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By Deborah Nnamdi Panic has gripped Ekoli, in the Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, following the killing of one person and the injury of several others by suspected armed men. Eyewitnesses allege that a local vigilante group known as the Catcham Boys was responsible for the attack that claimed the life of Udu Nnachi Uzor at his residence in Ndenworo village. According to Uzor’s wife, Onyinye, about 20 assailants—allegedly accompanied by individuals in military and police uniforms—stormed their home around midday and demanded to see her husband. “They went straight into the room and shot him dead. One…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, dismissing an appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asuerinme Ighodalo. In a unanimous ruling delivered by Justice Mohammed Garba on behalf of a five-member panel, the apex court held that the appeal lacked merit. It affirmed the decisions of both the Court of Appeal and the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which had earlier declared Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the valid winner of the September 21, 2024 governorship election. The court ruled that Ighodalo failed…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has initiated a sweeping enforcement campaign aimed at clearing Abuja and its satellite towns of street beggars, scavengers, illegal traders, and other public nuisances. The operation, dubbed Operation Sweep Abuja, was announced on Wednesday through a statement by Mr. Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. According to Olayinka, the exercise follows a directive from the minister and targets individuals and groups contributing to insecurity and disorder in the capital, including the notorious “one chance” syndicates—criminals who disguise themselves as public transport…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured convictions for 146 out of 194 foreign nationals apprehended in connection with cyberattacks linked to financial crimes in Nigeria.E FCC Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, made this known on Wednesday during the opening ceremony of the International Cybersecurity Conference, held at the Abuja Continental Hotel and organized by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). “Last year, we arrested about 194 foreigners who were involved in various forms of financial crimes and activities that are inimical to the economic growth and development of our country. “Today, I can tell you that…

By Deborah Nnamdi Just days after stepping down as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has been appointed and formally inaugurated as Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). The inauguration ceremony took place in Abuja and was conducted by the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, with Minister Festus Keyamo presiding over the event. The occasion also saw the induction of seven other distinguished members representing key ministries and aviation-related institutions. In his remarks, Minister Keyamo described the inauguration as a vital move toward revitalizing Nigeria’s aviation…

Photo: President Donald Trump By Oghenekevwe Kofi In a major policy reversal that has sent shockwaves across Nigeria, the United States government has announced a drastic change to its visa policy for Nigerian citizens. Effective July 8, 2025, most nonimmigrant and nonofficial U.S. visas issued to Nigerians will now be single-entry and valid for just three months. This change, confirmed by the U.S. Department of State, is being implemented under the principle of reciprocity—a long-standing policy whereby the U.S. mirrors the visa rules other countries impose on American citizens. Nigerians who spoke on the matter likened it to “the U.S.…

Photo: Naira Debit Cards …Banks and their limits on Naira debit cards By Oghenekevwe Kofi In a surprising and much-welcomed move, Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has officially restored international spending access on its Naira debit cards, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing recovery from years of stringent foreign exchange restrictions. The announcement has not only excited GTBank customers but also signaled a broader wave of renewed global payment access, with United Bank for Africa (UBA), Wema Bank, and Providus Bank joining the charge. For GTBank customers, the update means that Platinum Customers can now use their Naira Mastercard to…

By Deborah Nnamdi A domestic dispute in Bauchi State ended in tragedy after a 25-year-old man, Adamu Abdullahi, allegedly killed his father, Abdullahi Musa, during a heated confrontation in Rumbuna village, Giade Local Government Area. The incident occurred around 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, and was made public on Tuesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama via a post on his verified X handle. According to Makama, the altercation escalated when Adamu struck his 60-year-old father on the head with a hoe. The impact caused the victim to collapse immediately, sustaining severe head injuries. “Police officers from the Giade Division…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State Police Command has apprehended a 300-level student of the University of Port Harcourt, identified as Cynthia Chukwundah, for allegedly setting her partner, Sunny Amadi, on fire during a domestic dispute in Choba, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. The incident occurred on Sunday following a heated argument between the two, reportedly linked to Cynthia’s pregnancy. The victim, 32-year-old Sunny Amadi, later succumbed to severe burn injuries sustained during the altercation. In a statement released on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed the arrest and said the suspect, who also…

By Deborah Nnamdi A two-year-old boy, Godwin Kumfa, is feared to have drowned in the Meme River in the Phase 11 area of Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State. The incident reportedly occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Monday. Godwin’s father, Mr. Mamtip Kumfa, a security guard at a private school, said he received a distress call from a neighbor informing him that his son was missing. Upon returning home, he found his wife desperately searching by the riverside. According to Mr. Kumfa, his wife had briefly left Godwin by the riverbank while she went to collect sand nearby. When she…