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ROBOCOP STATUE FINALLY UNVEILED IN DETROIT AFTER NEARLY 15 YEARS. (PHOTO).

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RoboCop statue finally unveiled in Detroit after nearly 15 years A 11-foot-tall bronze statue of the iconic science fiction hero RoboCop has finally been installed in Detroit, nearly 15 years after the idea first emerged. The 2.5-ton sculpture, depicting RoboCop as played by Peter Weller in the 1987 film, now stands outside the Free Age Production Studio in Detroit’s Eastern Market. Jim Toscano, the studio’s owner, expressed excitement over the installation, calling it “super impressive” and noting that it has already drawn visitors to the area. The project began in 2011 after a public exchange with then-Mayor Dave Bing sparked a fan-led campaign to bring the statue to life. Community arts advocate Brandon Walley and entrepreneur Jerry Paffendorf launched a Kickstarter that raised over $67,000 to fund the effort. Detroit sculptor Giorgio Gikas completed the statue in 2017, but legal hurdles, including obtaining rights from MGM, delayed its placement. With the statue now in place, organ...
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THE DREAM FOR NIGERIA TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2026 WORLD CUP HAS BEEN REIGNITED, AFTER FIFA SANCTIONED SOUTH AFRICA. (PHOTO).

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Updated CAF Group C Standings After South Africa's Forfeit to Lesotho 1  Benin              14 2  South Africa    14 3   Nigeria          11 4   Rwanda        11 5   Lesotho         9  6   Zimbabwe    4 The dream for Nigeria to participate in the 2026 World Cup has been reignited. PRESS RELEASE FIFA Disciplinary Committee sanctions South African Football Association The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the South African Football Association (SAFA) for having fielded an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in the South Africa v. Lesotho match played on 21 March 2025 in the FIFA World Cup 2026T™ preliminary competition, thereby breaching article 19 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code (FDC) and article 14 of the FIFA World Cup 2026TM Preliminary Competition Regulations.  Consequently, the FIFA Disciplinary...
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IN SIX WEEKS SINCE REGISTRATION BEGAN, MORE THAN 6.2 MILLION NIGERIANS HAVE PRE-REGISTERED ONLINE FOR THEIR INEC PVCS.(PHOTO).

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 In six weeks since registration began, more than 6.2 million Nigerians have pre-registered online for their INEC PVCs. States ranked by registration numbers from highest to lowest: 1. BORNO: 682,805 2. OSUN: 599,363 3. LAGOS: 555,442 4. KEBBI: 472,662 5. OGUN: 450,897 6. KADUNA: 376,054 7. KOGI: 298,194 8. KANO: 290,690 9. YOBE: 258,693 10. FCT: 227,397 11. OYO: 205,660 12. JIGAWA: 196,234 13. ZAMFARA: 150,388 14. KATSINA: 123,773 15. NASARAWA: 121,076 16. SOKOTO: 118,043 17. DELTA: 117,922 18. KWARA: 117,783 19. BAUCHI: 112,664 20. EKITI: 98,317 21. CROSS RIVER: 92,850 22. NIGER: 91,034 23. GOMBE: 72,661 24. PLATEAU: 69,215 25. IMO: 64,266 26. AKWA IBOM: 50,758 27. BENUE: 42,189 28. TARABA: 40,952 29. BAYELSA: 36,173 30. ADAMAWA: 29,735 31. RIVERS: 26,865 32. ONDO: 14,388 33. EDO: 10,278 34. EBONYI: 6,935 35. ABIA: 5,225 36. ENUGU: 5,092 Total: 6,232,673
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A COURT RULES AGAINST THE LEGITIMACY OF PROF. PAT UTOMI'S FORMATION OF A SHADOW GOVERNMENT.(PHOTO).

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 A Court Rules Against the Legitimacy of Prof. Pat Utomi's Formation of a Shadow Government. The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has ruled that Prof. Pat Utomi's proposal to form a shadow government in Nigeria is illegal, unlawful, and unconstitutional. Justice James Omotosho issued the ruling during the delivery of a verdict on a case brought by the Department of State Services against Pat Utomi. Judge Omotosho issued an order preventing Pat Utomi and his colleagues from moving forward with their intention to form a shadow government or cabinet within the country. Justice Omotosho declared the concept of shadow government or that of any cabinet as unconstitutional and an alien concept to the nation's presidential system of government. The court determined that Utomi and his associates cannot use their rights to association and government criticism as a shield for participating in illegal activities. They praised the plaintiff for bringing the lawsuit and noted, am...
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A MAN CAN DECIDE NOT TO MARRY A WOMAN EVEN IF AFTER HE HAD PROMISED TO DO SO- COMEDIAN ALIBABA SAYS AS HE DRAWS AN EXAMPLE BETWEEN JOSEPH AND MARY IN THE BIBLE. (PHOTO).

