Amarachi Chinyere, a resident of Ohafia Local Government Area of Abia State, has alleged that a dispute which led to an assault involving 37-year-old Agwu Ukpo stemmed from her repeated rejection of his sexual advances. Speaking in a video shared by human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu, Amarachi claimed the suspect had repeatedly sought a sexual…
A woman featured in a viral assault video from Abia State has alleged that she was attacked after rejecting a man’s offer of N50,000 in exchange for a sexual relationship. The woman, identified as Amarachi Chinyere, made the claim in a video shared by human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu. According to her, the suspect, Agwu…
When Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak announced the suspension of all active firearm licences and directed holders to undergo fresh mental health screening before renewal, many Ghanaians applauded the move as a bold step towards public safety. According to the Minister, Ghana has recorded at least three firearm-related suicide cases involving affluent individuals within a short…
Social media users have reacted to comments made by former Anambra State governor Peter Obi following the remand of activist Omoyele Sowore in Kuje prison by a Federal High Court in Abuja. In a statement posted on his official X account on June 23, 2026, Obi stressed the importance of protecting democratic values and civil…
Lawmaker and actor-turned-politician Desmond Elliot has revealed that his journey into politics began after a meeting with former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole in 2007. Speaking on the Morayo Afolabi-Brown Podcast, Elliot said he met Oshiomhole in Benin City and expressed his interest in pursuing a political career. According to him, Oshiomhole informed him that…
Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, has confirmed the arrest of 34 foreign nationals found occupying a building on Lagos Island without valid immigration documentation or a clear explanation of their activities in Nigeria. Speaking during a media briefing, Fatai said the operation followed intelligence reports about a large number of foreign nationals residing…
Real Madrid have reportedly identified Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández as their top transfer target after ending their pursuit of Michael Olise, according to a report by Madrid Universal citing AS. The Spanish club is said to have shifted its focus toward strengthening midfield options as manager José Mourinho plans further changes to his squad. Real…
Former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Bukar Goni, has revealed that the Federal Government was prepared to implement a N150,000 minimum wage but faced opposition from state governments, local councils, and private sector representatives over affordability concerns. Speaking at the Nigeria Public Service Lecture Series and Awards in Abuja, Goni said the…
Social media activist VeryDarkMan has been linked to an alleged leak of court evidence in the ongoing trial of six men accused of plotting to overthrow the administration of President Bola Tinubu. During proceedings at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday, the prosecution urged the court to admit statements made by the defendants,…
The ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment screening exercise in Oyo State has recorded a poor turnout, raising concerns among officials of the Federal Character Commission (FCC) over equitable state representation in federal recruitment. According to FCC officials, only 472 of the 941 candidates shortlisted from Oyo State attended the screening exercise. The commission described the turnout…
