In a dramatic turn of events, fear has gripped communities around Old Ilushi Road, Opere, and Good Will Junction in Uromi, Edo State, as residents flee en masse to avoid possible reprisals and arrests by security operatives.The mass exodus follows the gruesome lynching of 16 travelers by an enraged mob in the area last Thursday.Continue reading "Tension in Edo: Residents Flee Uromi Communities After Mob Lynches 16 Travelers"
Ultimatum and Threats: Northern Man Defends Deborah Samuel’s Killing, Vows Retaliation Over Edo Massacre
A man from northern Nigeria has issued a chilling 48-hour ultimatum to President Bola Tinubu and Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, demanding the immediate identification and arrest of those responsible for the brutal killing of 16 Northerners in Uromi, Edo State.In a video seen by SaharaReporters on Tuesday, the unidentified man warned that failure toContinue reading "Ultimatum and Threats: Northern Man Defends Deborah Samuel’s Killing, Vows Retaliation Over Edo Massacre"
Trump Warns Zelenskyy of ‘Big Problems’ Over Rare Earth Minerals Deal
In a dramatic escalation of tensions, former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, cautioning him against withdrawing from a crucial rare earth minerals deal with the United States. Speaking to Business Standard, Trump made it clear that any attempt by Kyiv to renegotiate or back out ofContinue reading "Trump Warns Zelenskyy of ‘Big Problems’ Over Rare Earth Minerals Deal"
Oby Ezekwesili Calls Out Senate Over Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sexual Harassment Petition Against Akpabio
Former Minister of Education, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, has once again raised concerns over what she describes as a blatant obstruction of justice by the Nigerian Senate regarding the sexual harassment allegations leveled against Senate President Godswill Akpabio by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.Taking to her official X handle, Ezekwesili recalled a powerful quote from Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan:"This injusticeContinue reading "Oby Ezekwesili Calls Out Senate Over Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sexual Harassment Petition Against Akpabio"
Tragedy in Kaduna: Lightning Strike Claims Young Herder and 12 Cows
A devastating lightning strike has reportedly claimed the life of a young herder and 12 of his cattle in Matuak Giwa, Bondon District, Moro’a Chiefdom, Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State.Confirming the tragic incident on Monday, the Village Head of Matuak Giwa, Simon Ayuba, recounted how the unfortunate event unfolded. According to him, theContinue reading "Tragedy in Kaduna: Lightning Strike Claims Young Herder and 12 Cows"
Kogi Governor Ododo’s Political Crackdown: Public Gatherings and Convoy Movements Banned Ahead of Senator Natasha’s Homecoming
In what many perceive as a desperate bid to suppress political opposition, Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has imposed an unprecedented ban on convoy movements and public gatherings across the state. The controversial directive, which has sparked widespread criticism, appears strategically timed to disrupt the anticipated homecoming celebration of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.The ban, announced inContinue reading "Kogi Governor Ododo’s Political Crackdown: Public Gatherings and Convoy Movements Banned Ahead of Senator Natasha’s Homecoming"
Edo Governor Okpebholo Visits Kano, Condoles Families of 16 Burnt Alive in Uromi
In a significant show of solidarity, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has arrived in Kano State to extend his condolences to the Kano State Government and the bereaved families of the 16 travelers who were gruesomely burnt alive in Uromi, Edo State.Announcing the visit on its official X handle, Nigerian Stories described the governor’s tripContinue reading "Edo Governor Okpebholo Visits Kano, Condoles Families of 16 Burnt Alive in Uromi"
IPOB Warns Arewa Group: Stop Using Edo Killings as a Pretext for Anti-Igbo Attacks
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a stern warning to the Arewa group in Northern Nigeria, cautioning against any attempts to incite violence against the Igbo community under the guise of retaliation for the recent killings in Edo State.In a statement released on Monday by its Media and Publicity Secretary, Emma Powerful, IPOBContinue reading "IPOB Warns Arewa Group: Stop Using Edo Killings as a Pretext for Anti-Igbo Attacks"
Fuel Crisis Deepens: Petrol Prices Soar to ₦990 Per Litre as Naira-for-Crude Deal Falters
Nigerians are facing yet another wave of economic hardship as petrol prices skyrocket to between ₦970 and ₦990 per litre at filling stations nationwide. The alarming increase comes amid the reported collapse of the Naira-for-Crude exchange arrangement, which was initially introduced to stabilize fuel prices and ease the burden on consumers.The development was announced viaContinue reading "Fuel Crisis Deepens: Petrol Prices Soar to ₦990 Per Litre as Naira-for-Crude Deal Falters"
BREAKING: Young Graduate Brutally Slain by Suspected Herdsmen at Abuja Boys’ Brigade Camp
Tragedy struck in Orozo, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, as a promising young graduate, John Johnson, was brutally butchered by suspected herdsmen during a Boys’ Brigade camping event in Zaina, near Angwar Hakimi. The horrifying incident occurred on March 29, 2025, leaving the community in mourning and sparking widespread outrage. John Johnson, an Igala indigene,Continue reading "BREAKING: Young Graduate Brutally Slain by Suspected Herdsmen at Abuja Boys’ Brigade Camp"
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