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   A man can decide not to marry a woman even if after he had promised to do so-  comedian Alibaba says as he draws an example between Joseph and Mary in the bible “A promise to marry is an unbalanced platform to rely on when grave issues are concerned. A woman can agree to marry you and find out that your staff of office has been decommissioned and decides to opt out. You can’t bandy a victim’s card of “after you promised.” A partner can also call of a relationship even after the bride price has been paid because of something she just found out. Before a promise to marry is tendered, please tendered yourself to genotype and blood group verification. If it becomes clear, after a promise is carved out of you, and she is AS and you are SS... don’t listen to any “what God cannot do does not exist advisory.” Flee fast and furiously. If he is violent and physically expresses himself when upset, it’s not a red flag. It’s God talking to you. Run 00000. Oh, if she is also like th...
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LANDMARK BEACH, 50-YEAR-OLD REFUSE DUMP DELAYED LAGOS-CALABAR COASTAL HIGHWAY- UMAHI. (PHOTO).

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 Landmark Beach, 50-year-old refuse dump delayed Lagos-Calabar coastal highway- Umahi Umahi and Lagos-Calabar highway The minister of works, Dave Umahi, has said that a 50-year-old refuse dump with over 10 metres depth and some infrastructure mitigated against the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway for more than four months. Mr Umahi disclosed this on Monday during an inspection of the highway project along with some personalities from other political parties on Monday in Lagos. The personalities included Segun Showunmi, a PDP chieftain, who led some civil society activists to accompany Mr Umahi. “When we started from Kilometre Zero, we encountered Landmark Beach infrastructure and a number of other properties along the way. “We decided as a responsible ministry to vary the design of the project. “The implication is that we left the coast and we came to a new alignment that was not designed for the project,” Mr Umahi said. Contrary to reports, the Landmark Beach on L...
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EFCC ARRAIGNS MAN FOR OBTAINING N32.4M BY FALSE PRETENCE IN KADUNA. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 EFCC Arraigns Man for Obtaining N32.4m by False Pretence in Kaduna The Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned one Jande Michael Aondoaseer before Justice Darius Khobo of the State High Court, sitting in Kaduna State for fraud. He was arraigned on a one-count charge, bordering on impersonation and obtaining by false pretence to the tune of N32.4million.  The charge reads: "That you, Jande Michael Aondoaseer (M) with NIN 16972355458, while being the managing director of Lutojan Nigeria Limited, between July and August, 2024 at Kaduna within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, obtained the total sum of N32,400,000.00 (Thirty Two Million, Four Hundred Thousand Naira, only) from one Trappco Ranch & Resort Limited, when you falsely presented yourself as a vendor for Olam Nigeria Limited and in that assumed character, you claimed that you are capable of providing them with 90 tons of cassava chips, which pretence you ...
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COURT JAILS INTERNET FRAUDSTER IN KADUNA. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Court Jails Internet Fraudster in Kaduna Justice M.J Zubairu of the Kaduna State High Court, sitting in Kaduna on Monday, September 29, 2025 convicted and sent Solomon Ilemona Emmanuel to jail for fraud. He was prosecuted by the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on a one-count charge, bordering on impersonation and of internet fraud. His charge reads: "That you Solomon Ilemona Emmanuel (a.k.a SANTI XII) sometime in June, 2025 in Kaduna, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, fraudulently presented yourself as one SANTI XII on Facebook (a social media platform) to unsuspecting victims and you thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 142 of the Kaduna State Penal Code Law 2017.” He pleaded “guilty” to the charge, prompting the prosecution counsel, M.J.Argungu to urge the court to convict and sentence him accordingly. Justice Zubairu, thereafter convicted and sentenced him to three years imprisonmen...
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S. A: A SHOOTING INCIDENT HAS TAKEN PLACE INSIDE SHOPRITE AT NAMAKGALE, AFTER A MAN ATTACKED HIS WIFE. (PHOTO).

