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Wike’s Rants: Beyond The Bounds Of Decency

Wike’s Rants: Beyond The Bounds Of Decency

By IKECHUKWU AMAECHI The conduct of the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, in the public space is quite unbecoming. It is not enough to dismiss him as unhinged as many are wont to do because to do so is to ignore the fact that for whatever it is worth, he is a Nigerian political elite, a member of the privileged club that makes the authoritative allocation of our collective values. In any sane society, such privileged position demands some level of politesse and dignity in public conduct. But the reverse is the case here. Wike’s actions, at any given…
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MIRACLE! Baby Gagged, Neck Choked With Shroud, Buried Alive, Survives

MIRACLE! Baby Gagged, Neck Choked With Shroud, Buried Alive, Survives

*Shock In Kebbi *Police Arrest Suspected Young Mother Providence smiled on a baby buried alive in Kebbi State, North-West Nigeria, as she was rescued by an alert farmer, identified as Alhaji Kabiru Muhammad Kamba, who was at work on his farm. The incident, which shocked many persons, occurred in Kamba, Dandi Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. According to the State Police Command, the baby had a piece of wrapper tightly tied around its neck and was gagged with cloth to prevent her obviously pain-filled cries from being heard by outsiders, then dumped into the grave at Malam Yaro…
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Yelwata Bloodfest: DSS Arraigns 9

Yelwata Bloodfest: DSS Arraigns 9

Perhaps justice is on the way for victims and their relatives in the June, 2025 terrorist bloodfest in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area (LGA), Benue State, as the Department of State Services (DSS), on Wednesday, September 3, arraigned nine suspects accused of complicity in the attack. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the attack left many persons dead, many others injured, and hundreds displaced. The nine, named as defendants in six separate charges, took turns to enter their pleas before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja. Other allegations raised against them included unlawful possession and…
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Ten Dead In Enugu Auto Accidents, Police Boss Orders Investigation

Ten Dead In Enugu Auto Accidents, Police Boss Orders Investigation

*5 Roasted *'Prioritize Safety Over Speed' By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Police in Enugu State said two separate auto crashes that occured today in the South-East state claimed 10 lives. Ten others were hospitalized. The State Police Command said both crashes occurred along the Ozalla/4-Corner axis of the dual-carriage Enugu/Port-Harcourt Expressway. In a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the State Command, Daniel Ndukwe, the police said that the first accident, a multiple-vehicle crash, happened at about 9 a.m. on the Enugu inward-bound lane of the expressway. A Howo truck, with inscriptions of Visco Investment Global, a firm,…
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Barcelona Superstar Rejects Jaw-dropping N180bn Yearly Salary Offer From Saudi Club

Barcelona Superstar Rejects Jaw-dropping N180bn Yearly Salary Offer From Saudi Club

*Amount Does Not Include Incentives, Bonuses *He Loves Barca Clubs from Saudi Arabia have once again been recruiting top players from Europe in the transfer window, with FC Barcelona also losing one of their stars to the cash-rich Saudi Pro League. Indeed, Inigo Martinez left the Catalan giants to sign for Al Nassr during the summer window, in a move which came as quite a surprise. However, it is now being reported that Saudi Arabian teams had their sights on another experienced player from Barcelona. Indeed, according to 365Scores, Robert Lewandowski was offered an enormous contract worth €100 million (about…
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Alia Assigns Portfolios To New Commissioners

Alia Assigns Portfolios To New Commissioners

By our reporter Seeking to reinvigorate his administration for better service delivery, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia swore in a new set of Commissioners on Monday. Today, he assigned portfolios to them,to try to reignite the spark in governance. Dr Paul Ejeh Ogwuche will oversee the Ministry of Health and Human Services, while Dr Ortese Yanmar takes charge of the Ministry of Co-operatives and Rural Development. Dr Benjamin Ashaver has been appointed Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Management, and Dr Fredrick Ikyaan will head the Ministry of Lands. The Ministry of Finance will be led by Hon. Michael Oglegba, while…
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Northern CAN Leader Alleges: El-Rufai Angry Because Kaduna No Longer Burying People Daily

Northern CAN Leader Alleges: El-Rufai Angry Because Kaduna No Longer Burying People Daily

By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna More attacks came the way of immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, as he emerged in the cross hairs of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern States and Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Chairman of the association, Rev. John Hayab, pulled no punches in criticizing El-Rufai, describing his eight-year administration (2015-2023) as one that plunged the key North-Central State into grief, sorrow and blood just as he accused the ex-governor of discrimination against Christian communities in the State during his time in office. "He (El-Rufai) is angry because Kaduna is…
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Ex-Gov Osunbor Praises Former Dep Gov Obadan At 50th Marriage Anniversary

Ex-Gov Osunbor Praises Former Dep Gov Obadan At 50th Marriage Anniversary

From Emma Ogoigbe, Warri A former Governor of Edo State, Professor Osarieme Osunbor, has lauded the love and unity still existing among old students of Anglican Grammar School, Ujolen in Edo State, enjoining them to remain united. Professor Osunbor made the commendation during the 50th marriage anniversary of former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rev. (Dr) Peter Obadan and his wife, Gloria E. Obadan, held recently in Benin City. Osunbor, who chaired the historic occasion attended by eminent Edo sons and daughters, described Rev. Obadan as a hardworking man, whose success came through relentless effort of serving God Almighty. According…
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A Call For Scrutiny: Why Ekiti NASS Members’ Assessment Must Be Called To Question

A Call For Scrutiny: Why Ekiti NASS Members’ Assessment Must Be Called To Question

By Sunday Olajide Holding elected representatives accountable is a cornerstone of democracy. In principle, the initiative by the Justice Development and Peace Initiative (JDPI) of the Catholic Diocese of Ekiti, in collaboration with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), to assess the performance of the state's National Assembly members, is commendable. However, as it stands, this exercise is fundamentally flawed. A closer examination of its methodology, its apparent misunderstanding of legislative roles, and disregard for the realities of government funding reveals that the assessment risks producing a biased and misleading report. The Problem with Methodology: A Confluence of Biases The…
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2027: Mbah’s 2nd Term A Done Deal –Abuja-based Lawyer

2027: Mbah’s 2nd Term A Done Deal –Abuja-based Lawyer

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Abuja-based legal practitioner, Barrister Henry Okeke, has declared that Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has demonstrated rare leadership qualities that not only secure him an automatic return to office in 2027, but also position him as a future presidential material capable of transforming Nigeria. Okeke made the remark on Tuesday while speaking as a guest on Freedom Square TV during a post-event analysis of the just-concluded 2025 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA-AGC) held in Enugu. According to him, Gov. Mbah has “earned his pride of place among the finest leaders Nigeria…
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