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FLORIDA COUPLE ACCUSE FERTILITY CLINIC OF USING STRANGER’S SPERM FOR DAUGHTER’S EMBRYO IN IVF MIX-UP: ‘BETRAYED’.(PHOTO).

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 Florida couple accuse fertility clinic of using stranger’s sperm for daughter’s embryo in IVF mix-up: ‘Betrayed’ A Florida couple has accused a fertility clinic of using another man’s sperm to create their daughter’s embryo — as their dream of being biological parents was upended when they learned of their child’s DNA. Joshua and Natalie Strong alleged that Brown Fertility clinic officials in Jacksonville, Fla., including Medical Director Dr. Samuel Brown and 10 other defendants, caused the mix-up that resulted in their 1-year-old daughter’s biological father being a stranger, according to a lawsuit obtained by The Post. “They trusted Brown Fertility, as well as its founder and owner, Samuel E. Brown, M.D., with the family they hoped to build. That trust was betrayed,” the couple said in the lawsuit filed in Duval County Circuit Court Thursday. “The Strongs are now raising a daughter whose paternity test confirms that another man, not Joshua, fathered her.” The married couple had ...

YEMEN FIGHTING PUSHES NEARLY 3,000 TO DJIBOUTI IN LESS THAN A WEEK- UN. (PHOTO).

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Yemen fighting pushes nearly 3,000 to Djibouti in less than a week: UN    Nearly 3,000 people have fled Yemen for Djibouti in less than a week as escalating violence drives growing displacement within the country and across its borders, the UN refugee agency said Friday. “Refugees continue to arrive by boat through Obock, Khor Angar, Moulhoule and Godoria after difficult journeys in small vessels,” UNHCR representative in Djibouti Sandrine Desamours told reporters in Geneva, Anadolu Agency reported. More than half of those crossing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait are women and children, while some families have been displaced for a second time after previously fleeing Yemen during the 2015 crisis and later returning. UNHCR is preparing for at least 10,000 new arrivals but warned that capacity is rapidly diminishing. Markazi refugee village, designed for 5,000 people, was already hosting more than 2,700 Yemenis and 1,500 Eritreans. More than 100,000 people have also been displaced ins...

ANAMBRA HIGH COURT SENTENCES ‘EKE HIT’ TO SIX YEARS IMPRISONMENT OVER FRAUDULENT SPIRITUAL CLAIMS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Anambra High Court Sentences ‘Eke Hit’ to Six Years Imprisonment Over Fraudulent Spiritual Claims BY Emezina Patricia The Anambra State High Court sitting in Awka has sentenced popular traditional herbalist and online spiritualist, Ekene Igwekweze, popularly known as 'Eke Hit', to six years in prison over fraudulent spiritual practices. The court found Igwekweze guilty of offences relating to deceptive spiritual claims under the Anambra State Homeland Security Law. Igwekweze, who was based in Okija, Anambra State, had gained popularity through his traditional healing and spiritual activities, particularly on social media.

MILEY CYRUS REVEALS THE LIFE LESSONS GODMOTHER DOLLY PARTON TAUGHT HER BEFORE HER DEATH. (PHOTO).

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 Miley Cyrus Reveals the Life Lessons Godmother Dolly Parton Taught Her Before Her Death Miley Cyrus is opening up about the lasting lessons she learned from her beloved godmother, Dolly Parton, as she continues to mourn the country music legend’s death. Cyrus, 33, recently reflected on her close relationship with Parton, who died on August 25, 2026, at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer. The “Flowers” singer said Parton’s guidance shaped not only her career but also the way she learned to balance her public persona with her private life. One of Parton’s biggest lessons was that it was possible to create an extravagant stage persona without losing sight of the person underneath it. Cyrus said watching Parton embrace the glamour of big hair, makeup and costumes while remaining authentic helped her understand her own experience growing up as Hannah Montana. “We hit on it with Hannah, so much of my life was about persona,” Cyrus explained during a September 17 interview with ...

