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"WE'VE REDUCED IMPUNITY AMONG POLICEMEN TO THE BAREST MINIMUM" - IGP TUNJI DISU

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Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tunji Disu has stated that the Nigeria Police Force has made significant progress in reducing cases of misconduct and abuse of power among its personnel, saying public complaints against officers have declined considerably. Speaking during a public engagement, the police chief said the level of complaints received by the Force today is far lower than when he assumed office, describing the improvement as evidence of ongoing reforms within the institution. According to him, complaints of unprofessional conduct by police officers were widespread when he took over leadership of the Force, but such reports have reduced substantially due to measures introduced to strengthen accountability. Disu credited the improvement to the effectiveness of the Police Complaint Response Unit (CRU), explaining that the unit remains open and accessible to members of the public through several communication channels. He noted that Nigerians can report cases of pol...
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I'M THE FIRST GOVERNOR IN NIGERIA TO RULE A STATE FOR EIGHT YEARS WITHOUT OWNING A HOUSE - FORMER OSUN STATE GOVERNOR, RAUF AREGBESOLA

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National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, has declared that he is the first governor in Nigeria’s history to serve for eight years without owning a personal house. The former Osun State governor, who was once a close ally of President Bola Tinubu, said he lived in a friend’s house throughout his tenure in office. Speaking in a video shared with his supporters, Aregbesola said: “I’m the first governor in Nigeria to rule a state for eight years without owning a house of my own. He added, “I stayed in my friend’s house for eight years as a governor in my father’s land. Whoever says that what I’m saying is not true should come out and show me the house I own.” Aregbesola, who also served as Minister of Interior under former President Muhammadu Buhari, governed Osun State from 2010 to 2018. Reflecting on his administration, he said his government was focused on banishing poverty, hunger and unemployment, restoring healthy living, promoting fun...
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NO MATTER HOW NICE A WIDOW IS, STAY AWAY FROM HER. EVERY WIDOW IS MARRIED TO A SPIRIT - PASTOR JULIUS EKWEOZOR WARNS MEN

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Pastor Julius Ekweozor has stirred reactions after warning men against getting involved with widows, claiming that every widow is spiritually married after the de@th of her husband. Speaking during a sermon, the cleric advised men to stay away from widows, regardless of how kind or attractive they may appear. According to him, “No matter how nice a widow is, don’t sleep with her. There is no single widow on the earth. Every widow is married. When you take advantage of her, her husband will come after you. Every widow is married to a spirit.” He claimed that, “The moment the husband of that widow drops de@d, the spirit takes over the marriage.” He further stated that if a man becomes involved with a widow because he is helping her financially or supporting her children, “as soon as he sleeps with her, that spirit will attack.” Ekweozor also spoke about widows who remarry, saying, “When a man d+es and the widow is young, and she wants to remarry, there are laws they keep, the...
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SOUTH-EAST GOVERNORS WILL SUPPORT PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU'S RE-ELECTION IN 2027." - GOVERNOR UZODINMMA

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Imo State Governor and Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum, Senator Hope Uzodimma, says the five South-East governors have resolved to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, citing the Federal Government’s developmental projects in the region. Speaking in Owerri during a meeting with traditional rulers and members of the Imo State Elders Council, Uzodimma said the decision was reached despite the governors belonging to different political parties. “The South-East has decided. Our people judge governments by performance and not by political sentiments. The evidence is on the ground,” he said. He disclosed that the governors would soon pay a joint courtesy visit to President Tinubu to strengthen collaboration with the Federal Government. Uzodimma also cautioned politicians against using Igbo platforms to spread what he described as unfounded propaganda, saying, “The Igbos are too discerning and too results-driven to trade tangible infrastructure for poli...
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WHY YOU MUST NEVER PUT YOUR BROTHER OR YOUR FATHER AS YOUR NEXT OF KIN - PASTOR SARAH OMYAKWU

