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  A Federal High Court has granted bail to Omoyele Sowore, the convener of the #RevolutionNow movement, in the sum of ₦10 million with one surety of equivalent value. The trial judge, Justice Musa Liman, ordered that the surety be a responsible individual who owns landed property of the same value. The original property documents and a passport photograph must be submitted to the court registrar. In addition, the court directed Sowore to surrender his international passport. Justice Liman gave Sowore 24 hours to meet the bail conditions, warning that failure to do so would result in his remand by the police until the conditions are fulfilled. Sowore was invited by the police on January 27, 2025, for questioning at the Force Criminal Investigation Department. Although he was granted administrative bail, he rejected the conditions and remained in custody. Following his continued detention, the police filed a 16-count charge against him under the Cybercrime Act. One of the charges...

The Enugu State Police Command informs the public that the viral WhatsApp post alleging that “four persons were kidnapped and taken into the bush on Tuesday evening at Api-Opi, along Enugu/Opi/Nsukka Road” is false, malicious, and clearly intended to incite fear and panic. There was no such incident recorded on the said day and time along the road. Furthermore, the claim that the alleged kidnappers operated for over 30 minutes unchallenged on a well-patrolled road is not only baseless but also a product of misinformation. For the avoidance of doubts, the road is heavily monitored by security forces, making such an occurrence as peddled highly improbable. The Commissioner of Police, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, psc (+), challenges the individual behind the post to provide verifiable proof of their claims or be prepared to face the full consequences of spreading false information. Consequently, he has directed the Command’s intelligence and tactical units to trace and apprehend those responsible f...

  A dramatic and unusual incident unfolded in Mbare when a commercial sex worker, upset over an unpaid fee of US$5, decided to take matters into her own hands by seizing a coffin from a local hardware shop. The woman, who had been lured by a man named King Joshua to Ozei Hardware under false pretenses, took the coffin, valued at US$60, as compensation when he failed to pay her for their transaction. The altercation, which quickly drew a crowd of onlookers, was recorded by security guards and the footage soon went viral on social media. Joshua, who is accused of bringing women into the hardware store under false claims of being the shop manager, reportedly caused significant disruption by attempting to evade payment. The shop's owner, Ozei, expressed his shock at the incident and accused Joshua of previously bringing women into the store without his knowledge. He further remarked that he suspected some coffins may have gone missing under similar circumstances in the past. The b...

  Top Monarch, Slumps and Dies During During Event: Tragedy struck in Kaduna State on Thursday as the Sarkin Yakin Zazzau, Alhaji Rilwan Pate, collapsed and died while attending an event alongside the Emir of Zazzau, Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli. According to an eyewitness, Pate, who was also a Council Member of the Emirate and in charge of health-related matters, suddenly slumped during the gathering. He was quickly rushed to the Gambo Sawaba General Hospital in Zaria, where he was sadly confirmed dead. The Zazzau Emirate Council confirmed the death in a statement issued later on Thursday. Abdullahi Kwarbai, the Media and Publicity Officer for the council, expressed profound sadness over the loss, describing the late Sarkin Yakin Zazzau as a hardworking and deeply religious figure whose absence would be difficult to fill. Emir Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli offered condolences to the deceased's family, reflecting on the inevitability of death. "Death is inevitable and can come whenever Allah d...

  The family of six who tragically lost their lives in last Saturday’s devastating fuel tanker explosion in Enugu were laid to rest today in a heartbreaking funeral procession in Ebonyi State. The Nwaji family, which included Jeremiah Amuche Nwaji, his wife, and their six children, were remembered by mourners as the community gathered to bid farewell to the beloved family. A heartbreaking video of the burial procession has surfaced, showing tearful relatives and friends as they mourned the tragic loss. The family had been traveling to Ebonyi for the burial of Jeremiah’s father when the explosion claimed their lives. The grief-stricken procession was marked by an outpouring of love and prayers as the community came together to honor the family’s memory. The tragedy has left an indelible mark on the region, with many in the area continuing to offer their condolences and support to those affected. The Nwaji family is being remembered in prayers as their loved ones are laid to rest ...

  A young man in his mid-twenties is making headlines after he allegedly ran up a staggering N1.5 million bar bill at the popular "Ballroom" club in Enugu, leaving club management with no choice but to detain him. The incident occurred late last night when the young man, whose identity has not been revealed, visited the club and indulged in expensive drinks, including two bottles of Glenfiddich 18 Year Old whiskey, among other high-end items. Eyewitnesses say he ordered a series of top-shelf drinks and partied until the bill mounted to an astonishing N1.5 million. However, when the time came to settle the tab, the man revealed he had no funds in his account to cover the hefty bill. In a viral video that has since circulated across social media, the young man is seen being confronted by club staff, who demanded payment. As his bank account was found empty, the management took the decision to detain him at the club pending the resolution of the matter. A club spokesperson c...

