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 NOUN bursar shot dead in Zamfara. Nasiru Marafa, the bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), has been k!lled. Oladipo Ajayi, NOUN registrar and secretary to council, announced Marafa’s death in a statement on Sunday, September 6. According to Ajayi, Marafa was shot while returning from Gusau, Zamfara state capital. “The Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, Senate, Staff and Students of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), regrets to announce the sudden and untimely passing of the University Bursar, Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa, which occurred today, Sunday, 6th September 2026,” the statement reads. “According to information available to the University, Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa was reportedly shot while returning from Gusau.” Marafa was appointed bursar of the university on September 17, 2022, for a five-year tenure scheduled to end in September 2027. Ajayi described the deceased as a dedicated and committed staff member of t...

 Vintage vampire hunting kit sparks bidding frenzy — includes bones and bloody stains Fangs for the memories. A vintage vampire hunting kit in Florida has sparking a bidding war online thanks to its massive size, rare artifacts and tiny zombie priest carving. The kit, which dates back to the mid-1800s, was discovered by Zev Antiques in Hallandale Beach, just north of Miami, and listed on Live Auctioneers, where dozens of anonymous bidders staked the price at $3,000. Antiques artillery expert Vlad Krechmar, who joked that his true name was “Vlad the Impaler” after the blood-thirsty Romanian legend, told The Post that the coffin-shaped kit was “most likely a violin case customized to hold all necessary items” for a swift kill. That includes Vampire 101 items like two wooden stakes, a giant crucifix and a Belgian pistol that Krechmar said could hold lead bullets “coated with various potions” to murder the (usually) immortal monsters. The kit, which weighs 11.4 pounds, also comes with ...

 Chaos at San Diego school as kids shut out of classrooms until January due to mold An elementary school in San Diego County has shut its doors for students and teachers until January after mold was discovered in several places inside the campus. Del Sur Elementary School, part of the Poway Unified School District, initially aimed to reopen by September 21 after temporarily relocating to nearby Stone Ranch Elementary. But officials determined that the issues require a much longer timeline to fully resolve. Poway Unified stated that the extension gives crews enough time to finish remediation and test building systems during routine operations. “Our priority is creating a safe and supportive learning environment for students. If the campus is ready sooner, we will return sooner; if additional work is needed, we will take the time necessary to complete it,” the district said, as reported by CBS News. Meanwhile, parents continue to speak out about the impact of deadly mold on their chi...

 Jamaica Takes Slavery Reparations Fight To King Charles As Delegation Arrives In UK A Jamaican government delegation has arrived in the United Kingdom to formally present a landmark petition to King Charles III seeking legal guidance on Britain’s responsibility for slavery and its lasting consequences. The delegation, led by Jamaica’s Culture Minister Olivia Grange, is expected to lodge the petition with the King on Monday. Rather than directly demanding a financial payout from the monarch, Jamaica is asking King Charles, in his capacity as Jamaica’s head of state, to refer key legal questions to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council. The petition seeks clarification on whether the forced transportation and enslavement of Africans in Jamaica was lawful, whether slavery constituted a crime against humanity, and whether Britain has a legal obligation to provide restitution for the harm caused by slavery and its enduring legacy. Grange said the effects of slavery continue to af...

 Ebonyi First Lady Mary-Maudline Nwifuru Delights Fans with Viral TikTok Challenge In a refreshing departure from formal state duties, the First Lady of Ebonyi State, Mrs. Mary-Maudline Uzoamaka Nwifuru, has captured the hearts of netizens by participating in a viral social media trend. A video circulating online shows the First Lady alongside her close friends letting loose and showcasing their playful side as they partook in a popular TikTok challenge. The clip, which has since gone viral, highlights a more relaxed, relatable side of the governor's wife, earning praise from social media users who appreciate her vibrant and youthful spirit. A Lighthearted Moment in the Spotlight While public figures, especially those in political offices, are often seen in formal and highly structured environments, Mrs. Nwifuru’s latest social media appearance offers a glimpse into her personal life and friendships. Clad in stylish casual wear, the First Lady and her circle executed the challenge ...

 Arise TV Clash: Presidential Aide Tope Fasua Calls Out Anchor After Live Glovo Correction A live broadcast on Arise News took an unexpected and tense turn on Saturday, September 5, 2026, when Tope Fasua, the Special Adviser to the President on Economic Matters, clashed with anchor Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie over a factual error. The Misleading Claim and Live Correction While speaking on the administration's economic milestones and the foreign investment landscape, Fasua addressed the dynamics of the local delivery and tech markets. In an effort to illustrate that foreign investments were still robust, he asserted that Uber had acquired a local delivery firm. “When Uber was leaving Nigeria, they went and bought Glovo, a Nigerian company that is into food deliveries and other kinds of deliveries. They bought that company for $16.9 billion,” Fasua claimed during the live segment. Arise TV anchor Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie immediately stepped in to correct the factual error, clarifying that Glovo i...