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Pastor Sarah Omyakwu has advised married couples to prioritize their spouses and children when choosing a next of kin, saying they should be regarded as the immediate family. Speaking during a sermon, she said, “Men, you don’t put next of kin as your brother or your father, because your brother is not going to take care of your children. He will take care of his children first before your children.” She stressed that a man’s wife and children should come first, adding, “Your people are your wife and your children first. They are your next of kin, not your mother, not your father, not your brother.” Addressing married women, Pastor Omakwu said the same principle applies to them, stating, “The same thing with your wife. Wife, your husband is the next of kin, and not your sister or your family.” She further not to list both their spouse and sibling as joint next of kin on official workplace documents, citing organisations such as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) ...
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U.S PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP HAS PRAISED PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU'S EFFORTS AGAINST TERRORIST, REAFFIRMING AMERICAN'S SUPPORT FOR NIGERIA

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United States President Donald Trump has praised President Bola Tinubu for what he described as decisive leadership in tackling Nigeria’s security challenges, particularly terr%rism and vi%lence affecting Christian communities. In a letter dated July 6, 2026, Trump thanked Tinubu for his earlier correspondence and commended his efforts. “Thank you for your thoughtful letter. Your kind words mean a great deal to me, and I appreciate your decisive leadership on behalf of the Nigerian people.” He also praised Tinubu’s commitment to addressing insecurity, writing, “I applaud your resolve to tackle the issues plaguing your nation, especially the vi%lence affecting Christian communities, and it is a true honour to stand with you in the f+ght against terr%rists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous.” Trump described the U.S.-Nigeria partnership as vital amid rising security threats across West Africa. “The United States-Nigeria relationship is cr...
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NIGERIANS SHOULD THANK PRESIDENT TINUBU FOR HIS COURAGE AND SACRIFICES IN TRANSFORMING THE ECONOMY - GOVERNOR ALEX OTTI

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Abia State Governor Alex Otti has defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying the economic hardship Nigerians are experiencing stems from years of poor policy decisions rather than the president’s actions. Otti made the remarks on Tuesday while receiving First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, who was in Abia to celebrate the state’s Akwete weaving heritage. The governor asked the First Lady to convey his appreciation to President Tinubu for what he described as his bold leadership. “I want to also plead with you to take our felicitations to His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said. “I want you to please thank him. Thank him for his courage. Thank him for the sacrifices. Some people may not understand; it takes a man with courage to do what he did in 2023: remove petroleum subsidy and follow suit with the floating of the naira.” According to Otti, the removal of fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira have fre...
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KWARA COMMUNITY RAISES N60 MILLION, FOOD SUPPLIES TO SECURE RELEASE OF ABDUCTED FAMILY AFTER FOUR MONTHS IN CAPTIVITY

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Residents of Awun community in the Oro-Ago district of Kwara State have reportedly raised N60 million to secure the release of three members of a family who were ad¥cted about four months ago. The Guardian gathered that the ransom was raised through donations from residents and Awun indigenes living abroad. In addition to the cash, the k+dnappers reportedly demanded and received two 50kg bags of rice, a 20-litre container of groundnut oil, a carton of spaghetti, 10kg of semovita, assorted alcoholic drinks, Maggi seasoning, and other food items. A community source said the appeal for donations was circulated on the community’s WhatsApp platform, where residents and those in the diaspora coordinated support. The victims were reportedly k+dnapped from their home in February while their father, Olajide Buraimoh, was away. The pregnant woman among the ad¥ctees regained her freedom last week, while the two minors, aged between four and 15, were released on Monday after the commun...
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"N80 MILLION IS TOO SMALL FOR A 300-GUEST WEDDING" - INFLUENCER SIMI SANYA

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Influencer Simi Sanya has sparked conversations online after revealing that a budget of ₦80 million is “small” for anyone planning a big wedding. Speaking during an interview, Simi was asked how much someone should budget for a lavish wedding. Referencing a previous discussion where someone mentioned spending ₦80 million for about 300 guests, she agreed that while it may sound like a huge amount, it is actually not much for a grand celebration. When the interviewer asked, “₦80 million, is it too small?” Simi replied, “It’s small oo.” She went on to explain that the total cost of a wedding depends on several factors, including the venue, decoration, catering, and the couple’s personal preferences. Simi revealed that her traditional wedding was held on Lagos Island, while her white wedding took place on the mainland, a decision she said helped them save money on venue costs. According to her, hall rental prices on the Island are significantly more expensive than those on the ...
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"GENERAL SANI ABACHA DIED OF CARDIAC ARREST DURING INTERCOURSE, NOT POISONED APPLES." - EX-DSS OPERATIVE

