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Global Update

WAR UPDATE: Ukrainian Forces Shoot Down 27 Russian Drones In Stunning Overnight Victory

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WAR UPDATE: Ukrainian Forces Shoot Down 27 Russian Drones In Stunning Overnight Victory.

In the early hours of December 16, 2024, the Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully thwarted a major aerial attack from the Russian military, shooting down a total of 27 Russian drones, including Shahed- type UAVs. This operation unfolded between 01:00 and 08: 30, as the Ukrainian Air Force responded to a drone offensive launched from areas near Russia’s Bryansk and Orel regions.

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Nigerian Army Captures Notorious Bandit Leader, Baka Wurgi Linked to Emir of Gobir’s Murder

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Nigerian Army Captures Notorious Bandit Leader, Baka Wurgi Linked to Emir of Gobir’s Murder.

Troops of the 1 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have apprehended a notorious bandit leader and arms dealer, Bako Wurgi, alias Baka NaGarba, suspected to be behind the murder of the Emir of Gobir, Alhaji Isa Mohammad Bawa, in Sokoto State.

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SSAP Yakasai Lauds Niger State Governor’s Leadership During Courtesy Visit

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SSAP Yakasai Lauds Niger State Governor’s Leadership During Courtesy Visit.

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement for the Northwest, Honourable Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai, recently paid a courtesy visit to his friend, His Excellency Mohammed Umar Bago, the Executive Governor of Niger State, at the Government House in Minna. 

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News

Tackling Economic Barriers to TB Treatment is Crucial in the Fight to End TB’ – Mrs. Deborah Ikeh

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Tackling Economic Barriers to TB Treatment is Crucial in the Fight to End TB’ – Mrs. Deborah Ikeh.

The Executive Director of the Debriche Health Development Centre (DHDC), Mrs. Deborah Ikeh, has emphasized that addressing economic barriers is crucial to eradicating tuberculosis (TB) in Nigeria.

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Nigerian Couple Calls for Dismissal of Army Major and N150m Compensation Over Alleged Assault Following Road Incident (Video)

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Nigerian Couple Calls for Dismissal of Army Major and N150m Compensation Over Alleged Assault Following Road Incident (Video).

A letter addressed to the Chief of Army Staff has surfaced, accusing senior Nigerian Army officers, Major General G.S. Mohammed and Corporal A. Abubakar, of misconduct and assault. The legal petition, filed by Tom Uja & Co., demands the dismissal of the officers involved and seeks ₦150 million in compensation for the victims.

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How Abdullahi Yakasai’s Impact on Northwest Nigeria Landed Him Toktok9ja’s October Cover

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Honourable Abdullahi Yakasai’s achievements as the Senior Special Assistant to the President (SSAP) on Community Engagement (Northwest) have been the center of public discussion in recent months. His commitment and results-driven leadership earned him the prestigious spotlight on the cover of Toktok9ja Magazine for its October edition, a recognition that many believe he has well-deserved.

A renowned politician and philanthropist, Honourable Abdullahi Yakasai is known for his passion for development, especially in the Northwest region of Nigeria. Through his office, he has championed numerous initiatives that have transformed the lives of vulnerable communities, including women and children, across the region.

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Update on Chikwado Celestine Eze’s Death After Being Buried Alive for Ritual Fortification

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Update on Chikwado Celestine Eze’s Death After Being Buried Alive for Ritual Fortification.

The tragic case of Chikwado Celestine Eze, a 26-year-old Nigerian man who died during a ritual intended to fortify him for a trip abroad, has taken a disturbing turn. Enugu State Police Command recently announced the arrests of two individuals in connection with this incident: a native doctor named Enuwa Odugu, 48, and Uwakwe Eze, 67, the father of the deceased. They face charges of conspiracy and murder.

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U.S. Takes Action Against Chinese Companies for Manufacturing Weapons for Russia

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U.S. Takes Action Against Chinese Companies for Manufacturing Weapons for Russia.

The United States has sanctioned two China-based drone suppliers and their alleged Russian associates, marking the first time it has penalized Chinese companies for providing complete weapons systems to Russia amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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First African to Win UK Sword of Honour – Officer David Sangokoya

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First African to Win UK Sword of Honour – Officer David Sangokoya.

The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has recognized Flying Officer David Sangokoya for earning the prestigious 2023/2024 Royal Air Force College Cranwell International Cadet Sword of Honour.

