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ADC Blasts Tinubu: Why Seek UN Security Council Seat When Nigeria Remains Insecure?

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ADC to Tinubu: You Seek UN Security Council Seat But Can't Secure Nigeria ADC to Tinubu: You Seek UN Security Council Seat But Can't Secure Nigeria By Prince Onyedikachi — September 28, 2025 • Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has levelled a scathing rebuke at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying it is unacceptable for Nigeria to be vying for a powerful seat at the United Nations Security Council while the country struggles to guarantee basic security and public safety at home. The ADC — speaking through a spokesperson in Abuja — accused the presidency of grandstanding and seeking international prestige at a time when citizens across multiple states are battling insecurity, economic hardship and a growing sense of abandonment. According to the party, international influence should follow from domestic stability, not replace it. “How do you ask for a place on the global stage when...

Catholic Bishops Urge President Tinubu to Protect Nigeria’s Multiparty Democracy

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Catholic Bishops Warn Tinubu Government Against One-Party State Catholic Bishops Warn Tinubu Government Against Plunging Nigeria Into One-Party State Published: September 20, 2025 The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has raised serious concerns over Nigeria’s political direction, warning President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration against allowing the nation to drift into a one-party state . The warning was issued at the end of the bishops’ plenary meeting held in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. “Nigeria seems to be tilting dangerously towards a one-party system, and this is not a good omen for democracy,” the bishops cautioned. The communiqué, signed by Archbishop Lucius Ugorji (President of CBCN) and Bishop Donatus Ogun (Secretary), expressed dissatisfaction with the way many politicians are focused more on securing and retaining power ahead of the 2027 elections rather than providing good ...

Trump Administration Imposes $100,000 Fee on H-1B (Skilled Foreign Worker) Visa Applications

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Trump Administration Imposes $100K Fee on H-1B Visa Applications Trump Administration Imposes $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visa Applications By Your Name • Published: September 20, 2025 The Trump administration announced a dramatic change to the H-1B program on Friday: companies seeking to sponsor H-1B workers must now pay an additional $100,000 fee per application, and H-1B holders will be barred from entering the United States unless the fee is paid. According to the White House announcement, President Donald Trump signed an executive order late Friday requiring employers to pay the newly instituted $100,000 charge for each H-1B application. The change significantly increases the cost of hiring foreign skilled workers through the program, which already carries processing fees that typically range from about $1,700 to $4,500 depending on processing options. “We’re going to k...

Nigeria in ECOWAS Court Over Alleged Illegal Abduction of Children in Delta State

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Nigerian Government Dragged To ECOWAS Court Over Abduction Of Several Children In Delta Community Nigerian Government Dragged To ECOWAS Court Over Abduction Of Several Children In Delta Community Published on September 20, 2025 The Nigerian Government has been taken before the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) over the alleged abduction and trafficking of several children from Agbarho Town, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The lawsuit, filed by child rights activist Comrade Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho through his lawyer, Andrew N. Elekeokwuri of Andrew Ewoh & Co., was officially registered on September 19, 2025, as Suit No. ECW/CCJ/APP/46/25 . The ECOWAS Court has given the Nigerian Government, represented by the Attorney General of the Federation, 30 days to respond to the claims. According to the applicant, the abductions are linked to the operations of illeg...

Bandit Leader Garwa Frees 40 More Captives in Katsina, Warns Nigerian Government

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Ossai Ovie Success Mocks VeryDarkMan, Labels Cybertruck Showoff as ‘Fake Life

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Ossai Ovie Success Mocks VeryDarkMan Over Cybertruck Claim Ossai Ovie Success Mocks VeryDarkMan Over Cybertruck Claim Ossai Ovie Success , an aide to the Delta State Governor, has mocked controversial activist VeryDarkMan after claiming that he never actually purchased the luxury Tesla Cybertruck he was seen driving in Abuja. According to Ossai, the outspoken activist only borrowed the futuristic vehicle but went on to showcase it online, giving the impression that he was the owner. Ossai mocked him, saying that trying to live a “f*ke lifestyle” for social media clout is both shameful and unprofitable. “Living a fake life is not profitable. VeryDarkMan never bought the Cybertruck; he only borrowed it in Abuja. It is funny how some people deceive others just to appear successful online,” Ossai wrote in a post that has since gone viral. The Tesla Cybertruck, with its futuristic design and heavy price tag, has become a global status symbol among luxury ca...

Brenda Biya Shocks Cameroon: President’s Daughter Urges Citizens Not to Reelect Her Father

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President Paul Biya’s Daughter Urges Cameroonians Not to Reelect Him President Paul Biya’s Daughter Urges Cameroonians Not to Reelect Him By [Your Name] — Published: 19 September 2025 Brenda Biya, known online as “King Nasty,” speaking during a social media session. (Source: media reports) Key point: Brenda Biya, the daughter of Cameroon’s long-serving president Paul Biya, publicly urged citizens not to vote for her father in the October 2025 presidential election — a rare and widely reported break with a sitting African head-of-state by a close family member. This article summarizes recent media reporting on Brenda Biya’s remarks and the context of Paul Biya’s bid for re-election. What she said During a TikTok Live session, Brenda — who is active on social media under the nickname “King Nasty” — told viewers she would not support her father’s re-election and accused his admin...