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  Shooting incident at Namakgale Crossing Shoprite Limpopo police have confirmed a double murder at the Namakgale Shopping Complex in Mopani District, where a woman and her husband were killed, and a store manager was injured. According to police, the 45-year-old man attacked his 40-year-old wife inside a retail wholesaler on Sunday afternoon. She tried to hide in the manager’s office, but he forced his way in and shot the manager before dragging his wife outside. He then stabbed her multiple times and fatally shot her before turning the gun on himself. The man died at the scene. Police recovered an unlicensed firearm with its serial number filed off, along with cartridges, projectiles, and a knife. The injured manager was taken to hospital for treatment. Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe condemned the incident, describing it as a tragic reminder of domestic violence. Police say investigations are ongoing, and the names of the deceased will be released once t...
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KENYA STARTS REGISTRATION OF NEW VOTERS AHEAD OF 2027 ELECTIONS. (PHOTO).

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 Kenya starts registration of new voters ahead of 2027 elections The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially rolled out new voters' registration exercise across the country, setting in motion a critical step in preparations for the 2027 general election. The IEBC has set an ambitious target of registering 6.3 million new eligible voters ahead of the polls, 70% of whom are expected to be youth. The exercise, which began on Monday, targets Kenyans who are aged at least 18 years, or those seeking transfers and updates of their voter details, TRT Afrika reported. The applicants are expected to visit IEBC constituency offices with either a national identity card or valid Kenyan passport. New electoral commission settles in IEBC officials have stressed the importance of voter registration in safeguarding the principle of sovereignty. “Sovereignty belongs to the people, and it begins with voter registration. The exercise comes months after the swearing-in of ...
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SUDAN ISSUES 'RED ALERT' OVER RISING FLOODWATERS. (PHOTO).

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 Sudan issues 'red alert' over rising floodwaters Sudan has issued a “red alert” warning of potential floods in five provinces along the Nile River, citing rising water levels in its two main tributaries, the Blue and White Nile. The Sudanese irrigation ministry, on Monday, urged residents in Khartoum, River Nile, White Nile, Sennar, and Blue Nile provinces to be cautious as floods may affect agricultural lands and houses. Some farmers in the River Nile province were forced to quickly sell their onion crops as flooding was reported in lowland areas, which would affect farming, Shendi Now, the Associated Press reports. The Sudanese irrigation ministry warned on Sunday that water flow has been high for four consecutive days as dams in the area discharged excess water. The water levels were expected to decrease throughout the week. Earlier this month, the authorities said more than 21,000 families in Sudan had been affected by floods and heavy rains in 11 states across the country...
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TRAGIC DEATH : SOMTOCHUKWU CHRISTELLE MADUAGWU December 26, 1995 - September 29, 2025.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.

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  TRAGIC DEATH : SOMTOCHUKWU CHRISTELLE MADUAGWU           December 26, 1995 - September 29, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that the management and staff of the ARISE News Channel announce the passing of our beloved colleague, News Anchor, Reporter and Producer, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu. Sommie tragically passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025 following an armed robbery incident in her residence in Katampe area of Abuja that is being investigated by the Nigeria Police. Sommie, 29, was not only a cherished member of the ARISE News family but also a vibrant voice that engaged and connected with our viewers. Beyond the airwaves, Sommie was a lawyer who was a professional and supportive colleague and a friend to many.  We extend our deepest condolences to Sommie’s parents, siblings, extended family, friends, and loved ones at this difficult time. Sommie’s voice is now silent but her spirit, passion and legacy will endure as part ...
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COURT TO DELIVER JUDGMENT IN MALEMA FIREARM CASE TODAY. (PHOTO).

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 Court to deliver judgment in Malema firearm case today The East London Magistrate’s Court is expected to deliver judgment today in the case against EFF leader Julius Malema and his former bodyguard, Adriaan Snyman. The two face charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, discharging a firearm in a built-up area, and reckless endangerment. The charges stem from the EFF’s fifth-anniversary celebrations at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane on 28 July 2018. Both Malema and Snyman have pleaded not guilty, claiming that the object discharged was a toy gun and not capable of firing live rounds. The state, however, maintains it was a real firearm, relying on evidence from 19 witnesses, including ballistics experts. The case, which began in 2019, has experienced several delays, including one last year when the presiding magistrate fell ill.
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MOZAMBICAN SYNDICATE SUSPECTED IN PRETORIA BUSINESSMAN’S KIDNAPPING. (PHOTO).

