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Shehu Gabam,National Chairman, SDP, By Deborah Nnamdi The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has announced the immediate suspension of the party’s National Chairman, Shehu Gabam, along with two other NWC members — Nnadi Clarkson, the National Auditor, and Chukwuma Uchechukwu, the National Youth Leader. The trio were suspended over serious allegations, including financial misconduct, embezzlement, misappropriation, and the diversion of party funds. This development was disclosed in a statement released by the SDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, and made available to newsmen. It reads, “The decision followed resolutions made by members of the…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the deaths of a police officer and a vigilante member in Ahoada-East Local Government Area. Following reports of the incident, the state Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, visited the area along with senior officers of the command. According to the police, the attack was carried out by suspected cultists operating in the area. Two suspects have already been identified. In a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Superintendent Grace Iringe-Koko, condemned the attack, calling it “brutal.” She explained that the incident occurred around 8…

The Vice President of Brazil, Geraldo Alckmin and his wife, Maria Alckmin, on Tuesday arrived Nigeria for the commencement of the Second Session of the Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue Mechanism (SDM). On arrival at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, the delegation was received by Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Sen. Ibrahim Hadejia and Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole. Other government officials that received the delegation are the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari; among others. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that…

Photo: Freedom Way Star-studded Nollywood action drama “Freedom Way,” is set to hit cinemas across the country on July 18, its producers have said. Blessing Uzzi, writer and producer of the highly anticipated film, made the disclosure in a post on her Instagram page. The Freedom Way is directed by Afolabi Olalekan, with a rich ensemble cast which include Debo Adedayo (‘Mr Macaroni’), Femi Jacobs, whose performances earned the film Best Film and Best Writing at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). Other cast include Mike Afolarin, Bimbo Akintola, and Teniola Aladese, among others, contributing to the compelling narrative…

Photo: Destructions continue despite Israel-Iran Ceasefire Tensions remain high in the Middle East as the ceasefire announced between Israel and Iran faces immediate uncertainty. Despite a public declaration by U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, missile attacks continued, and Iran’s government denied agreeing to any truce. Trump had announced a “complete and total ceasefire” via Truth Social, stating that Iran would halt strikes first, followed by Israel 12 hours later. He credited diplomatic efforts for the breakthrough and urged both nations to maintain peace. The statement was widely circulated across global news platforms, raising hopes of an end to the…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has claimed that after more than four years of trial and several amended charges, the Federal Government has yet to provide any credible or legally admissible evidence linking its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, to terrorism, incitement, or acts of violence. In a press statement released on Monday, Onyekachi Ifedi, speaking on behalf of IPOB’s Directorate of Legal Affairs, Research, and Global Communications, said it had become necessary to counter ongoing misinformation, politically driven headlines, and deliberate distortions surrounding Kanu’s legal ordeal. Ifedi urged the public, civil society organizations, and media outlets…

Photo: Delta Pastor Marries Secretary – Photo grab from wedding video Dr. Alfred Jesudovie, a well-known pastor and founder of Jubilee Christian Mission (JCM) in Delta State, has stirred controversy after reportedly ending his marriage of over two decades and marrying his former secretary, Gift — a divorcee and mother of two. A video of the elaborate traditional wedding ceremony recently went viral on social media, including Facebook, showing the newlyweds dancing to traditional music at an undisclosed location in Delta State. The footage surprised many, particularly members of Jesudovie’s congregation, and has generated heated discussion both within religious circles…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 31-year-old man, Joshua Osaigbovo, in connection with the death of 21-year-old Osato Edogiaweria. Her decomposing body was discovered in a shallow grave. The development was revealed in a statement posted on X.com by the Police Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu. According to Yamu, Osato’s mother, Mrs. Ojo, had filed a missing person report on April 25, 2025. The statement read, “Following a case of a missing person reported on April 25, 2025, at Aduwawa Division, by Mrs Ojo, that her daughter, Osato Festus Edogiaweria, 21 years left home on…

By Deborah Nnamdi Dr. Paul Enenche, Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has explained his reasons for declining a N30 million donation from Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris during a recent crusade in the state. During a Sunday sermon at the church’s headquarters in Abuja, Pastor Enenche clarified that the refusal was based on his long-standing commitment to maintaining the independence of his ministry from government funding or political ties. He emphasized that the decision was not a personal rejection of Governor Idris, but rather a reflection of principles he has firmly upheld for more than 20 years. “For…

US airstrikes on Iran used the B-2 Stealth Bomber By Didimoko A. Didimoko with agency reports The United States ‘of America’s airstrikes on Iran’s major nuclear facilities are escalating already fragile relations in the Middle East and triggering a sharp rise in global oil prices. The targeted bombing—confirmed by the Pentagon—struck fortified enrichment sites at Natanz, Fordow, and Esfahan, in what US officials called a “preventive operation” to stop Tehran from achieving nuclear weapons capability. Iran has denounced the strikes as an act of war, vowing “everlasting consequences” and immediately launching retaliatory missile attacks against Israeli military targets in the…