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 ISWAP LEADER HUSSAINI ISMAILA JAILED FOR 20 YEARS OVER 2012 TERROR ATTACKS IN KANO The federal high court Abuja division has convicted and sentenced one of the leaders of islamic state west Africa province (ISWAP) Hussaini Ismaila to 20 years imprisonment. Justice Emeka Nwite gave the order in  a summary judgment after Ismaila aka Mai Tangaran pleaded guilty to a four-count terrorism charge brought against him by the Department of State Sevices  for alleged terrorism. During the arraignment, the prosecution told the court that Ismaila was the coordinator of the 2012 attacks on police headquarters in Bompai, Kano state; mobile police base, Kabuga road, kano state; pharm centre police station, Kano state; Angwa uku police station, kano state, among other places, in which many were injured.  The trial suffered delays resulting from appeals and the conduct of a trial-within-trial to ascertain the voluntariness of the defendant's extra-judicial statements. When trial eve...

 Meta wins landmark FTC antitrust case, avoids breaking off WhatsApp and Instagram   Meta won a major victory Tuesday after a federal judge rejected the government’s attempt to label the company a social-networking monopoly, shielding the tech giant from a breakup that could have forced it to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, who presided over the high-stakes antitrust trial that concluded in May, ruled that regulators failed to show Meta currently has monopoly power in the market. His decision stands in stark contrast to recent rulings against Google, which was found to have illegally dominated both search and digital advertising. In his opinion, Boasberg wrote that regulators continued relying on a narrow view of Meta’s competition — one that assumed the company still squares off only with the rivals it faced a decade ago. The court, he said, needed proof of Meta’s present-day dominance, not evidence from the past. Regulators had argue...

 Law & Order actor prevents possible abduction of woman in New Jersey  George Pogatsia, an actor often cast as a villain on shows like “Law & Order” and “The Sopranos,” became a real-life hero when he stopped a potential abduction near his home in Jersey City, New Jersey. Pogatsia noticed a 19-year-old girl walking with her cousin, both visibly intoxicated, being approached by a man who appeared intent on taking the girl. The suspect, whom Pogatsia said was about 6’2” and dressed in black, reportedly tried to drag the girl down the street. Pogatsia’s wife first spotted the suspicious behavior and alerted him to follow. When the situation escalated on Bowers Street and the man hoisted the teen onto his shoulder, Pogatsia confronted him, demanding he put her down. On a 911 call, Pogatsia can be heard describing the encounter to the operator, saying the girl and her cousin did not know the man. The suspect eventually dropped the girl and fled, and police arrived shortly a...

 Divers uncover more than 450 pounds of cocaine hidden under ship heading to Europe, Colombian navy says Colombian navy divers uncovered more than 450 pounds of cocaine hidden beneath a ship preparing to sail to Europe, authorities announced Tuesday. The operation took place at a Pacific coast port, where divers from the Buenaventura Coast Guard Station conducted an underwater inspection of the Europe-bound merchant vessel. During the search, they found seven sealed bags containing the suspected narcotics. Photos released by the Navy showed divers retrieving the drugs and the packages displayed on the ground. The seizure comes shortly after the navy reported confiscating over seven tons of drugs from two speedboats and a semi-submersible vessel in the Pacific Ocean. Video and images from that operation showed multiple packages on board and alleged suspects being taken from the water. Colombia remains a major source of cocaine for the United States, with authorities estimating that ...

 The Kessler twins, German entertainment duo, die together through assisted suicide Alice and Ellen Kessler, the German twin sisters whose singing and dancing made them European entertainment icons in the 1950s and ’60s, died together by assisted suicide on Monday at the age of 89, the German Society for Humane Dying confirmed. The organization said the sisters had been considering the decision for some time and had been members for over a year. A doctor and a lawyer conducted preliminary discussions with them to ensure the choice was deliberate and informed. “People who choose this option in Germany must be absolutely clear-headed, free and responsible,” the organization said, adding that such decisions are “thoughtful and consistent, not impulsive.” Germany legalized medically assisted suicide in 2020 after its highest court ruled a prior ban violated constitutional rights. Born on August 20, 1936, in Nazi Germany, the sisters trained as ballet dancers. Their family fled East Ger...

