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Renowned Digital Media Expert and Publisher of 9japarrot Media and Digital Media Expert, Saeed Tijjani has been inducted as an Associate Member of the prestigious professional body, the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). NIPR President inducted Saeed Tijjani and other new members during the 4th quarterly induction held at the Institute Headquarters in Abuja on Friday, December 12, 2025. Saeed, a graduate of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria has over the years tailored his career towards Digital Media and Public Relations. He is currently pursuing Postgraduate in Journalism from International Institute of Journalism. The Kwara born Media Expert is presently…

Five men have been arrested in connection with acts of vandalism and theft at an international company in Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State. The arrests were made on the evening of December 8, 2025, during a coordinated operation by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Awkuzu, in collaboration with police personnel from Neni Divisional Headquarters. The operation was part of a follow-up investigation into a case of conspiracy and armed robbery. During the operation, the police recovered one pump-action gun, 10 live cartridges, and a black motorcycle. The suspects have been identified as Okemili Chikwado, 20; Collins…

Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, has criticized Nigeria’s political elite for treating public office as a personal or family enterprise rather than a duty to the nation. Speaking at the 15th anniversary of Enough is Enough Nigeria in Lagos, Sanusi said the political class frequently sidelines national development opportunities, prioritizing their own interests, those of their families, and close associates. “We have done enough damage, and maybe we need to stop. Not just missed opportunities, I think sometimes deliberately missed opportunities,” Sanusi stated. “The reason we miss these opportunities is because we have people who think public office is about…

Nigerian troops deployed in Taraba State have successfully rescued a kidnapped man in Lau Local Government Area, the Army has confirmed. The victim, 40-year-old Alhaji Shuaibu, a Fulani resident of Yelwata Community in Ardo-Kola LGA, was abducted around 9:05 a.m. on December 11, 2025, near Yaja village. Acting on credible human intelligence, the troops quickly mobilized and pursued the kidnappers, rescuing Shuaibu unharmed by 11:00 a.m. the same day. The Nigerian Army stated that the security situation in the area remains calm and urged residents to maintain vigilance to prevent further incidents. The operation highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-led actions…

Media personality Toke Makinwa has once again set social media alight with a bold statement, asserting that men, rather than women, are the “biggest gold diggers in the world.” Her comments have sparked heated debate, with many people weighing in on the conversation across various platforms. Toke argued that a significant number of men deliberately pursue women from wealthy or financially stable families, not out of love or companionship, but as a strategy to secure long-term financial comfort. According to her, these men are confident and unapologetic about their motives, openly navigating relationships to maximize their financial gains. She questioned…

Ex-Premier League referee David Coote, 43, will be sentenced next year after pleading guilty to making a “category A” indecent image of a child. Coote, from Newark, admitted to creating one indecent image on January 2, 2020. Category A is the most serious classification and includes downloading, sharing, or saving such material, carrying a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. He was due to be sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court, but the hearing was postponed to January 8 because his barrister could not appear. Following his guilty plea in October, Coote was placed under the Sex Offender Register, with…

A Hampstead man, Wilbert Lamont Robinson, 44, has been sentenced for the shocking murder of his mother, sister, and 13-year-old son in Wilmington, North Carolina, more than three years after the tragic incident occurred at a local shopping center. Robinson pleaded guilty on Wednesday, December 10, in New Hanover County Superior Court to three counts of second-degree murder, as part of a plea agreement that reduced his original first-degree murder charges. The plea came in lieu of a jury trial, which prosecutors had scheduled for late March 2026. The victims, Diretta Robinson, 65, Trina Robinson, 48, and Isiah Hansley, were…

A married mother-of-three has opened up about her decision to leave the United Kingdom and relocate back to Nigeria, revealing that mental health challenges and the absence of a support system were key factors in her move. Sharing a recent photo on Facebook, she described her state in the UK as “sad, anxious, constantly exhausted, and unable to find anything that brought me joy.” She explained that both she and her children were struggling, and daily life felt increasingly overwhelming. “I was burnt out, my kids were unhappy, and every day felt heavier than the last. I was living on…

A staff member of Vine Crest College, Magaji Adebanjo, has appealed for urgent help after being kidnapped by armed men along the Kabba road in Kogi State. In a video released by his abductors and published by SaharaReporters, Adebanjo appeared distressed as he introduced himself and explained that he was travelling from Iperu to Abuja when the incident occurred. He stated that his kidnappers are demanding ₦100 million for his release. Adebanjo, who hails from Imo Arikoko in the Akoko area of Ondo State, pleaded for assistance from Nigerians, mentioning that he has a pregnant wife, a four‑year‑old son, and…

Thai Immigration Police have arrested a Nigerian national identified as Chibuike after he was caught with 40 ecstasy pills and 10 grams of cocaine during an undercover sting operation in Bangkok. The arrest took place at a condominium in Soi Inthamara 25 on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, following a detailed investigation by Division 1 of the Immigration Bureau’s Investigation Unit. Authorities say the suspect had been supplying narcotics to groups of foreign tourists around the Samsen Nai area of Phaya Thai District. Press Conference and Police Briefing On December 11 at 1:00 PM, senior Immigration Bureau officials held a press…