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ALHAMDULILLAH! ALHAMDULILLAH!! AlHADULILAHI!! Indeed, whatever has a beginning must surely have an end. Today, justice has spoken. In the case of asset declaration and money laundering allegations brought against Abba Kyari and others, judgment was delivered today before the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Court 8, Abuja, presided over by Hon. Justice James Omotosho. The matter, instituted by the Federal Republic of Nigeria through the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency(NDLEA), contained 23 charges in CHARGE NO: FHC/ABJ/CR/408/2022 After a full trial in which witnesses testified and evidence was presented before the Court, the Honourable Court held that the prosecution failed to prove the allegations beyond a reasonable doubt, as required by law. Accordingly, the COURT DISCHARGED AND ACQUITTED ABBA KYARI and, alongside his two brothers, Muhammed Baba Kyari and Ali Baba Kyari, of all charges. This case lingered for over four years, during which the defendants endured immense public sc...

 Harry Styles breaks silence on 'difficult' death of One Direction bandmate Liam Payne Harry Styles has spoken openly about the pain he continues to feel following the death of his former One Direction bandmate, Liam Payne.  In a heartfelt interview, Styles admitted that even discussing the loss is difficult for him, as he struggled with the public nature of his grief.  He explained that while he had strong emotions about Payne’s passing, he also felt pressure from others to express those feelings publicly, which added to the challenge. Reflecting on their friendship, Styles described Payne as someone with a kind heart and a deep desire to succeed.  Losing a friend who shared so many similarities with him was particularly hard, and it prompted Styles to reevaluate his own life.  He emphasized that the best way to honor those who have passed is to live fully and meaningfully, carrying forward the spirit of the person lost. Payne tragically died in October 2024 af...

 Hilary Duff says Cameron Diaz sheltered her family during LA wildfires Hilary Duff recently revealed how Cameron Diaz stepped in to help her family during the devastating Los Angeles wildfires of 2025.  Speaking on The Drew Barrymore Show, Duff explained that Diaz and her husband, Benji Madden, generously opened their home to her, husband Matthew Koma, and their children after they were forced to evacuate.  While grateful for the support, Duff admitted the stressful situation created tension between her and Koma, recalling a lighthearted moment where she tossed his phone into a bougainvillea plant during an argument. Barrymore praised Diaz and Madden for their kindness, calling them “the best people” for welcoming Duff’s family, which included her three young children and her eldest son Luca, whom she shares with ex-husband Mike Comrie.  The incident highlighted how celebrities, despite their fame, face the same emotional strain and family dynamics when confronted w...

 Rachel Lindsay claims ex-husband Bryan Abasolo made 'low' comments about her fertility struggles amid their divorce Rachel Lindsay recently addressed remarks made by her ex-husband Bryan Abasolo regarding her fertility struggles, calling them “low” and inaccurate.  During an appearance on the Bachelor Happy Hour podcast, Lindsay explained that Abasolo had spoken publicly about private matters she had never discussed herself, particularly around her desire to have children.  She said she was shocked by his decision to share those details, especially given the timing, which came shortly after he was awarded temporary spousal support. The former Bachelorette star described 2024 as a year filled with surprises and disappointments as the divorce unfolded. She recalled feeling blindsided by Abasolo’s actions and questioned who he had become during the process.  Lindsay suggested that his behavior may have stemmed from long-held feelings she was unaware of, noting that his...

 I’m Just Trying to Exist- Woman, 28, Lives with 30R Bra Size Due to Condition That Causes Her Breasts to Continuously Grow For most of her life, Summer Robert felt trapped in her own body. The 28-year-old from Scotland has macromastia, a condition that causes excessive breast growth, and standing at 4 feet 11 inches, she currently wears an R-cup. “I’ve always had a larger chest, but I wasn’t officially diagnosed until three years ago,” Robert tells PEOPLE.  She recalls visiting doctors since she was 13 or 14. “No one diagnosed me. They said it was just puberty, or that I had to lose weight. It was ridiculous.” Even after her diagnosis, Robert found that medical knowledge about macromastia is limited. “The doctor literally printed a Wikipedia page for me,” she says. Her condition has led to dramatic changes over the years. Last year alone, she says she grew 11 bra sizes due to normal hormonal shifts that happen in women’s 20s. Robert has experienced these growth spurts since s...

