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 Enugu Priest killing : Police Arrest 38 Suspects The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Police Command, CP Mamman Giwa, has ordered the intensification of the ongoing manhunt for the armed men who shot and murdered Rev Fr Matthew Eya. Fr Eya was shot dead by alleged kidnappers in the night hours of 19th September 2025, along Eha-Ndiagu Eha-Etiti Road in Eha-Alumona community of Nsukka Local Government Area. This was disclosed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the state police command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, in a release on Sunday. According to him, “CP Giwa had earlier directed the Udenu Area Commander, alongside Heads of Tactical and Operational Squads of the Command, to fish out the fleeing assailants upon receipt of information on the incident.” He said as a result, police operatives under the Udenu Area Command’s coverage have arrested thirty-eight suspects, following bush combing and raids of different black spots in the area.

 BENUE: KATSINA-ALA CHAIRMAN RECEIVES 8 FALLEN OFFICERS FROM AGU CENTER ATTACK 21st September, 2025  The Executive Chairman of Katsina-Ala Local Government, Hon. Justin Shaku, has received the remains of eight additional police personnel who lost their lives in the deadly ambush at Agu Center in Mbatyula/Mberev Council Ward. Among the deceased was Officer Dan Zuru, whose body was identified at the scene, leaving many in deep shock and grief. By Nicholas Aondona One more photo below. 

 Katsina Principal Under Probe for Selling School Property The Katsina State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (KTPCACC) has launched a sweeping investigation into alleged fraud involving school principals, ward officials, and state departments, with losses running into hundreds of millions of naira. According to the commission, four secondary school principals in Danja, Rimaye, Maigora, and Kurami are under probe for alleged mismanagement of ₦6.6 million in school funds. One of them is accused of selling government-owned property worth millions of naira. The commission also revealed that councillors and Community Development Officers diverted about ₦46 million during the distribution of subsidised fertilizer under a state programme. Ward officials in Musawa, Malumfashi, Matazu, Faskari, and Funtua LGAs allegedly pocketed amounts ranging from ₦52,000 to over ₦25 million. Some suspects have confessed and begun refunding the money. In another case, ₦136 million was rep...

  Ooni Visits Ladoja Ahead Of Coronation The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Sunday, paid a courtesy visit to the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, at his Bodija residence in Ibadan, Oyo State, ahead of his coronation. The visit, which held on September 21, 2025, attracted members of the Olubadan-in-Council, Ibadan Mogajis, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), students of Ibadanland as well as prominent personalities, including broadcaster and musician, Dr Yinka Ayefele. Addressing guests, the Ooni described Ladoja as a symbol of resilience and fulfilment, noting that his life reflects the adage “what you sow is what you reap.” He stressed that the coronation of the former governor of Oyo State as Olubadan of Ibadanland was a rare blessing and a culmination of distinguished service both in politics and traditional leadership. “Ladoja has served as governor, a political father to many, and today, he is ascending the Olubadan stool. Thi...

 She was a committed, humble public servant,” Wike mourns Mrs. Adayilo, first female Head of Service The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr Nyesom Wike, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Mrs. Grace Adayilo, the first female Head of Service of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). Speaking at her funeral service held at the Christian Ecumenical Centre in Abuja, Wike described her death as painful, especially given her dedication and commitment to her work. Wike recalled his first meeting with Mrs. Adayilo during her inauguration as Permanent Secretary of Agriculture and later as Head of Service. He praised her for being a committed, humble, and loyal public servant who worked tirelessly without excuses. He noted that she was a stickler for discipline and ensured that tasks were executed promptly. “I met her during the inauguration, and then she was made permanent secretary of agriculture. I started relating with her. When the first set of civ...

