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Apostle Johnson Suleman has stirred reactions after sharing his thoughts on the financial advice often given by finance expert GehGeh during a recent church service. Speaking to his congregation, Apostle Suleman said he is cautious of people who constantly speak down on women before turning his attention to GehGeh’s teachings. He noted that while he likes the finance expert and has watched several of his videos, he believes the advice is mainly beneficial to people who are still struggling financially. “That guy gives good advice for poor people.” The cleric explained that financial advice differs depending on a person’s level of success, adding that those whom God has already blessed think differently from those still trying to make ends meet. “There’s a level you get to, somebody might be telling you if somebody asks for transport, don’t give transport fare. No, you don’t give transport, you buy cars.” He added that people who are financially established are no longer con...

Nigerian security forces have released photos of the intelligence-led operation that rescued pupils and teachers abducted by Ansaru terrorists in Oyo State on May 15, 2026. Daily Trust reports the search and rescue operation, which concluded July 9, followed a direct presidential mandate and was executed by a Defence Headquarters-directed Joint Inter-Agency Task Force comprising Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, DSS, NIA, DIA and NSCDC. The rescued victims have undergone comprehensive medical assessments and initial psychosocial support, and are expected to be handed over to the Oyo State Government before reunion with their families.

A local government chairman in Jigawa State has generated widespread reactions after reports and images circulating on social media allegedly showed residents receiving one roofing sheet each as part of an empowerment programme. According to the reports, beneficiaries were presented with a single roofing sheet during the distribution exercise, a development that has attracted mixed reactions from Nigerians online. While some social media users questioned the value and purpose of distributing only one roofing sheet per person, describing the initiative as inadequate, others argued that the programme may have been designed to reach a larger number of beneficiaries or to complement other forms of assistance. As of the time of filing this report, the local government authority had not issued an official statement explaining the objectives of the programme or responding to the public reactions. The identity of the local government chairman and the specific local government area ...

The Presidency has disclosed details of the operation that led to the rescue of abducted pupils and their teachers in Oyo State after nearly two months in captivity. According to presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the rescue mission resulted in the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers, who are currently in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS), while others were neutralized during the operation. “In the course of the rescue operation, eight of the kidnappers were arrested and are now in DSS custody, while some of them were neutralised,” he said. Onanuga emphasized that no ransom or exchange was involved in securing the victims’ release, despite demands from the kidnappers. “There was no quid pro quo in the rescue, as one of the terrorists—a kingpin the kidnappers demanded be released—is being prosecuted for his atrocities,” he added.

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying Nigeria is witnessing unprecedented progress under his leadership. Speaking at the inauguration of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Abuja on Thursday, the monarch commended Tinubu’s economic and governance reforms, describing them as historic. “President Bola Ahmed came very prepared, and the result is obvious. From the public governance and the private sector, what’s happening in this country has never been experienced before. If you go to capital market of Nigeria today, we are getting to a market capitalisation of over N140 trillion. Never in the history of Nigeria,” he said. The Ooni also argued that the administration’s reforms had strengthened Nigeria’s position globally. He added, “Never in the history of our country that Nigeria will play a strategic role in the European economy.” Highlighting improvements in the country’s external reserves, the monarch...

After months of speculation over his fate, the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally unveiled Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu's running mate for the 2027 presidential election. The APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, announced the development in a post on his X handle on Friday, disclosing that the party had officially received the presidential nomination forms of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima ahead of the 2027 general election. Yilwatda described the development as a significant milestone that reaffirmed the party's commitment to sustaining the Renewed Hope Agenda and consolidating the gains of the Tinubu administration.

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill of ₦1.854 trillion to the Rivers State House of Assembly for consideration and approval. The budget, titled "Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development," represents a 24.49 per cent increase over the 2025 budget.  Governor Fubara attributed the increase to improved allocations from the Federation Account Allocation Committee and sustained economic growth. The proposed budget projects internally generated revenue of ₦487.6 billion, FAAC allocation of about ₦936 billion, and capital receipts of about ₦382.4 billion.  On the expenditure side, the governor proposed ₦413.1 billion for recurrent spending. This includes ₦154.7 billion for salaries, ₦15.2 billion for new recruitment, ₦36.7 billion for overhead costs of ministries, departments and agencies, ₦20 billion each for gratuities and monthly pensions, and ₦5 billion for insurance.  Governor Fubara also announced a 50 per c...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a former staff member of Access Bank, Chinonso Akujobi, over the alleged th£ft of N294.5 million from customers’ accounts in Lagos. Akujobi was brought before Justice I.O. Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja on Thursday by the EFCC’s Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 on a five-count charge bordering on st£aling. According to the anti-graft agency, the defendant allegedly diverted a total of N294,595,992 while employed by the bank. One of the charges alleged that between January and December 2025, Akujobi “with a dishonest intent, and while under the employment of Access Bank Plc, st@le and converted for your own use, by unauthorized payments from the general ledger of the bank to your Access Bank account, the sum of N109,325,566.86.” The EFCC further alleged that the funds were transferred into accounts bearing the names Chinonso A., Uchechi A., and Florence A. Akujobi pleaded not guilty to all five ...

