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KEBBI GOVT DONATES 10 HILUX VEHICLES TO BOOST SECURITY ON SOKOTO–BADAGRY SUPER HIGHWAY. (PHOTOS).

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 Kebbi Govt Donates 10 Hilux Vehicles to Boost Security on Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway  The Kebbi State Government has handed over 10 brand-new Hilux vehicles to the Federal Ministry of Works to strengthen security for personnel working on the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway project. The vehicles were formally received by the Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, who praised Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasiru Idris (Kauran Gwandu), for the donation. Goronyo described the gesture as a clear demonstration of the state government’s commitment to protecting workers and contractors on the strategic highway corridor. He explained that the vehicles will be deployed exclusively to security operatives providing cover for construction teams along the section of the super highway passing through Kebbi State. The Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway is a multi-state infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and economic activities across northern and southern Nigeria. More...

TEARS AS PHYNA, BIG BROTHER NAIJA SEASON 7 WINNER, BURIES YOUNGER SISTER, RUTH OTABOR, AFTER FATAL DANGOTE TRUCK PERPETUATED ACCIDENT. (PHOTOS).

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 Tears as Phyna, Big brother Naija season 7 winner, buries younger sister, Ruth Otabor, after fatal Dangote Truck perpetuated Accident.   Ruth Otabor, younger sister to BBN season 7 winner,  a fresh graduate of Auchi Polytechnic, died last month after a Dangote truck accident near the school. She sustained severe injuries, including an amputation, before later succumbing to complications. Family, friends, and sympathizers gathered for the funeral today, with Phyna visibly emotional as she laid her sister to rest. The tragedy has sparked calls for greater road safety measures, especially regarding heavy-duty trucks on Nigerian roads. More photos below. 

AMAWBIA YOUTH VANGUARD LEADS PROTEST TO END SOCIAL VICES IN ANAMBRA, DEMANDS IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN OF BROTHELS IN AMAWBIA.(PHOTOS).

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 Amawbia Youth Vanguard Leads Protest to End Social Vices in Anambra, demands  immediate shutdown of brothels in Amawbia. In a decisive move to reinforce peace, security, and moral order in Anambra State, the Amawbia Youth Vanguard  staged a massive protest against the alarming surge of social vices, declaring their commitment to confront illicit activities threatening the safety and dignity of the community. The demonstration stunned the city as the youth displayed placards bearing bold messages, including: "Say No To Morning Star Guesthouse, Happiness Guesthouse, Nice Day Guesthouse, and Whatsapp Guesthouse." In a release signed by the Chairman of Amawbia Youth Vanguard, Hon. Comr. Chukwunwendu Benedict Nnagbo, the protest commenced at Eziokpaligwe Square and advanced to suspected criminal hideouts linked to drug dealing, prostitution, brothels, hoodlums, and other illicit activities. The protest particularly targeted Morning Star Guesthouse and Happiness Guesthouse, wi...

TROOPS, OTHER HYBRID FORCES KILL NOTORIOUS BANDIT LEADER IN KOGI STATE . (PHOTO).

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 Troops, other hybrid forces kill notorious bandit leader in Kogi State  Troops of the 12 Brigade Nigerian Army under Operation ACCORD III, in conjunction with Other Hybrid Forces, OHF, have killed a notorious bandit leader in Kogi State, North-Central Nigeria, identified as Babangida Kachala. A statement by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations,12 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Hassan Abdullahi noted that on September 11 the combined troops laid an ambush at a suspected bandit crossing point following credible intelligence on the movement of terrorists within Ofere Forest and Ayetoro Gbede general area. According to Lieutenant Abdullahi, initial contact was not made but while the troops were withdrawing they ran into an ambush by the criminals along their route leading to an ensuing exchange of fire.  The gallant troops engaged the bandits with superior firepower, neutralising one of them and thereafter exploited the area, during which they recovered on...

THE HISTORIC JOLLOF RICE COOKING, DONE AND DUSTED, NIGERIANS AND NON NIGERIANS EAGERLY AWAIT RESULTS THAT SHOW A WORLD RECORD WAS ACHIEVED BY CHIEF HILDA BACI.(PHOTO).

