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Oct

2025

Troops rescue 180 kidnap victims, arrest 450 terrorists in Southeast, others

NATIONAL NEWS, SECURITY#Insecurity, #InsecurityInSouthEast, #Locallyfabricatedguns, #Nonkineticoperationsagainstterrorists, #Operationudoka

Troops rescue 180 kidnap victims, arrest 450 terrorists in Southeast, others The Nigerian military says it has successfully rescued 180 kidnapped civilians, arrested 450 terrorists and bandits, across the country. According to the Defence Headquarters, the troops achieved the significant breakthroughs in its operations against insecurity across the country in the month of September 2025. The Defense headquarters disclosed this today, Saturday, October 4, 2025, stressing that the troops also killed scores of criminal elements during raids and counter-attacks. Major General Markus Kangye, the Director of Defence Media Operations, revealed that 39 terrorists voluntarily surrendered to troops within the month.…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

Osun Poly Graduate Shot Dead Hours After Collecting NYSC Call-Up Letter

CRIME#Cultclash, #NYSCcallupletter, #Reprisalattack, #Taoreedshotdead, Osunpolystudentshotdead

Osun Poly Graduate Shot Dead Hours After Collecting NYSC Call-Up Letter The atmosphere at Osun Polytechnic turned gloomy, following the shocking killing of one of the fresh graduates shortly after he picked up his Call-Up-Letter to serve his country. His shooting was said to be the handiwork of suspected cultists. The ugly incident happened on Tuesday, 23 September, shortly after Taoreed collected his National Youth Service Corps call-up letter from the institution. A photo has emerged showing the fresh graduate of the Osun State College of Technology, Esa-Oke, Osun State k!lled in a clash between rival cult…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

JUST IN: Nollywood loses another prominent Actor

ENTERTAINMENTS#Duromichaelisdead, #Nollywood, #Nollywoodactorduromichael, #StanleyOntop

JUST IN: Nollywood loses another prominent Actor Veteran Nollywood actor Duro Michael has died following a prolonged illness. His death news was made public by Mr. Stanley Ontop, one of the Movie Producers in the Industry. Ontop announced on his Instagram page that the popular actor had joined his ancestors. Explaining further, he noted that Duro Michael had a terminal illness which regrettably claimed his life, lamenting that there is no brotherly for one another in the Industry. In his Instagram post, Ontop wrote: “Nollywood actor Duro Michael has kicked the bucket. He died a few days ago after battling…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

JUST IN: Nnamdi Kanu envisages sudden death in DSS custody, lists ailments

NATIONAL NEWS#BiafraAgitation, #ipob, #KanusuffersTinnitus, #MaziNnamdiKanu, #Nnamdikanuindsscustody, #Referendum

JUST IN: Nnamdi Kanu envisages sudden death in DSS custody, lists ailments The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has bemoaned his extant illness, saying that he is battling with Tinnitus and sleep deprivation, which he described as among the “gravest threats” to his survival. Kanu who has been languishing in DSS detention since the year 2021, wailed that Tinnitus “exacerbates my hypertension”, thus putting him at the risk of stroke, collapse, and sudden death. The prominent Igbo son who cried out from the Department of State Services (DSS) where he has been held captive…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

Justice for Sommie’: Find her Killers, Family Urges FG, as ARISE News Condoles with Maduagwu’s

NATIONAL NEWS#AriseTVjournalistnotassassinated, #Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu, AriseTvpresenterfallsfromthreestoreybuilding, Arisetvpresenterkilledduringarmedrobberyattack

Justice for Sommie’: Find her Killers, Family Urges FG, as ARISE News Condoles with Maduagwu's The family of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, the slain ARISE News anchor and reporter has appealed with the Federal Government and security agencies to, as a matter of urgency, identify and prosecute those responsible for her death. The 29-year-old lawyer-turned-journalistmet her untimely death at residence in Katampe, Abuja, in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025, during an armed robbery attack. Somtochukwu, popularly known as Sommie, who was rapidly rising in her career, was described as a brilliant and principled young professional. The family, amidst…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

Arise TV: They weren’t assassins, stop spreading fake news, Sommie’s neighbour warns

