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  DEVELOPING STORY: Man Found Unconscious After Allegedly Throwing Children From Storey Building in Aba A man was reportedly found unconscious but still breathing after allegedly falling from a storey building at New Phase of Umuobe by Barracks, Opobo Road, Obignwa, Abia State. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, has caused panic among residents of the area. Eyewitnesses told Magic FM Aba that the man allegedly threw two of his children from the building before attempting to throw down his wife. However, the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear. The two children were reportedly rushed to a hospital for medical attention. As of the time of filing this report, Magic FM Aba could not independently confirm their condition or whether they survived the fall. The man, who sustained an injury to the head, was still lying in front of his house and had yet to receive assistance as of the time of this report. Witnesses said he was unconscious but still breathing. Reside...

 Principle of Reciprocity in Foreign Policy I call on the Nigeria Immigration Service and the Federal Government of Nigeria to review the visa applications of South African artistes and their entourages in accordance with the principle of reciprocity in foreign policy. If it is confirmed that our Nigerian artiste Ayra Starr and her team were denied entry visas to South Africa, leading to the cancellation of their engagements, then Nigeria should respond with equivalent measures until Nigerian citizens and artistes are accorded fair and respectful treatment. This is not a call against Tyla as an individual. Rather, it is a call for Nigeria to uphold the principle of mutual respect that underpins international relations. Reciprocity is a recognized instrument of diplomacy. When our citizens face discriminatory or unjust treatment abroad, Nigeria must demonstrate that such actions carry corresponding consequences. Our foreign policy should protect the dignity of Nigerians everywhere a...

EFCC Arraigns Director, Company for Alleged Issuance of N10m Dud Cheque   The Abuja Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned Rhas Nigeria Limited and its director, Liwa Sarirddine before Justice A.H. Musa of the Federal Capital Territory High Court for fraud.   They were arraigned on a one-count charge, bordering on alleged issuance of dud cheque to the tune of N10 million.   The charge read: “That you Rhas Nigeria limited and Liwa Sarirddine (being the director of the said Rhas Nigeria Limited, sometime in 2020 in Abuja within the judicial division of this Honourable Court did obtain credit from Ismail and Partners in the sum of N10,000,000.00 (Ten million naira) by means of a cheque dated 15th/10/2020 which when presented for payment within three months of the date, was dishonoured and returned on the ground that there was no sufficient credit standing in the account for which the cheque was drawn and you there by committed ...

 Lagos Court Jails One for Money Laundering, Four Bureau de Change Operators for Illegal Forex Trading. Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court, sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, convicted and sentenced one Sunmonu Olasunkanmi Thaoban to four years’ imprisonment for money laundering. Sunmonu was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the EFCC on a two-count charge bordering on money laundering. One of the counts reads: “That you, Sunmonu Thaoban Olasunkanmi, sometime in 2023, in Lagos and within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, whilst acting as a middleman, indirectly disguised the origin of the sum of ₦16,000,000 (Sixteen Million Naira), being illicit gains accrued from your unlawful act, by converting same to a black G-Wagon Jeep, 2018 model, with chassis number 1C4HJWEGJL893461, which vehicle forms part of the proceeds of your unlawful activity, and you thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 18(2)(a) and punishable under Sec...

 Senate unanimously passes resolution urging no pardon or clemency for convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell   The Senate has unanimously approved a resolution stating that Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted sex trafficker who helped facilitate Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of underage girls, should not receive a presidential pardon or any form of executive clemency. The measure received support from both parties, with Republican senators not objecting to the resolution, which calls on the president to reject any pardon, sentence reduction, or other clemency for Maxwell. The resolution also expressed support for victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking while reaffirming a commitment to accountability and protecting children. The resolution is symbolic and does not carry legal authority. The Senate has previously approved similar measures, including one opposing potential clemency for former FTX executive Sam Bankman-Fried. President Donald Trump has not ruled out the p...

