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 Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Ikot Ekpene Youths Dismiss Allegations by Sister-in-Law as "Attention-Seeking" Senate President Godswill Akpabio and a coalition of youths from his Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District in Akwa Ibom State have rejected allegations made by his sister-in-law, Princess Pat Akpabio, labeling them as an "attention-seeking adventure." In a viral video, Princess Akpabio accused the former governor of incompetence as Senate President and alleged his involvement in the killing of some Akwa Ibom residents during his tenure as governor. She also threatened to reveal more secrets if her claims are not addressed and declared her intention to contest against Akpabio in the 2027 elections. The accusations have sparked widespread reactions in Akwa Ibom, with some dismissing them as a family feud driven by greed and power struggles, while others called for a resolution. On Saturday, the Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District Youth Coalition held a press con...

 Abia State Government Signs Tripartite Agreement for Ariaria Market Remodeling The Abia State Government has signed a tripartite agreement with Check Best International Limited, the developer tasked with remodeling Section Two of Ariaria International Market in Aba, and representatives of the market’s Traders’ Union. The signing took place at Government House, Umuahia, marking a significant step toward upgrading the market to international standards. Dr. Salome Obiukwu, the Commissioner for Trade and Commerce, who signed on behalf of the state government, explained that a tripartite committee was established to oversee the remodeling process. She highlighted that the project would benefit traders and position Ariaria Market as a reference point for trade across Africa. Dr. Obiukwu urged the developer to maintain high-quality standards and announced that Governor Alex Otti would flag off the remodeling and reconstruction on October 30, 2025. She also called on traders to cooperate ...

 Abia Governor Orders Police Probe into Alleged Disappearance of 23-Year-Old Governor Alex Otti has ordered the Abia State Police Command to investigate the alleged disappearance of 23-year-old Solomon Ikokwu, an indigene of Amangwu Oloko in Ikwuano Local Government Area, following a disturbing report of his arrest and mistreatment by a disbanded community security outfit. According to Solomon’s mother, Mrs. Onyekachi Ikokwu, her son was apprehended on September 27, 2025, by members of the Vigilante group on allegations of committing a crime. She claimed the operatives forcibly removed Solomon from their family compound, inflicted severe machete wounds on him, and struck him with a molded block, causing him to bleed and vomit blood. Mrs. Ikokwu further alleged that the operatives placed her unconscious son in a wheelbarrow and took him to a riverside, after which he has not been seen. She also reported that the perpetrators returned to assault another of her sons and threatened to ...

 Israel to keep border crossing closed amid ceasefire dispute with Hamas  The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will remain closed until further notice, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday, tying its reopening to Hamas handing over the bodies of deceased hostages. The closure comes amid ongoing disputes over alleged ceasefire violations between Israel and Hamas. Netanyahu’s announcement followed a statement from the Palestinian embassy in Egypt claiming the crossing would reopen on Monday for entry into Gaza. Both sides have exchanged accusations: the U.S. State Department warned of “credible reports indicating an imminent ceasefire violation by Hamas against the people of Gaza,” describing any attack on civilians as a “direct and grave violation” of the truce. Hamas denied the claims, instead accusing Israeli authorities of supporting armed gangs involved in killings, kidnappings, and looting, and said Gaza police were working to hold those gang...

 Louvre Museum shuts after jewels of 'priceless' value stolen, French interior minister says The Louvre Museum in Paris remained closed on Sunday as authorities investigated a robbery that French officials described as involving jewels of “priceless” value. French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati confirmed the theft on social media, noting that no injuries were reported and that she was on site with museum staff and police. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said several items were stolen from the Apollon Gallery, estimating their value as “inestimable.” He added that at least three suspects were involved, reportedly using a construction ladder to enter or exit the museum, and that the robbery lasted about seven minutes before the suspects fled on motorcycles. A notice on the museum’s website cited “exceptional reasons” for the closure and thanked visitors for their understanding. Witnesses in line outside the museum described police and military personnel responding to the scene ...

