Presidential pardon: Dalung demands release of Abba Kyari
Presidential pardon: Dalung demands release of Abba Kyari The Movement for the Emancipation of Nigeria has called for the immediate discontinuation of the prosecution of suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police Abba Kyari and urged that he be released without delay. In a press statement issued on Tuesday by its Comrade General, former sports minister Solomon Dalung, MEN said Kyari’s continued detention amounted to a “grave injustice” in light of recent presidential pardons granted to convicts, many of whom the group says were arrested by Kyari’…
Another dismissed officer impersonates DSS, agency warns Nigerians
Another dismissed officer impersonates DSS, agency warns Nigerians 13th October 2025 The Department of State Services has issued another public warning about a dismissed officer allegedly impersonating the agency to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians. In a post shared on its official X handle, @OfficialDSSNG, on Sunday, the secret police identified the suspect as Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, a dismissed staff said to be engaging in “unscrupulous activities” using the name of the Service. “The Department of State Services (DSS) hereby alerts members …
Marriage & Money Summit 1.0: Dr Adetutu Afolabi Unveils New Research Linking Self-Efficacy and Spousal Support to Career and Marital Success
Marriage & Money Summit 1.0: Dr Adetutu Afolabi Unveils New Research Linking Self-Efficacy and Spousal Support to Career and Marital Success A significant shift in how Nigerian couples perceive the relationship between marriage and money may have begun with the inaugural Marriage & Money Summit , held in Lagos. The event, which drew participants from across the country, was convened by Dr Adetutu Afolabi , who also delivered one of the summit's most talked-about research presentations. Dr Afolabi presented a landmark paper titled…
Policeman forgets cap in Ogun student’s car after extortion
Policeman forgets cap in Ogun student’s car after extortion A student, Olawale Ayomide, has accused officers attached to the Igbeba Police Station in the Ijebu Ode area of Ogun State of extorting N99,000 from him. The victim, who narrated his ordeal to our Metro on Thursday, said the incident occurred on Tuesday, adding that one of the officers forgot his official cap in his vehicle after allegedly perpetrating the act. According to Olawale, the policemen stopped him while he was travelling in his mother’s vehicle from Sagamu to Ijebu-Ode and …
IG suspends enforcement of tinted glass law
IG suspends enforcement of tinted glass law The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has temporarily suspended the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, 1991. A statement on Thursday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the decision followed a meeting between the police chief and a delegation of the Nigerian Bar Association led by its President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. He said the discussion focused on the ongoing enforcement of the tinted glass…
NCC Urges States to Align on Right of Way, Infrastructure Protection to Boost Broadband Investments
NCC Urges States to Align on Right of Way, Infrastructure Protection to Boost Broadband Investments Abuja, Nigeria – October 8, 2025 The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has called on state governments to harmonise policies on Right of Way (RoW) charges and strengthen protection of telecom infrastructure, describing them as critical enablers of broadband expansion and national prosperity. Dr. Maida made the call while delivering remarks at the Business Roundtable on Improving Inves…
GOVERNOR SOLUDO CONGRATULATES RT. HON. SOMTOCHUKWU UDEZE ON HIS BIRTHDAY
GOVERNOR SOLUDO CONGRATULATES RT. HON. SOMTOCHUKWU UDEZE ON HIS BIRTHDAY The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has extended happy birthday wishes and congratulations to Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Nkemakonam Udeze, the Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, on his birthday today. In his goodwill message, Governor Soludo commended Speaker Udeze for his unalloyed devotion to the people of Anambra State as well as his exemplary leadership that have fostered an inclusive legislative environment in the State. The …
Governor Soludo Mourns Tragic Loss of ARISE TV Anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu
Governor Soludo Mourns Tragic Loss of ARISE TV Anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has expressed profound sadness and a deep sense of loss over the heartbreaking news of the tragic death of Miss Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a distinguished daughter of Anambra State, who was brutally killed during an armed robbery attack at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025. In his condolence message, Governor Soludo eulogised Miss…
UTS Season 8 Kicks Off Registration: A National Scripture Competition for Young Adults
UTS Season 8 Kicks Off Registration: A National Scripture Competition for Young Adults Lagos, Nigeria – September 29, 2025 – Registration is now open for UTS Season 8 – Understanding The Scriptures (UTS), Nigeria’s premier Bible knowledge competition for youths aged 20 to 30. Organized by Bethel Dwellerz, this highly anticipated annual event aims to deepen participants' understanding of Scripture while fostering a spirit of healthy competition among Christian youths nationwide. Themed " Raising Battle Axes for the Lord ", this…
*Who is Chief Kestin Pondi? Niger Delta’s “People’s Chief” Winning Hearts With Hundreds of Millions in Generosity*
Who is Chief Kestin Pondi? Niger Delta’s “People’s Chief” Winning Hearts With Hundreds of Millions in Generosity A wave of admiration is sweeping across the Niger Delta following reports that Chief Kestin Pondi, a previously low-profile businessman and philanthropist, has been quietly but consistently disbursing hundreds of millions of naira to individuals and communities in need. In a time when economic hardship continues to weigh heavily on Nigerians, Pondi’s acts of generosity are not only offering immediate relief but are also changing liv…
*One Year of A Night of Praise: A Deep Reflection on the Faith-Inspired, People-Centred Leadership of Broda Lucky*
*One Year of A Night of Praise: A Deep Reflection on the Faith-Inspired, People-Centred Leadership of Broda Lucky* -Bamofin Kayode Ajulo, OON, SAN, Ph.D. In the heart of Ondo State, a remarkable story unfolds—a narrative intricately woven with threads of faith, resilience, and divine guidance. The emergence of His Excellency, Prince Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo State whom I fondly called “Broda Lucky” is not merely a tale of political ascent; it represents the profound impact of faith-driven governance that seeks to uplif…
Antinatalists: Finally, threat to population growth, future is here As voices of youths questioning parenthood rise
Antinatalists: Finally, threat to population growth, future is here As voices of youths questioning parenthood rise In a society where children are often seen as blessings, insurance policies, and symbols of divine favour, a quiet shift is underway, particularly among urban youths who believe economic strain, social pressures, and shifting personal values are leading them to question the expectation to bear children. IFEDAYO OGUNYEMI reports on this rethink towards reproduction and the tensions it sparks across generations, religions, and regi…
Self-Care Looks Different for Everyone: Here’s How to Create Your Own Routine Without Breaking the Bank
Self-Care Looks Different for Everyone: Here’s How to Create Your Own Routine Without Breaking the Bank Between traffic jams, crazy deadlines, family demands, and the constant stress of living in a place like Lagos or Abuja, self-care can easily feel like a luxury you can’t afford. But the truth is, it doesn’t have to be a trip to the spa or a weekend getaway. Sometimes, it’s in the little everyday things that help you pause, breathe, and feel human again. Self-care is not a one-size-fits-all. For one person, it might be a short walk after wor…
Birthday Cheer to a First Lady with a Golden Heart, Dr. Nonye Soludo — Christian Aburime
Birthday Cheer to a First Lady with a Golden Heart, Dr. Nonye Soludo — Christian Aburime Today, 31st July, is a special day of celebration, a well-deserved one for Dr. Nonye Soludo, the First Lady of Anambra State and wife of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, a remarkable gem, an endearing personality, a selfless exemplar, and a graceful woman who is a year older. Reflecting on the countless ways she has touched the lives of so many, what one sees is a First Lady embodying the ideals of simplicity, decency, compassion, and stewardship that are…
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