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The Kebbi Police Command has arrested a suspect for allegedly defrauding 175 job seekers under the pretext of securing school feeding jobs for them. The Command spokesman, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Birnin Kebbi. Usman said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect falsely presented himself as having the authority to facilitate employment in government-approved primary and secondary schools. He explained that the victims, acting in good faith, were induced to pay N30,000 each as “processing fees” for the purported jobs. According to him, investigations further established that the suspect, a resident of the KCC…

Nigerian actress and singer Tonto Dikeh has announced a reconciliation with her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill. Accesstvng reported that the actress confirmed her separation from Mr Churchill in 2017, two years after they married in 2015. The former couple have a son, King Andre. At the time, Ms Dikeh said she was seeking a divorce over allegations of domestic abuse and extra-marital affairs. In February 2021, this newspaper reported that Mr Churchill introduced his former personal assistant, Rosy Meurer, as his new wife Ms Dikeh had previously accused him of having an extramarital affair with Ms Meurer. Following their separation, both…

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 65-year-old woman, Hauwa Abulazeez, over her alleged involvement in supplying drugs to Boko Haram terrorists in the North-East. Disclosing this in a statement on Sunday, spokesman for the Joint Task Force, North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, Sanni Uba, said the suspect was arrested in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. Uba, a lieutenant-colonel, said the suspect is alleged to be one of the suppliers of cannabis sativa to Boko Haram terrorist elements operating in Askira Uba, Rumirgo, Gwahi, Wamdiyo, Uvu and Gaya, and a key conduit in the distribution of the…

Dr. Churchill wrote: “I was pleasantly surprised when I received a call from my son, King Andre, for the first time. Hearing him call me “Daddy” was deeply touching and a reminder that what God cannot do does not exist. Faith has a way of bringing clarity, humility and peace. I acknowledge the growth and grace evident in the manner in which this matter has been resolved. With God leading, healing and understanding have become possible. Forgiveness has paved the way for a new chapter and we are moving forward with a sense of peace and mutual respect. The conflict…

Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, is set to return to Nigeria from self-exile following the moves by some monarchs backing his full freedom and re-integration. His spokesperson, Olayomi Koiki, disclosed that the efforts of some traditional rulers in South West, especially the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja; Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, were instrumental to Igboho’s clearance to return home. In 2025, Igboho had lamented that he was tired of staying in exile. He made the appeal during his visit to the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Olusola Alao, at his palace…

Cracks are appearing in the African Democratic Congress over the presidential ambition of former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi. The problem stemmed from the insistence of Obi’s followers, aka Obidients, that he must be considered for the presidential ticket or they walk away. Our correspondents gathered that some ADC leaders, especially northerners displeased with what they described as the overbearing attitude of Obi’s promoters, had begun to withdraw from him. Obi, who is one of the leaders of the opposition coalition that transformed into ADC, joined the party on December 31, 2025, in Enugu. Before his defection, Obi, the…

A Plateau State corps member, Joyce Abakumen, has died weeks after completing the 2025 Batch C National Youth Service Corps orientation exercise in Jos, the state capital. Her death was announced on Tuesday by her brother, Iorwuese Abakumen, on the NYSC Online Community Facebook Page, alongside a photo of Joyce in her NYSC uniform. Abakumen, who is currently serving in Jigawa State, said his sister had completed the orientation camp in December 2025 and returned home for the Christmas break. “She left Benue, where our parents live, for Jos two weeks ago,” he said. He added that upon her return…

Some Nigerians have said they turn to beer as a way of easing frustration and coping with stress brought on by harsh living conditions in the country. Despite shrinking incomes and rising living costs, they explained that consuming a few bottles of beer helps them calm down and strategise better. Many Nigerians continue to spend scarce resources on beer and other alcoholic beverages, a habit they say offers temporary relief from daily pressures. Speaking with beer consumers across different socio-economic backgrounds, our correspondent gathered that for many, alcohol has become a coping mechanism for stress, unemployment, and uncertainty. Some of…

The Anambra State Government has announced the termination of the Monday sit-at-home in the state “with immediate effect”. This was contained in a statement signed by the Board Secretary, Mgbemena Loveline E., on behalf of the state universal basic education board. It also warned that errant civil servants who flout the directive would either receive 20 per cent of their salary or forfeit it entirely. “Sequel to the state exco retreat held on January 21, 2026, presided by the Executive Governor, Charles Chukwuma Soludo, I am directed to inform you that the state government has directed, and also as a…

Nollywood actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has publicly declared that she has reconciled with her former husband, Olakunle “Churchill” Oladunni, describing the reunion as a “divine restoration” following nearly ten years of bitter public conflict, separation, and legal disputes. In an emotional statement shared across her social media pages, Dikeh revealed that peace has finally returned to their relationship, replacing years of chaos, deep wounds, and broken communication. After ten long years of public battles, deep wounds and pain, God stepped in. What looked impossible and beyond repair has been touched by mercy. Peace has replaced chaos, and respect has…