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Catholic priest abducted in Benue, police confirm

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The Catholic Diocese of Otukpo, in a statement signed by the Diocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Joseph Itodo, said the priest was abducted on October 13. Benue State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Rev. Fr. John Otache, Parish Priest of St. Margaret’s Parish, Ajegbe-Awume, in Ohimini Local Government Area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Aondogu Orchia, said on Friday that the command had commenced full investigation into the incident and that efforts were ongoing to rescue the priest. Meanwhile, the Catholic Diocese of Otukpo, in a…

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TWELVE (12) MOST FOOLISH PEOPLE IN NIGERIA.

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Oseni Rufai By Oseni Rufai of Arise TV (1) Jobless person supporting people that are behind his or her joblessness. (2) A student who is on strike and still raising banner for those who are behind the strike (3) A father who can no longer feed the family and is still running around like a fool under the sun supporting the people that brought the poverty upon him and his family. (4) Youths who support the killers that ordered the killing of their own fellow youths. (5) Homeless and jobless…

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Gov. Otu Inspects NYSC Temporary Orientation Camp in Akamkpa

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…Approves Comprehensive Renovation and Remodelling of Obubra Permanent Camp to Improve Corps Members’ Welfare By Mandy Park Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to youth development, institutional improvement and the provision of a conducive environment for corps members undertaking their national service in the state. The Governor, represented by his deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, gave the assurance on Thursday during an inspection tour of facilities at the temporary NYSC orientation camp located at the University of Education and Entrepreneurship (UEE), Akamkpa. Odey…

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OBI MEDIA TO TINUBU: YOU CANNOT GOVERN BY PROXY, CAMPAIGN THROUGH SURROGATES, AND EXPECT VOTES FROM NIGERIANS

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Photo: Mr Peter Obi President Bola Tinubu reportedly says the demands of governance may keep him away from the campaign trail. Nigerians deserve to ask: If he cannot make time to face the electorate, why should surrogates be sent to ask for their votes? The President cannot delegate accountability. He cannot outsource the defence of his record to political allies, party chieftains, and praise singers while millions of Nigerians struggle with the consequences of his government’s policies. Surrogates can speak for the President, but they cannot answer for his failures.…

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Senate Passes Senator Moro’s Teaching Hospital Bill Into Law

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Senator Moro The Bill seeking to establish the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo Teaching Hospital, being sponsored by the Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, Comrade Abba Moro, PhD, was on Wednesday passed into law by the Senate. This was revealed in a statement by his media adviser, Mr.Emmanuel Eche’Ofun John. According to the statement, the bill passed First and Second Readings on October 8, 2025 and November 18, 2025 respectively, and a Public Hearing organized for it on July 9, 2026 by the Senate…

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Gov. Otu Assures Nigerian Army of Support for 92nd Regular Recruitment Exercise

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By Mandy Park Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, has assured the Nigerian Army of the state government’s support for its 92nd Regular Recruit Intake (92 RRI) sensitisation and public enlightenment campaign to encourage eligible youths to participate in the ongoing recruitment exercise. The Governor, represented by his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Dr. Peter Odey, gave the assurance when he received a delegation led by the Director of Coordination at the Army War College, Brigadier General Ben Ugbuji, accompanied by Lt. Col. E. Ogbonna, in Calabar. Odey commended the…

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POMR accuses APC of intimidation in Enugu, demands probe

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Photo: Mr Peter Obi By Mandy Park The POMR has accused the All Progressives Congress of allegedly resorting to intimidation and political violence in Enugu State, calling on security agencies to investigate reports of politically motivated attacks and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. The organisation condemned what it described as persistent reports of intimidation and killings linked to political activities in the state, insisting that violence must not be allowed to undermine Nigeria’s democratic process. In a statement signed by its spokesman, Idris Zekeri Jnr, POMR said…

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OWORAC rejects water privatisation, prepaid meters, warns of exclusion

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By Daniel Kanu The Our Water, Our Right Africa Coalition has rejected water privatisation and prepaid metering systems, warning that commercialising water services could deny poor and vulnerable households access to an essential human right. The coalition called on African governments to prioritise publicly funded water supply systems, improve access to safe and affordable drinking water, and strengthen public institutions responsible for water delivery. It made the call during the 2026 Africa Week of Action Against Privatisation, held in Lagos, with the theme, “Reclaiming Africa’s Water Future: Public Water for…

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FUOYE VC Honoured In Abuja For Quality Leadership

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Photo:  Prof. Joshua Ogunwole FUOYE VC By Sunday Saanu Vice Chancellor, Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Prof. Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole has been honoured for his leadership styles tailored towards rebranding the image of the university. The award, which was given as part of the 10th National Leadership, Integrity, and Development Summit organised by Centre for Ethical Conduct Orientation and Empowerment (CECOE) to mark Nigeria at 66 was in recognition of Prof. Ogunwole’s initiative to give FUOYE a new name for Africa’s future. The Executive Director of the Centre, Dr. Owah David…

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Riverpark FC Thrash Elite FC 6-2 in Explosive Abuja Tournament Opener

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By Mandy Park Host team River Park FC kicked off the first edition of the River Park Football Club Tournament in spectacular fashion on Saturday, making a bold statement with a dominant 6-2 thrashing of Elite FC. Playing on their home turf at the River Park Field, Cluster 3, River Park Estate in Abuja, the hosts put on a clinical attacking masterclass to secure three points and firmly establish themselves as the team to beat in Group A. The opening match, which kicked off at 4:00 PM, lived up to…

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