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The Nigerian Army has arrested a social media influencer, Justice Mark Chidiebere, widely known as “Justice Crack”, over allegations of inciting soldiers and breaching military social media rules. In a statement issued on Saturday, Appolonia Anele, acting director of army public relations, said the influencer shared online complaints from soldiers regarding poor feeding and welfare conditions. According to the army, early findings suggest Chidiebere engaged in conversations with some personnel that went beyond airing grievances. Officials claim he may have encouraged discontent within the ranks—raising concerns about discipline and internal stability. Anele pointed to what she described as “subversive discussions”…

Julius Malema, a South African opposition politician, has condemned citizens who launch xenophobic attacks against foreigners in the country over claims of job loss. Malema recently spoke during an event organised to commemorate the 14th anniversary of the Collen Mashawana Foundation. Recently, videos of violent attacks against African immigrants, particularly Ghanaians, Zimbabweans, and Nigerians in South Africa, went viral on social media. The Nigerian Consulate in Johannesburg said two Nigerians — Amaramiro Emmanuel and Ekpenyong Andrew were killed amid escalating xenophobic tensions. Speaking during the event, Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, challenged perpetrators of attacks on foreigners and…

Ipswich Town secured an immediate return to the Premier League after defeating Queens Park Rangers to seal the Championship’s second automatic promotion spot. Relegated 12 months ago after just four wins in their first top-flight season in 22 years, Kieran McKenna’s side have bounced back straight away. With matters in their own hands going into the final day, Ipswich knew that three points at Portman Road would nullify anything promotion rivals Millwall or Middlesbrough could do. Goals inside the first nine minutes from George Hirst and Jaden Philogene set them on their way before substitute Kasey McAteer added a late…

Troops of the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have dealt a heavy blow to armed groups in Katsina State, killing four suspected terrorist commanders during a fierce encounter on Friday. The operation, which took place along the Turare–Yantumaki road, saw soldiers repel an ambush and swiftly turn the tide against their attackers. According to the state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Muazu, the troops were on a fighting patrol when they came under attack around 11:40 a.m. The soldiers responded decisively, pursuing and neutralising all four assailants without suffering any casualties. Authorities identified the slain…

The United States (US) has issued a fresh warning to its citizens in the United Kingdom, urging heightened vigilance after Britain raised its terrorism threat level to “severe”. The alert follows a decision by the UK Government to increase the threat level from “substantial”, signalling that an attack is now considered highly likely. The move came after a stabbing in Golders Green, North London, where two Jewish men Shloime Rand and Moshe Shine were attacked in what authorities described as an antisemitic incident. The Metropolitan Police classified the attack as terrorism, intensifying concerns over public safety. Responding to the development,…

Fear has gripped residents of Katsina State after suspected bandits abducted more than a dozen women and young children during a late-night attack on Sabon Layi community in Bakori Local Government Area. The raid, which unfolded at about 9:45pm on Friday, April 30, 2026, saw heavily armed attackers storm the quiet settlement and target specific households. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the victims estimated at 15 or more include breastfeeding mothers and infants who were taken alongside them. Targeted Households, Swift Operation According to local sources, the assailants headed directly to homes belonging to a man identified as Mallam Aliyu and…

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Enoch Adeboye, has said that Nigeria’s next president, ahead of the 2027 general elections, has already been determined by God. Speaking during a workers’ meeting at the Redemption City on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Saturday, Adeboye said the outcome of the election is beyond human influence, insisting that divine will will ultimately prevail. He said, “The next president has already been decided by God, who owns the universe. It is not something we can determine by human effort alone. The will of God will be done.” Adeboye cautioned Nigerians against…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed June 20 for the conduct of by-elections in six states. Joash Amupitan, INEC chairman, relayed this at a ceremony held at the INEC headquarters in Abuja to receive Jamila Malafa, the new national commissioner who was sworn in on Thursday. He said the by-elections will be conducted alongside the Ekiti governorship election scheduled for the same date. He said the elections will cover senatorial vacancies in Enugu, Nasarawa, Rivers, and Ondo states, as well as a State House of Assembly seat in Kebbi and a House of Representatives seat in Kano. “We…

The United States is considering a major shift in its relationship with Nigeria, with lawmakers proposing to withhold half of the country’s aid unless clear progress is made on security and accountability. The move, backed by the US House Appropriations Committee, forms part of the Fiscal Year 2027 foreign assistance budget and reflects mounting concern in Washington over persistent violence across Africa’s most populous nation. Aid tied to performance At the heart of the proposal is a strict condition: Nigeria must demonstrate “effective steps” in tackling insecurity, protecting civilians, and prosecuting those responsible for attacks before 50 per cent of…

The City Boy Movement has suspended Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, the South-West zonal coordinator of the women’s wing of the movement, following a wanted notice published by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). On Monday, the EFCC declared Tejuosho wanted over an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence. The anti-graft agency said Tejuosho, 41, is wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation into fraud-related offences. Tejuosho had previously been on the EFCC’s radar over an alleged appointment and contract scam. In June 2025, the commission interrogated her following complaints that she obtained money from victims under the guise…