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Trump Dismisses Online Rumors of Illness and Death as “Fake News”

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

False claims suggesting that former US President Donald Trump is seriously ill — or even dead — spread rapidly across social media platforms in recent days, fueled by manipulated images, old photos, and misleading narratives. At a White House press conference on Tuesday, Trump, 79, addressed the speculation head-on, calling the rumours about his health […]

Court Nullifies 15-Year Mandatory Service Rule for Nigerian Soldiers

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has struck down a controversial provision in the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) for officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces, which required soldiers to serve a minimum of 15 years before being eligible to resign. Delivering judgment on Tuesday in a suit filed by Flight Lieutenant J.A. […]

UK Pledges Stronger Cybersecurity Partnership with Nigeria

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Abuja, Nigeria – The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Nigeria in the fight against cybercrime and digital insecurity, pledging technical support and intelligence sharing under an existing security partnership. Speaking at the inaugural seminar on Anticipatory, Cyber, and Digital Diplomacy for Strengthening Nigeria’s Foreign Policy in Abuja on Tuesday, the […]

Tinubu Dismisses Trump’s Tariffs, Says Nigeria’s Economy Strong Enough to Withstand Shocks

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared that his administration remains resilient in the face of new U.S. trade policies introduced by President Donald Trump, including tariffs targeting Nigerian exports. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja during a solidarity visit by members of The Buhari Organisation led by former Nasarawa State Governor, Senator Tanko Al-Makura, […]

Gov. Okpebholo Celebrates Team Edo’s Dominance at National Youth Games

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has hailed the impressive performance of Team Edo at the ongoing 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State, where the state’s athletes have stormed to the top of the medals table with 17 gold, 5 silver, and 3 bronze medals. The Governor, in a statement on Tuesday, described […]

Gov Okpebholo Steps Up Oversight on Edo Road Projects, Warns Contractors Against Substandard Work

September 1, 2025September 1, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has intensified oversight of ongoing road projects across the state, demanding speed, quality, and accountability from contractors to ensure delivery of durable infrastructure. On August 31, 2024, the Governor embarked on an extensive inspection tour of key road projects shortly after returning from Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area. […]

Edo PDP Condemns Planned July 2026 LG Elections, Calls Move “Illegal and Unconstitutional”

September 1, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly condemned the move by the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) to conduct local government elections in July 2026. The development comes months after the Edo State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Blessing Agbebaku, removed all 18 local government chairmen in the […]

Phyna’s Sister, Ruth Otabor, Passes Away at 28

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has passed away. The sad news was confirmed in a statement released on Sunday by Eko Solicitors & Advocates on behalf of the family, announcing the death of Ruth Otabor. According to the statement, Ruth died in the early […]