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Mar

2026

Sterling Bank Charts Way Forward for Nigeria’s Transport, Logistics Sector

Sterling Bank Charts Way Forward for Nigeria's Transport, Logistics Sector Lagos, Nigeria, Industry leaders, policymakers, financiers, and innovators convened in Lagos today for the inaugural Nigeria Transport & Logistics Summit (NTLS) 2026, hosted by Sterling Bank at Eko Hotel & Suites, to forge actionable strategies for building a faster, more connected Nigeria through transport, mobility, and logistics. Held under the theme “Funding the Engine of Growth,” the summit positioned Nigeria's transport and logistics sector as a critical but under-leveraged driver of productivity, regional integration, and economic growth. Transport, mobility, and logistics collectively form the backbone of the Nigerian economy, yet…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC Congress Shake-Up: Abia Chapter Hails Yilwatda, Nwankpa, Ogbonnaya After Landmark Victories

POLITICS#abiaApc, #APCCongress, #APCLeadership, #APCNationalCongress2026, #BenjaminKalu, #NentaweYilwatdaNationalChairman, #NigerianPolitics, #Tinubu

APC Congress Shake-Up: Abia Chapter Hails Yilwatda, Nwankpa, Ogbonnaya After Landmark Victories "In a defining moment that signals a new power shift within Nigeria’s ruling party, the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has erupted in celebration following the emergence of key party figures at the just-concluded national and zonal congresses—describing the outcome as a “renewed mandate for unity, strength, and progressive leadership.” "The Abia State APC has congratulated Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda on becoming National Chairman, alongside Chief Donatus Nwankpa and Barr. Chimankpam Ogbonnaya, describing their emergence as a sign of unity, leadership strength, and renewed grassroots…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

Shock in Zimbabwe: Fourth Wife Stabs Husband Over Affair With ‘Sister’, Married Friend

CRIME, RELATIONSHIP#CrimeOfPassion, #DomesticViolence, #HusbandAffairWithWife’sSister, #InfidelityCrisis, #LegalBattleMarriageDispute, #MarriageCrisis, #ShockingRelationshipStories, #ZimbabweDomesticViolenceCase

Shock in Zimbabwe: Fourth Wife Stabs Husband Over Affair With ‘Sister’, Married Friend "A shocking tale of betrayal, family boundaries shattered, and a marriage spiraling into violence has emerged from Zimbabwe, where a woman allegedly stabbed her husband after uncovering intimate relationships with her own “sister” and a married friend—triggering a legal battle that has stunned many." "A Zimbabwean woman allegedly stabbed her husband after discovering he was involved with her cousin—considered a “sister” culturally—and a married friend. The incident escalated into a legal dispute involving compensation claims and child maintenance." A businessman in Domboshava, Zimbabwe, has become the focus…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

Tragedy on Namnai Bridge: Adamawa Express Bus Plunges Into River in Taraba, Many Feared Dead

METRO#GassolLGAAccidentToday, #NamnaiBridge, #NamnaiBridgeCollapseNigeria, #RoadSafetyNigeria #InfrastructureFailure #TransportDisaster #AdamawaExpressBusAccidentTaraba, #TarabaBusPlungesintoRiver

Tragedy on Namnai Bridge: Adamawa Express Bus Plunges Into River in Taraba, Many Feared Dead "Panic and heartbreak gripped residents of Taraba State after a commercial bus plunged into a river at a long-neglected bridge, in a tragedy many say could have been avoided—raising fresh anger over government inaction and recurring loss of lives." "An Adamawa Express bus plunged into the Namnai River in Taraba State after attempting to cross a collapsed bridge in Gassol LGA. Many passengers are feared dead, highlighting ongoing concerns over neglected infrastructure and delayed government response." GASSOL, TARABA STATE — An Adamawa Express bus has…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

Apprentice Kills Boss with Pestle in Onitsha, Transfers ₦8m After Attack — Police Arraign Suspects

CRIME, METRO

Apprentice Kills Boss with Pestle in Onitsha, Transfers ₦8m After Attack — Police Arraign Suspects "A shocking case of betrayal has rocked Onitsha’s bustling drug market, as a 21-year-old apprentice allegedly turned on his employer in a deadly attack that has stunned residents and traders alike. The incident, which reportedly involved the transfer of over ₦8 million shortly after the killing, has now led to the arraignment of two young suspects—raising fresh concerns about trust, crime, and security in Nigeria’s commercial hubs." "Two suspects have been arraigned by the Anambra State Police over the alleged killing of a trader in…

Mar

2026

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Senate Moves on Anioma State — What Akpabio Just Revealed Could Change Delta Forever