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 Mozambican syndicate suspected in Pretoria businessman’s kidnapping The investigation into the disappearance of Pretoria businessman Jerry Boshoga has taken an international dimension, with Interpol now assisting the South African Police Service (SAPS). Boshoga was kidnapped in Centurion in November 2024, and new leads suggest that Mozambican nationals are linked to the crime. SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the case remains a top priority. A multidisciplinary team, including organised crime investigators, tactical units, and crime intelligence, is handling the matter. According to police, the investigation is now at a sensitive and advanced stage. Reports indicate that Mozambican syndicates are suspected of orchestrating the abduction. These groups allegedly operate in structured teams, managing surveillance, ransom demands, and guarding of victims. Interpol’s involvement is expected to help overcome cross-border challenges.
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S. A: TWO ZIMBABWEAN MEN ARRESTED WITH EXPLOSIVES IN BARBERTON. (PHOTO).

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 Two Zimbabwean Men Arrested with Explosives in Barberton Police in Mpumalanga have arrested two Zimbabwean nationals after they were found with dangerous explosives at a guest house in New Village, Barberton, on Sunday, 28 September 2025. According to authorities, the suspects were discovered with luggage containing explosives. When questioned, they failed to provide valid reasons for being in possession of the items. Further investigations revealed that the explosives were allegedly intended for use in illegal mining activities around Barberton. The two suspects remain in police custody and are expected to appear in court soon.
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ANAMBRA SECURITY: CASE OF CHILD STEALING IN OBOSI, POLICE SEEKS PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 ANAMBRA SECURITY: CASE OF CHILD STEALING IN OBOSI, POLICE SEEKS PUBLIC ASSISTANCE  The Anambra State Police Command seeks assistance from members of the public, especially residents of Anambra State, regarding a case of child stealing that occurred on 26th September 2025 at Obosi, Idemili North LGA. Preliminary information reveals that the victim, Master Chimaobi Nwadike, a 3-year-old boy, was stolen by an unidentified woman while in the custody of his mother. The Command is calling on anyone with useful information on the whereabouts of the child or the suspect to kindly report to the nearest Police Station or call the Command’s emergency numbers. SP Tochukwu Ikenga Police Public Relations Officer Anambra State Police Command, Awka 29th September 2025
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‎NAF STRIKES HOSTILE ELEMENTS IN MULTIPLE OPERATIONS IN KWARA. (PHOTO).

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 ‎ ‎ ‎NAF STRIKES HOSTILE ELEMENTS IN MULTIPLE OPERATIONS IN KWARA ‎ ‎The Nigerian Air Force Air Component, Operation  Fansan  Yamma  Sect 3,  conducted multiple coordinated missions across Kakihun, Oke-ode, Babanla and surrounding areas.  ‎ ‎A Statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that reconnaissance and close air support operations were executed to deter threats, while hostile elements sighted east of Babanla were decisively engaged.  ‎ ‎Concurrent surveillance flights also covered key settlements and military positions, gathering critical intelligence to support ground forces. ‎ ‎These missions reaffirm NAF’s commitment to protecting troops and civilians, maintaining air superiority, and sustaining pressure on hostile actors.  ‎ ‎ ‎The Nigerian Airforce assures Nigerians of its unwavering resolve to defend the nation’s territorial integrity and safeguard communities against threats....
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES MOHAMMED BADARU ABUBAKAR ON HIS BIRTHDAY. (PHOTO).

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  PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES MOHAMMED BADARU ABUBAKAR ON HIS BIRTHDAY President Bola Tinubu congratulates Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, the Minister of Defence, on his birthday. A statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information & Strategy, indicates that the President joins the Badaru family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate the consummate administrator on this occasion. It adds, Badaru served as governor of Jigawa State from 2015 to 2023, and holds the titles of Sardauna Ringin and Walin Jahun. President Tinubu commends the minister for his dedication to service, recalling his leadership in Jigawa State, where he led security, agriculture, and infrastructure interventions. The President prays that God Almighty will grant the former governor more years of good health and strength. It concludes.
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S. A: HOW R2 BILLION MEANT FOR HEALTHCARE WAS STOLEN. (PHOTO).

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 How R2 Billion Meant for Healthcare was Stolen The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has revealed shocking levels of fraud and corruption at Tembisa Hospital, where more than R2 billion meant for healthcare services was looted through coordinated criminal syndicates. The SIU’s interim report shows that at least three major syndicates, involving both officials and service providers, were behind the theft. The funds were diverted through fake procurement processes, money laundering schemes, and fraudulent contracts that never delivered any goods or services to the hospital. The Syndicates  • Maumela Syndicate: Linked to businessman Hangwani Morgan Maumela, this group allegedly stole over R816 million. Assets worth more than R520 million, including luxury properties in Bantry Bay and Sandton, as well as high-end cars like Lamborghinis and Bentleys, have been traced and frozen.  • Mazibuko Syndicate: Connected to Rudolph Mazibuko, this syndicate handled contracts worth R283 m...
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1 KILLED IN LAFIA AUTO CRASH NEAR ERCC SECONDARY SCHOOL. (PHOTOS).

