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Indonesia arrests three for tapping President's phone Indonesian police have arrested three people suspected of unlawfully tapping President Prabowo Subianto's telephone, with the justice minister identifying one of the suspects as a serving general. Senior detective Asep Safrudin identified the suspects only by their initials, LSP, ASN and EH, during a briefing in Jakarta on Tuesday, November 3. He said investigators were examining allegations that the suspects intercepted the president's telephone communications and those of other prominent individuals. The alleged targets also included government officials, politicians, journalists, representatives of non-governmental organisations and businesspeople. According to Asep, the telephone numbers were "tapped without any legal basis or without any investigative or inquiry process in accordance with applicable laws". He said a police officer who became aware of the alleged interception submitted a report on Friday, p...

 Former Ohio professor fatally attacks wife after unclad photo blackmail threats A retired Ohio State University music professor has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting he killed his wife, claiming an online extortion scheme led to the attack. James Hill, 77, will be eligible for parole after 15 years following his guilty plea on October 28, 2026. He also admitted cruelty to a companion animal after attacking the couple's dog. According to court documents, Hill told investigators that a woman he had been communicating with online threatened to release unclad photographs he had sent her unless he paid $15,000 in Apple gift cards. He said he received the demand on November 9, 2025, and believed the only way out was to unalive his entire family. Hill told investigators he first searched for a gun but could not find it. He claimed his wife, Mary, 64, had hidden the firearm years earlier, so he took a knife instead. According to his account, Mary was sitting at a computer i...

 Democrat's Deb Haaland becomes first female Native American governor in US Democrat Deb Haaland won New Mexico's gubernatorial election on Tuesday, becoming the first Native American woman elected governor of a US state. Haaland, a member of Laguna Pueblo, previously represented New Mexico in Congress and served as US interior secretary under President Joe Biden. The Associated Press called the race for Haaland with an estimated 41 per cent of the vote counted. Unofficial figures from the New Mexico secretary of state's office showed her with 57 per cent of the vote at 8:49pm against Republican Gregg Hull, the former mayor of Rio Rancho. Haaland watched the results with supporters, fellow candidates and state Democratic Party officials at the Route 66 Casino Hotel in Albuquerque after polls closed at 7pm. She ran alongside New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard, while Hull's running mate was Republican state Senator David Gallegos. Haaland def...

Adam Hamilton becomes the first Democratic senator from Kansas in nearly 100 years Democrat Adam Hamilton has defeated Republican Senator Roger Marshall in Kansas, according to NPR's reporting, becoming the first Democrat elected to the US Senate from the state since 1932. Hamilton, pastor of the country's largest United Methodist church, ran as a moderate and said he would listen to people on both sides of the political divide. He called for term limits, criticised national Democrats and won endorsements from prominent Kansas Republicans, including a former governor. Kansas backed Donald Trump by double-digit margins in every presidential election from 2016 onward. Over the same period, however, voters elected and then re-elected a moderate Democratic governor. Marshall won his Senate seat in 2020 by more than 11 percentage points, despite expectations of a closer race. This year's contest became the most expensive election in Kansas history, with Hamilton breaking several...

 EFCC, Australian Federal Police Sign MoU to Strengthen Fight Against Cybercrime The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Australian Federal Police, AFP, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, to strengthen collaboration in tackling cybercrime and other transnational financial crimes. The agreement was signed on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the EFCC Headquarters, Jabi, Abuja. Speaking at the ceremony, the Australian High Commissioner to Nigeria, Leilani Bin-Juda, commended the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, and officers of the Commission for the cordial relationship and cooperation with the Australian Federal Police over the years. “Chairman, I want to say a big thank you to you, your leadership, your agency and your amazing officers who have worked closely with the Australian Federal Police,” she said. She noted that Nigeria and Australia have sustained cooperation on several issues,  through exchange of technology, intelligence and professional ...

