President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved presidential pardon and clemency for 175 individuals, following recommendations endorsed by the National Council of State during its meeting on Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Abuja. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the clemency list includes…
On-air personality Dotun has expressed his preference for the interview approach of Arise TV anchor Rufai Oseni over that of Channels TV’s political correspondent Seun Okinbaloye. His comment came in response to a post on X (formerly Twitter), where a user compared the questioning styles of both journalists during interviews with politicians. Reacting to…
A tragic accident along the Sagamu Expressway in Ogun State claimed the life of a pregnant woman and left several others injured on Thursday, October 9, 2025. The crash involved a payloader, a Toyota Camry (registration number AAB-248 MK), and a commercial tricycle (marked JGB-643 VD). Spokesperson for the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and…
An arrest warrant has been issued for a 45-year-old woman accused of breaking into her ex-boyfriend’s home in Toledo, Ohio, and assaulting him, resulting in serious injury. Jeanita Hopings faces charges of felonious assault and aggravated burglary following an alleged incident that occurred on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. According to court documents, Hopings is…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), led by President Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has called on the Federal Government to take firm, fair, and immediate action to stop the ongoing violence and killings targeting Christian communities across the country—particularly in Northern Nigeria. In a strongly worded statement, CAN emphasized that the continued loss of life…
Elon Musk and his social media company, X (formerly Twitter), have reached a settlement with four former top executives over a dispute involving $128 million in severance pay. The group—former CEO Parag Agrawal, CFO Ned Segal, Chief Legal Officer Vijaya Gadde, and General Counsel Sean Edgett—sued the company in 2024. They alleged Musk withheld…
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to two federal charges: making false statements and obstructing a congressional proceeding. The arraignment marked the start of what is shaping up to be a politically charged legal battle, with Comey’s defense team immediately signaling its intent to seek dismissal of the case before it…
Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has reaffirmed his strong confidence in Morocco’s ability to successfully host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), despite recent anti-government protests across the country. Scheduled to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, the tournament will feature 24 national teams competing in…
Vigilantes have arrested a man identified as Peters Shina for allegedly vandalizing high-tension electricity cables along Ashara village in Kwali Area Council, Federal Capital Territory. Yunusa Saidu, a member of the vigilante group, confirmed the arrest on Monday, October 6, 2025, stating that Shina was caught around 4:23 pm on Thursday after villagers spotted him…
A part of the Rivers State Secretariat complex, specifically the Podium Block, was engulfed in flames today, October 6. Videos from the scene captured thick smoke rising from the building, sparking panic among workers and prompting evacuations. The Podium Block accommodates several state ministries, including departments of works and social welfare. The cause of the…