 JIGAWA GOVERNMENT APPOINTS DR. LAWAN AHMED MUHAMMAD SANI AS 17TH EMIR OF GUMEL Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has approved the appointment of Dr. Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani as the 17th Emir of Gumel. In a statement by the Secretary to the Jigawa State Government, Bala Ibrahim, the appointment follows the recommendation of the Gumel Emirate Council Kingmakers and the Jigawa State Council of Chiefs. It adds, Governor Umar Namadi congratulated the new Emir and wished him successful service to the Gumel Emirate and the nation.                                              Dr. Lawan Ahmed Muhammad Sani succeeds his father, the late Emir of Gumel, Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Sani II, who died on Thursday, September third, 2026, after 46 years on the throne. Until his appointment, the new Emir was the Chiroman Gumel and served as Director of Cyber Security at the National Informat...

 Susan Sarandon says movies have been 'taken away' from her due to her political beliefs Susan Sarandon used the premiere of her Italian film The Echo Chamber at the Venice Film Festival to reflect on how her outspoken politics have affected her career. The 79‑year‑old actress explained that despite a shift in public awareness, she continues to face professional setbacks, noting that agencies still advise studios not to hire her.  While she feels welcomed internationally, she acknowledged that major studios in the U.S. remain hesitant, illustrating the enduring influence of entrenched power structures. Discussing her latest project, Sarandon expressed gratitude to director Andrea Pallaoro for ignoring industry warnings and casting her in the film. She suggested that although there has been progress in public understanding, strong opposition persists within Hollywood, particularly from those she described as unwilling to soften their stance toward her.  Nevertheless, she e...

 NYSC Anambra Sensitises Nursing, Pregnant Corps Members on Service Year Duties ‎ ‎By Nkiru Anakor ‎ ‎The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Anambra State Secretariat, has sensitised 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II nursing and pregnant Corps Members who were exempted from the Orientation Course on their responsibilities, welfare and expectations during the service year.  ‎ ‎The sensitisation programme, held on Sept. 3 at the Obi of Onitsha Civic Arena, Onitsha, was conducted by the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Pauline Ojisua. The programme brought together Corps Members serving in Onitsha North, Onitsha South, Idemili North, Idemili South, Ogbaru and Oyi Local Government Areas. ‎ ‎Addressing the participants, Mrs. Ojisua provided detailed guidance on key aspects of the NYSC programme which they could not participate in during the Orientation Course. She urged them to familiarise themselves with and comply fully with the rules and regulations governing the service year. ‎ ‎She furth...

 AHEAD OF CLOSURE OF FIRST NIGER BRIDGE, FRSC ANAMBRA DEPLOYS PERSONNEL The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Anambra State Sector Command, has deployed personnel to strategic locations across Onitsha and its environs ahead of the temporary closure of the First Niger Bridge from September 7 to 21, 2026. The deployment is part of proactive measures by the Corps, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, to ensure effective traffic management, smooth vehicular movement, and the safety of road users throughout the two-week closure. The Sector Commander, FRSC RS5.3 Anambra Corps Commander Bridget Asekhauno, disclosed this following a working visit and road audit conducted on September 5, along major routes connecting to the Second Niger Bridge, which will serve as a major alternative route during the closure. The exercise was conducted in collaboration with the Sector Commander, FRSC RS5.3 Anambra; Sector Head of Operations, Controller, Federal Ministry of Works, Anambra State Chapt...

 Earthquake hits Los Angeles overnight Sunday An earthquake briefly shook parts of LA‘s South Bay early Sunday, catching residents off guard overnight. The US Geological Survey recorded the quake at magnitude 3.2, with the epicenter located 2 miles southeast of Compton. It struck shortly after midnight, at approximately 12:15 a.m. The earthquake originated nearly 8 miles below the surface, according to the USGS. People in communities across the area said they felt the tremor, though there were no immediate indications of a major impact. No injuries or damage had been reported following the earthquake. Officials will continue watching for any additional seismic activity.

