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By Deborah Nnamdi Senator Ned Nwoko has attributed the ongoing tension in his marriage to Nollywood actress Regina Daniels to what he described as her “battle with drugs and alcohol abuse.” His reaction followed a viral video that surfaced online showing Regina Daniels visibly distressed and alleging violence in her marriage. In the video, the actress is heard saying, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my own house, I am a queen. Not again, I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much.” The footage, which quickly spread across social media platforms, sparked public concern and prompted an…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Delta State Police Command has intercepted 400 live cartridges and arrested a suspected drug baron in separate operations across the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday in Asaba, noting that the Command, under Commissioner of Police Olufemi Abaniwonda, has intensified proactive operations against criminal elements. According to Edafe, operatives of the ‘C’ Division, Asaba, led by CSP Ogbe Emmanuel, intercepted the ammunition during a routine stop-and-search operation at the Head Bridge, Asaba. He said the officers flagged down a Toyota Hiace Hummer bus with registration number NGK…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested several wanted suspects involved in armed robbery, drug trafficking, and car theft during a series of coordinated, intelligence-led operations across Kubwa, Life Camp, and Mabushi Divisions between October 9 and 18, 2025. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, noting that the operations were part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and curb criminal activities within the territory. “Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Command arrested multiple criminal suspects linked to armed robbery, drug trafficking, and vehicle theft across…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed reports claiming it approached a court to halt the planned #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest, describing the allegation as false and misleading. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, made the clarification in a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, urging media organizations to uphold objectivity and responsibility in their reportage. Hundeyin stressed that at no point did the police seek a court injunction to stop any protest, emphasizing that peaceful assembly remains an inalienable right of Nigerians as guaranteed by the Constitution. “Our media houses need to be objective in…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tragedy struck in Enugu over the weekend when a 22-year-old woman, identified as Miss Odama Mary Agado, reportedly took her own life after discovering her boyfriend with another woman. Mary, a hairstylist from Woleche-Ipuole in Yahe Ward, Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, was said to have ingested a poisonous substance suspected to be sniper following the incident. Sources said the deceased had been doing well in her business and had recently bought a car and rented an apartment for her boyfriend. According to a family member, Daniel, the tragedy occurred after Mary visited her…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted reports by an online publication alleging that the cancellation of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was connected to an attempted military coup. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) described the report as “false, malicious, and aimed at causing unnecessary tension and distrust among Nigerians.” According to the DHQ, the decision to cancel the parade was made to enable President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attend a strategic bilateral meeting outside the country, while also allowing members of the Armed…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nottingham Forest have dismissed manager Ange Postecoglou after just eight matches in charge, following a 3–0 home defeat to Chelsea on Saturday. In a statement posted on X, the club said: “Nottingham Forest Football Club can confirm that after a series of disappointing results and performances, Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties as head coach with immediate effect. The club will make no further comment at this time.” Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis reportedly left his seat before the final whistle at the City Ground, and the decision to sack Postecoglou was confirmed shortly after full-time.…

By Deborah Nnamdi A former Senior Special Assistant to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan on Domestic Matters and Social Events, Dr. Waripamo-Owei Dudafa, has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Dudafa, who also served as a member of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, announced his defection in a statement issued on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital. In his resignation letter addressed to the PDP Chairman of Southern Opokuma/Ayibabiri Ward 8 in Kolokuma/Opokuma Local Government Area, Dudafa said his decision followed a period of deep reflection and wide…

By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Oyo State Police Command have arrested a man, identified as Lawal Faruq, for allegedly setting his former lover, Omolola Hassan, ablaze during a violent attack inside a military barracks in Ibadan. The shocking incident, which occurred earlier in the week, reportedly followed the breakdown of the couple’s relationship. According to counterinsurgency expert Zagazola Makama, who shared details of the case on X (formerly Twitter), the suspect confessed that he and the victim had taken an oath never to separate. “The victim, Omolola Hassan, was reportedly doused in petrol and set on fire by the…

By Deborah Nnamdi Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 2 Division and Sector 3 Operation FANSAN YAMA have rescued 21 kidnapped victims during coordinated operations in Kwara and Kogi States. Lt.-Col. Polycarp Okoye, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 2 Division Nigerian Army, disclosed this in a statement issued in Ibadan on Saturday. Okoye said the rescue followed sustained military operations targeting bandits and other criminal elements terrorising parts of Kwara and neighbouring states. According to him, troops of the 12 Brigade, Lokoja, and 22 Armoured Brigade, Ilorin, conducted the joint operation on Friday, forcing the kidnappers to abandon their captives.…