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Benin Catholic Archbishop Augustine Akubeze passes away ahead of retirement
Archbishop Augustine Obiora Akubeze of the Benin Catholic Archdiocese has died at age 69, just weeks before his planned retirement.
Nigeria Immigration Service terminates OIS Services contract for US visa operations
The Nigeria Immigration Service has severed ties with OIS Services regarding US visa processing, requiring applicants to visit embassies and consulates directly.
Met Police compensate Graham Linehan following controversial arrest
The Metropolitan Police have apologized and paid a settlement to Graham Linehan after his 2025 arrest for social media posts, which the force subsequently stopped investigating.
Governor Otu Vows to Revitalize Tinapa Resort Before Year-End
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu has announced that the Tinapa Business and Leisure Resort will be fully operational by December, following extensive renovation and infrastructure upgrades.
Former Corps Member Paralyzed in Crash Issues Plea for Medical Assistance
A former NYSC member named Eniola has launched a public appeal for financial help to fund treatment for the paralysis she suffered following a 2021 road accident.
Severe Gridlock Cripples Mile 2–Apapa Route as Authorities Remain Passive
Hundreds of trucks paralyzed the Mile 2–Apapa route on Thursday, with locals blaming unregulated container terminals and inactive government oversight for the persistent gridlock.
Toddler perishes in Calabar flash flood
A one-year-old girl died after heavy rainfall flooded her family's home in Calabar, Cross River State, prompting residents to demand better infrastructure to prevent future disasters.
Former Defence Chief: Focus on Operational Success of State Police, Not Existence
Former Chief of Defence Staff General Lucky Irabor argues that Nigeria must stop debating if state police are necessary and start focusing on how to implement them professionally and effectively.
Gombe State Pledges Assistance Following ECWA Church Fire
The Gombe State Government has promised to assist in rebuilding the ECWA Gospel Church auditorium after a massive fire caused extensive damage to the facility on July 7, 2026.
Calabar Federal Court orders N100m payout by Police for fatal incident involving 22-year-old
A Federal High Court in Calabar has ordered the Nigeria Police and four other respondents to pay N100 million in damages for the death of 22-year-old Onyekachi Mba.