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 STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU'S MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCE TO CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE AND HER FAMILY   With a deep sense of grief, I condole with Ms Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, and the entire family on the passing of their son, Nkanu Nnamdi.   As a parent myself who has suffered the loss of a loved one, no grief is as devastating as losing a child.   I empathise with the family at this difficult time, and I mourn this sad loss with them.   Ms Adichie is a literary icon who has brought joy and light to many homes globally, and I pray she and her family find strength in the Almighty in this trying hour.   My prayers are with the family.   Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Federal Republic of Nigeria January 8, 2026

 Acclaimed country music songwriter Jim McBride passed away on January 6 at the age of 78.  The Huntsville, Alabama native was best known for co-writing some of country music's most beloved hits with Alan Jackson, including the iconic "Chattahoochee" and "Chasin' That Neon Rainbow." McBride was a member of both the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. His songs were recorded by country music legends including Johnny Cash, George Jones, Reba McEntire, Alabama, Willie Nelson, Randy Travis, and many more. Throughout his career, McBride wrote five number one songs and earned a CMA Song of the Year Award for "Chattahoochee" in 1994. His partnership with Alan Jackson in the 1990s produced some of the decade's most memorable country songs.

 U.S to leave 66 international organizations, signaling deeper retreat from global cooperation The Trump administration announced it will withdraw from 66 international organizations, including U.N. agencies focused on climate, population, and labor, as part of a broader retreat from global cooperation. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday suspending U.S. support for the agencies, commissions, and partnerships after a review of all international involvement and funding. Officials said the decision targets organizations they view as redundant, mismanaged, or pursuing agendas contrary to U.S. interests. Many of the affected entities are affiliated with the United Nations, covering climate negotiations, migration, labor, and other programs the administration has criticized as promoting “woke” policies. Non-U.N. bodies on the list include the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation, the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance, and the Global...

Warner Bros again rejects Paramount takeover, urges shareholders to back Netflix bid Warner Bros. Discovery again rejected a takeover bid from Paramount on Wednesday, telling shareholders to continue backing a competing deal with Netflix that the company says offers greater value and far more certainty. The board said it reviewed Paramount’s revised proposal and concluded it still falls short of what is best for the company and its investors, despite Paramount’s efforts to sweeten its hostile offer. Warner’s leadership has consistently pushed shareholders to support the $72 billion agreement with Netflix, which would involve the sale of its studio and streaming assets, while Paramount has pursued a $77.9 billion bid to acquire the entire company. Warner executives argued that Paramount’s proposal relies heavily on debt and lacks sufficient safeguards for shareholders if the deal fails to close, while the Netflix transaction is structured to deliver clearer value with fewer financial ri...

Trump to meet Colombian president following public exchange of threats President Trump spoke on Wednesday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, and both leaders agreed to meet soon at the White House, marking their first direct conversation. The call aimed to ease tensions after a public exchange of threats that had raised concerns about U.S.-Colombia relations. Earlier this week, Trump made remarks suggesting he supported an operation to remove Petro, whom he accused of ties to cocaine trafficking. Trump also warned the Colombian leader to “watch his ass.” Petro strongly denied the allegations, warning that any attempt to arrest him would “unleash the people’s jaguar” and stating he was ready to defend himself. During Wednesday’s hour-long call, Petro said he explained Colombia’s efforts against drug trafficking, shared related data, and discussed the situation in Venezuela. Both leaders emphasized restoring dialogue, with Trump noting he appreciated Petro’s call and tone, and Petro...

 NASA delays Thursday spacewalk due to crew medical issue NASA has postponed a planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS) that was scheduled for Thursday after a medical issue arose affecting a crew member. The agency said the situation is stable, but did not disclose which member of the four-person SpaceX Crew 11 team is involved. A new date for the spacewalk has not yet been announced. Astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman were slated to conduct the walk, which would have been Fincke’s tenth and Cardman’s first. The mission was intended to prepare the ISS for the future installation of Roll-Out Solar Arrays, which are designed to provide additional power to the station and support the safe, controlled de-orbit of the orbital laboratory. Both astronauts are part of Expedition 74, an international crew that began in early December and will remain aboard the ISS through the summer. A second spacewalk had previously been planned for January 15.

