Tensioπ As Terrorists Take Over Military Training Camp Bandits have taken over the Nagwamase Military Cantonment in Kontagora, displacing about 23 communities and causing alarm in Niger State. The cantonment, a key Nigerian Army artillery training site, now hosts at least eight bandit camps, presenting severe security threats to nearby villages. During Tuesday’s plenary, Hon. Abdullahi Isah of Kontagora II raised a motion about the ongoing attacks and reported that some residents remain captive. He said the presence of bandits has led to incessant attacks on “communities within the camp”. Isah said the military camp, which extends from Kontagora local…
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BREAKING: Many Causalities As 10-Storey Hotel A hotel collapse in Villa Gesell, Argentina has resulted in one confirmed fatality and numerous individuals believed to be trapped beneath the rubble. The 10-storey Dubrovnik Hotel collapsed early on Tuesday, according to reports. The hotel, which was undergoing renovations, is thought to have had up to 15 occupants at the time of the incident. Rescue teams are currently on-site, working to free those who may be trapped. Local reports indicate that an elderly man in his 80s has perished in the collapse. Municipal authorities had ordered a halt to the construction work in…
Four Arrested For ‘Hacking Banks’ Computers, Fraudulently Transferring, Withdrawing Funds’ The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Chima Anthony Nwigwe, the alleged mastermind behind a bank hacking syndicate. Nwigwe was apprehended alongside three other suspects: Effiong Victor Emmanuel; Mohammed Bello, managing director, Downstone Ultimate Limited Mahmud; and Daminan Ali, for alleged conspiracy, unauthorized access to banks’ computer systems and fraudulent withdrawal of depositors’ funds. Dele Oyewale, EFCC Head of Media & Publicity in a statement on Tuesday said the suspects were arrested in a “sting operation in Abuja following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in hacking, compromising…
BREAKING: Fuel Queues Will Disappear If….. – Says Dangote President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has said his refinery is the solution to the lingering fuel queues across the nation. Speaking with State House Correspondents, on Tuesday, Africa’s richest man asked the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and marketers across the country to stop importation of fuel. Dangote, flanked by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun and the special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed that at full capacity his refinery can supply whatever is being consumed.…
US Election: Ballot Boxes Set On Fire As early voting in the US presidential election continues, ballot drop boxes were set on fire in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, on Monday. Authorities suspect these two separate incidents are related to an earlier one on October 8, when an incendiary device was placed at a different drop box in Vancouver. Law enforcement agencies in both cities observed that the same Volvo was sighted at both scenes, noting that the incendiary device deployed in Portland was “similar in nature” to the one used in Vancouver. Hundreds of ballots were reported destroyed, and…
Homos3xuality Rock RCCG As Two Pastors Fired The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has suspended two pastors following allegations of hom0s3xuality. The church announced the suspension in a memo dated October 28, 2024, and signed by Sunday Akande, its national overseer. The letter, addressed to the special assistant to the general overseer of administration, ordered a thorough investigation into the allegations against the pastors. The memo further stated that the church’s doctrine does not allow or tolerate any act of homosexuality, citing biblical references. Akande disclosed that the accused individuals have been temporarily relieved of their responsibilities within the…
BREAKING: Tinubu Increases Petrol Pump Prices Again The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has again increased the pump price of petrol. This was observed on Tuesday at NNPC filling stations. Also about three weeks ago, NNPC hiked fuel price to about N1,030 per litre in Abuja and N998 in Lagos. It was learned that this new increment will see Nigerians in Abuja and Lagos buy petrol for N1,060 and N1,025 per litre respectively. Previously in other places, fuel sold for over N1,250 at NNPC stations. This increment comes barely one week after President Bola Tinubu boasted that his administration…
Alex Ikwechegh Finally Speaks On Alleged Assault Of Bolt Driver Hon. Alex Ikwechegh, representing Aba North and Aba South in the House of Representatives, has promised a full response to allegations circulating on social media that he assaulted a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseye, who delivered a package to him. Ikwechegh, speaking on Monday night, acknowledged that he has received numerous calls from across Nigeria regarding a viral video where Abuwatseye claims the lawmaker threatened and assaulted him. Ikwechegh stated that he will issue a comprehensive response on Tuesday to address the incident. The controversy arose after a video surfaced showing…
BREAKING: Man City’s Rodri Wins 2024 Men’s Ballon d’Or Award Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri has been awarded the 2024 men’s Ballon d’Or, celebrating an exceptional season where he claimed both a fourth consecutive Premier League title with City and the Euro 2024 trophy with Spain. At 28, Rodri was instrumental in Manchester City’s title defense, playing a vital role as they edged out Arsenal to secure the Premier League crown. His influence extended to the international stage, where he was named player of the tournament at Euro 2024, leading Spain to an unexpected victory in Germany. Rodri’s Ballon…
Reps Finally Speaks On Member Who ‘Assaulted’ Bolt Driver The House of Representatives has broken its silence on the allegation against Alexander Ikwegh, member representing Aba North/South Federal Constituency of Abia State. In a viral video, the federal lawmaker was seen assaulting a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya. He had boasted that he would deal with him and not even the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, could come to the driver’s rescue. The incident has triggered outrage among Nigerians, with many calling for justice for Abuwatseya. In a statement on Monday evening, Rotimi Akin Rotimi, Jr, spokesman of the House of…