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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Rabiu Auwalu Tijjani, a native of Kano State, wanted in connection with alleged money laundering amounting to $1,931,700.12. This announcement was made in a public notice signed by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity at the EFCC, dated July 11, 2025. According to the commission, Tijjani is wanted for his alleged involvement in conspiracy, obtaining money under pretenses, and money laundering—offenses that contravene several financial laws. “The public is hereby notified that RABIU AUWALU TIJJANI, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in…

By Oghenekevwe Kofi July 18, 2025, is shaping up to be one of the most explosive days in Nollywood history as four highly anticipated releases drop simultaneously across cinemas and streaming platforms. From gritty political drama to supernatural thrillers and Netflix originals, this is not just a movie weekend—it’s a cultural moment. Leading the charge is Kemi Adetiba’s much-hyped “To Kill a Monkey”, an eight-part crime thriller series premiering on Netflix. Known for redefining Nigerian storytelling with King of Boys, Adetiba returns with a gripping tale of ambition, betrayal, and the unrelenting thirst for power. With slick cinematography and a…

By Deborah Nnamdi A Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) student has been taken into custody in Oju Local Government Area of Benue State for allegedly killing his teacher during an altercation over a confiscated school cap. The incident occurred on Thursday at UBE Secondary School, Oju Centre. The student, identified as 16-year-old Friday Ogamude, allegedly confronted his teacher, 35-year-old Mr. Oyibe Oyibe, demanding the return of a cap that had been seized in May 2025. According to eyewitnesses, the disagreement escalated into a physical altercation during which the student reportedly attacked the teacher. Mr. Oyibe collapsed during the incident. He…

By Deborah Nnamdi Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced plans to establish a Commission of Inquiry to review the administration of his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki. Governor Okpebholo announced on Friday during a victory parade held at the Government House in Benin City. The event was attended by party leaders, youth groups, market women, civil servants, professional bodies, and other supporters celebrating the recent Supreme Court ruling that upheld his election victory. Okpebholo and his Deputy, Dennis Idahosa, had just returned from Abuja following the apex court’s decision affirming the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s win in the September 21,…

By Deborah Nnamdi A Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ado-Ekiti has sentenced a 22-year-old man, Sunday Gmaed, to three months in prison for stealing seven chickens worth N57,000. Chief Magistrate Kehinde Awosika handed down the sentence on Friday after Gmaed changed his plea to guilty and appealed for leniency. The court, however, offered him an option of a N30,000 fine. Earlier, police prosecutor Insp. Elijah Adejare told the court that the theft occurred on June 28 at about 9:30 a.m. Gmaed was said to have broken into a poultry farm in Odo village along Ilawe Road, Ado-Ekiti, by cutting through a…

By Deborah Nnamdi In a series of coordinated military operations across Nigeria on Thursday, troops of the Nigerian Army neutralised more than 15 terrorists and recovered a variety of weapons and ammunition. A credible source disclosed to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that troops have continued to achieve significant breakthroughs in the fight against terrorism and criminal activity nationwide. In the North East, troops launched offensives on ISWAP and Boko Haram (JAS) strongholds in Tangalanga and Bula Marwa, located in the Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. The operations involved a joint force comprising the 21 Special Armoured…

The recent visa restrictions imposed on Nigerians by the United States, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates represent more than isolated policy decisions—they are a damning indictment of Nigeria’s diplomatic collapse and a stark symbol of how far we have fallen on the global stage. These actions by countries that were once considered close allies reflect not only a growing distrust of our systems but also a loss of respect for the Nigerian state. It is a national embarrassment of grave proportions. When Nigerians are now routinely denied access to the world for legitimate purposes—vacations, international seminars, business…

Photo: The burnt furniture shop By Deborah Nnamdi A massive fire outbreak in the early hours of Friday ravaged properties and goods valued at millions of naira in the Mile 4, Rumueme area of Obio Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers State. The inferno, which reportedly began around 1:00 a.m. in a furniture shop, quickly spread to adjoining residential buildings, forcing occupants to flee their homes in panic. An eyewitness, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described the scene as chaotic.“We just heard people screaming. Before we could do anything, the flames intensified. Gas cylinders began exploding, making the fire worse,”…

Former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has voiced his deep disappointment over the Suprem seee Court’s decision upholding Senator Monday Okpebholo as the duly elected governor of Edo State. Reacting via a statement posted shortly after the court ruling on Thursday, Obaseki expressed gratitude to the people of Edo State and Nigerians for their steadfast support. He reiterated his belief that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, and his running mate, Osarodion Ogie, were the rightful winners of the September 21, 2024, governorship election. “I am profoundly grateful to the good people of Edo State and Nigerians…

By Deborah Nnamdi A 29-year-old man, Akaninyene Thomas Okpon, has been sentenced to death by hanging by the Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo for murdering his elder brother, Friday Thomas Enyenokpon. The convict had accused his brother of being a witch responsible for his misfortunes. The gruesome incident occurred in 2018 at Ikot Abasi Asutan in the Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area. It involved Akaninyene, a father of three, and his late sibling, 37-year-old Ime Thomas Okpon, who was also charged in the case but died in custody before the trial concluded. According to court findings, the two…