 Brooklyn Beckham Snubs Parents’ Birthday Messages, Responds Only to Wife Nicola Let me start with this: Brooklyn Beckham, 27, had his birthday on Wednesday, but the day wasn’t exactly smooth with his family.  Reports say he was disheartened after his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, publicly shared birthday messages, breaking the communication boundaries he had set. According to sources, Brooklyn found the posts “performative” and unhelpful.  His concern is that any attempt from his parents to reach out through social media undermines his wish to keep communication limited, something he tried to enforce with a legal letter last summer. Victoria, 51, David, 50, and Brooklyn’s younger brothers, Romeo, 23, and Cruz, 21, all posted heartfelt tributes on Instagram. They included throwback photos, affectionate nicknames like “Buster,” and loving messages. However, these gestures were apparently not appreciated. An insider told ET, “Brooklyn and Nicola are disheartened they...

 I'm Still Co Founder and Owner -Khloé Kardashian Clears Up Good American Rumors Khloé Kardashian wants to make one thing clear, she has not stepped away from Good American. During a March 4 episode of her podcast Khloé in Wonder Land, the 41 year old responded to fan questions in an Ask Me Anything segment.  One listener asked directly about her current role at the clothing company, prompting Kardashian to address ongoing speculation. “I’m still co founder and owner,” she said plainly. Kardashian acknowledged that in the early days, she was deeply involved in building the brand from the ground up.  “At first, I think you really want to help build the brand as much as you can, and we’ve definitely done that,” she explained.  !Now, she added, the company is stable and thriving. “Good American is doing so well, and Good American is strong enough and stable enough to sustain on its own.” She closed the conversation with reassurance. “But I am still very much co founder ...

 Elon Musk's transgender daughter Vivian Wilson goes braless in a mesh top as she attends Acne Studios Paris Fashion Week presentation Vivian Wilson, 21, attended the Acne Studios Womenswear Fall/Winter presentation during Paris Fashion Week on Thursday, choosing to watch from the front row rather than take the runway. The American model, who has been estranged from her father Elon Musk since 2020, went braless in a mesh top paired with brown leather trousers and a green jacket. She accessorized with chunky silver jewellery, a bag, and orange aviator sunglasses, keeping her long blonde hair straight and makeup minimal for a natural look. Sharing the front row with actresses Leslie Bibb and Rosanna Arquette, Vivian playfully posed for photos and enjoyed the company of fellow attendees. This appearance follows her runway debut at Milan Fashion Week, where she wore a silky gown designed by Demna, the new artistic director at the Italian fashion house.  Vivian completed that look ...

 Kenyan police free 70 foreign nationals in Nairobi human trafficking bust Kenyan police have rescued 70 foreign nationals, mostly Ethiopians, who were being held in a house in Nairobi by a suspected human trafficking ring, police said on Thursday. Following a tip-off, officers freed the foreign nationals, including 66 Ethiopians and four Eritreans, who were confined in a house in Ruai area, police said on US social media platform X, Anadolu Agency reported. One Kenyan suspect was arrested in connection with the case. Kenya is a key transit hub for migrants from the Horn of Africa, many of whom leave home each year seeking jobs in South Africa, the Gulf states, or Europe. ‘Well-paying jobs’ Traffickers, often working through loose networks that include local facilitators, lure them with promises of safe passage and well-paying jobs. Police in Kenya have intensified a crackdown on human traffickers. In February, security agents arrested Festus Omwamba, accused of duping Kenyans with...

Wife who was allegedly battered by her lawmaker husband tenders a public apology to him “and my entire family over the misconceptions against him." This is directly to Agba Jaligo, always make your concrete research before writing online. As I publicly address the post circulating online about my husband and I. The story being shared is completely false and highly exaggerated. My husband did not assault or harm me in any way. What happened has been misunderstood and blown out of proportion. Every marriage has its private disagreements, and ours is no different, but there was no violence involved. I take responsibility for my own actions, and I kindly ask the public to stop spreading harmful rumors. This is a private family matter, and we are handling it peacefully. Please respect our home, our marriage, and our privacy during this time. Watch video below. 

 Kurdish dissidents say they are preparing to fight Iran with US backing    Kurdish Iranian dissident groups based in northern Iraq say they are preparing for the possibility of launching cross-border operations into Iran as tensions escalate in the region. Kurdish officials said the United States has reached out to Iraqi Kurdish leaders about supporting the Iranian Kurdish factions, raising the possibility that the well-armed opposition groups could enter the conflict if conditions allow. The Kurdish dissident organizations, which operate from Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdish region, are widely considered among the most organized segments of the fragmented Iranian opposition. Officials say the groups maintain thousands of trained fighters and have experience from previous conflicts, including the battle against the Islamic State. Their participation in the war could pose a major challenge to Iran’s leadership in Tehran, while also risking broader instability by drawing nei...