 Kim Kardashian and ex Kanye West keep their distance as they support daughter North at her first solo concert Exes Kim Kardashian and Kanye West kept their distance while supporting their daughter North West at her first solo concert in Chicago. The Skims co-founder and the Grammy winner watched the 13-year-old take the stage while in separate sections of The Vic Theatre on Saturday, per a TikTok video. Kanye, 49, proudly recorded the teenager’s set, attentively watching the show alongside his crew on one balcony, while Kardashian was joined by her friends on a parallel one. Kardashian, 45, took to her Instagram Stories to share a video of the sold-out crowd standing shoulder to shoulder as they waited for the performance to start. A separate clip showed fans jumping up and down while cheering. The blossoming pop star performed several tracks from her “N0rth4evr” debut EP and reportedly sang unreleased tracks. North’s debut solo concert comes after she canceled her first headlinin...

 Nigerian woman declared missing by family found in Qatar hospital The 37-year-old Nigerian woman whose family raised alarm that she disappeared after arriving in Doha, Qatar, has been found safe in a hospital. The woman, identified as Saratu Jibo, had travelled from Lagos to Doha aboard Qatar Airways flight QR1408 but became unreachable after arriving in the country. Her family said she failed to contact them and she could not be located by the person designated to pick her up from the airport. Her brother, Jonathan Jibo, raised alarm and appealed for help in finding her. Jibo disclosed that his sister was travelling to Qatar for the first time and did not have friends in the country who could immediately assist in tracing her.  Her accommodation had reportedly been arranged and paid for months before the journey, while a designated pick-up person was waiting at the airport but could not locate her. The woman, who had worked at Lagos airport for nearly 12 years, was expected ...

 U.S Rejects UN Bid To Redraw World Maps, Warns: “We Will Vote No” The United States has rejected a United Nations resolution seeking to change how the world is represented on maps, warning that the initiative reflects a broader ideological agenda and risks further damaging the credibility of the global body. The resolution, led by Togo on behalf of the African Union, calls for more accurate and equitable cartographic representations, particularly of Africa, whose size is significantly understated by widely used projections such as the Mercator map. It promotes the use of equal-area projections, including the Equal Earth projection, which more accurately represents the relative size of continents. Supporters argue that maps are not merely technical tools but can influence how people understand geography, history and the importance of different regions. Togo has linked the initiative to “cognitive justice” and historical redress, arguing that distorted representations have contribut...

 After Two Years In Nigeria, Ex-Sierra Leone President Koroma Finally Returns Home As Treason Case Is Dropped Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma has departed Nigeria and returned to Sierra Leone after spending more than two years in the country amid a high-profile treason case. Koroma left Sierra Leone for Nigeria in January 2024 after being granted permission to travel for medical treatment while facing charges connected to an alleged coup attempt. The treason case was subsequently dropped by Sierra Leonean authorities, clearing the way for the former president to return home. His departure brings a major chapter to a political saga that began with the alleged November 2023 coup attempt in Sierra Leone, which led to the arrest and prosecution of several people. Koroma has denied any involvement in the alleged plot. The former president, who served as Sierra Leone’s leader from 2007 to 2018, remained in Nigeria throughout the legal proceedings. His return is expected t...

   "My Husband Is a Secure Man": Mo Bimpe Shuts Down Criticisms Over Viral Video With Jide Awobona Nollywood actress Mo Bimpe has officially responded to the online buzz and criticism surrounding a viral video from a recent Lagos movie premiere. The actress addressed concerns raised by fans regarding her interaction with colleague Jide Awobona, emphasizing the strength and security of her marriage to fellow actor Lateef Adedimeji. The Premiere Video That Sparked Debate The controversy began following the star-studded premiere of A Mama Deola Wedding Story in Lagos on September 2, 2026. In a brief video clip circulating online, Mo Bimpe dressed in an elegant white bridal-inspired outfit was seen with her arm resting on Jide Awobona's shoulder as they chatted and scrolled through a phone together. Seated right next to the duo was Mo Bimpe’s husband, Lateef Adedimeji. Some social media users were quick to analyze the footage, claiming that Lateef appeared visibly uncomfortab...

 Nollywood Actress Ruth Kadiri Debunks Tragic Death Rumors: 'I Am Alive' Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Ruth Kadiri Ezerika, has debunked widely circulated rumors claiming she passed away in a tragic car accident. Taking to social media, the screen star expressed her distress and firmly assured her fans and well-wishers that she is safe, healthy, and very much alive. The false reports, which began gaining traction on various social media platforms, claimed that the actress had lost her life in a fatal crash. Reacting swiftly to curb the spread of the misinformation, Kadiri released a video message to set the record straight. "Hey guys, please note that I'm alive. I did not have an accident. I'm safe," she stated reassuringly in the video clip. Ruth Kadiri Expresses Frustration Over Malicious Death Hoaxes Alongside her video statement, the visibly upset actress penned an emotional plea, begging her followers to help report any social media accounts or...

