N10M Reward Placed on British National Accused of Plotting Coup

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaN10M Reward Placed on British National Accused of Plotting Coup

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 3, 2024

The Nigerian Police Force, NPF, has declared Andrew Wynne, a British national, and Lucky Ehis Obinyan, a Nigerian, wanted for alleged involvement in a plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The NPF announced this development during a press briefing on Monday. The police revealed that Wynne, also known as Drew Povey, is accused of terrorism financing, treasonable felony, cybercrime, subversion, and criminal conspiracy. According to Muyiwa Adejobi, the NPF spokesperson, Wynne had established the Iva...

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Hajiya Dada Yar’Adua, Mother of Late President Umaru Yar’Adua, Dies at 102

LifestyleNewsNigeriaHajiya Dada Yar’Adua, Mother of Late President Umaru Yar’Adua, Dies at 102

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 3, 2024

Hajiya Dada Yar’Adua, the mother of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, has died at the age of 102. She passed away on Monday evening at her home, according to a family source. Her death followed a brief illness at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Katsina. The funeral prayer has been scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the Yar’Adua family house in the Yar’Adua area of the Katsina metropolis. Hajiya Dada was renowned for her remarkable...

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Niger Delta Youths Support Fubara For Championing Democracy

NewsNigeriaPoliticsNiger Delta Youths Support Fubara For Championing Democracy

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)September 2, 2024

…Vows To Resist Wike’s Attempts To Pocket Rivers Resources Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State for his commitment to upholding democratic values, safeguarding the will of the people, and standing as a beacon of hope and integrity in the face of attempts to undermine the sanctity of democracy in Rivers State. The group in a press statement on Monday signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Israel Uwejeyan stated that Governor...

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FG Charges Illegal Mining Suspects  In Kogi, Ondo To Court

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaFG Charges Illegal Mining Suspects  In Kogi, Ondo To Court

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)September 2, 2024

In a bid to sanitise the mining sector, the Federal Government has charged suspected illegal miners arrested in Kogi and Ondo States during a recent operation led by the Mining Marshals to court. Segun Tomori, Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development, in a press statement on Monday noted that the operation, code-named “Operation Hayakin Kogo,” took place in the Ikah Community of Ankpa Local Government Area (LGA), Kogi State resulting...

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Insecurity: FG Directs Defence Minister, military Chiefs To Relocate To Sokoto

National SecurityNewsNigeriaInsecurity: FG Directs Defence Minister, military Chiefs To Relocate To Sokoto

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)September 2, 2024

Few days after terrorists were seen on video celebrating the seizure of Armoured Military Carrier, APC, the Federal Government has directed the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle and other military chiefs to relocate to Sokoto State.  The measure is to rid the entire North-West of the menace of banditry, kidnapping and terrorism. The directive was contained in a statement issued by Director of Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, Mr Henshaw...

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First Nigerian-American Becomes US Navy Captain

NewsNigeriaFirst Nigerian-American Becomes US Navy Captain

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 2, 2024

A Nigerian-American, Kelechi Ndukwe, has achieved a significant milestone in his military career by being promoted to the rank of Navy Captain from Commander in the United States Navy. This promotion marks a historic achievement as Ndukwe becomes the first Nigerian to command a US Navy warship. Ndukwe’s naval career, which spans over 20 years, began in 2003 when he joined the US Navy as an auxiliaries officer. This was shortly after he obtained a...

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NAF Neutralizes Notorious Terrorist Kingpin, Others In Igabi, Kaduna

National SecurityNewsNigeriaNAF Neutralizes Notorious Terrorist Kingpin, Others In Igabi, Kaduna

Uzoamaka Ikezue (Staff Reporter)September 2, 2024

Following intelligence report received on 31 August 2024 that a known terrorist kingpin, Mustapha Abdullahi, and other members of his group were sighted near Sabon Gida Forest along Sabon Birni Road in Igabi Local Government Area (LGA), Kaduna State with likely intent to kidnap, harm or kill innocent civilians, a team of Special Forces from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). According to a press statement on Sunday signed by Edward Gabkwet, Air Vice Marshal, Director...

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Chidinma Adetshina Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024

LifestyleNewsNigeriaChidinma Adetshina Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 2, 2024

Former Miss South Africa contestant, Chidinma Adetshina, has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024. Adetshina, a 23-year-old law student, emerged victorious at the grand finale held in Lagos on Saturday, 31 August, after defeating 24 other contestants. Adetshina, who represented Taraba State, rose to the top five finalists after the contestants showcased their elegance in evening gowns. The top five finalists included Miss Anambra, Paula Ezendu; Miss Edo, Edeifo Brittany; Miss Ondo, Ayegbidun Peace Olamide;...

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Eguavoen Back as Super Eagles Coach After Labbadia Deal Breaks Down

NewsNigeriaEguavoen Back as Super Eagles Coach After Labbadia Deal Breaks Down

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)September 2, 2024

The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has announced the collapse of its deal with German coach Bruno Labbadia, who was set to become the new head coach of the Super Eagles. The decision was confirmed in a statement issued by NFF’s Director of Communications, Ademola Olajire, on Friday, hours after it was reported that an agreement has been reached between the NFF and Labbadia. NFF President, Musa Gusau, explained that the deal was aborted due to...

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Sir Paul Chukwuma Inaugurates Primary Campaign Team

NewsSir Paul Chukwuma Inaugurates Primary Campaign Team

Ebuka Onyekwelu (Staff Writer)September 1, 2024

Sir Paul Chukwuma, the leading aspirant for the governorship seat of Anambra State on the platform of the All Progressives Congress – APC, has inaugurated his Primary Campaign Council. This inauguration is the climax of a three-day strategic engagement held at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, with resource persons. Barely two months ago, Mr. Chukwuma inaugurated his Manifesto Committee, whose work has now reached an advanced stage. With the primary election of political parties for the...

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