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By Deborah Nnamdi Swiss food and beverage giant Nestlé has dismissed CEO Laurent Freixe with immediate effect, following the conclusion of an internal investigation that found he had engaged in an undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate — a clear violation of the company’s code of conduct. In a brief statement released early Tuesday, Nestlé said the board took the matter “extremely seriously” and acted decisively to uphold the company’s ethical standards and internal policies. Freixe, who had led the world’s largest food company since 2021, has not commented publicly on the matter. Nestlé did not disclose the identity…

by Deborah Nnamdi The Anambra State Police Command has arrested four suspects allegedly involved in armed robbery and kidnapping activities around the Amansea and Awka areas. According to a press release issued on Tuesday by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the suspects were apprehended by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, in the early hours of Monday, September 1, 2025. During the operation, two pump-action guns and nine live cartridges were recovered from the suspects in Amansea, Awka. Ikenga revealed that the suspects confessed to kidnapping two victims on August 12, 2025, at about 7 p.m. in Amansea.…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tens of thousands of international students in the UK are being directly contacted by the government with a clear warning: leave the country once your visa expires or risk forced removal, the BBC reported on Tuesday. The Home Office has launched a new campaign in response to what it calls an “alarming” rise in student visa holders attempting to remain in the UK by claiming asylum. For the first time, students are receiving proactive messages via text and email, outlining the consequences of overstaying. The move reflects growing concern in Whitehall about misuse of the asylum system…

By Deborah Nnamdi Ahead of Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s expected reinstatement on September 18, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has expressed its readiness to work with him upon his return to office. The party, however, emphasized that this cooperation would not hinder its role as the main opposition, particularly in holding the governor accountable on governance matters. Speaking during a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, the State APC Chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, affirmed the party’s commitment to supporting the state’s development while maintaining a critical stance where necessary. “The governor who was suspended will return to…

By Deborah Nnamdi Titan Trust Bank Limited has officially ceased operations following the successful completion of its merger with Union Bank of Nigeria — a significant milestone in Nigeria’s banking sector. The consolidation, approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), results in the full integration of Titan Trust Bank’s operations and assets into Union Bank. As a result, Titan Trust Bank no longer exists as a separate legal entity. In a statement, Union Bank’s Head of Brand and Marketing, Mrs. Olufunmilola Aluko, confirmed the transition: “Union Bank has fully absorbed Titan Trust Bank’s operations and assets. The combined institution…

Ghana is in talks to export electricity to Nigeria in exchange for natural gas, according to Energy Minister John Jinapor. Currently, Ghana imports Nigerian gas through the West African Gas Pipeline, using it to generate around 25% of its electricity. With surplus capacity from its hydro and thermal plants, Ghana is proposing to use Nigerian gas to produce power and send a portion back to Nigeria. The proposed barter deal is designed to reduce Ghana’s foreign exchange burden while supporting Nigeria in addressing its chronic power shortages. Though still under negotiation, the arrangement represents a strategic opportunity to enhance regional…

By Deborah Nnamdi Hilda Baci, the renowned chef who earned global recognition in 2023 for completing the longest cooking marathon, is aiming for another ambitious culinary feat — creating the world’s largest pot of jollof rice. In a video posted to Instagram on Monday, Baci revealed the scale of her new project, which has sparked widespread curiosity and anticipation. She shared that the specially designed pot for the attempt holds a massive 22,619 litres, and her goal is to fill it to at least 75 to 80 percent capacity. “To achieve that,” she explained, “I’ll need about 5,278 kilograms of…

By Deborah Nnamdi Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested seven suspected cultists in connection with a series of cult-related attacks in Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of the state. The suspects, believed to be members of the proscribed Ku Klux Klan confraternity, were apprehended with a human skull in their possession. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday in Uyo by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John. According to the statement, the arrests followed a report filed on August 25, 2025, by a student of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has cautioned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against any attempt to reintegrate former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, warning that such a move could lead to the party’s downfall. Speaking during a media chat on Monday, Wike accused the PDP of failing to learn from the strategic missteps that contributed to its poor performance in the 2023 general elections. He recalled warning party leaders ahead of the polls about the dangers of allowing both the presidential candidate and the national chairman to emerge from the North —…

Photo: Donnarumma joins City from PSG Manchester City are set to complete the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma from Paris Saint-Germain in a €35 million ($41 million) deal, with the move expected to be confirmed on deadline day. City’s pursuit of the 26-year-old comes after a shaky start from summer recruit James Trafford, who has been trusted in goal for all three Premier League matches so far but has yet to cement his place. Donnarumma’s arrival is expected to provide both stability and competition in Guardiola’s squad. At PSG, Donnarumma’s future had been uncertain since the summer. Despite being instrumental in…