Day: April 9, 2025

Olumekun Takes the Helm at INEC as Acting Chairman

Onwuama Arinze Godswill

Olumekun Takes the Helm at INEC as Acting Chairman Abuja, Nigeria – Mr. Sam Olumekun has officially assumed duties as the Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), marking a significant development in the leadership of the nation’s electoral body. The confirmation of his new role came as he stepped into the responsibilities at the INEC headquarters in Abuja, signaling a period of transition at the Commission. While details surrounding the circumstances leading to Mr. Olumekun’s appointment as Acting Chairman remain somewhat sparse, sources within INEC confirmed that…

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Bandits Seize Control of 64 Communities in Plateau, Governor Muftwang Reveals

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Bandits Seize Control of 64 Communities in Plateau, Governor Muftwang Reveals Jos, Plateau State – Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang, has delivered a stark and alarming assessment of the security situation in the state, revealing that bandits have effectively taken over a staggering 64 communities across various local government areas. The Governor made this somber pronouncement during a meeting with stakeholders in Jos, painting a picture of escalating insecurity and displacement across the state. Governor Muftwang described the situation as a dire and major security crisis, highlighting the devastating…

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Nigeria Sounds Alarm Over Digital Human Trafficking Surge

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Nigeria Sounds Alarm Over Digital Human Trafficking Surge Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian Federal Government has expressed grave concern over the increasing exploitation of digital platforms by human traffickers to lure and exploit victims. This alarm was sounded by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi SAN, during the 27th National Stakeholders’ Consultative Forum on Human Trafficking held in Abuja on Wednesday. Addressing a gathering of stakeholders including government officials, civil society organizations, and international partners, Fagbemi emphasized the urgent need for Nigeria to adapt…

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Deadly Gaza City Strike: At Least 20 Killed in Residential Building, Officials Say

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Deadly Gaza City Strike: At Least 20 Killed in Residential Building, Officials Say Gaza City – A devastating strike on a residential building in the Shujaiya area of Gaza City has reportedly killed at least 20 people, according to the Gaza Civil Defence agency. The incident occurred on Wednesday, prompting the Israeli military to state they were “looking into” the attack. Eyewitness accounts and initial reports from the Civil Defence agency indicate the strike hit a multi-story building in a densely populated residential neighborhood. Rescue workers are still sifting through…

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Nigerian Bishop Urges African Women to Embrace Sexuality, Challenging Traditional Norms

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Nigerian Bishop Urges African Women to Embrace Sexuality, Challenging Traditional Norms LAGOS, NIGERIA – Bishop Funke Felix-Adejumo, a prominent Nigerian religious leader and co-founder of Agape Christian Ministries, has sparked significant conversation by encouraging African women to confidently embrace their sexuality. In recent remarks, the Bishop challenged deeply ingrained traditional views that often shroud discussions of intimacy in silence and shame, urging women to approach the topic with openness and without hesitation. Bishop Felix-Adejumo, known for her impactful teachings and women’s empowerment initiatives, reportedly made the call during a recent…

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Pro-Democracy Group Urges Tinubu to ‘Rein In’ Rivers Administrator Over Court Order Allegations

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Pro-Democracy Group Urges Tinubu to ‘Rein In’ Rivers Administrator Over Court Order Allegations Port Harcourt, Rivers State – Citizens for Democratic Watch (CDW), a prominent pro-democracy group, has issued a strong condemnation of Rivers State Sole Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, and called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately intervene and ensure adherence to the rule of law in the state. The group’s statement comes in response to reports and alleged confirmation of Mr. Ibas appointing new local government administrators, despite what CDW claims is a subsisting court order prohibiting such…

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Trump Offers Tariff Truce, But Accentuates Harder Line on China

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Trump Offers Tariff Truce, But Accentuates Harder Line on China Washington D.C. – In a move that has sent ripples through global markets, President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on planned tariff increases on Chinese goods, offering a temporary reprieve in the escalating trade war between the world’s two largest economies. However, beneath the surface of this apparent olive branch, the Trump administration has simultaneously signaled a hardening stance towards Beijing, suggesting the truce may be more of a strategic maneuver than a genuine softening of trade policy.…

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Fuel Price Drop, CNG Debut, Yet Transport Fares Defy Gravity in Nigeria

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Fuel Price Drop, CNG Debut, Yet Transport Fares Defy Gravity in Nigeria LAGOS, NIGERIA – Despite a recent dip in petrol pump prices and the government’s ambitious push for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a cheaper alternative fuel, Nigerian commuters are expressing widespread frustration and anger as transportation fares remain stubbornly high across the country. Citizens are questioning the intended benefits of these initiatives, as their daily commute continues to eat deeper into their pockets. For weeks, the news of reduced fuel prices and the touted cost-effectiveness of CNG had…

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Naked Fury: Kogi Women Protest Half-Naked Over Soaring Insecurity, Demand Government Action

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Naked Fury: Kogi Women Protest Half-Naked Over Soaring Insecurity, Demand Government Action LOKOJA, KOGI STATE – Hundreds of women in Kogi State took to the streets today in a dramatic and culturally significant half-naked protest, expressing their outrage and desperation over the escalating insecurity plaguing their communities. The women, from various towns and villages across the state, blocked major roads and streets, chanting slogans and waving green leaves, demanding urgent government intervention to address the growing wave of kidnappings, banditry, and attacks on farmers in the region. The protest, considered…

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Gov. Otti Submits Supreme Court Judgement CTC to INEC, Solidifying Victory Abuja, Nigeria – Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, today led a high-powered delegation from the Labour Party (LP) to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, where he formally presented the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the recent Supreme Court judgement affirming his victory in the March 18th gubernatorial election. The move is seen as a definitive step in officially closing the chapter on the legal challenges to Otti’s mandate and reinforcing his legitimacy…

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Rivers State Sole Administrator Appoints Administrators for 23 Local Government Areas

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Rivers State Sole Administrator Appoints Administrators for 23 Local Government Areas Port Harcourt, Rivers State – In a move signaling a significant shift in local government administration, the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), has approved the appointment of administrators to oversee the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. The announcement, made public earlier today, confirms the appointments of individuals who will now be responsible for the day-to-day running of the LGAs. This comes less than 24 hours after a Federal High Court sitting in…

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Shorts Story Long: Fitness Influencer Esther Nwachukwu Explains Her Pants-Free Gym Policy

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Shorts Story Long: Fitness Influencer Esther Nwachukwu Explains Her Pants-Free Gym Policy In a world saturated with leggings and gym tights, one fitness enthusiast is breaking free from the mold, quite literally. Actress, Esther Nwachukwu, aka Esther Sky, has said that she finds wearing underpants to the gym inconvenient and uncomfortable. Esther Nwachukwu, a rising figure in the online fitness community, has sparked curiosity and conversation with her decidedly pants-free approach to working out. While many opt for the traditional athletic pants or shorts, Nwachukwu is a steadfast advocate for…

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