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2027 ELECTIONS: ANAMBRA ASSEMBLY SPEAKER CONGRATULATES SOLUDO ON TINUBU CAMPAIGN APPOINTMENT. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 2027 Elections: Anambra Assembly Speaker Congratulates Soludo on Tinubu Campaign Appointment ‎ ‎By Anastasia Agunwa ‎ ‎The Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, has congratulated Governor Chukwuma Soludo on his appointment as the Anambra State Coordinator of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 2027 presidential election campaign. The congratulatory message was made available to newsmen by the Chief Press Secretary and Senior Special Assistant, Mr. Emma Madu on Oct. 12. ‎ ‎Udeze emphasised the importance of Anambra State maintaining strong ties with the Federal Government, noting that such collaboration would continue to create opportunities for development and deliver benefits to the state and its residents. ‎ ‎He observed that the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), as a progressive political party, considered it necessary to work with the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the interest of the people and the overall development of the country. ...

WOMEN IN GAZA ARE BEING TRADED FOR FOOD, FORCED TO MARRY THEIR RAPISTS- UN. (PHOTO).

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 Women in Gaza are being traded for food, forced to marry their rapists-UN Women in Gaza are being traded for food and forced into marriages with their rapists, according to a pair of reports from the United Nations — underscoring the critical importance of President Trump’s Board of Peace in the war-torn enclave. There was a 123% increase in the number of early and forced marriage incidents across Gaza in the first quarter of 2026, with women between the ages of 18-59 suffering 68% of all gender-based violence (GBV) in the Palestinian enclave, the United Nations’ Population Fund (UNFPA) found. Researchers spoke to women who said young girls were married off to rapists, traded for food or given up by guardians who did not want to take care of them amid the humanitarian crisis caused by the Israel-Hamas war. “The second highest form of GBV reported was psychological and emotional violence, followed by physical violence, sexual violence, and forced and early marriage,” the researcher...

MEGHAN MARKLE’S BFF GIVES RARE GLIMPSE INSIDE SUSSEXES’ NEW UK LIFE WITH INTIMATE PHOTOS. (PHOTO).

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 Meghan Markle’s BFF gives rare glimpse inside Sussexes’ new UK life with intimate photos Meghan Markle’s best friend, Kelly McKee Zajfen, pulled back the curtain on the Duchess of Sussex’s new life in the UK. Zajfen shared serene photos of herself and her infant son Jack enjoying the late summer visit with the As Ever lifestyle brand founder in an Instagram upload on Wednesday. In one photo, Markle cradled Jack while sitting at a wooden table in a rustic-style setting, and in a brief video clip, Zajfen bounced her baby in a carrier while visiting what appeared to be a local pub. In another snap, Markle’s husband Prince Harry relaxed a carpet on the floor while playing with the baby. And in yet another, Markle and her longtime friend sat at an outdoor table playing mahjong among the lush greenery surrounding them, with the “Suits” alum seemingly giggling as the photo was snapped. Another snapshot showed a single daisy in a field of bright flowers, and yet another showed Zajfen hold...

UK ARMS BROKER JAILED FOR 16 YEARS OVER MISSILES AND FIGHTER JET DEALS WITH LIBYA AND SUDAN. (PHOTO).

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 UK arms broker jailed for 16 years over missiles and fighter jet deals with Libya and Sudan A British arms broker who arranged illegal deals to supply ex-Soviet surface-to-air missile systems to South Sudan and fighter jets to Libya during its civil war was on Wednesday ‌jailed in a London court for 16 years. David Greenhalgh, 68, was convicted in June of 10 counts of involvement in the unlicensed supply of arms, also including AK-47 rifles, battle tanks and hundreds of thousands of rounds of ammunition, between 2009 and 2016. Greek national Christos Farmakis, ⁠48, was convicted of nine offences, though he was tried in his absence and his current whereabouts is unknown, Reuters reported. Judge Sally-Ann Hales sentenced both men to 16 years' imprisonment, saying they repeatedly sought to breach arms export bans to sell weaponry for significant profits. Prosecutors said only one charge involved the actual supply of weaponry, with the pair selling a former Ukrainian S-125 Pechora mis...

UPDATE: TIGRAYAN LEADERS SAY NEW WAR WITH ETHIOPIAN GOVERNMENT HAS BEGUN. (PHOTO).