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Former Assistant Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Dennis Amachree, has claimed that late military ruler Gen. Sani Abacha d+ed during an intimate encounter with his girlfriend’s younger sister. The allegation is contained in Amachree’s newly released memoir, DSS @40: My Journey Behind the Shield, where he recounted what he described as the events leading to Abacha’s d+ath on June 8, 1998. According to him, “At approximately 2.40 a.m., shortly after Gen. Useni left, Abacha’s girlfriend, an Igbo lady (name withheld), arrived at the Aso Rock Guest House from the Nicon Noga Hilton Hotel. “With her was her younger sister, a pharmacist who was in Abuja for a conference. The Head of State had just bought his girlfriend a new SUV, and they decided to stop by to say hello to ‘Oga’. Abacha was taken with the younger sister, and after a short while, the girlfriend returned to the hotel, leaving the pharmacist alone with the Head of State. At about 4.05 a.m., as they ...
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FCT COMMISSIONER OF POLICE URGED RESIDENTS NOT TO ALLOW OFFICERS SEARCH THEIR PHONES DURING STOP-AND-SEARCH OPERATIONS

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The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ahmed Sanusi, has warned Abuja residents not to allow police officers to search their phones during routine arrests or stop-and-search operations. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday, Sanusi said no police officer has the legal right to demand access to a person’s phone on the road. He urged residents to raise an alarm immediately if any officer attempts to do so, assuring that the FCT Police Command would respond promptly. “Don’t allow any police officers to search your phone and we’re saying this due to the abuse and extortive tendencies of some of our officers,”he said. He explained that officers have been expressly instructed not to search phones simply because they suspect someone of being involved in internet fraud. “It has been instructed that nobody should search any phone, especially when you just arrest somebody on the road and you start searching the person’s phone, suspecting that he is a...
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DSS TO APPEAL LIFE SENTENCES OF ANSARU T£RRORlST GROUP COMMANDERS SEEKS MAXIMUM PUNISHMENT OVER MURD£R£D ORIIRE TEACHER IN OYO STATE

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The Department of State Services (DSS) says it will appeal the life sentences handed to two senior commanders of the Ansaru t+rrorist group, insisting the punishment does not reflect the gravity of their crimes, particularly the k+lling of two teachers abd¥cted in Oriire, Oyo State. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday sentenced Mahmud Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a, Abbas or Mukhtar, described as the self-styled Emir of Ansaru, and Abubakar Abba, also known as Mahmud al-Nigeri or Malam Mamuda, to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to all 32 charges against them. A senior DSS official, however, said the agency considers the sentence too lenient and will seek the maximum penalty on appeal. The official disclosed that the two commanders initially intended to plead guilty but changed their position after Ansaru-linked g¥nmen abd¥cted pupils and teachers in Oriire. “For the nearly 60 days the k+dnappers held on to the pupils and teachers of...
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FOUR POLICE OFFICERS ARRESTED FOR UNKNOWINGLY EXTORTING N53,000 FROM THE ICPC CHAIRMAN AT AN ILLEGAL CHECKPOINT IN ABUJA

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested and detained four police officers for allegedly extorting ₦53,000 from the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu (SAN), during an illegal stop-and-search operation in Abuja. Briefing journalists on Monday, FCT Commissioner of Police Ahmed Sanusi described the officers as “th+eves” who had no business wearing the police uniform. Sanusi said investigations showed the officers abandoned their designated duty posts, converged around the Banex area of Wuse, mounted an unauthorized checkpoint, and extorted the ICPC chairman without knowing his identity. He said they forced him to withdraw ₦53,000 through a Point of Sale (POS) operator, made him pay the transaction charges, and shared the money among themselves. “They extorted him of ₦53,000. They took him to a POS, he withdrew the money, paid the charges and they shared the money among themselves,” ...
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COURT SENTENCES PASTOR TO D£ATH FOR K!LL!NG HIS 16-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER WITH DOWN'S SYNDROME OVER WITCHCRAFT ACCUSATION IN CALABAR

