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Politics

FCT Court Orders Arrest of PDP Factional Chair Kabiru Turaki

A bench warrant was signed by Justice Kekemeke for the arrest of Kabiru Turaki following the politician's failure to appear in a police-led case. ABUJA — A…

Nigeria

N114m Fraud: Abia Govt Reacts to Arrest of Soldier Aided by Otti

Governor Alex Otti's administration has responded to the arrest of a soldier it recently promised aid, citing a N114m fraud probe by the Army. UMUAHIA – A …

Security

Army, CJTF Capture Suspected Terrorist Agent

A suspected terror recruiter was intercepted in Borno by Nigerian troops and CJTF members during an intelligence-led operation in Benesheikh. MAIDUGURI — A sus…

Diaspora

6 Years Jail for Two Nigerians Over €6.1m Irish Fraud

Ireland jails two Nigerians for 16 years over a €6.1m global fraud. The syndicate used romance scams to siphon funds into multiple bank accounts. Combined jai…

Crime

Anambra Police Charge Two Suspects in N8m Theft and Employer’s Murder

A 21-year-old domestic staff and his accomplice were remanded for the murder of an employer and the theft of eight million Naira in Onitsha. ONITSHA (Obgist) —…

Travels

Ranking Africa’s Top 10 Countries by Quality of Life in 2026

Rank #10 Ghana West Africa · Gulf of Guinea · Population ~35.7 million Quality of Life Index 91.4 Climate Index 67…

Sports

Mohamed Salah Confirms Liverpool Exit at Season's End

Mohamed Salah confirms his Liverpool exit at the season's end, concluding a historic tenure marked by 255 goals and multiple major trophies. An official de…

entertainment

Davido Concentrates on Creating Deep African Music Over Winning Grammys

Afrobeats star Davido announces a career shift, focusing on authentic African sounds rather than pursuing Western awards. Nigerian music star David Adeleke, po…

Nigeria

FRSC Confirms 10 Dead in Niger Road Crash

Ten lives were lost in a fatal Niger State road accident on Monday, caused by speeding and illegal loading. Tragedy struck on Monday morning along the Tafa axi…

Tech

Five Cautions Experts offer Gen Z That Adopts ChatGPT for Work place Solution Tool

Gen Z is relying on ChatGPT for workplace conversations and life advice, but experts warn against privacy risks and poor judgement. A growing number of young p…

Enugu

Mbah Woos UK Investors with Enugu Economic Potential

Governor Peter Mbah showcases Enugu’s investment opportunities in London, promising high returns for foreign partners. Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has t…

International

OnlyFans Owner Leonid Radvinsky Dies at 43

OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died at 43 after a battle with cancer, leaving the future of the multi-billion dollar adult platform in focus. Leonid Radvi…

Nigeria

Ogun NYSC Inspector Arraigned Over Corps Member’s Death

An NYSC inspector in Abeokuta faces trial after a corps member died from complications linked to an alleged abortion attempt. Abbas Olalekan, a Local Governmen…

Enugu

Enugu Police Apprehend Suspect Over Rape of Pregnant Victim

A 24-year-old suspect is in custody following a brutal assault on a pregnant woman in Enugu. Police recovered a cutlass and blood-stained clothing. The arrest …

International

Tributes Pour In As iZombie Actress Carrie Anne Fleming Dies At 51

The global entertainment circle has been hit by the news of Carrie Anne Fleming’s passing. The actress died at 51 after a battle with cancer. The demise of vet…