 Experts say rebuilding Gaza could take decades and cost $70 billion With a fragile ceasefire now in place between Israel and Hamas, the enormous task of rebuilding the Gaza Strip is coming into focus — and experts warn it could take decades and cost as much as $70 billion. The destruction across Gaza has been described as unprecedented, with entire neighborhoods leveled and infrastructure obliterated after two years of fighting. United Nations officials said more than 81,000 tons of debris have already been cleared, but it remains uncertain when full-scale reconstruction will begin or who will bear the financial burden. Former U.S. representative for Palestinian affairs Hady Amr described the devastation as incomparable in modern times, noting that roughly 83% of buildings in Gaza City alone were damaged, and nearly half of them were completely destroyed. Schools, hospitals, and essential services such as water and electricity systems have been decimated, leaving many Palestinians...

 US Embassy issues travel alert for Americans in Trinidad and Tobago amid Venezuela tensions The U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago on Saturday advised Americans to avoid all government facilities on the islands, citing a heightened state of alert. The warning came amid rising tensions between the United States and Venezuela following deadly U.S. military strikes in Caribbean waters targeting suspected drug traffickers. The embassy did not provide specific reasons for the advisory, instead urging Americans to “be aware of your surroundings” and avoid U.S. facilities over the holiday weekend, which coincides with Diwali, a major Hindu festival celebrated by about 35% of Trinidad and Tobago’s 1.4 million residents. Venezuelan waters lie just miles from Trinidad, where some coastal communities are mourning two local fishermen believed to have been killed in a U.S. strike earlier this week. Trinidad and Tobago officials confirmed the alert stems from threats directed at American citiz...

 Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers dies at 48 Sam Rivers, the bassist for rock-rap band Limp Bizkit, has died at the age of 48, the group announced on their official Instagram account Saturday evening. The band described Rivers as their “heartbeat” and praised him as “pure magic,” calling him the pulse behind every song, a calm presence amid chaos, and the soul of their sound. They added that he was a once-in-a-lifetime person and a “legend among legends,” ending their tribute with: “Rest easy, brother. Your music never ends.” The cause of death was not disclosed. Rivers grew up playing music with Limp Bizkit drummer John Otto and met frontman Fred Durst while working at a Chick-fil-A in the early 1990s. Rivers, Otto, and Durst formed the original iteration of Limp Bizkit, later joined by guitarist Wes Borland and DJ Lethal in 1996. Over the next three decades, the band released six studio albums, including Significant Other and Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water, and p...

Rudy Youngblood arrested in Texas over alleged assault Actor Rudy Youngblood, best known for his leading role in Mel Gibson’s 2006 Oscar-nominated film Apocalypto, has been arrested in Belton, Texas, the Bell County Sheriff’s Office confirmed. Youngblood was taken into custody early Tuesday on a warrant for alleged assault and is being held at Bell County Jail on a $20,000 bond. Authorities have not released full details of the allegations, though reports indicate the arrest involves an incident with a family or household member. Youngblood gained fame portraying Jaguar Paw in Apocalypto. He was recently cast as the lead in the period drama La Matador, playing Nico Cortez, a tortured painter and romantic interest of the titular female bullfighter. The film is currently in pre-production. In addition to La Matador, Youngblood has five other projects in various stages of production, including Carry You Home, Cooling Effect, Intercept, The Blue Phoenix, and The Moment. His past credits al...

 NTSB issues preliminary report on plane crash that killed songwriter Brett James  New information has emerged regarding the plane crash last month in North Carolina that killed Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James and two others. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a preliminary report on the Sept. 18 incident. Investigators say James’ Cirrus SR22T appeared to spiral before crashing in a field near an elementary school. The plane had departed Nashville’s John C. Tune Airport, bound for Macon County Airport in Franklin, on a personal flight with James serving as the pilot under visual flight conditions. As the aircraft neared the airport around 2:48 p.m., James reported having the runway in sight and received clearance to switch to the common traffic advisory frequency. Shortly after, he informed air traffic control that he was at 6,800 feet and planned to make a full 360-degree turn before landing. That was the last transmission received from the plane. ...

