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The tragic death of a Nigerian businessman, Mr. Nnamdi Joseph in police custody in Douala, Cameroon due to medical negligence has sparked outrage among Nigerians in the country. Our online reporter gathered that what began as a minor case of a stolen car headlamp turned into a wrongful detention, medical negligence and alleged extortion, ultimately leading to his untimely death. Reports indicate that while in detention, Mr. Nnamdi’s blood pressure shot up to a critical 193/105, yet instead of receiving proper medical attention, he was administered Tramadol, a painkiller unsuitable for his condition. His health deteriorated rapidly, yet police officers allegedly delayed…

Senator Godswill Akpabio has slammed embattled Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for disgracing Nigeria at the UN Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) meeting with distorted facts about her sexual harassment allegations against Nigeria’s Senate President. Recall that Natasha Akpoti attended the United Nations (UN) Inter-Parliamentary conference (IPU) in New York on Tuesday, March 12, to accuse Nigeria’s Senate of suspending her because of her sexual harassment allegations against Senator Akpabio During the Senate plenary which took place on Thursday, March 13, Akpabio berated the Kogi senator for “embarrassing the upper chamber by presenting a misleading narrative to the international community.” Addressing the actions of Natasha Akpoti, Senator…

In a bold and controversial move, the UK Government has unveiled sweeping changes to its visa regulations for care workers, aiming to reduce its reliance on overseas recruitment and prioritise those already residing within its borders. The new measures – announced in Parliament and set to take effect from April 9, this year – mark a dramatic shift in the nation’s immigration landscape and come as a response to longstanding concerns over exploitation in the care sector. At the heart of the reform is a requirement that care providers must now prove they have made genuine efforts to recruit international…

Troops attached to the convoy of Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State repelled an attempted Boko Haram terrorist attack along the Buni Gari-Buni Yadi road on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. According to reports circulating in the social media, an unconfirmed number of terrorists were also killed during the fight that ensued between the troops and terrorists. Seven abducted travelers were also rescued during the gunfight. The reports, citing intelligence sources reported that the convoy included troops from Operation Hadin Kai, the Police Crack Team and top government officials. They were said to be returning from Biu LGA of Borno when the terrorists…

The United States Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) in collaboration with Colombian authorities have arrested a Nigerian drug kingpin, Joseph Chinedu Okparaejesi, said to be a suspected transnational drug trafficker at El Dorado International Airport, Bogotá, capital of Colombia. Okparaejesi, alias Alen, who had been residing in Colombia for over 12 years was apprehended upon arrival from São Paulo, Brazil on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 after intensive investigations and tip-offs. The suspect, who was said to have posed as a businessman in the beauty industry was allegedly coordinating large-scale cocaine shipments to Spain. Authorities revealed that Okparaejesi financed drug procurements…

Nigeria’s former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has said that most Nigerian leaders are interested in public offices to enrich themselves and their cronies and not for service to the people. Former President Obasanjo who made the disclosure in one of his two new books unveiled to mark his 88th birthday, pointed out that these leaders obtain loans from banks and other sources with the belief that paying back such loans from the public funds after being elected won’t be a problem. In the book, ‘Nigeria: Past and Future’, the former President painted the characters of Chief Executives at both the…

PROTOCOL We would like to begin by expressing our profound gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for graciously granting us this audience. The significance of this invitation is not lost on us, and in recognition of its importance, we have temporarily set aside our period of mourning following the passing of our revered leader, Chief (Dr.) Edwin Clark, on 17th February 2025, to be present today. 2. Mr. President, as you may have observed, our delegation is substantial, comprising some of the most distinguished leaders from our region. Among us are esteemed traditional rulers, treaty kings, former…

President Bola Tinubu, addressing political leaders from the South-South on Tuesday in Abuja, emphasised the critical need for adherence to the rule of law in Rivers State to ensure lasting peace and prosperity. During a meeting with representatives and leaders of the Niger Delta under the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), President Tinubu reiterated that respect for the judiciary is crucial in upholding democracy and fostering harmony. The President advised the leaders to be more broadminded, selfless and focused on the larger vision of salvaging the region, politically and economically, by insisting that the judiciary’s interpretations of the Constitution be respected.…

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle has released his final 23-man squad ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Conspicuously missing from the list are Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa and Kelechi Iheanacho. Nigeria will face group C leaders Rwanda in Kigali on Friday, March 21st, before hosting Zimbabwe’s Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo four days later, on March 25th. 23-Man Super Eagles Squad for Rwanda, Zimbabwe Crackers Goalkeepers:Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa); Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania); Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars) Defenders: William Ekong (Al-Kholood FC, Saudi Arabia); Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce SK, Turkey); Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos…

Details have emerged on how security operatives rescued two staff of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) who were kidnapped last Friday along the rivers and creeks of Ayakoro community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Operatives of Operation Puff Adder in the Niger Delta, led by DSP Chris Nwaogbo have rescued two top staff of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) kidnapped on Friday along the river on the way to Ayakoro community, in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, the hometown of the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku. Those rescued include Akari Loveday, the…