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A MANHUNT IS UNDERWAY FOR MAN WHO SHOT A GRANITE CITY POLICE OFFICER MULTIPLE TIMES.(PHOTO).

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  A manhunt is underway for man who shot a Granite City Police Officer multiple times. Officers in Granite City, Illinois, responded to a call regarding a unwanted subject near the 2000 block of Johnson Road at 2:20 p.m. on Friday, December 5th. Upon arrival, officers attempted to make contact with the suspect. The suspect opened fire on officers before fleeing the scene.  Unfortunately, one officer was struck multiple times. The officer was rushed to a St. Louis University Hospital. He is expected to make a full recovery.  A massive manhunt is now underway to locate the suspect. Authorities warn the public that the man is considered armed and dangerous. If you do see him, do not approach, but rather call 911 immediately.  If you recognize the man in the photos or have any information regarding this incident, please call the Granite City Police Department at 1618-877-6111 There was a heavy police presence in Granite City in a different part of town tonight but that w...

S. A: MOZAMBICAN NATIONAL ALLEGEDLY KNOCKS DOWN AND KILLS TRAFFIC OFFICER IN MPUMALANGA. (PHOTO).

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 Mozambican National Allegedly Knocks Down and Kills Traffic Officer in Mpumalanga A tragic incident occurred in Mpumalanga where a Mozambican national, identified as Francisco Mawuse, allegedly knocked down and killed a Provincial Traffic Inspector before fleeing the scene. According to Tshenolo PI, the incident has been registered under Middelburg CAS 174/10/2025 for murder. The suspect is reported to have fled after the collision, prompting a manhunt by law enforcement authorities. The deceased officer, described as a Principal Provincial Inspector, was performing his duties when he was fatally struck. Authorities have condemned the incident and called for swift action to bring the suspect to justice. Investigations are ongoing.

AT LEAST 42 MIGRANT WORKERS DIE IN SOUTH AFRICAN BUS CRASH. (PHOTO).

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 At least 42 migrant workers die in South African bus crash At least 42 people, including seven children, were killed Sunday night when a bus plunged off a steep mountain pass and into a ravine in northern South Africa’s Limpopo Province. The accident occurred on the N1 highway, about 250 miles north of Pretoria, as the vehicle was traveling through one of the region’s most treacherous routes. Authorities said the death toll could still rise as rescue workers continue to recover bodies and assess the full extent of the disaster. Several passengers who survived were rushed to nearby hospitals with serious injuries, while official photos showed the wreckage of the bus lying overturned with its roof completely crushed. Most of the victims were Zimbabwean and Malawian migrant workers returning home from jobs in South Africa. Officials said the bus had departed from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape region, traveling more than 930 miles toward Zimbabwe and Malawi. President Cyril Ramap...

BRIDGERTON RETURNS JAN. 29 WITH TWO-PART SEASON 4 RELEASE. (PHOTO).

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Bridgerton returns Jan. 29 with two-part Season 4 release Netflix has announced that Part 1 of Bridgerton Season 4 will debut on January 29, marking the return of the beloved Regency-era drama. The streaming platform released a 44-second teaser on Monday, offering a glimpse of the show’s next romantic chapter. “With each passing season, one is known to experience plenty of ups and downs,” narrates Lady Whistledown, voiced by Julie Andrews. “So then we must ask ourselves, do we rise to the occasion? As always, time, and this author, will tell.” The eight-episode season draws inspiration from Julia Quinn’s novel An Offer from a Gentleman and introduces viewers to the story of Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) and Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha). The teaser shows the pair’s fleeting encounter at a masquerade ball, followed by a single cream-colored glove left behind — hinting at a Cinderella-inspired romance. Thompson described the season as a “twist on Cinderella,” emphasizing how its magical a...

MIYETTI ALLAH DEMANDS MILITARY PROBE OVER SOUTHERN KADUNA KILLINGS. (PHOTO).

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 Miyetti Allah Demands Military Probe Over Southern Kaduna Killings The Kaduna State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has accused some military personnel and local government officials of complicity in what it described as the targeted killing and persecution of Fulani herders in Southern Kaduna. In a strongly worded statement titled “A Betrayal of Justice,” signed by its chairman, Alhaji Abdulhamid Musa Albarka, and made available to Arewa PUNCH, the association condemned what it called a recurring pattern of violence and injustice against its members in the area. MACBAN alleged that on September 28, 2025, four herders — Suleiman Idris, Yusuf Abdullahi, Hamidu Dauda, and Ibrahim Hassan — were ambushed by armed militias at Tanda Village in Jema’a Local Government Area while attempting to access an old cattle route allegedly blocked by local groups. According to the association, the attack was premeditated and unprovoked. “Their only offen...