KING CHARLES ALLEGEDLY SAID ‘WE’LL FORGET DIANA SOON ENOUGH’ AFTER PRINCESS’ DEATH, CHARLES SPENCER CLAIMS. (PHOTO).

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 King Charles Allegedly Said ‘We’ll Forget Diana Soon Enough’ After Princess’ Death, Charles Spencer Claims King Charles III allegedly made a stunning remark about Princess Diana just days after her death, according to a new memoir from Diana’s younger brother, Charles Spencer. In his forthcoming book, *Swan Song: Diana, My Sister*, the 9th Earl Spencer claims the then-Prince Charles told him, “Rest assured, we’ll forget her soon enough,” during a heated telephone conversation over arrangements for Diana’s funeral. The allegation has now prompted an unusually pointed response from Buckingham Palace, which challenged Spencer’s recollection without directly accusing him of being untruthful. The alleged conversation took place in the days following Diana’s death in a Paris car crash on Aug. 31, 1997. At the time, Spencer says he strongly opposed plans for Diana’s sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, who were 15 and 12, to walk behind their mother’s coffin. According to Spencer, he w...

JFK’S GRANDSON JACK SCHLOSSBERG RIPS TRUMP OVER KENNEDY CENTER DRAMA. (PHOTO).

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 JFK’s Grandson Jack Schlossberg Rips Trump Over Kennedy Center Drama Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of President John F. Kennedy, is once again speaking out against President Donald Trump as the battle surrounding Washington, D.C.’s Kennedy Center continues to escalate. Schlossberg, the son of Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg, took to Instagram Thursday to defend his grandfather’s legacy and criticize Trump’s handling of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. “JFK’s legacy is unbreakable — the moon, the Civil Rights Act, Cuban Missile Crisis and the arts,” Schlossberg wrote. He then described Trump as “a broken band in nose dive decline.” His comments came amid a new round of controversy surrounding the Kennedy Center, which was established by Congress as a living memorial to the 35th president following his 1963 assassination. The dispute intensified this week after the Kennedy Center’s Trump-aligned board voted to close the main building for renovations. The d...

SEVERAL PEOPLE INJURED IN VIOLENT LA METRO BUS CRASH. (PHOTO).

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 Several people injured in violent LA Metro bus crash Six people were injured Friday morning after a Metro bus and two cars collided in Reseda, marking the second serious crash involving an LA bus in the San Fernando Valley in recent days. The Los Angeles Fire Department said crews were called to the 18300 block of West Sherman Way around 9:47 a.m. When firefighters arrived, they found three vehicles involved, including the Metro bus. The crash comes after an SUV driver slammed into a Metro bus in Chatsworth Tuesday, killing two and leading an NBC news helicopter covering the wreck to plunge from the sky.

PORTABLE UNLEASHES ONLINE FURY, FIRES BACK AT ASHABI SIMPLE OVER CHILD SUPPORT LAWSUIT THREAT. (PHOTO).

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 Portable Unleashes Online Fury, Fires Back at Ashabi Simple Over Child Support Lawsuit Threat Nigerian street-hop sensation, Portable, has ignited a fresh social media storm, publicly addressing his ongoing dispute with Ashabi Simple, his fourth baby mama. The dramatic online confrontation comes in the wake of Ashabi's alleged threat to sue the Zazu crooner for failing to provide adequate financial support for their children. Portable's Fiery Retaliation In a lengthy and impassioned rant shared across his social media platforms, Portable vehemently rejected Ashabi Simple's demands for 'food money.' He expressed significant frustration over her decision to involve his manager in their private family matters, questioning why she couldn't communicate directly with him regarding their children's welfare. The singer voiced particular annoyance that the children are reportedly being raised at Ashabi Simple's mother's residence. He sarcastically pointed to...