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 Chef Baci's Triumphant  Jollof The historic Jollof rice cooking, done and dusted, Nigerians and non Nigerians eagerly await results that show a world record was achieved by Chief Hilda Baci. The large and excited crowd made up of fans, foodies, celebrities and social media influencers,  cheered Baci September 12, 2025 as she attempted a Guinness World Record for the biggest pot of jollof rice ever. They were with her from 12 noon Friday to 4am Saturday morning. People say that's true definition of having faith in her culinary skills. Baci didn't disappoint as she and her team cooked up a storm with the aroma permeating the environment where the historic endeavour took place. Although the massive 6x6-meter pot, for the expedition caved in slightly as they tried to lift it for measurements, an important step for Baci's record-breaking attempt, the Jollof rice was not affected.

INDIA: A SIKH WOMAN IN HER 20'S WAS RAPED IN BROAD DAYLIGHT IN A PARK OFF TAME ROAD, OLDBURY, ON TUESDAY MORNING, IN WHAT POLICE ARE TREATING AS A RACIALLY AGGRAVATED HATE CRIME.(PHOTO).

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 A Sikh woman in her 20s was raped in broad daylight in a park off Tame Road, Oldbury, on Tuesday morning, in what police are treating as a racially aggravated hate crime. The assault took place shortly before 8.30am when two white men attacked the woman, hurling racist abuse and telling her to “go back to your country” during the ordeal. West Midlands Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects. One attacker has been described as heavy-built, with a shaven head, wearing a dark sweatshirt and gloves. The second was seen in a grey top with a silver zip. “This was a horrific attack. We are appealing to anyone who saw two men in the area or has CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage to contact us urgently,” police said in a statement. The incident has sparked anger and fear within the Sikh community, which has reported a rise in racist incidents in recent months. Labour MP Preet Kaur Gill condemned the assault, calling it “an act of extreme violence and racism.” In a post on X, she...

I'VE "SUFFICIENTLY ACHIEVED" EMERGENCY RULE MANDATE IN RIVERS STATE - IBAS. (PHOTO).

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 I've "sufficiently achieved" emergency rule mandate in Rivers State - Ibas Rivers State Administrator,  Vice Admiral Ibok Ibas (Rtd), has declared the mandate handed to him by President Bola Tinubu as "sufficiently achieved," following the successful restoration of democratic governance at the grassroots level. Ibas made the declaration when  the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, RSIEC presented the report of the recently concluded local government elections to him at the Government House, Port Harcourt. Vice Admiral Ibas stated that the peaceful conduct of the polls and the subsequent swearing-in of democratically elected chairmen and councillors across the 23 local government  areas of the state marked the direct fulfilment of the presidential directive issued to him on March 18, 2025. He commended RSIEC for organising what he described as a fair, credible, and transparent electoral process, which has been widely praised within and beyond the sta...

SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNALIST REDI TLHABI REPORTEDLY THREATENED WITH U.S. VISA REVOCATION. (PHOTOS).

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 South African Journalist Redi Tlhabi Reportedly Threatened With U.S. Visa Revocation South African journalist Redi Tlhabi, who is currently based in the United States, has reportedly been threatened with the revocation of her U.S. visa. According to sources, the warning came from the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and is linked to social media posts in which Tlhabi commented on the killing of American political commentator Charlie Kirk. In response, Tlhabi dismissed the threats, stating that if the U.S. government wants her, “they know where to find me.” More photos below. 

NIGERIAN NATIONAL ARRESTED FOR DRUG DEALING IN POLOKWANE. (PHOTO).

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 Nigerian National Arrested for Drug Dealing in Polokwane Polokwane police have arrested a 37-year-old Nigerian national for dealing and possession of drugs worth an estimated R40 000. The arrest took place on Friday, 12 September 2025, at around 10:30. According to police, the team acted on intelligence about a man allegedly selling illicit substances along Paul Kruger Street. The suspect was approached and searched, leading to the discovery of Crystal Meth, Heroin, and Rock drugs, all packaged in transparent plastic bags. The drugs, with a combined street value of approximately R40 000, were confiscated, and the suspect was taken into custody. He is expected to appear before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 15 September 2025, facing charges of dealing and possession of drugs.

MALAWIAN NATIONAL ON THE RUN AFTER ALLEGEDLY KILLING BANGLADESHI CO-WORKER IN EMALAHLENI. (PHOTO).

