Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has died at the age of 62 after a prolonged illness. This was disclosed by a social commentator, Morris Monye, via his X handle, on Sunday. Muonagor was said to have suffered kidney failure and was on dialysis. The sudden news of his demise comes just few days after a viral video where he solicited funds to help him have a kidney transplant. Monye wrote, “Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing. “He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful. “We watched with concern as he battled…
Author: Editor Francis
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has uncovered a disturbing scheme orchestrated by suspected human traffickers. These individuals are preying on vulnerable Nigerians by promising fake job opportunities in neighboring West African countries such as Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Liberia. According to NAPTIP, the traffickers use deceptive tactics, including exploiting global brand trademarks and offering unrealistic job offers in the oil and gas industry, particularly in gold mining and oil companies. Victims are lured with promises of hefty monthly salaries of up to $900, which are later proven to be false. Director-General of NAPTIP, Prof…
In a brazen attack on Saturday, March 23, suspected terrorists targeted a military base in Gujba town, located in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. The assailants, who struck around midnight, engaged in indiscriminate shooting and set ablaze a military patrol vehicle during the assault. Confirming the incident, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, spokesperson for the Yobe State Police Command, disclosed that the attackers fatally wounded a soldier and inflicted damage on military property before being repelled by troops and Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) members. Eyewitnesses recounted harrowing experiences as the attackers stormed the town, forcing residents to flee for…
The Wale Akinterinwa Campaign Organisation has issued a statement expressing concern over the reported destruction of billboards belonging to their principal, Wale Akinterinwa, allegedly by suspected political thugs. This incident comes just weeks ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary scheduled for April 25, 2024. Among the aspirants vying for the party’s ticket are Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and Wale Akinterinwa. According to Mr. Segun Ajiboye, spokesperson for the Wale Akinterinwa Campaign Organisation, they are calling on Governor Aiyedatiwa to intervene and urge his supporters to cease the attacks on their billboards. However, the Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation…
Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has welcomed the recent release of the Kuriga school children in Kaduna State, underscoring the significance of collaboration between the federal government and states, particularly regarding security matters.The President made this known on X Sunday Tinubu commended the National Security Adviser, security agencies, and the Kaduna State Government for their prompt and diligent response to the abduction crisis. He stressed the importance of urgency, meticulous attention, and unwavering dedication in achieving favorable outcomes in cases of mass abductions. Additionally, President Tinubu expressed satisfaction at the release of pupils from a Tsangaya school in Sokoto State,…
The National Executive Committee (NEC) led by Julius Abure has announced the relocation of the Labour Party’s national convention slated for March 27, 2024. Initially planned to take place in Abia State, the convention will now convene in Anambra State following reported tensions with the state governor, Alex Otti. This decision marks a notable shift from the party’s earlier plan to hold the convention in Abia, having previously moved it from Edo State. However, alleged discord with Governor Otti prompted the NEC to reconsider, opting for a new venue. Julius Abure and his team find themselves embroiled in a legitimacy…
The Kaduna State Government has declared the liberation of 287 schoolchildren who were abducted from Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna State. Recall that on March 7, 2024, the students, hailing from LEA Primary School and Government Secondary School in Kuriga, were forcefully taken. In a statement issued by the state governor, Senator Uba Sani, it was confirmed on Sunday that the schoolchildren have been set free. Governor Sani expressed gratitude towards President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his steadfast commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Nigerians, especially in securing the release of the abducted Kuriga school children.…
When Vivianne Petit Frere fled her native Haiti for Brazil in 2019 and later walked through the Panamanian jungle to Mexico, where she opened a restaurant, she always believed she would eventually return home. Until now. With gang violence wracking Haiti, many of those who left the Caribbean nation feel helpless when they call terrified family members who can’t leave because airports are closed and crossing to the United States by sea is too risky. “Before, you could say things were OK. I knew things weren’t OK but I had faith, hope that it would change one day. We lost…
In a statement issued by the Director of Media and Advocacy at NDLEA Headquarters Abuja, Femi Babafemi, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has alerted the public to a concerning new scheme by scammers. These impostors are impersonating NDLEA officers and contacting unsuspecting citizens, particularly those with loved ones abroad. The fraudulent calls inform individuals of the purported arrest of their relatives at various international airports, including the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos. According to Babafemi, the scammers aim to induce panic among family members before demanding significant sums of money, often in the millions, to facilitate…
The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated legal action against Apple, marking the Biden administration’s first major antitrust effort against the tech giant. The lawsuit accuses Apple of monopolising smartphone markets, joining a list of major tech companies previously sued by U.S. regulators. Reuters reports Attorney General Merrick Garland emphasised the importance of upholding antitrust laws, stating, “Consumers should not suffer higher prices due to anticompetitive practices.” The lawsuit alleges that Apple utilises its market dominance to extract higher payments from various stakeholders, including consumers, developers, content creators, and small businesses. The crux of the complaint lies in Apple’s alleged…
In the wake of Friday’s devastating terrorist attack in Moscow, Nigeria stands in solidarity with the Russian Federation, offering heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families. The attack, which took place at Crocus City Hall during a concert, has claimed the lives of at least 115 individuals, including children, with many more sustaining injuries. According to reports from Al Jazeera and various Russian media sources, the assailants, clad in camouflage attire, indiscriminately opened fire on concertgoers using automatic weapons. This barbaric act has been described as one of the most heinous attacks in Russia in recent years. In a…
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), has expressed deep concern following reports of alleged abuse within the Bridge International Academies project, as outlined in the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC), Compliance Advisor/Ombudsman report. DFC, committed to ensuring positive developmental impacts and upholding environmental, social, and human rights standards, has responded with sadness to the revelations. Back in 2013, DFC’s predecessor, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), extended a $10 million direct loan to Bridge International Academies for the establishment and operation of affordable private schools in Kenya. The loan was successfully repaid in 2022. While OPIC conducted environmental and social…