Top Boy Actor Micheal Ward Cleared of Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

Top Boy actor Micheal Ward has been found not guilty of all rape and sexual assault charges, bringing a three-and-a-half-year investigation to an end. The verdict was delivered after a jury concluded that the prosecution had not proven the allegations beyond a reasonable doubt. Ward had consistently denied all accusations throughout the legal process. Following […]

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Rehabilitation of Rescued Oyo Pupils, Teachers Now My Priority – Makinde

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has said that the rehabilitation and recovery of the pupils, teachers, and other victims recently rescued after spending 56 days in captivity is now his administration’s top priority. The governor explained that while the successful rescue operation was a major achievement, the next step is ensuring that the victims receive […]

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Israel Reportedly Alerts US to Fresh Alleged Iran Plot Against Trump

Israel has reportedly shared new intelligence with the United States regarding an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to multiple international reports. The intelligence was said to have been passed to US officials in recent days and reportedly points to a specific threat that had not previously been identified by American intelligence […]

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Mmesoma’s Three-Year JAMB Ban Ends This July After 2023 UTME Forgery Scandal

The three-year ban imposed on Ejikeme Mmesoma by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is set to expire this July, marking the end of a punishment that followed the widely publicized 2023 UTME score forgery controversy. Mmesoma came under national scrutiny in 2023 after she claimed to have scored 362 in the Unified Tertiary […]

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I Refused to Pay ₦300 Million Ransom for My Kidnapped Brothers — Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has revealed that he refused to pay a ₦300 million ransom demanded by kidnappers who abducted his brothers in 2019, insisting that negotiating with criminals only encourages more kidnappings. Speaking on Thursday at the ARISE News and THISDAY Townhall Conference in Abuja, the governor said he stood by his decision […]

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Foreign Drug Courier Arrested While Allegedly Supplying Terrorists in Borno

The Nigerian military has intercepted a foreign national allegedly transporting illicit drugs and alcoholic beverages intended for terrorists operating in Borno State. According to military authorities, the suspect was arrested during a security operation in the state. The seized items were believed to be supplies meant for terrorist groups, with officials saying the interception has […]

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𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲, 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁, 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗼

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists launched a deadly attack on Logomani community in Borno State, targeting an army base and several public facilities. The attackers reportedly set fire to a police outpost, a primary healthcare centre, and a school during the assault, causing widespread destruction in the community. Security sources said troops engaged the terrorists in […]

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Katsina Court Remands ABU Lecturer Over Alleged Defamatory Remarks Against State Government

A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Katsina has ordered the remand of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) lecturer and public affairs commentator, Dr. Bashir Kurfi, over allegations that he made defamatory statements against the Katsina State Government. Dr. Kurfi was arraigned by the Katsina State Police Command on charges of defamation and injurious falsehood after he allegedly […]

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Soldiers Now Earn ₦100,000 Monthly Salary – Defence Minister

The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has revealed that the minimum monthly salary for Nigerian soldiers has increased from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000 as part of efforts to improve their welfare. Speaking during an interview on News Central on Wednesday, July 9, Musa said the government has also improved food rations for troops, although he admitted […]

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Bandits Threatened to Kill Abducted Oyo Pupils if Troops Moved Closer — Defence Minister

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has revealed that the bandits who abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State threatened to kill the children if security forces attempted to rescue them by force. According to the minister, the kidnappers warned that any advance by troops would result in the execution of the abducted pupils. […]

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