DRC, M23 REBELS SIGN DEAL TO ENFORCE CEASEFIRE. (PHOTO).

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 DRC, M23 rebels sign deal to enforce ceasefire The Democratic Republic of Congo and rebel groups that include M23 (AFC/M23), signed an agreement on Tuesday in Doha to establish a ceasefire monitoring mechanism, the government announced, in the latest effort to end violence in eastern DR Congo. The signing took place under the facilitation of Qatar, the mediator, and was witnessed by observer representatives from the US, the African Union and the UN mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO). “DR Congo delegates and River Alliance/M23 signed on Tuesday the ceasefire monitoring and verification mechanism, under the facilitation of Qatar,” the Congolese Communications Ministry said in a post on X social network, Anadolu Agency reported. The parties signed the declaration of principles ceasefire deal in Doha in July. Major step But fighting continues between government forces and the M23 rebels, with each side accusing the other of violating the ceasefire. The government said Tuesday’s deal consti...

UPDATE: FATHER OF THE LATE BILYAMINU BELLO, ALHAJI AHMED BELLO ISA, HAS PUBLICLY ACCEPTED THE CLEMENCY GRANTED TO HIS DAUGHTER-IN-LAW, MARYAM SANDA, BY PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU, SAYING HE HAS LONG FORGIVEN HER FOR THE DEATH OF HIS SON.(VIDEO/PHOTO).

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  Father of the late Bilyaminu Bello, Alhaji Ahmed Bello Isa, has publicly accepted the clemency granted to his daughter-in-law, Maryam Sanda, by President Bola Tinubu, saying he has long forgiven her for the death of his son. I appealed to Buhari, Tinubu to pardon Maryam Sanda – father of Maryam Sanda's murd£red husband says and gives reason.   The biological father of the late Bilyaminu Bello, who was murd£red by his wife, Maryam Sanda, in 2017, expressed joy on Wednesday, Oct. 14, over the pardon granted to his daughter-in-law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In an unexpected turn of events, Bello's father said he had been makibg attempta behind the scene to secure freedom for Maryam, who had been on de@th row since her sentencing for the murd£r of her husband. Speaking at a joint press conference with Alhaji Garba Sanda, father of Maryam, Alhaji Ahmed Bello Isa stated that his motivation was purely humanitarian, and that he wanted his daughter-in-law released so she could l...

ADMISSIONS: MATHEMATICS NO LONGER COMPULSORY FOR ARTS STUDENTS, SAYS FG. (PHOTO).

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  Admissions: Mathematics no longer compulsory for Arts students, says FG Nigerian senior secondary school students in arts and humanities will no longer be required to present a credit in mathematics in their Senior School Certificate Examination, organised by the West African Examination Council and National Examination Council, as a condition for admission to universities and polytechnics, the Federal Ministry of Education said on Tuesday. For years, admission seekers in arts and humanities, like their contemporaries in sciences and social sciences, have been mandated to have five credits, including mathematics and English language, to secure admission into higher institutions. “The revised National Guidelines for Entry Requirements into Nigerian Tertiary Institutions are designed to remove barriers while maintaining academic standards. “The new framework applies to universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and Innovation Enterprise Academies across the country as follo...

MADAGASCAR ARMY COLONEL SAYS MILITARY HAS TAKEN CHARGE OF NATION. (PHOTO).

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 Madagascar army colonel says military has taken charge of nation An elite military unit told AFP Tuesday it had taken power in Madagascar after the national assembly voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina for desertion of duty. The 51-year-old president had refused growing demands to step down, going into hiding after weeks of anti-government street demonstrations in the island nation. "We have taken power," Colonel Michael Randrianirina, head of the CAPSAT military unit, told AFP after reading out a statement at a government building in the capital. The unit will set up a committee composed of officers from the army, gendarmerie and national police, he said. Civilian government to be formed 'after a few days' CAPSAT played a major role in the 2009 coup that first brought Rajoelina to power. "Perhaps in time it will include senior civilian advisers. It is this committee that will carry out the work of the presidency," Randrianirina said in his statement...