KING OCHACHO OFFERS £1,000 REWARD TO FIND FAN WHO TATTOOED HIS SON'S FACE ON HER CHEEKS. (PHOTO).

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 King Ochacho Offers £1,000 Reward to Find Fan Who Tattooed His Son's Face on Her Cheeks Prominent Nigerian real estate mogul King Ochacho has launched a public search for a highly dedicated female fan, offering a cash reward of £1,000 to anyone who can help locate her. Her claim to fame? Getting a permanent tattoo of Ochacho's 13-year-old son, Ice King Ochacho, inked directly onto her cheeks. The billionaire businessman announced the search during an interactive livestream with popular content creator Peller. Ochacho confirmed he had already seen the viral photos of the facial tattoo and was actively seeking the identity of the loyal supporter. According to Ochacho, the idea for the generous cash gift actually came from the teenage prodigy himself. The real estate tycoon explained that he spoke with Ice King, who was deeply moved by the fan's extreme gesture and proposed the one-thousand-pound reward as a sincere token of appreciation. This unusual display of fandom comes ...

TOYIN ABRAHAM REJECTS INCLUSION IN LAGOS APC CAMPAIGN COUNCIL, VOWS TO STAY OUT OF POLITICS. (PHOTO).

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 Toyin Abraham Rejects Inclusion in Lagos APC Campaign Council, Vows to Stay Out of Politics Popular Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has publicly distanced herself from the Lagos State All Presidents Congress (APC) campaign council, declaring that she has resolved to stay completely out of politics. The award-winning actress made the clarification after her name was spotted on a newly released Lagos APC campaign list on Thursday, September 17. She had been assigned to the Entertainment and Creative Economy Directorate of the campaign council, alongside several of her industry peers. Toyin Abraham Sets the Record Straight Reacting swiftly to the publication, Abraham took to her Instagram Story to debunk the reports, emphasizing that she never agreed to be part of the political committee. "I’m not a member of any campaign council. I have said it recently. I am staying out of politics. Please disregard the supposed inclusion of my name in any campaign committee," the actress wro...

2027 PRESIDENCY: SOWORE VOWS TO END MEDICAL TOURISM, SCRAP OFFICE OF THE FIRST LADY. (PHOTO)

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 2027 Presidency: Sowore Vows to End Medical Tourism, Scrap Office of the First Lady Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, has declared that he will never seek medical treatment abroad if elected into Nigeria's highest office. He stated that he would rather succumb to any illness that cannot be successfully managed within the country's healthcare system. Sowore made these remarks during a recent appearance on Channels Television’s flagship political program, Politics Today. The activist-turned-politician emphasized his commitment to ending the culture of medical tourism among Nigeria's ruling class, which has long been criticized for draining public resources while domestic hospitals remain underfunded. A Radical Stance Against Medical Tourism Addressing his personal health management plan should he win the presidency, Sowore expressed strong confidence in domestic solutions, framing it as a matter of accoun...

ANAMBRA REVENUE SERVICE BEGINS ENFORCEMENT AGAINST NON-COMPLIANT TAXPAYERS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 ANAMBRA REVENUE SERVICE BEGINS ENFORCEMENT AGAINST NON-COMPLIANT TAXPAYERS By Emezina Patricia The Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) has commenced full statutory compliance monitoring and enforcement actions against taxpayers who have failed to regularise their outstanding tax obligations. The Service disclosed this in a public notice signed by its Executive Chairman, Mr. Ekwunife Obinna, FCA, FCTI, dated September 14, 2026. According to the notice, the Voluntary Assets and Income Declaration and Tax Regularisation Scheme (VAIDS) ended on September 5, closing the window for voluntary tax regularisation and applicable concessions. AIRS said taxpayers were given the opportunity during the VAIDS period to voluntarily regularise outstanding tax obligations and benefit from applicable concessions. The Service noted that enforcement actions would now apply to taxpayers who failed to regularise their outstanding tax liabilities under VAIDS. It added that those who had receive...

