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A Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), King of Kings parish in Maidan village of Ikosi, Ketu Local government area of Lagos state, has been reportedly killed by unknown gunmen. According to reports, the Pastor Bolanle Ibrahim was gunned down by the hoodlums during a child dedication service. The assailants came in with a picture of the clergyman to identify him before he was killed. The incident was confirmed by the pastor’s aunt who confirmed the assassination to newsmen. Unfruitful pastors should not survive – Oyedepo “Before they killed him, they showed him his picture to identify…

The Department of State Services (DSS) has freed the ‘Buhari-Must-Go’ agitators apprehended at the Dunamis Church headquarters in Abuja. The five protesters – Ben Manasseh, Anene Udoka, Henry Nwodo, Samuel Larry and Samuel Gabriel (the saxophonist) — were apprehended by the DSS on July 4, for wearing shirts with Buhari-Must-Go inscriptions to the church premises. The Federal High Court in Abuja on July 25 directed the DSS to free the agitators. Founder of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowere also confirmed the latest development adding that they were released on Tuesday night. MRA calls for independent investigation of DSS attack on journalist…

At least eight persons have been confirmed killed by Fulani herdsmen in Mgbuji community, Eha-Amufu, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State. A pregnant woman was reportedly among the victims who were slaughtered. Her stomach was opened and her fetus removed. The assailants also destroyed farmlands in the wake of their mayhem. Scores of residents are still missing after the deadly attack. According to community members, the attackers blamed Nnamdi Kanu and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) for their action. The community shares a border with the Benue community. Bishop of Anglican Diocese of Eha-Amufu, Rt Rev Daniel Nkemjika…

Senator Joy Emordi, a member of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). She was recieved by the Chairman APC Caretaker Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee and Yobe state Governor, Mai Mala Buni. Governor Buni welcomed her to the party in a brief ceremony held in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). According to Sen. Emordi, the future of a prosperous and united Nigeria lies in APC, hence her defection. She described the APC leadership as sincerely and genuinely committed to a united Nigeria that has…

Netherlands have appointed Louis van Gaal as the new head coach replacing Frank de Boer who resigned last month after a last-16 defeat by the Czech Republic at Euro 2020. This is Van Gaal’s third time in charge of the Dutch team. He was in charge of the side from 2000-2002 and from 2012-2014. The 69-year-old has not managed since being sacked by Manchester United in 2016 and said it was an “honour” to return to the Dutch team. “Dutch football has always been close to my heart and coaching the national team is a key position for moving our…

The Kaduna State Government has stated that no less than 25 people were killed in the attack on four villages in Kauru Local Government Area of the state. The attacks on Ungwan Magaji, Kishicho, Kigam and Kikoba villages also recorded the destruction of 68 farms and burning of 63 huts, Samuel Aruwan, Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State said on Wednesday. He noted that the casualties recorded and properties destroyed in each location are as follows: In Ungwan Magaji the people killed are, “Timothy Auta, Dauda Gabi, Larai Danladi, Johnny Danladi, Chibi Chiwo, Monday Titus, Altine…

Suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, has dared the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to interview Ramon Abbas aka Hushpuppi if the truth about the N8 million is to be confirmed. In a Facebook post which he has now deleted, Kyari explained that he dealt with Hushpuppi on professional basis. He also explained that the alleged N8 million traced to him was a money which someone owed Hushpuppi and not money that was gifted to him. Kyari wrote in his post, “Abbas who we later came to know as Hushpuppi called our office about January 2020 that somebody in…

Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has expreseed its dissatisfaction in the proposed investigation by the Department of State Services (DSS) into the assault on Vanguard newspaper photojournalist, Oluwagbemiga Olamikan, by officials of the agency. According to the Human Rights Group, such investigation holds no water, arguing that this case as well as other cases of brutality against journalists require a critical, independent and impartial investigation. The decision was held up by MRA’s legal officer, Ms Obioma Adesewa Okonkwo. She said:“The idea that the DSS plans to investigate itself in order to bring about a resolution of this matter is offensive to…

The Nigeria Union of Pensioners has appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for facilitating payment of the most part of their pension arrears. The union expressed their gratitude in a letter to the President, describing him as a leader “who listens to the yearnings and aspirations” of his people, noting that this was evidenced by “the deliberate efforts being put in place by your government to put smiles on the faces of our members.” The letter was signed by the General Secretary of the association, Elder Actor Zal. Text of the letter below: “The leadership and entire members of the Nigeria Union…

Odunayo Adekuoroye, Nigeria’s wrestling champion has been defeated by Mongolia’s Anastasia Nichita, ending her hopes of winning a medal the Tokyo Olympics. As a result of her loss, Adekuoroye will not be competing for a medal in the Women’s Freestyle 57kg category. The odds were in Adekuoroye’s favour at the beginning of the fight, however Nichita maneuvered her way around Adekuoroye to pin her till the refree declared it over. It was a stunning defeat for Adekuoroye who had been leading the bout 8-0 in the round of 16. Things got worse for Team Nigeria on the mat as the…