SECURITY IN ANAMBRA: CP ORUTUGU INTERACTS WITH STAKEHOLDERS OF NIMO COMMUNITY AND INITIATES PEACE DIALOGUE AIMED AT ADDRESSING LINGERING COMMUNAL DISPUTES AND PROMOTING MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 SECURITY IN ANAMBRA: CP ORUTUGU INTERACTS WITH STAKEHOLDERS OF NIMO COMMUNITY AND INITIATES  PEACE DIALOGUE AIMED AT ADDRESSING LINGERING COMMUNAL DISPUTES AND PROMOTING MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING In a bid to strengthen peace and restore lasting harmony in the Nimo community, Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, fwc minps PhD on Sunday 12th October 2025, initiated a peace dialogue with key stakeholders and leaders of thought from the community. The meeting, which was held at the compound of St Vincent Primary School Ifite-Ani Nimo brought together the Local Government Chairman, traditional leader, town union executives, youth representatives, women leaders and security partners from Nimo. The dialogue was aimed at addressing lingering communal disputes, fostering mutual understanding, and reinforcing the Command’s commitment to maintaining law and order through peaceful engagement. Speaking during the ...

I MUST KILL A GOAT BEFORE WORKING ON ANY BUILDING SITE- ENGR FELIX IGWEBUIKE . (PHOTO).

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 I must kill a goat before working on any building site- Engr Felix Igwebuike  Speaking on Gbam interview Engr Felix noted that tradition has come to stay and People should be able to differentiate between tradition and evil. He asserted that tradition is good because that's  the ways our forefathers followed and lived Long.    Engr Igwebuike maintained that the main problem people are having in Igbo land now is neglecting so much tradition, even as you are going to church do not disregard your tradition. Speaking further, Engr Felix said that any site he is working on, he must kill a goat, and the reason is because it's in the tradition to do so, by so doing your "ancestors will guide whatever you are doing in that site and even provide more so that the work will be moving." Engr Felix also defended the governor of Anambra state saying that he knows what he is doing, that the governor's actions are to fish out the "bad native doctors" who prioritize dec...

WE HAVE JUST ONE MORE STEP TO MAKE AND NNAMDI MIGHT BE ON HIS WAY TO FREEDOM- OMOYELE SOWORE. (PHOTO).

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 We Have Just One More Step to Make and Nnamdi might be on his way to freedom-------Omoyele Sowore Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, has expressed optimism that the detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, may soon regain his freedom. In a statement, Sowore revealed that the Department of State Services (DSS) has allegedly begun intimidating and harassing market leaders in Abuja as activists intensify mobilization for the October 20 protest aimed at demanding Kanu’s release. He described the alleged DSS actions as acts of desperation, urging Nigerians not to be discouraged or frightened by any form of intimidation. “We have just one more step to make,The DSS is desperate, but nothing can stop the planned action. Nigerians should remain calm and resolute, nothing will happen to anyone.” The activist reaffirmed that the movement remains committed to peaceful mobilization and that the FreeNnamdiKanuNow campaign will continue until justice is achieved.

YOU JUST VISIT CHINA WHICH DAY? BUT I OWN A BIG OFFICE IN CHINA WHERE 5 NIGERIANS ARE EMPLOYED. WE ARE NOT SAME LEVEL- BLORD REPLIES VERY DARK MAN.(PHOTO).

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 You just visit China which day? but I own a big office in China where 5 nigerians are employed. We are not same level- BLORD replies Very dark man. VDM actions continue to draw a lot of attention, with this pattern, more business owners that imports from China might become more careful in fixing prices for their goods, especially the greedy ones and then prices of almost all the electronics might drop very well.  The Chairman/CEO of BLORD groups has replied VDM on his comment against him, BLORD, stated in his reply that him and Verydarkman are not in his level, explaining that while he has a permanent Office in China, Verydarkman is just a visitor in China. Some people have expressed their opinion and how they don’t entirely like the idea of VDM disrupting some businesses which igbo people do in China, because you really can’t tell a businessman how much to sell his product. However, sometimes for us to achieve these meaningful changes, we  have to step on a few toes to ...

AYAMELUM RESIDENTS LAMENT YEARS OF NEGLECT OVER DILAPIDATED ROAD. (PHOTO).