 Man on trial in assassination plot says Trump, Biden, and Haley were possible targets A Pakistani businessman accused of attempting to arrange the assassination of a U.S. political figure testified in federal court Wednesday that several prominent American leaders were discussed as possible targets, including President Donald Trump, former President Joe Biden, and former presidential candidate Nikki Haley. The defendant, Asif Merchant, is on trial in New York on charges related to an alleged 2024 plot to hire hit men in the United States on behalf of Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard. Prosecutors say Merchant traveled to the country with the intention of recruiting criminals to carry out the killings and even handed over $5,000 in cash to individuals he believed were hired killers. During testimony delivered through an Urdu interpreter, Merchant acknowledged the scheme but told jurors he acted under pressure and fear for relatives living in Iran. He said his family had been ...

 North Korean leader reviews new warship, touts strides toward nuclear-capable navy  North Korean leader Kim Jong Un conducted a two-day inspection of his country’s new destroyer ahead of its commissioning, observing a cruise missile test from the warship and pledging to speed up the nuclear armament of his navy, according to state media reports Thursday. During visits on Tuesday and Wednesday to the Nampo shipyard on the country’s western coast, Kim also reviewed the construction of a third destroyer of the same class as the 5,000-ton Choe Hyon, which was first revealed in April 2025. North Korea’s state media described the vessel as capable of carrying a variety of weapons, including anti-air and anti-ship systems, as well as nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missiles. South Korean officials and analysts note that Russian assistance likely contributed to the Choe Hyon’s construction, but have questioned whether the ship is fully ready for active service. Kim said the Choe...

 ‘Swiftie’ now officially recognized as a dictionary word Fans of Taylor Swift now have a formal word to describe their devotion: “Swiftie” has officially been added to the dictionary. The term is defined as “a fan of the music of Taylor Swift,” with the plural “Swifties” referring to the fandom as a whole. Although it is now formally recognized, the nickname has been used by fans for over a decade. Since the release of Swift’s self-titled debut album in 2006, she has cultivated a massive global following. Over 20 years, her fans have embraced the name “Swifties” to show solidarity, and Swift herself trademarked the term in 2017, using it across merchandise and promotional campaigns. Language experts note that dictionary updates reflect common usage, not dictate it, and “Swiftie” joins other fandom-related words in the latest update, including “Beyhive,” for Beyoncé fans, and “Trekkie,” for fans of “Star Trek.” Taylor Swift, now a billionaire musician with 16 albums, has built one ...

 Visitor dies after entering restricted area of Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii National Park       A 33-year-old Hawaii resident has died after entering a restricted area near the Kilauea volcano within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. The National Park Service said the incident occurred on Feb. 26 on the east side of Kilauea caldera, an area closed to the public due to unstable terrain and extreme hazards. Search and rescue crews worked overnight in steep, dangerous conditions before locating the individual the following day. He was airlifted from the area but was pronounced dead at a nearby medical facility. Officials are withholding the person’s identity for privacy reasons. The Kilauea caldera features unstable cliffs and volcanic features, particularly near the Halemaʻumaʻu crater rim, and closures are in place to protect visitors from landslides, cracks, and tremors. The volcano last erupted on Feb. 15, 2026, and future activity is expected between March 10 and...

 Deadliest Catch co-star says Todd Meadows’ death was captured on camera A “Deadliest Catch” crew member is sharing memories of Todd Meadows, who tragically died at sea earlier this year. Trey John Green III, Meadows’ bunkmate, said the 25-year-old’s death was captured on camera during filming. Meadows fell overboard on Feb. 25 while aboard the Aleutian Lady, approximately 170 miles north of Dutch Harbor, Alaska, the U.S. Coast Guard reported. Despite the crew’s efforts to resuscitate him after recovering him about 10 minutes later, Meadows was pronounced dead. Green described Meadows as “an amazing human,” and Aleutian Lady Capt. Rick Shelford called it the “most tragic day in the history of the Aleutian Lady on the Bering Sea.” Meadows, who had joined the show in May 2025, quickly became a valued member of the crew, known for his love of his family and dedication to crabbing. Discovery Channel released a statement calling his death “a devastating loss.” An online fundraiser has r...

