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Colombian Hit-Woman ‘The Doll’ Arrested for Multiple Murders, Including Her Ex-Boyfriend

Karen Julieth Ojeda Rodriguez, a 23-year-old woman known as “La Muñeca” or “The Doll,” has been arrested by Colombian authorities. She is believed to be responsible for several murders, including the recent killing of her ex-boyfriend, Deyvy Jesus. According to police in the Magdalena Medio region, Rodriguez planned and carried out the murder of Deyvy […]

Governor Fubara Labels Wike’s Aide a “Data Boy” and “Dog Seller”

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State recently responded to a media aide of Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, after the aide made critical remarks about Fubara’s recent projects in Etche-Omuma. Fubara labeled the aide “a data boy” and “dog seller,” questioning his qualifications and accusing him of lacking a true understanding of governance despite […]

Ghana Presidential Election 2024: A New Leader Set to Take Charge as Voting Takes Place

Today marks an important day for Ghana as millions of voters head to the polls to choose their next president. The West African nation is facing economic difficulties, including high inflation and a growing debt crisis, which are top concerns for many Ghanaians. Current President Nana Akufo-Addo will step down after serving his maximum two […]

Naira Records Significant Gains Against Dollar in Official and Black Markets

The Nigerian Naira had a remarkable week, gaining strength against the US dollar in both official and black markets by Friday. This improvement reflects the impact of new measures introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to stabilize the foreign exchange market. On Friday, the Naira appreciated from N1,567 per dollar on Thursday to […]

NHRC Calls for Justice for Civilians Allegedly Killed by Nigerian Army in Borno

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for urgent action and justice for civilians reportedly killed by Nigerian Army personnel in the Abisari community, Borno State. Kemi Okonyedo, a member of the NHRC Governing Council, highlighted this issue while presenting a report from an investigative panel that examined human rights violations during counter-insurgency operations […]

Rep Etanabene to Defecting LP Lawmakers: Vacate Your National Assembly Seats

Hon. Benedict Etanabene, representing Okpe/Sapele/Uvwie Federal Constituency in Delta State, has urged four lawmakers who recently left the Labour Party (LP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) to step down from their National Assembly seats. Etanabene emphasized that the law is clear: lawmakers cannot abandon the party that elected them unless there is a court-recognized […]

Labour Party Plans Legal Action Against Reps Who Joined APC

The Labour Party is taking legal action against four of its members who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). These members are Chinedu Okere, Mathew Donatus, Akiba Bassey, and Esosa Iyawe. The defection was announced by Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, on Thursday. Abbas mentioned that the defections were due […]

Police Take Down Cult Leader Responsible for Killing Rivers Couple and Four Officers

The Rivers State Police have successfully neutralized a dangerous cult leader and notorious kidnapper, Nkem ThankGod, also known as “2man.” The 42-year-old criminal was responsible for a series of brutal murders, including the deaths of four police officers, a couple, and a youth leader. Nkem ThankGod, who hailed from Ogbologbolo in Ahoada West Local Government […]

NAFDAC Enforces Ban on Alcoholic Drinks Under 200ml in Port Harcourt

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a crackdown on alcoholic beverages sold in sachets and PET bottles that are smaller than 200ml. The enforcement started in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, at Rumuokoro Market, targeting distributors of these banned products. During the operation, NAFDAC officials discovered large quantities of […]

Obi Offers Condolences to the Family of Late Sheikh Muyideen Bello

On behalf of my family and the Obidient movement, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of Sheikh Muyideen Bello, a well-respected Muslim scholar and preacher, who sadly passed away today. From everything I have read about him, Sheikh Muyideen Bello led an inspiring life. He was a well-known Islamic scholar, […]