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A High Court in Calabar, Cross River State, has sentenced Apostle Ubong Bassey Etim to de@th by hanging for the m¥rder of his 16-year-old daughter, Deborah Bassey. Etim had falsely accused Deborah, who lived with Down syndrome, of witchcraft before k+lling her. Justice Blessing Egwu of High Court No. 11, Calabar, delivered the judgment on Monday, ruling that the prosecution had proved the charge of m¥rder against the clergyman beyond reasonable doubt. Deborah’s de@th sparked widespread outrage among child rights and human rights organisations, which condemned the k+lling as another tragic consequence of witchcraft accusations against children, particularly those living with disabilities. Reacting to the judgment, the Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI), in a statement signed by its Principal Counsel and Co-Founder, James Ibor, described the conviction as a landmark victory in the f+ght to protect children from witchcraft branding and related vi%lence. The organisation sa...
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PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS FORMER EKITI GOVERNOR AYO FAYOSE AS CHAIRMAN OF RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AGENCY

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President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, as Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) Board. The President also approved 25 other appointments across 10 federal government agencies and commissions. The appointments were announced in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who said all the appointments take immediate effect. According to the statement, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced 26 new appointments to 10 federal government agencies and commissions, with the former governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, emerging as chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), and Major General Junaid Bindawa as chairman of the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission.” It added that Fayose will lead the REA board, alongside Alhaji Ahmadu Abubakar and Engineer Ilyasu Ibrahim Makinta as members and non-executive directors, while the agency’s Director-General, Abba Ab...
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IF ELECTED, PETER OBI AND I WILL WORK AND SIT DOWN WITH TERRORISTS AND OTHER CRIMINALS TO SEE WHAT CAN BE DONE TO DISCOURAGE THEIR ACTIONS - KWANKWASO

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Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has said that if elected alongside Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election, his administration would adopt a multi-pronged approach to tackling insecurity, including engaging terr%rists and other criminals in dialogue while strengthening public confidence in security agencies. Speaking on the country’s security challenges, Kwankwaso said the key lies in giving citizens the confidence to provide information to security operatives. He said, “You see, all these things that are happening today, if you go to localities, those places that these insecurities are happening, I can tell you, people know almost everything. They know the locations, they know the names of all those involved, and so on and so forth.” According to him, many residents are reluctant to volunteer information because of previous negative experiences after cooperating with security agencies. “But what is happening now is many of the communities are even afraid to go forward and tell th...
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KHANA STAKEHOLDERS RESOLVE TO TACKLE INSECURITY, REJECT ILLEGAL TRADITIONAL STOOL

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KHANA STAKEHOLDERS' WORKSHOP. COMMUNIQUÉ ISSUED AT THE END OF THE KHANA LOCAL GOVERNMENT STAKEHOLDERS' MEETING HELD ON SUNDAY, 19TH JULY, 2026, AT THE SUANU NWIKA FINIMALE CONFERENCE HALL, BORI KHANA STAKEHOLDERS RESOLVE TO TACKLE INSECURITY, REJECT ILLEGAL TRADITIONAL STOOL A stakeholders' meeting convened and chaired by the Executive Chairman of Khana Local Government Area, Dr. Thomas Bariere, DSSRS, CNA, was held on Sunday, 19th July, 2026, at the Suanu Nwika Finimale Conference Hall, Bori. The meeting was attended by the Executive Chairman of Khana Local Government Area, Dr. Thomas Bariere, DSSRS, CNA; the Member representing Khana/Gokana Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Dum Dekor; former Deputy Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Leyii Kwanee; former Executive Chairmen; former Vice Chairmen; former Caretaker Committee (CTC) Chairmen; elected representatives at the National and State Assemblies (past and pres...
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MILITARY ARRESTS TWO BROTHERS SUSPECTED TO SUPPLYING LOGISTICS TO ISWAP IN BORNO