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 Malawian National on the Run After Allegedly Killing Bangladeshi Co-worker in eMalahleni A Malawian national is on the run after allegedly killing a Bangladeshi national in eMalahleni (Witbank), Mpumalanga. According to reports, the two men were working together in a local shop when the incident occurred. The suspect is believed to have killed his co-worker and hidden the body in a fridge inside the store. After committing the crime, the suspect allegedly took an undisclosed sum of money from the shop and fled the scene. Police have launched a manhunt and are urging anyone with information about the suspect's whereabouts to come forward.

WORLD’S LARGEST POT OF JOLLOF RICE: MINISTER LAUDS HILDA BACI, PLEDGES FG’S SUPPORT . (PHOTO).

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 World’s Largest Pot Of Jollof Rice: Minister Lauds Hilda Baci, Pledges FG’s Support  Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mallam Mohammed Idris, has commended celebrity chef Hilda Baci for her ongoing attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for cooking the world’s largest pot of jollof rice, describing it as another testament to Nigeria’s global excellence. The Minister’s message was delivered on Friday by the Director General of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, where Hilda began her ambitious challenge using a custom-built six-meter-wide pot. Speaking through the ARCON DG, the Minister said:“The Federal Government of Nigeria lauds Hilda Baci’s extraordinary effort in putting Nigeria once again on the global map. Her dedication to excellence and her unrelenting pursuit of greatness exemplify the Nigerian spirit that the world has come to appreciate.” He urged the thousands of yout...

AKON’S WIFE, TOMEKA THIAM FILES FOR DIVORCE AFTER ALMOST 30 YEARS OF MARRIAGE.(PHOTO).

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 Akon’s wife, Tomeka Thiam files for divorce after almost 30 years of marriage. Tomeka Thiam filed for divorce from Akon on Sept. 11, 2025, citing irreconcilable differences after nearly 29 years of marriage. Court docs show she seeks joint legal custody, primary physical custody of their 17-year-old daughter, and spousal support. Akon has yet to comment on the matter. ACCORDING TO ANOTHER SOURCE: After almost three decades together, Akon’s wife, Tomeka Thiam, has decided to call it quits.   According to court filings, Tomeka says she married the singer back in September 1996 but is now pulling the plug on their marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. According TMZ, the couple share a 17-year-old child, and Tomeka is asking the court for joint legal custody while requesting physical custody. She is also seeking spousal support but at the same time asking the court to block Akon from receiving any spousal support himself. Over the years, Akon has remained vague about how m...

MINISTER ADDRESSES STAFF PROTEST, CLAIMS CONTROVERSY BOOSTS POPULARITY. (PHOTO).

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 Minister Addresses Staff Protest, Claims Controversy Boosts Popularity The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, addressed staff concerns at a town hall meeting held at the National Centre for Women’s Development on Friday, following a protest by ministry workers on Wednesday, September 10. The workers had locked the minister out of the office, protesting poor welfare conditions and prolonged neglect, while chanting solidarity songs and demanding her removal. Speaking calmly, Sulaiman-Ibrahim stated she harbored no anger toward the protesters, emphasizing that the controversy had unexpectedly increased her public profile. “I’m not upset. In fact, I’m now a more popular politician. People who didn’t know me now know me,” she said, noting that the situation had brought greater visibility to the ministry’s work. “More people are going to look at our work and like it. We have thrown ourselves into the public domain.” The minister acknowledged the workers’ grievances, stat...

JOSTUM VOWS STRICT PENALTIES FOR STUDENTS ENGAGING IN BANNED SIGNING-OUT ACTIVITIES. (PHOTO).

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 JOSTUM Vows Strict Penalties for Students Engaging in Banned Signing-Out Activities The management of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM) has announced severe disciplinary measures for students participating in signing-out activities, in line with a Federal Government ban on such practices in tertiary institutions. The university’s Registrar and Secretary to the Senate, Dr. John David, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday in Makurdi. Dr. David emphasized that signing-out activities, which involve students scribbling on clothes and engaging in disorderly conduct, contradict JOSTUM’s culture and values. He noted that these practices often lead to excessive noise, partying, and unsafe behavior, tarnishing the dignity of graduates and the institution’s reputation. The university had already prohibited such activities on February 15, 2025, prior to the federal directive. “The primary concern of the university administration is to ensure that students graduate wi...

