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Charlie Kirk’s Death in Utah Shooting Highlights America’s Growing Political Violence Crisis

Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, was tragically shot and killed on Wednesday during a campus event in Utah. His death has not only shaken conservative circles but also reignited a national debate about political violence in the United States. Kirk, only 31 years old, had built a reputation

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Ten Lives Lost, Ten Injured in Separate Road Crashes in Enugu

Tragedy strikes twice along the Ozalla/Four-Corner axis of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway, leaving families in mourning and a community calling for safer roads. On Wednesday, the usually busy Ozalla/Four-Corner axis of the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway turned into a nightmare for many families. Two separate road accidents, both occurring within a span of just six hours,

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Finnish Court Sentences Simon Ekpa to Six Years for Terrorism

The Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland has sentenced pro-Biafra agitator Simon Ekpa to six years in prison after finding him guilty of terrorism-related offences. According to Finnish outlet Yle, the court ruled that Mr. Ekpa was an active participant in a terrorist organisation and had incited crimes for terrorist purposes through his large social media

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Why Uzodinma Wants Two New States in the South-East—and Presidency on Rotation”

Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma pushes for two additional South-east states and constitutional support for a rotational presidency across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. He also advocates for state police and inclusive citizenship rights. Uzodinma Wants More States in the South-East for Equity Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has renewed the call for the creation of

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Terrorism Trial: Court to Rule on Nnamdi Kanu’s No-Case Submission October 10

After nearly a decade of legal delays, Nigeria’s controversial terrorism trial against Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), is at a critical turning point. The Federal High Court in Abuja will decide on 10 October 2025 whether Mr Kanu has a case to answer — or should walk free.

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JAMB Uncovers Over 9,000 Illegal Admissions in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions

JAMB Uncovers Over 9,000 Illegal Admissions in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions In a bold move to protect the integrity of Nigeria’s higher education system, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has uncovered 9,469 illegal admissions across 20 tertiary institutions in the country for the 2024 academic session. These admissions were carried out outside the official

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Abia Secures $263.8 Million Infrastructure Funding from AfDB, IsDB

Abia State has secured a major boost to its infrastructure plans, with $263.8 million in funding committed by the African Development Bank and the Islamic Development Bank. The initiative, launched on July 11, 2025, is part of a broader partnership involving the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Abia State Government. According to a press

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West African Countries Pressured to Take U.S. Deportees – What’s Really Going On?

The United States is asking some West African countries to accept deported migrants—even those who aren’t from Africa at all. This is sparking serious concerns. People are worried about crime, instability, and whether these countries are being treated fairly. Why Is the U.S. Deporting Migrants to West Africa? The U.S. is reviving a tough immigration

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Did Iwuanyanwu Ban His Wife from Remarrying? Here’s the Truth

Did Iwuanyanwu Ban His Wife from Remarrying? Here’s the Truth

After the passing of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, a false story began to circulate online. It claimed the respected elder statesman banned his wife from remarrying through a clause in his Will. The claim spread quickly across social media and gossip blogs, sparking public reactions. But now, the executors of his estate have stepped forward to

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