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Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of failing to tackle Nigeria’s worsening insecurity, describing it as less effective than previous governments. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, Lawal claimed the Tinubu-led government had shown no real interest in addressing the country’s security challenges, comparing it unfavorably to the administrations of Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari. “Past governments were better, more accommodating,” Lawal said. “They served Nigerians better in the sense of equity, fairness, and the intention to fight corruption. Even in the sense of insecurity, Jonathan fought…

By Deborah Nnamdi A German court on Monday sentenced five men to prison terms ranging from five and a half to ten and a half years for operating a notorious darknet platform used to share child sexual abuse material. The court in Moenchengladbach, western Germany, found the men—aged between 44 and 63—guilty of managing the website Alice in Wonderland, where hundreds of thousands of users exchanged illicit images and videos. According to a court spokesman, the judges also ordered one of the men to remain in preventative detention after serving his sentence, citing a high likelihood of reoffending. The platform…

By Deborah Nnamdi Controversial UK-based pastor, Tobi Adegboyega, has reignited public debate after declaring that money is essential to fulfilling God’s purpose. The founder of SPAC Nation (now The Nxtion Family) made the statement during a recent sermon on purpose and destiny, emphasizing that spirituality alone is not enough to achieve one’s divine mission. According to Adegboyega, financial resources play a critical role in advancing God’s plans and sustaining progress in life. He cited his personal battle with cancer as an example, noting that money was instrumental in ensuring swift and quality medical care. “God isn’t about religion, Christianity, or…

By Deborah Nnamdi Australia has announced a nationwide ban on social media use for children under the age of 16, marking a major step in the country’s efforts to enhance online safety. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the new rule, contained in the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024, will take effect on December 10, 2025. The government explained that the legislation is designed to protect minors from online dangers such as cyberbullying, harmful content, and the addictive nature of social media algorithms. Under the law, children below 16 will be prohibited from creating or maintaining accounts…

Photo: Timipre Sylva …Fmr Petroleum Minister linked to alleged coup plot By Douglas Maha, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Sylva, wanted over an alleged case of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14.8 million. In a public notice issued on Monday, the anti-graft agency said the funds in question were reportedly injected by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) into Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited for the construction of a refinery project in Bayelsa State. According to the EFCC, the declaration followed a warrant…

Photo: Regina Daniels, Ned Nwoko, when the love was sweet By Orezi Amagada, Guest Writer What began as a glamorous union between Nollywood actress Regina Daniels and Nigerian politician and Senator representing Delta North, Chief Ned Nwoko, has descended into one of the country’s most talked-about celebrity crises, exposing deep personal and social fault lines about love, power and control. Once hailed as a “fairy-tale” marriage, their relationship, defined by its wide age gap and immense public attention, has turned into a storm of accusations ranging from abuse and manipulation to drug use and psychological intimidation. From love fairy tale…

Photo: ISWAP operatives African Union has called for an urgent international response, including intelligence-sharing, to address worsening security conditions in Mali, where insurgents are imposing a fuel blockade and kidnapping foreigners. An Al Qaeda-linked jihadist group active in West Africa’s Sahel region has blocked fuel imports since September, attacking convoys of tankers and creating a shortage that forced schools and businesses to shut. The latest show of force by the group, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, has raised concern that it might eventually try to impose its rule over the landlocked country. Western countries including the U.S., France, Britain and Italy are urging…

Photo: Boko Haram terrorists Nigerian troops have rescued 86 civilians abducted by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) militants during operations along the Damaturu–Buratai–Biu Road in northeastern Borno State, the army said on Monday. The rescue was carried out by soldiers from Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), the military’s joint task force in the Northeast, who intercepted the militants around Dutsen Kura on November 9, a senior military officer said. The officer spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to comment publicly. The troops engaged the insurgents near Dutse Kura and pursued them toward Mangari,…

The United States has introduced new immigration guidelines that could make it harder for foreigners with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or cancer to obtain visas or green cards. The directive, issued under President Donald Trump’s administration, expands the definition of a “public charge” — a term used in U.S. immigration law for people deemed likely to rely on government assistance, according to a State Department cable sent to embassies and consulates worldwide. Visa officers have been instructed to flag applicants whose medical conditions could generate “hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of care,” the cable said.…

Photo: Abdulmumin Jibrin By Sadeeq Kamsela, Abuja Abdulmumin Jibrin Kofa, a member of Nigeria’s House of Representatives representing Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency, has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) two months after his expulsion from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). Jibrin, a former ally of NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso, was removed from the party in September for alleged anti-party activities and failure to pay membership dues. His defection had been widely expected due to his close ties with President Bola Tinubu. Announcing the move on Monday via social media, Jibrin said his supporters had resolved to leave both…