...EFCC has allegedly diverted funds recovered from a suspected fraudster -Ohha Microfinance Bank Limited  Ohha Microfinance Bank Limited has issued an ultimatum to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), demanding that they produce an uncompleted four-bedroom bungalow recovered from a fraudster within three months. The bank claims that a court ordered the sale of the property and payment to the bank in 2019, but the EFCC has yet to comply. In a pre-action notice dated January 28, 2025, which SaharaReporters obtained on Wednesday morning, the bank warned that it would sue the EFCC and seek N100 million in compensation if the property is not produced within the stipulated timeframe. The notice, signed by Olu Omotayo Esq, on behalf of the bank, reminded the EFCC chairman of the bank’s petition dated February 9, 2024, which requested the Zonal Office to investigate the matter. Interestingly, the EFCC had previously convicted a former bank manager, Oliver Anidiobi, f...

As the news of the United States cutting off vital HIV funding for Nigeria spreads, many Nigerians are facing the harsh reality of trying to access the life-saving medications they depend on. The funding cuts, stemming from former President Donald Trump’s decision to stop critical U.S. aid, have already sparked widespread shortages of HIV drugs, leaving those living with the virus scrambling to find their next supply. Across Nigeria, people are quietly lining up for hours outside hospitals and pharmacies, hoping to get what little is left of the antiretroviral (ARV) drugs they need to stay healthy. Unfortunately, for many, the wait is in vain. Supplies are running out fast, and in some areas, patients are being turned away without the medications they need to survive. The situation is also affecting private pharmacies, where stocks are dwindling, and many are being forced to ration the drugs they do have. With no other choice, some patients are turning to unofficial sources, riskin...

Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has assured prospective multinational corporations that his administration would work with them every step of the way to not only create an enabling business environment, but to also de-risk investment flow and ensure bountiful return on investment, RoI. Mbah listed abundant opportunities and incentives in various sectors, such as agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, mineral resources, logistics, aviation, tourism, real estate, mineral resources, ICT, among others. This was even as Enugu State, for the first time, joined the league of a few of the states that multinational corporations are more likely to expand to, according to the survey presented by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Committee, PEBEC. Mbah gave the assurances during the Second Existing Foreign Direct Investors Roundtable at the Aso Presidential Villa, Abuja, saying the state had curacted many projects to bankability.  Speaking at the Roundtable, which attracted...

The Anambra Security Outfit, Agunechemba Security Squad, yesterday raided a gunmen’s armoury at Enugu-Agidi in the Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a related development, gunmen operating in Umunze Community, Orumba South Local Government Area, are said to have fled their camps following the arrest of kidnap kingpins last week. According to security operatives, one of the arrested kingpins was allegedly involved in the kidnapping of a woman and her son, both of whom were killed despite a ransom payment of about N10 million. The fleeing gunmen appear to be the reason behind several shops being closed, as it was gathered that many of these shops were owned by the suspected gunmen. The security operatives also apprehended one of the gang leaders at Enugu-Agidi who specializes in kidnapping and armed robbery. According to a bulletin from the office of the Special Adviser to Governor Charles Soludo on Community Security, Prince Kenneth Emeakayi: “The Agunechemba Secu...

A father in Pakistan has k!lled his teenage daughter after she uploaded videos on TikTok that he deemed inappropriate, police reported on Thursday. The man, believed to be in his 50s, had recently relocated his family from the U.S. to settle in Quetta, a city in southwestern Pakistan, according to local police chief Babar Baloch. Now in custody, the father confessed to shooting his daughter earlier this week after she refused to dress more modestly and stop posting what the family considered “indecent” content on TikTok, Baloch stated. Police are treating the incident as a case of honour killing. Approximately 1,000 women are killed each year in Pakistan by close relatives—fathers, brothers, and sons—under the guise of preserving family honour, according to the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP). In many instances, the perpetrators evade punishment due to a controversial Islamic legal clause that allows relatives of the victim to forgive the offender, as noted by the right...

In response to the devastating 2022 floods in Anambra, the Government of Japan, through its initiative "Emergency Support to Climate Change," has teamed up with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) to provide crucial resources aimed at strengthening the state’s capacity to address future climate-related challenges. As part of this partnership, the Japanese government has donated several key resources to assist the administration of Governor Charles Soludo in improving disaster preparedness and response. The donation includes: 10 vehicles to bolster logistical capacity, ensuring rapid response to emergencies. Advanced equipment to enhance information and communication technology, facilitating better coordination and planning. The installation of two GPS water level detector sensors at strategic riverbank locations, enabling more accurate monitoring and timely responses to flooding and other climate disasters. This collaborative effort underscores t...

Billionaire kidnapper, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, was re-arraigned on Thursday before an Ikeja High Court over the murder of two police officers and the attempted kidnapping of Chief Obianodo Vincent, the owner of Young Shall Grow Transport Company. Evans was arraigned alongside his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, on a five-count charge of murder and attempted kidnapping before Justice Adenike Coker. They both pleaded not guilty to the charges. More details will follow as the case progresses.

