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Feb

2026

Midnight Arson: Gunmen Set Catholic Church, Priest’s SUV Ablaze in Cross River

SECURITY#BokiLGA, #CatholicChurchAttack, #ChristianPersecution, #ChurchArson, #CrossRiverAttack, #NigeriaInsecurity, #PoliceInvestigation, #ReligiousViolenceNigeria

Midnight Arson: Gunmen Set Catholic Church, Priest’s SUV Ablaze in Cross River "Tension is mounting in Cross River State after suspected arsonists launched a pre-dawn attack on a Catholic church, razing sensitive church records and burning vehicles within the premises — the latest in a troubling wave of attacks targeting religious institutions across Nigeria." By Charity Uwakwe The Nigeria Police Force in Cross River State has confirmed an early morning attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Katchuan Iruan, Boki Local Government Area. The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed that the incident occurred at about 3:00 a.m.…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

70-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Killed by Daughter, Granddaughter in Nsukka Tragedy

METRO#CommunityNews, #CrimeReport, #EnuguNews, #FamilyTragedy, #MentalHealthAwareness, #NigeriaMetro, #NsukkaTragedy, #SouthEastNigeria

“70-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Killed by Daughter, Granddaughter in Nsukka Tragedy” "Residents of Ezema Nru in Nsukka woke up to horror on Tuesday after a 70-year-old woman who moved in to care for her ailing daughter was allegedly killed in a shocking family attack that has left the entire community in mourning." 70-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Killed by Daughter, Granddaughter in Nsukka TragedyShock and grief have gripped residents of Ezema Nru community in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State following the alleged killing of a 70-year-old woman, popularly known as “Mama Oliver,” by her daughter and granddaughter in a disturbing family…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Ikwuano LG Chairman Nwaubani Faces ₦19m Refund Allegation, Shuns Probe Calls

POLITICS#AlexOtti, #AnthonyNwaubani, #FAACAllocations, #ForensicAudit, #GovernmentAccountability, #IkwuanoLGA, #LocalGovernmentAudit, #NigeriaPolitics

Ikwuano LG Chairman Nwaubani Faces ₦19m Refund Allegation, Shuns Probe Calls "Fresh controversy has erupted in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State as a group of concerned citizens formally petitioned Governor Alex Otti, demanding an urgent investigation into alleged financial impropriety and administrative failures under the leadership of Chairman Dr Anthony Nwaubani." By Charity Uwakwe Tension is mounting in Ikwuano Local Government Area of Abia State following allegations of financial impropriety and poor leadership levelled against the Council Chairman, Dr Anthony Nwaubani. In a public letter addressed to Governor Alex Otti, Mr Emmanuel Asiegbu, writing on behalf of the…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Court Fixes February 26 for Judgment in Journalist’s ₦5m Fundamental Rights Suit Against Abia Govt

NEWS#AlexOtti, #CharityUwakwe, #FreedomOfExpression, #FundamentalRights, #HumanRightsNigeria, #InvestigativeJournalism, #Mediarights, #PressFreedomNigeria

Court Fixes February 26 for Judgment in Journalist’s ₦5m Fundamental Rights Suit Against Abia Govt Will the court rule in favour of press freedom or the Abia State Government?A Federal High Court in Umuahia has fixed February 26, 2026, for judgment in a ₦5 million fundamental rights suit filed by journalist Charity Uwakwe against the Abia State Government and others over alleged detention, assault, and violation of her constitutional rights. A Federal High Court sitting in Umuahia has fixed February 26, 2026, for judgment in the ₦5 million fundamental rights enforcement suit instituted by Abia-based journalist, Ms Charity Uwakwe, against…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Four Killed as Iranian Air Force Helicopter Crashes Into Busy Fruit Market in Isfahan

WORLD NEWS#AviationAccident, #HelicopterCrash, #IranAirForce, #IranHelicopterCrash, #Isfahan, #MiddleEastNews #IranNews, #MilitaryAircraft

Four Killed as Iranian Air Force Helicopter Crashes Into Busy Fruit Market in Isfahan A routine day at a bustling fruit market in central Iran turned into a scene of horror on Tuesday when a military helicopter plunged from the sky, killing four people and sending traders and shoppers fleeing for safety. The aircraft, belonging to the Iranian Air Force, crashed directly into the crowded marketplace, triggering panic and raising fresh concerns over the safety of the country’s ageing military fleet. Four people have been confirmed dead after a helicopter belonging to the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force crashed…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

