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I was paid N100,000 to bomb worshippers – Suspected Maiduguri suicide bomber
In a disturbing intelligence breakthrough, a suspected Boko Haram operative has provided a rare glimpse into the logistical shift toward “paid” suicide missions in Northeast Nigeria. Ibrahim Mohammed, who was captured by troops of Operation Hadin Kai and local hunters in Yobe State, confessed to his role in the Christmas Eve bombing of the Al-Adum Juma’at Mosque at Gamboru Market in Maiduguri. The attack, which struck during evening prayers on December 24, 2025, killed five people and left 32 others injured. During his interrogation, Mohammed revealed that he was recruited from Michika, Adamawa State, and received payments ranging from N70,000…
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Mali, Burkina Faso Impose Travel Ban On US Citizens In Retaliation Against Trump’s Policy
In a significant escalation of diplomatic tensions, the military-led governments of Mali and Burkina Faso have announced a reciprocal travel ban on United States nationals. The move comes as a direct response to President Donald Trump’s expanded travel ban, which recently placed both West African nations on a no-entry list. The decision by Bamako and Ouagadougou follows a similar move by neighboring Niger earlier this week, signaling a unified front among the three states that comprise the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). All three nations are currently governed by military juntas that have increasingly distanced themselves from Western powers in…
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JUST IN: Malami pleads not guilty to money laundering charges
In a significant judicial proceeding on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, was formally arraigned before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Facing a 16-count money laundering charge brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the former minister entered a plea of not guilty. Joining him in the dock were his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and his fourth wife, Bashir Asabe, both of whom also pleaded not guilty to all counts. The defendants appeared before Justice Emeka Nwite to answer for allegations involving the concealment and disguise of proceeds…
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Yahaya Bello Declares 2027 Senate Bid to Challenge Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
In a significant political move, former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has officially declared his candidacy for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. The announcement sets the stage for a high-stakes battle as he seeks to unseat the incumbent, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, with whom he has shared a long and often contentious political rivalry. Bello made his intentions known during a strategic visit to the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, an event attended by the current Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, along with traditional rulers, religious leaders, and key stakeholders from the district. Addressing…
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Tragedy on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: Anthony Joshua Survives Fatal Crash in Ogun State
In a tragic developing story, world-renowned boxer Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident today, Monday, December 29, 2025, in Makun, Ogun State. The incident occurred along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. According to eyewitnesses at the scene, the vehicle carrying the former heavyweight champion collided with another car under circumstances that are currently being investigated by local authorities. A rescue worker who spoke to PUNCH Online confirmed that while Anthony Joshua fortunately sustained only minor injuries, the crash resulted in two fatalities at the scene. “Joshua sustained minor injuries, but two people died on the spot,” an eyewitness…
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“God Lifted Me When They Thought They Won” — Defence Minister Musa Shares Testimony at Bishop Abioye’s Church
n a moving testimony on Sunday, December 28, 2025, the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd), shared how a series of challenging events and what he described as “divine intervention” culminated in his recent appointment to the federal cabinet. Speaking during a service at the Conquerors Global Assembly in Abuja, the minister reflected on a year defined by significant transitions, including his departure from military service and his subsequent call to national leadership. The minister, who attended the service with his wife, expressed his gratitude to the church’s founder, Bishop David Abioye, whom he described as a close ally.…
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Businessman, Nuel Ojei, dies at 74
The Nigerian business community is mourning the loss of Chief Emmanuel Ojei, the esteemed Founder and Executive Chairman of Nuel Ojei Holdings Ltd, who passed away at the age of 74. The prominent industrialist died on Saturday night in his hometown of Issele-Uku, located in the Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State. Confirming the news on Sunday, his son, Chuks Ojei, described the death of the business magnate as a sudden event that followed a brief illness, leaving his family and associates in a state of deep grief. In a heartfelt tribute issued on behalf of the family,…
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Wike Alleges “Political 419” Scramble Over Rivers’ N600bn Surplus
In a sharp critique of current political dynamics in Rivers State, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has alleged that politicians are positioning themselves to exploit the N600bn recently revealed to be in the state’s coffers. Speaking to members of the Rivers State House of Assembly on Saturday evening, Wike claimed that the public disclosure of these funds—left behind by the former Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), after a six-month emergency rule—has attracted “political 419” operators and opportunists. Wike argued that the announcement of such a significant balance was a strategic blunder that “opened the…
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Tinubu Wipes Out N7.2 Trillion NNPC Legacy Debt Amid Growing $42 Billion Revenue Dispute
In a significant move to resolve long-standing fiscal friction, President Bola Tinubu has approved the cancellation of approximately $1.42bn and N5.57tn in legacy debts owed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to the Federation Account. This directive, revealed in a report presented by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) at the November 2025 meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), effectively wipes out nearly 96% of the company’s dollar-denominated debt and 88% of its naira obligations as of December 31, 2024. The decision followed a detailed reconciliation exercise conducted by the Stakeholder Alignment Committee. By clearing…
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”No matter how successful or comfortable you are, marriage is an achievement” – Nigerian widow says as she remarries
A Canada-based Nigerian healthcare worker, Temmy Omoileri, has described marriage as a major achievement after remarrying five years following her husband’s death. Sharing wedding photos on Christmas Day, Omoileri said becoming married again brought a deep sense of fulfillment, noting that loving and being loved is unmatched. She revealed that she was widowed the previous Christmas but celebrated this year as a married woman, calling her new union a personal milestone. Responding to criticism over her comment that “marriage is an achievement,” she stood by her view, explaining that after years of living alone, nothing compares to companionship, waking up…
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Tinubu Confirms Military Support from U.S. and Turkey as Nigeria Awaits Attack Helicopters
President Bola Tinubu has disclosed that four attack helicopters ordered from the United States will arrive in Nigeria soon as part of efforts to address the country’s worsening insecurity. The President made this known on Friday, December 26, during a meeting with a delegation of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), led by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, at his Lagos residence. He said the Federal Government had already placed the order for the helicopters but noted that delivery timelines were affecting public perception of the administration’s response to security challenges. “Our orders for four attack helicopters from the United…
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Women cheat more but do it discreetly. – Toke Makinwa
Nigerian actress and media personality Toke Makinwa has shared her views on infidelity, arguing that women cheat more than men but do so more discreetly. Speaking on a recent episode of her Toke Moments podcast, Makinwa said cheating comes easier to women, unlike men who often need to invest time, money and effort to be unfaithful. According to her, this understanding has changed her perspective on relationships, noting that cheating is no longer a dealbreaker for her because women are equally capable of infidelity. She said, “Cheating is not a dealbreaker for me but it comes with a caveat. When…
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