 European-American University Disowns Fake Degree Awarded to Musician Rarara The European-American University has disowned an alleged honorary doctorate degree conferred on Hausa musician, Dauda Kahutu Rarara, describing the award as fraudulent. The ceremony, held at Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, was attended by dignitaries including Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda. In a statement on its official website, the university said it never authorised the event or conferred any degree on Rarara or others mentioned as recipients. It identified individuals who paraded themselves as its officials, including Musari Audu Isyaku and Idris Aliyu, as having no legal authority to represent the institution. The university further clarified that its current Vice Chancellor is Professor Luca Scotto di Tella, not Dr Josephine Egbuta, who was dismissed earlier this year. It vowed to involve Nigerian authorities to take action against those behind the fake convocation.

 Nigerians facing evil, Tinubu may be president for life – El-Rufai tells Atiku Former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has warned that Nigeria is facing a major evil ahead of the 2027 presidential election. El-Rufai warned that President Bola Tinubu may become president for life if Nigerians fail to unite and remove him in 2027. The key member of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, spoke while receiving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar during a solidarity visit yesterday evening. Atiku had visited El-Rufai over his attack by APC-sponsored thugs at the recent inauguration of the ADC in Kaduna State. El-Rufai said: “It’s a disgrace for people to behave the way they are behaving, it means all the years we were for democracy and NADECO was all fake, a pretense, all the claims we are fighting for, true federalism is all fake. “This government is trying to centralize everything instead of devolving powers to the lower levels but the some total of this is that we are facin...

 Malawi's ex-President Mutharika takes early lead in election Malawi's former President Peter Mutharika has taken an early lead in this week's election, in which he faced off for the fourth time against incumbent Lazarus Chakwera, provisional results from one-quarter of councils showed, Reuters reported. Mutharika received roughly 51% of the valid votes cast in nine of the country's 36 councils, compared with nearly 39% for Chakwera, according to Reuters calculations based on results released by the country's election commission. A candidate needs to secure more than 50% of valid votes for an outright win, otherwise there will be a second round. Political analysts had predicted that the September 16 vote would be a two-horse race between Mutharika and Chakwera, the presidential candidates of the two biggest parties in the Southern African country's parliament. Inflation Malawi has faced economic stagnation since former pastor Chakwera, 70, was elected five years...

Pastor distributes bras to female church members who came to church without wearing any. Video Credit;Reclaimers ministries.  Watch video below. 

 BENUE: YOUTHS BURN SUSPECT'S HOUSE AFTER MENTALLY ILL MAN HACKS VICTIM TO DEATH 21st September, 2025  Panic erupted in Owukpa, Ogbadibo LGA of Benue State, on Thursday after a mentally ill suspect allegedly hacked a man to death in Ipiege–Igah-Uroko. The assailant, said to have trekked from Otukpa-Ukalegu, attacked the victim with a machete before destroying property. Enraged youths retaliated by burning down his house and nearby buildings. Security operatives have moved in to restore calm, while community leaders urged peace and consoled the bereaved family. By Peter ogah

 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REVOKES 1,263 MINERAL LICENSES   1,263 mineral licenses have been revoked by the Federal Government due to annual service fees default. These include 584 exploration licenses, 65 mining leases, 144 quarry licenses, and 470 small-scale mining leases. Approving the revocation following the recommendation of the Mining Cadastre Office, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake said applying the law to keep speculators and unserious investors away from the mining sector would make way for diligent investors and grow the sector. The latest revocation brings the total mineral titles revoked under the current administration to 3, 794 including, 619 mineral titles revoked for defaulting in paying annual service fees and 912 for dormancy last year.