 Former Central Washington University soccer player Bryn Waite found dead in ocean near San Diego beach at 26    The body of former Central Washington University soccer player Bryn Waite was found in the ocean near a San Diego beach, with authorities investigating the circumstances surrounding her death. Police responded on July 22 after receiving a report of an unresponsive person floating near Scripps Pier at La Jolla Shores Beach. The woman was removed from the water and pronounced dead at the scene. The woman was later identified as Waite, 26, who was originally from Anchorage, Alaska. She played soccer for Central Washington University in Ellensburg during the 2018 and 2019 seasons, appearing in 15 games with eight starts and recording more than 700 minutes of playing time for the Wildcats. The university’s athletic department shared condolences following her death, remembering Waite as a talented student-athlete who excelled both on the field and in the classroom. O...

 IGP DISU MEETS  RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS, REITERATES NPF'S COMMITMENT TO RETIREES’ WELFARE The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc (+), NPM, today 30th July, 2026 met with a delegation of  Police Retired Officers Forum at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, in a consultative engagement focused on issues affecting retired police personnel, particularly concerns surrounding the administration and welfare of retired police officers. In his remarks, the IGP assured them that the Nigeria Police Force leadership remains deeply committed to addressing issues affecting Retired Officers. He emphasized that the welfare of retirees is a standing priority for the Force Management Team and that discussions concerning their well-being are a regular feature of management deliberations. IGP Disu further noted that the Force leadership will continue to maintain close engagement with retired police officers, stressing that their experience, guidance, and contributions rem...

 Shania Twain says husband Frédéric Thiébaud is the "forever true love" she'll grow old with Shania Twain says she has found her "forever true love" in husband Frédéric Thiébaud as the couple marks 15 years of marriage. Speaking to PEOPLE, the country star said Thiébaud is the person she sees herself growing old with and believes he would have been her lifelong partner even if they had met much earlier in life. Twain also credited her husband for keeping their relationship strong through open communication. She said Thiébaud is comfortable expressing his feelings and prefers to talk through disagreements, while she is more likely to take time alone to reflect before discussing an issue. According to Twain, his approach has helped strengthen their marriage. The couple began dating in 2009, got engaged in December 2010 and married on New Year's Day in 2011 during a small ceremony in Puerto Rico. Their relationship began after Twain's marriage to producer R...

 Spain requests emergency support after thousands of migrants enter Ceuta from Morocco Spanish authorities have declared a humanitarian emergency in Ceuta after a surge of migrant arrivals overwhelmed reception facilities in the European enclave. Ceuta President Juan Jesús Vivas said more than 1,500 migrants, including adults and minors, had arrived by sea in recent days, with more than 200 people entering daily. He said reception centres had reached capacity, prompting officials to ask Spain’s central government for additional support, including possible military assistance. Videos from Tarajal beach showed large groups of people moving across the shoreline and into nearby streets after crossing from Morocco. The groups included mostly young men, as well as some families with children. Ceuta, located on the northern coast of Africa, is one of the European Union’s only land borders with Africa, alongside Spain’s other enclave, Melilla. Spain’s Interior Ministry said several governm...

 Guinness record holder for world’s most premature baby celebrates toddler milestone The world's most premature baby, Nash Keen, is now thriving as a toddler after being born at just 21 weeks of gestation in July 2024. Born in Iowa weighing only 10 ounces, Nash arrived 133 days before his due date and later earned the Guinness World Record as the world's most premature baby. He spent 189 days in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), where he underwent treatment for complications associated with extreme prematurity, including emergency surgery at three weeks old for a bowel perforation. After being discharged, Nash was readmitted less than 48 hours later after contracting a respiratory virus and spent another 25 days in the pediatric intensive care unit before returning home. His mother, Mollie Keen, said Nash is now meeting developmental milestones at his own pace. “He is so determined. He hits every goal on his own timeline, and we couldn't be prouder,” she said. Accord...