 Actress Evangeline Lilly reveals brain injury following serious fall in Hawaii  Actress Evangeline Lilly has revealed she is starting 2026 facing a serious health challenge, after being diagnosed with brain damage from a traumatic accident she suffered in Hawaii last year. In a Jan. 2 Instagram post, the “Ant-Man and the Wasp” star explained that she fainted and fell face-first onto a boulder in May, resulting in a traumatic brain injury. Lilly said doctors confirmed brain damage, calling the news both validating and daunting. “Verdict’s in… I do have brain damage from my TBI,” she wrote. “Comforting to know my cognitive decline isn’t just perimenopause, discomforting to know what an uphill battle it will be to try to reverse the deficiencies.” In a video accompanying her post, Lilly shared that brain scans revealed “almost every area in my brain is functioning at a decreased capacity.” She said her next step is working with doctors to fully understand the damage and begin tr...

Grey’s Anatomy actor Steven W. Bailey discloses diagnosis of rare genetic disorder Steven W. Bailey, a veteran character actor recognized for his role as bartender Joe on “Grey’s Anatomy” and appearances on shows like “Modern Family,” “Chicago Fire,” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” has revealed that he has been living with a rare genetic disorder for years. In a thread posted to X on Jan. 2, Bailey disclosed that he has congenital myasthenia syndrome, a neuromuscular condition that causes muscle weakness and fatigue. Bailey explained that the disorder has significantly shaped his life and career, but he kept it private for more than five years out of caution and uncertainty. “Time to stop,” he wrote, calling the post an open letter to the public. Congenital myasthenic syndromes are caused by genetic changes that disrupt communication between nerves and muscles, leading to weakness that worsens with activity. Commonly affected muscles include those controlling the eyes, eyelids, and tho...

 NO RIFT BETWEEN GOVERNORS ABIODUN, SANWO-OLU The attention of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State has been drawn to some reports making the rounds in some online media platforms and blogs, insinuating that there is a rift between Governor Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart, Prince Dapo Abiodun. We wish to state clearly that this is not true. In fact it is the direct opposite of the relationship that exists between the two leaders. For the avoidance of doubt, Prince Dapo Abiodun and Governor Sanwo-Olu enjoy a very cordial brotherly relationship. The two brother-Governors meet regularly and speak with each other frequently on matters of mutual interest for the development of their respective states. This is partly because their states share common boundaries and are also bound together by socio-cultural norms. We, therefore would like to advise those seeking to plant a seed of discord between the two leaders with fake news to desist forthwith as both Prince Dap...

 416 AFRICAN ARTISTS STORM LAGOS FOR AFRIMA   Four hundred and sixteen African musicians have stormed Lagos for the ninth edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA).   The event, scheduled to run from January 7 to 11 with different activities, is hosted by the Lagos State Government to enhance the growth of the music ecosystem in Nigeria and across Africa.   The programme includes an AFRIMA Music Business Summit on Thursday, an AFRIMA Music Village concert at Ikeja City Mall, and the award ceremony on Sunday, to be held on Lagos Island.   Speaking at a press conference to herald the AFRIMA Awards, Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, declared that the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration will continue to support the creative industry by strengthening the ecosystem.   She said Lagos remains Africa's cultural and creative capital, hence its stance to encourage cross-cultural collaboration and position music and c...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU HAILS NRS  CHAIRMAN, ZACCH ADEDEJI, ON HIS BIRTHDAY   President Bola Tinubu congratulates Dr Zacch Adedeji, the Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, on his birthday.   President Tinubu commends Adedeji’s sterling leadership of the 83-year-old revenue agency, the introduction of fresh ideas, the adoption of global best practices, the automation of systems, and the upskilling of staff members for the greater good of the nation.    "I salute the NRS  Chairman for his visionary and charismatic dedication in restructuring, aligning and managing the revenue profile of the country.   "He recorded a historic achievement, meeting the budget targets in the Third Quarter of 2025, and stimulating the economy for prosperity.    “Zacch has also been instrumental in the adoption of the National Single Window, a transformative federal digital platform to streamline import and export processes, enhance trans...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU APPLAUDS NGX N100 TRILLION MILESTONE, CHARGES NIGERIANS TO INVEST MORE LOCALLY President Bola Tinubu has praised corporate Nigeria, citizens, and other stakeholders in the Nigerian capital market for surpassing the N100 trillion milestone on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). President Tinubu described this record achievement as an inspiration for the investing public operating in the money and capital markets. He urged Nigerians to deepen their investments in the local economy, assuring that 2026 will yield even greater returns as his administration’s economic reforms continue to deliver stronger outcomes. "With the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) crossing the historic N100 trillion market capitalisation mark, the country is witnessing the birth of a new economic reality and rejuvenation. “In 2025, while many of the world’s markets struggled with stagnation or tepid recovery, the NGX All-Share Index was on the ascent. It closed 2025 with a 51.19% re...