ALLEGED $6B MAMBILLA POWER CONTRACT: TINUBU HAILS EFCC FOR FG’S VICTORY AT ARBITRATION TRIBUNAL. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Alleged $6b Mambilla Power Contract: Tinubu Hails EFCC for FG’s Victory at Arbitration Tribunal   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed appreciation to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for its investigation of the alleged fraudulent contract award of $6 billion for the construction of 3,960mw Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Station to Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited, SPTCL. The Commission’s investigations were  pivotal to the September 17, 2026 victory of the federal government over the contractor company at the International Arbitration Tribunal. The President in celebration of the federal government’s victory over SPTCL hailed the Commission for its findings in the irregular contract award. “On behalf of the Government and People of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I strongly commend the tremendous efforts of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi and the entire team at the Federal Minist...

EFCC HANDS OVER RECOVERED N140M TO LOAN FIRM IN LAGOS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 EFCC Hands Over Recovered N140m to Loan Firm in Lagos The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, Okotie-Eboh, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday, September 17, 2026, handed over the sum of N140,000,000.00 (One Hundred and Forty Million Naira) to an investment and money-lending company, B4 Sail Limited. The recovery of the funds, handed over in bank drafts by the Acting Zonal Director, Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Bawa Usman Kaltungo, followed investigations into an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence and diversion of funds involving one Jacob Oyebola Esan and companies linked to him. In a petition submitted on April 20, 2026, B4 Sail Limited alleged that Esan, on behalf of his company, Geo Fields Plc, had approached the company in August 2025 for a N500,000,000.00 (Five Hundred Million Naira) loan facility to boost his business. The loan facility, according to the petitioner, attracted an interest rate o...

‘THIS IS A WAR’: SOUTH AFRICA BATTLES FEMICIDE AS WOMEN’S BODIES PILE UP. (PHOTO).

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 ‘This is a war’: South Africa battles femicide as women’s bodies pile up South Africa is grappling with a severe femicide crisis, with nine women's bodies found in the Ekurhuleni municipality east of Johannesburg over the past two months. The latest victim, a woman in her thirties, was found half-naked and wrapped in a sheet on Thursday, September 17, n Dawn Park, Boksburg 12. According to the police, the investigations are complex, and it's still unclear whether the cases are linked or if there are multiple perpetrators involved. Athlenda Mathe, South African Police Service spokesperson, stated that investigators are examining whether copycat crimes could be involved .  The killings have sparked widespread outrage and concern over violence against women in South Africa, which has one of the highest femicide rates in the world, according to the United Nations. The country recorded 9,782 reported rapes between January and March 2026, roughly 108 reported rapes every day . Pres...

INTERIOR MINISTER LEADS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DELEGATION TO COMMISERATE WITH GOVERNMENT OF NIGER STATE . (PHOTO).

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 INTERIOR MINISTER LEADS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DELEGATION TO COMMISERATE WITH GOVERNMENT OF NIGER STATE  The Minister of Interior Olabunmi Tunji- Ojo describes the recent death of miners in Custody as deeply regrettable and unfortunate. The Minister of Interior was speaking when he led a federal government delegation to commiserate with the Government and people of Niger State over the unfortunate incident. The Minister reveals that the Niger State Commandant Of NSCDC has been suspended over the incident while investigations are ongoing to unravel the cause of the deaths. He further commended the state government for the maturity exhibited in managing the situation and assured that measures will be put in place to avert a reoccurrence of such incident. Niger State Governor Umar Bago thanked the Minister for the visit and assured of the State Government's Cooperation towards unravelling what led to the unfortunate incident.

2026 WORLD PATIENT SAFETY DAY: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADVOCATES SAFE, QUALITY AND COORDINATED HEALTHCARE . (PHOTO).