 Meta to close desktop Messenger app Meta is shutting down its Messenger app for macOS and Windows, directing users to the web instead. The app will be fully discontinued on December 15, after which Messenger chats can be accessed through the Facebook app on Windows or via the Facebook and Messenger websites. Meta has not explained why it is ending the desktop apps. Users will receive a notification about the shutdown and will be blocked from accessing Messenger on desktops after the December 15 deadline. To ensure chats are saved, users must enable secure storage and add a PIN code to their account. To archive conversations: click the gear icon above your profile picture, go to Privacy & Safety, select End-to-end encrypted chats, then click Message storage and make sure Turn on secure storage is toggled on. Messenger was separated from Facebook in 2014 to provide a dedicated messaging experience. Meta later explored integrating Messenger with Instagram Direct Messaging but aba...

 Oklahoma drops mandate for Bibles in every classroom The Oklahoma Department of Education is withdrawing a 2024 directive that required teachers to have the Christian Bible in every classroom and include it in lessons, following challenges that it violated the Constitution. The directive was introduced by former state superintendent Ryan Walters, who resigned last month. The Oklahoma Supreme Court had blocked the policy while teachers and parents from diverse religious backgrounds filed a lawsuit arguing that the Bible mandate breached the U.S. Constitution’s prohibition on state endorsement of religion. The Oklahoma Constitution goes further, requiring public schools and funding to remain nonsectarian and not favor any particular religion. The state’s largest teachers union also opposed the mandate, noting that local school districts and educators, not the state, should decide which books are used in classrooms. New superintendent Lindel Fields was given two weeks to decide wheth...

 Trump labels Colombia’s Petro an ‘illegal drug dealer’ and ends US aid to the country President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the United States will halt all funding and subsidies to Colombia, accusing the country’s leader of failing to curb drug production. Speaking from his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, Trump called Colombian President Gustavo Petro “an illegal drug dealer” and “low-rated and very unpopular,” warning that if Petro did not stop drug operations, the U.S. would intervene directly. Trump criticized Petro for allegedly encouraging the production of drugs across Colombia, claiming U.S. payments and subsidies were being misused. Trump said on social media that “as of today, these payments, or any other form of payment, or subsidies, will no longer be made to Colombia.” The announcement comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Bogotá, following a series of U.S. strikes in Caribbean waters targeting alleged drug traffickers, which Petro condemned as violati...

Former WWE boss Vince McMahon will join pretrial program after reckless driving charge Former WWE CEO Vince McMahon has been approved to enter a pretrial program to resolve a reckless driving charge from a crash in Connecticut this summer. A state Superior Court judge ruled Thursday that McMahon can join the program if he makes a $1,000 charitable donation and drives only while properly licensed and insured. If he meets these conditions, the reckless driving charge and an additional charge for following too closely will be dismissed in one year. The incident occurred on July 24 on the Merritt Parkway in Westport, where McMahon rear-ended a BMW, damaged a wooden guardrail, and caused debris to fly into the southbound lanes, striking another vehicle. His Bentley was destroyed, and two other cars were damaged. No one was injured, and the other drivers did not object to his entry into the program. McMahon did not speak at the hearing. His attorney, Mark Sherman, said afterward, “Not every ...

 PRESS RELEASE FORMAL UNVEILING OF THE WORLD PUBLIC RELATIONS FORUM (WPRF) ABUJA 2026 All is now set for the formal unveiling of Nigeria’s hosting of the World Public Relations Forum (WPRF) Abuja 2026. The National Planning Committee (NPC) of the WPRF Abuja 2026, under the Chairmanship of Dr Suleiman Haruna, mnipr, has concluded arrangements for the National Unveiling Ceremony, which will serve as the official kick-off of activities leading to the global event. The unveiling, designed as a hybrid event, will take place on Monday, 20th October 2025, at the NAF Conference Centre, Abuja, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The hybrid format reflects the Committee’s commitment to ensuring flexibility, wider participation, and engagement with both local and international audiences—physically and virtually. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, fnipr, will deliver the keynote address, while four key Ministers are expected to speak at the event. They include: • Hon. A...