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 Bobi Wine to review Uganda oil deals if elected next week Bobi Wine, the main opposition candidate in Uganda's presidential election next week, said he would review the country's agreements with international oil firms if he won power and revise any that did not favour Ugandans. Uganda expects to start commercial crude oil production later this year when fields run by France's TotalEnergies , China's CNOOC and Uganda National Oil Company come online. TotalEnergies and CNOOC both operate on the basis of production-sharing agreements with the government. "We shall study all agreements," Wine, a former pop star who is challenging Museveni for the second straight election after winning 35% of the vote in 2021, told Reuters during an interview in the capital, Kampala. "And any part in those agreements that does not favour Ugandans will definitely be revised." Uganda's information minister, TotalEnergies and CNOOC did not immediately respond to reques...

We're deeply saddened to confirm the passing of one of Ms Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie & Dr lvara Esege's twin boys, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed on Wednesday, 7th of January 2026, after a brief illness.  He was 21 months old.  The family is devastated by this profound loss, and we request that their privacy be respected during this incredibly difficult time.  We ask for your grace and prayers as they mourn in private.  No further statements will be made, and we thank the public and the media for respecting their need for seclusion during this period of immense grief.  Omawumi Ogbe

 Two former governors of Imo State, Chief Achike Udenwa, and Chief Emeka Ihedioha, led other party chieftains on Tuesday, to raise over ₦200million for the Imo state chapter of the African Democratic Party (ADC). The donations made by members of the party were for the procurement of vehicles and for the running costs of the party in the state. Ihedioha, in his remarks, appealed to ADC members in the state to rally financial, human, and all necessary support for the success of the party in Imo State. Each of the 27 local government areas announced donations that ranged from ₦5million and ₦10million, even as private individuals announced donations to support their different areas. Ihedioha said, "I appeal to you all to take the party down to the 305 wards of the state. Please support the party with your money and make it strong like we have done in other places". Meanwhile, former governor Achike Udenwa has warned that the ADC will leave nothing to chance in its quest to take o...

 MAKURDI CULT ATTACK CLAIMS 3 LIVES IN WURUKUM  8th January, 2026    The Chairman of Makurdi Local Government Area, Joseph Keffi, has condemned the killing of three persons by suspected cultists in Wurukum, Walomayo Council Ward of the LGA. The victims were said to have been attacked in the late hours of Wednesday, January 7, 2026, around 11:49 pm. Those killed were identified as Mr Hundred, who lived opposite the Wurukum Mosque; Martins Dagba, popularly known as Wonder, who resided near Solace Hotels; and Aondoaseer Yisa, also called Poka, of Usman Street. Reacting to the incident, the chairman, through his Special Adviser on Security and Political Matters, Terhide Beetseh Mark, described the killings as senseless and heartbreaking, while extending condolences to the bereaved families and affected communities. He said the local government was collaborating with security agencies and relevant stakeholders to beef up security in the area and ensure the perpetrators we...

