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 Olukoyede Harps on Integrity at Passing out of  Fresh EFCC  Cadets The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  Mr. Ola Olukoyede has charged new cadets of the Commission to be driven by the values of integrity and discipline in the course of their duties as officers of the EFCC. He gave the charge on Friday, September 26, 2025 at the Passing out Parade of 404 EFCC cadets at Nigeria Police Mobile Force Training College, Ende Hills, Akwanga, Nasarawa State. The cadets comprise 294 detective superintendents and 110 detective inspectors.  The EFCC’s boss charged the new officers to be anti-graft fighters buoyed by patriotic disposition and accountable conducts. “Being an operative of the EFCC carries heavy responsibilities of personal discipline, integrity, courage and accountability.  Your training essentially offered you a firm foothold in law enforcement and organisational discipline. The EFCC has zero tolerance for corrup...

 GOV. ALIA TO BUILD AIRPORT, EXPORT/IMPORT ZONE IN BENUE 26th September, 2025   The Benue State Government has announced plans to construct a new airport with international, domestic, and cargo terminals, alongside an Export/Import Processing Zone on the Makurdi–Gboko Road. Commissioner for Lands and Survey, Rev. Dr. Frederick Ikyaan, disclosed this on Friday during a meeting with traditional rulers from Guma, Gboko, Gwer and Tarka LGAs. He said the airport will be located after Agasha junction while the processing zone will cover about 100 hectares on the opposite side. Ikyaan noted that the land survey has been completed and that Governor Hyacinth Alia has directed work to commence immediately. He added that traditional rulers were consulted to ensure smooth implementation. Responding, Ter Gwer, Chief Dominic Akpe, and Ter Gboko, Chief Gabriel Shosom, welcomed the project but called for adequate compensation for affected communities. They commended Governor Alia for the...

“I don’t see not being married as a negative” - Actress Bimbo Akintola says  Veteran Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has revealed that despite being proposed to many times, she has turned them all down because she hasn’t found the right partner. Speaking in a recent sit-down, the 52-year-old star said: “For me not to have found my partner, the person I want to spend the rest of my life with, I don’t see it as a negative. I’ve been proposed to many times, and I’ve said no.” She also spoke about the pressure women face when it comes to marriage, warning against rushing in for the wrong reasons. “Did you just marry because people say marry? Look at divorce ratings now in Nigeria, it’s skyrocketing. Some people are married before they leave the reception if the marriage has broken up.” Akintola went further to stress that both sons and daughters should be raised with equal responsibility. “Teach your sons that their body is the temple of God the same way you teach your daughters. As s...

 Dozens of diplomats walk out as Israeli PM Netanyahu speaks at UN General Assembly Dozens of diplomats walked out of the UN’s assembly hall on Friday, September 26  as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took to the podium to deliver his speech. As the session’s chairman called for order, the hall was filled with a mix of boos and cheers as delegates streamed out, leaving masses of empty seats. Netanyahu used his address to assert that Israel would “finish the job” in Gaza as “quickly as possible” to ensure the October 2023 terror attack, which killed more than 1,200 people, is not repeated. He described the atrocities committed by Hamas: “They beheaded men. They raped women. They burned babies alive. They burned babies alive in front of their parents.” The Prime Minister held up a map of the region and crossed out various threats he claimed had been eliminated, such as Hezbollah and Iran’s nuclear capabilities. “Israel rebounded from its darkest day to deliver one of t...

 BORDER SECURITY: NIGERIA POLICE INTERCEPTS SMUGGLED PETROLEUM PRODUCTS, NABS HUMAN TRAFFICKERS, RESCUES VICTIMS ...as Border Patrol Recovers Arms, ammunition, stolen vehicles, illicit drugs in intensified border operations The Nigeria Police Force Border Patrol Unit has recorded major breakthroughs in its sustained crackdown on economic saboteurs and cross-border criminal gangs across several states of the federation. Leading the pack of recent achievements is the recovery of large consignments of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from smugglers attempting to ferry the product across Nigeria’s borders. At Gembu in Taraba State, two trucks fully loaded with PMS were abandoned by fleeing smugglers after a hot chase by Border Patrol Operatives of the Gembu border point. Similarly, along a bush path linking Nigeria with the Benin Republic, three motorcycles laden with 43 jerrycans of PMS were intercepted, while at Mubi in Adamawa State, Border Patrol personnel impounded a Toyota Starlet conv...