 Security Agencies Rescue Eight Abducted Victims In Kaduna Eight victims abducted around Millennium City and Marabar Rido in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State have been rescued in a joint security operation involving the Department of State Services (DSS), the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the Nigeria Police Force and the military. The victims were rescued between October 31 and November 2, 2026, during coordinated operations conducted in collaboration with the Kaduna State Government. Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Rabiu, disclosed this while addressing journalists at the DSS Command headquarters in Kaduna. Rabiu said the operation formed part of sustained efforts by security agencies to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks responsible for recurring abductions in Millennium City and surrounding communities. The rescued victims were identified as Jamila Muhammad, 27, wife of Abdulkadir Bello; Talatu Yakubu, 40; Yunana Bawa, 30; Calista...

 ‘Show your certificates’ — Amaechi replies Oshiomhole over ‘shallow’ comment Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has challenged Senator Adams Oshiomhole to present his academic certificates after the former Edo State governor described him as “shallow”. Amaechi issued the challenge during an interview on Rapid TV while responding to Oshiomhole’s recent criticism of his  political positions and credibility.Political analysis reports Oshiomhole had described Amaechi as “shallow” and “unreliable”, accusing him of contradicting his previous positions by criticising the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu after previously supporting the party. The former APC national chairman also questioned Amaechi’s relationship with former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, recalling that Amaechi had previously challenged Atiku’s emergence as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate. React...

‘I’ll leave my wife if she governs like Tinubu’ - Amaechi The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, has said he might leave his wife, Judith, if she becomes president and acts like President Bola Tinubu. Amaechi explained that his sentimental attachment to Judith won't prevent him from detaching himself from her, if she governs the way Tinubu does. He made this statement during an interview with Rapid TV, where he encouraged Nigerians to not vote for Tinubu in 2027. According to Amaechi: "Right now, the person I’m closest to is my wife, not my kids. So, if my wife becomes president and starts doing the same things Tinubu is doing, I’ll be upset and won’t follow her, even though I love her. It’s either she changes, or I leave her." Amaechi asked Nigerians to judge the president’s work, not let personal feelings affect their political decisions. He added, "I hope Nigerians won’t let religion, politics, or ethnicity influence their...

Federal Government announces plans to ban heavy-duty vehicles from using the First Niger Bridge The Federal Government has announced plans to ban heavy-duty vehicles from using the First Niger Bridge as part of measures to protect the bridge and ensure its long-term safety. The Anambra State Federal Controller of Works, Timothy Emenike, disclosed that the government is considering placing barriers at both ends of the bridge to prevent heavy-duty trucks from accessing it. The proposed move is aimed at easing persistent gridlock on the First Niger Bridge, which connects Onitsha, Anambra State, to Asaba, Delta State, by diverting heavy-duty vehicles to the Second Niger Bridge. According to Emenike, the decision is being considered following repeated traffic congestion caused by broken-down trucks and other vehicles obstructing movement on the bridge. He also urged motorists, particularly truck drivers, to ensure their vehicles are in good condition before using the bridge and to move faul...

Atiku urges Senate to reject Tinubu’s $7.7bn loan request Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the Senate to reject President Bola Tinubu’s latest $7.7bn external borrowing request, warning that the proposed loan would further burden Nigerians and future administrations. Atiku, in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Director of Strategic Communication of the African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Phrank Shaibu, described the frequency of the Federal Government’s borrowing requests as alarming. The proposed $7.7bn loan, estimated at ₦10.79tn, is expected to part-finance the 2026 budget deficit. The opposition politician’s reaction came barely days after another external borrowing proposal of $20.52bn and €1.045bn was presented to the National Assembly for approval. Questioning the government’s borrowing strategy, Atiku said Nigerians should not be expected to treat the successive requests as routine legislative business. “What is the problem with this go...

 ANTI-KIDNAP OPERATIONS: TROOPS NEUTRALIZE THREE KIDNAPPERS, RECOVER WEAPONS, CACHES OF AMMUNITION IN KOGI STATE In a sustained effort to rid Kogi State of criminal elements and dismantle the operational networks of kidnappers, troops of 12 Composite Brigade under the newly established 5 Division Nigerian Army, in conjunction with personnel of the Kogi State Vigilance Service (KSVS), have neutralised three suspected kidnappers and recovered arms and ammunition during a follow-up exploitation operation in Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The operation was conducted on 4 November 2026 in continuation of earlier raid and exploitation operations in Edimogbo Forest on the activities of suspected kidnappers operating within the area. The joint team extending its search from Edimogbo Forest towards the general area of Obele forest pursuit the fleeing criminal elements. During the operation, troops made contact with the suspected kidnappers, who attempted to escape upon...

