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Edo Special Security Squad Arrests Suspected Cult Leaders in Benin Raid

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Special Security Squad has arrested several suspected cult leaders and members in Evboutubu, Benin City, in a renewed crackdown aimed at restoring peace and safety across the state. The operation, code-named “Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists”, was launched by Governor Monday Okpebholo to combat rising insecurity in Edo State. According to […]

WAEC Debunks False Rumours of 2025 WASSCE Cancellation

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria, has refuted widespread online claims that the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates has been cancelled. In an official press release shared via its verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday, WAEC described the reports as “false and mischievous,” urging the public to […]

NCDC Warns: Unreported Fever Outbreaks Pose Greater Danger to Nigerians

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has warned that Nigerians face heightened health risks if cases of dengue fever, yellow fever, and other disease outbreaks are not promptly reported and properly diagnosed. Speaking during a national television program on Monday, Dr. Idris expressed concern over the growing […]

African Athletes to Benefit from Global Scholarships and Training Programs – CAA President

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA), Hamad Kalkaba, has announced that African athletes will soon benefit from international scholarships and expanded training opportunities through strategic collaborations with sports institutions worldwide. Speaking during a press conference at the conclusion of the third African Under-18 and Under-20 Athletics Championships in Abeokuta, Kalkaba emphasized the CAA’s […]

WAFCON 2024: Nigeria Set to Face South Africa in Semi-Final Showdown

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Nigeria will lock horns with South Africa in a highly anticipated semi-final clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to take place at Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco. South Africa’s Banyana Banyana sealed their semi-final ticket after a hard-fought 4-1 penalty shootout victory over Senegal, following a goalless draw in […]

Tacha Declares Political Ambition, Vows to Drive Change in Rivers State

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Reality TV star Anita Akide, popularly known as Tacha, has announced her interest in venturing into politics. In a recent interview, the Port Harcourt-born media personality expressed deep concern over the current state of affairs in Rivers State, describing it as a region with immense but underutilized potential. Tacha emphasized the need for greater youth […]

Veteran Nollywood Actor Tom Njemanze Passes Away After Battle with Prostate Cancer

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Nollywood has lost one of its iconic figures as veteran actor Tom Njemanze has died after a battle with prostate cancer. The sad news was confirmed on Saturday by filmmaker Stanley Ontop, who revealed that the actor passed away on Friday. Stanley had previously raised public awareness about Njemanze’s deteriorating health by sharing an emotional […]

Ecuadorian Gang Leader “Fito” Extradited to U.S. to Face Drug and Arms Trafficking Charges

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Adolfo Macías Villamar, the powerful Ecuadorian gang leader known as “Fito,” has been extradited to the United States to face charges related to international drug and arms trafficking. Macías, the infamous leader of the Los Choneros gang, is set to appear in a U.S. federal court today (Monday). He was serving a 34-year prison sentence […]