 Obama backs Virginia Democrats’ redistricting plan ahead of voter decision Former President Barack Obama is backing a Democratic initiative in Virginia to redraw congressional districts, a move that has become a focal point in the broader national debate over redistricting ahead of this year’s midterm elections. The announcement came Thursday, a day after the state Supreme Court cleared the way for the redistricting question to appear on the April 21 ballot, with early voting starting Friday. In a video message to Virginians, Obama urged support for the referendum, framing it as a way to protect voters’ influence from actions taken by Republicans in other states. He emphasized that the measure is temporary, noting that after the 2030 census, Virginia will return to a bipartisan redistricting process. The Democratic-backed map, released in February, aims to give the party four additional seats, but it will only take effect if approved by voters and upheld by the courts. Legal chall...

 Canadian tourist arrested for allegedly stealing and harming flamingo in Las Vegas   A Canadian tourist was arrested in Las Vegas on Tuesday after allegedly stealing and injuring a flamingo at a hotel on the Strip. Mitchell Fairbarn, 33, from Ontario, faces four counts of torturing, maiming, or killing an animal kept for companionship or pleasure. Authorities say Fairbarn broke into the flamingo habitat at the Flamingo hotel around 5 a.m., where security footage shows him grabbing a bird named Peachy and injuring others in the process. Police found a hotel room containing a large bloody feather and other evidence of the incident. Fairbarn told police he “popped” the flamingo’s wing back into place, claiming he had experience with birds from growing up on a farm. He was taken to the Clark County Detention Center with bail set at $12,000. The injured animals are now recovering under veterinary care. The Flamingo hotel, operated by Caesars Entertainment, houses Chilean flam...

Major blackout leaves millions without power in western Cuba   A massive blackout left millions without electricity across Havana and western Cuba on Wednesday, highlighting the island’s ongoing struggles with a deteriorating power grid and shrinking oil reserves. Authorities said the outage began after a shutdown at the Antonio Guiteras thermoelectric power plant, one of the country’s largest, which experienced a boiler leak. Officials warned it could take at least 72 hours to restore the plant to full operation. The government has prioritized electricity for critical infrastructure such as hospitals and clinics while repair crews work to bring the rest of the system back online. By late Wednesday, only about 2.5% of Havana’s customers had power restored, according to government reports. Residents adapted to the blackout with neighborhood cooking, domino games under rechargeable lights, and musicians playing along the city’s seawall. Many faced disrupted transportation, as bu...

 Iran hit by airstrikes as it carries out new attacks on Israel and U.S bases  Iran launched a fresh wave of attacks on Thursday, targeting Israel, U.S. bases, and regional neighbors, while vowing retaliation after the U.S. sank an Iranian warship and issuing inflammatory calls for violence against former President Trump. The escalation comes as Israel has continued airstrikes inside Iran for a sixth consecutive day. The conflict has expanded beyond the Gulf, with Azerbaijan reporting a drone strike that it attributed to Iran, although Tehran denied involvement. The U.S. recently sank an Iranian frigate off Sri Lanka, prompting Tehran to accuse Washington of committing an “atrocity at sea.” Iran’s attacks have disrupted oil shipments, threatened international travel, and hit neighboring countries, including the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. In Abu Dhabi, a drone near a U.S. airbase injured six people, while Qatar evacuated residents near the U.S. Embassy ahead of a missile att...

 Britney Spears arrested in California on suspicion of DUI  Pop star Britney Spears was arrested in California on Wednesday night on suspicion of driving under the influence, according to multiple reports. Booking records from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office list Spears’ occupation simply as “celebrity.” The California Highway Patrol handled the arrest, and Spears was booked into the county jail Thursday morning. Her vehicle was towed, and she was released a few hours later with a citation and a court date set for May 4 at Ventura County Superior Court. The court’s public records have not yet detailed the specific charges against her. Ventura County, located on the Pacific coast just north of Los Angeles, is known for its celebrity residents and proximity to the L.A. entertainment scene. The DUI arrest comes shortly after Spears won a legal battle against an alleged stalker. She was recently granted a permanent restraining order against a 51-year-old Louisiana man, identif...

 Trump says he needs a role in choosing Iran's next leader President Trump said Thursday that he believes he must play a direct role in selecting Iran's next leader, drawing a parallel to his involvement in Venezuela, where the U.S. helped install Delcy Rodriguez following the ousting of Nicolás Maduro. In an eight-minute phone interview, Trump said he finds the likely succession of Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei, unacceptable and insisted that the U.S. should have influence over who leads Iran. Trump claimed that allowing Khamenei’s son to take power could set the stage for conflict with the U.S. in five years. “Khamenei’s son is unacceptable to me. We want someone who will bring harmony and peace to Iran,” he said. His comments mark a bold assertion of U.S. authority over Iran’s political future, contrasting with official U.S. statements that the ongoing military campaign is focused on degrading Iran’s missile and nuclear capabilities ra...