  Diddy’s prison release date moved up after reported inmate fight Sean "Diddy" Combs' prison release date has been moved up for a third time amid reports he was involved in a physical altercation with a fellow inmate. According to records from the Federal Bureau of Prisons viewed by Us on Wednesday, July 29, Diddy, 56, is now eligible for release on January 24, 2028. "At this point, we do not have the necessary information to respond with any clarity," a spokesperson for Diddy told Us on Wednesday of the rescheduled release date. Diddy, who is currently serving a 50-month sentence at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey, was initially scheduled to be released on June 4, 2028. However, his release date has changed multiple times. US reported in March that the disgraced music mogul's release was moved up a month-and-a-half earlier, to April 25, 2028. Two months later, the date was changed to February 23, 2028. News of Diddy's new release date comes less than a week...

ANAMBRA HOS PROBES ALLEGED EXTORTION OF DEFUNCT AGENCY STAFF, INVITES PETITIONS FROM AFFECTED EMPLOYEES By MaryAnn Chukwuma The Anambra State Head of Civil Service, Ngozi Anuli Iwouno, Esq., mni, has constituted an Investigation Committee to probe allegations of extortion reportedly perpetrated against staff of the defunct Anambra State Water Corporation and Anambra State Environmental Protection Agency (ANSEPA), while inviting affected staff to submit petitions. The disclosure was made in a release issued and signed on  July 28, by the Head of Civil Service, Ngozi Anuli Iwouno, Esq., mni. According to the release, staff members of the two defunct agencies who were allegedly compelled to pay money to any individual or group in connection with matters relating to their employment, entitlements or any related official process have been invited to submit written petitions. The petitions should clearly state the details of the alleged extortion and be addressed to the Secretary, Invest...

 Anambra, Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority Partner on Safe Use of Radioactive Materials By Stanley Nwako The Anambra State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening radiation safety and healthcare services through a strategic partnership with the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA). The commitment was made when a delegation from the NNRA, led by the South East Zonal Coordinator, Mr. Ekene Efienemokwu, paid a courtesy visit to the Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, to discuss areas of collaboration in the regulation and safe use of radioactive materials. Speaking during the visit, Mr. Efienemokwu said the purpose of the meeting was to acquaint the commissioner with the agency's statutory mandate of regulating radioactive materials from the point of importation to their final use in hospitals, diagnostic centres and other licensed facilities. He explained that the authority is responsible for ensuring that radioactive materials are ...

 BBNaija S11 Martins Sparks Debate: 'Woman No Dey Come My House' When Girlfriend Isn't Around Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Martins has ignited a fiery debate among viewers after candidly discussing his unconventional approach to friendships with women and maintaining relationship boundaries. During a revealing conversation with fellow housemate Oyin, Martins laid bare his personal rules, particularly concerning female visitors to his home. The discussion took an interesting turn when Martins asserted that he is the type of individual who could comfortably share a room or even a bed with a woman without any romantic or sexual entanglement occurring. This statement, delivered with confidence, immediately piqued Oyin's curiosity and prompted a challenging question. Oyin probed, asking if such behaviour might be perceived as disrespectful to his girlfriend. Martins, however, stood firm on his stance, explaining that his actions are, in fact, geared towards preventi...

 Adidas CEO Calls Surfeit of Pink Boots at World Cup an 'Accident' Adidas Chief Executive Officer Bjorn Gulden has addressed the overwhelming presence of pink football boots at the World Cup, describing the visual uniformity across competing sportswear brands as an unintentional coincidence. Speaking during a press conference covering the company’s quarterly financial results, Gulden responded to inquiries regarding the unusual dominance of identical footwear shades worn by top players throughout the tournament. An Unintended Overlap Across Brands "It was an accident," Gulden acknowledged when questioned about the monochromatic trend on the field. "I think it’s a coincidence, and I hope it will not happen again." While noting that pink remains an attractive aesthetic choice for footwear, the chief executive admitted his surprise that multiple rival manufacturers selected the exact same hue simultaneously. Sportswear giants typically keep prospective design p...