 Body of missing California YouTuber fisherman recovered off Mexico, family reports The body of Mikey Rijavec, a San Diego fisherman and popular YouTuber, was recovered off the coast of Mexico, his family announced on GoFundMe. Rijavec, who ran the channel “SD Fish and Sips,” was on a solo fishing trip near Baja California on Nov. 11 when he issued a mayday call. According to his family, engine trouble caused his boat to flip after the motor came loose, though he managed to right the skiff, which had taken on water. Details of what happened afterward remain unclear. U.S. and Mexican authorities joined the search, which included boats and aircraft, while the family also hired private vessels and planes. The U.S. Coast Guard later transferred the case to the Mexican Navy. After several days, Rijavec’s body was found on Sunday near San Cristobal, a day after his family officially ended the search. In a statement on GoFundMe, the family said, “Mikey was mindful and present every day, a...

 Trump defends Saudi crown prince in Khashoggi case, saying 'he knew nothing' President Donald Trump welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House on Tuesday, marking the prince’s first visit since the 2018 murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Trump defended the crown prince, saying he “knew nothing” about Khashoggi’s killing, a statement at odds with U.S. intelligence assessments that concluded Mohammed was responsible. Trump praised the prince for his leadership and said he was proud of his record on human rights. The visit was accompanied by a ceremonial display including a military flyover, a Rose Garden tour, and Trump lauding the reception he received during his visit to Saudi Arabia. The two leaders discussed large-scale U.S. investments, economic and defense agreements, and potential arms deals, including the sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets. Trump also designated Saudi Arabia as a “Major Non-NATO Ally,” expanding the country’s military cooperatio...

 Ricky Gervais’ Mortality set to premiere on Netflix in December  Ricky Gervais’ stand-up special, Mortality, will debut worldwide on Netflix on December 30. The special, filmed at London’s Palladium earlier this year, sees Gervais exploring his own mortality with his signature dark humor, reflecting on life, death, and the state of the world—a theme familiar from his Netflix series After Life. Netflix promises that the special will leave “no topic off limits.” Mortality marks the conclusion of Gervais’ international 80-arena tour this December, which included performances at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, Radio City Music Hall in New York, and a 14-night stint at the Palladium. The tour has set box office records across multiple European countries. “I think Mortality is my most honest and confessional show so far and also my favourite tour,” Gervais said. “I still can’t believe what a privilege it is to fly around the world making people laugh.” Gervais, best known for cr...

 A sweet senior couple just said “I do” in the most perfect place imaginable: the YMCA swimming pool where they first met! Barbara (78) and Ron (81) from Clearwater, Florida, locked eyes five years ago during water aerobics class. What started with smiles and friendly chatter between exercises turned into coffee dates, then love. Last Valentine’s Day, Ron proposed right there in the shallow end with a waterproof ring. This weekend, they returned to that very same pool to get married. Waist-deep in water, surrounded by 60 guests in swimsuits and leis, their classmates cheering, and their original instructor officiating, they exchanged vows while gently floating with pool noodles. The bride glowed in a white swimsuit with a lace cover-up and waterproof veil; the groom looked dapper in swim trunks and a bow tie. “We met in the water, fell in love in the water, so we got married in the water,” Barbara said with a big smile. The YMCA happily opened the pool for the celebration, and ever...

 EFCC Arrests Female Archbishop for Alleged Naira Abuse Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  on Tuesday November 18, 2025 arrested one Archbishop Angel Oyeghe for conspiracy, naira mutilation and suspected money laundering.  The self-acclaimed Archbishop who is the founder of Faith Healing Ministry, Warri, Delta State was arrested following a viral video where several individuals under her supervision were seen spraying naira note on a live cow during a church programme. The Commission is on the trail of arresting other suspects as their action contravenes the provision of Section 21 of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007. Archbishop Oyeghe has made useful statements and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded. More photos below. 