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 Ayamelum Residents Lament Years of Neglect Over Dilapidated Road Residents of Ayamelum Local Government Area have cried out over the deplorable condition of the only major road linking their communities to Anambra East, describing it as a clear sign of government neglect. According to them, the road has remained one of the worst in Anambra East, yet it serves as the only lifeline to Ayamelum. The people say the situation has made transportation of goods, especially farm produce, extremely difficult, causing economic hardship and isolating many villages during the rainy season. “We are tired of empty promises,” one resident lamented. “This road tells our story — a story of neglect and suffering. Each year, we hear about development funds, but Ayamelum is always forgotten.” They also questioned the state government over the recently publicized Common Service Fund, wondering why their area continues to be excluded. The people of Ayamelum are calling on the Anambra State Government to...

AMERICAN MAYOR QUESTIONS NIGERIA’S REQUEST FOR FOREIGN AID, DESPITE BEING A NATION RICH IN MINERAL RESOURCES.(PHOTO).

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 American Mayor Questions Nigeria’s Request for Foreign Aid, despite being a nation rich in mineral resources. Mike Arnold, the Republican Mayor of Blanco City, Texas, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s reliance on foreign financial assistance despite being a nation rich in mineral resources. “I don’t understand why a nation like Nigeria, so rich in natural resources and growing, has to go and ask for money to take care of its people,” Arnold stated. He further condemned the treatment of displaced persons in the country, describing it as “horrific” that many are denied stability and have their homes demolished without warning. Arnold also criticized what he called a contradiction in Nigeria’s approach to international relations. “It doesn’t make sense that Nigerian leaders don’t want Americans to speak on terrorism and insecurity in their country, yet they want America’s money,” he said.

S. A: MEC WANTS ARRESTED SAPS MEMBERS TO FACE FULL WRATH OF THE LAW. (PHOTO).

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 MEC Wants Arrested SAPS Members to Face Full Wrath of the Law The Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie, has called for firm action against four Limpopo police officers who were arrested in connection with a house robbery in Lydenburg. The suspects, Sergeant Lesiba Lucky Shogole (40) and Constable Malesela Daniel Huma (34) from the Polokwane 10111 Flying Squad, Constable Thapelo McDonald Ledwaba (34) from the Mahwelereng K9 Unit, and Constable Nthabiseng Sarafina Senama (34) from Lebowakgomo SAPS, appeared in the Mashishing Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 13 October 2025. They were arrested on Friday, 10 October 2025. MEC Macie condemned their alleged involvement, saying those found guilty must face the full consequences of their actions. “The allegations are damning and serious. We do not have a place in policing for criminals. We want honest and diligent members who remain loyal to their duty of protecting communities and arresting suspects,” he s...

THE KIDNAPPING OF AN UNIDENTIFIED FEMALE IN WICHITA, KANSAS, HAS BEEN CAUGHT ON CAMERA, LEAVING THE POLICE ON AN URGENT SEARCH TO IDENTIFY AND LOCATE HER. (PHOTO).

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 The kidnapping of an unidentified female in Wichita, Kansas, has been caught on camera, leaving the Police on an urgent search to identify and locate her.  The Wichita Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying and locating the female in the photo. She was last seen being taken by force on Oct. 12, 2025, at about 2 a.m. in the 1400 block of North Volutsia. The incident was reported to the police at 7:48 p.m. on the same day. You can also contact WPD Investigations at 316-268-4407 or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111. Please do what you can to help, and don't hesitate to report any possible information; your help may save a life. Credit- OP: Tennessee Missing and Unsolved

AN EVANSVILLE, INDIANA MAN WAS ARRESTED AFTER TAKING AN EVENING STROLL, COMPLETELY NUDE, BEFORE ENTERING A STRANGER'S HOME AND REFUSING TO LEAVE.(PHOTO).

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 An Evansville, Indiana man was arrested after taking an evening stroll, completely nude, before entering a stranger's home and refusing to leave. 55-year-old Scott Cummings is facing a long list of charges, including public indecency, criminal mischief, and resisting law enforcement. This revealing incident occurred on the evening of Saturday, October 11th, at the Villlage Green Apartments.  Evansville PD were called to the report of a man walking around the apartment complex nude. The callers expressed concern over the fact that children were outside playing at the time.  Moments later, dispatch received another call regarding the same man. This caller told police there was a naked man in his nephew's kitchen. When officers arrived on scene, they discovered Scott Cummings still inside of the apartment. Officers ordered Cummings to exit the apartment, and he refused.  Eventually, officers entered the apartment and attempted to take Cummings into custody. A brief str...