 Sarah Martins Cries Out Over Alleged Threats and Harassment From Dispatch Rider She Helped Nollywood actress and popular social media influencer Sarah Martins has raised the alarm over what she describes as persistent harassment and threats to her life from a dispatch rider she once tried to assist. Taking to her official Instagram page, the movie star recounted the troubled history between herself and the rider. According to Sarah, the friction began during an earlier encounter when she reported him to his employers following an alleged incident of harassment after a delivery. Although the rider was suspended, he reportedly claimed he had been sacked, prompting public backlash against the actress. From Public Backlash to a Gesture of Goodwill In a bid to resolve the tension and out of pity, Sarah reached out to the dispatch rider. She revealed that she went as far as taking him out for lunch and shopping. However, she soon began to notice what she described as an "entitled attit...

 LAWMA DISENGAGES SWEEPERS OVER ILLEGAL DUMPING IN OWORONSHOKI … Arrests Two Suspected Illegal Waste Dumpers The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has disengaged some street sweepers, their supervisors and the service provider, following investigations that established their involvement in indiscriminate waste dumping along the Oworonshoki-Beger axis of Lagos. Speaking on the development at the weekend, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said that the action followed the Authority’s sustained investigation and surveillance of the median, identified as a recurring waste blackspot, and the confession of the sweepers to perpetrating the untoward act.   He said that the sweepers, their supervisors and the service provider were disengaged from the cleaning operation to underscore the Authority’s commitment to ensuring that all personnel and service providers engaged in waste management in the State upheld the standards expecte...

 PRESIDENT TINUBU SALUTES PROFESSOR MUHAMMAD ALI PATE ON HIS BIRTHDAY President Bola Tinubu congratulates Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, on his birthday on September 6. S statement by the Special Adviser to the President Information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga the President celebrates the distinguished and globally acclaimed health professional on this special occasion, lauding his invaluable contributions to Nigeria's health and social welfare sector. President Tinubu acknowledges the significant transformation in the health sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda through Pate's ministry, particularly the revitalisation of over 3,100 primary healthcare centres; the reorganisation of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), enabling over 37 million Nigerians to access basic healthcare; and the upgrade of health facilities across the country. The statement also highlights the investments in health infrastructure and manpower, su...

 U.S Envoys Reach Ukraine After Putin Talks As Trump’s Peace Push Intensifies US President Donald Trump’s top negotiators, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, have arrived in Kyiv for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, just a day after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The White House said the US envoys held a three-hour meeting with Putin and discussed “substantive plans for next steps” aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The exact details of the proposals remain unclear, but US officials said they are hoping for equally productive discussions in Kyiv, with a possible announcement expected in the coming weeks. Zelensky said Ukraine was ready for the discussions and remained interested in bringing the war to an end, while insisting that any peace agreement must include credible security guarantees. The diplomatic efforts are unfolding alongside continued attacks. Ukraine said it struck a Russian oil refinery, an airfield and two air-defence systems, w...

 LJLA GRADUATES 2025/2026 COHORT, INDUCTS 30 NEW FELLOWS  •Sanwo-Olu Urges Young Leaders to Shape Lagos’ Future The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) has celebrated the graduation of its 2025/2026 cohort and welcomed the 2026/2027 cohort, reaffirming its dedication to nurturing young Nigerians for leadership and public service. Speaking during the graduation and induction event held in Ikeja on Friday evening, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu urged the graduates of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy to utilise the knowledge and experience gained during their fellowship to promote positive change and bolster leadership across Nigeria. He encouraged the young leaders to view the programme not as the conclusion of their training, but as the start of their duty to society. Governor Sanwo-Olu, was honoured with an award at the ceremony, where 30 fellows of the 2024/2025 cohort, known as the “Class of Catalysts,” were presented with their certificates of completion and the indu...

 IFAKO IJAIYE GH ORGANISES MAIDEN EDITION OF SCHOOL READY HEALTH OUTREACH   The Ifako Ijaiye General Hospital recently hosted students from various communities across Ifako Ijaiye Local Government and Ojokoro LCDA for its maiden edition of the School Ready free health outreach. The outreach, themed "Healthy Children; Bright Future", is in collaboration with Ifako Ijaiye Local Government and Ojokoro Local Council Development Area. In her welcome address, the Medical Director/CEO of the Hospital, Dr. Oluyemi Taiwo, said the School Ready Health Outreach programme is dedicated to enhancing health awareness and elevating healthcare services for children, with a commitment to securing a brighter future for children from various communities.   According to the MD/CEO, "As children prepare for another academic session, we believe being school ready goes beyond new uniforms, books, and school supplies; our children need to be physically, socially, mentally, and emotional...