 NEW YEAR TRAGEDY IN UYO, YOUNG WOMAN FOUND DEAD AFTER VISITING FRIEND 8th January, 2026    A young woman has been found dead in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, after she reportedly went out on New Year’s Eve to visit a friend and never returned home. Benue Info-pedia gathered that the deceased left her residence on December 31 to see a young man but later became unreachable on her mobile phone, raising concerns among family members. Her lifeless body was discovered on January 1 in the Nassarawa area of Itam, Uyo, with suspected bullet wounds on her chest. Sources disclosed that the young man she was said to have visited has been arrested by security operatives in connection with the incident. However, he reportedly denied responsibility for her death, claiming that she left his house to meet someone she referred to as her sister, with whom she intended to return home. As of the time of filing this report, the family of the deceased was said to be confused and devastate...

PHOTO NEWS Late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s Daughter, Chidera Ubah, Bags Another First Class from University of London.  Congratulations Nne, Keep making Anambra proud. More photos below. 

 NIGERIA TO BOOST ECONOMIC TIES WITH SPAIN, TARGETS EUROPE-AFRICA GROWTH Nigeria is intensifying efforts to attract Spanish investment, aiming to reposition its economy as a strategic bridge between Europe and Africa. The push was led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, during a high-level engagement with Spain's leading business confederation, the Spanish Confederation of Business Organizations (CEOE). A statement by the Minister’s Media aide Alkasim Abdulkadir says, the meeting is a deliberate move to reset Nigeria’s the bilateral economic relationship with Spain.  He says the Minister highlighted Nigeria’s reform trajectory, demographic advantage, and continental trade access, while aligning with Spain's economic and migration policy interests. Yusuf Tuggar specifically seeks a long-term framework for Nigeria, including productive capital, technology transfer, and value-chain partnerships. Beyond the traditional energy and gas sector, he says Nigeria is shifti...

 "Nnewichi is the right Quarter to produce the next Nnewi North Local Government Chairman and the candidate will come from APGA"- Hon Christian Udechukwu, (Commissioner for Industry, Anambra State) Commissioner for Industry in Anambra State, Hon. Christian Udechukwu, has asserted that it clear that Nnewichi in the next quarter to produce the next Nnewi north local Government chairman, as the 2 year one tenure of the current mayor of Nnewi Hon. Echezona Anazodo completes this year. He also asserted that the Candidate will come from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) he made this statement in an event he attended in Anambra. It is reported that Nnewi has an agreement that no quarter goes for re-election(second term) for any elective position in Nnewi.

 MINISTER OF LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT LAYS FOUNDATION FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF SERVICE CENTRE IN SOKOTO STATE The new Livestock Service Centre is a key intervention under the World Bank-assisted Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) Project. Performing the foundation stone laying, the Minister of Livestock Development, Dr. Idi Mukhtar Maiha, reaffirms the Federal Government’s commitment to unlocking Nigeria’s livestock potential for sustainable peace and development. Governor Ahmed Aliyu stated that the Centre is designed to address livestock losses, rural poverty and insecurity linked to unregulated livestock practices.  The Governor noted that the Facility will introduce modern feedlots, support pasture development and ease the pressures of open grazing on Farmlands. National Coordinator, L-PRES, Dr. Sanusi Abubakar, assured full support from the National Coordination Office to guarantee the project’s successful implementation. The Commissioner for Livestock Develo...

 NAF ACCELERATES ACQUISITION OF 12 AH-1Z ATTACK HELICOPTERS TO ENHANCE SECURITY In a strategic move to enhance the operational capacity of the Nigerian Air Force the Chief of the Air Staff  Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, led a Programme Management Review meeting with senior United States Government officials and representatives of Messrs Bell Textron in San Diego, California, USA.  The engagement focused on fast-tracking the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters, a critical capability enhance professional, and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive airpower in attainment of national security objectives. A Statement by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that Air Marshal Aneke expressed appreciation to the United States Government and Messrs Bell Textron for their continued cooperation, professionalism, and transparency in the execution of the helicopter acquisition programme.  The Air Chief noted that t...