 Trump and Pam Bondi face lawsuit over TikTok asset sale A newly formed group dedicated to fighting public corruption has filed a lawsuit against President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, claiming they violated the law when they approved the sale of TikTok’s U.S. operations to business associates with ties to the White House. The suit, filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., alleges that the Trump administration ignored a law designed to prevent Chinese influence and instead facilitated a partial transfer of TikTok’s U.S. assets to investors close to the former president. Brendan Ballou, CEO of the nonprofit Public Integrity Project, said the lawsuit aims to ensure that Trump “is not beyond the reach of the courts, beyond the reach of Congress, beyond the reach of the rule of law.” The legal challenge points to Trump’s repeated extensions allowing ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to delay divestiture, as well as his directive to the Justice Department not to en...

Prof. Wole Soyinka leads Pirates members to pay last respects to former ASUU president, Prof. Biodun Jeyifo, at burial in Ibadan Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka today led members of the Pyrates Confraternity as they paid their last respects to Emeritus Prof. Biodun Jeyifo, a former president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Prof. Jeyifo, who died at the age of 80, was laid to rest in Ibadan, Oyo State. Members of the confraternity, popularly known as the Pirates, gathered alongside family, friends and colleagues to honour the late scholar, who was widely respected in academic and intellectual circles.

 Domestic violence: Cross River Assembly suspends lawmaker for allegedly assaulting his wife The Cross River State House of Assembly has suspended the member representing Obubra I State Constituency, Dickson Agbor, indefinitely over alleged violent conduct, punch reported. According to journalist Agba Jalingo, the lawmaker assaulted his wife over accusations of infidelity.  He claimed that the incident occurred on Saturday, February 28, 2028 at the Assembly quarters. The resolution was reached on Thursday, March 5, after a motion was moved by Davies Etta and seconded by Francis Bassey Asuquo. Moving the motion, Etta condemned the alleged violent conduct involving Agbor, describing it as behaviour unbecoming of a lawmaker and contrary to the ethical standards expected of members of the legislative arm of government. According to him, the House must take decisive steps to preserve the integrity and reputation of the Assembly. The Assembly also approved the constitution of an ad ...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE    President Tinubu announces  the historic resolution of the OPL 245 Dispute, Unlocks  Major Deepwater Investment   President Bola Tinubu announced today the successful conclusion of a historic settlement agreement between the Federal Government of Nigeria, ENI, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL).  The announcement was made at the meeting in his office attended by the Chief Executive Officer of Eni, Claudio Descalzi; the Chief Operating Officer, Guido Brusco; the Head of Sub-Saharan Region, Mario Bello; the Managing Director of Nigerian Agip Exploration, Fabrizio Bolondi; and the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Olu Arowolo-Verheijen.  The agreement brought to a close the long-standing dispute over Oil Prospecting Licence (OPL) 245, paving the way for the development of one of Nigeria's most significant deepwater resources. Signed in Abuja, the agreement marks the resolution of a dispute spanning mor...

  MultiChoice's Showmax is shutting down after 11 years, with the company citing huge losses and failure to meet subscriber growth targets.  The decision comes after a strategic review aimed at strengthening its overall digital offerings and ensuring long-term sustainability in a competitive streaming environment 1 2 The platform, launched in 2015, was conceived as MultiChoice's answer to global streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.  Despite investing $309 million in equity funding in 2024, Showmax struggled to gain traction, accumulating losses of about €370 million (S$428.9 million) in the three years leading up to the Canal+ takeover  MultiChoice has assured subscribers that their service will continue uninterrupted for now, and no immeiate action is required. The company is working on a subscriber and content migration plan, which will be communicated in the next few weeks. The shutdown is part of Canal+'s cost-cutting measures, aimed at savi...