 Shehu Sani Mocks PDP For Asking Trump To Intervene In Nigeria’s Democracy Former Kaduna Senator, Shehu Sani, has taken a swipe at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for appealing to U.S. President Donald Trump to help safeguard Nigeria’s democracy. Sani reacted on Tuesday through a post on his verified X account, following the PDP’s public plea to the American president. Earlier reports indicated that the newly elected PDP National Chairman, Taminu Turaki, had urged President Trump to step in and “save” Nigeria’s democracy. Commenting on the development, Sani wrote: “The new PDP chairman is reportedly seeking Trump’s assistance. Is it to help them reclaim the party secretariat or to help them capture someone?” This comes as Sani has consistently voiced opposition to any form of foreign military involvement in Nigeria, especially after Trump issued a warning over alleged Christian persecution in the country.

 Criticism Mounts As Arewa Consultative Forum Prepares Anniversary Celebration Amid Northern Nigeria Security Crisis As Northern Nigeria continues to face escalating insecurity, including attacks on communities, schools, and the killings of key figures, critics are questioning the priorities of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF). Social commentator IG Wala observed that while “Arewa is bleeding” from ongoing terrorist attacks, kidnappings, and violence, the ACF is reportedly focused on organizing a high-profile and costly anniversary celebration scheduled for this week. “Where is our conscience?” IG Wala asked, highlighting the perceived disconnect between the region’s pressing security challenges and the organization’s activities. These remarks come amid rising public concern over the safety of Northern communities and mounting calls for urgent action to address the escalating violence.

 The FBI is offering a reward of $5 million (R85 million) for information that could lead them to a woman believed to be hiding in Cape Town.  Her name is Ruja Ignatova, and she is accused of allegedly scamming investors out of billions through her cryptocurrency scheme known as OneCoin. She vanished before authorities could arrest her, and investigators say she has been on the run ever since. If you know where she is you tell us, we claim the reward and we pay you a fee 😆  She could be in the Southern Africa somewhere

 MAKURDI IN SHOCK AS LADY ALLEGEDLY STABS YOUNG MAN TO DEATH OVER COOKING ERRAND Makurdi was thrown into confusion today after a young man was reportedly stabbed to death by a woman during a domestic dispute. The incident, shared online by Linda Tarkighir, quickly sparked outrage and debate across social media. According to the account, the confrontation began after the deceased allegedly asked the woman to help purchase some cooking items. What followed remains unclear, but the situation escalated sharply, ending in a fatal stabbing that has left family, friends, and residents in deep grief. “This is the girl that stabbed my brother to death… just because they asked her to get cooking items? Wow. So this is not a dream? God,” a devastated relative wrote, struggling to process the tragedy. The shocking nature of the incident has fueled a wave of reactions online, with many calling for a thorough investigation and justice for the victim. Authorities are expected to release more deta...

 KIDDWAYA SPARKS DEBATE AFTER CALLING OUT NIGERIANS FOR 'WORSHIPPING POLITICIANS' 19th November, 2025    Kiddwaya has set off a storm of reactions online after taking aim at Nigerians who publicly praise politicians but return to social media to complain when policies go wrong. The reality star argued that many citizens “hail and beg” political leaders in person, yet resort to online outbursts instead of demanding accountability. He added that much of the criticism he receives comes from people who “only insult and make jokes” rather than pushing for real change. His remarks quickly ignited mixed reactions across social platforms. One commenter admitted Kiddwaya raised valid points but noted that his own father has long been involved in politics, saying Nigerians often depend on influential figures for help rather than confronting the system. Another user fired back at Kiddwaya, challenging him to reveal what concrete steps he has taken to hold leaders accountable. But ot...

 TRAGEDY ON CAMPUS, AS FEMALE STUDENT DIES AFTER COLLAPSING DURING EXAMS AT BENUE UNIVERSITY.  19th November, 2025    A heartbreaking scene unfolded at the Rev. Father Moses Orshio Adasu University (formerly Benue State University) after a female student reportedly collapsed in the examination hall and could not be revived. Witnesses say she slumped in the middle of her paper, sparking panic among students and staff. Despite efforts to save her, she sadly did not survive. The incident has reignited concerns about the intense pressure students face during exams. Many are urging learners to prioritize their health eat well, rest, and avoid pushing beyond their limits. A wave of grief now hangs over the campus as the university mourns a life cut short far too soon.