 PVAC Targets Local Manufacturing To Reduce Cancer Treatment Costs The National Coordinator of the Presidential Initiative on Unlocking Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC), Dr. Abdu Mukhtar, has attributed the high cost of cancer care and treatment in Nigeria to the country’s reliance on imported medical products. Dr. Mukhtar made this statement at a conference marking International Cancer Week in Abuja. According to him, the administration recognizes the importance of local manufacturing of medical products, drugs, and commodities in making cancer care more affordable and accessible. To achieve this, PVAC is pursuing partnerships for local production of cancer drugs and generics, and facilitating technology transfer between technology owners and local partners. Among the conference keynote speakers was Professor Usman Malami Aliyu, Director-General/CEO of the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment, NICRAT. Discussions highlighted gaps in multidisciplinary standards of care...

 RAF to compensate foreign nationals in Limpopo bus tragedy The Road Accident Fund (RAF) has confirmed that families of the 43 victims who perished in a tragic bus crash in Limpopo on October 12, 2025, will receive compensation, irrespective of their immigration status.  The crash occurred near Louis Trichardt on the N1 highway, claiming the lives of 30 Zimbabweans and 6 Malawians, with 49 others injured. The bus was en route from Gqeberha to Harare and onward to Malawi.  RAF spokesperson clarified that the fund is legally obligated to compensate all individuals involved in road accidents within South Africa, regardless of their legal status. This stance is supported by recent court rulings that have overturned attempts to exclude undocumented foreign nationals from claiming compensation.  The incident has sparked debate on social media, with some questioning the fairness of compensating undocumented individuals, while others argue for the humanitarian aspect of the ...

 Bloemfontein  man sentenced to three Llfe terms for raping minors Jan Gysbert (Bertus) Maritz was sentenced to three life terms in the Bloemfontein High Court on Friday for the rape of minors. In addition to the life sentences, Maritz also received further sentences for sexual grooming, sexual exploitation, production of child sexual abuse material, exposing minors to pornography, sexual assault, and assault. The court ruled that all the sentences will run concurrently. His victims were young girls aged between 7 and 9 years old when the crimes took place between 2007 and 2014.

 Delta State is richer than Anambra State but the people of Anambra are richer than people of Delta- Hon Uche Onyeagocha   Former Federal House of Representatives member, Hon. Uche Onyeagocha, has called on Igbo entrepreneurs and business owners to redirect their investments back to the Southeast region, arguing that sustainable development requires internal focus. Speaking on Signature TV, Onyeagocha emphasized that businesses operated outside the Southeast could equally thrive within Igbo land. "It is time we start repatriating our wealth back home and developing. There is nothing in these businesses that we are running outside that you cannot run in Igbo land. So it is a clear call on our people to start repatriating their wealth back home," he stated. The former lawmaker drew comparisons between several Nigerian states to illustrate his point about individual wealth versus state resources. "And there is something I need to make very clear to you and every other perso...

 Enugu Goverment acquires drone to boost surveying operations in the State  The Executive Governor of Enugu Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has fulfilled his promise to improve service delivery and modernize operations in key ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) by acquiring a high quality surveying drone, also known as an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), for the Surveyor General’s Office. This new technology is fitted with powerful sensors and cameras that record airborne data for mapping, modeling, and analysis of land and infrastructure. Speaking with newsmen on the procurement of this modern technology and its importance, the Surveyor General, Surv. Chime Justus Uchenna , expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Governor for his good leadership and hard efforts to ensure that the Surveyor General’s Office is prepared to set the standard for others to follow. He gave assurances of good management of the drone while also pledging his commitment to hard work and timely job de...

