the early hours of yesterday. Areas affected included Asokoro, Guzape, Jabi, Kado and Wuse. Also, over 1,000 residents have been displaced and houses destroyed following devastating floods that swept through several communities in Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State. In Abuja, many motorists, who spoke to Daily Trust, said they could access major roads in Abuja’s Asokoro and Guzape districts during the heavy downpour. Why Africa’s biggest dam is ruffling feathers along Nile River 2027: Jonathan meets Obi A video shared on Facebook by one Prince Adebisi Adetunji showed torrents of water covering parts of the road in Asokoro, leaving motorists and residents struggling to navigate the area. The flood disrupted movement, with vehicles seen wading through deep waters.   Residents allege poor drainage Residents in the area said the poor drainage system w...

 Eldorado, Illinois- Jesse Trout, 25, was arrested and charged with the first degree murder of 44-year-old Michael Wiseman.  At 4:20 in the morning on September 7th, a video shows Michael Wiseman standing near a door for 2.6 seconds with both hands in his pockets. He walks away after less than 3 seconds. Illinois State Police noted that he had no weapons or burglary tools. The video shows Michael casually walking away in the same path he was walking.  (The two individuals were acquaintances but not close or friends. They had mutual friends.) Shortly after this, Michael was fatally shot in his aorta, as well as being struck by multiple nonfatal shots while three blocks from the home. There were seven spent casings on the scene where Michael passed away.  According to Illinois State Police, Jesse Trout stated that his mother made him aware that someone was allegedly breaking into their laundry room. Evidence shows that Jesse got into his truck, while armed, found Micha...

 With no other options, a 70-year-old woman bit a pitbull that was attacking her elderly dog, stopping the attack and saving her pup. Shirley Paamanick and her dog Sparky were enjoying a daytime stroll near a local shopping center in Orlando, Florida when out of nowhere, a large pit bull streaked onto the scene and began to attack her 14-year-old dog.  Shirley was dragged to the ground in the shuffle and began shouting for help. Although several people stood idly by watching the attack, no one came to her aide. Shirley, who weighs only 91 lb, had no choice but to take matters into her own hands. She began striking the pit bull with her cane...but to no avail. This spunky elderly woman even used her bare hands to try and pry the pit bulls jaws off of Sparky. She's a braver woman than me I believe.  When all of this failed, Shirley's final option was to go full beast mode which she did by biting the aggressive dog as hard as she could.  Shirley leaned in and clamped do...

 Ekiti guber: Ojo returns forms, promises to ensure Tinubu’s re-election victory An All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant for forthcoming Ekiti State off-season governorship election, Kayode Ojo, has returned his completed expression of interest and nomination forms, promising to ensure President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 presidential election if he wins the poll. Speaking to newsmen on the sidelines at the national headquarters of the ruling party, Ojo also promised to grant local government autonomy and transform infrastructure in the state if voted. The Chancellor and Chairman of Governing Council, University Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), equally expressed confidence that he would win both the October 27 APC primary and next year’s Ekiti governorship election, emphasising that he was enjoying the support of the party members in the state. On the mode of primary to be adopted by the ruling party, Ojo posited that he was open to any method but appealed to the party’s national ...