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By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has paid glowing tribute to founder of the Catholic Institute for Development, Justice and Peace (CIDJAP), Professor (Monsignor) Obiora Ike, describing him as a “champion of service and epitome of true character.” Mbah further hailed Ike, praising him as a rare gift to humanity, one whose life has been devoted to uplifting society through selfless service, education, youth empowerment and job creation. He spoke at a reception organised in honour of the cleric at the Holy Ghost Cathedral, Enugu, yesterday to mark his 70th birthday, 45 years of priesthood, and…

*Tehran Reportedly Charges $2m Per Trip Per Oil Vessel To Ply The Strait, Trump Moves To Stop It Petrol prices in Nigeria and globally may shoot up further if US President Donald Trump fails to reverse his order to the US military to begin blockading the vital Strait of Hormuz in an attempt to take control of the strategic waterway from Iran. The Strait is the maritime highway plied by about a fifth of global oil shipping. Trump's order came in the wake of failed peace negotiations between both countries in Pakistan,at the weekend. But, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC),…

No less than 200 people were feared dead after Nigerian military jets struck a village market while pursuing Islamist militants in Yobe State on ‌Saturday night, a councillor for the area and residents revealed today. Nigeria's Air Force said it had killed Boko Haram militants in the Jilli axis in the state, but in a statement released to Reuters on Sunday, it did not mention hitting a market. It did not respond ⁠to further requests for comment,Reuters reported,though the hierarchy later stated they were investigating the incident. The strike occurred in a village on the border with Borno state, the…

Popular Nollywood actor, Zubby Michael, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking his formal entry into the nation's murky political terrain, barely 10 months to the 2027 general elections. In a now-viral video and still photo, the poster boy of youth success through talent was spotted holding an ADC membership card, confirming his alignment with the party, which boasts heavyweights such as former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar; Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in 2023, Peter Obi; former Senate President David Mark; ex-governors of Osun and Kaduna States, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola and Nasir El-Rufai respectively; former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi:…

*We've Finally Opened Hormuz To Whole World -Trump Declares *Iran'll Attack US Destroyer Going Through Strait, Tehran Warns US Navy ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the start of the war — as Iran threatened to attack any US vessels that entered the Strait. "Several” American military vessels crossed the channel Saturday in a move that “was not coordinated with Iran,” Israeli journalist Barak Ravid reported, citing intelligence officials. At least two were US Navy guided-missile destroyers, according to reports. The development came as high-level ceasefire talks between both countries were being held today in…

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…

*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…

*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…

*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…

*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…