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A military personnel named Sudik has been accused of severing the fingers of Abdulrahman Salisu, a shoe seller, at his shop near Jolly Bread in Minna, Niger State, on Sallah day, as reported by The Nation. Abdulrahman recounted that Sudik came to his shop to buy a pair of shoes, and after completing the transaction, … Read more
Cheryl Zondi, a pivotal witness in the case against the senior pastor of Jesus Dominion International (JDI), was overcome with emotion in court after the Nigerian clergyman was acquitted of charges including rape and human trafficking. On April 2, 2025, the High Court in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa, ruled in favor of the 66-year-old … Read more
Chisom Chigbo, a Nigerian woman, has shared her migration journey, offering valuable advice for others aiming to better their lives abroad. In a viral message, she encouraged people to remain flexible and consider alternative destinations if their dream country proves difficult to enter, while staying focused on their long-term goals. Chisom recounted how she initially … Read more
Kogi Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has vowed to reveal evidence supporting her claim that Senate President Godswill Akpabio sexually harassed her—at what she describes as the “right time.” She made the statement during a Channels TV interview on Thursday night, responding to Mr. Akpabio’s claim that she has no proof to substantiate the allegation. “At the … Read more
Here’s a rephrased version of the statement: Former Senator representing Adamawa North, Elisha Abbo, has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of treating the Red Chamber as his private estate. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme, Abbo alleged that Akpabio routinely threatens lawmakers who do not align with him, using intimidation tactics and threats of … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified why the recall petition against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central was dismissed, explaining that it failed to meet the constitutional criteria. In a statement issued on Thursday, INEC referenced Section 69(a) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which stipulates that a recall petition must be signed … Read more
The Abia State Government has officially handed over newly renovated buildings to the Federal College of Education (FCE) Ofeme, Umuahia. During the handover ceremony, Deputy Governor of Abia State, Engr. Ikechukwu Emetu, commended the contractors for completing the project on schedule and within budget. He also praised the college management for their dedication to maintaining … Read more
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has expressed her gratitude to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the dismissal of a recall petition filed against her by certain individuals. In a statement released today, INEC clarified that the petition failed to meet the constitutional criteria for a recall, and therefore, no further steps would be taken. On … Read more
The Rivers State Government has declared the cancellation of all ongoing procurement and tender processes in line with a recent Supreme Court ruling. This announcement was made by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), the state’s sole administrator, through a statement issued by Prof. Ibibia Worika, the Secretary to the State Government, in Port Harcourt on … Read more
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Dakar, Senegal, where he will represent President Bola Tinubu at the country’s 65th Independence Day celebrations. Shettima, who left on Thursday afternoon, is expected to return to Nigeria on Friday. Senegal marks its Independence Day on April 4 each year, commemorating its liberation from French colonial rule … Read more