 INTERNAL SECURITY: IGP EGBETOKUN COMMISSIONS 59 ARMOURED VEHICLES FOR ENHANCED TACTICAL OPERATIONS Operational capacity of the Nigeria Police Force received a major boost today, 26th September 2025, as the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, commissioned fifty-nine (59) Armoured Toyota Hilux Vehicles at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. These purpose-built vehicles, designed to withstand hostile fire, endure harsh terrains, and provide speed, durability, and protection, mark a significant step in equipping tactical and special units to dominate in high-risk field operations. In his address, the IGP emphasised that the credibility of the Nigeria Police Force will continually be earned by results delivered, noting that the commissioning comes at a critical time when insecurity is evolving in both complexity and intensity across the African continent, with Nigeria not exempt. He further stated that the newly inducted vehicles are not ceremonial displays...

 A 9th grade Utah student snuck a firearm on a school field trip, then used it to take his own life in front of his classmates. Students from Canyon View Junior High were enjoying a day at South Fork Park as part of a school field trip when the unthinkable happened.  Unbeknownst to faculty and students alike, one young man had smuggled a pistol with him to carry out the heartbreaking plan.  At approximately 1 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24th, the unidentified 9th grade student took out the hidden weapon and used it on himself, as students and faculty watched in horror.  The student was flown to a nearby hospital where he sadly succumbed to his injuries. The incident is under investigation and has left fellow classmates and parents wondering how this could happen and why. Many students who witnessed this incident have been left traumatized. The school is offering counseling for any student or faculty member who is struggling to cope with the incident.  Our thoug...

 Texas Police gave a man a ride to the home of his wife, who had a restraining order against him due to domestic violence. Four days later, he took her life. This disturbing saga began with the arrest of 55-year-old Frederick Spears on September 17th. Frederick was charged with aggravated assault family violence for an incident that was captured on Ring doorbell footage.  In the video, Frederick can be seen holding a large blade while threatening his stepson Ashton Spears. Frederick was taken into custody and charged for that incident. Frederick bonded out of jail the next day. An important condition of his release/bond was a restraining order completely banning him from the home of his estranged wife, Mary Spears. However, upon his release, he asked officers for a ride to pick up his vehicle from the home. Frederick was escorted to the home by an officer with the Arlington, Texas police department. A decision that is now in question in the wake of what followed. On the mornin...

 New NDLEA sniffer dog facility ‘ll boost fight against illicit drugs in Nigeria, says Marwa . Commissions canine complex donated by German Government in Lagos; success of agency’s operation to keep Nigeria safe important to Germany- Consul General Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has said that the donation of a newly built canine facility to NDLEA by the German government will boost ongoing efforts against the menace of illicit drugs in Nigeria. “May I assure all stakeholders that the provision of this facility will significantly drive our fight against illicit drugs, fulfil our core mandate and secure the future of our nation. The quality of the infrastructure at the new NDLEA Dog facility is indeed commendable. It speaks volumes of the commitment, goodwill, and tenacity of our partners”, Marwa declared in Ikeja Lagos on Friday 26th September 2025 while commissioning a new modern canine complex built a...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU: THE ECONOMY HAS TURNED THE CORNER, THERE'S LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL, APPRECIATES NIGERIANS FOR THEIR SUPPORT   President Bola Tinubu, on Friday in Ibadan, Oyo State, said the economy of Nigeria has turned the corner for good, following the success of the economic reforms introduced by his administration over two years ago.   He assured Nigerians that they would soon begin to enjoy the fruits of the reforms and thanked them for their patience and support. The President spoke on Friday at the coronation of his friend and political ally, Imperial Majesty Oba (Sen) Abdul-Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.   President Tinubu said the reforms have been successful because of the support, endurance, and sacrifices of Nigerians.   "Today, I am honoured to bring the cheering news that our economy has turned around and there is now light at the end of the tunnel,'' the President stated. ...

 Texas man faces execution for killing 13-month-old girl during 'exorcism' A Texas man is scheduled for execution Thursday for the 2008 killing of his girlfriend’s 13-month-old daughter during what the couple described as an “exorcism” intended to remove a demon from the child. Blaine Milam, 35, was convicted of capital murder in Rusk County after prosecutors said he beat the girl with a hammer, strangled and bit her, and inflicted multiple injuries over a 30-hour period. The child suffered skull fractures, broken limbs and ribs, and numerous bite marks. The forensic pathologist who conducted the autopsy said the girl had so many potentially fatal injuries that a single cause of death could not be determined. Milam maintains his innocence, claiming that his then-girlfriend, Jesseca Carson, was responsible for the child’s death. Carson, who was tried separately, was sentenced to life without parole. Milam’s attorneys have petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to halt his execution, ...