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 Tigrayan leaders say new war with Ethiopian government has begun Forces from the northern Ethiopian region of Tigray launched a major offensive against the federal government on Wednesday, a senior Ethiopian official said, ​shattering a four-year-old peace deal and threatening a wider regional conflict. Tigray's leaders said in a statement they had entered a "defensive" war to counter aggression by the federal government, Reuters reported. A ‌civil war that began in 2020 between the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and federal forces resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths before the Pretoria Agreement, brokered by the African Union, was signed in November 2022. The new hostilities follow months of growing animosity between the two sides, capped by Sunday's announcement that the TPLF had formed an alliance with six other armed groups from across Ethiopia aimed at overthrowing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government. The TPLF-led regional administrat...

ICC TO ISSUE WAR CRIMES VERDICT AGAINST CAR FORMER REBEL LEADER. (PHOTO).

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 ICC to issue war crimes verdict against CAR former rebel leader The International Criminal Court is expected to hand down its verdict on Wednesday against a former Central African Republic rebel commander accused of torture and imprisonment as head of a feared prison unit. Mahamat Said Abdel Kani, 56, faces seven counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity for atrocities allegedly carried out as the CAR spiralled into civil war in 2013. Said was a top commander of the Seleka rebel group that ousted president Francois Bozize and plunged the country into a bloody sectarian conflict. He ran the Central Office for the Repression of Banditry (OCRB) detention centre in the capital Bangui where prosecutors allege horrific acts of torture and deprivation were inflicted on prisoners. ‘Whipped and burned’ Some were "whipped with horsehide whips or sticks with metal wires", "burned, or had their ears pulled with pliers and partially ripped off," ICC judges said when conf...

BEFORE THEIR YEARS OF ON-AIR RIVALRY, ADAM LEVINE SAYS HE INSTANTLY LIKED BLAKE SHELTON AT CHANCE MEETING, CALLING HIM 'AWESOME'. (PHOTO).

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 Before their years of on-air rivalry, Adam Levine says he instantly liked Blake Shelton at chance meeting, calling him 'awesome' Adam Levine said he liked Blake Shelton right from their first meeting, even before their on-air rivalry began. Speaking ahead of The Voice Season 30 premiere, Levine recalled meeting Shelton at an initial NBC meeting with a group of people.  He said afterward he thought, "That dude was awesome," and was surprised to learn that Shelton would be his co-star. The two went on to become original coaches when The Voice premiered in 2011, with their playful dynamic becoming a signature part of the show. Over the years, both have continued to tease each other in interviews. During a 2025 appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, Levine joked about sitting in Shelton's former seat, saying it felt worn-in and sunken.  Shelton has also found his own ways to poke fun, including once gifting Levine's wife Behati Prinsloo a pet pig that eventually...

ANNIE POTTS SAYS SHE’S LIKE 'HUMPTY DUMPTY' AFTER 'ABOUT 26 SURGERIES'. (PHOTO).

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 Annie Potts says she’s like 'Humpty Dumpty' after 'about 26 surgeries' Annie Potts, 73, is reflecting on a life-changing car accident she experienced at age 21 in 1973 and how it shaped her career and outlook. The Ghostbusters actress told Woman's World that the incident led to extensive injuries from the waist down and has resulted in about 26 surgeries over the years, including a third knee replacement on the same knee.  She said she has spent a lot of time thinking about how things played out and that while it has been hard at times, it has made her appreciate her life more. Potts shared that she originally thought she would go into musical theater, but the accident changed that path and required a long recovery with a lot of early repair work.  She described herself as being like Humpty Dumpty, put back together over time. She said she credits part of her resilience to her father and that the experience itself gave her a choice in how to respond, and she chose ...

OPSAN RAISES ALARM: O’LEVEL RESULT DELAYS COULD SHUT OUT 2026/2027 ADMISSION SEEKERS.(PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 OPSAN Raises Alarm: O’Level Result Delays Could Shut Out 2026/2027 Admission Seekers Says NECO, NABTEB Candidates Risk Losing Admission Opportunities By Uzo Ugwunze For students whose hopes of entering higher institutions depend on NECO or NABTEB results, the ongoing 2026/2027 admission exercise has raised fresh concerns over whether they will have enough time to present their credentials before admission windows close. The Owners of Private Schools Association of Nigeria (OPSAN) has consequently called on the Federal Government to suspend the admission process until all outstanding O’Level results are released. OPSAN made the demand in a statement signed by its National President, Prof. Uzochukwu Solomon Nwanonyuo, following a stakeholders’ meeting on Sept. 21. The association said its concern was based on reports that universities had begun, and in some cases concluded, Post-UTME and admission processes while some examination results remained outstanding. The association specifi...