 Egypt confirms drone caused fire on two gas vessels at Damietta A drone ​caused the fire that engulfed two gas vessels at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Damietta, the Egyptian cabinet said on Thursday, confirming ‌that the blaze which erupted a day earlier was the result of an attack rather than an accident. No party has claimed responsibility for the incident which happened not far from the Suez Canal that has become the last safe evacuation route for Saudi oil to global markets. Authorities were continuing their investigations and taking necessary measures to protect ​Egypt's national security, the cabinet added, Reuters reported. British maritime security firm Ambrey said on Wednesday that a drone had hit a U.S.-owned gas storage ​tanker at the port, in an initial assessment that raised concerns about a further spread of conflict across the ⁠Middle East. Three trading sources familiar with the incident said the drone hit floating storage tanker Energos Winter, causing a fire...

 Governor Yusuf Receives FG Delegation Ahead Of Groundbreaking Of Kano Light Rail Project Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has received a delegation from the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) and Mota-Engil Nigeria ahead of the groundbreaking ceremony of the Kano Light Rail Project recently approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor's spokesman Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa which indicates that the delegation, led by the Dr. Armstrong Ume Takang of Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI) and the Chairman of Mota-Engil Nigeria, Mr. Kola Karim met with the Governor at the Kano State Governor's Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, to brief him on the level of preparations for the commencement of the project. The Kano Light Rail Project, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at a contract sum of ₦1.05 trillion, is expected to transform urban transportation in Kano, improve connectivity, ease traffic congestion and stimulate economic activiti...

  Former Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and former Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji, has passed on at the age of 88. He passed away in the early hours of Thursday at a hospital in Abuja after a brief illness. The late statesman's body is expected to arrive in Sokoto, where burial arrangements are underway.

 (⚠️NOTE THIS PAGE DOES NOT SUPPORT VIOLENCE) TYLA SHOW WILL NOT BE HAPPENING IN NIGERIA This is a message to SOUTH AFRICANS WE ARE AFRICANS AND WE DONT UNALIVE OUR OWN, since you people have taken it upon yourselves to unalive other Africans because according to you guys other African nationalities living in South Africa are taking your jobs  WE ARE STANDING IN SOLIDARITY TO SAY NO TO THE PROMOTERS AND CELEBRITIES FROM SOUTHAFRICA WHO HAVE REFUSED TO SPEAK UP AGAINST THESE ATTACKS ON OTHER AFRICANS LIVING IN SOUTH AFRICA #NOTOXENOPHOBICATTACKS  #ratelmovement SAYNOTOXENOPHOBICATTACKS.  Watch video below. 

 ‎WAFCON 2026 ‎ The Wafcon 2026 has completed their first round of play in all the four grpups. Here are the results. ‎ ‎ ‎GROUP A ‎1. Morocco 🇲🇦 3 Points  ‎2. Algeria 🇩🇿 3 Points  ‎3. Senegal 🇸🇳 0 Point  ‎4. Kenya 🇰🇪 0 Point  ‎ ‎GROUP B ‎1. Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 3 Points  ‎2. Tanzania 🇹🇿 3 Points  ‎3. South Africa 🇿🇦 0 Point  ‎4. Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 0 Point  ‎ ‎GROUP C ‎1. Zambia 🇿🇲 3 Points  ‎2. Malawi 🇲🇼 3 Points  ‎3. Nigeria 🇳🇬 0 Point  ‎4. Egypt 🇪🇬 0 Point  ‎ ‎GROUP D ‎1. Ghana 🇬🇭 3 Points  ‎2. Cameroon 🇨🇲 3 Points  ‎3. Mali 🇲🇱 0 Point  ‎4. Cape Verde 🇨🇻 0 Point  ‎ ‎ ‎The shape of the groups will significantly change in the second rpund of play, as losers fight to come back or face elimination. South Africa, Nigeria, Senegal and Egypt will definately work hard to bounce back. Zambia got their 3 points, and Malawi, too, but the next matches will be tougher.  Zambia faces of...

