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Police Narrate Arrest of Suspects in Arise News Anchor Killing as Trial Resumes in Abuja
The trial of 11 defendants charged with the alleged murder of Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu “Sommie” Maduagwu, resumed on Tuesday at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) sitting in Jabi, Abuja, with fresh revelations on how … Continue Reading
TINUBU SACKS FINANCE MINISTER IN CABINET SHAKE-UP
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has removed the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, in a significant cabinet reshuffle aimed at repositioning the country’s economic leadership.
The decision, announced in an official statement from the … Continue Reading
AIRLINES SUSPEND STRIKE AS FUEL CRISIS TALKS CONTINUE
Domestic airlines in Nigeria have temporarily suspended their planned shutdown of operations following last-minute intervention by the Federal Government, averting what could have triggered a nationwide disruption of air travel.
The looming strike had been driven by the sharp … Continue Reading
TREASON CHARGES ROCK NIGERIA OVER ALLEGED COUP PLOT
Nigeria’s federal authorities have filed treason and terrorism charges against six individuals over an alleged plot to overthrow the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Security sources confirmed that those charged include a retired military officer and a serving police personnel, … Continue Reading
South African Opposition Leader Julius Malema Jailed Over Rally Gun Incident
South African opposition figure Julius Malema has been jailed following a controversial incident in which he discharged a rifle during a political rally, sparking national debate over leadership conduct and public safety.
The court found Malema guilty of violating firearm … Continue Reading
Gunmen Kill Omoku Youth Leader, Aide in Rivers Attack
Gunmen suspected to be members of a cult group have killed two people, including the President of the Omoku Youth Federation, Comrade Ifeanyi Azuazu, in an attack that has left residents of Omoku in Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area of … Continue Reading
Breaking: Disturbing Videos From Anthony Joshua’s Car Crash in Nigeria
A series of disturbing videos has emerged from the scene of Anthony Joshua’s car crash in Nigeria, revealing the shocking state of emergency response and public safety protocols in the country. The footage captures the chaotic aftermath of the accident—showing … Continue Reading
Anthony Joshua Survives Fatal Nigeria Crash as Overspeeding Blamed — Two Confirmed Dead
Ogun State, Nigeria — British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident on Monday, December 29, 2025, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria’s busiest inter-state highways. The crash resulted in the deaths of … Continue Reading
CBN Lifts Deposit Limits, Increases Weekly Cash Withdrawal Ceiling to N500,000
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced sweeping adjustments to the nation’s cash-handling framework, removing all limits on cash deposits and raising the weekly withdrawal threshold to N500,000 for individuals—up from the previous N100,000.
The policy changes were … Continue Reading
Governor Adeleke Quits PDP, Citing Deepening National Leadership Crisis
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ending a long-standing affiliation with the party under which he was elected.
The governor announced his decision late Monday in a statement posted on his … Continue Reading