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A viral video has captured Hon. Chima Njoku, Chairman of Etche Local Government Area in Rivers State, stating that Masters and Ph.D. holders are not welcome to seek jobs within his jurisdiction. In the widely circulated footage, Njoku said: “Masters and Ph.D. holders should go to Port Harcourt and look for work. They should not come near me. My local government is for BSc and WAEC holders. Don’t ever address me with that professor title attached to your name.” Njoku further emphasized that individuals who have not contributed to the development of Etche should not expect access to local resources.…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu convened an extended security meeting at the State House with all Service Chiefs, including the Inspector-General of Police, the Director-General of the DSS, and heads of Nigeria’s intelligence agencies. According to a statement on his social media page, the President said the meeting focused on reviewing the latest security reports and taking decisive actions to stabilize affected areas and protect citizens. He added: “I am receiving continuous briefings and have directed our security services to move with speed, precision, and absolute resolve. As President, I am fully committed to the security of all Nigerians. Those who…

The Nollywood industry has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of actor Odira Nwobu. Emeka Rollas, President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, confirmed to LIB that Odira, along with eight other influencers, had traveled to South Africa for work when he unexpectedly passed away on Monday, November 24. An autopsy is being awaited to determine the exact cause of death. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the late actor may have suffered from high blood pressure prior to his sudden passing. A photo of Odira, shared on his social media just hours before his death, has since circulated widely.…

A Nigerian master’s degree graduate, Hammed, has passed away in the United Kingdom, just one year after traveling there to further his education. Hammed, 36, from Ayete in Oyo State, held a Master’s degree in Business and Management from the University of Plymouth. According to organisers of a GoFundMe appeal, his health deteriorated suddenly due to advanced cancer, despite his efforts to complete his programme. A GoFundMe campaign, initially set up to support his medical care, was updated after his passing to raise funds for his burial in the UK. The organisers, Mariam Ajibola and Mohammed Chaanda, described Hammed as…

The Benue State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to a deadly attack on Anwule community in Ohimini Local Government Area, which left several residents, including a pastor, dead. The suspects include Isah Peter and Moses Peter from Agatu LGA, along with a Fulani herdsman. Isah, who acted as commander of the Eguma community vigilante group, allegedly used a community-owned firearm during the attack. The 22-year-old reportedly confessed to acting on the orders of a man known as “Pepper,” who instructed him to supply the weapon. He also admitted involvement in a series of violent incidents along the Otukpo–Oweto…

Madrid authorities say an 18-year-old suspected jihadist was tasered and later shot by elite counter-terror police after allegedly stabbing three people in the Puente de Vallecas district while shouting “Allahu Akbar.” The suspect reportedly attempted to attack officers while reciting verses from the Quran inside his flat. The standoff ended when officers, after their Taser guns failed to subdue him, fired four shots. The teenager was taken to Gregorio Marañón Hospital under police guard. The attack occurred on Saturday after police received reports of a man armed with a large knife. An elderly woman reportedly sustained neck injuries, and two…

The Eastern South Regional Police Command of the Ghana Police Service has arrested a man linked to the killing of FRSC officer Lasisi Funmilayo Oluwamayokun and her daughter, Sewa Lasisi, in Nigeria. The suspect, Victor Benjamin Fejemirokum, was arrested on Sunday, November 23, after police intelligence revealed he had fled Nigeria and was hiding at a friend’s home in Akyem Wenchi, near Akwatia. Regional Commander George Ohene-Boadi said officers immediately launched an intelligence-led operation and captured the suspect at the location. According to the police commander: “The suspect was wanted by the Nigerian Police for the killing of a woman…

Pope Leo XIV will commence his first international journey this Thursday, embarking on a six-day visit to Turkey and Lebanon. The trip aims to promote Christian unity and advocate for peace amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Elected in May, the US-born pontiff faces his first major international engagement, showcasing a quieter, understated style that contrasts with the charismatic approach of his predecessor, Pope Francis. Visit to TurkeyThe Pope’s visit to Turkey, a historic crossroads between East and West, is primarily focused on fostering dialogue with Islam. He is scheduled to meet President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara on…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the cybercrime trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to February 4, 2026. The case, scheduled for hearing on Monday before Justice Mohammed Umar, could not proceed due to the judge’s absence. The new date has now been fixed for the commencement of the full trial. This is the latest in a series of delays. A previous hearing set for October 21 was also stalled, reportedly because of a protest demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu. The six-count charge against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan was filed on June 30 by the Director of Public Prosecution of…

Residents of Garam, a community in Niger State bordering the FCT, have reported the discovery of five deceased individuals in a bush near a farmland along the Bwari/Abuja–Kaduna bypass road, close to Kagarko. According to locals, the bodies were found on November 22, 2025, after a community elder noticed a strong smell while working on his beans farm. Community youth secretary Tanko Dikko said the villagers immediately alerted authorities after confirming the discovery. Dikko, who joined in the burial process, explained that officials from the Tafa Local Government social welfare unit and the police visited the scene before the remains…