Osun Government Bans Graduation Parties for Nursery and Kindergarten Pupils

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Osun Government Bans Graduation Parties For Nursery, Kindergarten Pupils Osun Government Bans Graduation Parties For Nursery, Kindergarten Pupils By Your Name — Published: September 19, 2025 The Osun State Ministry of Education has issued a circular banning elaborate graduation ceremonies and parties for nursery and kindergarten pupils across both public and private schools in the state. The directive — contained in a circular circulated on 19 September 2025 — restricts formal graduation celebrations to major exit points in the basic and secondary education cycle, notably Primary Six and Senior Secondary School (SSS3) graduations. 0 What the circular says According to the circular signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, the practice of staging elaborate graduation parties for very young pupils has become commonplace and has generated concerns in three main areas: the heavy financial bu...

Governor Mbah Unveils Plan: Six New Planes for Enugu Air, Airport Upgrade Underway

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Enugu Air Set to Receive Six New Aircraft Before End of 2025 — Gov. Peter Mbah Enugu Air Set to Receive Six New Aircraft Before End of 2025 — Gov. Peter Mbah By Your Newsroom — Published: September 19, 2025 Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has announced that Enugu Air will expand its fleet with six additional aircraft before the end of 2025. The fleet expansion is part of a wider aviation strategy to boost tourism, attract investment and improve regional connectivity. Illustrative: Enugu Air is expected to add six aircraft to its fleet before the end of 2025. (Replace image) Key announcements Six new aircraft are expected to join Enugu Air’s fleet ahead of the Christmas travel season in 2025. Akanu Ibiam International Airport concession: Enugu State, in partnership with a private investor, has se...

Tinubu Pays Courtesy Call on Buhari’s Widow After Attending Kaduna Wedding

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Tinubu Visits Late President Buhari’s Widow, Aisha — Kaduna Courtesy Call Tinubu Pays Courtesy Visit to Late President Muhammadu Buhari’s Widow, Aisha, in Kaduna By Your Name / Blog Name — 19 September 2025 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu travelled to Kaduna on Friday for a one-day trip that combined attendance at a high-profile wedding with a respectful courtesy and condolence call on Hajiya Aisha Buhari, the widow of the late President Muhammadu Buhari. Key facts: Tinubu arrived in Kaduna around midday, attended the wedding of Nasirudeen Yari and Safiyya Shehu Idris, and later visited the Buhari family residence to pay his respects. 1 Arrival and program President Tinubu’s aircraft touched down in Kaduna around early afternoon, where he was received by state and federal officials before proceeding to the wedding ceremony held at the Sultan Bello Mosque. The visit was planned as a same-day trip, with the president expected to re...

Rai Benjamin Reinstated as World Champion, Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel Returns to 4th after Disqualification Drama

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Rai Benjamin Reinstated as 2025 World Champion — Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel Back to 4th Rai Benjamin Reinstated as 2025 World Champion — Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel Back to 4th By Prince Onyedikachi — Tokyo, September 19, 2025 A dramatic turn of events marked the men's 400 metres hurdles final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Initially disqualified for an incident involving the final hurdle, American hurdler Rai Benjamin was later reinstated after a successful appeal by the United States team. With Benjamin’s reinstatement, Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel — who had briefly been provisionally upgraded during the disqualification period — was returned to 4th place . Rai Benjamin during the 400m hurdles final. (Photo: suggested image placeholder) How the race unfolded Rai Benjamin crossed the finis...

Have You Received Yours? FG Says ₦330 Billion Shared to 8.5 Million Households

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FG Disburses ₦330 Billion to 8.5 Million Households FG Disburses ₦330 Billion to 8.5 Million Households Nationwide The Federal Government has announced that it has disbursed a total of ₦330 billion to 8.5 million households across Nigeria. The initiative, according to the government, is aimed at providing relief to vulnerable families and reducing the impact of economic hardship being experienced by citizens. However, the announcement has sparked mixed reactions as many Nigerians are asking questions about the transparency of the disbursement process. Have you or anyone around you received theirs? 🤔 Drop your thoughts in the comment section below.

Prophet Ebuka Obi Commissions Free Psychiatric Hospital & Old People’s Home in Aguleri

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Prophet Ebuka Obi Commissions Seraphic Psychiatric Hospital & Old People’s Home in Aguleri Prophet Ebuka Obi Commissions Seraphic Psychiatric Hospital & Old People’s Home in Aguleri By Your Name / Your Blog • Published September 19, 2025 Aguleri, Anambra State — Prophet Ebuka Obi of Zion Ministry has reportedly commissioned the newly completed Seraphic Psychiatric Hospital & Old People’s Home in Aguleri, Anambra State. According to announcements from the ministry, the facility will provide psychiatric and elderly-care services free of charge to patients and residents. What the ministry says: Ministry communications state that every service and treatment at the Seraphic Psychiatric Hospital will be provided free of charge, in line with the founder’s stated commitment to giving back to the community. Facility & services The...