SENATE'S PERSECUTION OF SENATOR NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN IS A DESCENT INTO LEGISLATIVE DICTATORSHIP AND DEMOCRATIC ANARCHY. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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  PRESS RELEASE SENATE'S PERSECUTION OF SENATOR NATASHA AKPOTI-UDUAGHAN IS A DESCENT INTO LEGISLATIVE DICTATORSHIP AND DEMOCRATIC ANARCHY The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) rises in vehement condemnation of the Godswill Akpabio-led Senate’s decision to continue barring Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from performing her sacred constitutional duties. This act is not merely an error in judgement; it is a brazen, premeditated assault on democracy itself, a direct threat to the social contract, and a dangerous slide towards fascism masquerading as governance. That you suspended a fellow Senator from her constitutional roles depriving her people proper representation is not sinful enough but you went ahead to ignore the rulings of the Court that voided her suspension and at the expiration of your illegal suspension, you are still denying her a return is the height of impunity and morally reprehensible. This is no longer democracy. The Senate’s pathetic recourse to a frivolous legal techn...

ABIA STATE GOVERNMENT ADDRESSES LAND COMPENSATION ISSUES FOR AIRPORT PROJECT. (PHOTOS)

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 Abia State Government Addresses Land Compensation Issues for Airport Project The Abia State Government has confirmed that it has disbursed compensation to landowners affected by the Abia Airport project, particularly those whose properties are located along the runway in Nsulu, Isialangwa North Local Government Area. The announcement follows a protest earlier this week by some villagers who claimed they had not received their payments. During a fact-finding visit to the project site on Friday, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Caleb Ajagba, accompanied by the Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Mr. Chaka Chukwumerije, and other top officials, clarified that the majority of landowners have been compensated. Ajagba noted that approximately 3,500 individuals have received payments, with outstanding cases attributed to issues such as incomplete indemnity certificates or problems with bank accounts. “We discovered that it is not that they have not been paid, but some of them have cha...

ABIA FIRST LADY URGES TEACHERS TO NURTURE PUPILS’ POTENTIAL, DISTRIBUTES EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS . (PHOTO).

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 Abia First Lady Urges Teachers to Nurture Pupils’ Potential, Distributes Educational Materials  Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti, wife of Abia State Governor Alex Otti, has called on teachers across the state to identify and develop the potential of school pupils, emphasizing their critical role in shaping future leaders. Speaking on Friday in Umuahia during the first phase of the Safe Tent back-to-school outreach for the 2025/2026 academic year, Mrs. Otti described teachers as “the hand that holds the future” and urged them to teach with care and compassion. The event, which included the distribution of educational materials to pupils, aligns with Governor Alex Otti’s free and compulsory education policy launched earlier this year. Mrs. Otti highlighted education as the cornerstone of development and transformation, noting that the donated materials aim to ensure unhindered access to education, particularly for children from vulnerable households. “This initiative is a further b...

PATEL TO TESTIFY BEFORE CONGRESS OVER KIRK ASSASSINATION INVESTIGATION ERRORS AND FBI TURMOIL. (PHOTO).

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 Patel to testify before Congress over Kirk assassination investigation errors and FBI turmoil Hours after conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated, FBI Director Kash Patel inaccurately claimed online that “the subject” in the killing was in custody. In reality, the shooter remained at large, and the two men initially detained were quickly released. Utah officials confirmed the gunman had not been apprehended. The misstatement highlighted ongoing scrutiny of Patel’s leadership as he faces congressional hearings this week, not only over the Kirk investigation but also broader questions about his ability to stabilize the bureau amid political pressures and internal unrest. Lawmakers are expected to question Patel on a recent purge of senior FBI executives, the prioritization of immigration and street crime over long-standing counterintelligence and corruption investigations, and his handling of politically sensitive cases, including those connected to former President Dona...

SEEKS STRONGER SYNERGY WITH PRIVATE GUARDS TO TACKLE INSECURITY IN KWARA.(PHOTO).

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 Seeks Stronger Synergy with Private Guards to Tackle Insecurity in Kwara. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara State has urged stronger collaboration between security agencies and private guard companies to curb rising insecurity. State Commandant, Umar Mohammed made the call at a Security Summit in Ilorin the state capital, organized in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Private Security Practitioners of Nigeria (ALPSPN). The summit themed “The Role of Private Security Guards in Crime Prevention and Intelligence Gathering” highlighted the growing threat of banditry, kidnapping, cultism, and cybercrime, stressing that conventional agencies cannot tackle them alone. Once known for its peace, Kwara has in recent times faced insecurity challenges. The NSCDC Commandant Umar Mohammed maintained that the state’s 62 licensed private security firms, if well-regulated and integrated, can provide vital intelligence and support to security agencies in pro...

