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Aug

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2026

Niger Man Sentenced to 13 Years, 20 Strokes for Raping Neighbour’s 10-Year-Old Daughter

CRIME, Human Interest#ChildAbuse #ChildSexualAbuse, #JusticeForChildren, #MinnaNews, #NigeriaCrimeNews, #NigerNews, #NigerState, #RapeCase

Niger Man Sentenced to 13 Years, 20 Strokes for Raping Neighbour’s 10-Year-Old Daughter A 10-year-old girl has been given a measure of justice after a man who raped her was sentenced to 13 years in prison and 20 strokes of the cane in Niger State. Aliyu Bala, a man in Niger State, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison and 20 strokes of the cane for raping his neighbour’s 10-year-old daughter in Minna. The court also ordered him to pay ₦250,000 in compensation to the victim. A man identified as Aliyu Bala has been sentenced to 13 years in…

Aug

12

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG President Otiti Pledges Reforms to Strengthen Online Media in Nigeria

NATIONAL NEWS#AkpovokeOtiti, #DigitalJournalism, #GOMEPNG, #JournalismNigeria, #MediaEthics, #MediaReforms, #OnlineJournalism, #OnlineMediaNigeria

GOMEP-NG President Otiti Pledges Reforms to Strengthen Online Media in Nigeria Nigeria's fast-growing online media industry could be heading for a new era of professionalism as GOMEP-NG President Akpovoke Otiti promises stronger standards, ethical practice and wider collaboration across the sector. The National President of the Guild of Online Media Practitioners of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG), Comr. Akpovoke Otiti, has pledged to pursue reforms aimed at strengthening professionalism, credibility and ethical standards in Nigeria's rapidly expanding online media industry. GOMEP-NG President Akpovoke Otiti has pledged to pursue reforms aimed at improving professionalism, credibility, ethical standards and sustainable growth in Nigeria's online media…

Aug

12

2026

By Famous Reporters

Access Emerges Nigeria’s Largest Employer of CFA Candidates

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY#AccessHoldings, #BankingNigeria, #CFA, #CFACandidates, #CFAInstitute, #FinanceNigeria, #FinancialServices, #InvestmentProfessionals

Access Emerges Nigeria's Largest Employer of CFA Candidates Access Holdings has emerged as Nigeria's largest employer of CFA candidates, with 82 professionals pursuing the globally recognised qualification. The ranking highlights the group's growing investment in financial talent and professional development. Access is Nigeria's largest employer of CFA candidates, with 82 professionals pursuing the CFA qualification, according to a June 2026 ranking by CFA Society Nigeria. Access also ranked second among employers of CFA charterholders. Access Holdings has emerged as Nigeria's largest employer of CFA candidates, according to a new ranking published by CFA Society Nigeria. The recognition highlights the group's…

Aug

12

2026

By Famous Reporters

DSS Releases Katsina Carpenter Mistaken for Criminal, Awards N3m Compensation

CRIME, SECURITY#Ansaru, #Dss, #DSSCompensation, #KatsinaNews, #MustaphaMarwana, #NigeriaNews, #OyoNews, #Terrorism

DSS Releases Katsina Carpenter Mistaken for Criminal, Awards N3m Compensation A carpenter who was caught in a terrorism investigation has regained his freedom after the DSS cleared him of any link to Ansaru and awarded him N3 million in compensation. Mustapha Marwana, a Katsina-born carpenter, was released by the DSS after an investigation found no evidence linking him to Ansaru or the financing of any terrorist group. The DSS also awarded him N3 million as compensation following his wrongful arrest over the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. A Katsina-born carpenter, Mustapha Marwana, has been released by the…

Aug

12

2026

By Famous Reporters

Newlywed Woman Arrested After Husband Dies in Abia Kitchen Knife Incident

CRIME, SECURITY#AbiaCrime #Obingwa, #AbiaNews, #AbiaState, #CrimeNews, #NigeriaCrime, #PoliceInvestigation, #SarahInnocent

Newlywed Woman Arrested After Husband Dies in Abia Kitchen Knife Incident A marriage that began just eight months ago has ended in tragedy in Abia State, after a domestic disagreement reportedly left a newlywed man dead and his wife in police custody. A newly married woman, Mrs Sarah Innocent, has been arrested after her husband died following an alleged stabbing during a domestic disagreement in Ohuru Ishimiri village, Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State. Police said the victim was taken to a medical facility, where he was pronounced dead. Investigators have begun probing the circumstances surrounding the incident. A…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Ikwuano August Meeting: Ossy Nwaka Backs Women’s Empowerment, Political Participation

