Day: September 7, 2026

Former Catholic Knight Arrested in Nnewi Over ‘Land Cleansing’ Exercise

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  A former Catholic Knight of St John International, Sir James Louis Okoye, popularly known as Ebube Anaedo, has reportedly been apprehended by vigilante operatives in Nnewi, Anambra State, after he was seen conducting what he described as a spiritual cleansing exercise in the town. Okoye reportedly attracted attention on Saturday after appearing on the streets of Nnewi dressed in red, with a fresh palm frond between his lips and a bell in his hand. A video circulating on social media showed him sitting on the floor in what appeared…

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Shehu Buba Denies Aiding Terrorists After Viral Videos Linking Him to Bandits

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Senator Shehu Buba, representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, has denied allegations that he is aiding bandits or maintaining links with terrorist groups following the circulation of viral videos on social media. The senator described the allegations as false, saying the videos had been manipulated and presented out of context as part of what he called a sustained campaign of disinformation and character assassination. The controversy erupted after a social media content creator identified as “D English Alhaji” circulated videos purportedly showing suspected bandit kingpins visiting Buba’s residence. The allegations were…

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NOUN Bursar Nasiru Marafa Shot Dead by Gunmen in Zamfara

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The Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Nasiru Gusau Marafa, has been shot dead by unknown gunmen in Zamfara State. Marafa was reportedly killed on Sunday, September 6, 2026, while returning from Gusau, the Zamfara State capital. The National Open University of Nigeria confirmed his death in a statement signed by its Registrar and Secretary to Council, Oladipo Ajayi. The university described the death of the Bursar as a profound loss to the institution, colleagues and the wider academic community. Marafa was appointed Bursar of NOUN in…

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Union Bank and Brand Chief Receive Accolades at WIMCA 2026

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Union Bank of Nigeria has been recognised for its leadership in gender inclusion, emerging as Most Outstanding Bank in Gender Inclusion at the Women in Marketing and Communications Conference and Awards (WIMCA) 2026, held on Saturday, 29 August 2026, at Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. This award was in affirmation of the Bank’s commitment to advancing gender diversity through an inclusive workplace and financial ecosystem that empowers women, female entrepreneurs, and professionals with tailored products, capacity building, mentorship, networking, and broader economic opportunities. Themed “Grow, Give, Glow: Building Resilience…

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