APGA GAVE MANY IGBO POLITICIANS ‘VISA’ TO STARDOM — SOLUDO. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 APGA Gave Many Igbo Politicians ‘Visa’ to Stardom — Soludo By Gloria Onyeanusi Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra has described the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) as a political “visa” through which many Igbo politicians rose to prominence. Soludo stated this on Sept. 19 at the headquarters of Ekwusigo Local Government Area in Ozubulu, shortly after commissioning projects executed by the outgoing council chairman, Hon. Chinezie Obi. The governor said it was unfortunate that some politicians who benefited from the APGA platform had later defected to other parties and now sought to undermine its relevance. “APGA has been a visa through which many Igbo politicians rode to stardom,” Soludo said. He also called for a more strategic approach to national politics by the people of the South-East, saying the region should strengthen its engagement with the Federal Government. Soludo said such engagement would enable the region to secure what he described as its due share of nation...

FLOOD ALERT: ANAMBRA GOVERNMENT URGES RESIDENTS TO TAKE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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  FLOOD ALERT: ANAMBRA GOVERNMENT URGES RESIDENTS TO TAKE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES By Maureen Ugwukah The Anambra State Government has issued a flood alert to all residents of the state following a forecast by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMET). The forecast listed Anambra as one of the states likely to experience above-normal flooding this year due to its location within the delta belt. The alert was jointly issued by the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation and the Ministry of Environment on September 22. The Commissioner for Information and Value Reformation, Dr. Law Mefor, and the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Clem Aguiyi, said government is taking proactive steps to mitigate the impact of the anticipated flooding. They, however, called on Ndi Anambra to prioritise personal and collective safety throughout the rainy season. Residents are therefore strongly advised to remain vigilant and take the NiMET prediction seriously throughout the rainy season. They are...

OPHK TROOPS FOIL TERRORIST MOVEMENT IN NIGHT AMBUSH, ARREST 4 AS 11 TERRORISTS SURRENDER. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 OPHK TROOPS FOIL TERRORIST MOVEMENT IN NIGHT AMBUSH, ARREST 4 AS 11 TERRORISTS SURRENDER Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded further operational successes with the arrest of 4 suspected Boko Haram terrorists following a night ambush in Yobe State, alongside the surrender of 11 terrorists and arrest of 9 suspected drug dealers between 15 and 22 September 2026. Troops also recovered a vehicle, ammunition and other logistics items as sustained operations continue to degrade terrorist capabilities and deny them freedom of action across the Joint Operations Area. In the night operation, troops of 27 Task Force Brigade, in conjunction with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), laid an ambush east of Azare Village in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State at about 11:00 pm on 21 September 2026. Troops made contact with suspected terrorists and engaged them in a firefight with superior firepower. During subsequent exploitation of the a...

LAGOS POLICE ARREST MAN CAUGHT ON CAMERA FLAGGING A TODDLER FOR BEING UNABLE TO READ. (PHOTO).

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 Lagos police arrest man caught on camera flagging a toddler for being unable to read A Nigerian man caught on camera flagging a toddler for not being able to read has been arrested. A horrific video showing the man repeatedly flagging the toddler across the head and body with what appeared to be a charger cable. The video triggered widespread outrage and calls for the arrest and prosecution of the man. Confirming his arrest, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual V!olence Agency, in a statement released, said the alleged perpetrator was apprehended on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 after receiving the report and successfully established contact with the child’s mother. The agency said the mother disclosed that the matter had already been reported at the Imota Police Station. “Upon contacting officers at the Family Support Unit, the Agency was informed that the survivor’s mother had initially reported the matter to the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency. Following the report, the ...

KATSINA STATE AT 39: GOVERNOR RADDA SALUTES CITIZENS, HIGHLIGHTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRESS. (PHOTO).

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 KATSINA STATE AT 39: GOVERNOR RADDA SALUTES CITIZENS, HIGHLIGHTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRESS As Katsina State marks its 39th anniversary, Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, says the state is moving forward with purpose, and with renewed efforts to strengthen security, education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure and economic opportunities. In a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, Governor Radda congratulates indigenes of the state at home and in the diaspora, describing the anniversary as a celebration of the resilience, sacrifices and contributions of generations of citizens to the development of Katsina. He says his administration’s Building Your Future agenda is focused on bringing development closer to the people across the 34 local government areas, while creating opportunities for young people, women, farmers, entrepreneurs and small businesses. The Governor acknowledges security challenges in some communities, assuring residents that his...