 President Trump debuts new brown hairdo — and people are shocked President Trump’s iconic hairdo has seemingly entered its dark age. The president, who is famous for his swooping golden-blond locks, was seen sporting an almost brunette look after Air Force One landed for his weekend getaway to Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on Friday. Trump’s darker mane set the internet ablaze, as it marked one of the few times when he has messed with his trademark hairstyle. “The hair????” posted journo Yashar Ali. “If I hadn’t pulled the photos from Getty Images myself, I wouldn’t have believed it.” On Saturday, he went out golfing with Fox News anchor Bret Baier, but donned a red “Trump was right about everything” hat that obscured his new look. It’s unclear how long the new look will last.

 Airline passenger who had to be duct-taped to seat after n-word meltdown ID’d as Arizona realtor The slur-spewing plane passenger who was duct taped and zip-tied to his seat after an alleged mid-flight meltdown has been identified as an Arizona realtor. Layne Arthur Lundeen, 67, of Tucson, forced American Airlines flight 618 from Dallas to Newark to land prematurely in Baltimore after his obscene outburst Thursday night — during which the bigot hurled the N-word at a flight attendant and spouted anti-gay insults, according to police. Lundeen’s LinkedIn said was a vice president at Long Realty in Tucson, however, his profile had been scrubbed from the site. Traveler Juan Mejia, a former law enforcement officer who was onboard, told ABC News he and friend Richard Olenick jumped into action near when they heard Lundeen two rows behind them becoming “belligerent” the end of the flight. “[The] gentleman sitting two rows behind us started becoming belligerent, making derogatory remarks ...

 ‘I Dream of Jeannie’ actress Barbara Eden, 95, abruptly drops out of film festival Actress Barbara Eden abruptly dropped out of appearing at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival due to a “sudden illness.” “We’re sorry to share that, due to a sudden illness, Barbara Eden will no longer be able to appear in person at Cinecon tonight,” event organizers announced on Facebook Saturday. “Barbara is deeply regretful that she had to cancel at the last minute, as she had been very much looking forward to seeing everyone and celebrating with us,” the Cinecon 62 Classic Film Festival team continued. We know how many of you were excited to welcome Barbara. We appreciate your understanding and join you in sending her our best wishes for a speedy recovery,” they concluded. Though the “I Dream of Jeannie” star, 95, won’t be at the event, the film festival said they will still honor her, as she was set to receive the Cinecon Legacy Award. Eden’s co-star Pat Boone accepted the award on the actress’ b...

 Peter Obi left his comfort zone against my advice — Datti Baba-Ahmed Datti Baba-Ahmed, the running mate to Peter Obi in the 2023 presidential election, has said Obi moved out of his political “comfort zone” against his advice ahead of the 2027 election. Baba-Ahmed made the remarks during an interview on MIC ON Podcast, while reaction to the question on what had changed in his perception of Obi since their 2023 presidential campaign. According to him, he personally advised Obi against joining the African Democratic Congress (ADC), warning that the party was not the right political platform for him. Baba-Ahmed said he even went ahead of Obi to the Yar’Adua Centre, where he pulled him aside and expressed his reservations about the move. “When he was going to join ADC, I had to go to Yar’Adua Centre ahead of him, I called him aside. They were worried. Why is Datti calling Peter Obi aside and talking to him?” he said. He said he then made his position clear to Obi, telling him that the...

 Herbal tea businessman behind cocaine shipments to Saudi Arabia arrested in Lagos _- As NDLEA busts illicit drug-laden fuel tanker, recovers over 2 million pills of opioids, large consignments of skunk, meth in coordinated crackdown across 9 states_  Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have, ina coordinated sweep across the country arrested a convicted cOcaine trafficker who disquised himself as a herbal tea merchant, intercepted a 20,000-litre fuel tanker fitted with a concealed compartment for illicit drugs, and recovered several other consignments of cannabis, tramadol, methamphetamine and other psychotropic substances in Lagos, Adamawa, Ondo, Kaduna, Bauchi, Ekiti, Kogi, Taraba and Enugu states. Following the interception of a 1.2kg cocaine consignment concealed in phone chargers and destined for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at a courier company in Lagos on 31 July 2026, operatives of the Directorate of Operations and General Investigation (DOGI) in NDL...