 Tyra Banks to appear on season 4 of Bel-Air  Model, actress, and television personality Tyra Banks is set to guest star on Season 4 of the Peacock drama Bel-Air. “She's back in Bel-Air. She's bringing the drama. And she's getting the last word,” Banks wrote on Instagram Wednesday, sharing screenshots of reports about her casting. She will play a “former college classmate with a big personality whom Viv (Cassandra Freeman) is reluctantly reunited with.” The fourth and final season of the show, starring Jabari Banks as Will, Adrian Holmes as Phillip, Olly Sholotan as Carlton, and Coco Jones as Hilary, is scheduled to premiere on the streaming service Nov. 24. Bel-Air is a modern reimagining of the classic sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which aired from 1990 to 1996. Banks previously appeared in the original series as Jackie Ames, Will Smith’s ex-girlfriend from Philadelphia.

 Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to five years behind bars A Paris court sentenced former French President Nicolas Sarkozy to five years in prison Thursday for criminal conspiracy related to accepting campaign funds from former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi. Sarkozy was acquitted of other charges, including passive corruption and illegal campaign financing. Judge Nathalie Gavarino also imposed a nearly $117,000 fine and a five-year ban from attending public functions. Even if Sarkozy appeals, he could be sent to prison within days, potentially making him the first former French president to be incarcerated. Prosecutors said that during his 2007–2012 presidency, Sarkozy received millions from Gadhafi in exchange for attempts to restore his standing with Western leaders. Gadhafi, who was killed in 2011, was internationally condemned for supporting terrorism, including the bombings of Pan Am Flight 103 and UTA Flight 772. Sarkozy called the case politically motivated, saying...

Ecuador faces protests and strikes after diesel subsidy ends Streets across several Ecuadorian provinces have been disrupted by roadblocks and protests after Indigenous and student groups called an indefinite national strike. The unrest escalated four days ago following President Daniel Noboa’s decision to end the diesel subsidy, a benefit that had been in place for more than 40 years. The executive decree, formalized Sept. 13, raised the price of a gallon of diesel from $1.80 to $2.80, a move the government said would save over $1.1 billion annually. Transport workers, farmers, and social organizations immediately opposed the increase, arguing it would drive up living costs and raise prices for essential goods. In response, the government declared a state of emergency in at least eight provinces and imposed nightly curfews in five to contain the unrest, which has blocked major highways and heightened political tensions. Leonidas Iza, former president of the Confederation of Indigenous...

Original Anaconda set for 4K release ahead of reboot Sony Pictures Home Entertainment announced Thursday that the original 1997 Anaconda will be released in 4K UHD on Dec. 9. The restored version, sourced from the original camera negative, arrives ahead of the reboot’s Dec. 25 release. The 1997 film starred Jennifer Lopez, Ice Cube, Eric Stoltz, Jonathan Hyde, Kari Wuhrer, and Owen Wilson as a documentary crew navigating the Amazon, guided by Jon Voight’s character on the trail of a giant anaconda. The 4K release includes interviews with director Luis Llosa and co-writer Hans Bauer, deleted and extended scenes, and the original theatrical trailer. Anaconda later spawned the 2004 sequel Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid, two Sci-Fi Channel sequels—2008’s Anaconda 3: Offspring and 2009’s Anacondas: Trail of Blood—and the 2015 crossover Lake Placid vs. Anaconda.

 PRESS RELEASE BALARABE ASSURES STAKEHOLDERS OF  COMMITMENT TO MITIGATE ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES NATIONWIDE The Minister of  Environment, Mallam Balarabe Abbas Lawal has assured stakeholders of his commitment to mitigate all environmental challenges nationwide. Balaràbe stated this recently in Abuja at the third Quarter Citizens and Stakeholders Engagement on the achievements of  the Ministry's projects  and programmes under the Ministerial Deliverables since the inception of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR's administration May, 2023. The Minister said the event was meant to roll out the major achievements of the  Ministry, implementation of Policies, Programs and Projects for environment sustainability, climate resilience and economic development in Nigeria such as National Adaptation Program (NAP), Reducing Emission from Deforestation,  Forest Degradation, Green Bond Program and host of others. Balarabe used the meeting to highlight the strategic i...

 Kwankwaso has denied claims of having sent a letter to the APC National Chairman indicating his and Abba's intention to rejoin the APC. Kwankwaso: “We have been alerted to some online statements suggesting that we have submitted a letter of intent to join a political party in the country. “We would like to clarify that we have not made any such submission to any party. “The public is therefore advised to stay informed of any further information regarding our matter through the established official channels.

 STATEHOUSE STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU’S TRIBUTE TO POLITICAL ALLY HONOURABLE ADEBISI YUSUFF ON HIS BIRTHDAY   Dear Honourable Adebisi Yusuff,   With great delight, I extend my felicitations to you on your birthday.   I join your family, friends, and the people of Lagos State to celebrate you today and always.   You have proven your mettle as a people's leader, mobilizer of consciences, lawmaker, financial expert, humanitarian, and, more importantly, reliable political ally.   As the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, you have steadied the turf, rallying members and resources for our administration's Renewed Hope Agenda. This agenda aims to spread prosperity and transform the lives of Nigerians at the critical stratum of society—the grassroots.   Owing to your pedigree of excellence and dedicated stewardship, you served as a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Alimosho C...