 Anthony Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment during Senate hearing on COVID-19 origins and pandemic response questions     Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights Wednesday during a Senate hearing, refusing to answer questions about the COVID-19 pandemic, its origins and his actions while leading the nation’s response. Fauci appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee as lawmakers examined issues surrounding the pandemic and his former role as director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. In his opening remarks, Fauci said he made the decision on the advice of his attorneys, despite his long history of cooperating with Congress. He said he had testified or briefed lawmakers more than 200 times during his nearly four decades leading the agency. Fauci accused committee Chairman Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., of repeatedly targeting him and said he believed the hearing was intended to get him to provide statements t...

 A Tennessee family, and an entire community, has been left stunned and grieving after a pack of dogs took the life of a man out for a jog. When 43-year-old Marko Bursey arrived in Henning, Tennessee, to visit his parents, he had no idea that he would never be returning back to his home in Nashville. Marko could have never imagined the terrible fate that awaited him, lurking in the woods, near an abandoned school.  However, Marko's horrific death has had an indelible effect on not just his loved ones but an entire community as they search for answers on how this tragedy unfolded. The recent release of the 911 call Marko made provides a window into the horror of that July morning.  This father of six children had only recently arrived at his parents' home in Henning to visit with his loved ones.  On the morning of July 20th, Marko was up early and determined to get a run-in before he drove his daughter to work. Marko headed for a nearby walking trail located behind th...

 An Amish community was shocked when one of their own was discovered face down, nude, and bruised while her pet goat wandered aimlessly around her lifeless body. Rutland, Ohio- A small tight-knit Amish community came together to build a greenhouse on March 12th of 2025. 28-year-old Rosanna Kinsinger was amongst the workers that day. She had no way of knowing that she was working side-by-side with the man who would take her life. During that day's labor, the young school teacher caught the eye of 19-year-old Samuel Hochstelter. As the two worked, Samuel spent most of the day attempting to flirt with Rosanna.  However, Samuel's efforts to impress Rosanna fell flat. Rosanna was clearly uninterested; ignoring his constant advances. When his attempts to impress Rosanna failed, Samuel decided that he would not be denied. After work was done that day, Samuel would pay a visit to Rosanna's trailer and take by force what she was denying him. The next morning, everyone showed up to g...

 Hilarious Moment Peller Halts Registry Wedding Over 5-Year Bigamy Jail Term Warning In a moment that has sparked widespread laughter and reactions across social media, popular content creator Peller briefly halted his registry wedding proceedings after hearing about the strict legal penalties associated with bigamy. A Warning That Paused the Ceremony The dramatic yet hilarious incident unfolded while Peller (Abibu Adelaja Hamzat) and his partner, Jarvis (Elizabeth), were standing before the acting registrar to tie the knot. As is standard practice during court marriages, the registrar began outlining the legal framework governing their union. However, the mood quickly shifted from romantic to comedic when the registrar warned the couple about the consequences of bigamy entering into another marriage while still legally bound to one's spouse. She emphasized that violating this rule is an offense punishable by a minimum of five years in prison, with absolutely no option of a fine. ...

 Nigeria and Canada Move Closer to Launching Direct Flights The Federal Government of Nigeria is accelerating plans to establish direct flight connectivity with Canada, aiming to ease travel constraints for thousands of passengers who currently rely on connecting flights through Europe and the United States. Nigeria's Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, reaffirmed the government's commitment to this milestone during a high-profile meeting in Abuja with a Canadian delegation led by David Sproule, the Chargé d’Affaires of the High Commission of Canada to Nigeria. Addressing the High Demand for Direct Routes For years, travelers journeying between Nigeria and Canada have faced prolonged travel times due to the absence of a direct air link. Minister Keyamo expressed strong optimism about the proposed route, noting that passenger traffic data underscores a massive, consistent demand that justifies immediate action. According to Keyamo, the establishment of...

