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Wife Sets Army Officer Husband Ablaze in Akwa Ibom

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A Nigerian Army officer and medical doctor, Lieutenant Samson Haruna, has reportedly died after being set ablaze by his wife during a domestic altercation in Akwa Ibom State. The tragic incident occurred at the Wellington Bassey Barracks, Ibagwa, in Abak Local Government Area on Monday. Sources within the barracks said the couple had a heated quarrel before the wife allegedly poured petrol on her husband and set him on fire while he was asleep. “The officer sustained severe burns and was first treated at the Military Reference Section (MRS) within…

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Suspected Kidnappers Strike Near FCT, Abduct Businessman and Two Daughters

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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have raided Zhibi, a community bordering Dei-Dei town in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) but located in Tafa Local Government Area of Niger State, abducting a businessman and his two daughters. The victims, identified as Muhammad Shuaibu, his 200-level undergraduate daughter, and her younger sister, were taken away after the attackers invaded their home around 12 a.m. on Friday. A family source told reporters that the assailants gained entry into the house through the backyard, destroying a burglar-proof padlock before breaking into the rooms. “They…

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How Certificate Forgery Controversy Forced Minister Uche Nnaji’s Resignation

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Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has resigned from office following a swirling controversy over alleged certificate forgery linked to his academic records from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). Nnaji tendered his resignation to President Bola Tinubu late Tuesday, citing “personal reasons,” but presidency sources confirmed that mounting pressure from within the Federal Executive Council and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) influenced his decision. The scandal erupted last month after documents surfaced online suggesting discrepancies in Nnaji’s academic qualifications, particularly his university degree, which critics…

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Twice as Nice CEO, Waheed Shonibare Is Dead

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The Chief Executive Officer of the popular fashion brand Twice as Nice, Mr. Waheed Shonibare, is dead. According to reports, Shonibare passed away after a brief illness, though details surrounding his death remain sketchy as of press time. The late entrepreneur was widely regarded for his contribution to Nigeria’s fashion and lifestyle industry, building Twice as Nice into one of the country’s leading retail brands known for quality clothing, accessories, and perfumes. Tributes have begun to pour in from colleagues, business associates, and admirers who described him as a visionary…

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New Acting INEC Chairman, May Agbamuche-Mbu, Takes Over from Yakubu

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced May Agbamuche-Mbu as its new Acting Chairman, following the exit of Professor Mahmood Yakubu after completing his tenure. Agbamuche-Mbu, who until her elevation served as a National Commissioner representing Delta State, formally assumed office on Tuesday at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. At a brief handover ceremony, Professor Yakubu expressed gratitude to staff and stakeholders for their support during his tenure and urged them to extend the same cooperation to his successor. “I am confident that the Commission will continue to uphold…

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Nigeria’s Anglican Church Cuts Ties with Canterbury over Appointment of ‘Pro-Gay’ Female Archbishop

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The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has announced its spiritual separation from the Church of England following the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury. In a statement issued on Friday, October 3, 2025, by the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, the Church described the development as “devastating” and “insensitive.” They cited Bishop Mullally’s support for same-sex marriage and her position as the first female to hold the post. These were seen as signs of what it called “a deep moral…

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Court Jails Four for Internet Fraud in Lagos

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The Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has convicted and sentenced four men for offences bordering on internet fraud. The convicts — Martins Emmanuel, Abeeb Olamide Asiru, Iremide Owolabi, and Quadri Abdulrasheed Adio — were arraigned by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) before Justice Dehinde Dipeolu. According to the EFCC, the quartet were arrested on August 29, 2025, during a sting operation at Mambillah Hotel, Ikorodu, following credible intelligence about a syndicate of internet fraudsters operating from the facility. They were…

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Fidelity Bank Hosts Black-Tie Gala Honouring Afreximbank President Prof. Benedict Oramah

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In recognition of his unwavering commitment to Africa’s development, Fidelity Bank Plc recently hosted a grand black-tie dinner to celebrate the retirement of Professor Benedict Okechukwu Oramah, outgoing President and Chairman of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), after ten years of transformative leadership. Held at the Lagos Continental Hotel on Thursday, 2 October 2025, the event was themed “Celebrating a Titan” and drew a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, captains of industry and international guests. They came together to honour a man widely regarded as one of Africa’s most influential financial…

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Gunmen murder Abuja Vet Doctor, abduct his three children

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Suspected kidnappers have killed an Abuja-based veterinary doctor and former chairman of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), FCT Chapter, Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, after invading his residence in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory. The assailants reportedly stormed his home along the Kubwa–Kaduna road on Friday night, abducting him and his three children. Dr. Ogbu’s lifeless body was later discovered by the roadside, while his children remain in captivity. News of his death was shared by Andrew Gabriel Ikechukwu on Facebook, who wrote: > “Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, the…

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Union Bank Champions Employee Wellness with Stay Recharged Health Walk

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Union Bank of Nigeria held its first-ever Stallion Plaza, a dynamic event that affirmed the Bank’s steadfast commitment to employee well-being and sustainable workplace development. The walk kicked off at the Stallion Plaza, Union Bank’s Head Office in Marina. It concluded at the Bank’s Sports Complex, The Stable, on Bode Thomas Street, Surulere, tracing an energising 7.5km route through Lagos’ vibrant streets. The overwhelming participation and enthusiasm from employees from diverse departments and locations made it a celebration of physical fitness, mental health, and the power of community spirit. Stay…

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