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"GENERAL SANI ABACHA DIED OF CARDIAC ARREST DURING INTERCOURSE, NOT POISONED APPLES." - EX-DSS OPERATIVE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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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BUSINESSMAN WITH PINK LIPS BAGS 7-YEAR JAIL TERM FOR ADVERTISING CANNABIS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

The Federal High Court in Kano has sentenced 28-year-old Ashiru Idris to seven years’ imprisonment without the option of a fine for advertising cann@bis sativa for sale on social media. The conviction, secured by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), was delivered by Justice S.M. Shuaibu on July 14, 2026. According to the NDLEA, Idris was arrested on April 22, 2026, after a video circulated online showing him publicly advertising cann@bis for sale. Operatives of the agency’s Kano Strategic Command carried out the arrest following a directive from the State Commander. The court ordered that the seven-year prison sentence should take effect from the date of judgment. Reacting to the verdict, the NDLEA Kano State Commander, CN DY Lawal, described it as a strong warning to anyone involved in promoting or tr@fficking illicit dr¥gs. “This judgment reinforces our resolve to confront drug offenders who brazenly promote illegal substances on public platforms. We will con...

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IGBO BUSINESSMAN GIFTS APPRENTICE 12-ROOM BUILDING AFTER THREE YEARS OF SERVICE

In a remarkable display of generosity that has captivated social media users, an Igbo businessman, popularly known as Omoteletex Na Umuchu Kingdom, has gifted his apprentice, popularly called Nwa-Boy, a fully completed 12-room building in Onitsha as part of his settlement package after successfully completing three years of apprenticeship. According to the businessman, the young apprentice distinguished himself through unwavering dedication, loyalty, honesty, and exemplary character throughout his service. In a heartwarming revelation, Omoteletex disclosed that he secretly acquired the land in the apprentice’s name and oversaw the construction of the entire building without the young man having any knowledge of the project. Since the apprentice is currently outside Nigeria following the completion of his apprenticeship, the businessman invited a priest to bless and dedicate the property before officially presenting the keys and original land documents to the apprentice’s vi...

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP PAYS BETTER THAN WHITE-COLLAR JOBS - GOV. UMO ENO TELLS CORPS MEMBERS AS HE URGES THEM TO BECOME EMPLOYERS OF LABOUR

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members posted to the state to embrace entrepreneurship instead of relying on increasingly scarce white-collar jobs after completing their service year. The governor gave the advice on Tuesday while declaring open the 2026 NYSC Corps Employers’ Workshop in Uyo. He was represented by the Commissioner for Youth Development, Dr. Ekerette Ekanem. Eno encouraged corps members to take advantage of the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme, saying it would help them become financially independent and create jobs. “Today, being an employer of labour, an entrepreneur pays better than a white collar job. Corps members must thrive to become employers of labour rather than job seekers. “We are in a society where the population keeps increasing while we have limited resources, so I strongly commend the SAED scheme of the NYSC which is aimed at making our young people beco...

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54-YEAR-OLD NIGERIAN CATHOLIC PRIEST, REV. BENJAMIN, COMMITS SUICIDE DAYS AFTER BEING ORDERED TO LEAVE U.S

A 54-year-old Nigerian Catholic priest, Rev. Benjamin Okwy Madu, has k+lled himself in Massachusetts, United States, days after he was ordered to leave the country and return to Nigeria, where he had reportedly expressed fears for his safety. Madu d+ed on July 2 at his residence in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, according to the Archdiocese of Boston, where he had served as a hospital chaplain and parish priest since 2021. His religious worker visa was due to expire on July 29, but his home Diocese of Abakaliki had instructed him to return to Nigeria ahead of a new assignment scheduled to begin on August 4. According to reports, the priest had repeatedly indicated that he did not want to return to Nigeria. In a farewell message to parishioners, he said his departure was not by choice but was necessitated by circumstances beyond his control. Days before his de@th, Madu reportedly suffered a panic attack while driving to celebrate Mass and was treated at a hospital emergency room....

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KEBBI STATE GOVERNMENT TO SPONSOR MASS WEDDING FOR 300 COUPLES; OFFERS N250,000 DOWRY TO EACH GROOMS

The Kebbi State Government has concluded arrangements to sponsor 300 couples in the third edition of its mass wedding programme. Chairman of the Mass Wedding Committee, Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, announced the development while speaking with journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday. He said the beneficiaries were selected from the state’s 21 local government areas and 225 wards after undergoing a screening process. According to him, the initiative, organised by the state government in collaboration with the NANAS Foundation, founded by the wife of Governor Nasir Idris, is open to all qualified indigenes irrespective of their ethnic or religious background. Argungu disclosed that each groom will receive ₦250,000 as dowry in line with Islamic law, while all intending couples will undergo compulsory medical screening to assess their health status and compatibility before the marriage ceremony. He added that local government committees have been directed to confirm that ev...

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