 Port Harcourt Customs Seize N59m Expired Drugs, Hand Over Consignment to NAFDAC In a major victory for public health, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Port Harcourt Area I Command has successfully intercepted and confiscated a massive shipment of expired pharmaceutical products valued at over N59 million. The dangerous cargo has been officially transferred to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to ensure it does not reach unsuspecting consumers. A Joint Effort to Protect Public Health The handover ceremony, which took place at the Command's headquarters in Port Harcourt, highlights the active inter-agency collaboration existing within Nigeria's security and regulatory framework. Representatives from key institutions, including the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), the Department of State Services (DSS), freight forwarding associations, and various industry stakeholders, witnessed the transfer of the illicit goods. According to...

 Picking Jerry Adams As Running Mate Has Increased Gov. Uba Sani's Chances Of Reelection — Steven Kefas Political commentator Steven Kefas has described Governor Uba Sani's choice of Jerry Adams as his running mate as a strategic political decision that has significantly strengthened the governor's prospects for reelection in the 2027 governorship election. In a social media post, Kefas said the nomination alone has increased Uba Sani's chances of securing a second term by more than 70 percent, arguing that Adams enjoys widespread acceptance among the grassroots. According to him, Jerry Adams has distinguished himself as one of the few government officials who has remained accessible to the people, rather than distancing himself from the public. Kefas noted that such a quality has been largely absent among political appointees from Southern Kaduna over the past 12 years. He further argued that the development has placed the opposition in Kaduna State under greater press...

 DSS Invites Journalist Reuben Buhari For Questioning The Department of State Services (DSS) has reportedly invited veteran journalist Reuben Buhari for questioning. Buhari confirmed the invitation in a Facebook post, stating that he received a call from a DSS officer requesting him to come in for what was described as a "chat." The invitation reportedly followed a report he published concerning security issues in parts of Kaduna State. Following reports of the invitation, human rights lawyer and activist Professor Chidi Odinkalu criticised the development, questioning why the journalist was invited over his report. He described Buhari as a respected journalist and expressed support for him.

 Ugandan opposition figure Besigye in ICU after court collapse: wife Detained prominent Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye, who collapsed while in court on Wednesday, is unconscious and has been admitted to an intensive care unit, his wife said in an X post early on Thursday. Besigye, 70, collapsed in a court in the capital Kampala where he is standing trial for treason. He was taken away in an ambulance. In a post on the X platform, Winnie Byanyima, who also heads ⁠the United Nations AIDS programme UNAIDS, said her husband had been admitted to an ICU at Mulago National Referral Hospital in the capital. "He is unconscious, unable to speak, and unresponsive even to a pain stimulus," she said, Reuters reported. Besigye has been in custody since November 2024 after he was detained together with his aide Obeid Lutale and subsequently charged with treason.

 EFCC PRESS STATEMENT Hamza Musa Mai Bulawus Not Wanted by the EFCC The  Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC,  wishes to disclaim a WANTED publication made  by a certain Abdullahi Saidu Shugaba on his Facebook account: Zamfara State Media Forum, that Hamza Musa Mai Bulawus was declared WANTED by the Commission.   The Commission has no case with Bulawus and he is not on its WANTED List.  Any publication to the contrary is fictitious and contrived.  The public is enjoined to ignore it.  Dele Oyewale Head, Media & Publicity July 29,  2026

 Man Bags One Year  for Illegal Foreign Exchange Transactions in Lagos Justice T. A. Aluko of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, convicted and sentenced Saheed Zubair Danjuma to twelve months' imprisonment for engaging in foreign exchange transactions outside the official foreign exchange market. Danjuma was arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a one-count charge bordering on engaging in foreign exchange transactions other than through the official foreign exchange market, contrary to Section 11(1)(a) and punishable under Section 11(2)(a) of the National Economic Intelligence Committee (Establishment, etc.) Act, 1994. The charge reads: "That you, SAHEED ZUBAIR DANJUMA, sometime in 2026, at Lagos within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, engaged in foreign exchange transactions with Usman Muhammad other than through the official foreign exchange market and thereby c...