 The poor must not only be allowed to breathe , but also be allowed to rise and run, stop extortion and Taxation on Petty traders- Soludo orders Local Government Mayors. Governor Soludo has urged Town Union Presidents General (PGs) and Local Government Mayors to refrain from imposing levies or taxes on okada riders, wheelbarrow pushers, hawkers, petty traders, and businesses with a total capital of less than N100,000. The Governor made this call during his visits to Nkwo Igbo Ukwu, Nwagu Agulu, Awgbu, Amaenyi, Nkwo Enugwu Ukwu, and other locations, as well as in his official broadcasts. Governor Soludo Maintained that the Party’s slogan( Onye ahana nwanne ya, Be your brothers keeper) must be restrictly adhered to, by his Government 

 CWO Awka Diocese Bestows Super Amazon Award On The First Lady of Anambra, Dr Nonye Soludo  The Catholic Women Organisation, CWO, Awka Diocese has bestowed 'CWO Super Amazon' award on the wife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo. The award was bestowed on her at St Patrick's cathedral Awka, during the 2025 Trennial Convention of the Diocese. Represented by the Commissioner for Special Duties, Honourable Beverly Ikpeazu -Nkemdiche, Dr Soludo was given the award in recognition of her efforts in giving women and children of the state better life. Speaking shortly after receiving the award, Dr  Soludo said women play a vital role  in character moulding of children and in shaping the society. She appreciated members of CWO, Awka Diocese,  for all they do especially their prayers, urging them not to relent as according to her , for their to be a sane society. She asserted that women must be on their toes to monitor their children and wards, know the friends the...

  Kevin Costner's sexual harassment suit by Horizon II stuntwoman to proceed, judge rules; Oscar winner plans immediate appeal Kevin Costner will face trial in a sexual harassment case brought by a ‘Horizon II’ stuntwoman Kevin Costner suffered a setback Thursday in his effort to dismiss a sexual harassment and hostile workplace lawsuit filed by Devyn LaBella, a stuntwoman on the film Horizon II. While two of LaBella’s ten claims were dismissed, the remaining allegations will move forward, and Costner’s team plans to appeal quickly. After a hearing at the Los Angeles Superior Court, Judge Jon R. Takasugi ruled that LaBella’s claims of sexual discrimination, harassment, and failure to prevent harassment could proceed, though he dismissed her claims under the California Civil Code and the Bane Act related to alleged threats of physical violence. The court noted that LaBella had presented evidence that she was subjected to an unplanned simulated rape scene on set without prior discuss...

 Israel launches strikes on Gaza in first major cease-fire test Israel’s military carried out air and artillery strikes on multiple targets in Gaza on Sunday, after reporting that Hamas militants fired at Israeli troops in areas still under Israeli control. The incident marked the first major test of the ceasefire agreed over a week ago. No injuries were reported. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with security officials and instructed the military to respond strongly to any violations, but did not threaten to resume full-scale war. Hamas denied involvement in the Rafah clashes. The strikes coincided with Israel identifying the remains of two hostages released by Hamas overnight: Ronen Engel, a father of three from Kibbutz Nir Oz, and Sonthaya Oakkharasri, a Thai worker killed at Kibbutz Be’eri during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack. Israel has handed over 150 Palestinian bodies, while Hamas has returned 13 deceased hostages so far. Reopening the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, clos...

 Air China plane catches fire mid-flight, lands safely in an emergency An Air China flight headed to Seoul was forced to make an emergency landing on Saturday after a fire broke out in an overhead bin, causing panic among passengers. The plane, carrying 160 people including crew, had departed from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport around 9:50 a.m. when a lithium battery in a passenger’s carry-on bag ignited. Smoke filled the cabin as crew members rushed to extinguish the flames. The aircraft was diverted to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, where it landed safely with no injuries reported. Authorities have not determined what triggered the battery to catch fire. Lithium batteries, commonly used in phones, laptops, and chargers, have been banned from certain flights in China due to fire risks, and millions have been recalled globally over the years for safety concerns.