OBOREVWORI ORDERS CRACKDOWN AS DSS INTERCEPTS HEAVY ARMS CACHE IN DELTA. (PHOTOS).

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 Oborevwori Orders Crackdown as DSS Intercepts Heavy Arms Cache in Delta Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has ordered an all-out crackdown on criminal networks after the DSS intercepted a cache of sophisticated weapons in Asaba. During his visit to the DSS Command, the governor commended the agency for its intelligence and coordination, describing the operation as a “major breakthrough” in the fight against insecurity. He reaffirmed that his administration would tolerate no lawlessness, especially in Warri, warning those planning violence to desist. “Bringing in heavy arms of this nature is a direct threat to our peace and will not be tolerated,” he stated, urging residents to support security agencies. The governor also directed the immediate arrest of those behind the killing of Jerry Aduara, former Odion Urhobo Youth Council chairman, vowing that no one involved would escape justice. According to Mr. Anthony Ifemeje, Deputy Director of Operations, DSS Delta Comma...

MINISTER OF STATE FOR WORKS DONATES DRUGS TO FIGHT CHOLERA OUTBREAK IN GORONYO LGA, SOKOTO STATE. (PHOTO).

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 Minister of State for Works Donates Drugs to Fight Cholera Outbreak in Goronyo LGA, Sokoto State In response to the cholera outbreak in Sokoto state, the minister of state for works,  Bello Muhammad Goronyo, has donated assorted drugs worth millions of naira to combat the public health crisis in  Goronyo local government area.  The drugs are to be distributed to 11 wards in the area for the treatment of victims of the recent cholera outbreak. The donation is part of the minister’s ongoing commitment to supporting public health initiatives in sokoto state, and it aimes at assisting those affected by the disease outbreak. Chief medical director of Amanawa infectious diseases hospital, Dr Garba Muhammad, presented the drugs on behalf of the minister. He says the gesture is an emergency response to the cholera outbreaks recorded in some communities of the local government area.  He adds the donation is to complement efforts of the sokoto state government in contain...

UBEC, JICA SIGN 5-YEAR MOU TO BOOST SMART EDUCATION. (PHOTO).

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 UBEC, JICA Sign 5-Year MoU to Boost Smart Education The Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding, MoU with the Japan International Cooperation Agency, JICA, to strengthen Science, Technology, Mathematics, and Pre-Vocational Education through Smart Education in selected states across Nigeria. The partnership, which covers Benue, Nasarawa, and the FCT, aims to enhance teaching and learning through digital innovation and practical skills development at the basic education level. The Chief Representative of JICA Nigeria Office, Ishigame Keiji, expresses Japan’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s education reform efforts, noting that the Smart Education Project aligns with Japan’s global initiative to promote inclusive and equitable quality education. The Smart Education project is expected to run from 2025 to 2030, with pilot implementation in selected schools across Benue, Nasarawa, and the FCT before possible scale-up to other pa...

QATAR AND NIGERIA SET TO SIGN MOU ON CULTURAL AND TOURISM COOPERATION. (PHOTOS).

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 Qatar And Nigeria Set to Sign MOU on Cultural and Tourism Cooperation The Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy resumed talks with the Qatari government, on Monday, to boost cultural exchange, arts, and tourism relations between the two countries.  The Minister, Hannatu Musa Musawa, who held a meeting with Dr Ali Ghamen Al-Hajri, the  Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Nigeria in Abuja, highlighted Nigeria's rich cultural heritage and potential partnerships with Qatar to promote mutual understanding and growth.  She emphasised Nigeria's diverse cultural history, showcasing its music, movie industry, and arts, and expressed interest in collaborating with Qatar to preserve and display Nigerian artefacts. The ambassador highlighted Qatar's commitment to promoting art and cultural projects, emphasising its role in diplomacy and bridging nations. He also noted  that both countries have significantly strengthened their economic ties in recent years...

SENATE RECEIVES PRESIDENT TINUBU'S REQUEST TO CONFIRM INEC CHAIRMAN. (PHOTO).

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  SENATE RECEIVES PRESIDENT TINUBU'S REQUEST TO CONFIRM INEC CHAIRMAN President Tinubu writes Senate seeking confirmation of Prof  Joash Amupitan as  chairman of independent national electoral commission INEC. President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio read the letter of request alongside other communications to the senate from the President for approval of appointments. The request is in line with the provisions of the constitution of the federal republic of Nigeria. The request has been referred to the committee of the whole.