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 1 KILLED IN LAFIA AUTO CRASH NEAR ERCC SECONDARY SCHOOL 29th September, 2025   A fatal accident occurred on Monday at the newly constructed roundabout near ERCC Secondary School in Azuba Bashayi, Shabu, Lafia, Nasarawa state, when a Pick-up vehicle collided with a Sharon bus. Eyewitnesses reported that one person died instantly at the scene. Mr. Vincent Adagadzu, who witnessed the crash, expressed concern over the delayed response of road safety officials despite repeated distress calls from bystanders. Security personnel later arrived at the scene to restore order and manage traffic around the accident site. More photos below. 
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BENUE: POS FRAUD SUSPECT ARRESTED IN GYADO VILLA, MAKURDI. (PHOTO).

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 BENUE: POS FRAUD SUSPECT ARRESTED IN GYADO VILLA, MAKURDI 29th September, 2025  Residents of Gyado Villa, Makurdi opposite Peniel College, apprehended a suspected POS fraudster on Monday. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect was caught by vigilant members of the community who raised an alarm during the incident. The youth, accused of engaging in internet-related fraud, was subsequently handed over for further investigation. People have called for justice and urged the authorities to ensure transparency in the case, stressing that the suspect must face the full weight of the law. By Terver Iorzaa
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CHINA SIGNS DEAL WITH ZAMBIA, TANZANIA FOR $1.4 BILLION RAILWAY UPGRADE. (PHOTO).

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 China signs deal with Zambia, Tanzania for $1.4 billion railway upgrade China, Zambia and Tanzania on Monday signed a $1.4 billion deal to refurbish the Tanzania-Zambia railway, a vital route for shipping copper exports from the region, Zambia's government said, Reuters reported. The deal aims to rehabilitate the railway and purchase locomotives, passenger coaches and wagons. Last year China signed an initial agreement to revive the 50-year-old TAZARA railway, as it is widely known, at a time the United States was throwing its financial weight behind a rival transport corridor for minerals called Lobito, after an Angolan port. TAZARA offers a way to bypass logistics bottlenecks in South Africa that have slowed copper and cobalt exports.
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GENETICS BREAKTHROUGH: JAPANESE SCIENTISTS REMOVE EXTRA CHROMOSOME 21 LINKED TO DOWN SYNDROME. (PHOTO)

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Genetics Breakthrough: Japanese Scientists Remove Extra Chromosome 21 Linked to Down Syndrome.  In a groundbreaking achievement, Japanese scientists have successfully removed the extra chromosome 21 – the genetic cause of Down syndrome – from cultured human cells. Using CRISPR technology, the team removed the third copy of chromosome 21 from a subgroup of cells with trisomy 21, marking a major step towards potential new therapies. However, while the work is hopeful, it has not yet been tested in humans and cannot yet be considered a clinical cure. The breakthrough also raises important ethical questions: Should we place limits on genetic engineering? What does this mean for human diversity? Experts warn that careful oversight and extensive public discussion are needed as we consider the future of genetic advances.
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BRITAIN CONSIDERS STRICTER RULES FOR MIGRANTS APPLYING FOR PERMANENT RESIDENCY. (PHOTO).

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Britain considers stricter rules for migrants applying for permanent residency Britain is considering stricter rules for migrants seeking permanent residency, requiring applicants to demonstrate their value to society, Interior Minister Shabana Mahmood is set to announce on Monday. The proposals are part of the government’s effort to respond to the growing popularity of the populist Reform UK party, which has pushed a hardline immigration agenda and prompted Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party to tighten its policies. Currently, most migrants can apply for “indefinite leave to remain” after five years in Britain, granting them permanent residency. Mahmood will outline plans to make eligibility conditional on paying social security contributions, maintaining a clean criminal record, and avoiding reliance on benefits. Additional requirements under consideration include demonstrating high-level English proficiency and a record of community volunteering. A public consultation on the...
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UPDATE: BAD BUNNY SET TO HEADLINE 2026 SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW. (PHOTO).