LAGOS WOOS POLAND WITH TRADE, INNOVATION OPPORTUNITIES. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LAGOS WOOS POLAND WITH TRADE, INNOVATION OPPORTUNITIES Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu called for stronger trade and investment partnerships between Lagos and Poland, describing the two economies as natural partners with shared aspirations for growth and prosperity. The Governor made the call at the inaugural Polish-Nigerian Economic Forum, organised by the Polish Investment and Trade Agency and the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Nigeria, held at Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat noted that strengthening economic ties with Poland will position Lagos as a globally competitive hub for investment, trade, and innovation. His words, “As a government, we reaffirm our readiness to welcome investors, innovators, and partners from Poland to explore the limitless opportunities our State offers. We are committed to creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive...

LASG HOLDS MAIDEN WATERFRONT SUMMIT. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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LASG HOLDS MAIDEN WATERFRONT SUMMIT … Sets Agenda for Lagoon Protection The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development, on Thursday, hosted the first-ever Lagos Waterfront Summit and Stakeholders’ Engagement at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island. The Summit, themed: “Pressure on the Lagoon – The Lagos Experience”, brought together government leaders, policymakers, private sector players, traditional rulers, and waterfront communities to address the urgent challenges facing the Lagos Lagoon. Delivering the keynote address, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, openly condemned illegal dredging and reckless reclamation, vowing to prosecute anyone found jeopardising the future of Lagos through unlawful activities on the Lagoon.  He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to shoreline protection, stricter enforcement, and inclusive community participation, stressing that safeguarding the Lagoon is a shared responsi...

EGO NWODIM EXITS SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE AS SHOW ADDS FIVE NEW CAST MEMBERS. (PHOTO)

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 Ego Nwodim exits Saturday Night Live as show adds five new cast members Ego Nwodim is leaving “Saturday Night Live” ahead of its 51st season, marking the latest in a wave of cast changes for the long-running sketch show. Nwodim, who joined as a featured player in 2018 and was promoted two years later, announced Friday on Instagram that after seven seasons, she is moving on to new opportunities — and hinted she now has more time for weddings. She thanked Lorne Michaels, her castmates, writers, and crew for their support and the lessons learned on the iconic stage. Nwodim’s departure comes as five new cast members are set to join the show when it premieres Oct. 4. Ben Marshall, an existing writer for the show and member of the comedy trio Please Don’t Destroy, will become a featured player. Joining him are newcomers Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Kam Patterson, and Veronika Slowikowska. Each will enter as featured players, bringing experience from stand-up, online comedy, television...

WWE REVEALS LOCATION FOR WRESTLEMANIA 43.(PHOTO).

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 WWE reveals location for WrestleMania 43 WWE announced that WrestleMania 43 will take place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2027, marking the first time the company’s biggest annual event will be held outside North America. The news was revealed Friday during a YouTube live stream from Las Vegas, featuring WWE stars including Triple H, The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Seth Rollins, Logan Paul, Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan, Stephanie Vaquer, and Charlotte Flair. WWE first partnered with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Sport in 2018 through a 10-year deal to host annual shows, and the company has since held numerous Premium Live Events in Riyadh and Jeddah. WWE Chief Content Officer Paul Levesque, also known as Triple H, called the announcement a historic step, describing it as “our first foray into doing our Super Bowl in an international market.” Saudi Arabia will also host the 2026 Royal Rumble, another of WWE’s top annual events. Next year’s WrestleMania, titled “The Showcase of the Im...

ERIKA KIRK GIVES EMOTIONAL ADDRESS TO NATION AFTER HUSBAND CHARLIE KIRK’S KILLING. (PHOTO).

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 Erika Kirk gives emotional address to nation after husband Charlie Kirk’s killing "You have no idea the fire that you have ignited within this wife. The cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry," said Erika Kirk, wife of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, in her first public message since his killing. Her emotional remarks came just days after a gunman fatally shot her husband while he was speaking at Utah Valley University. Speaking to supporters and addressing the nation, Erika vowed to continue her husband's work with Turning Point USA and ensure that his legacy endures. "The movement my husband built will not die. It won't, I refuse to let that happen ... All of us will refuse to let that happen," she said. "No one will ever forget my husband's name, and I will make sure of it." Erika thanked first responders, investigators, and President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their support in the after...