GLOBAL ONCOLOGISTS CONVENE IN ABUJA TO ADVANCE CANCER RESEARCH AND CONTROL.(PHOTOS).

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 Global Oncologists Convene in Abuja to Advance Cancer Research and Control. Oncologists from over 25 countries have gathered in Abuja to bolster healthcare capacity, collaboration and familiarizing participants with Nigeria's research landscape and creating networking opportunities across Sub-Saharan Africa. The conference, held to drive progress in primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare institutions, emphasizes innovative approaches to cancer registries.  Experts are exchanging ideas on how these registries are revolutionizing national cancer control strategies and improving patient outcomes across the region. One more photo below. 

FAMILY OF SLAIN BILYAMINU BELLO CONDEMNS PRESIDENTIAL PARDON FOR CONVICTED WIFE. (PHOTO).

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 Family of Slain Bilyaminu Bello Condemns Presidential Pardon for Convicted Wife The family of the late Bilyaminu Bello has strongly denounced the presidential pardon granted to Maryam Sanda, who was convicted and sentenced to death for his murder in 2017. In a statement issued on Monday, the family described the decision as “the worst possible injustice any family could be made to go through,” expressing profound dismay at President Bola Tinubu’s inclusion of Sanda among the 175 inmates recently pardoned under the Prerogative of Mercy policy. Dr. Bello Mohammed, speaking on behalf of the family, said the pardon reopened “painful wounds that had barely healed.” Sanda was convicted by the FCT High Court on January 27, 2020, for the premeditated murder of her husband, with the judgment upheld by the Court of Appeal on December 4, 2020, and affirmed by the Supreme Court on October 27, 2023. The family noted that Sanda showed “no remorse even for a fleeting moment” throughout the judic...

DEPOT FUEL PRICES REACH ₦900 PER LITER AMIDST DELAY IN DANGOTE PRODUCTION. (PHOTO).

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 Depot Fuel Prices Reach ₦900 per Liter Amidst Delay in Dangote Production Depot petrol prices have skyrocketed to almost ₦900 per litre in key coastal locations across Nigeria. This increase is due to operational and supply issues at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which have put pressure on the distribution network. An operations staff member knowledgeable about the situation stated that the refinery plans to load just a small number of trucks at the moment, as they await the conclusion of current maintenance activities and performance evaluations. “The refinery is operating at a reduced rate, and only limited loading tickets will be released until further notice,” a source said. On Monday, October 13, 2025, market information revealed that Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) was priced between ₦870 and ₦900 per liter at major depots in Lagos and Calabar. This indicates a consistent increase over the previous week. In Lagos, where the majority of private depots depend on imported fuel sup...

CANADA AND INDIA HOLD TALKS TO STRENGTHEN TIES ON TRADE AND TECHNOLOGY. (PHOTO).

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 Canada and India hold talks to strengthen ties on trade and technology Canada and India have taken significant steps toward rebuilding diplomatic and economic ties after two years of strained relations. Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New Delhi to outline a roadmap for renewed cooperation in key sectors, including trade, investment, agriculture, science, technology, civil nuclear collaboration, artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and energy. The meeting, part of Anand’s visit through Tuesday, focused on reestablishing stability in the partnership through mutual respect, strengthened people-to-people connections, and economic collaboration. Tensions between the two countries had escalated in 2023 following the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian Sikh activist linked to the Khalistan movement, which advocates for an independent Sikh homeland in India’s ...

FORMER MLB ALL-STAR SANDY ALOMAR SR., FATHER OF ROBERTO AND SANDY JR., DIES AT 81.(PHOTO).

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Former MLB All-Star Sandy Alomar Sr., father of Roberto and Sandy Jr., dies at 81 Sandy Alomar Sr., the father of former MLB stars Roberto Alomar and Sandy Alomar Jr., has died at 81. The league confirmed his passing on Monday, following reports from Puerto Rico that the former California Angels player had suffered a medical incident just a week before his 82nd birthday. Alomar Sr. spent 15 seasons in Major League Baseball, playing for six teams and finishing his career with a .245 batting average, 13 home runs, and 282 RBIs. Known more for his speed than his power, he stole 227 bases during his career. After retiring as a player, he continued his involvement in the sport as a coach for the San Diego Padres, Chicago Cubs, Colorado Rockies, and New York Mets. Both of his sons achieved notable MLB success: Sandy Jr. was a six-time All-Star over 20 seasons, while Roberto earned 12 All-Star selections and won two World Series titles.