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Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two brothers suspected of supplying logistics to ISWAP terr%rists during a farm protection patrol in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. The development was disclosed by counter-insurgency and security expert Zagazola Makama in a post shared on X. According to him, the suspects, identified as 25-year-old Audu Abdullahi and his 30-year-old brother, Shettima Abdullahi, both from Kasabalari village in Damboa LGA, were intercepted at about 10:30 a.m. on July 19 in the Nzuda general area by troops of the 19 Battalion (Mechanised) and the 25 Task Force Brigade Garrison. Preliminary findings reportedly indicate that the two biological brothers were transporting supplies allegedly meant for suspected ISWAP f+ghters operating around the Wajiroko general area. Items recovered from the suspects reportedly include two bicycles, one mobile phone with two SIM cards, an identity card, two bicycle tyres and tubes, six containers of Force...
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OUTRAGE AS FG ALLOCATES N8.05 BILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION OF CHURCHES, MOSQUES IN 2026 BUDGET

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The Federal Government has come under fire following revelations that ₦8.05 billion was earmarked for the construction, renovation, and equipping of churches and mosques in the 2026 budget. The allocation, uncovered by public accountability organisation Tracka, shows that ₦1.91 billion was set aside for seven church-related projects, while ₦6.14 billion was budgeted for 52 mosque projects across the country. The budget includes funding for the construction and renovation of worship centres, solar power installations, boreholes, musical equipment for churches, carpets, Islamiyya schools, imam houses, and other religious facilities. Some of the projects are assigned to government agencies whose mandates are unrelated to religious affairs, a development that has raised concerns over transparency and budget implementation. The disclosure has sparked widespread criticism, coming at a time Nigeria is battling a widening fiscal deficit, rising public debt, inflation, and funding s...
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REMEMBER THAT FREEDOM YOU ENJOY IS BECAUSE OF THE SACRIFICES OF NIGERIA AND OTHERS - PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDEMNS XENOPHOBIC ATTACK IN SOUTH AFRICA

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President Bola Tinubu has called on African leaders to speak with one voice in condemning the ongoing xenophobic att@cks in South Africa, insisting that such v+olence against fellow Africans must not be tolerated. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima at the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Tinubu said a united African stance would send a strong message that “this type of intolerance is totally unacceptable under any guise.” He disclosed that Nigeria has “already evacuated over 1,490 of its citizens from harm’s way in seven batches and is prepared to engage further on this matter.” Condemning the att@cks, the President said, “Nigeria condemns, in the strongest terms, the recent att@cks on its citizens and other Africans in the Republic of South Africa.” He backed Ghana’s call for ECOWAS to jointly denounce the v+olence and present the issue at the next African Union summit. Tinubu added that ...
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"WE ENJOY 24/7 ELECTRICITY": KAANI RESIDENTS SAY THEIR COMMUNITY IS THE ONLY ONE IN OGONILAND AND RIVERS STATE WITH STEADY POWER SUPPLY

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Kaani Community in Khana Local Government Area of Ogoniland, Rivers State, has continued to attract attention across social media, with many people highlighting its rich cultural heritage and the community's steady electricity supply. Residents say Kaani has enjoyed a stable power supply for more than one year, describing it as a major milestone that has transformed daily life and boosted economic activities within the community. They believe the reliable electricity has created a more conducive environment for businesses and are encouraging investors and private business owners to establish their operations in Kaani. According to several residents, the uninterrupted electricity supply is unmatched in many parts of Ogoniland and even across Rivers State. They noted that the availability of constant power has significantly improved business operations, enhanced productivity, and raised the overall standard of living in the community. The steady electricity supply in Kaan...
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Happy Birthday, His Excellency Peter Obi!