SPEAKER HOUSE OF REPS. ABBAS WANTS OUTCOME OF INVESTIGATION INTO DEATH OF ARRESTED MINERS TO ADDRESS ISSUES AND PROFER SOLUTIONS. (PHOTO).

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 SPEAKER HOUSE OF REPS. ABBAS WANTS OUTCOME OF INVESTIGATION INTO DEATH OF ARRESTED MINERS TO ADDRESS ISSUES AND PROFER SOLUTIONS The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has called for the outcome of investigations into the deaths of suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to address identified issues and provide solutions. In a statement, Speaker Abbas said the investigations should examine congestion in custodial centres, operational guidelines, the rights of suspects and the welfare of persons in custody. He also called for transparency and accountability in the investigations into the incident, saying justice must be done to the deceased and seen to have been done by the public. The Speaker said this would help calm concerns and restore confidence in the process. Speaker Abbas expressed condolences to the families of the victims and the Niger State Government.

EU SEEKS SAFEGUARDS FOR ELECTORAL CREDIBILITY. (PHOTO).

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 EU Seeks Safeguards For Electoral Credibility Ahead of the 2027 General Elections, the European Union Support for Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN) is urging stakeholders to provide safeguards for enhanced credibility of the electoral process.   In its recent report on the just-concluded party primaries, the EU-SDGN recommends increased transparency around nomination of candidates, publication of party registers and primary election results, as well as strengthening certainty around ballot access. It also called for clearer information on legal disputes and enhanced inclusivity of women, youth and persons with disabilities. The programme equally recommends stronger internal party democracy, better oversight of political finance and more credible membership systems. The EU-SDGN is an EU-funded programme that supports INEC, political parties, civil society, the National Assembly and the judiciary to strengthen democracy and electoral credibility in Nigeria.

SUPER EAGLES: STANLEY NWABALI BREAKS SILENCE WITH POTENT SOCIAL MEDIA MESSAGE AFTER NATIONAL TEAM RECALL. (PHOTO)

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 Super Eagles: Stanley Nwabali Breaks Silence With Potent Social Media Message After National Team Recall Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has broken his silence following his recall to the national team, posting a pointed message on social media just days after coach Eric Chelle named him in Nigeria's squad for the September 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Nwabali's inclusion marks his return to international football after an extended period away, an absence that followed a challenging phase both at club level and with the national team. The 30-year-old Chippa United shot-stopper shared a video on Snapchat, replaying his memorable penalty saves against Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush during Nigeria's bronze medal victory over Egypt at AFCON 2025. This powerful visual statement is widely interpreted as Nwabali's way of asserting his readiness and reminding fans and selectors of his capabilities. A Tumultuous Period Since AFCON Heroics Nwabali was arguably...

INSIDE DAVIDO'S FINANCES: SISTER SHARON ADEMEFUN REVEALS HOW SHE CURBS HIS LAVISH LIFESTYLE. (PHOTO).

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 Inside Davido's Finances: Sister Sharon Ademefun Reveals How She Curbs His Lavish Lifestyle Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, might be celebrated for his extravagant lifestyle, but behind the scenes, his elder sister, Sharon Ademefun, is diligently working to instill fiscal discipline. As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), Ademefun recently offered a fascinating glimpse into her unique role during an appearance on The Morayo Show, candidly discussing how she manages her superstar brother's wealth and attempts to reign in his luxury purchases. The Weekly Financial Face-Off Ademefun revealed that managing Davido's finances isn't a passive role. She conducts structured, weekly finance meetings with the artist, ensuring he's fully aware of how his money is being spent. "Me and Davido sit and have a finance meeting every week because I think it is important for him to know how his money is being spent,...

ONDO STATE GOVERNOR AIYEDATIWA UNVEILS N400 MILLION BURSARY AND SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR 13,360 STUDENTS. (PHOTO).

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 Ondo State Governor Aiyedatiwa Unveils N400 Million Bursary and Scholarship Fund for 13,360 Students Akure, Ondo State - Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has officially flagged off the 2026 bursary, scholarship, and financial assistance programme, committing N400 million to support 13,360 students of Ondo State origin currently enrolled in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The significant initiative, aimed at bolstering educational development, was launched on Tuesday at the Cocoa Conference Centre of the Governor’s Office in Akure, the state capital. Extensive Support Across Student Categories During the event, Governor Aiyedatiwa provided a detailed breakdown of the beneficiaries, highlighting the inclusive nature of the scheme. The programme will see 11,907 students receiving bursary awards, while 614 outstanding students have been granted scholarships. Additionally, special provisions have been made for 239 Law School students, 500 medical students undergoing clinic...