POLITICS#AniomaStateCreation, #GodswillAkpabioStatementonAniomastateCreation, #NedNwokoAniomaState, #South-SouthPoliticalNews, #StateCreation, #TinubuAgenda, #WarriCapitalDeltaState

Senate Moves on Anioma State — What Akpabio Just Revealed Could Change Delta Forever Nigeria’s political landscape may be on the verge of a historic transformation as the Senate throws its weight behind the long-debated creation of Anioma State. In a bold and emphatic declaration, Senate President Godswill Akpabio assured supporters that the dream of Anioma is no longer a distant hope but an imminent reality—signaling a major shift that could redefine power, development, and representation in the South-South region. The Nigerian Senate has pledged strong support for the creation of Anioma State, with Senate President Godswill Akpabio confirming that…

Mar

2026

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From Armed Robber to Pastor: Nigerian Cleric Says Jesus Appeared During 1980 Bank Robbery

CRIME, RELIGION#BreakingNewsNigeria #PastorConfession, #FaithAndRedemption, #JosPlateau #ChristianTestimony, #NigeriaNews #BankRobbery1980, #ReligiousControversy, #RevDachomo, #RevEzekielDachomoSory

From Armed Robber to Pastor: Nigerian Cleric Says Jesus Appeared During 1980 Bank Robbery "A Nigerian cleric’s startling confession about his alleged role in a 1980 bank robbery—and his claim of a supernatural encounter with Jesus—has ignited intense debate, drawing both belief and backlash across religious and public circles." "Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, a Nigerian cleric, has claimed he participated in a 1980 bank robbery in Jos but experienced a life-changing encounter with Jesus that led to his transformation. His account has sparked controversy, with critics disputing the supernatural elements and questioning the story’s credibility." Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo of the Church…

Mar

2026

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Horror in Kira: CCTV Exposes Maid’s Brutal Abuse of 4-Year-Old Girl — Court Hands 40-Year Jail Term

CRIME, METRO#AfricaNews, #AggravatedTortureUgandaLaw, #CCTVChildAbuseUganda, #CCTVFootage, #JusticeServed, #KiraMunicipalityMaidArrest, #UgandaChildAbuseCase, #WakisoDistrict

Horror in Kira: CCTV Exposes Maid’s Brutal Abuse of 4-Year-Old Girl — Court Hands 40-Year Jail Term "A wave of outrage has swept across Uganda after disturbing CCTV footage exposed the shocking abuse of a four-year-old girl by a trusted housemaid—an incident that has reignited urgent conversations about child safety, domestic worker vetting, and accountability." "A Ugandan court has sentenced housemaid Precious Tumuhirwe to 40 years in prison after CCTV footage showed her abusing a four-year-old girl in Kira Municipality. The case sparked nationwide outrage and renewed calls for stronger child protection measures." KIRA MUNICIPALITY, Wakiso District — A 35-year-old…

Mar

2026

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IWD 2026: Polaris Commits ₦1bn to Women Entrepreneurs, Positions Gender Equity as Growth Engine

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY#FemaleEntrepreneurs, #FinancialInclusion, #GenderEquity, #InclusiveGrowth, #IWD2026, #PolarisBank, #PolarisPearl, #WomenEmpowerment

IWD 2026: Polaris Commits ₦1bn to Women Entrepreneurs, Positions Gender Equity as Growth Engine In a bold shift from rhetoric to results, Polaris Bank has declared gender equity not just a moral obligation but a powerful engine for economic growth—backing its position with over ₦1 billion in funding for women entrepreneurs and a renewed commitment to inclusive leadership at its 2026 International Women’s Day celebration. Polaris Bank marked International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026 by positioning gender equity as a strategic growth driver, committing over ₦1 billion to women-led businesses while expanding initiatives in financial inclusion, leadership development, and female empowerment…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

Bende 2027 Power Tussle: Explosive Zoning Debate Sparks Equity Clash Between North and South

POLITICS#2027Elections, #BenjaminKalu.#BendeNorth, #BenjaminKaluThirdTermDebate, #HouseOfReps, #PoliticalEquity, #PowerRotationinAbia, #ZningPrincipleinNigeriaPolitics, #ZoningDebate

Bende 2027 Power Tussle: Explosive Zoning Debate Sparks Equity Clash Between North and South "Tension is quietly building in Bende Federal Constituency as the 2027 elections draw closer, with a fierce debate over zoning, fairness, and political equity taking center stage. In a revealing radio interview, youth leader Emenike Okorie ignites fresh controversy—insisting it is Bende North’s turn, while questioning the push for a third term. His bold stance has now triggered intense conversations that could reshape the political future of the constituency." "The zoning principle in Bende Federal Constituency is an informal power-sharing agreement between Bende North (Umunna) and…