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 OSCAR BRAVO PRODUCTIONS ANNOUNCES NEW NATIONAL SOCIAL IMPACT PROJECT — VOICE OF OUR SOCIETY Lagos, Nigeria — Oscar Bravo Productions, the renowned creative company and publishers of the widely celebrated Blissful Affairs Magazine, is pleased to introduce its latest national social responsibility initiative titled Voice of Our Society — an emerging platform dedicated to promoting awareness, advocacy, and community transformation across Nigeria. The new project, convened by Adaobi Promise Enekwa, has been established to address some of the nation’s most pressing issues, spotlighting what the organization describes as “Society’s Silent Killers.” These silent killers range from drug abuse, fake drugs, mental health neglect, reckless driving, environmental hazards, insecurity, and other hidden dangers affecting everyday Nigerians. As part of the early awareness phase, Voice of Our Society will be rolling out public education materials, online engagement content, advocacy visits, and pa...

 Kebbi Govt Donates 10 Hilux Vehicles to Boost Security on Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway  The Kebbi State Government has handed over 10 brand-new Hilux vehicles to the Federal Ministry of Works to strengthen security for personnel working on the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway project. The vehicles were formally received by the Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, who praised Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasiru Idris (Kauran Gwandu), for the donation. Goronyo described the gesture as a clear demonstration of the state government’s commitment to protecting workers and contractors on the strategic highway corridor. He explained that the vehicles will be deployed exclusively to security operatives providing cover for construction teams along the section of the super highway passing through Kebbi State. The Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway is a multi-state infrastructure project aimed at improving connectivity and economic activities across northern and southern Nigeria. More...

 The Deputy Governor of Kaduna state Hadiza Balarabe has participated at a virtual meeting of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (#UNODC) The Deputy Governor says the invitation reflects the strong and growing partnership between UNODC and Kaduna State, a partnership that has supported the efforts to confront the complex challenges of substance use with clarity, compassion and courage as for many years, the global response to substance use disorder has relied heavily on punishment.  This approach filled  prisons but failed to heal our communities. That is why  Kaduna State is  choosing another path. recognizing  that the cycle of addiction and incarceration is not a moral failure. It is a public health challenge that demands a humane, integrated answer. That answer is what we call “The Kaduna Model”. A foundation rests firmly on human rights replacing restrictive colonial-era laws with the Kaduna State Mental Health Bill, which affirms mental heal...

 Chinese Ambassador visits President Tinubu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received in audience the Chinese Ambassador, H.E. Mr Yu Dunhai, and another official of the embassy , Mr Zhu Songbo, on Friday. Photo State House.  More details later and more photos below. 

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Tinubu constitutes the boards of NADF, Bank of Agriculture and UBEC President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the constitution of the boards of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura, appointed in July, continues to serve as chair of the UBEC Board. Uchendu Ikechi Mbaegbulem has been appointed to represent the South East, while Gift Ngo represents the South South. Mrs Ibiwunmi Akinnola will represent the South West on the board, Dr Meiro Mandara the North East, Dr Abdu Imam Saulawa the North West, and Professor Paul Ibukun-Olu Bolorunduro the North Central. The chairman and members of the board shall hold office for a term of four years in the first instance. President Tinubu confirmed the appointments of Muhammad Babangida as chairman and Ayo Sotinrin as managing director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), as previously an...

 Congo fighting flares within hours of Trump's peace deal ceremony Fighting raged in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Friday, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Congolese and Rwandan leaders in Washington to sign new deals aimed at ending years of conflict in a region rich in minerals. Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwanda's Paul Kagame on Thursday reaffirmed commitments to a U.S.-brokered deal reached in June to stabilise the vast country and open the way for more Western mining investment, Reuters reported. "We're settling a war that's been going on for decades," said Trump, whose administration has intervened in a string of conflicts around the world to burnish his credentials as a peacemaker and advance U.S. business interests. On the ground however, fierce fighting continued with the warring sides blaming one another. The Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 rebel group, which seized the two largest cities in eastern Congo earlier this ye...