 Thirty-nine dead in Gambia migrant boat sinking, officials say The death toll after a boat carrying Europe-bound migrants capsized off Gambia's coast on New Year's Eve has risen to 39, two government officials told Reuters, as survivors described the vessel as "overcrowded and dilapidated". Gambia's defence ministry last week put the death toll at seven and said more than 200 people could have been on board. A total of 112 people had been rescued as of Wednesday, said Sima Lowe, public relations officer for Gambia's Immigration Department, and a senior defence ministry official who asked not to be named as he was not authorised to speak to press. The migration route used by West Africans trying to reach Spain via the Canary Islands is one of the world's deadliest. Survivors interviewed by Reuters after being released from hospital in Gambia this week said the boat had been heading for Europe. Their stories highlight the risks and challenges faced by would...

 French bank BNP Paribas to appeal Sudan atrocities funding verdict French banking giant BNP Paribas said on Thursday that a judge's decision to certify an October verdict in a Sudan-related litigation clears the path for the bank to pursue an appeal, Reuters reported. A US jury in October found the French bank helped Sudan's government commit genocide by providing banking services that violated American sanctions. The court ordered the euro zone's biggest lender by assets to pay $20.5 million to three Sudanese plaintiffs who testified about human rights abuses under former President Omar al-Bashir's rule. The bank said it would seek to have the case dismissed on appeal, arguing the trial applied Swiss law incorrectly.

 Ikenga Ugochinyere, a member of the house of representatives, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the Action People’s Party (APP), and registered as a member of the APP in Akokwa, Ideato north LGA of Imo state. Speaking at the defection ceremony, the lawmaker said that the PDP was engulfed in crisis and lacked a clear sense of direction. Ugochinyere said that he is severing ties with the PDP "because of all these controversies and crises, which are now a cause of distraction from concentrating on what we should be doing for our people". He blamed Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), for the crisis in the PDP.  The lawmaker, who had repeatedly spoken out against Wike’s alleged role in the political crisis in Rivers, said he has now refrained from commenting on the state’s politics to allow peace to prevail. The PDP has continued to witness a wave of defections since the 2023 elections, and is now left with just four governors.

 Anthony Joshua’s driver Kayode, set to Face Life Sentence An Adeniyi Kayode, aged 47, has been identified as the driver involved in the fatal road crash which severely injured Nigerian-British professional boxer Anthony Joshua, and resulted in the tragic d€ath of his friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele.  Recall that the accident occurred on the 29th of December 2025 along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Kayode on the other hand has said that he has worked as Anthony Joshua's driver for three years, noting that what happened was beyond his control. "I wasn’t overspeeding or driving recklessly. My brakes failed. I kept pressing the pedal. What happened was an accident. I have been Anthony Joshua’s driver for three years", Adeniyi Kayode explained. The police however say that investigations are still ongoing as they work to determine the full circumstances leading to the collision, but also stated that Kayode may face life in sentence based on his crime against the Nigerian ...

 Association of nurses and midwives (NANNM) condemns brutal killing of Abuja nurse Chinemerem, demands justice  The chairman of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Comrade Jama D. Medan, has on behalf of the association in a statement, condemned the brutal k!lling of 28-year-old Chinemerem Pascalina Chukwumeziem by a suspected one-chance operators, demanding justice and government intervention. Chinemerem worked as a nurse at the Federal Medical centre Abuja, until her time of d€ath. The statement reads; "I write on behalf of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), FCT Council, to express our deep sorrow, outrage, and total condemnation of the unjust and brutal killing of our innocent young colleague, Nurse Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumeziem, who was in active service with the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja. "The deceased nurse, having spent her day rendering selfless service to humanity and saving lives, closed from aftern...

 CAS LEADS HIGH-LEVEL ENGAGEMENT IN USA TO ACCELERATE DELIVERY OF AH-1Z HELICOPTERS FOR NAF The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has led a high-level Programme Management Review engagement with senior United States Government officials and representatives of Messrs Bell Textron from 5 to 6 January 2026 in San Diego, California, USA aimed at accelerating the delivery of 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). The engagement underscores the NAF’s deliberate effort to enhance its operational capacity in line with the CAS’s Command Philosophy of building a highly motivated, professional, and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive airpower in synergy with surface forces to achieve national security objectives. During the engagement, Air Marshal Aneke commended the United States Government and Bell Textron for their cooperation, professionalism, and transparency in the execution of the helicopter acquisition programme. He no...

