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 Federal High Court Adjourned Leke Abejide’s Suit Against ADC, Ralph Nwosu, Mark, Aregbesola and INEC to Tomorrow for Judgment The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Hon. Justice Liman, has adjourned the high-profile case with Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1637/2025 between Leke Abejide (Plaintiff) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, Mark, Aregbesola, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) (Defendants) to Tuesday, April 14, 2026, for judgment.

 World’s oldest captive gorilla, Fatou, turns 69 with birthday feast at Berlin Zoo  Berlin Zoo welcomed a very special birthday celebration this week as Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity, marked her 69th birthday with a carefully prepared feast. The celebration featured a healthy spread of cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks, and lettuce, chosen specifically for the aging primate’s dietary needs. Zoo staff avoided giving her cake or sugary treats, noting that sugar is not suitable for her at her advanced age. Fatou, a western lowland gorilla, has lived at the Berlin Zoo since 1959 after arriving in what was then West Berlin as a young gorilla believed to be around two years old. Her exact birthdate is unknown, but April 13 is recognized as her official birthday. Over the decades, she has outlived many of the zoo’s residents and became its oldest animal following the death of a flamingo that had reached an exceptional age in captivity. Born in the wild in western ...

 Couple goals - Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau attend same Hollywood event as Orlando Bloom in star-filled night Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau made a joint appearance at a high-profile entertainment event in Montecito on Friday night, where her former fiancé Orlando Bloom was also in attendance. The gathering, held for “Beef Season 2” tastemakers, took place in California on April 10 and drew a long list of celebrities from film, politics, and entertainment. Perry, 41, and Trudeau, 54, arrived together and were seen sharing relaxed moments as they posed for photos during the evening.  They appeared alongside Netflix executive Ted Sarandos and his wife Nicole Avant in a group shot that quickly drew attention at the star-studded event. The singer opted for a refined white boucle-style dress, while Trudeau kept things casual in dark denim jeans paired with a khaki shirt and a grey jacket. Orlando Bloom, 49, also attended the event, dressed in a simple black corduroy shirt and matc...

 I would have a baby tomorrow - Lauren Sánchez Bezos opens up about expanding family with billionaire husband Jeff Bezos Lauren Sánchez Bezos has shared that she is open to having another child with her husband, Jeff Bezos, as she reflects on their blended family and recent wedding celebrations. In a conversation with The New York Times published on April 11, the Emmy-winning journalist and former news anchor, 56, spoke candidly about the possibility of expanding their family, which already includes seven children from previous relationships. “I would have another one tomorrow. Tomorrow,” she said, before a spokesperson clarified that she is not currently expecting.  She repeated, “I would have a baby tomorrow,” underscoring how strongly she feels about the idea of growing their family. Lauren and Jeff Bezos, 62, officially tied the knot in a high-profile wedding in Venice on June 27, bringing together their children into one blended family unit. Jeff Bezos, the Amazon founder...

 Priscilla Ojo shared all these photos one hour ago on her social media with the caption: " Mama Rakeem stepping out in style to celebrate love 💛💫 at Kiki Festus & Akinfaminu’s wedding" More photos below. 

 Peru delays election results as voting issues force extension for tens of thousands of voters  Peruvian voters will not know the outcome of Sunday’s presidential election until at least Monday, after widespread logistical problems disrupted the voting process, preventing thousands of people both inside the country and abroad from casting ballots. In response, electoral authorities extended voting for more than 52,000 residents in Lima, as well as for registered voters in Orlando, Florida, and Paterson, New Jersey. The decision came after initial vote counting had already begun Sunday evening. Officials first estimated that over 63,000 people would be eligible to vote during the extension, but later lowered that number. Voting is mandatory in Peru for citizens between the ages of 18 and 70, with fines of up to $32 for those who do not participate. The election features an unusually large and fragmented field of 35 candidates, including a former government minister, a comedian,...