 Theodor Pištěk, Czech Oscar-winning costume designer, dies at 93  Theodor Pištěk, the celebrated Czech costume and stage designer, painter, and Academy Award winner best known for his work on the film Amadeus, has died at the age of 93. He passed away on Wednesday at his home in the town of Mukařov, east of Prague, with the news confirmed by his family. Born Oct. 25, 1932, in Prague to parents who were both actors, Pištěk grew up immersed in the arts and later graduated from Prague’s Academy of Fine Arts in 1958. He began building his reputation in Czech cinema in the late 1950s, creating striking historical costumes for films directed by František Vláčil, including Marketa Lazarová and The Valley of the Bees, which are now regarded as classics of Czech filmmaking. Pištěk’s international breakthrough came through his longtime collaboration with director Miloš Forman, whom he befriended during their mandatory military service in communist Czechoslovakia. Despite Forman emigrat...

Russia tightens control of online communications with FaceTime restrictions Russian authorities announced new restrictions this week on Apple’s video calling service FaceTime, marking another escalation in the government’s long-running campaign to tighten control over online communications. The country’s state internet regulator claimed the platform was being used to organize terrorist activity, recruit individuals for crimes, commit fraud, and carry out other illegal acts. Alongside the FaceTime restrictions, officials confirmed that the messaging app Snapchat has also been blocked, a move that was quietly carried out in early October but only publicly disclosed now. Apple has not publicly responded to the allegations. These steps come as Russia continues to expand its digital crackdown following years of growing pressure on foreign tech companies and online platforms. Since the start of the war in Ukraine in 2022, the government has steadily restricted public access to global social ...

NFL requires all stadium playing surfaces to meet new safety standards by 2028 The NFL announced that by the start of the 2028 season, all stadium playing surfaces must meet new, enhanced standards developed through extensive lab and field testing. The initiative, outlined by NFL field director Nick Pappas on Thursday, aims to provide each team with a “library of approved and accredited NFL fields” ahead of next season. New fields will need to meet these standards immediately, and teams will have two years to bring existing surfaces—whether natural grass, synthetic, or hybrid—into compliance. Pappas explained that artificial surfaces are typically replaced every two to three years, while natural fields can be refreshed multiple times within a season. The approval process involves rigorous testing overseen by a joint committee with the NFL Players Association. Tools like the BEAST, which replicates player movements, and the STRIKE Impact Tester, which measures field firmness, will help ...

 Putin and Modi meet, announce expansion of Russia-India trade ties despite US pressure  Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Friday at the 23rd Russia-India Summit in New Delhi, agreeing to expand economic and strategic ties as the United States pressures India to reassess its long-standing partnership with Moscow. The summit highlights India’s efforts to balance relations with both Russia and the West amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The leaders announced a new economic cooperation program running through 2030, aimed at diversifying bilateral trade and boosting annual commerce to $100 billion. Energy cooperation remains a cornerstone of the partnership, with Russia pledging uninterrupted fuel supplies to support India’s growing economy. Bilateral trade totaled $68.7 billion in the last fiscal year, with India seeking to narrow its trade deficit by increasing exports. Putin also noted progress on a potential free trade zone between Indi...

Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, Mortal Kombat actor, dead at 75   Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa, the Japanese-American actor famed for his role as the villainous sorcerer Shang Tsung in the "Mortal Kombat" franchise, passed away Thursday in Santa Barbara at the age of 75. Tagawa died from complications of a stroke while surrounded by his children, his family confirmed. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he appeared in over 150 film, television, and video game projects, beginning with an uncredited role in John Carpenter's 1986 cult classic "Big Trouble in Little China." His breakthrough came in 1987 with Bernardo Bertolucci's "The Last Emperor," which won nine Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and helped establish him as a formidable presence in film, often in villainous or martial arts-focused roles. He is best remembered for portraying Shang Tsung in the 1995 "Mortal Kombat" film, reprising the role in the 1997 sequel "Mortal Kombat...

