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Oct

2025

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

I was the first to be attacked, late Arise TV anchor’s neighbour gives account

NATIONAL NEWS#Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu, Arisetvpresenterkilledduringarmedrobberyattack

I was the first to be attacked, late Arise TV anchor's neighbour gives account Sani Yusuf, a close neighbour of the 29-yeqrs-old Arise TV presenter and producer, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, has amidst trauma, recounted his ordeals during the terror-striking attack that claimed the life of the vibrant journalist. According to the devastated neighbour, he does not wish anyone the things he witnessed, during the incident. Famousreporters.com reports that Sommie, as she was fondly addressed by her friends and colleagues, tragically passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025, following the robbery incident in her residence, in Katampe…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

Peter Obi reacts as Robbers Kill Arise TV presenter, Sommie in robbery attack

NATIONAL NEWS#AriseTV, #MurderofArisenewsanchor, #Peterobimournsarisetvpresenter, #SomtochukwuChristelleMaduagwu

Peter Obi reacts as Robbers Kill Arise TV presenter Sommie in robbery attack Peter Gregory Obi, the Labour Party, LP, candidate in the 2023 presidential election, has vehemently condemned the brutal killing of Arise TV Presenter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu Christelle. Peter Obi expressed grief over the untimely death of the former presenter in a post he shared on his official X handle, on Monday, September 29, 2025. His statement is coming after Arise TV made the announcement. In the report that surfaced online, it was revealed that Sommie was killed during a robbery incident that took place at her residence in…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

Lagos CP, Jimoh warns against extortion, harassment, human rights violations, others

NATIONAL NEWS, Oddity#disguise, #Extortion, #IGPKayodeAdeoluEgbetokun

Lagos CP, Jimoh warns against extortion, harassment, human rights violations, others In line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, has held a strategic meeting with Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers (DPOs), and Tactical Commanders to address Police Conducts in the State and other key operational issues within the Command. In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Lagos PPRO, SP Abimbola Adebisi stated that, "The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

NIGERIA AT 65: FG Reveals Independence Anniversary Theme

NATIONAL NEWS#AhmedBolaTinubu, #Allhandsondeck, #NationalUnity, #Nigeriaat65

NIGERIA AT 65: FG Reveals Independence Anniversary Theme The Federal Government has unveiled the official theme for Nigeria’s 2025 Independence Day celebrations. The federal government of Nigeria urged all agencies and partners to endeavour to ensure that their programmes corresponds with the anniversary theme to ensure its message reverberates across all spheres of national life. According to a statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, on Wednesday in Abuja, and issued to the media, the theme is: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

AKPABIO: Natasha speaks on poor treatment, as Mammoth crowd welcomes her back to Senate *Dele Farotimi reacts

NATIONAL NEWS#Natashaakpoti'ssuspension, #NatashaAkpoti-Uduaghan, #Natasharesumesworkas Senator, Akpabionatashawar

AKPABIO: Natasha speaks on poor treatment, as Mammoth crowd welcomes her back to Senate*Dele Farotimi reacts The long-standing standoff between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) and House of Senate appears to be easing, as the embattled lawmaker’s Senate office has been officially unsealed. Speaking after arriving at her office, Natasha Akpoti said the Senate President is not more of a senator than her. In the video that was shared on the official X account of THE CABLE, she said Godswill Akpabio treated her like a servant. According to Natasha Akpoti; "Senator Akpabio is not more of a senator than…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

BREAKING: Court fixes date to rule on Nnamdi Kanu’s ‘no-case’ submission

IPOB, NATIONAL NEWS#AloyEjimakor, #FreeNnamdiKanu, #Nnamdikanu'sno-casesubmission, IPOB

BREAKING: Court fixes date to rule on Nnamdi Kanu’s ‘no-case’ submission Federal High Court, Abuja says Friday, September 26 2025 has been scheduled for the determination of an application filed by Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, (IPOB), on the no-case submission in his case with the federal government. The ruling was previously scheduled for October 10. Aloy Ejimakor (Esq.), Counsel to the freedom fighter disclosed this in a post he made on his X handle, today, Monday, September 22. Taking to his X handle, Ejimakor“The scheduled ruling on Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s no-case submission has been…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

One killed, many injured as ‘expired explosives’ blows up at DICON factory

METRO, NATIONAL NEWS#DICON, #DICON'sexplosion

One killed, many injured as 'expired explosives' blows up at DICON factory According to a statement issued on Saturday, Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria's (DICON) public relations officer, Maria Sambo, disclosed that the explosion occurred around 10am at the corporation’s ordinance factory disposal pit, where expired explosive materials were being destroyed. The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria has confirmed that an explosion occurred at its Ordnance Factory Disposal Pit in Kaduna, leading to the untimely death of one person and injuries to several others. Earlier, it was wrongly reported that the incident had claimed the lives of two workers, one…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

JUST IN: Sheikh, Imam of Owo is dead

NATIONAL NEWS#ChiefImamofOwo, #SheikhAhmadAladesawe, #SheikhAhmadAladesaweisdead

JUST IN: Sheikh, Imam of Owo is dead The Chief Imam of Owo and Chairman of the Ondo State League of Imams and Alfas, Sheikh Ahmad Aladesawe, joined his ancestors at the age of 91. This was disclosed byKamorudeen Ishola, a Muslim leader in Owo, during an interview with newsmen. According to the Muslim leader, stating that Sheikh Aladesawe departed to the world underworld on Monday evening at the Federal Medical Centre, Owo, in Ondo State. The remains of Imam are said to be returned to mother earth in line with Islamic rites at today, in his hometown of Owo,…

Sep

2025

By Famous Reporters

BREAKING NEWS: ‘Prof. P.N Okeke’ Legend Author Of popular Physics Textbook Turns 83 Years

NATIONAL NEWS#Astronomy, #FatherofAstonomyinnigeria, #P.N.Okeke, #Prof.PiusNwankwoOkeke

BREAKING NEWS: 'Prof. P.N Okeke’ Legend Author Of popular Physics Textbook Turns 83 Years The renowned author of the famous used secondary school Physics textbook, and "father of Astronomy in Nigeria", Professor Pius Nwankwo Okeke will celebrate his 83rd birthday on October 15. It is no longer news that Professor Okeke’s contributions to science education and research have been impactful in the country thus making him a true icon in Nigerian academia. A Trailblazing Career Professor Pius Nwankwo Okeke Professor Okeke’s journey in science began with his admission to study Physics at the University of Lagos, which was later transferred…