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Global Update

Aziz Salha, Infamous for Lynching Israeli Soldiers, Killed in Gaza Strike 24 Years Later

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Aziz Salha, Infamous for Lynching Israeli Soldiers, Killed in Gaza Strike 24 Years Later.

Israeli forces have killed Aziz Salha, a notorious terrorist involved in the brutal lynching of two captured soldiers. Salha gained infamy in 2000 when he was photographed waving his blood-covered hands after the murder of Israeli reservists Vadim Norzhich and Yosef Avrahami in Ramallah.

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Gossip

Just In: IDF Uncovers Extensive Hezbollah Weapons and Infrastructure in Lebanon Raids

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Just In: IDF Uncovers Extensive Hezbollah Weapons and Infrastructure in Lebanon Raids.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have ramped up military operations against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, focusing on neutralizing the group’s military capabilities that pose a threat to Israeli communities. According to an IDF spokesperson, recent raids have uncovered and dismantled a vast network of underground infrastructure, thousands of military targets, and large caches of weapons, including explosives.

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Global Update

Whoever attacks us, we attack them, Iran made a big mistake tonight and will pay for it – Netanyahu

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Whoever attacks us, we attack them, Iran made a big mistake tonight and will pay for it – Netanyahu.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that the Islamic Republic would regret its decision to launch missiles into Israeli territory. The attack, which took place on Tuesday, saw several missiles fired from Iran, with a portion landing in central and southern Israel.

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Global Update

Israeli Forces Launch ‘Targeted’ Ground Operation in Lebanon

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Israeli Forces Launch ‘Targeted’ Ground Operation in Lebanon.

On Monday, Israeli military forces crossed into southern Lebanon, carrying out what they described as “limited, localized, and targeted ground raids” against Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. According to U.S. officials, the goal of the operation is to push Hezbollah further away from the Israeli border. The operation is expected to last for days rather than weeks.

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Global Update

Rebels in Congo Generate $300,000 Monthly from Illegal Mining – UN Report

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Rebels in Congo Generate $300,000 Monthly from Illegal Mining – UN Report.

The United Nations Security Council was briefed on Monday about the substantial revenue being generated by rebel groups in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), specifically from illegal mining operations. The council was informed about ongoing illicit activities in the tantalum-rich region of Rubaya.

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Nigeria at 64: Nothing Worth Celebrating, Tinubu Government Lacks Direction – Primate Ayodele

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Nigeria at 64: Nothing Worth Celebrating, Tinubu Government Lacks Direction – Primate Ayodele.

Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has stated that Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary offers no reason for celebration, citing a lack of significant progress in the country.

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Independence Day 2024: We are working to stabilise the economy and secure the country – Tinubu

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Independence Day 2024: We are working to stabilise the economy and secure the country – Tinubu.

President Bola Tinubu says that his administration is implementing measures to reduce the high cost of living in the country.

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Yahaya Bello’s Drama with the EFCC, His Alleged Arrest, Shottings in Government Lodge, and Everything You Need to Know Updated

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Yahaya Bello’s Drama with the EFCC, His Alleged Arrest, Shottings in Government Lodge, And Everything You Need to Know Updated.

What was supposed to be a “soft landing” deal for Yahaya Bello, immediate-past governor of Kogi state, to end his protracted face-off with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) went awry at the car park of the anti-graft agency on Wednesday morning.

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How Youths in Sokoto Reacted After the Killing of Monarch – Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa

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How Youths in Sokoto Reacted After the Killing of Monarch – Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa.

The killing of Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa, the Sarkin Gobir of Gatawa, has left the people of Sabon Birni Gobir in Sokoto State in shock and anger. The monarch’s death, after being held captive by criminals, has caused deep sadness and frustration in the community, especially among the youths.

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News

38-Year-Old Father Commits Suicide Over Hardship in Nasarawa State

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38-Year-Old Father Commits Suicide Over Hardship in Nasarawa State.

The growing economic hardship in Nigeria has claimed another tragic victim, with news reaching us that a 38-year-old father of three took his own life in Nasarawa State due to financial difficulties. The devastating event occurred in Masaka, Angwan Jaba, located in Karu Local Government Area.

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“I took her to a bush and removed what my native doctor told me to remove from her b0dy” -Suspect

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“I took her to a bush and removed what my native doctor told me to remove from her b0dy” -Suspect.

A university student in Lokoja, Jeremiah Paul, who was recently arrested by the Kogi State Police Command for killing a female student, Abigail Damilola, has confessed that he removed some of her body parts after previously denying it.

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