 French mining firm to be tried over Niger abductions A French uranium mining company accused of partial responsibility for terrorists abducting some of its employees in Niger in 2010 is to be tried, sources following the case told AFP. Nuclear energy company Areva, whose activities have since been taken over by Orano, has been accused of underestimating the threat of the terrorist group in the northern area of Niger where it was mining. In 2010, armed men abducted seven Areva employees – five French nationals, a Togolese and a Madagascan – in Arlit in northern Niger. One of the French captives, Francoise Larribe, was released five months later along with the Madagascan and Togolese nationals. Firm accused of 'carelessness' The four other hostages were only released in October 2013, shortly after their detention was claimed by the terrorist group, which is linked to Al-Qaeda. Magistrates ordered the trial in late September, accusing the French firm of carelessness and not imple...

 John Cena confirms WWE retirement and final match date despite speculation John Cena has confirmed that he is retiring from WWE, dismissing any speculation or rumors to the contrary. The Peacemaker star has set his final match for December 13, 2025, and emphasized that the date will not change. “Despite any speculation or rumors, on July 6, 2024, I announced I would retire from WWE in-ring participation. I am far from perfect but strive to be a person whose word has value,” Cena wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “12/13/25 will be my final match. I am beyond grateful for every moment WWE has given me. I am excited for 12/13 & look forward to seeing all of you one last time.” Cena first announced his retirement during a surprise appearance at the Money in the Bank event in Canada on July 6, 2024. “Why am I here? Tonight, I officially announce my retirement from the WWE,” he said at the time. He later added, “Thank you so much for letting me play in the house that you built ...

 Trump announces Andrea Bocelli performance at White House in December  Andrea Bocelli is set to perform at the White House on December 5, President Trump announced following the Italian tenor’s visit to the Oval Office. Video posted by the White House showed Bocelli singing Con Te Partirò as music played both inside and outside the Oval Office during his visit. The singer is also scheduled to perform at the Capital One Arena on December 14. Bocelli’s White House appearance will take place two days before the Kennedy Center Honors, which will have a different format this year, with Trump personally hosting and playing a key role in selecting the honorees: Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, KISS, Michael Crawford, and George Strait. During Trump’s first term, the PBS series In Performance at the White House, which featured performances from top entertainers in the East Room, was paused. It returned for one episode during President Biden’s term. Last summer, Trump pushed for con...

 Senator Katung Condemns Attack On Zonkwa Police Division, Mourns Fallen Officers The Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, has condemned in strong terms the recent attack on the Zonkwa Police Division, headquarters of Zangon Kataf Local Government Area, which led to the death of two police officers. In a statement issued on Sunday, Senator Katung described the assault as wicked, barbaric, and reprehensible, stressing that such criminal acts against security agencies must be condemned by all well-meaning Nigerians. “Most disturbing is the dangerous affront on the lives of our police officers and security personnel who, day after day, endure the most difficult and excruciating circumstances in their commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of Nigerians,” the Senator said. Expressing deep sorrow over the incident, Senator Katung called on security agencies to deploy all available resources to apprehend the perpetrators and ens...

 ANAMBRA SECURITY: POLICE COMMAND NOTES THAT NDI ANAMBRA HAVE EMBRACED DIALOGUE OVER UNPATRIOTIC ACTIONS SUCH AS PROTESTS AND ILLEGAL SIT-AT-HOME ORDERS. The Anambra State Police Command has conducted a security situational assessment following credible intelligence reports about a planned protest in some parts of the State. The assessment revealed that residents, particularly Ndi Anambra, have embraced dialogue and peaceful engagement as a means of addressing concerns, rather than indulging in unpatriotic actions such as protests, illegal sit-at-home orders, or any form of civil disturbance that disrupts public peace and socio-economic activities. The Command commends the good people of Anambra State for their growing commitment to peace, unity, and progress. It further assures that adequate security arrangements have been emplaced to sustain the existing peace and to ensure that law-abiding citizens continue their legitimate activities without fear. The Commissioner of Police, CP...