 Girl, 14, dies after undergoing bre@st and bu+t lift surgery without her father's knowledge A 14-year-old girl died just days after she had a b00b job and bu+t lift without her father’s knowledge. Paloma Nicole Arellano Escobedo di£d Saturday, September 20, in a hospital in Durango, Mexico, after being in a coma with a swollen brain and heart problems following the secret surgery a week earlier, according to local newspaper El Siglo de Durango. Her mom’s plastic-surgeon boyfriend (last slide) is now under investigation for possible negligent hom!cide, according to reports. The young teen’s dad, Carlos Arellano, was told she had di£d from complications from Covid-19, only to find out when saying his final goodbyes  that she’d actually had plastic surgery. “At the funeral, some relatives told me her breasts were larger than what she had before, and when I mentioned it to her mother, she told me it wasn’t true, that she didn’t know anything,” the grieving dad told prosecutors, a...

 REQUEST TO TRANSFER NNAMDI KANU TO NATIONAL HOSPITAL, ABUJA REJECTED IN COURT 26th September 2025 Justice Omotosho has denied the application of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu's deteriorating health. He has ordered the President of National Medical Association to constitute an investigation committee who will examine Nnamdi Kanu's health condition, as against his transfer to National Hospital Abuja. INITIAL REPORT: Proceedings Have Officially Commenced Before Justice James Omotosho. The Court Is Expected To Deliver A Ruling On Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s Pending Application Concerning His Health Condition. Leading The Defense Is Senior Advocate Of Nigeria, Onyinyechi Ikpeazu (SAN), Who Makes Oral Submissions On Behalf Of Kanu. Since Writing Is Not Allowed While The Court Is In Session, Updates Remain Limited At The Moment. However, Justice Omotosho Is Expected To Rule Within The Next 10 Minutes On Two Crucial Issues: 1. The No-Case Submission. 2. The Request To Transfer Mazi Nnamdi Kanu To A Hospita...

 A California man used the states S/Offender registry to locate a pedaphile and then posed as an accountant to make contact before taking the man's life in a dramatic display of vigilante justice. Police in Freemont, California, received a call in regards to a violent encounter on September 18th. They arrived on the scene to find a 71-year-old man suffering from multiple stab wounds and 29-year-old Varun Suresh with an incredible story to share. The 71-year-old (David Brimer) was ultimately pronounced deceased on the scene. Suresh was questioned on the scene and was cooperative and seemingly proud of his actions on that day. According to Suresh, he had used California's Megan's Law website to locate several offenders before settling on David Brimer as his target.  Suresh confided to officers that he felt compelled to take the life of an S/Offender because they harm children. He went on to explain how he had "posed as an accountant and went door-to-door in Brimmer's...

 Authorities are scrambling for answers after a Missing Mississippi mother was found deceased, and her 3-year-old daughter is still missing. 33-year-old Shardee McDill and her daughter Janae were last seen in her 2017 Chevy Equinox on Sunday, September 21st.  Since that date, multiple agencies have assisted in the search for the missing mother and daughter.   However, there was a heartbreaking development in the case today- Thursday, September 25th. The mother, Shardee McDill, was found deceased in a shallow body of water near Epes, Alabama. Hinds County Sheriff, Tyree Jones, has gone on record as stating "Shardee's death was suspicious in nature".  Although Shardee has been located, her daughter Janae is still missing. This has sent law enforcement into overdrive in the hopes of recovering Janae safely.  If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Shardee and her ultimate death or the whereabouts of Janae, please contact the Jackson, Mississ...

 A Kentucky fisherman has gone missing while in Texas for a fishing tournament.  22-year-old Peyton Hughes has gone missing while on the water preparing for the upcoming tournament.  The Springfield, Kentucky native was registered to compete in the upcoming Bass Masters Kayak Tournament being held at Toledo Bend, Texas. Peyton had entered the contest as part of the Campbellsville University Kayak Fishing Team.  Peyton and his fishing partner had hit the water in their kayaks in order to warm up for the upcoming tournament, which is scheduled for September 27-28. However, when their time on the water was up and Peyton failed to show up at their designated meet-up spot on September 24th, his partner grew concerned and contacted local authorities.  Officers with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department quickly descended onto the scene and began an extensive search for the missing angler. The officers were able to locate Peyton's kayak, but their was no sign of Peyton. T...