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 2026 WORLD PATIENT SAFETY DAY: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADVOCATES SAFE, QUALITY AND COORDINATED HEALTHCARE  The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, says Nigeria must strengthen measures to ensure patients receive safe, quality and coordinated healthcare.  At the commemoration of the 2026 World Patient Safety Day in Abuja, Prof. Pate says the global theme, “Safe Care for Noncommunicable Diseases,” with the slogan “Safe Care for Life,” highlights the need to protect patients throughout their healthcare journey, particularly those living with non-communicable diseases. The Minister further highlights the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases, stressing the importance of prevention, early diagnosis, proper treatment and long-term follow-up. He said the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has strengthened its commitment to patient safety thr...

PARIS ICC ARBITRATION COURT RULING: ATIKU ABUBAKAR UNFIT FOR NIGERIA'S PRESIDENCY. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 APC CAMPAIGN COUNCIL PRESS STATEMENT PARIS ICC ARBITRATION COURT RULING: ATIKU ABUBAKAR UNFIT FOR NIGERIA'S PRESIDENCY  Atiku Abubakar, the African Democratic Congress candidate, is unfit to be President of Nigeria because he has once again proven he will compromise Nigeria’s best interests for personal, fiduciary gain. Abubakar’s legendary corruption reverberated in Paris at the International Arbitration Tribunal under the auspices of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Hearings in the arbitration filed by Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Ltd (Sunrise) and Leno Adesanya over the stalled 3960mw Mambila Hydroelectric Power Project in Taraba State revealed that Abubakar and former power minister Olu Agunloye worked in cahoots to sign an illegal power contract with Sunrise. The backdoor signing of the contract in the dying days of then President Olusegun Obasanjo’s first term, when Atiku wielded enormous power, put Nigeria in a serious financial peril, despite Pre...

PRESIDENT TINUBU: THE LIFE OF EVERY NIGERIAN MATTERS, GOVERNMENT WILL NOT TOLERATE MASS DEATHS CAUSED BY OFFICIAL NEGLIGENCE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE:  PRESIDENT TINUBU: THE LIFE OF EVERY NIGERIAN MATTERS, GOVERNMENT WILL NOT TOLERATE MASS DEATHS CAUSED BY OFFICIAL NEGLIGENCE  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday ordered a full and transparent investigation into the deaths of suspected illegal miners detained by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) following enforcement operations around Lt.Gen. Mohammed Inuwa Wushishi Estate in Minna, Niger State. President Tinubu said the life of every Nigerian matters and that no citizen should lose his life while in government custody as a result of negligence, abuse, inhumane treatment or dereliction of duty. The President expressed deep concern over the reported deaths, describing the development as a grave matter that requires urgent investigation and accountability. “While the Federal Government would continue to combat illegal mining and other criminal activities across the country, enforcement operations must be conducted strictly wi...

‘THE VIEW’ ANNOUNCES WHOOPI GOLDBERG HIATUS — HERE’S WHY SHE’S STEPPING AWAY. (PHOTO).

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  ‘The View’ Announces Whoopi Goldberg Hiatus — Here’s Why She’s Stepping Away Whoopi Goldberg is temporarily stepping away from *The View* — but fans of the longtime moderator don’t need to worry about her leaving the show for good. Goldberg, 70, will be absent from most episodes of the ABC daytime talk show over the next two weeks while she films an upcoming movie for Netflix. The actress and comedian revealed the news during an appearance on *The View’s* companion podcast, *Behind the Table*, alongside executive producer Brian Teta. Teta explained that Goldberg will be away for the next two weeks but will continue appearing on the show on Mondays because filming for the movie is taking place nearby. ### **Whoopi Is Heading Back to the Movies** Goldberg’s temporary absence comes as she begins production on *Women Like Us*, an upcoming Netflix comedy produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions. The movie also stars Vivica A. Fox, Vanessa Williams and Jenifer ...

