US Issues Visa Restrictions on Nigerians Linked to Religious Persecution

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The United States government has announced new visa restrictions targeting Nigerians involved in the violation of religious freedom, with the measures potentially extending to their immediate family members. In a statement released Wednesday and titled “Combating Egregious Anti-Christian Violence in Nigeria and Globally,” the U.S. Department of State said the policy is a direct response to persistent attacks and mass killings of Christians in Nigeria by radical Islamic terrorists, Fulani militias, and other violent groups. According to the statement, the restrictions fall under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the U.S. Immigration and…

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Kidnapped Kwara Monarch Still in Captivity, Family Debunks Rescue Claims

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The royal family of Bayagan-Ile community in Ifelodun Local Council of Kwara State has dismissed reports that their monarch, Oba Kamilu Salami, has been freed from captivity, insisting he remains in the custody of his abductors. Spokesperson for the family, Rafiu Lawal, said late Tuesday that contrary to widespread rumours, the traditional ruler has not been rescued by local hunters. “I wish to formally address and debunk the false information circulating across various media houses and social media platforms, claiming that our monarch, Kamilu Salami, has been rescued,” Lawal said.…

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Serial child molester re-arrested in Lagos…as Inclusive Social Welfare foundation seeks justice for victim

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The Inclusive Social Welfare and Empowerment Foundation has raised alarm over the repeated sexual abuse of young boys in the Mile 12–Ketu area of Lagos, following the arrest of a 35-year-old man, Ali Umar, who was caught molesting a 12-year-old boy. The foundation said it became aware of the situation during an outreach in the community, where residents revealed that Umar, who lives at 12 Adebimpe Street, Kosofe, had been previously caught abusing young boys. According to the community, he allegedly groomed victims by promising to buy them mobile phones,…

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Gunmen Abduct 5 Rivers State University Students, Kidnap 14 Passengers in Imo

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No fewer than 19 people were abducted on Monday in separate attacks across Rivers and Imo states, as insecurity worsened despite renewed federal efforts to curb violent crime nationwide. In Rivers State, five students of the Rivers State University (RSU) Emohua Satellite Campus were kidnapped in the early hours of Tuesday when gunmen suspected to be cultists stormed their off-campus residence in Emuoha, Emohua Local Government Area. The assailants reportedly shot and killed a security dog before whisking the students away at gunpoint. One student, who narrowly escaped, said he…

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Edo Assembly Summons 2Baba’s Wife, Natasha Over Alleged Misconduct

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The Edo State House of Assembly has summoned Hon. Natasha Irobosa, the member representing Egor Constituency and wife of music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, over allegations of misconduct. The invitation, issued on Tuesday, requires Irobosa to appear before the Assembly’s Ethics and Privileges Committee within one week. She is expected to explain her actions, which, according to the House, have brought undue attention and controversy to the Assembly. During plenary, Speaker Blessing Agbebaku expressed concern over the lawmaker’s conduct. “Hon. Natasha Irobosa has been summoned to appear…

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President Tinubu Nominates General Christopher Musa as New Minister of Defence

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, following the resignation of Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar earlier this week. In a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu forwarded General Musa’s nomination, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the Ministry of Defence and strengthen the nation’s security architecture. General Musa, 58, is a seasoned military officer with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. He served as Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff from 2023 until October 2025 and…

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Fidelity Bank Honoured with Customs Service Award for Pioneering Role in UCMS Implementation

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Fidelity Bank’s leadership in digital innovation and public sector collaboration has once again been spotlighted as the tier-one lender was honoured at the Comptroller General of Customs Award Night 2025. At the ceremony, which took place at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Grand Ballroom, Abuja, on Friday, 21 November 2025, Fidelity Bank was presented with a prestigious award by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for being the first bank to successfully process Customs Duty and the Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR) on the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS). The award, presented under…

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Nkechi Blessing Arrests Woman Who Secretly Took Her Gym Photo

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Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has disclosed that she arrested a lady who secretly photographed her at a gym with the intention of body-shaming her. Blessing, speaking emotionally on the Honest Bunch podcast, recounted how an unflattering photo of her working out was taken without her consent and circulated online, sparking a wave of mixed reactions. The actress criticised people who undergo cosmetic surgery yet mock women with natural bodies, questioning why anyone would shame others for their appearance. She said she took decisive steps to identify the culprit, despite the…

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Gunmen Abduct Bride, 10 Bridesmaids, Baby and 2 Others in Overnight Attack on Sokoto Community

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Armed bandits have kidnapped a bride, ten of her bridesmaids, a baby and several other women in a late-night raid on Chacho village in the Rabah area of Sokoto State, residents and security sources confirmed on Sunday. The attackers stormed the community between Saturday night and the early hours of Sunday, carting away at least 14 victims. The incident is the latest in a wave of mass abductions sweeping across northern Nigeria. A resident, Aliyu Abdullahi, told AFP that the assailants invaded the Zango neighbourhood where the newlywed bride was…

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Burna Boy’s Sister Debunks Rumour of Mother’s Removal as Manager

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A viral social media report claiming that Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy has dropped his mother, Bose Ogulu, as his manager has been dismissed as false. The rumour circulated widely on Friday amid backlash trailing the singer’s troubled No Sign of Weakness tour in the United States. The speculation was fueled by an alleged Instagram Story credited to Burna Boy, suggesting his mother had been relieved of her managerial role. However, the singer’s sister, Nissi Ogulu, swiftly shut down the claim, describing it simply as “FAKE NEWS.” The report had ignited…

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