NATIONAL NEWS#AriseTV, #AriseTVjournalistnotassassinated, #Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu, Arisetvpresenterkilledduringarmedrobberyattack

Arise TV: They weren't assassins, stop spreading fake news, Sommie's neighbour warns A neighbour of Arise TV Anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu has debunked speculations on the internet, urging the general public to desist from peddling fake news regarding the shocking death of the former TV presenter which occurred in their residence on Monday, September 29. Amidst devastation, the concerned neighbour recounted the pathetic condition in which she found the former beauty queen and staff of Arise News TV, lying motionlessly on the ground, faced down, shortly after the robbery attack. Meanwhile, the death of the 29-year-old reporter threw Nigerians into mourning,…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

Nigeria @ 65: Ohanaeze Ndi Calls for Kanu’s Unconditional Release, Sober Reflection

NATIONAL NEWS#MaziNnamdiKanu, #Nationalrebirth, #Nigeria's65thanniversary, #Nigeriaat65, #OhanaezeNdigboWorldwide, Federalism, JohnAzutaMbata

Nigeria @ 65: Ohanaeze Ndi Calls for Kanu's Unconditional Release, Sober Reflection As Nigeria celebrates her 65th Independence Anniversary, the Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has renewed calls for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, insisting that Nigeria's 65th anniversary should not just be a celebration of age, but a sober reflection on the quality of life of its citizens. While describing Kanu's continued detention as a test of Nigeria’s collective commitment to justice, equity, and national healing, Ohanaeze Ndigbo urged state and federal leaders to prioritize governance that protects citizens’ welfare, ensures security, and fosters inclusive economic and political…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

ARISE TV JOURNALIST: Residents debunk assassination claims, say robbers begged her not to jump

NATIONAL NEWS#AriseTV, #AriseTVjournalistnotassassinated, #Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu, Arisetvpresenterkilledduringarmedrobberyattack

ARISE TV JOURNALIST: Residents debunk assassination claims, say robbers begged her not to jump Following the shocking death news of the famous Arise TV Presenter, Ms. Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu who died tragically during a robbery attack in her residence, in the early hours of Monday, September 29, facts have emerged, stating that Sommie was not assassinated but jumped from a three storey apartment. Shock and agony have continued to trail the saddening incident which occurred at her Katampe residence, in Abuja, around 3:00am on that fateful morning. Reportedly, the heavily armed robbers subdued the security guards and raided several apartments,…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

At 65: reflect on nation’s journey, strive for brighter future, ECK to Nigerians

NATIONAL NEWS#DrEmekaCharlesKalu, #EmekaCharlesKaluFoundation, #Nigeriaat65, #Reflection

At 65: reflect on nation's journey, strive for brighter future, ECK to Nigerians Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu, the Founder and President of the E.C.K Foundation, has extended warm Independence Day wishes to Nigerians, urging citizens to reflect on the nation's journey and strive for a brighter future. In his message, Chief Dr. Kalu emphasized the importance of unity, resilience, and determination in shaping Nigeria's remarkable journey. He encouraged Nigerians to proudly celebrate their rich cultural diversity and work together towards a prosperous, peaceful, and inclusive nation. "Today, as we boldly celebrate our nation's Independence Day, we stand proud in…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

Ohafia New Yam Festival: E.C.K reassures unwavering support, dedication

Tradition and Culture#2025Ebemohafianewyamfestival, #2025ohafiaculturaldisplay, #DrEmekaCharlesKalu, #ECKFoundation, #NewYamFestival

Ohafia New Yam Festival: E.C.K reassures unwavering support, dedication E.C.K. Foundation was duly represented at 2025 Ebem Ohafia New Yam Festival In its deepening touch with the grassroots initiative, the E.C.K Foundation, led by Chief Dr Emeka Kalu, continues to demonstrate its commitment to the development of Abia North Communities, this is Ebem Ohafia community in Abia State. The foundation was represented at a recent event of the New Yam Festival in the A community of Ohafia Local Government Area by its coordinator, Chief Colins Agwu (Udu Mmini Ohafia). The event focused on promoting community development and empowerment through the…