POLITICS#AbiaWomen, #IkwuanoAugustMeeting, #IkwuanoNews, #IkwuanoWomen, #OsinachiNwaka, #OssyNwaka, #WomenInPolitics, #WomensEmpowerment

Ikwuano August Meeting: Ossy Nwaka Backs Women’s Empowerment, Political Participation By Charity Uwakwe Former Ikwuano mayor Ossy Nwaka has delivered a strong message to women at the annual August Meeting, urging them to reject the sidelines and take a more active role in politics, family and community development. The Ikwuano August Meeting is an annual gathering where women from communities across Ikwuano come together to discuss empowerment, political participation, welfare and community development. Ossy Nwaka has urged women to remain united and take an active role in building their families and communities. At a colourful Ikwuano August Meeting, Hon. Osinachi…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

GOMEP-NG Urges National Assembly to Regulate Nigeria’s Online Media Industry

NATIONAL NEWS#DigitalJournalism, #GOMEPNG, #JournalismNigeria, #MediaLawNigeria, #NationalAssembly, #NigeriaMedia, #OnlineMediaNigeria, #OnlineMediaRegulation

GOMEP-NG Urges National Assembly to Regulate Nigeria’s Online Media Industry By Charity Uwakwe As online media continues to shape public opinion and national debate in Nigeria, the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) is asking the National Assembly to take a major step: create a law to formally recognise and regulate the country’s fast-growing digital media industry. Nigeria’s online media industry is growing faster than ever, but GOMEP-NG says the sector cannot continue without a clear legal and professional framework. The guild is now looking to the National Assembly for action. GOMEP-NG has urged the National…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia APC Demands Apology From Kalu, Nkwonta Over Otti Support

POLITICS#2027AbiaElection, #abiaApc, #AbiaGovernorship, #AbiaPolitics, #AlexOtti, #APC2027, #ChrisNkwonta, #OrjiUzorKalu

Abia APC Demands Apology From Kalu, Nkwonta Over Otti Support By Charity Uwakwe A fresh political dispute has opened within the Abia APC as the party leadership moves against two prominent figures over their reported support for Governor Alex Otti. The Abia State Working Committee of the APC has demanded public apologies from Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and Hon. Chris Nkwonta within seven days over statements it described as anti-party conduct and support for Governor Alex Otti ahead of the 2027 Abia governorshipaa election.A fresh political dispute has emerged within the Abia State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC)…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Nwaka Urges Ikwuano Women to Support Otti’s reelection, Husbands, Children’s Future

POLITICS#AbiaState, #AbiaWomen, #IkwuanoAugustMeeting, #IkwuanoWomen, #OsinachiNwaka, #PriscillaOtti, #SkillsAcquisition, #WomenEmpowerment

Nwaka Urges Ikwuano Women to Support Otti's reelection, Husbands, Children’s Future A call for stronger families and political support took centre stage as Abia State Ministry of Finance Incorporated Director-General, Hon. Osinachi Nwaka, urged Ikwuano women to stand firmly behind their husbands, train their children and support Governor Alex Otti’s administration ahead of 2027. Hon. Osinachi Nwaka has urged Ikwuano women to support their husbands, train their children and back the administration of Abia State Governor Alex Otti. Nwaka said women should support a government that delivers roads, health centres, scholarships and other tangible projects to the people. IKWUANO- Director-General…

Aug

11

2026

By Famous Reporters

Abia First Lady Backs Women’s Empowerment as Ikwuano Raises ₦50m for Skills Acquisition Centre

POLITICS#AbiaWomen, #IkwuanoAugustMeeting, #IkwuanoLGA, #IkwuanoWomen, #PriscillaOtti, #SkillsAcquisitionCentre, #WomenEmpowerment

Abia First Lady Backs Women’s Empowerment as Ikwuano Raises ₦50m for Skills Acquisition Centre By Charity Uwakwe Ikwuano women unite for a ₦50m skills centre as Abia First Lady calls for empowerment, unity and sustainable livelihoods. Ikwuano women have raised ₦50 million to equip a Skills Acquisition Centre as Abia First Lady Priscilla Otti reaffirmed her commitment to women’s economic empowerment. The wife of the Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Chidimma Otti, has reaffirmed her commitment to women’s economic empowerment, agricultural development and sustainable livelihoods as Ikwuano Local Government Area raised ₦50 million to equip its Skills Acquisition Centre. Mrs.…