TINUBU WELCOMES $12 MILLION ABUJA ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTRE TO STRENGTHEN NIGERIA’S MSME ECOSYSTEM. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE TINUBU WELCOMES $12 MILLION ABUJA ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTRE TO STRENGTHEN NIGERIA’S MSME ECOSYSTEM   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the construction of the $12 million Abuja Centre for Entrepreneurship, saying the project will strengthen Nigeria’s MSME ecosystem and help more businesses grow, create jobs and expand economic activity.   The Centre, funded by the Republic of Korea through the Korea International Cooperation Agency, KOICA, is being developed at the SMEDAN Industrial Development Centre in Idu, Abuja, in partnership with the Federal Government through SMEDAN and the United Nations Development Programme.   ACE will support the wider MSME and entrepreneurship ecosystem, providing facilities, technology, training and enterprise support for aspiring entrepreneurs, start-ups and growing businesses, with an initial target of 500 entrepreneurs, 400 start-ups and 1,500 MSMEs.   About $5.9 million will go into construction, w...

2026 RAINY SEASON PEAK: OLD ENUGU/ONITSHA ROAD AT OGIDI AXIS IMPASSABLE DUE TO FLOOD. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 2026 RAINY SEASON PEAK: OLD ENUGU/ONITSHA ROAD AT OGIDI AXIS IMPASSABLE DUE TO FLOOD *By Maureen Ugwukah* The 2026 rainy period was at its peak on September 22, causing serious flooding in parts of Anambra State. The Old Enugu/Onitsha Road at the Ogidi axis was rendered impassable following a heavy downpour that flooded the road. Motorists and other road users were forced to divert to alternative routes amid untold hardship caused by the flooding. Some road users and residents of the axis who spoke with journalists expressed regret over the yearly recurrence of flooding in the area. They said that whenever it is rainy season, both pedestrians and motorists find it difficult to use the axis. Mr. Okey Ozoh, a shuttle driver plying the Onitsha-Agulu route, decried the flood, describing it as a major obstacle that prolongs their journey and forces them to spend more fuel while searching for alternative routes. Miss Juliet Onyekaso, a resident of the area, said that every rainy season ...

TWO DAYS BLACKOUT: ABAGANA RESIDENTS LAMENT POWER OUTAGE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 TWO DAYS BLACKOUT: ABAGANA RESIDENTS LAMENT POWER OUTAGE *By Emezina Patricia* Residents of some parts of Abagana town in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State have called on the power distribution company to come to their aid in restoring electricity supply. The residents complained that for the past two days, there has been no power supply in Abagana, particularly around Oye Agu Market to Girls' College Road axis. They appealed for urgent intervention to rescue them from the prolonged power outage. Mr. Ifeanyi Okeke, whose shop is located around Oye Agu Market, said he sells cold drinks and has been unable to make sales due to the lack of electricity to chill his drinks, as customers demand cold beverages. He pleaded with the power authority to come to their rescue by restoring electricity supply to the area. Mrs. Mercy Elem, who lives near Girls' College, Abagana, said she is a civil servant and has been unable to iron her clothes since the outage began. She prayed...

PRESIDENT TINUBU HAILS $800M IMA GAS FID AS NIGERIA UNLOCKS FIVE-DECADE-OLD GAS RESOURCE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE   PRESIDENT TINUBU HAILS $800M IMA GAS FID AS NIGERIA UNLOCKS FIVE-DECADE-OLD GAS RESOURCE   President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomes the $800 million Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Ima Gas Project, marking another major milestone in his administration’s drive to unlock Nigeria’s vast gas resources for investment, industrialisation, job creation and economic prosperity.   Developed by Nigerian independent AMNI International in partnership with TotalEnergies, the Ima Gas Project is expected to produce about 300 million standard cubic feet of gas per day at peak.   The Ima gas resource, located offshore in OMLs 112 and 117, was discovered in 1973 but remained undeveloped for more than five decades. Despite its significant reserves and potential as a source of feedgas for Nigeria LNG Limited, the resource remained underground and unable to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economy. The FID, announced on September 23, has changed thi...