PLANE PASSENGERS TRADE BLOWS IN WILD MID-FLIGHT BRAWL IN FRONT OF TERRIFIED KIDS.(PHOTO).

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 Plane passengers trade blows in wild mid-flight brawl in front of terrified kids Wild video shows two men trading blows mid-flight in front of horrified passengers – including kids. The Biman Bangladesh Airlines passengers slugged it out on Wednesday’s flight to London after an argument escalated, dramatic footage shared online shows. One man, wearing a black shirt, clubbed his fellow passenger, who was in the row behind, before they exchanged a flurry of punches. The man’s shirt ripped during the melee, which was described as a “frightening situation” by passenger Uddin Alim. “What made it even more upsetting was that there were children and elderly people on the flight,” Allim said. “They had nothing to do with the situation, yet they had to witness this behaviour and deal with the fear and stress it caused. “Imagine being thousands of feet in the air, unable to simply walk away from a dangerous situation. “Everyone expects to feel safe when they board an aircraft, but suddenly ...

FUNDRAISER FOR LINDSAY CLANCY HOLDOUT JUROR FLOODED WITH DONATIONS AFTER MICHAEL P. DESRONVIL SPEAKS OUT FOR FIRST TIME. (PHOTO).

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 Fundraiser for Lindsay Clancy holdout juror flooded with donations after Michael P. Desronvil speaks out for first time A fundraiser for the lone holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial has been flooded with donations after he spoke out publicly for the first time to defend himself for holding his ground. Michael P. Desronvil, 48, explained Thursday that “based on all the physical evidence, key witnesses, and what the prosecution presented, I thought it was enough proof that she (Clancy) knew exactly what she was doing” when she fatally strangled her three young children with exercise bands. The high-profile trial ended in a mistrial after Desronvil refused to side with the 11 other jurors to find Clancy not guilty of murder by reason of insanity. An online fundraiser, set up to “stand with” Desronvil after he was thrust into the limelight, has now reached over $286,000 as of Friday morning — with one anonymous donor contributing a jaw-dropping $10,000. “If they come for hi...

OPERATION HADIN KAI FOILS TERRORIST ATTACKS ON FOBs, INFLICTS CASUALTIES AND RECOVERS WEAPONS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 OPERATION HADIN KAI FOILS TERRORIST ATTACKS ON FOBs, INFLICTS CASUALTIES AND RECOVERS WEAPONS  …..As JAS Qaid, Fighter Surrender with weapons Troops of Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded further operational successes in Borno State, foiling terrorist attacks on Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) at Gajiram in Nganzai Local Government Area and Mairari in Guzamala Local Government Area, while sustained military pressure resulted in the surrender of 2 Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS) terrorists, including a Qaid (commander), with weapons. On 17 September 2026, terrorists advancing towards FOB Gajiram were detected early by alert troops, supported by Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) assets. Troops immediately adopted appropriate defensive measures, while the Air Component OPHK provided close air support. Faced with the coordinated response, the terrorists withdrew from the ...

TROOPS OF OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA RESCUE SIX KIDNAPPED VICTIMS IN KADUNA AND KATSINA STATES. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 TROOPS OF OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA RESCUE SIX KIDNAPPED VICTIMS IN KADUNA AND KATSINA STATES Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), rescued six kidnapped victims during separate operations in Kaduna and Katsina States on 17 September 2026. In Kaduna State, troops of Sector 1 OPFY, while acting on intelligence on a kidnapping incident in Igabi Local Government Area, made contact with suspected terrorists moving some kidnapped victims. On sighting the troops, the terrorists abandoned the victims and fled in disarray. Troops rescued three victims, identified as Enock Hussaini, Abba Dauda and Kalif Haruna. The victims were confirmed to have been abducted by terrorists at Gidan Gulbi Village on 11 September 2026. They were subsequently debriefed and reunited with their families, while troops continued to dominate the general area. Similarly, in Katsina State, troops of Sector 2 responded to a distress call concerning the abduction of civilians al...

