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May
14
2025
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Alleged N3.1b Fraud: Final Witness Testifies Against Suswam, Former Benue

Alleged N3.1b Fraud: Final Witness Testifies Against Suswam, Former Benue

Entertainment, News
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 presented the Ninth and last Prosecution Witness, PW9, Ape Sunday against the former governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswan. The Commission is prosecuting Suswan alongside his then Commissioner of Finance, Omodachi Okolobia on amended 11-count charge, bordering on diversion of public funds to the tune of N3.1 billion (Three Billion, One Hundred Million) being part of the proceeds from the sale of the state government’s shares, held on its behalf by Benue Investment and Property Company Limited. During Wednesday proceedings, prosecuting counsel, A.O Atolagbe informed the court that the prosecution was presenting its ninth and the last of its witnesses, implying that it was closing its case with the testimony of the witness. The closing of its case with…
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May
14
2025
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Is Abortion Really Bad?

Is Abortion Really Bad?

Opinion
By OREVA GODWIN This is one controversial topic, and you, my dearest readers, already know how controversial I can be. I'm a born-again Christian and yet a realist. I don't let my religious beliefs kill my reality. And I can never force my religious belief on someone or on the law. Sometimes, we need to look at things, not just from the religious angle but also from the human perspective. So let's keep an open mind as we talk about this topic, without being judgemental or throwing stones. It's an old-time practice that can never end. Am I here to…
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May
11
2025
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As The World Welcomes A New Pontiff

As The World Welcomes A New Pontiff

Opinion
By SHEDDY OZOENE The election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as the 267th Pope started with the comical. Days before his election on Thursday May 8, United States President Donald Trump roused a lot of criticism across the world after he posted an AI-generated image of himself as the Pope. The image which the President posted penultimate Friday features him wearing a traditional bishop’s attire: a white cassock and pointed mitre, and a large cross around his neck. Coming curiously as Catholics were still mourning the passing of the much-loved Pope Francis, who died on 21 April, and in the thick…
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May
10
2025
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Crunch Clasico Offers Madrid Chance Despite Barca Dominance

Crunch Clasico Offers Madrid Chance Despite Barca Dominance

Sports
They have lost three times this season to their oldest rivals but a win tomorrow, Sunday, May 11, would give Ancelotti’s men a path to retaining the league. By Sid Lowe, in Madrid Real Madrid’s players arrived at training on Wednesday morning to find seven teddy bears waiting for them. Lined up on a bush outside Valdebebas, they wore white shirts and a banner had been placed in front of them, alongside a couple of Spain flags with the club badge in the middle where the crown should go. “Grazie, Inter,” it said. The night before, Simone Inzaghi’s side had…
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May
10
2025
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After Almost 2 Weeks Of Hostilities, India And Pakistan Agree To A Ceasefire

After Almost 2 Weeks Of Hostilities, India And Pakistan Agree To A Ceasefire

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India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate ceasefire” following a night of talks mediated by the United States. US President Donald Trump made this disclosure in a post on his Truth Social platform on Saturday. “After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE,” the US president said. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, in a press briefing Saturday afternoon, also confirmed the ceasefire which he said took immediate effect.
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May
07
2025
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UCL 2nd Semi-final 2nd Leg: Lethal PSG Dash Into Final, Bold Arsenal Crash

UCL 2nd Semi-final 2nd Leg: Lethal PSG Dash Into Final, Bold Arsenal Crash

Sports
It was a night when Arsenal gave everything, battling until the very last, even when it looked over. Nobody should fault the spirit of Mikel Arteta’s players. They emerged with honour. But it was a night when they simply could not bend this showpiece occasion to the force of their energy and will. When it really was all over, the raucous Parc de Princes venue pounded to a delirious beat. Paris Saint-Germain are going to their second Champions League final, deserved winners across the two legs. They will fancy their chances of a first title when they meet Inter Milan…
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May
06
2025
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‘Trump Can Enforce Ban On Transgender Service Members In US Military’

‘Trump Can Enforce Ban On Transgender Service Members In US Military’

BREAKING
The US Supreme Court said Tuesday that the Trump administration can begin immediately enforcing a ban on transgender service members in the military. The decision is a major victory for President Donald Trump in his effort to get the high court to unlock various parts of his second-term agenda that have been held up by lower courts reviewing scores of legal challenges to his policies. As is often the case in emergency rulings, the court did not explain its reasoning. The three liberal justices publicly dissented from the decision, but also did not explain their position. During the president’s first…
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May
06
2025
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Trump Admin To Cut Number Of Senior Military Generals by 20%

Trump Admin To Cut Number Of Senior Military Generals by 20%

Foreign
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has ordered senior Pentagon leadership to cut the number of four-star generals and admirals by at least 20% across the military, according to a memo signed by Hegseth dated Monday. As of 2023, there were 37 four-star generals and admirals across the entire military. The memo which was obtained by CNN, directs the Pentagon to cut the number of general officers in the National Guard by 20%, and to cut the total number of general and flag officers across the military by 10%. There are currently about 900 general and flag officers — those with the…
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May
04
2025
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For Adults Only: Dealing With Men Who Have Erectile Dysfunction

For Adults Only: Dealing With Men Who Have Erectile Dysfunction

Opinion
By OREVA GODWIN  What is Erectile Dysfunction? It is a condition that occurs when a man can't keep his erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction can be a sign of physical, psychological, and medical distress.  Talking about medical issues, blood pressure (BP) drugs, can cause erectile dysfunction, including decreased libido, difficulty in getting or maintaining erection and delayed orgasm. Diabetes can also cause erectile dysfunction, especially if not well managed. It decreases libido and causes men to be unable to maintain prolonged erection.  Taking too much sexual enhancers or taking drugs like Viagra recreationally can cause erectile dysfunction…
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May
03
2025
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EFCC  Arrests Three Suspects Behind Q-net Scam

EFCC  Arrests Three Suspects Behind Q-net Scam

News
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have nabbed three suspected fraudsters linked with Q-net scam in the country. The suspects, Olaniyan Joshua, Oyetunde Julius Akano, and Victor Oluwale who are currently undergoing interrogation in the Commission, were arrested on Wednesday, May 1, 2025, in Abuja. Operating under the name, Mighty Infinity Millionaire Limited, the trio falsely claimed to be representatives of Q-net, a global e-commerce and direct selling company. While Q-net has since denied any link with the suspects and their activities, investigations further revealed that the suspects were equally running a fraudulent university training in pavilions and under trees, offering fake Bachelor of Science degrees in Medicine, Nursing, Cybersecurity, Computer Studies, and Geology, among others with a false claim of affiliation with Quest International University,…
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