Trump threatens 50% tariff on China over reported Iranian air defense shipment, escalating tensions amid Middle East conflict and ceasefire collapse U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Sunday to impose a 50% tariff on China after reports emerged that Beijing may be preparing to supply Iran with advanced air defense systems. Speaking in a televised interview, Trump warned that any transfer of shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missiles to Iran would trigger steep economic penalties, saying the tariff would be “a staggering amount.” He also cast doubt on the reporting, dismissing it as unreliable and saying such claims “don’t mean much” to him. The comments came amid heightened tensions over Iran’s military conflict and growing scrutiny of China’s potential role. U.S. intelligence assessments reportedly suggest China could be preparing a shipment of man-portable air defense systems to Tehran, though the claim has not been confirmed. Chinese officials have not acknowledged any arms transfers...

 Suswam Declares For Senate Former Benue State Governor and ex-Senator Gabriel Suswam has formally declared he will contest the Benue North-East Senatorial District seat in the 2027 general elections on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform. “Benue State, since I started politics in 1998, is a place where the people believe in one party,” he said. “Benue State for its first 16 years was completely a PDP state. And then subsequently after that, they moved to the APC.” “As a Benue son, I won’t be an exception to what my people want and what my people believe. They now believe in the principles and philosophy of the APC,” he added. On his 2027 ambition, the two-term former governor left no room for doubt: “I’m a politician. And as a politician, if you are still strong enough to contest an election, you always want to contest elections. The only election that I can contest now is the Senate. Of course, I can’t go back to run for governor even if I want to run for that, the const...

 JD Vance and Usha Vance back in spotlight as marriage rumors resurface and past comments raise eyebrows Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, have faced persistent divorce rumors since his election, fueled by speculation about his personal life and public appearances.  The couple attempted to quiet the chatter in January 2026 by announcing they were expecting their fourth child, joining their three children Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel.  The announcement came amid online claims of marital strain, including rumors of an alleged affair between Vance and Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk, which began after the two shared a hug on stage at a public event. Adding to the speculation, Usha was spotted at several high-profile events without her wedding ring, including appearances with First Lady Melania Trump in North Carolina and at a Red Cross holiday event in late 2025.  Her bare finger quickly became a talking point, with many interpreting it as a sign of trouble in th...

  This was her own choice - Britney Spears checks into treatment facility after DUI arrest, sources say Britney Spears has reportedly checked into a rehabilitation facility following her recent DUI arrest, in what insiders describe as a personal decision to seek help and focus on her well-being. A representative for the singer confirmed that the 44-year-old voluntarily entered the treatment centre, signalling a significant step in addressing her struggles. According to details shared in the transcript, the decision comes after what those close to her described as a difficult period marked by issues involving alcohol and prescription medication. An insider said Britney had reached a breaking point, describing the moment as one where she realised she had “hit rock bottom.” Her move into treatment follows her arrest in Ventura County, California, on March 4, where she was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence. Authorities reportedly stated at the time that the...

 Pope Leo begins first trip to Africa Pope Leo XIV is embarking on the first-ever papal trip to Algeria on Monday, aiming to promote Christian-Muslim coexistence at a time of global conflict and honour the locally born inspiration of his religious spirituality, St. Augustine. Leo’s two-day stop in Algeria opens an intense 11-day tour of four African nations — Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea — that will bring history’s first U.S.-born pope deep into the growing heart of the Catholic Church.

 French lawmakers debate bill to return colonial-era looted African artefacts France's lawmakers will on Monday debate a bill to simplify the return of artworks looted during the colonial era to their countries of origin. France still has in its possession tens of thousands of artworks and other prized artefacts that it looted from its colonial empire. The draft legislation to return them was unanimously approved by the upper house in January, and now needs to be backed by the lower house, the National Assembly, before it can become law. President Emmanuel Macron has made it a political promise to return the cultural items, and has gone further than his predecessors in admitting past French abuses in Africa, AFP reported. Speaking on a visit to the Burkina Faso capital Ouagadougou shortly after taking office in 2017, Macron vowed that France would never again interfere in its former colonies and promised to facilitate the return of African cultural heritage within five years. Desig...

