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Two men have been reportedly killed by suspected herdsmen in Tse Wende, Adam village, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, escalating concerns over rising insecurity in the region. The victims, identified as Terwsse Azege and Orseer Kende, were killed on Thursday, October 3, 2024, according to a local resident, …

The Borno State Government has declared a cholera outbreak in the wake of devastating floods, which have so far led to 451 recorded cases. The flooding, caused by the collapse of the Alau Dam, has severely impacted Maiduguri and surrounding areas, displacing over 2 million people, destroying health infrastructure, and …

The Lagos territorial office of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed the return of 180 Nigerians who were repatriated from Libya.   The returnees, which included 67 adult females, 55 adult males, 42 children, and 16 infants, arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos at 7:30 pm …

A 30-year-old man, Abdullahi Mohammed, who climbed a 33 kV high-tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa, Adamawa, demanding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s resignation, has been admitted to the Yola Psychiatric Hospital for a mental evaluation. The police arrested Mohammed on Saturday, September 28, after convincing him to come down from the …

Social critic Martins Otse, popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM), has responded to Femi Falana’s statement on Channels TV, where the renowned human rights lawyer vowed to pursue a civil defamation case against him due to the untrue stories he had cooked up through the audio clip.   Falana had …

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has stated that the recent missile strike on Israel was the “least punishment” and vowed to launch more attacks if necessary because they won’t let the death of the dead go in vain.  In his speech delivered on Friday in Tehran, Khamenei defended the …

Preston North End forward Milutin Osmajic has been handed an eight-match ban and a £15,000 fine after admitting to biting Blackburn Rovers defender Owen Beck during a Championship match last month. The incident occurred during the 87th minute of the goalless draw on September 22 at Deepdale. Although referee Matt …

Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has clarified his stance regarding the recent controversial audio shared by social critic Very Dark Man (VDM), which involved Bobrisky, Falz, and his father Femi Falana.   Seun took to social media on Thursday, October 4, 2024, to explain that while he shares a friendship with VDM, …

Late Hollywood actor John Amos, who passed away on October 1, reportedly asked that his death announcement be delayed to prevent his daughter Shannon from turning it into a “circus,” according to his longtime publicist, Belinda Foster. Amos, 84, passed away due to congestive heart failure, but his death was …

Nigerian gospel singer Mercy Chinwo and her husband, Pastor Blessed, have shared heartwarming family photos as they celebrate their son, Baby Charis, on his first birthday. The aim is to appreciate God and show a heart of gratitude.  In a post shared on her Instagram page today, October 4, 2024, …

On Nigeria’s Independence Day, October 1, 2024, the country celebrated not only its 64 years of freedom but also a significant diplomatic breakthrough—Dubai travel is now easier for Nigerians. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has lifted restrictions, streamlining the visa process for Nigerians and enabling seamless travel between Lagos and …

The Federal Government has announced the removal of value-added tax (VAT) on essential energy products such as diesel and cooking gas, a move aimed at alleviating the current economic hardship faced by Nigerians. According to a statement from Mohammed Manga, Director of Information at the Ministry of Finance, the VAT …

The Delta State Police Command has arrested two women for allegedly stealing a three-day-old baby and attempting to sell the child. The arrest followed a tip-off from a tricycle rider who reported suspicious activity to the police after hearing a conversation between the suspects about a payment related to the …

Two police operatives were tragically killed in Anambra State on October 3 during an investigation mission at Uruagu, Nnewi North, after being ambushed by unknown gunmen. The assailants reportedly began shooting upon sighting the officers and hurled an improvised explosive device (IED) into their operational vehicle, which caught fire, leading …

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) has announced a major achievement, recovering N13 billion in diverted public funds in September 2024. ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu, shared the news during the launch of the ICPC’s Strategic Action Plan 2024-2028, describing it as a testament to the …