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Jan

2026

DSS Whisks Away NAPO President, Two Others, As Lawyer demands whereabouts

NATIONAL NEWS#CourtContempt, #Dss, #HaroldBenstowe, #HumanRights, #LabourRights, #NAPO, #NigeriaNews, #Riversstate

DSS Whisks Away NAPO President, Two Others, As Lawyer demands whereabouts "More than 24 hours after DSS arrested NAPO President General Harold Benstowe and two others in Rivers, their whereabouts remain unknown as lawyers allege contempt of court." More than 24 hours after operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) whisked away the President General of the National Association of Plant Operators (NAPO), Harold Benstowe, alongside two members, Tuwonimi Benstowe and Michael Mbata, their whereabouts remain unknown. Counsel to NAPO, Marx Ikongbeh, said on Saturday, January 24, 2026, that the arrest and continued detention of the labour union leader…

Jan

2026

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Report to State CID Panti on Monday: Police Invite Pastor Chris Okafor Over Multiple Rape Allegations

ENTERTAINMENTS#BreakingNewsNigeria, #ChurchScandal, #CIDPanti, #CrimeAndJustice, #LagosPolice, #LagosState, #NigeriaNews, #PastorChrisOkafor, #PoliceInvestigation, #RapeAllegations, #SexualOffences

Report to State CID Panti on Monday: Police Invite Pastor Chris Okafor Over Multiple Rape Allegations "Lagos State Police invite Pastor Chris Okafor to report to CID Panti over multiple rape and sexual offence allegations, assuring victims of protection and a transparent investigation." The Lagos State Police Command has invited the Senior Pastor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Pastor Chris Okafor, over allegations of multiple rape, other sexual offences, and conducts likely to breach public peace and disrupt law and order in the state.This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

APC Chairman Confirms Fubara as Party Leader in Rivers, Backs Governor’s Second-Term Bid

POLITICS#2027Elections, #APC #SiminalayiFubara, #APCLeadership, #APCNews, #APCPrimary, #BolaTinubu, #NentaweYilwatda, #NigeriaNews, #NigerianPolitics, #NyesomWike, #PoliticalDefection, #RiversPolitics, #RiversStatePolitics

APC Chairman Confirms Fubara as Party Leader in Rivers, Backs Governor’s Second-Term Bid "APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda confirms Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the party leader in Rivers State and pledges support for his second-term bid if he emerges through APC primaries." The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has clarified that Governor Siminalayi Fubara is the recognised leader of the party in Rivers State. Yilwatda made the clarification on Friday night while speaking on Channels Television’s news and current affairs programme, “Hard Copy.” According to the APC national chairman, the position is clearly stipulated in…

Jan

2026

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Mama Nsonma Ubani Laid to Rest: Tributes Pour in for Mother of SAN Ubani in Umusoko-Awomukwu

NEWS#AbiaState, #CelebrityFuneral, #ChristianFuneral, #DrMondayUbani, #HonoringElders, #IkwuanoLGA #FuneralTributes, #MamaUbani, #NigeriaNews, #SAN

Mama Nsonma Ubani Laid to Rest: Tributes Pour in for Mother of SAN Dr. Monday Ubani in Umusoko-Awomukwu By Charity Uwakwe "Late Mama Nsonma Gladys Ubani, mother of Senior Advocate of Nigeria Dr. Monday Ubani, SAN, is laid to rest in Umusoko-Awomukwu, Abia State. Dignitaries including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Governor Alex Otti pay tribute to her life of discipline, godliness, and resilience." It was a day of solemn reflection and celebration as the remains of Mama Nsonma Gladys Ubani, mother of renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Dr. Monday Ubani, were laid to rest in her hometown of…

Dec

2025

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Anthony Joshua Crash: FRSC Arrived in 3 Minutes, NAOSNP Debunks Viral Claims

NATIONAL NEWS#AnthonyJoshua, #AnthonyJoshuaCrash, #BreakingNewsNigeria, #EmergencyResponse, #FRSCNigeria, #LagosIbadanExpressway, #NigeriaNews, #RoadAccidentNigeria

Anthony Joshua Crash: FRSC Arrived in 3 Minutes, NAOSNP Debunks Viral Claims "NAOSNP says FRSC arrived within 3 minutes after Anthony Joshua’s crash, debunking viral claims of delayed response and urging responsible reporting." "When news broke of the tragic road accident involving world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, social media quickly erupted with claims of delayed emergency response and institutional failure. Anthony Joshua "However, the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) has clarified that officers of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) arrived at the scene within three minutes, coordinated immediate evacuation efforts, and…

Dec

2025

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Lagos Police Bust Fake Kidnapping Syndicate, Arrest Five Over ₦1.7m Ransom Scam