LASEMA CLEARS OBSTRUCTIONS, RESTORES FREE FLOW OF TRAFFIC AT ONIPANU, NATIONAL. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 LASEMA CLEARS OBSTRUCTIONS, RESTORES FREE FLOW OF TRAFFIC AT ONIPANU, NATIONAL The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) has once again demonstrated its rapid response capability and commitment to public safety with the successful recovery of two major truck incidents that obstructed vehicular movement along Ikorodu Road and the National-Ashade corridor. In the first incident, following a distress alert received at 5:53 p.m. on September 20, 2026, the LASEMA Cobra Team stationed at Onipanu was immediately activated and deployed to Palmgrove inward Obanikoro along Ikorodu Road.  Upon arrival at the scene, the Response Team observed a loaded mixer truck belonging to Ecocrete Construction Company, which had been involved in a lone accident and had fallen sideways on the BRT corridor. Preliminary investigation suggests that the accident was due to reckless driving and overspeeding. Fortunately, no casualties were recorded.  However, the driver of the affected truc...

DAVIDO INTERVIEWS ALIKO DANGOTE ON SHARE INVESTMENT, BILLIONAIRE'S PAN-AFRICAN VISION GOES VIRAL. (PHOTO).

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 Davido Interviews Aliko Dangote on Share Investment, Billionaire's Pan-African Vision Goes Viral A captivating moment involving Nigerian music superstar Davido and Africa's wealthiest individual, Aliko Dangote, has taken the internet by storm. The impromptu interaction, captured on video, saw Davido step into the role of an interviewer, directly posing a crucial question to the billionaire about investment in his enterprise. The unique exchange unfolded during the unveiling of Dangote's prominent billboard in New York's iconic Times Square. Davido was among the distinguished personalities in attendance, and he evidently couldn't resist the rare chance to garner direct investment insights from the renowned industrialist. Davido's Direct Query to Dangote During the high-profile event, the Afrobeats sensation approached Dangote with a pointed question: "Why should people buy shares in your company?" Unfazed by the unexpected grilling, Dangote offered a c...

NIGERIA ON HIGH ALERT: NCDC ISSUES EBOLA ADVISORY AMID DRC OUTBREAK ESCALATION. ( PHOTO).

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 Nigeria on High Alert: NCDC Issues Ebola Advisory Amid DRC Outbreak Escalation The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has officially placed the nation on 'high alert' following a significant update on the ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This proactive stance comes as the NCDC releases a comprehensive health advisory, signaling intensified preparedness activities across the country. According to a statement signed by the Centre’s Director General, Dr. Jide Idris, Nigeria is actively implementing a range of preparatory measures designed to effectively combat any potential threat posed by the viral disease. Dr. Idris assured the public that these measures would undergo continuous review, adapting to the evolving epidemiological landscape and public health risk assessments. Enhanced Surveillance and Travel Protocols In a bid to bolster public health surveillance, the NCDC's advisory mandates travelers ...

KYLIAN MBAPPE SETS AMBITIOUS GOAL FOR 2026 BALLON D'OR: 'I WOULD BE DISAPPOINTED NOT TO WIN IT'. (PHOTO).

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 Kylian Mbappe Sets Ambitious Goal for 2026 Ballon d'Or: 'I Would Be Disappointed Not To Win It' Real Madrid's new attacking star, Kylian Mbappe, has openly declared his high expectations for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, stating he would be profoundly disappointed if he failed to clinch the coveted individual award. The France captain, a perennial favorite in football's elite circles, is currently among the 30 finalists for this year's prestigious honor, signaling his consistent top-tier performance. Mbappe's Unwavering Confidence and Competitive Drive Speaking to RFI, Mbappe expressed a strong sense of personal achievement for the current year, which he believes positions him well for future accolades. "I can really feel it's a good year for me," Mbappe remarked. Emphasizing his competitive nature, he added, "I would be disappointed to not win it. When a competitor doesn't win, he is disappointed. I am competitive!" This candid admi...

FG TO MOBILIZE 4,000 CONTENT CREATORS TO PROMOTE INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS AHEAD OF 2027.(PHOTO).

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 FG to Mobilize 4,000 Content Creators to Promote Infrastructure Projects Ahead of 2027 The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled plans to engage 4,000 social media influencers and content creators nationwide to showcase its infrastructure accomplishments as the country approaches the 2027 general elections. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the proposal in Abuja during a meeting with leaders of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). The student delegation visited to submit a field assessment report on federal road projects across four northern states: Kano, Jigawa, Kaduna, and Sokoto. Amplifying Infrastructure Achievements According to Umahi, establishing a nationwide network of digital communicators will significantly improve the administration's public outreach. He explained that online platforms provide the most direct channel to engage citizens, particularly the youth, regarding the scale and progress of public works across the country. The mini...