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By Peter Omopo The House of Representatives on Tuesday raised the alarm over a reported terrorist threat to bomb the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, calling for immediate and comprehensive fortification of the nation’s legislative seat. Chairman of the House Committee on Internal Security, Hon. Garba Muhammad, made the disclosure during a public hearing on a bill seeking to establish the Legislative Security Directorate, designed to enhance security management and safeguard lawmakers, staff, and visitors to the parliament. According to Muhammad, intelligence reports indicate that both terrorist groups and some protesters have issued threats to either bomb or barricade the…

By Peter Omopo The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has cautioned the public against falling victim to fraudulent WhatsApp messages advertising fake e-auction deals and “quick purchase” opportunities falsely linked to the service. In a statement shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, the NCS exposed a WhatsApp number — +234 814 732 3739 — allegedly impersonating customs officers and deceiving unsuspecting citizens under the guise of offering legitimate auction opportunities. “Please be informed that this number does NOT belong to the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service. The messages and posts circulating from this…

By Peter Omopo LAGOS | October 28, 2025 — Nigeria’s Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, on Tuesday revealed that the United States of America has revoked his entry visa, effectively preventing him from travelling to the country. Soyinka made the disclosure during a press briefing at Kongi’s Harvest Gallery, Freedom Park, Lagos Island, stating that he had received no prior warning or explanation for the decision. “It is necessary for me to hold this conference so that people in the United States who are expecting me for this event or that event do not waste their time,” Soyinka said. “I…

By Peter Omopo Abuja | October 28, 2025 — The Senate will on Wednesday, October 29, commence the screening of the newly appointed service chiefs nominated by President Bola Tinubu, marking another key step in the administration’s bid to overhaul Nigeria’s security architecture. The President’s request was contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary, urging lawmakers to give “expeditious consideration” to the nominees. According to the correspondence, the nominees include: General Olufemi Oluyede – Chief of Defence Staff Major General Waheedi Shaibu – Chief of Army Staff Rear Admiral Idi Abbas – Chief of…

By Peter Omopo Awka | October 28, 2025 — The Anambra State Police Command has ordered a series of coordinated security raids across identified flashpoints ahead of the November 8 governorship election, in a bid to forestall political violence and ensure a peaceful electoral process. The directive was issued by the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, and announced in a statement on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in Awka. According to the statement, the operation targets areas prone to political thuggery, cult-related violence, and illegal possession of firearms, with a focus on preventing emerging threats…

NNPC Ltd. has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his role in the emergence of Nigeria’s candidate, Dr. Philip Mshelbila, Managing Director of Nigeria LNG Ltd., as the new Secretary General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), describing it as a historic moment for Nigeria and a testimony to the Federal Government’s Gas Agenda aimed at utilising natural gas as a major fuel for industrial growth and economic development. Mshelbila, who was elected at the Forum’s 27th Ministerial Meeting held in Doha, Qatar, on Thursday, succeeds Algeria’s Mohamed Hamel as the 5th scribe of the global organisation, which has…

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has launched a ‘Back to School Initiative’ to provide massive educational support for pupils and strengthen the foundation of education within the Onigbongbo LCDA. At the event, Head of Department for Education, Mrs. Bola-Rotimi Olayinka, described the initiative as a solid and timely intervention for students and commended Hon. Moyosore for his forward-thinking approach and dedication to the welfare of children within the LCDA. In his keynote address, Hon. Moyosore warmly welcomed all distinguished guests, including the party LGA Chairperson, Councillors, Chief of…

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has launched a ‘Back to School Initiative’ to provide massive educational support for pupils and strengthen the foundation of education within the Onigbongbo LCDA. At the event, Head of Department for Education, Mrs. Bola-Rotimi Olayinka, described the initiative as a solid and timely intervention for students and commended Hon. Moyosore for his forward-thinking approach and dedication to the welfare of children within the LCDA. In his keynote address, Hon. Moyosore warmly welcomed all distinguished guests, including the party LGA Chairperson, Councillors, Chief of Staff, ward leaders,…

1. Commitment Over Feelings Marriage is a covenant, not a contract. Social media often glamorizes fleeting emotions and “perfect relationships.” True commitment means choosing love daily — even when feelings fluctuate. Avoid comparing your relationship to filtered highlight reels. Invest in your own reality. 2. Open & Honest Communication Clear, loving communication prevents misunderstandings. Don’t bottle things up or air grievances online — talk to your spouse, not about them on social media. Keep personal conflicts off social platforms. Use DMs and private conversations for resolution. 3. Forgiveness & Grace No marriage is perfect. You’ll both make mistakes. Forgiveness allows…

By Peter Omopo Bamako | October 27, 2025 — A court in Bamako, Mali’s capital, on Monday sentenced former Prime Minister Moussa Mara to two years in prison, with one year suspended, after finding him guilty of undermining the credibility of the state and opposing legitimate authority through a social media post expressing solidarity with political prisoners. Mara, who served as Mali’s prime minister between 2014 and 2015, has been detained since August 1 following his July post in which he revealed that he had met with detained political figures and pledged to seek justice for them. During Monday’s proceedings…