 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Race: Falconets soar over She-Amavubi in Kigali   Nigeria’s U20 girls, Falconets, pipped hosts Rwanda 1-0 in a 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup second round, first leg qualifying match in Kigali on Sunday.  Both teams fought hard on the pitch of the Kigali-Pele Stadium, located in the Nyamirambo district of the city, but there was no breakthrough for either side in a gritty first 45 minutes.  Alaba Olabiyi scored from a goalmouth scramble off a corner kick in the 70th minute to give Nigeria victory, and put smiles on the face of Head Coach Moses Aduku in his first outing with the team.  Both teams will clash in the return at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan on Saturday

 Abia Govt Vows To Arrest traditional health attendants and  Residents Using Traditional Birth Attendants The Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex Otti has warned that the government plans to arrest anyone patronizing traditional birth attendants, citing Nigeria’s contribution to 29 per cent of maternal mortality worldwide. Speaking on Saturday during the commissioning of two primary health centers in Bende local government, the Governor, resented by the commissioner for health, Prof. Enoch Ogbonnaya said that traditional birth attendants lack the requisite skills for safety in the handling of maternal and child health care services. “One of the major causes of maternal mortality is delivery by unskilled workers. And that includes traditional birth attendants who have not been trained and certified to provide that level of healthcare service, They therefore do not have the requisite skills for safety in the handling of maternal and child health care services,”  He emphasized t...

 Onitsha South Mayor Advises Couples on Family Planning Amidst Gov. Soludo’s Free Social Programs The Mayor of Onitsha South Local Government Area, Hon. Chief Emeka Orji, has cautioned couples to plan their families effectively, citing the numerous free social programs initiated by Governor Charles Soludo. Speaking at the Local Government Secretariat during the presentation of free healthcare insurance for 1,000 citizens, Orji noted that the governor’s initiatives have made life easier for the residents of Anambra State. “The free programs include antenatal care, delivery, education from basic to secondary school level, and soon, bursary payments for higher institution students. Additionally, the governor’s “One Youth, Two Skills” program which provides skills training and startup grants. Orji emphasized that parents should plan their families, considering the benefits provided by the governor, to ensure they can adequately care for their children. He reiterated that Anambra State ...

 Atiku Abubakar's Oldest Son Conferred with Igbo Traditional Title as "Agu Di Ebube Ndi Igbo 1 of Adamawa" According to a media post on Saturday, 20 September 2025, by the Adamawa State Commissioner for Works and Transportation, Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the eldest son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar was conferred with the prestigious Igbo traditional title of Agu Di Ebube Ndi Igbo I of Adamawa State. The honour was bestowed during a courtesy visit by the vibrant Igbo community of Adamawa to His Excellency Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri at the Government House, Yola The gathering, described as more than a formal visit, became a celebration of unity, cultural pride, and the enduring friendship between the Igbo people and the Adamawa family. In his remarks, Adamu Atiku expressed gratitude to the Igbo community for the recognition, pledging to use the title as a platform to strengthen the bonds between government, traditional institutions, and cultural groups across the s...

 Sunday Dare: Tinubu’s policies yielding positive impact Sunday Dare is President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications. In this interview with the TVC, he discusses how the president’s policies have been shaping Nigeria’s economy. He also explains why Nigerians must leverage trade and investments in what they produce, among other issues. African Continental Free Trade Area (ACFTA), I know it’s the way to go. They just concluded the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) and all of that. A lot of discussions around Nigeria’s economy. You said it’s key. Is Nigeria ready to play in this market?  Nigeria is already playing in that market. I know quite a number of legislations have been gazetted under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. An air cargo corridor for the ease of goods and services into the country has also been opened. So Nigeria is already a player. Don’t forget, beyond the continental partnership, there’s the regional, which is the ECOWAS protocol on fre...

 Anambra poll: Soludo confirms zoning of governorship seat The Anambra State governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has announced that the zoning of the governor’s seat among the state’s three senatorial districts has been officially institutionalised and should be upheld for future elections. Soludo, the candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the November 8, 2025, Anambra governorship election, stated this in Abatete, on Saturday, during an endorsement rally for his candidacy and the homecoming event for a former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Ifeanyi Ibezi, who recently joined the APGA. According to a Sunday statement released by the governor’s Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, Soludo explained that the Southern senatorial zone, which he represents, currently holds the governor’s position after the Northern district maintained power for eight years. The governor welcomed Ibezi back into APGA, reassuring his supporters that APGA serves as the umbrella for all progr...