 NIGERIA POLICE FORCE REPATRIATES WANTED WILDLIFE TRAFFICKER TO CHINA NIGERIA POLICE FORCE REPATRIATES WANTED WILDLIFE TRAFFICKER TO SHANGHAI, PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, has successfully arrested and repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Cai Jinlian, 42, to the People’s Republic of China to face charges relating to the trafficking of endangered wildlife. Jinlian is wanted for smuggling approximately 12 tonnes of tree pangolin scales from Nigeria into China in two consignments between November 2018 and April 2019, following investigations by the Anti-Smuggling Sub Bureau of Wenzhou Customs. His two accomplices were convicted and sentenced to over 14 years’ imprisonment by the Wenzhou Intermediate People’s Court of Zhejiang Province in December 2020. After fleeing China to Egypt on July 12, 2019, a warrant for Jinlian’s arrest was issued on March 24, 2020, followed by the publication of an INTERPOL Red Not...

 PRESIDENT TINUBU EULOGIZES DR THOMPSON ABAYOMI OSHIN ON HIS CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY President Bola Tinubu congratulates Dr Thompson Abayomi Oshin, a renowned healthcare professional, educator, and humanitarian, on his 100th birthday. Dr Oshin, widely regarded as the father of physiotherapy in Nigeria, is a pioneer of physiotherapy in Africa. He is the first head and consultant physiotherapist at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, and served as the first Secretary-General of the African Physiotherapy Organisation following his election in Cairo in 1980. A statement by Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga says the President also salutes Pa Oshin, who helped transform physiotherapy from a hospital-based technical service into a respected university-level profession, laying the foundation for modern physiotherapy education and practice in Nigeria. The President celebrates Pa Oshin for his pioneering contributions to Nigeria’s health sect...

  Oprah Winfrey is closing her South Africa Girls’ Academy after 20 year Oprah Winfrey has announced that the girls' school she founded in South Africa will shut down in 2027 after 20 years of operation. Following the completion of the 2027 academic year, the school campus will be returned to South Africa’s Gauteng Department of Education, as envisioned in the original partnership agreement for the school, according to Oprah Daily. Current students will still be able to complete the remainder of their schooling with uninterrupted financial support. While operations will be run by local officials, Winfrey will still continue her support with a new scholarship program, set to begin after OWLAG’s students have graduated. A rep for Winfrey told People the program will “double the amount of girls who will have access to education through this model.” The rep added, “That is the core of the decision to shift to this new model after seeing the success of the students the past 20 years.” A...

 Congo audit finds pollution linked to French-British oil firm's operations, ministry says A government audit into the operations of French-British oil company Perenco in Democratic Republic of Congo found it responsible for polluting the environment with potentially harmful effects ‌on the local population, according to preliminary findings shared with Reuters on Wednesday. The hydrocarbons ministry said it found pollution attributable to oil activities carried ​out by Perenco's onshore and offshore units in the ​Muanda area, along the country's narrow Atlantic coastline. The ministry ⁠shared the findings in response to an emailed request for ​comment on a Human Rights Watch report published on Monday that ​said Perenco's operations exposed nearby communities to health risks. The audit found negative impacts on soil and air quality, notably from gas flaring near inhabited areas, ​the ministry said, without giving details of the pollutants or ​their potential effects. T...