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Agency Report Young African entrepreneurs empowered by the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) generated more than $4.2 billion revenue since the programme began disbursing grants in 2015. The Chief Executive Officer of the foundation, Somachi Chris-Asoluka, stated this during a virtual press briefing, noting that TEF has so far disbursed more than $100 million to about 24,000 young African entrepreneurs. She said the beneficiaries have collectively created approximately 1.5 million direct and indirect jobs across the continent, a milestone that has encouraged the foundation and its partners to expand funding support. According to her, the foundation is driven by the belief…

Akakan Umoh The Delta State Police Command said it has arrested 11 additional suspects in connection with the sexual assault of women by some youths in the Ozoro area of the state. The arrest brings the number of suspects over sexual assault by adherents of Ozoro Festival in Oramudu Quarters, Ozoro community, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State so far in police custody to 15. This came after a video went viral on social media last Thursday alleging incidences of sexual assaults during the Alue-Do-Festival, regarded as “Festival of Fertility” in Ozoro Kingdom. Videos emerged where women were…

Agency Report Jehovah’s Witnesses have announced a significant modification to their long-standing stance on blood transfusions, allowing members to decide whether to store and later use their own blood for medical procedures. Jehovah’s Witnesses introduced the ban on blood transfusions in 1945 through their organization, the Watchtower Society. The update, described as a “clarification” by the denomination’s governing body, means individuals may now choose to have their blood drawn and preserved in advance for use during surgeries where significant blood loss is expected. However, the organisation has maintained its prohibition on receiving blood transfusions from others, a core and controversial element of…

Press Release  A 70-year-old man alongside three others are in Akwa Ibom Police Command net for attempted murder and alleged involvement in cult-related activities in Oruk Anam Local Government Area of the state. The other suspects were identified as John Samson, 45; Emmanuel Asuquo, 50; and Idorenyin Umoh, 22. They were apprehended on March 20, 2026, at Ikot Asukpong Village in Oruk Anam Local Government Area. The command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated this in a statement issued in Uyo on Friday, noting that the septuagenarian, one Okon Akpan, and other suspects were arrested following credible intelligence as…

Aniefiok Christopher Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has described the late Rev. (Dr.) Uma Ukpai as an embodiment of morality and a global spiritual figure whose influence transcended borders. Speaking at the International Christian Worship Centre, Uyo on Friday, as part of the home-going ceremonies organised by the state government for the departed international televangelist, the Governor noted that Ukpai leveraged his access to world leaders to champion causes that uplifted the poor and vulnerable. Seeing him a priceless gift to the state and humanity, he  paid glowing tributes to the renowned clergyman at a solemn Night of Songs and…

US President Donald Trump has launched a fresh attack on NATO allies, branding them “cowards”  and ”paper tigers” amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Trump’s remarks come as Iran continues to disrupt shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz corridor, which carries roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply. The US President slammed allied nations for failing to support efforts to secure the route, despite complaining about rising global oil prices. This is as more US Marines reportedly headed to the Middle East in a possible sign of a coming ground operation three weeks into the war.…

Edi Umoh As Confederation of African Football (CAF) ‘awarded’ the 2025 AFCON title to Morocco, the ruling has sharply divided opinions of football buffs across the world. At the explosive encounter, Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 to win the coveted trophy in January 2026, though the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football (FSF) has confirmed plans to challenge the ruling at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Earlier this week, CAF annulled Senegal’s 1–0 victory in the final, citing a breach of Articles 82 and 84 following the team’s walk-off in protest of a stoppage-time penalty decision. The match was subsequently recorded…

Israel Umoh The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) says it supports the process of reviewing extant laws in the mining sector to check illegal mining in the country. President of the Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS), Ms. Rose Ndong, who stated this on Friday at a press briefing in Uyo ahead of the 262nd council meeting of the society in Uyo, on the theme: Optimizing Efficiency, Sustainability and Resilience in Natural Resources Management and Infrastructure Development, said the Federal Government has begun the process. Ndong recalled that the existing mining laws were last reviewed in 2007, noting that…

A Nigerian energy company, Sapphire and Carbuncle Energy Limited, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nexarka Group Energy and Infrastructure Holdings in London as part of efforts to strengthen energy development and attract global investment into Nigeria’s energy sector. The agreement follows the company’s recent incorporation in the United Kingdom, marking a strategic expansion aimed at enhancing its access to international capital and technical expertise. The dual milestone reflects the company’s commitment to leveraging global partnerships to address Nigeria’s energy challenges and accelerate sustainable development across the sector. According to the company’s Managing Director/Chief Executive  Officer, Mr. Mkposong…

Agency Report Nigeria and the United Kingdom have signed three major Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering migration partnership, organised immigration crime, border security, and expanded business visas for UK firms operating in Nigeria. The agreements were announced in a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior on its X handle on Thursday, as part of ongoing engagements during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the UK. Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo was quoted as saying that the deals “reflect Nigeria’s push for a transparent, rules-based migration system that is safe, orderly and mutually beneficial,” adding that they would help…