15-Year-Old Boy Killed as Suspected Gunmen Attack Ogbakoba Market in Anambra

CRIME, SECURITY#AnambraAttack #IPOB, #AnambraNews, #EasternSecurityNetwork, #ESN, #GunmenAttack, #NigeriaSecurity, #OgbakobaMarket

15-Year-Old Boy Killed as Suspected Gunmen Attack Ogbakoba Market in Anambra Panic and chaos erupted at Ogbakoba Market in Anambra State on Friday afternoon when suspected gun men allegedly opened fire on traders and residents, leaving a 15-year-old boy dead and several others scrambling for safety. Call A 15-year-old boy has been killed following an armed attack at Ogbakoba Market Arena in Anambra State, in an incident authorities have linked to suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, who disclosed the development on…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Apprentice Kills Master Over N5m Savings Dispute at Onitsha Ogbo-Ogwu Market

CRIME#AnambraCrime, #ChiemerieAnieke, #IgbaBoi, #IgboApprenticeship, #NigeriaCrimeNews #BridgeHeadOnitsha, #OgboOgwuMarket, #WAEC

Apprentice Kills Master Over N5m Savings Dispute at Onitsha Ogbo-Ogwu Market "Shock and disbelief have gripped residents of Onitsha after a 21-year-old apprentice allegedly killed his master over a disputed N5 million savings meant to start his own business, exposing tensions within the Igbo apprenticeship system." A 21-year-old apprentice, Chiemerie Anieke, has confessed to killing his master, Ikechukwu Nwite, popularly known as “Turn-By-Turn,” at the Ogbo-Ogwu drug market in Bridge Head, Onitsha, following a dispute over N5 million he allegedly saved to establish his own business.According to reports, the suspect admitted to the crime while in police custody, stating that…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

2027: Rising Grassroots Momentum Positions Anyaso as Bende’s Emerging Political Force

POLITICS#BendeFederalConstituency, #ChimaobiAnyaso, #GrassrootsPolitics, #LeadershipMatters, #Nigeria2027Elections, #PhilanthropyInPolitics, #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityDevelopment

By EMENIKE OKORIE. 2027: Rising Grassroots Momentum Positions Dr. Chimaobi Anyaso as Bende’s Emerging Political Force "Growing grassroots support in Bende Federal Constituency is positioning Dr. Chimaobi Desmond Anyaso (Ofuji) as a strong contender for the 2027 House of Representatives election, driven by philanthropy, youth empowerment, and community development initiatives." Full Article (Professional Journalistic Rewrite)When E. A. Adeboye once recounted how his mother used to bless him whenever he pleased her, she would often declare, “You will call one and a thousand will answer you.” Years later, as the General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God, that prophetic declaration…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

Boko Haram Overruns Military Camp in Adamawa, Sets Camp Ablaze, Kills 3 Soldiers, Woman

INSURGENCY, NATIONAL NEWS, SECURITY#AdamawaAttack, #BokoHaram, #BreakingNewsNigeria #Insurgency, #MilitaryCampAttack, #NigeriaSecurityCrisis, #TerrorismInNigeria

Boko Haram Overruns Military Camp in Adamawa, Sets Camp Ablaze, Kills Three Soldiers, Civilian Woman "Suspected Boko Haram insurgents killed three soldiers and a civilian woman in a coordinated midnight attack on a military camp in Garaha, Adamawa State, looting weapons and burning down the base." Three soldiers and a civilian woman have been confirmed dead following a suspected Boko Haram reprisal attack on a military formation in Garaha district, Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Residents said the insurgents launched the coordinated assault around 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, storming the community from multiple directions while firing sporadically before…

Feb

2026

By Famous Reporters

UK Court Jails Nigerian Teen Jackson Uwagboe for Life Over Robert Robinson Murder at Old Bailey

NEWS#GoogleDiscover, #JacksonUwagboe, #KnifeCrime, #KnifeCrimeinUK, #LifeImprisonment, #LondonMurder, #MetropolitanPolice, #OldBailey, #RobertRobinson

UK Court Jails Nigerian Teen Jackson Uwagboe for Life Over Robert Robinson Murder at Old Bailey A UK court has sentenced Nigerian teenager Jackson Uwagboe to life imprisonment with a minimum of 21 years for the murder of Robert Robinson in London. The Old Bailey delivered the verdict following a dispute over a stolen bicycle. A UK court has sentenced Nigerian teenager Jackson Uwagboe to life imprisonment for the murder of 21-year-old Robert Robinson in London. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that Uwagboe, 19, was handed a life sentence at the Old Bailey after being found guilty of murder on February…