NSCDC arrests 3 suspects for "419" dollar scam, "one chance" in Enugu metropolis  The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested three suspects for "419" dollar scam and "one chance" activity within Enugu metropolis. The NSCDC recovered fake identification cards, a suspected  stolen tricycle with plate number of Adamawa State, painted in Enugu colour and registration from the suspects; and investigating consignment of dollars that would undergo chemical washing they claimed to have. The Commandant of NSCDC Enugu State Command, Dr Elijah Willie, said while parading the suspects on Thursday in Enugu that the suspects were apprehended at about 11:28a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Willie said that a tricycle was intercepted by operatives of NSCDC  between NOWAS and New Market axis of Enugu and upon investigation, it was discovered that the suspects were involved in "419" dollar scam and "one chance"  activity. "T...

The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs Zubaida Umar, has visited injured victims of Jan. 25 Enugu Tanker Explosion in hospitals within Enugu metropolis. Umar led top management staff of the Agency from Abuja on the visit to the hospitals. At National Orthopedic Hospital, Enugu, the director-general interracted with the victims, while asking of their general well-being and welfare. "I pray God that he give you all quick recovery and healing; while I am sure you will soon rejoin your families," she said. According to her, I bring you the best wishes and recovery prayer of President Bola Tinubu, NEMA, and millions of Nigeria, who feel saddened about the unfortunate tanker explosion incident. Earlier, Umar said that the Agency had provided food and non-food items as relief in order to cushion the effect of the incident on the families of the victims,. She added that items had been handed over to Enugu State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) ...

A passenger jet carrying 64 people crashed into Washington’s Potomac River on Wednesday after colliding midair with a military helicopter. US media reports that multiple bodies were pulled from the dark, near-freezing waters. A massive search and rescue operation was underway, with divers visible in the glare of powerful lights as they plunged into the snow-lined Potomac to search through the wreckage of both aircraft. Washington Fire Chief John Donnelly told a press briefing that emergency crews, totaling about 300 people, were working in “extremely rough” conditions and gave little indication they expected to find anyone alive. “We’re going to be out there as long as it takes,” Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser told reporters. Citing local sources, CBS News reported at least 18 bodies had been recovered, while NBC reported more than a dozen. US Figure Skating confirmed that several athletes, coaches, and officials were aboard the flight. Officials in Moscow confirmed that married ...

Obinna Iyiegbu, widely known as Obi Cubana, a businessman and social media personality, has received a seven-day notice to vacate Plot 81, Ademola Adetokumbo Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja, the location of his popular Cubana Lounge, due to alleged unpaid rent. Rev. Chidiebere Amakaeze, the landlord of the property housing the Cubana Lounge in Wuse, has claimed that Obi Cubana, the founder of the Cubana Group, has not paid rent since 2019. The quit notice, issued by the solicitors representing Rev. Amakaeze and cited by PM NEWS, was signed by Prince Ben S. Ikani Esq. and E. I. Nwafor Esq. of the Citadel of Justice Law Firm, Abuja. In the first quit notice dated 14 January 2025, the landlord demanded that “Cubana vacate the premises and return control of the property and its appurtenances located at Plot 81, Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja.” According to the lawyers, Obi Cubana is no longer considered a tenant, as his ten-year lease, which began on 1 April 2009 and ended on 1 ...

The Nigerian Air Force, under the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai, has neutralized a yet-to-be-known number of Boko Haram terrorists during an air interdiction in Degbewa and Chikide, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Our correspondent in the state gathered that the precision airstrikes targeted high-profile terrorist leaders following intelligence reports of a mass gathering of insurgents in the area around 8 pm on Tuesday. The air raid hit camps under the command of Ali Ngulde, a known Boko Haram leader. Military sources revealed that several terrorists were eliminated, while others sustained injuries during the attack. Efforts by our correspondent to reach the spokesperson for Operation Hadin Kai, Lt. Col Jingina, for other details of the post-strike assessment proved abortive as he neither picked nor returned the calls. Meanwhile, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Kaduna State, has strongly condemned the recent attac...

  The Enugu State government has expressed its willingness to collaborate with traditional rulers in the fight against insecurity and other forms of criminality in the state. This was even as the state government said it had slated February 13, 2025 for the launch of the Enugu State Security Trust Fund, ESSTF, aimed at mobilizing resources in cash and kind from both the public and private corporate organizations, as well as well-meaning individuals, to strengthen security in the state.  These were made known by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Enugu State Security Trust Fund, Dr Ike Chioke during a stakeholders consultative meeting with the State Traditional Rulers Council, at the House of Chiefs Chamber, Enugu State House of Assembly Complex, Enugu, Wednesday. Dr. Chioke said the board considered it appropriate to engage and sensitize the monarchs about the objectives of the Fund, urging  them to key into the project and assist the government in fighting crim...