The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, says the Federal Government has increased the monthly salary of Nigerian soldiers from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000 as part of efforts to improve the welfare of military personnel.  Speaking during an interview with News Central, Musa said the pay raise demonstrates the government’s commitment to supporting members of the Armed Forces.  “When they started, a soldier was collecting ₦49,000 monthly. We tried so hard, now he’s collecting ₦100,000.”  Despite the increase, the minister admitted that the current defence budget remains inadequate to effectively tackle the country’s security challenges “It’s not enough.”

The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has appealed to leaders, parents and guardians across the South East to encourage more young people to join the Nigerian Army, lamenting that the region has consistently failed to fill its recruitment quota.  Speaking during the passing-out parade of 2,989 regular recruits at the Nigerian Army Recruits Training Depot in Amasiri-Edda, Ebonyi State, Shaibu said the newly established depot was created to boost enlistment from the South East and urged communities to embrace the opportunity.  “The recruitment quota from this zone has not been fully utilised. This should not continue,” he said, adding that military service is an honourable path of patriotism, leadership and national service. He called on community leaders, parents, guardians and elders to encourage young men and women to enlist.  The Army Chief told the new soldiers that Nigeria’s security challenges—including t+rrorism, ins¥rgency, b+nditry, separatist violenc...

In a significant political realignment in Rivers State, the immediate past Senior Special Assistant to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Hon. Darlington Orji, alongside former Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Collins Onunwo, have reportedly parted ways with the governor’s camp and realigned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.  The development, which has sent ripples through the state’s political circles, underscores the ongoing power tussle between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Chief Nyesom Wike, who remains a dominant figure in Rivers politics. Hon. Darlington Orji served as a key ally to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, particularly in the capacity of Senior Special Assistant on Political Affairs. He was among loyalists who stood by Fubara during the intense political crisis that rocked the state in 2023–2024, involving the Rivers State House of Assembly and disputes over control of the party structure. Similarly, Hon. Collins Onunwo, a former...

Special adviser to the president on media and policy communications, Daniel Bwala has said that many Nigerians who moved abroad in search of greener pastures are facing harsh economic realities despite holding advanced degrees.  Speaking on The Morayo Show, Bwala said some Nigerians in the United Kingdom are working jobs that do not match their educational qualifications.  “Some of you in Nigeria who think you are suffering, you’re better off than your colleagues that japa five years ago,” Bwala said.  He described the situation as a form of modern-day exploitation, noting that many degree holders end up working in care homes and warehouses.  “As far as I am concerned, it is modern-day slavery,” he stated.  According to him, although workers may earn about £2,600 to £2,800 monthly, most of the income is spent on rent, utilities, internet, transportation, and feeding, leaving little savings.  “At the end of the day, what you are left with is not ...

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, has ordered security personnel to immediately engage and neutralise bandits and t+rrorists once deployed, warning that any operative who delays action while waiting for approval would be regarded as a t+rrorist. Musa issued the directive on Wednesday in Sokoto State during the commissioning of 62 operational vehicles and other security equipment worth N27.1 billion, procured by the Sokoto State Government to boost security operations across the state. Addressing the troops, the Defence Minister declared, “Once you’re are deployed do not wait for any order from anybody to to sh++t any bandit or any t+rrorist. I want to make that very loud and clear;  anybody who refuses to sh++t or k+ll any bandit or t+rrorist in the name of waiting for an order, we will treat you like a bandit.” He also urged security personnel to ensure proper maintenance of the newly acquired equipment, noting the huge investment made by the state gov...

United States President Donald Trump has declared that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is over, stating that he no longer wants to continue dealing with Iranian officials.  Speaking at the Ankara summit, Trump accused Iran’s leadership of dishonesty and described further engagement with them as a waste of time.  “The ceasefire between us and Iran is over. I don’t want to deal with them anymore, they are sc¥m,” Trump said.  The US president stated that previous agreements reached during negotiations were later denied by Iranian officials, claiming that commitments made privately were contradicted in public statements.  Trump said his negotiators, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, remained capable of handling discussions if Iran was willing to return to serious negotiations.  His comments come amid renewed tensions over Iran’s nuclear activities and diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation between both countries.