PARIS HILTON MINI BEAUTY FRIDGES RECALLED OVER FIRE HAZARDS. (PHOTO).

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Paris Hilton mini beauty fridges recalled over fire hazards About 110,000 Paris Hilton-branded mini beauty fridges are being recalled after reports that some units overheated and caught fire, federal safety officials said. The Consumer Product Safety Commission warned that the fridges’ electrical switches can short-circuit, creating fire and burn hazards. Officials have received 27 reports of the mini fridges overheating or igniting, though no injuries have been reported. Damage included harm to the units and nearby surfaces. The recall affects 4-liter and 10-liter Paris Hilton Mini Beauty Fridges sold in pink, white, aqua, and hot pink. Only units manufactured before August 2024 with specific serial numbers are included; units outside the affected serial range should not be discarded. The fridges were sold at Walmart and Ross stores, as well as online at Walmart.com, Amazon.com, and other e-commerce sites from November 2022 through July 2025. Prices ranged from about $30 for the 4-lit...

NBA LEGEND SHAQUILLE O'NEAL TO HELP PAY FUNERAL EXPENSES FOR FOUR SISTERS KILLED IN NORTH CAROLINA HOUSE FIRE. (PHOTO).

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NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal to help pay funeral expenses for four sisters killed in North Carolina house fire NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal is helping cover the funeral expenses for four young sisters who died in a house fire in North Carolina. Kalani, 7, Kendall, 5, Josephina, 3, and Sophia, 2, were killed when flames engulfed their Columbus County home. Two other girls, aged 11, managed to escape. First responders arrived quickly, but the fire was too intense for them to enter safely. O’Neal joined forces with sheriffs from Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina to pay the full cost of the memorial, easing the financial burden on the grieving family. The Henry County Sheriff’s Office in Georgia said the collaborative effort “fully covers the expenses associated with honoring the girls, lifting the financial burden from the grieving family.” The sisters were remembered in their obituary as “bright lights who brought joy to everyone around them,” with individual loves ranging from suns...

INDIVIDUALS ACROSS THE COUNTRY FACE REPERCUSSIONS OVER ALLEGED SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS AND COMMENTS REGARDING CHARLIE KIRK’S DEATH. (PHOTO)

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 Individuals across the country face repercussions over alleged social media posts and comments regarding Charlie Kirk’s death In the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination on Wednesday, social media posts and public comments about his death have sparked consequences for individuals across the United States. Conservative figures and activists have called for accountability for those who celebrated or made controversial remarks following Kirk’s death, with some pushing for investigations into online behavior. From job terminations to suspensions and administrative leave, reactions have varied by state. In Arizona, a sports reporter was fired over posts critical of Kirk’s stances on guns and Gaza. California State University, Sacramento, is reviewing a sociology professor’s social media activity for possible violations of the university’s Honor Code. Florida saw several school employees suspended or investigated, including teachers and a former Jacksonville Public...

ED SHEERAN DROPS PLAY ALBUM AND RELEASES CAMERA VIDEO.(PHOTO).

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 Ed Sheeran drops Play album and releases Camera video Ed Sheeran has returned with new music, unveiling his latest album Play alongside a music video for the song "Camera" on Friday. The 34-year-old singer-songwriter’s new album features 13 tracks, including "Opening," "Sapphire," "Azizam," "Old Phone," "Symmetry," "In Other Words," "A Little More," "Slowly," "Don't Look Down," "The Vow," "For Always," "Heaven," and the lead single "Camera." Sheeran described Play as a project that reignited his sense of fun in music-making. “Writing and recording Subtract was so cathartic but also heavy. Going into Stereo after Mathematics ended, I wanted to start with the polar opposite,” he wrote on Instagram. “Play celebrates love, life, culture, exploring, creativity, and technicolor. The last six months have been exactly what I needed to get back into th...

PiCNG CHAIRMAN: NIGERIA MUST LEVERAGE 200TRN GAS RESERVES FOR CLEAN ENERGY TRANSITION. (PHOTO).