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Happy Birthday, His Excellency Peter Obi! We at RwGBlog News wish you a joyful birthday and many more blessed years filled with good health, wisdom, and continued success. Thank you for your unwavering support for the RwG Brand . We wish you God's abundant blessings and many more fulfilling years ahead.
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I CAN'T BE FRIENDS WITH A STINGY MAN, LET ALONE DATE ONE - ACTRESS ELLA EMMANUEL

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Fast-rising Nollywood actress and content creator Ella Emmanuel has opened up about the qualities she looks for in a romantic partner, revealing that stinginess is one trait she cannot tolerate. Speaking during an interview with Potpourri, the actress said she is drawn to men who are kind, generous, intentional, intelligent and emotionally mature, stressing that character matters more than physical appearance when it comes to building a lasting relationship. “I love a kind-hearted, generous, intentional and intelligent man. I admire someone who knows what he wants, takes responsibility, respects women, communicates well and is emotionally mature,” she said. Describing stinginess as a major deal-breaker, Ella added, “One thing I cannot deal with is stinginess. Honestly, if you’re stingy, we probably can’t even be friends, let alone date. I’m naturally generous, so I appreciate someone with the same spirit. Kindness is attractive. Emotional intelligence is attractive. A man w...
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IT'S NEVER TOO LATE, 64-YEAR-OLD NIGERIAN SAYS AFTER BECOMING A REGISTERED NURSE IN U.K

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A 64-year-old Nigerian-born man, John Adesoye, has fulfilled his dream of becoming a registered nurse in the United Kingdom, saying he hopes his achievement will encourage others to pursue their ambitions regardless of age. Adesoye, who grew up in Nigeria, previously worked as an electronics technician in Greece before relocating to the UK in 2013. He joined Southmead Hospital in Bristol as a healthcare assistant in 2014 and later completed a registered nurse degree apprenticeship at the University of the West of England while working at the hospital. Explaining why he switched careers, Adesoye said helping people brings him greater satisfaction than repairing machines. “When I was caring for electronic devices, I was happy when I could get broken devices working again. In my work in healthcare, when patients get better it gives me great joy and satisfaction.” Encouraging others to keep chasing their dreams, he added: “If I can do it, others can too. People are more brillia...
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SEVERAL FOREIGN NATIONALS, NIGERIANS ARRESTED IN CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL MINING IN NASARAWA

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Several foreign nationals and Nigerian citizens have been arrested over their alleged involvement in illegal mining in Amba Community, Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.  The suspects were arrested on Friday, July 17, during a security operation led by the Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, Dr. Emmanuel Agbadu Akabe, as part of efforts to curb illegal mining and strengthen compliance in the solid minerals sector.  During the raid, security operatives recovered cartons of suspected illegally mined minerals and seized equipment, including CCTV cameras allegedly used to monitor activities and evade security surveillance.  Akabe said the operation reflects the government’s commitment to protecting the state’s mineral resources, tackling illegal mining, and ensuring compliance with Nigeria’s mining laws.  The suspects will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution if found culpable.
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RIVERS' KAANI DAUGHTER SAYS SHE IS THE FIRST LAW GRADUATE IN BOTH HER MATERNAL AND PATERNAL FAMILIES

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Baribefi Sharon Letambari, a native of Kaani in Ogoniland, Rivers State, Nigeria, has sparked widespread reactions on social media following a viral congratulatory post celebrating her graduation with a Law degree from the University of Port Harcourt. In a heartfelt message, the newly qualified law graduate revealed that she is the first person in both her maternal and paternal families to earn a degree in Law. «"First Law graduate in both my mother's and my father's family," she wrote.» Her statement quickly drew attention online, with many people congratulating her on the remarkable achievement and applauding her for breaking new ground in her family. However, the post also generated debate, as some social media users questioned whether there are still families without a law graduate, given the increasing accessibility of university education and professional courses such as Law in recent years. Despite the differing opinions, many commentators described...
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IF MY MAN EARNS 5K, HE SHOULD GIVE ME AT LEAST 3K; THE DAY HE ASKS ME FOR MONEY, HE'LL NEVER HEAR FROM ME AGAIN" - TOKE

