A pastor identified as Simon Okehielem, popularly known as Ebube Wonder, has been remanded in custody by an Edo State High Court over the alleged rape of a married woman and the paternity of a child resulting from the incident. Okehielem, founder of the Ebube Wonders Synagogue Prayers Ministry, was arraigned following an investigation by the Edo State Police Command into the March 2024 assault of Mrs. Isoken Aigbedo Owie in the Ugolor community. According to the prosecuting counsel, Barrister Clinton Ogbebor, the victim filed a petition with the Commissioner…

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A Niger State High Court sitting in Minna has sentenced a teenage housemaid, Joy Afekafe, to death for her role in the brutal murder of Dr. (Mrs.) Funmilayo Sherifat Adefolalu, a senior lecturer at the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna. Delivering judgment on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, Justice Mohammed Adishetu Mohammed of High Court No. 4 found the defendant guilty of two counts: armed robbery and culpable homicide, contrary to Sections 298 and 221 of the Penal Code. According to court proceedings, the incident occurred on October 28, 2023,…

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A tragic incident occurred in the Choba area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, over the weekend, as a 300-level student of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), identified as Cynthia Chukwundah, allegedly set her boyfriend, 32-year-old Sunny Amadi, on fire, leading to his death. Cynthia, who is reportedly pregnant with the deceased’s child, allegedly committed the act following a heated disagreement. Although the exact cause of the altercation remains unclear, residents say it may have stemmed from a minor argument between the couple. The incident happened at about 11:12 p.m.…

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The United States government has announced a significant revision to its visa policy for Nigerian citizens, reducing most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic visas to single-entry permits valid for just three months. This new directive, which took immediate effect on July 8, 2025, was made public through a statement issued by the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria on Tuesday. According to the Embassy, the updated policy is part of the U.S. Department of State’s global review of visa reciprocity schedules and applies to several countries, including Nigeria. “Effective immediately, most non-immigrant and non-diplomatic…

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In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a family of four — a father, mother, and their two daughters — over their alleged involvement in drug smuggling. The arrest, which was confirmed by NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi on Monday, took place following a coordinated intelligence operation that uncovered the family’s suspected role in a drug syndicate operating between Lagos and other parts of the country. According to the NDLEA, the suspects were apprehended at their residence in a Lagos…

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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at the age of 90, marking the end of a significant chapter in the history of the ancient Yoruba city. The revered monarch reportedly died in the early hours of Monday after a brief illness, according to palace sources. His passing has thrown the Ibadan traditional council and the wider Oyo State community into mourning. Oba Olakulehin, who ascended the throne in 2024 as the 43rd Olubadan, was a respected figure known for his wisdom, humility, and deep commitment to…

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A recent nationwide opinion poll has revealed that a staggering 83 percent of Nigerians are losing faith in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and key public institutions, citing widespread economic hardship, insecurity, and lack of transparency as major concerns. The poll, conducted by Lagos-based research firm CivicTrak Insights, sampled responses from over 3,000 Nigerians across the six geopolitical zones. The findings suggest a sharp decline in public confidence since President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023. According to the report, most respondents expressed deep dissatisfaction with the federal…

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