 Minnesota man drowns while attempting to rescue his dog, who had fallen through ice while retrieving a bird. This sad incident occurred at the Eszlinger Water Fowl Production Area in Ashley, North Dakota, on November 12th.  On that day, 30-year-old Christopher Hendricks and a friend were hunting waterfowl with his trusty hunting dog.  After shooting a duck, Hendricks "loosed" his dog to retrieve the bird. However, once the dog retrieved the bird, he began struggling after becoming stuck on a sheet of ice. Hendricks became alarmed seeing his dog in distress and stripped off his heavy hunting gear before entering the water in an attempt to save his dog.  Hendricks hunting partner Maxwell DiVenere says Hendricks made it to his dog, and the two began to swim towards shore. At some point, as Hendricks and his dog were trying to get back to shore, it became apparent they were in distress.  Upon seeing his friend begin to struggle, DiVenere entered the water to assist...

 An Ohio woman was killed by a deer after becoming stuck inside of its pen.  Belmont County Sheriff's Department was called to a home around 10:27 p.m. on November 15th to the report of an animal attack.  Once on scene, they discovered a severely wounded female inside of a pen with an aggressive white tail buck. Deputies were forced to shoot the deer in order to enable first responders access to the victim. However, it was too late by this point. Sadly, Jodi Proger was pronounced deceased on scene. According to family members, Jodi had become trapped inside of the enclosure when the deer became aggressive and began attacking her. Family members desperately attempted to reach her and kill the deer but were unsuccessful until law enforcement arrived.  Belmont County Sheriff James Zusack says no foul play is suspected.  He says the case has been turned over to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and Ohio Department of Agriculture to investigate.

  U.S Ambassador Michael Waltz declares killings of Christians in Nigeria ‘genocide’ United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, has described the recent killings of Christians in Nigeria as a “genocide wearing the mask of chaos.” Fox News reports that Waltz made the comment on Tuesday at an event hosted by the United States Mission to the United Nations.   “There is a body of evidence, and you are going to hear that from our experts today that paints a very grim picture of disproportionate suffering among Christians, where, again, families are torn apart, clergy is repeatedly assassinated, and entire congregations, church congregations,” Waltz said. “Folks, we have an entire faith that is being erased. One bullet at a time, one torched Bible at a time.” Rapper Nicki Minaj also spoke at the event, saying she wanted to speak out against injustice and stand up for people who are persecuted for their beliefs. “In Nigeria, Christians are being targeted, driven from...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU POSTPONES TRIP TO G20 AND AU-EU SUMMITS FOR FURTHER SECURITY BRIEFINGS, DIRECTS MILITARY, POLICE TO DEPLOY MORE MEN TO KWARA   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his scheduled trip to Johannesburg, South Africa and  Luanda, Angola, as he awaits further security briefings on the kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls and the attack on Christ Apostolic Church worshippers in Eruku, Kwara State.   In response to the request by the governor of Kwara State, President Tinubu has ordered the deployment of more security men to Eruku and the entire Ekiti Local Government Area of the state, and directed the police to go after the bandits who attacked worshippers.    President Tinubu was scheduled to leave Abuja today to attend the 20th G20 Summit of leaders in South Africa and thereafter proceed to Luanda to attend the 7th AU-EU Summit.   Disturbed by the security breaches in Kebbi State and Tuesday's attack by bandits again...

 PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES NEW APPOINTMENTS IN KEY AGENCIES; MUKHTAR SHAGARI NEW CHAIRMAN NIWA President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointments in key government agencies. The Executive Secretary of Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), Musa Sarkin Adar, has been redeployed, and Mukhtar Shehu Shagari has been appointed as the new Chairman of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). In a statement, President Tinubu urged the newly appointed officials to be patriotic and leverage their experience to drive transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery. The appointments take immediate effect.

 Deputy Senate President Mourns Senator Okey Ezea The death has been announced of Senator Okey Ezea representhing Enugu North Senatorial district, after a brief illness. In a statement, Deputy President of the Senate, Barau  Jibrin,  mourns  Senator  Ezea,  who died in Lagos, Tuesday. The late Senator Ezra,  a lawyer and businessman, was elected on the Labour Party platform to represent Enugu North Senatorial District during the 2023 general elections. Senator Barau, in the condolence statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, extolled the virtues of the late lawmaker, describing him as a pan-Nigerian politician.  He said the late lawmaker, who  until his demise was the Vice Chairman of both the Senate Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa and NEPAD, and the Senate Committee on Culture and Creative Economy, contributed immensely to the promotion of unity and progress in the country.