WHY WE ASKED NDLEA TO INVESTIGATE BELLO EL-RUFAI OVER ALLEGED COCAINE USE – CONSTITUENTS. (PHOTO).

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  Why We Asked NDLEA To Investigate Bello El-Rufai Over Alleged Cocaine Use – Constituents Some constituents of Kaduna North Federal Constituency have explained their decision to petition the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), requesting an independent assessment and investigation of a publicly reported allegation of cocaine use involving their federal representative, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai. The petition, dated September 8, 2026, was signed on behalf of the constituents by Abubakar Hayatu of Kabala Ward and Musa Tukur of Unguwar Gaji Ward. It followed allegations made on social media on August 29 by Bashir El-Rufai, the lawmaker’s biological brother. Several media organisations have reported the social media exchange, while also noting that the allegations have not been independently verified. In their petition addressed to the NDLEA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd), the constituents said they were not asking the agency to presume the lawmaker...

EL-RUFAI’S ALLY, BASHIR SA’IDU DUMPS ADC, CITES PRIMARY ELECTION CONTROVERSY. (PHOTO)

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 El-Rufai’s Ally, Bashir Sa’idu Dumps ADC, Cites Primary Election Controversy A political ally of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, Muhammad Bashir Sa’idu, has resigned his membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing alleged irregularities in the party’s primary elections. Sa’idu, who described himself as Chairman of the Kaduna State Coalition Leadership, announced his resignation in a letter dated September 17 and addressed to the ADC Ward Chairman in Gyallesu Ward, Zaria Local Government Area of Kaduna State. In the letter, Sa’idu said he had contributed to efforts aimed at stabilising the party in Kaduna State, including mobilising resources for the payment of two years’ rent amounting to N44 million and more than N22 million for membership registration. He also referenced N50 million which, according to him, was paid by El-Rufai. Sa’idu said the party had conducted inclusive congresses under his leadership but alleged that the process was underm...

ANAMBRA POLICE ADVISORY TO YOUNG MOTHERS: PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN, REJECT GET-RICH-QUICK SCHEMES. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 ANAMBRA POLICE ADVISORY TO YOUNG MOTHERS: PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN, REJECT GET-RICH-QUICK SCHEMES Lessons from the recent child exploitation investigation in Onitsha The Anambra State Police Command, following the recent investigation involving a 36-year-old woman in Onitsha and the rescue of four children, is using the opportunity to remind parents, particularly young mothers, that no financial difficulty, social pressure or promise of quick wealth should ever place a child at risk of exploitation or abuse. The Command recognises that raising children, particularly as a young or single mother, can come with serious economic and social challenges. However, parents are encouraged to seek legitimate means of livelihood and appropriate support rather than accepting arrangements that expose their children to exploitation, sexual abuse, trafficking, pornography or other forms of harm. Reject the Get-Rich-Quick Syndrome Your child’s safety must never become the price of financial survival....

NIGERIA SUSPENDS STATE DEFENCE CORPS COMMANDER AFTER DEATHS OF MINERS IN CUSTODY. (PHOTO).

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 Nigeria suspends state defence corps commander after deaths of miners in custody Nigeria has suspended the NSCDC commandant of Niger State "pending investigations" after 37 people suspected of being illegal miners died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, a federal paramilitary agency in Nigeria. Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo ordered the "immediate suspension" of Niger State's NSCDC commandant, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, pending the outcome of a full investigation after 37 people suspected of being illegal miners died while in detention on Thursday morning. "It is an unfortunate incident; however, a full investigation will be conducted while the commandant under whose watch this happened remains suspended," the Interior Ministry said in a statement. Residents of the city in central Nigeria took to the streets to protest overnight after 37 detainees were found dead in the custody of a paramilitary force that had raid...