 LSWMO SEALS RESIDENTIAL ESTATE IN LEKKI PHASE I FOR ENVIRONMENTAL NUISANCE, OBSTRUCTION OF DUTY The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office (LSWMO) on Wednesday, 7th January 2026, sealed off a residential estate located at No. 96B, Ladipo Omotesho Street, Lekki Phase I, over persistent environmental nuisance and obstruction of statutory duties by residents and facility managers. Speaking on the exercise, the General Manager, Engr. Adefemi Afolabi, explained that the enforcement action followed repeated complaints and several notices served on the estate over indiscriminate discharge of untreated wastewater, poor sewage management practices and deliberate attempts to prevent LSWMO officers from carrying out routine inspection and compliance monitoring. He noted that despite earlier engagements and warnings, the estate failed to remedy the infractions, thereby posing health and environmental risks to the surrounding community. According to him, the sealing-off was carried out in st...

The Rivers State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara during plenary.  The Majority Leader,  Major Jack, read out the notice of gross misconduct against the governor before the House.  Some of the accusations include the demolition of the Assembly Complex, extra-budgetary spending, withholding funds meant for the Assembly Service Commission, and a refusal to obey the Supreme Court on the financial autonomy of the House. Watch video below. 

 Bomba Dauda Says Kajuru Self-Defence Patriot, Joshua “Zidane,” Has Been Sentenced To Death In Kaduna According to journalist Bomba Dauda, Joshua “Zidane,” a resident of Kajuru, was sentenced to death by hanging in Kaduna yesterday.  Zidane, who gained recognition for reportedly defending his community in Kajuru Local Government against bandit attacks, has become a focal point in debates over citizen-led security efforts. Dauda reports that the sentence has sparked outrage among citizens and human rights advocates, with critics arguing that it reflects a criminal justice system that punishes individuals for protecting their lives and communities.  “This is a cruel injustice where the victim has now been forced to become the perpetrator of a crime,” Dauda said, calling for public action to challenge the judgment.

 BAUCHI STATE POLICE COMMAND          PRESS RELEASE The Editors, Bauchi Police Arrest 28-Year-Old Male for Criminal Intimidation, Assault, and Rape ... As CP Omolori Reiterates That Justice Will Not Be Tampered With On 31/12/2025 at about 1042hrs, one Baffa'ji Muhammed 'm' reported at the Divisional Police Headquarters, Alkaleri, that on 30/12/2025 at about 1830hrs, one Baffa'ji Abba 'm' aged 28yrs (same address with the complainant), lured his biological daughter (name withheld) aged 8yrs of into a bathroom and forcefully had carnal knowledge of her through both her vagina and anus for about five times in a single day against her will. On receipt of the report, a team of detectives led by CSP Kadiri Danjuma, DPO Alkaleri, swiftly visited the scene, moved the victim to General Hospital Alkaleri for immediate medical attention, and arrested the suspect. During interrogation, the suspect willingly confessed to the crime without much ado. The Commissioner of P...

 Venezuela’s Interim Leader Sacks General Over Maduro’s Capture Interim leader of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, has sacked the general in command of Venezuela’s presidential honour guard, Javier Marcano Tábata, days after President Nicolás Maduro was captured by US forces in a raid on the country’s capital Caracas. The development may be connected to the manner in which Maduro was picked by the US Special Forces and taken away to New York, where he is standing trial on narco-terrorism charges. The presidential honour guard is the military force which provides the bodyguards tasked with protecting the head of state but General Tabata apparently failed in his duty or incapacitated by a superior force. His sacking is one of the first changes to senior officials in her inner circle. And to worsen the situation while the Venezuelan government has not yet provided a detailed breakdown of casualties, members of the guard were thought to be among the dozens of people killed in the US operati...