 TRIAL OF DSS-CAPTURED ANSARU TERROR SUSPECTS BEGINS JANUARY 2026. A federal high court sitting in Abuja has adjourned the commencement of trial of two leaders of the Ansaru terrorist group, Mahmud Usman and Abubakar Abba, captured by the Department of State Services to january 15, 2026. The trial judge, justice Emeka Nwite gave the order following pleas by counsel to the defendants for time to enable him to be served with the charges, and to study the counts' proof of evidence.  The defence counsel told the court that the charge and proof of evidence were still with the DSS where the terror suspects were being detained on the orders of the court.  The lawyer prayed the court that the two defendants be moved to a correctional centre to enable easy access and ensure prompt and hitch-free trial.  Prosecution counsel, David Kaswe, opposed the prayers of the defence counsel.  He said that protocol in the DSS required the defendant's lawyer to write to the agency see...

 Danko-Wasagu LG Chairman Denies U.S. Lawmaker’s Claims On Maga School Girls, Says All Are Muslims; Releases Names The Chairman of Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi state, Hussaini Aliyu, has dismissed a claim credited to U.S. lawmaker Riley Moore alleging that the abduction of the Maga school girls took place in a Christian enclave. Aliyu clarified that all the abducted school girls are Muslims, describing the comment as misleading and capable of sowing unnecessary religious tension at a time when government efforts are focused on securing the girls’ release. He stressed that the Zuru Emirate, under which Maga community falls, has a long history of peaceful coexistence and has never experienced religious crises. He therefore urged the U.S. lawmaker to refrain from making unverified statements that portray Nigeria negatively or undermine national unity. Released names are as follows: Senior Secondary School 2A 1. Fatima Sani Zimri 2. ⁠Hafsat Ibrahim 3. ⁠Nana Firdausi Jibr...

 SECURITY ADVISORY TO NDI ANAMBRA ON THE EMBER MONTHS AS THE YEAR DRAWS TO A CLOSE FROM THE DESK OF THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE, ANAMBRA STATE. As the year gradually comes to an end and activities across Anambra State increase during the Ember Months, the Anambra State Police Command wishes to issue this important Security Advisory to residents, visitors, business owners, and road users across the State. The Ember Months -  September to December are typically associated with heightened commercial activities, increased movement of people and goods, festivities, and unfortunately, a rise in opportunistic criminal activities. The State Commissioner of Police CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc minps PhD has stated that the Command, remains fully committed to ensuring the safety, peace, and security of Ndi Anambra throughout this period and beyond. The Operatives of the Command has intensified visibility policing, highway patrols, stop-and-search operations, and intelligence-driven raids on iden...

 LeBron James sets new milestone as he leads Lakers past Jazz  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - Deandre Ayton summed it up simply after sharing the court with LeBron James for the first time: “He makes life easy, with his passing and his IQ.” That sentiment spread quickly through the locker room as LeBron returned from a 14-game absence caused by sciatica and immediately looked nothing like a 40-year-old easing back into the season. In his first game of the year, he delivered an 11-point, 12-assist double-double, slicing apart Utah’s defense with sharp, precise passing. Ayton said he often didn’t realize LeBron even saw his cuts until the ball was already in his hands, describing the ease of playing alongside someone with such elite court vision. With LeBron back, the Lakers surged in the second half and secured a 140-126 win. Luka Doncic posted 37 points and 10 assists in another standout performance, but the night belonged to LeBron, who spoke afterward about the emotional weight o...

 20 dead, over 100 injured in Russian airborne attacks on Ukraine  At least 20 people were killed and more than 100 others injured after Russian forces launched a massive overnight assault on Ukraine, deploying over 500 drones and missiles across multiple regions. The deadliest attack struck the western city of Ternopil, about 70 miles southeast of Lviv, where a nine-story apartment building was almost completely destroyed. Twenty people were killed and 66 were injured, including 16 children, according to Ukraine’s Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko. Footage from the site showed the building reduced to rubble above the third floor. Emergency crews continued searching the wreckage Wednesday morning, while local authorities advised residents to remain indoors and keep windows closed due to toxic gases and airborne particulates measuring six times normal levels. Surrounding provinces, including Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Khmelnytskyi, were also targeted, with attacks hitting energy,...