 Arizona sues Temu over alleged deceptive and unfair business practices Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has filed a lawsuit against Temu, the Chinese-based online shopping platform, alleging violations of the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act. The suit claims Temu engaged in unlawful data collection, privacy violations, and counterfeiting of some of Arizona’s most recognizable brands. According to Mayes, Temu’s app poses significant privacy risks to Arizonans, including minors. She stated that the platform can allegedly infect users’ devices with malware to collect private information while evading detection. The complaint, filed in Maricopa County Superior Court, asserts that Temu lures customers with low prices but secretly collects sensitive data such as precise location, microphone and camera access, and private activity on other apps, all without consent. The lawsuit also claims the app can modify its own code after download, potentially allowing it to exploit personal data or co...

Ralph Lauren reveals Team USA uniforms for Olympic ceremonies Team USA will make a stylish entrance and exit at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, sporting new uniforms unveiled by Ralph Lauren for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies. This marks the brand’s 10th consecutive Olympics as the official outfitter for U.S. athletes. For the Opening Ceremony at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, Team USA will wear an all-white ensemble featuring a wool coat with wooden toggles, a wool American flag turtleneck sweater, and wool trousers. The Closing Ceremony look at Verona Arena is more colorful, inspired by vintage ski racing kits, and includes a color-blocked puffer jacket, a patriotic wool sweater, and white utility pants. Both uniforms are completed with intarsia knit hats and mittens, leather belts, and suede alpine boots, all manufactured in the U.S. The Ralph Lauren Team USA Collection will be available for purchase starting December 4 at select Ralph Lauren stores, department stores, and online. T...

Netflix to buy Warner Bros. film studio and streaming service for $72 billion Netflix has reached an agreement to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery’s film studio and streaming business in a deal valued at $72 billion. The acquisition will unite two major forces in entertainment, combining Warner’s iconic film and television properties—including HBO Max and DC Studios—with Netflix’s global streaming platform and original productions such as “Stranger Things” and “Squid Game.” The deal, structured as a combination of cash and stock, values Warner shares at $27.75 each, giving the transaction a total enterprise value of around $82.7 billion. Completion of the acquisition is expected after Warner separates its Discovery Global cable networks into a new publicly traded company, currently planned for the third quarter of 2026.

  The accompaning video, trended a couple of days ago. It is testament to the fact that Nigerian social media space has become one of the most unregulated in the world.  Laying very serious allegations have become a common trait to attract millions of views without recourse to the damaging effects on the people involved. Knowing that there could be evasion of consequences because they can easily prey on the emotions of Nigerians encourages this deviant behavior. This case and many others has now clearly justified the urgent need for the social media bill in the national assembly. You can’t lie to make money and turn around to apologize after criminally defaming and hurting people. It is time for social media companies to be mandated to open offices in Nigeria and to take responsibility for what they allow on their platforms. If landlords are being threatened with punishments for actions of their tenants who are yahoo boys, what stops social media companies from being held resp...

 Young man who accused Senator Ned Nwoko of plotting to harm Regina Daniels breaks down in new video, says it was “just content” The young TikTok user who went viral after accusing Senator Ned Nwoko of allegedly asking him to k*ll Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has now released a tearful apology, claiming the entire allegation was “just content.” In the  video, the young man—who identifies himself as “Liar of TikTok”—went on his knees begging the senator for forgiveness, insisting he never expected the situation to escalate. According to him, the original full video wasn’t posted, and the edited clip circulating online has now put him in serious trouble. He repeatedly begged: “Good morning sir, I am very, very sorry. Please forgive me. It was content. I didn’t know it would reach this level… I have nobody. No father, no mother. Please sir, I’m begging you with the God you serve. Forgive me.”

 Terrifying moment mistress nearly plunges to her death from 10th floor window while escaping from lover’s wife A woman was filmed clinging to the outside of a high rise building in China as she tried to escape being discovered by her lover’s wife, in a dramatic incident that has drawn widespread attention online. Residents in Guangdong province watched in disbelief as the woman dangled from a tenth floor balcony, appearing at moments to lose her grip. Footage shows a shirtless man speaking to her through a window before retreating inside. Holding her phone, she begins lowering herself toward the floor below, using drainpipes and narrow ledges to steady herself. The video shows her sliding down a water pipe and knocking urgently on a neighbour’s window. The occupant eventually opens up and pulls her to safety. Local reports say a married man pushed his mistress out onto the balcony in a panic when his wife unexpectedly returned home, forcing her to attempt the perilous escape. The ...