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 Bad Bunny set to headline 2026 Super Bowl halftime show Bad Bunny is set to bring his signature Latin trap and reggaeton style to one of the world’s most-watched stages, headlining the Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The announcement was made Sunday by the NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation, marking a major milestone in the Puerto Rican superstar’s meteoric career. The Grammy-winning artist, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has become one of the most-streamed performers globally, with albums like Un Verano Sin Ti redefining the mainstream reach of Spanish-language music. His selection for the Super Bowl comes on the heels of a historic residency in Puerto Rico earlier this month that drew over half a million fans and ahead of the Latin Grammys in November, where he leads all nominees with 12 nods. In a statement, Bad Bunny called the moment a victory for his culture and the generations who pave...
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TROPICAL STORM FROM FORMER TYPHOON BUALOI TEARS THROUGH VIETNAM, KILLING AT LEAST 12.(PHOTO).

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 Tropical storm from former Typhoon Bualoi tears through Vietnam, killing at least 12 Heavy rain and powerful winds from the remnants of Typhoon Bualoi battered central Vietnam over the weekend, leaving at least 12 people dead, flooding cities, and damaging vital infrastructure before weakening to a tropical storm and moving into Laos on Monday. The storm made landfall in Ha Tinh province shortly after midnight Sunday, bringing winds of up to 133 kph (83 mph), storm surges exceeding a meter, and torrential rainfall that submerged roads, washed away temporary bridges, and cut off highland communities. Nine of the reported deaths occurred in Ninh Binh province, where houses collapsed under fierce winds. Other fatalities included a local official in Thanh Hoa province who was struck by a falling tree while returning home after preparing for the storm, a person swept away by floodwaters in Hue city, and one death reported in Danang. Rescue operations are ongoing, with authorities searc...
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MOLDOVA’S PRO-EU PARTY SECURES MAJORITY IN PARLIAMENT, DEFEATING PRO-RUSSIAN RIVALS. (PHOTO).

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 Moldova’s pro-EU party secures majority in parliament, defeating pro-Russian rivals Moldova’s pro-Western Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) scored a decisive victory in Sunday’s parliamentary elections, securing just over 50% of the vote and a projected 55 out of 101 seats in the legislature. The result delivers a clear majority to PAS and solidifies the country’s westward trajectory toward European Union membership, despite what Moldovan officials described as intense Russian efforts to interfere. The election was widely seen as a defining moment for the country, presenting voters with a stark choice between deepening ties with Europe or maintaining alignment with Moscow. European leaders quickly praised the result as a powerful statement in favor of democracy and EU integration. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen applauded Moldovans for choosing “Europe, democracy, freedom” despite Russian disinformation campaigns. President Maia Sandu, who founded PAS in 2016...
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UPDATE: GUNMAN IN MICHIGAN CHURCH SHOOTING WAS MARINE AND IRAQ WAR VETERAN- OFFICIALS . (PHOTO).

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 Gunman in Michigan church shooting was Marine and Iraq War veteran- Officials  The man suspected of opening fire at a Michigan LDS church on Sunday was a 40-year-old Iraq War veteran, authorities said. Police identified the suspect as Thomas Jacob Sanford, who drove his truck into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, before firing shots and setting the building on fire. Sanford was killed in a shootout with police. At least four churchgoers were killed and eight others were injured in the attack. Sanford’s military background has come under scrutiny following the incident. Officials noted that the truck he drove into the church displayed an Iraq War veteran license plate. He served four years in the United States Marine Corps from June 2004 to June 2008, ultimately reaching the rank of sergeant. Sanford completed one combat tour in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom in August 2007, which ended three months before his discharge. During...
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GSK CEO TO RESIGN BY THE END OF THE YEAR. (PHOTO).

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 GSK CEO to resign by the end of the year GSK Chief Executive Emma Walmsley, the first woman to lead a major pharmaceutical company, will step down on Dec. 31 after more than eight years at the helm of the London-based drugmaker. Walmsley, 56, will be succeeded by Luke Miels, currently GSK’s chief commercial officer, the company announced Monday. During her tenure, Walmsley oversaw several strategic initiatives, including the spinoff of the consumer health business Haleon, but the company’s overall performance has underwhelmed investors. GSK shares rose 3.3% to 1,534.50 pence in early trading, making it the top gainer on the London Stock Exchange. Despite these gains, GSK’s stock has fallen 11% since Walmsley took over on April 1, 2017. Analysts say the company has delivered on financial guidance but continues to experience slow growth. Derren Nathan, head of equity research at U.K.-based Hargreaves Lansdown, noted that while GSK has achieved progress, “the share price performance ...
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65TH INDEPENDENCE: SANWO-OLU TASKS NIGERIANS ON UNITY, PROGRESS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 65TH INDEPENDENCE: SANWO-OLU TASKS NIGERIANS ON UNITY, PROGRESS     Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Nigerians to uphold the nation’s founding values of resilience, patriotism, and faith in God, stressing that the progress of Nigeria depends on the collective efforts of its people.   He said the Independence Day celebration was not only a reminder of the nation’s hard-earned freedom but also a call to renew dedication to building a stronger and more prosperous country.   Speaking during the 65th National Independence Day Celebration Service held in Lagos on Sunday, Governor Sanwo-Olu restated his administration’s commitment to fostering unity, peace, and accelerated development in the state and across Nigeria.   Governor Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Mr Tayo Ayinde, said Lagos remains a shining example of diversity and inclusion, noting that his administration would continue to create opportunities for all resi...
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FG EYES CHINA’S C919 JET CERTIFICATION FOR LOCAL AIRLINES. (PHOTO).