THE WORLD MUST UNITE TO DISMANTLE CRIMINAL DRUG NETWORKS, MARWA TELLS UN SESSION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 The world must unite to dismantle criminal drug networks, Marwa tells UN session . Lists Nigeria’s efforts, successes in fight against drug scourge Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd) has urged the international community to stand together, be resolute and united to dismantle criminal drug networks that threaten peace, stability, and collective future of nations. Addressing the 80th United Nations General Assembly Plenary Session of the Third Committee in New York, United States on Monday 13th October 2025, Marwa said the world can no longer be held hostage by the illicit drug trade. According to him, “Given the transnational nature of the drug problem, Nigeria prioritizes international cooperation and intelligence sharing. We have signed memoranda of understanding with several countries and maintain strong partnerships with the UNODC, EU, DEA, INL, NCA, BKA, and others. These collaborations have le...

CAMEROON OPPOSITION CANDIDATE TCHIROMA CLAIMS PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION WIN. (PHOTO).

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 Cameroon opposition candidate Tchiroma claims presidential election win Cameroon opposition candidate Issa Tchiroma declared victory late on Monday in the country's October 12 presidential election, urging President Paul Biya to accept defeat and "honour the truth of the ballot box". "Our victory is clear. It must be respected," Tchiroma said in a speech on his Facebook page from his hometown of Garoua in the north of the Central African state. "The people have chosen. And this choice must be respected." Tchiroma, 76, a former government spokesperson and employment minister, broke ranks with Biya earlier this year and mounted a campaign that drew large crowds and endorsements from a coalition of opposition parties and civic groups. While the tally sheets are allowed to be published, final results must be announced by the country's Constitutional Council - a "red line that must not be crossed", according to the government. Seeking eighth ...

NIGERIA SECURES SECOND MAJOR GAS INVESTMENT IN 18 MONTHS WITH SHELL'S $2 BILLION OFFSHORE GAS PROJECT. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE   NIGERIA SECURES SECOND MAJOR GAS INVESTMENT IN 18 MONTHS WITH SHELL'S $2 BILLION OFFSHORE GAS PROJECT   • OVER $8 BILLION IN MAJOR UPSTREAM OIL AND GAS FINAL INVESTMENT DECISIONS UNDER PRESIDENT TINUBU SIGNALS RENEWED GLOBAL INVESTOR CONFIDENCE   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomes the news of Shell's $2 billion Final Investment Decision (FID) on a new gas project in the shallow offshore HI Field, in OML 144.   The new Non-Associated Gas (NAG) development project will deliver approximately 350 million standard cubic feet of gas per day (mmscf/d) from 2028, equivalent to almost a third of the requirements of Nigeria LNG Limited's Train 7 project.   The announcement brings total significant upstream investment commitments through Final Investment Decisions (FIDs) in Nigeria's oil and gas sector to over US $8 billion since President Tinubu assumed office in 2023, underscoring the success of his reform agenda and the renewed confide...

VP SHETTIMA, AKPABIO, ABBAS, OTHERS STORM ENUGU AS GOVERNOR MBAH, OTHERS JOIN APC. (PHOTO).

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 VP Shettima, Akpabio, Abbas, others storm Enugu as Governor Mbah, others join APC  Enugu State’s capital city is agog as all is now set for Gov. Peter Mbah and his political appointees to join the All Progressives Congress, APC, on Tuesday. Mr Uche Anichukwu, the Senior Special Assistant to Mbah on External Relations, stated this in a statement on Tuesday in Enugu. According to him, those who will receive Mbah into the party are the Vice President, Sen. Kashim Shettima; President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio; and Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr Tajudeen Abbas. Others include the APC National Working Committee (NWC) led by the National Chairman of the party, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, as well as governors, ministers, federal lawmakers, and appointees, among others. Anichukwu quoted various critical segments of the state, as well as Ohanaeze Ndigbo, to have thrown their weight behind Mbah’s decision to join the APC. He said that the former Chairman of the party in th...

PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS FORMER FOREIGN MINISTER, JOY OGWU. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS FORMER FOREIGN MINISTER, JOY OGWU President Bola Tinubu has learned with profound sadness that Ambassador Joy Uche Angela Ogwu, who was 79, has passed away.   A former Minister of Foreign Affairs and former Ambassador/Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Ogwu represented Nigeria at the United Nations from May 2008 to May 2017.   A skilled diplomat and scholar, she served as the Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), where she made invaluable contributions to developing Nigeria's foreign policy and international relations scholarship.   With inspiring dedication and skill, she presided over the UN Security Council twice, first in July 2010 and again in October 2011.   President Tinubu extols the late Ambassador for projecting Nigeria's voice with clarity and purpose and working tirelessly for global peace, disarmament, international ...

GOV. MBAH EXPLAINS WHY HE DUMPED THE PDP FOR APC. (PHOTO).

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 Governor Mbah explains why he dumped the PDP for APC Reported by NAN Gov Peter Mbah of Enugu State has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying his former party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), did not recognise the voice of his people. The governor, in a broadcast to the Enugu people on Tuesday morning, announced that he had quit the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Mbah left the PDP alongside his immediate predecessor, Chief Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, as well as state and Federal lawmakers, among others. Former Gov Sullivan Chime was among leaders of the APC in the state present at the event. The governor, who thanked the PDP for standing by him throughout his election period, said there always came a time when everyone must make a bold choice. “Today, we have made the decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and join the All Progressives Congress. “For nearly three decades, the PDP and the people of Enugu State walked side by side, united by shared ...

COMING ONLINE TO MENTION ANOTHER MAN’S BUSINESS JUST TO ADVERTISE FOR A CHINA MAN WHILE YOU SPOIL YOUR FELLOW AFRICAN BROTHER BUSINESS IS ALSO HYPOCRITICAL LIFESTYLE. -NDU-CHUKS, VDM'S FAN CRIES OUT. (PHOTOS)

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 Verydarkblackman if you can notice other people’s shit and wrong but can’t spot yours out, it’s called hypocrisy lifeslye.  May be you think you are too big to be corrected, my name is Nduchuks and where I came from we don’t fear to tell people the truth no matter your position provided you no Dey feed us we will tell you when you are right or wrong . Some people will hail you because you are vdm even when you are doing the wrong thing that’s what we called worshiping people.  We don’t worship people we only respect people, Coming online to mention another man’s business just to advtized for a china man while you spoil your fellow African brother business is also hypocritical lifestyle. I’m your fan but you see this one you are wrong. Imagine if someone with bigger influence than you are reposted what you just did and tell people never to come to you and get the same phone from him for 100k how would you feel? I know some people that support evil that don’t reasons with ...

A GEORGIA WOMAN WHO RAN AN UNLICENSED DAYCARE IS FACING FELONY CHARGES AFTER A 2-YEAR-OLD IN HER CARE, WAS FATALLY ATTACKED BY HER DOGS.(PHOTO).

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 A Georgia woman who ran an unlicensed daycare is facing felony charges after a 2-year-old in her care, was fatally attacked by her dogs. This shocking and heartbreaking incident occurred on October 4th in Valdosta, Georgia.  According to official police reports, 2-year-old Kaimir Jones was left unattended for over 2 hours while the daycare owner, 48-year-old Stacey Wheeler Cobb, slept. While Stacey slept, Kaimir left the residence and wondered into the backyard. Kaimir then managed to open a kennel where two large Rottweiler dogs were being kept. Investigators are still trying to determine how the young boy managed to open the kennel. Once the kennel was open, the two Rottweilers attacked Kaimir, taking his young life.  When Stacey was questioned, she told authorities she "was napping and thought that Kaimir was also asleep". Stacey Wheeler Cobb was arrested and is being charged with second-degree homicide and second-degree cruelty to children. Our thoughts are with this...

‘DON’T DESPAIR, PDP WILL RISE AGAIN’ – MAKINDE TELLS PARTY MEMBERS. (PHOTO).

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 ‘Don’t despair, PDP will rise again’ – Makinde tells party members Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to remain steadfast despite the recent wave of defections rocking the party, assuring them that the current challenges are temporary and that the PDP will emerge stronger. Makinde made the remarks on Monday in Abuja during the inauguration of the PDP National Convention Transportation Subcommittee, which he chairs. He encouraged party members not to lose faith, saying the difficulties the PDP is facing will ultimately strengthen it ahead of future elections. “Although this period may seem tough, it’s a phase that will pass. When something lasting is being built, it often gets worse before it gets better. So, let us remain committed and united,” Makinde said. The governor emphasized that the PDP remains a truly national party, noting that it has members in every ward across Nigeria. He urged supporters to “hold their corner...