CRIME#AntiKidnappingSquad, #BreakingNewsNigeria, #CrimeNewsNigeria, #FakeKidnapping, #KidnappingHoax, #LagosPolice, #LagosSecurity, #NigeriaNews, #NigeriaPolice, #PoliceArrest, #PublicSafety, #ViralVideoHoax

Lagos Police Bust Fake Kidnapping Syndicate, Arrest Five Over ₦1.7m Ransom Scam "Lagos Police uncover a stage-managed kidnapping involving a viral schoolboy video, arresting five suspects over a ₦1.7 million ransom scam. Full details." The Lagos State Police Command has dismantled a fake kidnapping syndicate following the arrest of five suspects linked to a viral video showing a schoolboy pleading for his life in what was later uncovered to be a stage-managed abduction. Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Tactical Squad arrested the suspects on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at about 1:00 p.m., after an intelligence-driven investigation into the widely circulated video…

Dec

2025

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Breaking News: Former Delta North Senator Peter Nwaoboshi Dies

NEWS#BreakingNews, #CourtOfAppeal, #DeltaNorth, #DeltaStatePolitics, #FormerSenatorDies, #NigeriaNews, #NigerianPolitics, #PeterNwaoboshi, #PoliticalNews, #SenateNigeria

Breaking News: Former Delta North Senator Peter Nwaoboshi Dies "Former Delta North Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi is dead. Read about his political career, court battles, and legacy in Nigerian politics." A former Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, is dead. Nwaoboshi, a prominent Nigerian politician from Delta State, served as the senator representing Delta North in the Nigerian Senate from 2015 to 2023. His death marks the end of a political career that was both influential and, at times, contentious. Born in 1958, Senator Nwaoboshi rose to national prominence through his legislative engagements and political activities within…

Dec

2025

By Famous Reporters

Hidden Facts About Dr. Emeka C. Kalu: Inside the Quiet Influence of a Nigerian Power Broker

POLITICS#AfricanInfluencers, #CommunityDevelopment, #DiasporaLeadership, #DrEmekaCKalu, #EmekaCKaluNews, #GoodGovernanceNigeria, #NationalUnity, #NigeriaNews, #NigerianLeadership, #NigeriaPoliticalFigures, #SecurityAndDevelopment, #YouthEmpowermentNigeria

Hidden Facts About Dr. Emeka C. Kalu: Inside the Quiet Influence of a Nigerian Power Broker By Famous Reporters "Hidden facts about Dr. Emeka C. Kalu reveals the quiet influence of a respected Nigerian leader known for bridge-building, good governance advocacy, and national development." Chief (Dr.) Emeka C. Kalu has steadily emerged as one of Nigeria’s most influential yet understated national figures, earning recognition for his enduring commitment to national development, good governance, and humanitarian service. Despite operating largely outside the spotlight, Dr. Kalu has, over the years, built a reputation anchored on integrity, credibility, and strategic leadership. His advocacy…

Dec

2025

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Edo Man Allegedly Kills, Buries 15-Year-Old Son in Family Compound

METRO#BreakingNewsNigeria, #ChildAbuse, #CrimeReport, #DomesticViolence, #EdoNews, #EdoPolice, #EdoState, #NigeriaCrime, #NigeriaNews, #PoliceInvestigation

Edo Man Allegedly Kills, Buries 15-Year-Old Son in Family Compound "Edo State police have arrested a 49-year-old man for allegedly killing his 15-year-old son and secretly burying him in their family compound in Igueben LGA. Authorities say investigations are ongoing." A 49-year-old man from Edo State, whose identity has been withheld, has been arrested by the police for allegedly killing his 15-year-old son and secretly burying his remains within their family compound. The disturbing incident occurred in Uhe community, Igueben Local Government Area of Edo State. Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Edo State Police…

Dec

2025

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Court Remands Chris Ngige in Kuje Prison Over Alleged ₦2.26bn Contract Fraud

NATIONAL NEWS#AbujaCourt, #AntiCorruption, #BreakingNews, #ChrisNgige, #ContractFraud, #CorruptionCases, #EFCC, #KujePrison, #NigeriaNews, #NSITF

Court Remands Chris Ngige in Kuje Prison Over Alleged ₦2.26bn Contract Fraud "Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been remanded in Kuje Prison after pleading not guilty to an eight-count charge of allegedly awarding ₦2.26bn in NSITF contracts to associates. Bail hearing holds December 14." Justice Maryam Hassan of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court, Gwarimpa, Abuja, has ordered the remand of former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Dr. Chris Ngige, at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the hearing of his bail application slated for Monday, December 14. Ngige was arraigned on an eight-count charge bordering on abuse of…