PRINCE HARRY AND MEGHAN MARKLE'S COTSWOLDS VIDEO MAY BE A 'TWISTED STUNT' IN TAXPAYER-FUNDED SECURITY DISPUTE, ROYAL EXPERT SAYS. (PHOTO).

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 Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Cotswolds video may be a 'twisted stunt' in taxpayer-funded security dispute, royal expert says Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently shared an Instagram video showing aspects of their family’s life in England’s Cotswolds. The post included details that some observers believed could help identify their location.  Royal commentator Tom Sykes criticized the decision, arguing that the couple should have been more cautious because such information could create security concerns.  He also suggested, without providing evidence, that the post may have been intended to strengthen their case for receiving taxpayer-funded police protection. Harry and Meghan lost their government-funded security after stepping back from royal duties and moving to the United States in 2020. Since then, Harry has sought the restoration of security for his family.  Following the couple’s recent return to the UK, the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) agre...

WHOOPI GOLDBERG AND JOY BEHAR HAVE AWKWARD MOMENT ON 'THE VIEW' WHILE ANNOUNCING SARA HAINES' ABSENCE: 'SHE'S NOT SICK'. (PHOTO).

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Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar have awkward moment on 'The View' while announcing Sara Haines' absence: 'She's not sick' The September 16 episode of "The View" began with some uncertainty when Whoopi Goldberg acknowledged that co-host Sara Haines was absent but did not explain the reason.  Goldberg said Haines might return the following day, while Joy Behar clarified that Haines was not ill.  Behar explained that she wanted viewers to know this because people often become concerned when a familiar host is unexpectedly missing. Goldberg added that the hosts mention absences so viewers know they are aware of them. Haines, Sunny Hostin and Alyssa Farah Griffin are among the co-hosts who regularly appear throughout the week, while Goldberg, Behar and Ana Navarro have different schedules. The discussion also highlighted Behar’s long history with the program.  At the beginning of Season 30, Goldberg congratulated Behar for becoming the woman with the longest ...

MAURA HIGGINS SAYS MARK BALLAS IS A ‘MIRACLE WORKER’ AFTER HER DISASTROUS “DANCING WITH THE STARS” REHEARSALS. (PHOTO)

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 Maura Higgins says Mark Ballas is a ‘miracle worker’ after her disastrous “Dancing With the Stars” rehearsals Maura Higgins impressed both the audience and judges during her debut on Dancing With the Stars, performing a Foxtrot with professional partner Mark Ballas.  Despite repeatedly describing herself as a beginner before the premiere, Higgins appeared confident on the ballroom floor and earned 21 out of 30 points from the judges.  Derek Hough praised the quality of her movement for the first week, noting that her performance exceeded his expectations. After the show, Higgins admitted she was still shocked by the reaction and had not yet watched the performance herself. Higgins credited Ballas for helping her improve, joking that rehearsal videos showed how much work they had done on her technique and footwork. She also said it was easier to trust Ballas on DWTS because they were no longer competing in the deceptive environment of The Traitors.  Both had previous...

TRUMP SAYS KENNEDY CENTER COULD BE 'RIPPED DOWN' WITHOUT HIS OVERHAUL. (PHOTO).

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 Trump says Kennedy Center could be 'ripped down' without his overhaul President Donald Trump said the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts could eventually be demolished if needed renovations do not happen.  Speaking Sept. 16, Trump defended his demand for an inscription recognizing his role below the center’s main sign. The Kennedy Center board approved the plan, but a federal judge has temporarily blocked it. The board, which is largely made up of Trump allies and is chaired by the president, voted Sept. 15 to close the center immediately for a planned two-year renovation. Trump has pledged to help fund the work.  He and Kennedy Center officials have said years of inadequate maintenance have left parts of the building in poor and potentially unsafe condition. Congress has allocated $257 million, while the Justice Department says more than $100 million in additional fundraising is needed to complete the project. Trump has warned that he will not pursue the ren...