NDC presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has alleged that he is being deliberately targeted by the current administration, claiming that the government’s actions have made it increasingly difficult for him to carry out his daily activities and political engagements.  Speaking during an interview with Chude, Obi said he sometimes fears he may not even be alive to contest the 2027 presidential election if the current situation continues.  “With the way this government is going, I may not even be alive to contest the 2027 election. Every single thing I do for a living, this government is deliberately frustrating. I face frustration every day.”  He alleged that the intimidation extends to public spaces, recounting an incident at an airport where he said officials locked his vehicle despite other cars being allowed to park in the same area.  “They recently locked my car at the airport. I looked around and saw other cars parked there, yet mine was singled out...

Veteran journalist and publisher, Dele Momodu, has described Nigeria’s current economic and security situation as the worst he has experienced, saying the level of hardship facing citizens has become deeply troubling.  Speaking during an interview on Nevon Media, Momodu said the country’s economic realities have become so severe that he now feels anxious whenever he opens messages on his phone because many are from people asking for financial help.  “The economy of Nigeria these days, even for me to open some messages on my phone, I’m scared, because everyone is begging. The suffering of the people, then of course, insecurity has never been this bad.”  Reflecting on his age and experience, Momodu said he has lived through several difficult periods in Nigeria’s history but believes the current crisis stands out.  “I’m 66, approaching 67. So I’m old enough to know and understand the challenges we’ve encountered in Nigeria before now. Nothing can equal this....

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has nominated David Amapakaye Okumgba as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 Rivers State governorship election. The announcement was made in a statement by the party's State Publicity Secretary, Chizi Enyi, who described Okumgba as an experienced administrator and political leader with extensive experience in party administration. According to the ADC, Okumgba's experience and understanding of Rivers State's political landscape make him a strong running mate to the party's governorship candidate, Gabriel Pidomson.  The party said the ticket represents competence, accountability and a shared vision for good governance and economic development, while urging members and supporters to rally behind the candidates ahead of the election.

Thousands of residents of Port Harcourt have expressed frustration after allegedly losing millions of naira to investment platforms known as NRC and M-TAG, which many now describe as a Ponzi scheme. Several victims who spoke to RwGBlog News narrated how they invested substantial amounts of money in the platforms after being promised high returns and attractive promotional bonuses. One of the victims told RwGBlog News that he invested over ₦7 million after being assured that his capital would be returned while the company traded with its own bonus funds. He disclosed that the money belonged to a contribution group under his care and had not yet been distributed to its rightful owners. Another resident, who said he did not invest in the scheme, criticized the growing trend of Nigerians investing in unrealistic ventures. «"Nigerians never seem to learn. If another platform like this appears today, many people will still invest. How can someone promise to pay you ₦10,000 e...

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed into law sweeping constitutional amendments that will extend his time in office by two years until 2030 and abolish direct presidential elections. The changes, announced on Tuesday, have sparked outrage among opposition figures, who describe the move as a “constitutional coup” aimed at cementing the ruling Zanu-PF party’s grip on power. Confirming the development, senior Information Ministry official Nick Mangwana wrote on X: “SIGNED, SEALED AND DELIVERED — IT’S NOW LAW,” alongside a copy of the newly enacted legislation. Among the most significant changes is a provision extending presidential and parliamentary terms from five to seven years. Another amendment transfers the power to choose the president from voters to parliament, effectively ending direct presidential elections that have been in place since 1987. The constitutional amendments were approved by both chambers of parliament before being finalised by the Nationa...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to launch a full-scale investigation into the activities of a fictitious organisation called the “Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council” (PFIPC) and the individuals behind it. The directive, issued on Tuesday, requires the ICPC to conclude its probe and submit a comprehensive report to the President within 30 days. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the so-called PFIPC was never established by the Federal Government, nor does it have any legal backing through law, executive order, or presidential approval. Impersonation and Forgery Alleged One Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew allegedly presented himself as the Director-General of the non-existent council and claimed to be a presidential appointee. The ICPC has been tasked with investigating forged appointment letters and other off...

Official documents obtained by our newsroom have raised questions over proposed contract variations totaling more than ₦62.55 billion for two major projects under the Ogoni Cleanup Programme. A HYPREP Weekly Report covering the week ending 22 June 2026 indicates that the Centre of Excellence for Environmental Restoration (CEER) had reached an overall completion level of 96.64 percent . According to the report, construction works stood at 96.78 percent , electrical installations at 96.46 percent , fittings and installations at 96.66 percent , landscaping and tree planting at 98.76 percent , and finishing works at 96.58 percent . The report also lists only a few outstanding activities, including the installation of lightning protection and earthing systems, perimeter CCTV works, external landscaping, concrete pavement, solar street lights, painting of the main auditorium, and tiling of the main entrance wall. It further notes delayed payment of fluctuation costs as one ...