In a detailed turn of events, an incident unfolded on July 7, 2023, following the receipt of credible intelligence by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Ltd. A private security contractor known as Messrs. Tantita Security Services, engaged by NNPC Ltd., took action based on the information. They intercepted a suspicious vessel carrying a cargo of crude oil. The vessel in question was named MT TURA II, identified by its International Maritime Organization (IMO) number: 6620462. It was owned by HOLAB MARITIME SERVICES LIMITED, a Nigerian registered company with the Registration Number RC813311. The vessel had been en route…
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In a disturbing incident, Chidi Nkire, a man residing in the Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State, has been apprehended by members of the Abia State Vigilance Group for the alleged defilement of his three underage children. The shocking ordeal is said to have started after Nkire expelled his wife from their matrimonial home following a disagreement. Victor Ogidinta, the secretary of the vigilance group, provided a detailed account of Nkire’s arrest. Acting on a tip-off from a concerned citizen, the vigilant members promptly responded on Friday. The tip-off informed them of Nkire’s despicable actions of defiling his…
Popular Nollywood actor Jim Iyke opened up about a personal issue that not many people were aware of – his failed marriage. Jim Iyke, who has three children, revealed that he took responsibility for the collapse of his marriage, attributing it to the devastating loss of his mother. Jim Iyke made this revelation while speaking in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo. Jim Iyke expressed how deeply the death of his mother affected him emotionally. He confessed that during the grieving process, he unintentionally abandoned his partner, who had recently given birth to their first son. Devastated…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emerged as the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) following his election at the 63rd Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS, held in the Republic of Guinea-Bissau. The announcement was made in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communications, and Strategy, Dele Alake, who described the election as a unanimous endorsement of President Tinubu by his counterparts. President Tinubu, Nigeria’s newly elected leader, graciously accepted the honor on behalf of Nigeria and pledged to fulfill the responsibilities of the…
Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, delivered a resolute message, declaring that the state was prevailing in the battle against sit-at-home enforcers. He firmly stated that Enugu would never bow down to the demands of what he referred to as murderers and enemies of Igbo land. Governor Mbah emphasized that the state’s progress as a premier destination for investment, living, and tourism, and the growth of its economy from $4.4 billion to $30 billion, hinged on disregarding the instructions of faceless individuals outside the state. He vowed that evil forces would not triumph over Enugu, urging the concerted efforts of the…
In a determined effort to combat banditry and terrorism, Sheikh Gumi, a renowned Islamic scholar, has expressed his readiness to engage in negotiations with the foot soldiers of these groups. Gumi emphasized the importance of a comprehensive approach to address the issue of insecurity prevailing in regions where these groups operate. He suggested the involvement of emirs, scholars, and university professors who possess extensive research knowledge on the subject. By convening a collective dialogue, Gumi believed that sustainable peace could be achieved, enabling people to safely resume their farming activities. While Gumi offered his voluntary participation, he also clarified…
Shehu Sani, a former Kaduna lawmaker, expressed his dismay at those connecting the confession of Anambra student Mmesoma Ejikeme, who admitted to forging her University Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result, to the aftermath of the 2023 election. According to Naija News, a committee of inquiry established by the Anambra State Government to investigate the JAMB result controversy found Mmesoma guilty of forging her result without assistance. Taking to Twitter on Saturday, Sani remarked that Mmesoma committed this crime at a time when people were searching for reasons to fuel verbal conflicts. In response to the ethnic undertones…
Manchester City boasts a squad filled with talented players who have already achieved great success. Stars like Bernardo Silva, Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, Rodri, Jack Grealish, Ederson, Ruben Dias, and John Stones have cemented their places in the team’s history by winning the treble last season, a feat only matched by their fierce rivals Manchester United. While these names will be remembered for their brilliance, there are other players in the City squad who have played less significant roles but are equally important for squad harmony and team spirit. However, every player wants to be on the pitch,…
In a dramatic incident that unfolded in Obelle community, located in the Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, the Rivers State Police Command engaged in a fierce shootout with a notorious gang of suspected kidnappers. Led by a man named Uchechukwu Daniel, the gang members found themselves under attack when the police’s anti-cultism unit raided their hideout. As the officers approached the hideout, the criminals, aware of their presence, unleashed a hail of bullets in a desperate attempt to fend them off. However, the police officers swiftly retaliated, unleashing a barrage of gunfire that resulted in the deaths…
In a momentous event held in Ibadan, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, expressed the commitment of his government towards the security situation in Nigeria. As a responsible government, they were acutely aware of the concerns voiced by Nigerians and were determined to address them promptly and effectively. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 2023 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) and the 160th Anniversary of the Nigerian Army, President Tinubu assured the nation of his administration’s unwavering dedication to tackling threats and resolving national security challenges. The President emphasized that his government would utilize…