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Media personality Toke Makinwa has said she has never been in a relationship where a man asked her for money, adding that she considers it a deal breaker if a partner ever does. Speaking during a recent episode of her podcast, Toke Moments, which featured reality TV star Mercy Eke, Makinwa reflected on conversations about women being asked to financially support their partners. She said she often wonders why she has never had such an experience. “When I hear women say these things, I sit down and I ask myself, why don’t men ask me for money? Men don’t ask me for money.” She jokingly suggested that perhaps the way she presents herself or shares her own challenges discourages men from asking her for financial assistance. “Maybe there is something on my head. Maybe because before you ask me, I’m already giving you all my problems? As soon as you say how are you? Today I have a headache.’ Maybe that’s why.” Makinwa maintained that even the men she had dated who were not financi...
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"RIVERS LGA CHAIRMAN, DR. THOMAS BARIERE, IS THE REDEEMER SENT BY GOD." BISHOP THOMAS NUKA SAYS

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The Bishop of the Lutheran Church of Nigeria, Rivers Diocese, Bishop Thomas Nuka Gbarato, has described the Executive Chairman of Khana Local Government Area, Dr. Thomas Bariere, as a "redeemer sent by God" for his role in restoring peace across communities in the area. The Bishop made the remark during a courtesy visit to the Secretary of Council, Khana Local Government Area, Pst. Israel Yeekpa Claudius, CBC, where he led a delegation from the Lutheran Church of Nigeria, Rivers Diocese. Speaking during the visit, Bishop Gbarato congratulated Pst. Israel Yeekpa Claudius on his reappointment as Secretary of Council, describing it as a well-deserved recognition of his dedication, commitment, and service to the people of Khana. He also commended the Executive Chairman, Dr. Thomas Bariere, for reappointing him to continue serving in the administration. The cleric praised the chairman's leadership, stating that the return of peace to Khana has enabled many displace...
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JEALOUS WOMAN ARRESTED FOR KILL!NG HER CO-WIFE'S DAUGHTER IN BENUE

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A woman identified as Erdoo Nancy has been arrested for allegedly k+lling her co-wife’s child in Ankyoor community, Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State.  According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred along Makurdi Road, opposite YUA Guest House. The suspect allegedly att@cked the young girl while her mother was away from home.  Residents in the area reportedly prevented the suspect from escaping and handed her over to officers of the Nigeria Police Force at the Aliade Division for further investigation.  The motive behind the alleged k+lling remains unknown, while the identity and age of the deceased have not yet been officially disclosed.  The spokesperson for the Benue State Police Command, DSP Udeme Edet, could not be reached to confirm the incident as of the time this report was filed.
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SUPREME COURT ORDERS FINAL FORFEITURE OF EMEFIELE'S LUXURY PROPERTIES

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The Supreme Court on Friday, July 17, 2026 affirmed the final forfeiture of seven landed properties, the sum of $2,045,000 (Two Million, Forty-Five Thousand United States Dollars) and share certificates linked to a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, to the Federal Government of Nigeria. In a unanimous judgment delivered by a five-member panel of the apex court led by Justice Ibrahim Mohammed Saulawa, the court set aside the judgment of the Court of Appeal and affirmed the decision of the Federal High Court, Lagos, which had ordered the final forfeiture of the assets on the grounds that they were reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities. Following the final forfeiture order made by the Federal High Court, Emefiele challenged the decision before the Court of Appeal, which reversed the judgment of the trial court. Dissatisfied with the appellate court's decision, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commissi...
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MAN ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY BURNING HIS 10-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER'S PR@ PART WITH HOT PRESSING IRON FOR BEDWETTING IN ONDO

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The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a father in Owo Local Government Area for allegedly causing grievous bodily h@rm on his 10-year old daughter  The command’s spokesperson, SP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday, July 16, 2026, that the suspect, Amos Paul,used a hot pressing iron to b¥rn the priv@te part of his daughter as punishment for bedwetting. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) said the suspect was taken into custody after the incident was reported to the police on Thursday. He added that the victim is currently receiving treatment at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owo. Jimoh further stated that the case would be transferred to the Gender Unit for thorough investigation and other necessary actions. Meanwhile, Ondo State Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, condemned the alleged assa¥lt, describing it as cruel, inhumane and unacceptable. He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to safeguarding children and other vulnerabl...
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"WHEN WOMEN EARN MORE, THE MARRIAGE IS IN DANGER" - PASTOR KINGSLEY OKONKWO