  Singer D4vd identified as suspect in death of 15-year-old found in car trunk, LAPD source says Singer D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, has been named a suspect in the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was discovered in a vehicle he owned, according to a Los Angeles Police Department source familiar with the investigation. Burke has not been charged with any crime at this time. Authorities believe the teen likely died in the spring, and the source indicated Burke may have had assistance in dismembering and disposing of the body. Hernandez’s remains were found on Sept. 8 in the trunk of a Tesla at a Los Angeles impound lot. The car had been towed after being parked for several weeks, suggesting she may have been deceased for some time before discovery. Hernandez had been reported missing from Lake Elsinore, California, last year, with her last confirmed sighting on April 5, 2024. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Department has deferred the determ...

 Obamacare tax credits set to expire after Trump rules out extension House Republicans are facing a looming health care crisis as billions in Affordable Care Act (ACA) funding are set to expire on Dec. 31, potentially causing premiums to soar for an estimated 22 million Americans. At a closed-door meeting Tuesday, Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-Va.), a swing district lawmaker, urged her colleagues to extend the expiring subsidies, which cap premiums for benchmark ACA plans at 8.5% of income. Kiggans proposed a one-year stopgap extension, but only 14 Republicans have signed on, and her appeal received a lukewarm response. President Donald Trump and other GOP leaders have made clear they oppose continuing the ACA subsidies in their current form, calling for alternatives that would give the funds directly to individuals through options like health savings accounts or direct payments. Party leadership criticized the ACA during Tuesday’s meeting and encouraged members to craft alternative proposal...

The Married at First Sight New Zealand family is mourning the sudden passing of beloved Season 1 groom Andrew Jury, who was just 33 years old. Andrew was found unresponsive in his cell at Mt Eden Corrections Facility on June 27, 2024, only hours before a scheduled court appearance. Despite immediate efforts to help him, he could not be revived. Authorities have stated the circumstances are not being treated as suspicious. His heartbroken co-stars Brett and Angel Renall, and Benjamin Blackwell shared the devastating news with fans, remembering Andrew as the life of every gathering—always friendly, outgoing, and full of energy. They wrote, “It’s with the heaviest hearts we’ve ever felt that our brother passed away… He will be deeply missed.” Andrew appeared on the very first season of MAFS NZ in 2017, where he was matched with Vicky Gleeson-Stokes. The couple stayed together until the end of the experiment but later went their separate ways. His sudden passing has left family, friends, a...

 Georgia Harrison, known from Love Island, has received mixed feedback from fellow parents after sharing a few newborn tips on social media just weeks after welcoming her baby girl. In a recent video, the new mum showed some practical ideas she’s been using, including placing puppy training pads underneath regular changing mats for easier clean-ups. While many viewers appreciated the real-life suggestions, others expressed concern that the pads (designed for pets) might not be suitable for a baby’s delicate skin, even when used as an extra layer. Georgia quickly responded in the comments, explaining she’s a first-time mum still figuring things out and that the pads are only used beneath proper changing mats, never in direct contact with her daughter. She asked for kindness during this learning phase and thanked everyone sharing their own experiences. The discussion has highlighted how quickly parenting choices can spark debate online, especially for public figures. Many fans have s...

 MAFS UK Star Devastated After Car Broken Into Outside Her Home A well-known star from Married at First Sight UK has shared that she’s been left deeply shaken after her car was broken into and badly damaged late at night, right outside her own home. She described the moment she discovered the incident as overwhelming, saying she was “shaken to my core.” Police and forensics attended the scene to investigate the break-in. The reality TV personality has spoken openly about how upsetting the experience has been, highlighting the violation of having something so personal targeted on her own doorstep. Fans have been sending messages of kindness and understanding during this difficult time.

