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A magistrate court in Bauchi has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of Haruna Mohammed Salisu, publisher of WikkiTimes, following his report on alleged corruption by House of Representatives member Mansur Manu Soro. Salisu claims the warrant is an attempt to intimidate journalists. A...
Bandit leader Bello Turji, in a recent video, claimed he and his associates are not afraid of death, challenging the Nigerian government’s military efforts. Turji criticized the deployment of Service Chiefs to Sokoto State and dismissed claims of seizing two Nigerian Army vehicles. In a recent...
The Nigerian Army has handed over 23-year-old suspect, Ayomide Adeleye, to Lagos police for allegedly murdering Christianah. Social media is flooded with calls for justice, as users express outrage over his alleged past crimes and demand swift punishment. Investigations are ongoing as public...
A tragic shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, left four dead, including two students and two teachers. The 14-year-old shooter, Colt Gray, was arrested and charged with murder. Nine others were injured. President Biden and officials are calling for urgent gun control action to...
A former supporter of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu expressed regret for participating in voter intimidation during the elections. Sharing his experience on social media, he acknowledged the consequences of his actions, prompting discussions on political loyalty and the need for accountability...
Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei tragically passed away after being set on fire by her ex-boyfriend in Kenya. The incident has raised concerns about rising violence against female athletes. Calls for justice and increased protection for women in sports have intensified following...
Chief Benedict Akika, a prominent PDP chieftain in Oyo State, was kidnapped from his home in Lagelu Local Government Area. Armed assailants stormed his residence, threatening occupants before whisking him away. Akika's recent community service, empowering widows, raises concerns about security...
Nigerian singer Korede Bello discusses his departure from Mavins Records in a Hip TV interview. He reveals that his exit was motivated by the need for personal growth and self-reflection, highlighting the pressures artists face in the industry that can distract them from their true passions. In...
Two Nigerians, Franklin Okwonna and Ebuka Umeti, were sentenced to prison in the U.S. for a $5 million wire fraud scheme. Okwonna received over five years, while Umeti was sentenced to ten years. Both must pay restitution, highlighting the severe consequences of cybercrime. In a significant...
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has condemned the recent petrol price hike, urging the Nigerian government to reverse the decision. TUC warns that the increase, along with electricity tariff hikes, will worsen the nation's economic hardship, risking social unrest if immediate action isn't taken...
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