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Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo has stirred conversations after sharing his views on the impact of income differences in marriage during a sermon on the “5 Pillars That Keep Your Marriage From Crashing.”  Addressing married and intending couples, the pastor cautioned against allowing financial success to become a source of conflict in the home.  According to him: “When women earn more, the marriage is in d@nger. Don’t confuse the fact that you live in America to mean you must have an American marriage. You are a kingdom citizen.”  He said many women have not been adequately taught what it means to be a wife, adding that studies suggest marriages where wives earn more than their husbands may face greater challenges.  He further stated: “Most women are wired to believe that they are receivers. The moment she starts to earn more and feels this guy can’t do anything major for me, resentment begins to build.”  Pastor Okonkwo stressed that in a kingdom marriage, f...
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SENATE BACKS FRSC BILL WITH N100,000 FINE AND TRAFFIC LIGHT VIOLATIONS, N50,000 FOR PREACHING IN BUSES

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The Senate has passed the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing significantly tougher penalties for traffic offences across the country. Under the amendment, anyone convicted of “failure to obey traffic lights, road signs, pavement or road markings” will be liable to a N100,000 fine. The bill also prescribes a N50,000 fine for anyone found “hawking, trading or preaching” inside commercial buses. The proposed law further raises the penalty for driving under the influence of alcoh%l or intox+cating dr¥gs from N5,000 to N100,000, with offenders also facing up to two years’ imprisonment or both upon conviction. Motorists who refuse to cooperate with FRSC officials during roadside breath tests conducted on reasonable suspicion will also face a N50,000 fine, six months’ imprisonment, or both. In addition, speed limit violations, which previously attracted a N5,000 fine, will now carry a N100,000 penalty, while reckless driving will also attract ...
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PRES. TRUMP INTRODUCES NEW RULE TO LIMIT THE LENGTH OF FOREIGN STUDENTS' STAY

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The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has introduced new visa rules that will limit how long foreign students, exchange visitors and journalists can stay in the United States.  Under the new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy, most international students and exchange visitors will be allowed to stay for a maximum of four years, while foreign journalists will receive visas valid for up to 240 days. Chinese journalists will be limited to 90 days.  Anyone wishing to remain beyond the approved period must apply for an extension or leave the U.S. and reapply. The rule, which takes effect 60 days after publication pending congressional review, is expected to affect students admitted for programmes starting in August and September.  Explaining the decision, DHS said, “For too long, past Administrations have allowed foreign students and other visa holders to remain in the U.S. virtually indefinitely, posing safety risks, costing untold amount of ...
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Happy Birthday, Dr. Fabeke Douglas!

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From all of us at RwGBlog News, we wish you many more beautiful, healthy, and prosperous years ahead. May this new chapter bring you greater success, abundant blessings, and continued fulfillment in all your endeavors. Happy Birthday once again!
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LEADERSHIP IS NOT MEANT FOR NICE MEN. NICE MEN SHOULD BE SELLING CHOCOLATE AND ICE CREAM - VICE PRESIDENT KASHIM SHETTIMA

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has said that effective leadership requires bold and decisive action, stressing that leaders must be willing to make difficult decisions for the greater good. Speaking at an event, Shettima praised Rwandan President Paul Kagame while highlighting the unique challenges of governing a country with Nigeria’s large population. “People celebrate Rwanda. I adore Paul Kagame. People talk about Seychelles. Yes, the economy has turned the corner. But what is the population of Botswana? Not more than Shomolu Local Government Area of Lagos. What is the population of Seychelles? Not more than two wards in Kano metropolis. What is the population of Rwanda? The population of Rwanda is half the population of Lagos State. So numbers count. Take it or leave it. Nigeria is a great nation.” He urged Nigerians to rediscover the country’s agricultural heritage, describing agriculture as a pathway to economic growth, job creation and hope for millions. Shettima als...
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