 Panda Express to pay $1 million in California CO2 settlement Panda Express has agreed to pay approximately $1 million in a settlement in Riverside County, California, resolving claims related to the handling of carbon dioxide at its restaurants. The judgment includes civil penalties, supplemental environmental projects, and reimbursement of costs. California authorities alleged that Panda Express, which operates around 500 locations in the state, did not properly train employees on safely handling carbon dioxide or detecting leaks from tanks and soda fountain lines, as required by state law. Businesses are also required to notify local authorities once such training is completed. Officials noted that while carbon dioxide is commonly used and safe when handled correctly, improper handling can displace oxygen in the air, posing serious health risks or even death. Prior to the settlement, Panda Express updated its training and reporting practices. Under the agreement, the company wil...

 Harrison Gwamnishu is in police custody, and if he comes out and does not say the truth, I will have to do it myself - Verydarkman  Content creator/influencer VeryDarkMan (VDM) has disclosed that he personally initiated the chain of events that led to the arrest of activist Harrison Gwamnishu in Benin. According to VDM, he received calls immediately after the Auchi couple kidnapped incident and made further inquiries, which  confirmed that Gwamnishu had taken money meant for the ransom of those couple. VDM stated that based on the information he obtained, he contacted the police, resulting in Gwamnishu’s arrest. He added that the activist is currently in police custody and has already returned the money in question. Expressing strong disappointment, VDM explained that he initially considered overlooking the issue but changed his mind after seeing a video released by Gwamnishu, which he described as an attempt to “gaslight the public” and “manipulate everyone emotionally....

 Anambra Government targets mineral resources for economic, industrial development The Anambra State government said it is stepping up efforts to harness the State’s abundant mineral resources to boost Nigeria’s economic and industrial development. Speaking in an interview in Awka, the Managing Director of Anambra State Solid Mineral Development Company Limited, Professor Charles Ofoegbu, said the State is richly endowed with a variety of commercially valuable minerals that could significantly contribute to agriculture, infrastructure, and industrial growth. Ofoegbu noted that illegal mining activities remain a major challenge, with multiple unregulated bodies collecting revenues outside the law. “The existence of several regulatory organs imposing compliance arbitrarily, without certification from the Council of Mining Engineers and Geoscientists (COMEG), has created inefficiencies and revenue leakages,” he said. He explained that the recent Solid Mineral Reforms are designed to r...

 Anambra Football Association announces date for local football councils’ election The Executive Committee of the Anambra State Football Association (ANSFA) has approved December 17 and 18, 2025, as official dates for elections into the Local Football Councils (LFCs) and to fill existing vacancies on the State FA Board. The decisions were reached during the committee’s virtual meeting held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. In its resolutions contained in a communiqué signed by Mr Ralph Chidozie George (Chairman) and Mr Ralph Nweke (Secretary), the Board congratulated Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo and Deputy Governor Onyekachukwu Ibezim on their re-election, expressing appreciation for their continued support for football development in the state. The committee also reviewed the expiration of the tenure of Local Football Councils and noted four unfilled positions on the State FA Board. It resolved to conduct the required elections in line with directives from the Nigeria Football F...

 Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno has appointed Pastor Joe Linus as Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Religious Matters.  Pastor Linus served as Chief of Staff to revered man of God, Rev (Dr) Uma Ukpai for over 35 years until his demise in October.  The appointment takes effect from January 2026.

 EFCC Arraigns Company Manager for Failure to Appoint Compliance Desk Officer  The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abuja Zonal Directorate on Wednesday December, 3, 2025, arraigned a company compliance officer,  Orbby Vanessa Agwuncha, before  Justice O.A. Egwuata of the Federal High Court,  Abuja, for failure to appoint a compliance desk officer and develop programmes to combat money laundering and other illegal financial acts She was arraigned on a two-count charge bordering on money laundering. One of the charges read: ''That you, ORBBY VANESSA AGWUNCHA (trading under the name, and style of Bill Interserve Global), a Designated Non Financial Business and Profession, DNFBPs,  sometimes between 26th September, 2023  to 30th October 2023, in Abuja, within the jurisdiction of Honorable Court failed to develop programmes to combat money laundering and other illegal acts, to wit: failure to designate at management level, a compliance offi...

