Detectives in Akwa Ibom have arrested a man posing as a doctor after an illegal abortion led to the death of a 35-year-old woman, Blessing Sunday Etim. Police spokesperson DSP Timfon John confirmed the suspect, Sunday Okon Akpan, ran the so-called Full Life Medical Centre in Ibesikpo Asutan LGA, despite […]
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Boko Haram denies Nigerien army’s claim of killing leader
Boko Haram has denied reports by the Nigerien army that its leader, Bakura — real name Ibrahim Mahamadu was killed in an airstrike in the Lake Chad region. In an audio message obtained by AFP, a close aide insisted Bakura is alive, calling Niger’s claim “false propaganda.” Experts also cautioned […]
I faced bullying over albinism while campaigning – Gov Eno
Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has revealed how he endured bullying and rejection during his campaign because of his albinism. Speaking in a recent Instagram post, the governor recalled how critics dismissed him, saying they did not want an “albino governor.” Despite the mockery, Eno said his […]
Benue Assembly Suspends Four Lawmakers Over Impeachment Plot
The Benue State House of Assembly has suspended four lawmakers for six months over an alleged attempt to impeach Speaker Aondona Dajoh. Those affected are Alfred Berger of Makurdi North, Terna Shimawua of Kian, Cyril Ekong of Obi, and James Umoru of Apa constituency. The suspension followed a motion of […]
Group Protests Insecurity, Calls for Police Control in Anambra
A group, Make Anambra Great Again, staged a peaceful protest on Friday against rising insecurity in Anambra State and alleged excesses of the government-backed Agunechemba vigilante outfit. The walk, led by YPP governorship candidate Paul Chukwuma, began at Aroma Junction and ended at the state police command in Amawbia. Chukwuma […]
On Sports, Nigerian Referees To Officiate At WAFU B Women’s Champions League Qualifiers
On Sports Two Nigerian referees, Alaba Olufunmilayo and Agbons Faith, have been appointed to officiate at the WAFU Zone B qualifiers for the CAF Women’s Champions League. The list, released over the weekend, includes Alaba as part of a team of six referees from West Africa and one from Tanzania, […]
On The Foreign Scene, Mediators Await Israeli Response To New Gaza Ceasefire Plan
On The Foreign Scene Arab mediators are waiting for Israel’s response after Hamas agreed to a new ceasefire and hostage release proposal. The plan, presented by Qatar and Egypt, is nearly identical to a U.S.-backed deal calling for a 60-day truce. Under it, about half of the 50 hostages believed […]
The waiting is over, Nigerian woman welcomes twin girls in her 50s
There’s joy in the family of Adesuwa Ujiadughele, a Nigerian woman who has celebrated the birth of twin baby girls in her 50s. Announcing the news on Facebook on Monday, August 18, Ujiadughele described the journey to motherhood at her age as difficult but rewarding, thanking God for what she […]
Hon.Lilian Orogbu Raises Alarm Over Fraudulent Facebook Account Set Up By Scammers
A Member of the House of Representatives, Honorable Professor Oby Lilian Orogbu, has distanced herself from a fraudulent Facebook account falsely linking her to a Federal Government Agricultural Empowerment Fund. In a statement, Orogbu, who represents Awka North and South Federal Constituency, described the scheme as a scam by fraudsters […]
Canadian court rejects asylum request of Nigerian politician
A Canadian court has dismissed the final appeal of a Nigerian family seeking asylum over alleged Boko Haram threats, paving the way for their deportation this week. Adeniyi Muftau Gbadamosi, his wife, and two sons said militants attacked their home in 2018 after he converted to Christianity. But Justice Roger […]