 US, UK, DRC-bound illicit drug consignments intercepted in frozen snails, electrical bulbs . As NDLEA recovers 38, 270 tramadol pills in car tyre, door compartments in Adamawa; destroys 70,650kg skunk in Ekiti, Ondo forests Consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs and female clothes heading to the United States, United Kingdom and Democratic Republic of Congo have been intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) and a courier company in Lagos. At least, two suspects linked to attempts to export the illicit substances have already been taken into custody. One of them, a cargo agent Boladale Riliwan was arrested on 7th October 2025 following the discovery of 15 parcels of skunk, a strain of cannabis, concealed in 10 pieces of giant rechargeable electrical bulbs he presented in a carton for airfreight to Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) at the export shed of the ...

 An Ohio man is being hailed as a hero after disregarding his personal safety and running head first into a blazing inferno in an attempt to save the life of a complete stranger. When Logan Fomenko saw a home engulfed in flames and a person trapped inside on the night of October 9th, he didn't think twice.  Logan rushed headfirst into the already fully engulfed home. His friends and family say he acted on pure instinct and courage, sacrificing his own well-being to save the life of a man he did not know.  Unfortunately, while inside of the home, Logan was injured by an explosion. He suffered severe burns as a result. Logan was air lifted to UPMC Mercy hospital, where he remains.  Logan reportedly faces multiple surgeries in the near future as a result of his heroic actions that day and will be unable to return to work in the foreseeable future.  A GoFundMe was started to help Logan while he recovers and this is where his community came out to support their homet...

 Salem, Illinois- A young female was viciously attacked in the Walmart parking lot at approximately 6:57 a.m. this morning while arriving for work. The suspect has not been apprehended. The employee had a male passenger in her vehicle. It is reported she was giving an acquaintance a ride. According to reports, as the female tried to leave the vehicle and go to work, "she was tased several times by the passenger". The female was also "struck in the face by the passenger with a closed fist more than once". The passenger tried to force the female into the back seat. The victim was thankfully able to flee her vehicle. A customer called 911 after they came in contact with the victim.  The male passenger carjacked the vehicle and fled the scene.  The vehicle has been retrieved, however he has not been apprehended, so please be extra careful about who you give a ride to right now.  The victim went to the hospital via ambulance and was treated for her injuries. I'm sure...

 Nigeria secures $8bn energy investments Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms have attracted over $8 billion in new investments into the energy sector, reflecting growing international confidence in the country’s reform-driven growth agenda. Ministry of Finance disclosed this in a statement on Saturday on the happenings at the ongoing IMF/World Bank meetings in Washington DC. According to the statement, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, who led the delegation, stated that Nigeria’s economic fundamentals are strengthening as a result of disciplined fiscal management and structural reforms implemented under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. According to him, the government’s efforts have begun to yield measurable outcomes, including a decline in inflation, stabilization of the exchange rate, and an increase in the nation’s foreign reserves, which now exceed $43 billion. “We are moving in the right direction toward macroeconomic stability, fiscal ...

   "Lie from idle minds," Wike reacts to alleged plan to contest against Tinubu in 2027 The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has described claim that some leaders of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, are pressuring his to contest against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election as “another lie from idle minds who have nothing to contribute to the development of the country.” Wike said this in a statement by his media aide, Lere Olayinka on Saturday. The statement was issued in respond to reports that some chieftains of PDP are mounting pressure on the FCT Minister to contest in the 2027 presidential election. While faulting the claim, Wike said he has always been open about his support for President Tinubu till 2031. Thus, the former Rivers State governor said he had endorsed re-election of the President in 2027. “The Minister has made it clear where he stands as long as the 2027 presidential election is concerned — he is with President Bola Ahmed T...