 Lagos Badagry West LCDA Vice Chairman, Oluremi Ajose is dead The Vice Chairman of Badagry West Local Council Development Area, LCDA, Lagos State, Princess Oluremi Nutayi Ajose, has died two months after assuming office. Reports from the ancient town of Badagry confirmed that the late council vice chairman died on Saturday, sending shockwaves through the local political and traditional communities. Ajose, who was sworn in on July 27, 2025, alongside the LCDA Chairman, Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren, and five councilors, were inaugurated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Lagos. Family sources confirmed her death, disclosing that her remains have been deposited in a morgue. Princess Ajose was the daughter of His Royal Majesty, Oba Oyekan Possi Ajose, the Alapa of Apa Egun-Awori Kingdom, further deepening the grief within the royal household and across the community.  Oluwakemi Rufai, Councillor for Ward C1 in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, also died on August 13, barely tw...

Two Brazil returnees excrete 116 wraps of heroin, cocaine in NDLEA custody . Businesswoman conceals 1.40kg meth in butt pad underwear as Agency intercepts illicit drug shipments in phone chargers, food items going to Europe, Hong Kong at Lagos airport; large consignments of skunk, opioid in Zamfara, Adamawa Two Brazil returnees: Ofoma Sunday and Ukachukwu Frank Ikechukwu have excreted a total of 116 wraps of heroin and cocaine they ingested after days in observatory custody following their arrest by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos.  One of the suspects, 46-year-old Ofoma was arrested on Tuesday 16th September 2025 at terminal 2 of the Lagos airport upon his arrival from Laos, Brazil on an Ethiopian airlines flight. He was taken for body scan which confirmed ingestion of illicit drugs. Ofoma had left Nigeria for Brazil on 3rd September to courier the consignment to Lagos for a reward of $...

 Anambra PFN Commissions Hands Over Classroom Blocks/PFN Unity Chapel at Onitsha Correctional Center  By Uzo Ugwunze  It was a milestone in the history of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) on September 18, as the multimillion naira building complex comprising of Classroom Blocks and PFN Unity Chapel built by PFN Anambra State Chapter at the Medium Security Custodial Center Onitsha was commissioned and handed over formally to the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) amidst jubilations. The building complex was Commissioned by the PFN National President, His Eminence Bishop Francis Wale Oke,  represented by PFN National Deputy President, Rev. Dr. Cosmas Ilechukwu before it was handed over formerly to Controller General NCS, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche who was represented by Assistant Controller General of Corrections, Zonal Coordinator Zone M, Enugu, Prisca C. Oku.  According to the PFN Chairman Anambra State, Bishop Moses Ezedebego, this Landmark project which ...

 Limpopo man arrested after allegedly pointing firearm at shop employee A 44-year-old man has been arrested in Westenburg, Polokwane, after he allegedly pointed a firearm at a shop teller in Ladanna. Police said the incident occurred on Thursday, September 18, when the suspect, who was a customer, threatened to shoot the employee during an argument. Officers responded quickly and found the man still at the shop. “During the interview, the suspect admitted to pointing the teller with a firearm, which was inside his vehicle,” police spokesperson said. Further investigations led officers to the suspect’s workshop, where additional firearms were found. A search of his farm also uncovered four rifles and ammunition. The suspect claimed the weapons belonged to a client who had brought a vehicle for service at his workshop. He was arrested on charges of pointing a firearm and possession of suspected unlicensed firearms and ammunition. The man is expected to appear in the Polokwane Magistr...

 " In thanksgiving and to glorify God Almighty for His boundless mercy, divine guidance and steadfast love, my wife and I had the honour of worshipping at our home church, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Opobo Kingdom. The service was also a moment to sincerely appreciate the church and the good people of Rivers State, whose fervent prayers remain our reservoir of strength and courage on this journey of service. As we commemorate International Peace Day today, we will continue to walk together in harmony, guided by faith, unity and a sense of purpose. To God alone be the glory."- Gov. Fubara.  More photos below.