 LASG, WORLD BANK COLLABORATE ON EMERGENCY, RISK MANAGEMENT The Lagos State Government on Wednesday stated that it is collaborating with the World Bank to significantly enhance emergency and risk management in the state.  The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab made this known during a strategic business meeting with a team on Nigeria Disaster Risk Management from the World Bank held at Alausa, adding that the collaboration underscores the government's commitment to building resilience and reducing vulnerability to disasters and risks. According to him, Lagos State Government is continually taking concrete steps to put infrastructures in place; both physical infrastructure and human resource with the hindsight that Lagos is a coastal state prone to flash flooding. He said the State is bounded in the south by 486 kilometres of the Atlantic and about 25 per cent of Lagos land is water, stressing that these are natural realities that expose the sta...

 TRANSITION OF LEADERSHIP: MURITALA HANDS OVER TO NEW ACCOUNTANT GENERAL AT STATE TREASURY OFFICE A smooth transition of leadership took place at the Office of the Honourable Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi, as the retiring Accountant-General/Permanent Secretary, State Treasury Office, Dr Abiodun Shefiu Muritala, formally handed over to the newly appointed Accountant-General/Permanent Secretary, State Treasury Office, Dr. Muyiwa John Adetola. The brief, but significant ceremony, marked the continuity of a legacy of professionalism, accountability, and prudent financial management in the State’s Public Service.  Dr. Muritala was commended for his dedication, integrity, and contributions to strengthening the financial architecture of the State during his tenure. In his remarks, Dr. Adetola expressed appreciation for the solid foundation laid by his predecessor and also reaffirmed his commitment to upholding transparency, fiscal discipline, accountability and pruden...

 GOV. ALIA APPOINTS FIVE-MEMBER BOARD FOR BENUE TELEVISION  The Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has approved the appointment of members to the Board of the Benue Television Corporation (BTC). In a statement issued by his Technical Adviser on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communication, Chief Solomon Iorpev, the governor said the appointments take immediate effect. Rev. Dr. Patrick Alumunku, OON, from Ushongo Local Government Area, will serve as Chairman of the Board. A media professional with a doctorate in Mass Communications, he has 12 years of experience with Vatican Radio and 21 years as Director of Communications at the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja. He currently serves as Executive Director of Catholic Television of Nigeria. Dr. Thaddeus Hanmakyugh from Kwande LGA was appointed Secretary. He holds a doctorate in Film Production and Media Arts from the University of Abuja and previously served at the National Film Institute, Jos, where he retired. Other me...

 EX-PRESIDENT JONATHAN RECEIVES PASTOR PAUL ENENCHE IN YENAGOA  Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Tuesday received the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Paul Enenche, at his residence in Yenagoa. Enenche, who was in the Bayelsa capital for a gospel crusade, paid the former president a courtesy visit. A source familiar with the meeting said both leaders shared moments of prayer and fellowship during the visit. Details of their discussions were not disclosed as of the time of filing this report. Jonathan, who served as Nigeria’s President from 2010 to 2015, has continued to engage in peacebuilding and public service initiatives since leaving office. Enenche is the founder and senior pastor of the Abuja-based church, known for organising large-scale evangelical outreaches across the country.

 PROPERTY DESTROYED AS FIRE GUTS BUILDING BEHIND MAKURDI INTERNATIONAL SECONDARY SCHOOL  A fire broke out Wednesday night behind Makurdi International Secondary School, opposite Gwuve U Tiv residence, destroying a building and raising fears among residents. The blaze reportedly started at a carpentry workshop after the owners burned refuse in a gutter outside their shop and left without ensuring it was fully out. By 8:00 pm, the fire had spread to wooden furniture stored nearby, intensifying the flames. The fire soon engulfed an adjacent building rented by a church, prompting passersby to raise the alarm. Initial attempts to reach the Federal Fire Service were delayed as access to their station was blocked by road reconstruction. The Benue State Fire Service eventually arrived and brought the fire under control, preventing further damage to neighboring buildings. No injuries have been reported, but property losses are yet to be fully assessed. Residents expressed concern over ...

 EFCC Arrests Man for Alleged Naira Abuse  in Enugu Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested one Iziga Jude Ikechukwu, (also known as Easy-money) for allegedly abusing Naira notes during his birthday party. Ikechukwu, 24 year- old palm kernel dealer, was arrested following an actionable intelligence received via a viral video circulating on social media in which he was seen recording himself, while abusing Naira notes in his hotel room, during his birthday celebration. The offence is contrary to Section 21 of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN Act of 2007. Upon receipt of the intelligence, a preliminary investigation was conducted and the identity and address of the suspect were identified and he was arrested on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at his residence located around timber market in Enugu-Ezike, Enugu State. Upon arrest, the sum of N81, 700. 00 (Eighty-one Thousand, Seven Hundred Naira) suspected to be par...