 LAGOS INFORMATION COMMISSIONER CHARGES PAOs ON OPEN COMMUNICATION, PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE … Pledges Support For Officers, Calls For Better Funding, Training, Professional Recognition … As Ogunbanwo Seeks Stronger Teamwork, Digital Engagement, Accountability Among Officers  Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, has urged Public Affairs Officers (PAOs) across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to break communication barriers, speak up on challenges affecting their work and strengthen professional collaboration, declaring that “people can be seen but must never be heard” is a mindset the Ministry of Information must reject. Omotoso gave the charge on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at a meeting with Public Affairs Officers held at Combo Hall, Lagos Television (LTV), Agidingbi, assuring participants of his readiness to address concerns relating to their welfare, funding, professional development and working conditions. The Commissioner, wh...

 ZAMFARA DELEGATION VISITS LAGOS OFFICE OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT … To Explore Best Practices In Urban Management  The Lagos State Office of Urban Development (OUD) has received a delegation from the Zamfara State Government on a study visit aimed at gaining insights into Lagos State’s institutional framework, operational strategies and best practices in urban development, building control and urban regeneration. The delegation, led by the Permanent Secretary and Solicitor-General, Zamfara State Ministry of Justice, Barrister Musa Garba, included officials from various government institutions, including the Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Budget and the Zamfara State Regional Planning Board, among others.  The visit, held at the OUD Conference Room, Alausa, Ikeja, provided an opportunity for both states to exchange knowledge and experiences on effective urban governance and institutional administration. While welcoming the delegation, the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Offi...

 MARWA TAKES DRUG ADVOCACY TO EDO  The fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking has received a major boost, with Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo state and the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare the Second, declaring their full support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency's campaign.  The commitment was made during the NDLEA Chairman, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa's advocacy visit to Benin City, where Governor Okpebholo pledged his administration's partnership and support for the agency, describing illicit drugs as a major driver of criminal activities.  The governor was subsequently decorated as a WADA Grand Ambassador in recognition of his commitment to the anti-drug campaign. At the palace of the Oba of Benin, Marwa called for stronger collaboration with traditional institutions, religious leaders and other stakeholders, warning that over 15 million Nigerians are battling drug abuse. The agency is also expanding its Alternative Development Programme t...

 NIGERIA POLICE FORCE WARNS POLITICANS AGAINST DESTRUCTION OF CAMPAIGN POSTERS AND BILLBOARDS, VOWS ARREST AND PROSECUTION The Nigeria Police Force has observed with serious concern the growing incidents of deliberate tearing, defacement and destruction of political campaign posters, banners and billboards belonging to candidates and political parties across the country ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The Force strongly condemns this act of political intolerance and warns political thugs, hoodlums and other mischief-makers involved to desist immediately. For the avoidance of doubt, destroying, defacing or unlawfully removing another candidate's campaign posters and billboards may constitute malicious damage, which is a criminal offence under applicable criminal laws (Section 451 of the Criminal Code Act and Sections 326 of the Penal Code Law, which defines the offence of mischief). Political differences or loyalty to a particular party do not give anyone the right to destroy a...

 Gbemisola Accuses Anita Joseph and Sister of Online Harassment, Calls on Police Cybercrime Unit The ongoing feud involving Nollywood actress Anita Joseph and Gbemisola, the girlfriend of entertainer MC Fish, has escalated dramatically. Gbemisola has publicly accused the actress and her sister, Sandra, of cyberbullying, harassment, and targeting her underage daughter. Taking to social media, Gbemisola shared details regarding the feud, alleging that Anita Joseph attempted to dig up damaging information about her past. According to Gbemisola, the movie star reached out directly to her child's father in an attempt to gather dirt on her. However, the plan reportedly backfired when the child's father immediately blocked the actress. Anita Joseph's Sister Counters the Allegations The controversy prompted a fiery response from Anita Joseph's sister, Sandra, who stepped in to defend the Nollywood star. Dismissing the accusations, Sandra described Gbemisola in harsh terms and m...