 President Trump slams Pope Leo as ‘weak’ and posts bizarre image of himself as Jesus healing the sick US President Donald Trump has strongly criticized Pope Leo XIV for his stance on the Iran war, describing him as “WEAK” on crime and “terrible” on foreign policy, in a late-night post which also saw him uploading an A.I.-generated image of himself dressed as Jesus. This comes days after Pope Leo said Trump’s warning that an “entire civilisation will die tonight,” in reference to Iran, was “unacceptable.” The pope has also suggested that a “delusion of omnipotence” is fuelling the war between the United States and Iran. In his lengthy Truth Social post, the president said he does not “want a Pope who criticises the President of the United States”. He claimed that the Catholic Church’s leadership had been “arresting priests, ministers, and everybody else” in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and suggested that he preferred the pope’s brother. The president went on to suggest that h...

  BENUE WOMAN BATTLES GIANT CATFISH ALLEGEDLY TARGETING BABY AT RIVER OKPOKWU  A woman identified as Mama Idoko has drawn attention in Benue State after reportedly fighting off a massive catfish at River Okpokwu, which she claims attempted to swallow her baby. The dramatic encounter has sparked widespread reactions, with many praising her courage while others question the unusual claim. The incident is said to have occurred along the River Okpokwu, a local water source frequently used by residents for domestic activities, including drinking and washing. According to Mama Idoko, she had taken her baby to the river when the large aquatic creature suddenly appeared. She alleged that the fish lunged toward the child, triggering a struggle. In what she described as a “fight for survival,” she managed to overpower the animal after a physical confrontation. The creature has since been described by locals as the largest ever caught from the river. Eyewitnesses in the background of a n...

 NIDCOM CHAIRMAN ABIKE SAYS NIGERIA IS READY FOR  INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman /CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has assured Nigerians and investors in the Diaspora that Nigeria is conducive and ready to welcome all investors to the country as the country has all it takes for investment opportunities. She gave this assurance while delivering a keynote address as Guest Speaker at the prestigious Pre-Africa Diaspora Investment Summit (ADIS26) Partnerships Dinner in Silicon Valley, California, United States of America. The exclusive dinner served as a prelude to the main African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2026 (ADIS26), which took place at Santa Clara University under the theme “Bridging Africa & Silicon Valley: Shaping the Future of Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth.” Dabiri-Erewa highlighted Nigeria’s strategic focus on harnessing the expertise, capital, and networks of its vibrant diaspora to drive national growth, economic...

 Tension Mounts in Anambra as Youths Attack Anglican, Catholic Churches in Igbariam Farm Settlement There is growing tension at the Igbariam Farm Settlement in Anambra East Local Government Area following a violent attack on the Christ Anglican Church and Holy Trinity Catholic Church by youths from the community. Venerable Obiora Igbokwe of Christ Anglican Church, Igbariam, who narrowly escaped being lynched during the incident, narrated the ordeal. He said the attackers, who claimed they came to harvest palm fruits in the historic farm settlement established by the defunct Eastern Nigerian government under late Premier Dr. Michael Okpara, caused significant damage to church property. The attack occurred around 7:30am on Saturday, March 11, 2026 (noted as weekend in reports). Venerable Igbokwe recounted that about 25 youths arrived on motorcycles and in a white car, armed with weapons. They chanted war songs, broke glass windows and burglary proofs at the parsonage, and destroyed s...

Abia APC in Turmoil as Benjamin Kalu’s Endorsement Sparks Fierce Backlash from Rival Aspirant The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State has been thrown into a fresh crisis as a major stakeholders’ meeting endorsed the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, as the party’s preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The endorsement, which drew participants from the three senatorial zones and all 17 local government areas of the state, has triggered strong opposition from another prominent aspirant, Mr. Mascot Uzor-Kalu. At the meeting held in Umuahia, some party leaders urged Benjamin Kalu to formally declare his intention to contest, describing him as a strong candidate capable of delivering victory for the APC in 2027. The South East representative at the Federal Capital Civil Service, Mr. Martins Azubuike, explained that the gathering was aimed at consolidating the gains of the last party congress and aggregating the views of Abians thr...