 Former TOWIE star Harry Lee has said goodbye to the UK and reality TV, moving to Dubai to begin a new chapter with a regular job in luxury real estate. The 30-year-old, known for his time on The Only Way Is Essex since 2019, shared that he simply needed a fresh start. He’s now swapped the cameras for selling high-end properties in one of the world’s most glamorous cities. The move comes over a year after his relationship with Love Island’s Samie Elishi came to an end. The couple, who started dating in early 2024, parted ways amicably after growing apart. Friends and former co-stars have shown their support, with many praising Harry’s decision to step away from fame and build a new life abroad. Wishing Harry all the best in this exciting next chapter!  

 EFCC  Arraigns  Lawyer for False Information The Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned a lawyer, Steve Adamu before Justice Darius Khobo of the Kaduna State High Court, sitting in Kaduna State on a one-count charge of false information peddling. The charge reads: "That you Barrister Steve Adamu (m) on or about the 15th day of September, 2022 in Kaduna, Kaduna State, within the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court, committed an offence to wit: wilfully gave false information to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, which information was used to carry out investigation on your complaint to the Commission, which information you knew to be false and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 16(1) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (Establishment) Act, 2004 and punishable under Section 16(2) of the same Act.  He pleaded “not guilty”, prompting the prosecution counsel, M.E. Eimonye to a...

 £15,000 Fraud: Man Bags 50-Year Jail Term in Lagos Justice Ismail Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, convicted and sentenced one Osaibovo Charles to a total of 50 years’ imprisonment for offences bordering on conspiracy, obtaining money by false pretence, stealing, possession of fraudulent documents and money laundering. Charles was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate I of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a six-count charge bordering on the fraudulent collection of £15,000 from one Miss Shenika Garati. He deceived the victim by impersonating a popular Nigerian actor,  Fredrick Leonard, claiming the funds were needed for a movie production in Nigeria. One of the charges read that : “Charles Osaigbovo and Charles Evans Osaigbovo (deceased), in June 2022, in Lagos, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, with intent to defraud, conspired to obtain the sum of £38,000 (Thirty-Eight Thousand Poun...

 New UNIZIK Vice-Chancellor Inspects Students’ Hostels, Abandoned Projects, Orders Immediate Intervention The Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Professor Ugochukwu Bond Stanley Anyaehie, on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, embarked on an inspection tour of students’ hostels to obtain first-hand information on their living conditions. The visit, coming shortly after his assumption of office as the substantive Vice-Chancellor, covered key hostels including the Prof. Dora Akunyili Hostel for female students and the Basil Oli Hostel for male students. During the inspection, students led by Comrade Samuel Chinazam highlighted pressing needs affecting their daily life on campus, particularly poor power supply and the burden of internet subscription. Responding promptly, Professor Anyaehie approved free WiFi subscription with immediate effect and assured the students that concrete steps would be taken to improve power supply across the hostels. The Vice-Chancellor emphasized ...

 Eswatini received $5.1 million to accept US deportees, minister says Eswatini received $5.1 million from the U.S. government under a deal to accept third-country nationals deported by the Trump administration, its finance minister said on Tuesday. Eswatini is among several African nations that agreed to receive third-country deportees as part of President Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration. Others include South Sudan, Ghana and Rwanda. Details of the agreements have not been disclosed, and Eswatini's government is facing a lawsuit from human rights lawyers who claim the secretive deal was unconstitutional. Finance Minister Neal Rijkenberg confirmed the $5.1 million figure in a text message but declined to give further details, saying the transaction was handled by the prime minister and that he was unaware of it until afterwards. Reuters has seen an unverified copy of the agreement which both governments have so far declined to comment on. The document, signed on ...

 China's premier Li Qiang to start landmark Zambia visit Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to visit Zambia on Wednesday, the first such visit in 28 years, with the modernisation of the main railway linking Zambia’s copper belt to the Dar es Salaam port in Tanzania high on the agenda, Reuters reported. China has already approved a massive refurbishment of the Tanzania-Zambia (Tazara) Railway that is widely seen as a counter to the US/EU-backed Lobito Corridor. It financed the line in the 1970s to reach Zambia's vast copper deposits through Tanzania on Africa's east coast and is continuing to invest as the West builds up its route to the country via Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Premier Li Qiang's arrival in Lusaka is part of a push to deepen China's presence in the copper-rich country as Europe and the US vie to become alternative benefactors now that Zambia's $13.4 billion in debt is on a more sustainable repayment plan. Largest creditor China i...