 NIGERIA POLICE DECLARES WAR ON DESTRUCTION OF CAMPAIGN MATERIALS As political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 General Elections, the Nigeria Police Force is sending a strong warning to politicians and their supporters: destroying opponents' campaign posters, banners and billboards will attract serious consequences. In a statement, the Force says political intolerance and deliberate destruction of campaign materials will not be tolerated, declaring that both perpetrators and their sponsors risk arrest and prosecution. It stresses that unlawfully tearing down or defacing another candidate's campaign materials constitutes malicious damage, a criminal offence punishable under applicable laws, including Section 451 of the Criminal Code Act and Section 326 of the Penal Code Law. To enforce compliance, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has directed Commissioners of Police across the 36 states and the FCT to step up surveillance, investigate reported cases a...

 Mr Macaroni Earns Master's Degree With Distinction from London Theatre Academy Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Adebowale Adedayo, best known by his stage name Mr Macaroni, has achieved a major academic milestone after graduating with a Master of Arts degree with distinction in Performance (Acting) from the prestigious Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London. The acclaimed content creator shared the news with his fans through a video posted on his Instagram page. Reflecting on his academic journey, Adedayo expressed heartfelt gratitude to God, his family, close friends, and loyal supporters who encouraged him throughout his studies abroad. A Challenging Journey Toward Professional Growth Speaking on the rigorous nature of the postgraduate program, the actor acknowledged that the coursework tested his limits both emotionally and creatively. However, he emphasized that the experience contributed significantly to his personal and professional evolution. "Completing this d...

 Teammate Defends Goalkeeper Jesus Owono After Tragic Death of Tenerife Striker Jesus de Miguel Andorra defender Lautaro Spatz has come to the defense of goalkeeper Jesus Owono after a tragic collision during a Spanish second division match resulted in the death of Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel. The devastating incident occurred during a 2-2 draw between Tenerife and Andorra, seven minutes into stoppage time. Owono rushed out toward the center circle to clear a long ball and collided with De Miguel. The 30 year old striker was left motionless on the pitch and received emergency medical treatment before being transported to the hospital by ambulance, where he later passed away. Owono was issued a red card, and the match was abandoned shortly after. Teammates and Federation Support Owono Addressing the heartbreak on social media, Spatz expressed his deep condolences to De Miguel's family while emphasizing that Owono is struggling emotionally with the outcome. "Those of us who...

 Ethiopian forces reportedly kill Tigray rebel commander, capture two others Ethiopian government forces and allied fighters killed a senior Tigray rebel commander and captured two others amid renewed clashes in the country's north, Jawar Mohammed, a member of the Oromo Federalist Congress, said, Anadolu Agency reported. Semere Teklu, one of the leaders of the Tigray People's Liberation Front's (TPLF), was killed during fighting in Bizet, eastern Tigray region, according to Jawar. He added that government troops and allied Tigray Peace Forces (TPF) militias captured Hailesilassie Asefa, one of the leaders of the TPLF, and logistics chief Kahsay Teklu, along with rebels under their command. The developments followed a claim on Monday by the TPLF that its forces had killed 500 Ethiopian soldiers and wounded another 800 in clashes near Aksum on October 31.

 Illinois officials are offering a $25,000 reward after 6 pit bulls were found fatally tortured.  One of the most debated topics on the internet is pit bulls. Whether they are inherently mean, inherently kind, what are the owner's responsibilities, should they be pets, and of course the victim and survivor stories.  However, back in March, in the Illinois town of Crete, authorities weren't questioning the breed or their behavior. They were infuriated that someone callously took the lives of 6 dogs. Now that there is a $25,000 reward, they are hoping someone will come forward. Bags were lying alongside side roads near the intersection of Kings Road and Norfolk Avenue. What they discovered when they looked inside of the bags, left the community shocked and disgusted. According to Will County State's Attorney, James Glasgow, there were 6 dogs all weighing roughly 50 to 60 lbs. Each and every dog showed signs of a hard life met by a brutal end. Mr. Glasgow stated, "I can...