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 FG eyes China’s C919 Jet Certification for local airlines The Federal Government is currently working towards certifying China’s C919 jet for the country’s carriers. The Director General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Ona Najomo told Reuters the agency is considering the months-long certification process for the jet to operate on domestic routes. Chinese planemaker COMAC is producing the narrow-body C919 to compete with leading Western planemakers Airbus and Boeing, and has held several talks with Nigeria over the aircraft. However, the report noted that the state-owned COMAC, which hopes to access the wider African market, faces challenges. Its two-plane models lack benchmark certifications from Western regulators, and it is falling behind on delivery targets. The U.S. this year temporarily halted exports of the CFM engines it uses on the C919 due to trade conflicts. “We’re looking at the certification of the airplane. First of all, that is where we h...
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LAGOS POLICE NAB SECURITY GUARD FOR CHILD ABDUCTION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LAGOS POLICE NAB SECURITY GUARD FOR CHILD ABDUCTION The Lagos State Police Command has successfully apprehended one Amos Kini, male, a security guard, in connection with the abduction of a 2-year-old child in the Elemoro area of Lagos. The incident occurred on 1/8 21st September, 2025, at about 2350hrs, when the mother of the child reported at Elemoro Division that her security guard had absconded with her son and mobile phone to an unknown location without her consent. The suspect later used the stolen phone to contact the father 2/8 of the child, demanding a ransom of Five Million Naira (₦5,000,000.00) for his release. Upon receipt of the report, operatives from Elemoro Division immediately initiated a swift response. The scene was promptly visited and documented, one Aruna Dauda (male), who stood as 3/8 guarantor for the suspect before his employment, was taken in for questioning. As efforts to locate the suspect intensified, the police sustained operational pressure through in...
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BENUE:TIV COMMUNITIES IN KADARKO LAMENT DESTRUCTION OF FARMLANDS BY HERDSMEN. (PHOTOS).

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 BENUE:TIV COMMUNITIES IN KADARKO LAMENT DESTRUCTION OF FARMLANDS BY HERDSMEN 29th September, 2025  Tiv residents of Kadarko Ward in Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State have raised alarm over the widespread destruction of their farmlands by suspected herdsmen. A community source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, alleged that herders have unleashed their cattle on more than 100 farms in the area, devastating crops and leaving farmers traumatized. He further disclosed that the Paramount Ruler of Kadarko had been informed about the development, but no decisive action has been taken to halt the destruction. The source appealed to the Nasarawa State Government and relevant authorities to urgently intervene and protect the livelihoods of the affected farmers. Communities worst hit by the invasion include Alima, Gidan Mori, Tamen, Nguchi, Akpem, and surrounding villages. More photos below. 
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FG LEADS RESCUE OPERATIONS IN ZAMFARA MINE COLLAPSE. (PHOTO).

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 FG LEADS RESCUE OPERATIONS IN ZAMFARA MINE COLLAPSE Following reports of mine pit collapse in Kadauri Village, Maru LGA of Zamfara State, the Federal Government through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development deployed Federal Mines officers in the state to lead rescue operations.  A statement from the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development indicates that the collapse, triggered by heavy rainfall and aggravated by the unlawful activities of illegal miners, trapped fifteen mine workers. Thirteen of them have been recovered, unfortunately with no survivors. Efforts are still on to recover the remaining two, still trapped in the rubble. Reacting to the incident, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake describes the loss of lives as both avoidable and unfortunate. He stressed that relevant departments of the ministry have been mobilised to aid rescue operations and unearth the circumstances leading to the incident.
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TROOPS OF JOINT TASK FORCE (NORTH EAST) OPERATION HADIN KAI ELIMINATE SCORES OF TERRORISTS IN JUST 6 DAYS. (PHOTOS).