 NIGERIA POLICE WOMEN @ 70: IGP SHOWERS ENCOMIUMS ON FEMALE OFFICERS, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVE SECURITY The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, today joined female officers of the Nigeria Police Force to declare open the “Nigeria Police Women @ 70” celebrations, an event honouring seven decades of exceptional courage, service, resilience, and leadership by women in the Force. In his address, the IGP paid glowing tribute to generations of female police officers who, since the enlistment of the first set of women in 1955, have remained at the forefront of professionalism and dedication to national security. He noted that their courage, integrity, and operational excellence have not only strengthened policing in Nigeria but have also deepened public trust and advanced the NPF’s commitment to inclusive and people-centered law enforcement. The IGP highlighted several gender-responsive reforms championed under his leadership, including expanded ca...

 Burkina Faso frees aid workers arrested for 'spying' Eight members of the International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) have been freed by the Burkina Faso authorities after being arrested over accusations of spying, INSO announced Friday. Burkina Faso's government revoked the authorisation of 21 NGOs working in the country in July, including Netherlands-based INSO. "INSO welcomes the safe release of our colleagues, and appreciate the support that made this possible," the organisation said in a statement, AFP reports. The arrests occurred from July but were only announced by the government in early October. INSO clarified Friday that its staff had been released at the end of October. The eight members included a Frenchman, a French-Senegalese woman, a Czech man, a Malian and four Burkinabe nationals. Espionage claims Burkinabe authorities had claimed INSO had collected and passed on sensitive security information about the country to foreign powers, and that its m...

 Sheikh Gumi Prays For Exposure Of Terror Sponsors, Sympathisers In Nigeria Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called on Allah to expose and punish those who sponsor or sympathise with terrorism in Nigeria. In a prayer shared on Facebook on Thursday, Gumi urged divine wrath on anyone benefiting from terrorism, supporting terrorists, or rejoicing in acts of violence. He stated: "My prayer today: Ya Allah! Whoever initiated or is behind this insecurity and bloodshed in Nigeria, whether foreign or local, or gains materially or otherwise, or even takes pleasure in the killing of people, or willingly does nothing to stop it, may You expose them by Your divine power and pour Your anger upon them, punishing them immediately without harming the innocent." The controversial cleric, often criticised on social media for alleged closeness to bandits, has repeatedly denied such claims. He emphasises his readiness to assist authorities in ending banditry, including through dialogue when ...

 LAGOS RETAINS NUMBER ONE POSITION IN SUB-NATIONAL RANKING ON SGBV PREVENTION AND RESPONSE Lagos State has once again secured its place as the leading state in Nigeria for the prevention and response to Sexual and Gender-Based violence, marking the third consecutive year it has held this position. The yearly sub-national ranking, conducted by Invictus Africa with support from the Ford Foundation, is entirely data-driven and assesses performance across four key pillars: prevention and awareness, support services, law and policy, and budget spending. Receiving the award on behalf of the State, the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency, Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, expressed appreciation to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for providing strong political backing that continues to strengthen the State’s coordinated response. She also acknowledged the residents of Lagos for embracing the State’s zero tolerance message and ...

 OPM FOUNDER SPOILS STUDENTS WITH SHOPPING SPREE AHEAD OF SEMESTER BREAK 5th December, 2025 Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere treated students of the OPM Free Secondary School to a shopping trip today, giving those in the free boarding facility a chance to head home with essentials for their families. The outing, according to the church, was meant to ease the burden on parents and allow the children share items with loved ones during the break. OPM Free Secondary School celebrated as Nigeria’s only institution offering both free education and free boarding runs entirely on tithes, offerings, donations, Apostle Chibuzor’s private business earnings, and contributions from OPM Free School partners around the world. More photos below. 