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 The Catch of the Day was Kindness. A group of Tennessee fishermen sailed into hero status when they reeled in an unfortunate motorist whom was heading for Davy Jones locker and using some every-day-man ingenuity in the process This nautical nightmare unfolded on Halloweeen, on the afternoon of October of 31st at Shutes Branch Recreation Area of Old Hickory Lake in Wilson County, Tennessee. On this beautiful fall evening a group of friends who had spent every weekend fishing Old Hickory Lake for the last two years were about to get the best fishin' story ever. It all went down just as the guys were pulling in their lines and calling it a day. As our heroes were preparing to pack it up and head home, a woman pulled into the parking lot. According to eyewitnesses the unidentified woman pulled into a spot and just sat there for around five minutes.  Then all hell broke lose. After sitting for those five minutes the woman began to rev her engine. Then she dropped it into drive and...

Lady allegedly thrown from two-storey building by sister's boyfriend in Imo dies The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the passing of 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, aged 26, her aunt's boyfriend on November 1, 2026, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, Owerri. A statement from the command says the victim, who sustained serious injuries from the incident, was rushed to a hospital for medical attention but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries in the evening of November 3, 2026, while receiving treatment. The command said the suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that justice is served. The state Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, psc(+), commiserates with the family of the deceased and assures the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing.

 Isa Ashiru Mourns Three PDP Members Who Died In Fatal Auto Crash Along Kaduna–Kafanchan Road Rt. Hon. Isa Mohammed Ashiru, Sarkin Bai Zazzau and ADC governorship candidate for the 2027 Kaduna State governorship election, has expressed profound shock and sadness over the death of three members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from Jema’a Local Government Area in a fatal road accident along the Kaduna–Kafanchan Road. The deceased were identified as Comrade Caleb Ishaya Alot, PDP Secretary in Jema’a LGA; Ms. Mercy Achi, PDP Zonal Women Leader (Wise Women), Jema’a LGA; and Ms. Charity Bahago, a member of the PDP Wise Women in the local government area. According to Ashiru, the trio lost their lives while carrying out party duties when the tragic incident occurred. Describing their deaths as a monumental loss, Ashiru said their sudden departure had left a painful void in their immediate families, the PDP family in Jema’a, the zone and Kaduna State at large. He extended his heartfe...

 PRESS RELEASE  ONDO POLICE BUST SUSPECTED COUNTERFEIT DOLLAR PRINTING FACTORY IN ODIGBO, ARREST ONE SUSPECT, RECOVER THREE BAGS OF FAKE CURRENCY The Ondo State Police Command has recorded a significant breakthrough in its efforts to combat financial crimes with the discovery of a suspected counterfeit currency printing operation in Kiniso Village, via Ajue, Odigbo Local Government Area of the State. The operation led to the arrest of one suspect and the recovery of three bags of suspected counterfeit United States dollar notes and other materials believed to be connected to the illicit activity. The breakthrough followed a complaint lodged on 28th October 2026 by one Yusuf Nasiru 'M' of Sabo, Okitipupa, who reported that two men, identified as Peter Desmond and Olami Toro, both residents of Ode-Irele, had approached him at his shop on 25th October 2026, requesting to exchange United States dollars for their naira equivalent. According to the complainant, he handed over the su...

 TROOPS OF 12 COMPOSITE BRIGADE NEUTRALISE TWO KIDNAPPERS, RECOVER ARMS AND AMMUNITION IN KOGI STATE In continuation of the ongoing clearance operations to rid Kogi State of criminal elements, troops of 12 Composite Brigade, 5 Division Nigerian Army, have neutralised two kidnappers and recovered arms and ammunition during a follow-up exploitation operation in Edimogbo Forest, Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The operation, conducted on 3 November 2026, followed the successful raid on a suspected kidnappers’ hideout in the same forest on 2 November 2026, during which troops made contact with the criminal elements. Building on the gains of the initial operation, troops subsequently sustained the exploitation of the forest to track down fleeing suspects, clear remaining hideouts and deny the criminals freedom of action. During the follow-up operation, troops again made contact with the fleeing criminal elements and engaged them, forcing the suspects to withdraw. Th...