Bitcoin Chief Gaius Chibueze Announces Plans to Relocate Businesses Over Alleged IPOB Threats, Reaffirms ‘Make Ala Igbo Great Again

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Gaius Chibueze Announces Relocation of Businesses Over IPOB Threats Gaius Chibueze Announces Relocation of Businesses Over IPOB Threats, Vows to Continue Push for ‘Make Ala Igbo Great Again’ Nigerian businessman and cryptocurrency investor, Gaius Chibueze, has announced plans to relocate his businesses from the Southeast to other parts of Nigeria following alleged threats to his life and companies. In a statement, Chibueze alleged that the threats came from Chinasa Nworu and other members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). He linked the development to a speech he delivered at the World Igbo Congress Convention , where he urged Igbo people in the diaspora to stop funding what he described as “homegrown terrorists.” Chibueze said the decision to move his investments out of the region was necessary for his safety and continuity of business. He also disclosed that he would remain in the United States for the time being. “To make Ala I...

“Cleanliness Is Next to Godliness: Dele Momodu Urges Men to Take Hygiene Seriousl

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Being a Man Is No Excuse for Living Like a Pig — Dele Momodu Advises Men on Hygiene Being a Man Is No Excuse for Living Like a Pig — Dele Momodu Advises Men on Hygiene Nigerian media mogul and publisher, Dele Momodu , has advised men to take their personal hygiene more seriously, stressing that masculinity is not an excuse for poor grooming or untidiness. Momodu noted that many men often neglect basic hygiene practices under the guise of “being a man,” which he described as unacceptable. According to him, maintaining cleanliness, good grooming, and proper self-care should be a priority for every man. He emphasized that being well-kept is not only about appearance but also about self-respect, confidence, and the way others perceive you . He encouraged men to avoid living carelessly or “like pigs,” reminding them that hygiene reflects discipline and self-worth. His message has since sparked conversations on social media, with many people a...

Sowore Blasts Wike: "Criminals Like You Don’t Deserve Leadership, You Belong at ICC in The Hague

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Sowore Replies Minister Wike: "Criminals Like You Don't Deserve Leadership; You Should Be At ICC In The Hague" Sowore Replies Minister Wike: "Criminals Like You Don't Deserve Leadership; You Should Be At ICC In The Hague" Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore , has fired back at Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike , over recent political statements credited to him. Sowore, in a strong-worded response, accused Wike of being unfit for leadership, stressing that individuals like him should not be entrusted with positions of authority but rather face trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague for alleged abuses of power and corruption. The activist noted that Nigeria’s governance crisis has been worsened by leaders who, according to him, thrive on impunity and criminality. He stated that Wike’s political style represents ever...

Nigerian Soldier Sentenced to Death for Brutal Murder of Tricycle Rider in Bauchi

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Soldier Sentenced to Death for Killing Tricycle Rider in Bauchi State Soldier Sentenced to Death for Killing Tricycle Rider in Bauchi State Date: September 18, 2025 A General Court Martial sitting at Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos, has sentenced Private Lukman Musa of the 3 Division, Nigerian Army, to death by hanging for the murder of a tricycle (Keke) rider, Abdulrahman Isa , in Bauchi State. The verdict, delivered by the court’s president, Brigadier General Liafis Bello , found Musa guilty of murder , culpable homicide , and unlawful possession of ammunition . Details of the Crime According to court proceedings, Musa, alongside an accomplice identified as Oba , lured Isa to his residence under the pretense of helping him move his belongings. Musa then struck Isa on the head with a wooden object and strangled him to death. To conceal the crime, Musa stuffed Isa’s body into a sack and dumped it bet...

FBI Arrests UK-Based Nigerian Man for $100,000 Broadway Ticket Scam”

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FBI Arrests UK-based Nigerian Man Over $100,000 Broadway Ticket Scam FBI Arrests UK-based Nigerian Man Over $100,000 (₦150,600,000) Broadway Ticket Scam The FBI has arrested 47-year-old Ajibola Oduntan , a UK-based Nigerian who also holds an Irish passport, for allegedly running a ticket scam that defrauded Kentucky Performing Arts (KPA) of more than $100,000 during the Broadway musical Wicked in late 2023. Oduntan faces charges of wire fraud and conspiracy in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky. Investigators allege that he stole credit card details of U.S. citizens to buy at least 61 tickets from KPA, which he later resold on StubHub , a major ticket resale platform. The fraud came to light after banks processed chargebacks, forcing KPA to absorb heavy losses. The theatre reported the case to the FBI, submitting transaction data including names, emails, and IP addresses tied to the sch...