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Newspaper Publisher, Others On Updated List Of 48 Alleged Terrorism Financiers Released By FG

Newspaper Publisher, Others On Updated List Of 48 Alleged Terrorism Financiers Released By FG

Federal authorities in Nigeria today published a list of 48 individuals and groups allegedly linked to terrorism financing in the crises-ridden West African nation. The list was unfurled by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NIGSAC). More recognizable on the list is the Publisher of Kaduna-based Desert Herald, Tukur Mamu. Recall that during the Muhammadu Buhari administration, Mamu took the lead in negotiating the release of hostages kidnapped during the 2022 Abuja–Kaduna train attack. He is now being prosecuted for terrorism financing even as the prominent Publisher has consistently pleaded his innocence. Also on the list are names of several personalities and…
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Few Games To Go: Nervy Arsenal’s Title Hopes Take Major Hit Vs Bournemouth, As Game-In-Hand Man City Seek To Pounce

Few Games To Go: Nervy Arsenal’s Title Hopes Take Major Hit Vs Bournemouth, As Game-In-Hand Man City Seek To Pounce

The dread of that phrase "same old Arsenal" gripped most Arsenal fans today, after the guns of the Gunners failed to boom in their own Emirates backyard against pesky Bournemouth. For Arsenal’s long-suffering supporters, the emotional strain is reaching unbearable levels. They could only watch in stunned disbelief as Alex Scott’s goal 16 minutes from time condemned the Premier League leaders to a defeat they must fear will prove to be extremely significant. While Arsenal still lead Manchester City by nine points, a defeat at the Etihad next Sunday could give City an opportunity to draw level on points if…
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Fresh Anxiety Over Iran’s Missing Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Fresh Anxiety Over Iran’s Missing Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

There is renewed anxiety over the fate of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not surfaced since his selection by the country's authorities 8 March this year. Latest disclosure indicates that he is still recovering from severe facial and leg injuries suffered in the 28 February US-Israeli airstrike that killed his father, the legendary Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at the beginning of the war, three people close to his inner circle told Reuters. Mojtaba Khamenei’s wife, brother-in-law ⁠and sister-in-law were among other members of his family reportedly killed in the strike, which also snuffed lives out of over 40…
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Ade-Bada Foundation Hosts 2nd Biennial Conference/Lecture On Disability Inclusion

Ade-Bada Foundation Hosts 2nd Biennial Conference/Lecture On Disability Inclusion

*Kogi Gov, Speaker, Other Prominent Persons Gear Up For Event *VP NGE Chief Sheddy Ozoene Is Chief Host, NUJ National President Alhassan Yahaya Chairs Event Prominent disabilities advocacy group, Ade-Bada Foundation International, has announced plans to hold its 2nd Biennial Conference and Lecture. The august event is slated for Friday, 24 April, 2026, at the Kogi State Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre, Lokoja,the state capital. The conference, themed 'United For Ability: Changing the Disability Narrative', is aimed at promoting inclusion and creating opportunities for persons living with disabilities to be supported, empowered, and fully integrated into…
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Problem Unsolved: Israel Says Iran Now Run By Far More Hardline Revolutionary Guards

Problem Unsolved: Israel Says Iran Now Run By Far More Hardline Revolutionary Guards

*Doubts Over Trump's Less Radicalized Successful Regime Change Rhetoric *Netanyahu Rallies Ordinary Iranians To Overthrow 'Evil' Regime *Washington Warns Tehran To Negotiate Well Or Face Harsher Bombardment, Warships Reload Deadlier Weapons *'Make Or Break' Talks Scheduled For Saturday In Pakistan, VP Vance Leads US Team, Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf Part Of Iran's Delegation Iran's new leadership is far more hardline than its predecessor, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) told the Knesset during a closed-door intelligence briefing yesterday, a day after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire with Iran. According to a report by the Times of Israel, the IDF said…
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Mbah Flags Off Construction Of Oji River College of Nursing

Mbah Flags Off Construction Of Oji River College of Nursing

*176-, 200-bed Hostels For Oji River, Awgu Campuses By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, has performed the groundbreaking ceremony for construction of the administrative block, classrooms and a 176-bed hostel for the Enugu State College of Nursing Sciences, Oji River Campus. The governor, who also flagged off the construction of a 200-bed hostel at the State College of Nursing Sciences, Awgu, performed the function at the two locations on Thursday, and reiterated his administration's commitment to making education and health top priority. The governor, represented by his Special Adviser on Health, Dr Yomi Jaye, also announced…
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Terrorists Kill Another General, Five Months After Gunning Down General Musa Uba -Security Expert Claims

Terrorists Kill Another General, Five Months After Gunning Down General Musa Uba -Security Expert Claims

*Several Soldiers, Insurgents Reportedly Killed Too *Defence Hqtrs Speaks Terrorists suspected to be members of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP,) have reportedly killed Brig.-Gen. O. O. Braimah, Brigade Commander of Joint Task Force (JTF) in Benesheikh, Kaga Local Government Area (LGA) of Borno State, during a midnight attack on the town. A security expert, Brant Philip confirmed this in a post today. The post read: “ISWAP attacked the Nigerian military camp in Benisheikh, northeast Nigeria. “Large fire sources were detected from inside the camp and according to security reports, Commanding Officer O.O. Braimah was killed during the attack.” In…
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Enugu Wins Big At 2026 National Para-games, As Lobi Stars Chairman Targets Fresh Glory For Iconic Club

Enugu Wins Big At 2026 National Para-games, As Lobi Stars Chairman Targets Fresh Glory For Iconic Club

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu, and Sam Tyav, Makurdi Shrugging off their apparent disability, Enugu State Para-Games team emerged overall champions at the 2026 Abuja Para-Games, clinching the coveted trophy. The competition held at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing with a total of 40 gold, 8 silver, and 7 bronze medals. The impressive tally placed them ahead of Bayelsa State, which came second with 25 gold, 30 silver, and 34 bronze medals, while Edo State secured third position with 25 gold, 14 silver, and 12 bronze medals. Rivers State finished fourth, while Lagos…
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Police Raid Criminals’ Hideout In Enugu, Nab Suspect, Recover Illicit Drugs, Others

Police Raid Criminals’ Hideout In Enugu, Nab Suspect, Recover Illicit Drugs, Others

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command attached to the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad, on 5 April 5, about midnight, while on intelligence-guided crime prevention patrol, raided suspected criminal hideouts at New Artisan axis of Enugu. During the operation, one male suspect, identified as Francisco Olugba (aged 29), was arrested. Items recovered from him include quantities of suspected cannabis sativa, bags containing clothes reasonably suspected to have been stolen from victims, 11 SIM cards of various telephone network providers, a pair of scissors, and other exhibits. These were contained in a statement by Police Public Relations Officer…
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Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas Visits Delta Ex-SSG Macaulay On Fence-Mending Mission

Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas Visits Delta Ex-SSG Macaulay On Fence-Mending Mission

By Emmanuel Ogoigbe, Warri It was an occasion for telling of home truths and straight talk when Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, paid a visit to former Secretary to Delta State Government, Ovuozourie Samuel Macaulay, in a move widely seen as an effort to mend strained political relations. The visit, facilitated by Prince Sam Ogri, brought together key stakeholders, including Bishop John Usiwoma Aruakpor of the Anglican Communion’s Oleh Diocese, Ven. Agoghene, alongside several supporters of both leaders as the key personalities looked each other eyeball to eyeball. Sources at the meeting told People&Politics that this first…
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