 VIO OFFICERS IN MAKURDI ACCUSED OF DEFYING COURT ORDER, HARASSING MOTORISTS 5th December, 2025   Residents in Makurdi are raising fresh concerns after Vehicle Inspection Officers were reportedly seen stopping cars and issuing fines despite a recent Court of Appeal ruling barring such roadside operations. The incident happened Friday near Padopas School in High Level, where witnesses say VIO personnel set up an unmarked checkpoint, impounded vehicles, and demanded payments without any official patrol vehicle present. The move has sparked anger among motorists, who described the operation as unlawful and dismissive of the court’s directive. “This is a criminal offence after yesterday’s Court of Appeal judgement,” a witness said, urging authorities to step in and stop what many now call an “illegal levy” on drivers in Benue State. Concerned citizens are calling on the Benue State Commissioner for Transport and other enforcement bodies to investigate the officers’ conduct. T...

  Nigeria Targets Stronger Domestic Funding to Achieve Universal Health Coverage The Nigerian government has announced plans to bolster domestic resource mobilization for healthcare as international grants and donor aid continue to decline, emphasizing the need for greater local ownership to attain Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Speaking at the 9th Annual Health Conference of the Association of Nigerian Health Journalists (ANHeJ), Dr. Salma Ibrahim Anas, Special Adviser to the President on Health, said sustainable financing must come primarily from within the country to ensure accountability and long-term progress. Key measures highlighted include: Strengthening the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF); Expanding financial protection mechanisms under the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act; Introducing innovative revenue streams, such as the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) Tax. Stakeholders at the conference stressed that state governments must take greater respons...

 A 78-year-old Texas woman was feeding ducks in the park when she fell victim to a vicious goose attack.  A Texas woman was enjoying the day at the City Lake Park in Royse City on Monday when an unexpected attack sent her to the Dallas Trauma Center with multiple injuries. As part of her daily routine, Mrs. West feeds the ducks in the park, however, on this day, a gaggle of geese decided they deserved all of the food. The geese quickly became ultra aggressive and began to attack Mrs. West for the food. The goose attack caused her to fall hard on the ground where the geese continued their attack.  Fortunately, a couple walking in the park witnessed the attack. They were able to run the geese off before calling 911. Mrs. West ultimately suffered multiple breaks to her pelvis and internal bleeding. Her son  David West has reported his mother has a long road to recovery. She will require extensive physical therapy and have to re-learn how to walk after the incident. This...

 A deer in Pennsylvania was spray painted to identify it as a pet. I can only imagine the confusion on a hunter's face if he saw this deer. Authorities in West Cornwall Township are investigating after a peculiar deer was spotted walking near a local business. Officers with the Cornwall Borough Police Department were made aware of the special deer on Saturday, November 30th. They reported the deer had the word "PET" spray painted in bright orange on its side.  The deer showed no signs of fear when officers approached and was not even startled by the officers' emergency sirens. A local game warden says he believes the deer was likely raised as a pet before being released after it grew too large. However, its previous owner was worried it would be an easy target for hunters due to it having no fear of humans. Which the game warden completely understands and respects.  They would like to remind the public that it is illegal to keep a deer as a pet.  They ask for anyone ...

 Second Suspect Arrested in Tolwe Farm Murder and Robbery Case • A 30-year-old suspect was arrested in the early hours of Thursday, 04 December 2025 at Shongoane 01, Lephalale. • The arrest is linked to the murder and robbery incident that occurred at a farm in Tolwe policing area.   • This comes days after the first suspect was arrested on Tuesday, 02 December 2025. • The arrests followed a coordinated operation by the Provincial Murder and Robbery Unit, Tolwe and Mokopane Detectives, Bosbeld Misdaad Ondersoeke, and Bosveld Plaasbeveiliging Security Companies. • During the incident, 77-year-old Mr. Attie Mahne was found tied up and unconscious in his farmhouse and was declared dead at the scene by EMS. • Police recovered a firearm believed to be stolen. • The second suspect will appear before Senwabarwana Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 05 December 2025. • The first suspect, Hendrick Chimule, appeared at Tolwe periodical court and his case was postponed to 29 January 2026; he r...