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 PiCNG chairman: Nigeria must leverage 200trn gas reserves for clean energy transition Ismaeel Ahmed, executive chairman of the presidential initiative on compressed natural gas (PiCNG), says Nigeria must take advantage of its vast gas reserves to drive a clean energy transition. In a Facebook post he shared on Friday while reflecting on his first two months in office, Ahmed said his tenure has so far been about “listening, learning, and laying the foundation” for PiCNG’s work. “Our mission is simple but urgent: to transition Nigeria toward cleaner, more affordable, and more sustainable energy,” he wrote. “That begins with ensuring that CNG reaches cities and communities across this country, especially those that have long been underserved.” The PiCNG chairman said the initiative is focused on securing reliable feedstock for mobility and industry, building compression stations and conversion centres, and partnering with financial institutions to drive investments in logistics and a...

LG CRISIS: OSUN APC REINSTATED CHAIRMEN SUE FG, STATE GOVT, SEEK TENURE EXTENSION TO 2028.(PHOTO).

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 LG crisis: Osun APC reinstated chairmen sue FG, state govt, seek tenure extension to 2028   Amid the lingering local government crisis in Osun State, the reinstated executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have dragged the Federal Government, the Inspector General of Police, the Osun State Government, and others to court, seeking an extension of their tenure beyond its scheduled expiration in October 2025. The APC officials, elected in October 2022, were sacked by Governor Ademola Adeleke after a Federal Court nullified the election. However, in February 2025, the Court of Appeal reinstated them. Despite this, PDP members were sworn in as council executives following the February 22 local government poll, leaving both parties claiming control. Since then, local government workers under the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) have been on strike, while federal allocations remain withheld. In a fresh suit filed at the Federal High Court, Osogbo (FHC/OS/...

NEW TAX LAW CLARIFIES USERS OF TIN FOR BANK ACCOUNTS. (PHOTO).

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 New tax law clarifies users of TIN for bank accounts The Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA) has reinforced the requirement for a Tax Identification Number (Tax ID) for certain transactions, including opening bank accounts. According to Fiscal Reforms Nigeria, the Act makes clear that only “taxable persons,” those who earn income from trade, business, or other economic activity, are mandated to register and obtain a Tax ID. The NTAA does not introduce a new rule but clarifies an existing policy that has been in effect since the Finance Act of 2019. It seeks to create a fairer and more transparent tax system while protecting citizens’ rights. The statement reads: "The Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA) mandates the use of Tax Identification Numbers (Tax ID) for certain transactions. Understandably, many Nigerians have questions about what this means for banking, businesses, and everyday life. "This FAQ provides answers, clarifies misconceptions, and highlights the safegu...

IKA OF AFRICA GOES GLOBAL! PORTABLE FLAUNTS NEW CANADIAN VISA. (PHOTO).

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Ika of Africa goes global! Portable flaunts new Canadian visa Nigerian street-hop singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has once again set social media buzzing after unveiling his new makeover and showering himself with grand titles. Taking to his Instagram page, the “Zazu Zeh” crooner shared photos of himself clad in a white and green outfit while boldly listing the names he now identifies with. Portable described himself as “Mr Nigeria, Tony Montana of London, Ika of Africa, Emergency Musician, and Awolumate of America.” He also bragged about securing two separate 10-year Canadian visas, emphasizing that music is his main source of livelihood. “Call Me Mr Nigeria Agbara God Power, Ika of Africa, Emergency Musician, Tony Montana of London, Awolumate of America. I got 10 10-year Canada visa. I do music for a living. Zazuu Zeh, Canadian,” he wrote.

100 LEVEL TARABA UNIVERSITY FEMALE STUDENT FOUND DEAD IN BOYFRIEND’S HOUSE. (PHOTO).

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 100 level Taraba university female student found dead in boyfriend’s house Shock waves and mourning has enveloped the Taraba State University community following the discovery of a female student’s lifeless body in the Bakasi area of Jalingo, metropolis. The deceased, identified as Comfort Jimtop Oliver, was a 100-level student in the Department of Mass Communication and hailed from Takum local government council of the state According to preliminary reports, her body was found in a residence said to belong to her boyfriend. The circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear at the time of filing this report, however, the Police said an investigation has been launched to unravel the incident. Authorities say efforts are underway to determine the cause of death and establish the events leading up to the tragedy. The university community has been left reeling from the incident, with students and staff expressing deep sorrow over the sudden loss of a promising young life. Though ...