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The Akwa Ibom Police Command has dismantled a militant syndicate and uncovered an illegal gun-manufacturing factory in the State. The operation, which followed a series of intelligence-led raids, led to the arrest of several suspects and recovery of locally fabricated weapons and tools used in arms production. The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, stated this on Tuesday in Uyo while addressing the press on recent operational breakthroughs at Akwa Ibom Police Headquarters, Ikot Akpan Abia in Uyo. Also read: Police Command honours officer for rejecting N.8m bribe in Akwa Ibom Akwa Ibom Police Command…

A Nigerian Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is under fire for raising false alarm that her passport was seized on the alleged orders of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a video shared on her official Facebook page, the Kogi Central lawmaker claimed that she was briefly stopped from travelling abroad on Tuesday after immigration officials seized her passport at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. However, the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) swiftly denied claims that its officers seized the passport of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the airport Tuesday, November 4. Also read: Sen Natasha uncertain On planned resumption at Senate Nigerian…

The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has given the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) the green light to proceed with its scheduled elective National Convention on November 15 and 16, 2025. In a ruling delivered by Justice A. L. Akintola, the court granted an interim order allowing the convention to go ahead as planned in Ibadan, while also directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to attend, monitor, and observe the exercise The decision followed an ex-parte application filed by Folahan Adelabi against the PDP, its Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, Governor Umaru Fintiri (in his capacity as chairman of…

A Nigerian pastor, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, has released the names of 500 Christians reportedly murdered in a wave of deadly attacks in Nigeria. The shocking disclosure exposes the growing crisis of religious violence in the wake of US President Donald Trump labelling Nigeria as Country of Particular Concern (CPC) and declaring intention to use military action against the country. The names reportedly belong to victims from just two churches who were killed in various terrorist attacks in Nigeria, particularly in Benue State. Rev. Dachomo, who is the Chairman of the Regional Church Council of the Church of Christ in Nations…

Akakan Umoh In households around the world, managing the family finances is seldom simple. Every extra naira matters. A good budgeting app can become the difference between clearing school fees, paying the bills and facing yet another month juggling overspend, and reclaiming control of the household books. Below are 10 apps that genuinely deliver for families aiming to budget with brains, not just hope. The key is: pick the one that works for your family rhythm and stick with it. 1. YNAB (You Need a Budget) Why it works: YNAB embraces the “zero-based budget” philosophy—every dollar (or naira) gets a job. That…

Israel Umoh Marriage is regarded as an honourable article. In Nigeria, it faces unique pressures — from economic hardship to cultural expectations and modern lifestyle challenges. Recent reports show that Nigeria’s divorce rate rose to 2.9% in 2023, translating to about 1.8 divorces per 1,000 people (NewDailyPrime, 2023). This increase highlights the urgent need for couples to build stronger emotional and financial foundations. Encouragingly, studies reveal that premarital and marital counseling can reduce divorce rates by up to 50% (The Guardian Nigeria, 2023). Also read: There’s Politics in marriage- Akpanudo confesses Trouble Brewing in Nwoko and Daniels’ Marriage 25 years in Marriage, No Mean feat- Says…

Nigerian ex-Minister of Aviation has publicly backtracked on his previous statements on killings of Christians following recent remarks by US President Donald Trump, who hinted of a potential military action against Nigeria. Femi Fani-Kayode, who initially warned that Christians were under siege in Nigeria, launched a scathing attack on Trump over his recent comments for threatening military action against Nigeria. In a post on X on Sunday, Fani-Kayode described Trump as a “deranged and sociopathic megalomaniac,” accusing him of hypocrisy and double standards in his approach to global conflicts. Also read: Femi Fani-Kayode’s Lawyer, Precious Bicker over ‘Provocative’ Comment 2023…

By: Israel Umoh Nigeria is facing an unprecedented cost of living crisis. From soaring food prices and transportation fares to rising utility bills and school fees, families across the country are struggling to make ends meet. But with careful planning, smart spending, and creative income strategies, it is possible not just to survive, but to thrive amid the economic challenges. For readers searching “how to save money in Nigeria” or “ways to cope with inflation 2025”, this guide offers practical tips Nigerian families can adopt today. Also read: How Southern Governors Rebuff Financial Autonomy For Nigerian Judicial Arm COVID-19: Businesses Get ILO-UNICEF Guidelines For Working Families  CBN bars OPay, Palmpay, others from…

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan won a landslide victory as elections turned violent, raising tensions and drawing global attention to the country’s political unrest. Hassan was declared the landslide winner of an election that set off deadly protests across the country this week over the exclusion of her main challengers. The East African nation’s electoral commission said Hassan, who took power in 2021 after the death in office of her predecessor, received more than 31.9 million votes, or 97.66% of the total, handing her a five-year term. Hassan, 65, who first assumed office in 2021 following the sudden death of…

Abuja Federal High Court has booted a lawmaker for defecting from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), sending shockwaves through Nigeria’s political scene. The loser is Abubakar Gummi representing the Gummi/Bukkuyum Federal Constituency of Zamfara in the House of Representatives. The ruling comes amid rising tensions over party’s defections and marks a major victory for anti-defection efforts in the country. Guardian reports that in a judgment delivered on Thursday, October 30, Justice Egwuatu, restrained the Speaker, House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, from further recognising Gummi as a member representing Gummi/ Bukkuyum Federal Constituency. Also read:…