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 TROOPS OF JOINT TASK FORCE (NORTH EAST) OPERATION HADIN KAI ELIMINATE SCORES OF TERRORISTS IN JUST 6 DAYS Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have neutralised  fourteen terrorists in seven days in a coordinated operations across multiple locations in Borno and Adamawa States.  On 27 September 2025, the troops during offensive operations neutralised eleven terrorists at Loskori Kura in Mafa Local Government Area and recovered 4   AK 47 Rifles and other assorted arms, ammunition and cache of drugs with another terrorist neutralised on the same day at Konduga LGA during a night offensive operation.  On 22nd September, troops neutralised a Boko Haram scout at Kolori Karumi, West of Alau Dam in Konduga Local Government Area. Similarly on 24th September, a fighting patrol in Zar Village, Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, recovered one AK-47 rifle, while troops at Forward Operating Base Magumeri intercepted another rifle f...
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NBRDA REASSURES NIGERIANS ON GMO SAFETY, FOOD SECURITY ROLE. (PHOTO).

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 NBRDA Reassures Nigerians on GMO Safety, Food Security Role The National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) has reaffirmed the safety of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and their importance in tackling Nigeria’s food security challenges. NBRDA Director General, Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, said concerns about GMOs are often driven by misinformation and fear, stressing that the agency is intensifying public engagement and evidence-based advocacy to build confidence. He noted that GMOs are globally recognised as safe and undergo decades of research and strict regulation. In Nigeria, no GMO product is approved for circulation without clearance from the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) after thorough risk assessments. Prof. Mustapha outlined key benefits of GMOs, including higher crop yields, improved pest and disease resistance, reduced use of harmful chemicals, and greater resilience to climate change — advantages already being recorded by Nigerian f...
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ABIA GOVERNOR OTTI DECRIES PATRONAGE OF TRADITIONAL BIRTH ATTENDANTS, URGES USE OF RETROFITTED HEALTH CENTERS. (PHOTO).

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 Abia Governor Otti Decries Patronage of Traditional Birth Attendants, Urges Use of Retrofitted Health Centers Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has expressed concern over the continued reliance of some pregnant women on traditional birth attendants for childbirth, warning that such practices have led to preventable deaths due to complications. The Governor made the remarks during the operationalization of the retrofitted Ohiya Primary Health Centre in Umuahia South Local Government Area. Represented by the Commissioner for Health, Professor Enoch Oggbonnaya Uche, Governor Otti emphasized his administration’s commitment to maternal and child health, highlighting the retrofitting of 200 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) across all wards in Abia State. “We are intentional about the lives of mothers and children,” he said, noting that the government aims to ensure safer deliveries through modern healthcare facilities. Otti announced plans to take decisive action against operators of traditi...
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JONATHAN WILL CONTEST, RETURN TO ASO ROCK AS PRESIDENT IN 2027— JERRY GANA. (PHOTO).

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 Jonathan Will Contest, Return To Aso Rock As President In 2027— Jerry Gana Former Minister of Information and Orientation, Professor Jerry Gana, has declared with certainty that former President Goodluck Jonathan will contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and reclaim the presidency. Speaking to journalists shortly after the PDP Niger State Congress in Minna on Saturday, Gana said Nigerians had experienced two other leaders after Jonathan and were now yearning for his return. “In 2015, former President Goodluck Jonathan said his ambition was not worth the blood of Nigerians. After him, another President ruled for eight years, and now another has ruled for two years. Nigerians have seen the difference, and the difference is very clear. Nigerians are now asking us to bring back our friend, former President Goodluck Jonathan,” Gana stated. “I can confirm that Goodluck Ebele Jonathan will contest the presidential election in 2027 a...
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STRANDED NIGERIAN WOMAN IN LIBYA BEGS FOR RESCUE, SAYS SHE COULD BE JAILED IF ARRESTED. (VIDEO/PHOTO).

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 Stranded Nigerian woman in Libya begs for rescue, says she could be jailed if arrested A disturbing video has surfaced online showing a young Nigerian lady in Libya crying profusely for help to return home. In the clip, she explained that she is currently stranded and lives in constant fear, as security operatives were carrying out raids at the very moment she was recording. According to her, if she is caught where she’s hiding, she would be taken straight to prison. She pleaded with Nigerians and authorities to assist her so she can safely return back to Nigeria. Watch video below. 
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