Full List: Fraud, Money Laundering, Drug Offences: US Names Nigerians Arrested by ICE The United States Department of Homeland Security has identified 24 Nigerians arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over various alleged criminal offences as the Trump administration intensifies its deportation campaign. The department published the names and photographs of the Nigerian nationals, alongside details of the alleged offences and the locations where they were arrested. The allegations range from financial crimes, including wire fraud, mail fraud and money laundering, to drug offences, identity theft, forgery, assault, weapons violations and child cruelty. DHS said the publication was part…
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BREAKING: ‘No Middle Ground’: Nnamdi Kanu Insists on Biafra Referendum, Rejects Political Settlement Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has declared that he will not accept any political settlement that excludes a referendum on Biafra’s independence. Kanu stated this in a message delivered to the American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID) at its 2026 annual convention in Duluth, Georgia, United States, which took place from October 9 to 11. Addressing the organisation under the theme “Maka Odi Nma Ndi Igbo,” translated as “For the Good and Benefit of the Igbo People,” the detained separatist leader said…
Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery as Doctors Detect Nodule Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove a lung nodule discovered during recent medical examinations, following medical advice that the procedure is appropriate. The Pope announced the development on Sunday during his Angelus address, reassuring the faithful that the nodule had been detected at a very early stage. According to the pontiff, doctors recommended surgery to remove the growth, and the operation has already been scheduled for the coming days. “During some recent medical examinations, doctors found a localized nodule in my…
Why INEC Removed Our Governorship Candidate from the List — NDC The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has said the omission of its Kano State governorship candidate, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo, and his running mate, Mustapha Rabi’u Kwankwaso, from the list published by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was due to an error. The commission released its list of candidates for various elective positions on Saturday, but the names of the NDC candidates were conspicuously absent from the Kano State section. Reacting to the development, Dr Yusuf Ibrahim Kofarmata, Secretary of the Kwankwasiyya Caucus and the party’s House of Representatives…
Trump Mocks Concerns Over His Popularity, Says Supporters Would Clap at ‘Stupidest Things’ US President Donald Trump has taken a swipe at concerns over his popularity, joking that his supporters would applaud him even if he made what he described as “the stupidest” remarks. Trump made the statement on Saturday while addressing supporters at a campaign rally in Clarksville, Tennessee, in support of Republican Senator Bill Hagerty and gubernatorial candidate Marsha Blackburn. The president used the occasion to defend his standing within the Republican Party, insisting that his popularity would help the party retain its electoral strength ahead of the…
Edo: Army Rescues Victim, Neutralises Three Kidnappers The Nigerian Army has rescued a kidnapping victim, Prince Micheal Akao, and neutralised three suspected kidnappers during a security operation in Sasaro Forest, Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State. The operation, which took place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, involved troops of the 195 Battalion (Rear) working in collaboration with other security agencies following intelligence received about the criminal activities in the area. According to the information released, the troops launched a search operation in the forest, successfully located and rescued the victim, and neutralised three suspected kidnappers. The security personnel also…
2027: INEC Releases Full List of Governorship Candidates, With Their Ages The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reportedly released the final list of governorship candidates expected to contest in the 2027 general elections across participating states. The list, published on Saturday, contains the names of candidates, their respective political parties and ages ahead of the elections scheduled for next year. The candidates represent various political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Labour Party (LP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Social Democratic Party (SDP) and others. Below is the full list…
Navy Uncovers 31 Illegal Refining Pits, Recovers 62,050 Litres of Petroleum Products in Rivers The Nigerian Navy has uncovered two suspected illegal refining sites and recovered approximately 62,050 litres of suspected stolen petroleum products in Ogbogolo community, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State. The operation was carried out on September 8, 2026, by personnel of Nigerian Navy Ship SOROH under Operation DELTA SENTINEL as part of ongoing efforts to combat crude oil theft and illegal refining in the Niger Delta. According to the Navy, the team discovered 31 dugout pits containing about 58,000 litres of suspected stolen crude…
Nigerian Navy Recovers 25,000 Litres of Suspected Crude Oil in Delta The Nigerian Navy has uncovered approximately 25,000 litres of suspected crude oil stored in a dugout reservoir in the Oteghele area of Delta State as part of its ongoing efforts to combat crude oil theft. The discovery was made by NNS DELTA on October 8, 2026, following credible intelligence. According to the Navy, the reservoir and its contents were handled in line with established procedures. The latest operation brings the total quantity of suspected crude oil uncovered by NNS DELTA in Oteghele to approximately 65,000 litres in two consecutive…
Regina Daniels Opens Up About Health Struggles as She Celebrates 25th Birthday in Wheelchair Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has opened up about her prolonged health challenges, revealing that she has been battling severe pain and difficulty walking for several months. The actress shared the revelation in an Instagram video posted on Saturday to mark her 25th birthday, where she appeared in a wheelchair and explained the reason behind her recent absence from social media. According to Daniels, what initially appeared to be a minor health issue gradually worsened, leaving her struggling with mobility and, at times, unable to walk. “I…