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Vatican Celebrates Archbishop Bernard Bober’s 75th Birthday With Unusual Outdoor Rave in Slovakia

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

In a striking blend of faith and contemporary culture, the Vatican on Saturday celebrated the 75th birthday of Archbishop Bernard Bober with a large outdoor rave held outside the iconic St. Elisabeth Cathedral in Košice, Slovakia. Organisers said Pope Leo XIV personally approved the unconventional celebration, which featured a popular priest-DJ headlining the event. The […]

Chioma Celebrates Davido With Heartfelt Birthday Message

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Chef Chioma Rowland, wife of Afrobeats superstar Davido, has taken to Instagram to pen a touching tribute in celebration of the singer’s birthday. In the emotional message, Chioma expressed deep gratitude, admiration and affection for her husband, describing him as her “bestest friend in the world” and confessing that he still gives her butterflies. Sharing […]

Benue Gov Alia Denies Claims of Genocide, Says State Only Battling Insecurity

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has dismissed allegations suggesting that any form of genocide is taking place in the state. Speaking at a public event, the governor said such claims are unfounded and do not reflect the true security situation in Benue. Governor Alia, who emphasized his identity as a Catholic priest, said […]

Mikel Obi Says AFCON Triumph Won’t Erase Pain of World Cup Failure, Calls for NFF Board Resignation

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has said that even if Nigeria wins next month’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), it will not fully make up for the team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on The Obi One Podcast, the former Chelsea midfielder expressed deep disappointment over Nigeria’s shocking […]

Vin Diesel Cleared of Sexual Battery Claims in Los Angeles Court

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

American actor Vin Diesel has been cleared of legal claims brought by his former assistant, Asta Jonasson, who accused him of sexual battery in connection with an alleged 2010 incident during the filming of Fast Five. The 58-year-old Fast & Furious star had vehemently denied the allegations for the past two years, insisting there was […]

Edo Govt, IOM Commission Sexual & Gender-Based Violence Centre in Uromi

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), has officially commissioned a Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Centre in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area. Speaking at the ceremony, the Coordinator of the Office of the Edo State First Lady, Mrs. […]

EDO UNVEILS LANDMARK AGRICULTURAL MECHANISATION DRIVE, AS GOV OKPEBHOLO SEEKS OBASEKI’S REPATRIATION TO NIGERIA

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Government, on Monday marked a major policy milestone with the unveiling of what has been describe as the largest single agricultural mechanisation investment in the State’s history, signalling Governor Monday Okpebholo’s commitment to repositioning Edo as a national hub for commercial agriculture and food security. The commissioning ceremony, held at Government House, Benin […]

EDO SECURITY SQUAD ARRESTS 31 CULTISTS IN EDO CENTRAL RAID, ISSUES SEVEN-DAY ULTIMATUM TO FLEEING SUSPECTS

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Special Security Squad, operating under the code name “Operation Flush Out Kidnapping and Cultism”, has arrested 31 suspects following coordinated raids across Uromi in Esan North-East Local Government Area. The operation is part of the State Government’s intensified efforts to curb cult-related violence and rising criminal activities. The arrests are linked to […]