 2027 tussle: S’Court hears ADC, PDP crisis suits Tuesday The Supreme Court of Nigeria will on Tuesday hear separate appeals arising from leadership disputes in two opposition parties, the African Democratic Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party. The appeal by embattled ADC National Chairman, David Mark, is slated for hearing alongside that of the Governor Seyi Makinde-backed factional leadership of the PDP, led by Tanimu Turaki (SAN), both challenging judgments of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria. The PDP crisis is headed for judicial resolution at the apex court, as the Turaki-led faction is challenging the appellate court decision, which nullified its national convention and leadership structure. The faction had insisted that the judgment, if allowed to stand, would destabilise the party and had, therefore, approached the Supreme Court for a final determination of the dispute. Mark, a former Senate President, is seeking an order to stay the execution of the March 12 appellate ...

 Ekwulobia Crowned Champions of 2026 Aguata Easter Football Tournament  By Charity Ejiofor  The 2026 Easter Football Tournament concluded in grand style, drawing thousands of football enthusiasts from across Aguata LGA to witness an exciting display of talent, skill and community spirit. In the thrilling finals, Ekwulobia emerged as champions, defeating Igbo-Ukwu 1 - 0, while Achina claimed third place with a resounding 6 - 0 victory over Ora-Eri. Team. Ekwulobia received the coveted championship trophy and three million naira cash price, while Igboukwu and Achina were awarded two million naira and one million naira respectively for their outstanding performances. The event was graced by notable dignitaries, including the Deputy Governor of Anambra State, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, who performed the ceremonial kick-off for the final.Top political and community leaders were also in attendance, including Hon. Anayo Okpalaeke and Hon. Anthony Muobike, members of the Anambra St...

 CATHOLIC FAITHFUL CELEBRATE DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY Catholic faithful gathered to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday, marking the conclusion of Easter's octave. The event commemorates Jesus Christ's mercy, as revealed to Faustina Kowalska, promising special blessings and indulgences to devotees. In his sermon, Fr. Ambrose Ofodile resident in Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Enugu urged Catholics to strengthen their faith, citing Thomas the apostle's declaration, "My God, my Lord". He emphasized Jesus' words, "Peace be with you," calling on congregants to embody this peace in their interactions. The celebration featured readings from Acts 2:42-47 and 1 Peter 1:3-9, highlighting community, shared resources, and Christ's sacrifice for humanity's salvation.

 A Danville, Illinois City Official was forced to run for his life after being chased and shot at during a family fishing trip in Paris, Illinois.  Mr. Jones did an interview with The Vermilion Times with Kaighla White interviewing him. I have spoken to Mr. Jones who will be doing an interview with me after charges are filed. I also spoke to Miss White. All information is from a videotaped interview as well as following interviews with Miss White and after speaking with Mr. Jones. We do appreciate the Vermilion Times taking the time to allow Alderman Jones to tell his story and we are hoping the other individuals will be named so we can speak to them as well. They have not come forward publicly. The officials definitely know their names but have not released them yet.  Danville, Illinois Alderman (ward 1), Jaleel Jones, had family travel down from up north to Danville for a visit. The pair planned a fishing trip. Mr. Jones and his two cousins like to fish together and oft...

 A 58-year-old North Carolina woman was arrested after her 93-year-old husband was found unresponsive and bleeding on the floor. Yorleni Shoff placed a call to authorities at around 2 a.m. on the morning of Thursday, April 9th. Yorleni informed dispatchers that her elderly husband was injured on the floor.  Deputies arrived at their home, and 93-year-old Richard Shoff was discovered unresponsive and rushed to a nearby hospital with severe head injuries.  As deputies looked around the home, they began to notice evidence that an altercation had taken place.  Investigators would eventually uncover a broken vase that they believe Yorleni used to strike Richard. Yorleni Shoff was arrested on the scene. She is being charged with assault with a d*adly weapon inflicting serious injury and domestic violence. Yorleni Shoff had her bond set at $500,000.  There is no update on Richard's condition at this time.