Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo say more than 50 inmates broke out of Luebo prison in Kasai province over the weekend.Officials reported that the jail was left completely empty following the incident. According to a statement from prison authorities, the escape appeared to have been organized in advance rather than spontaneous.Security personnel described…
Armed men stormed a Catholic church in Enugu State on Sunday, abducting a seminarian and a number of worshippers during the attack.Eyewitnesses said the gunmen invaded the premises while service was ongoing. They reportedly fired shots to create panic before taking some people with them as they fled the scene.Among those kidnapped was a seminarian…
A case of alleged fraud has sparked tension in parts of Katsina State after a man reportedly collected N95 million from a notorious bandit leader under false pretenses. According to Hon. Abdullahi Aliyu, also called General, who represents Musawa/Matazu Federal Constituency, the suspect was given the large sum to procure and deliver high-grade weapons.Instead of…
The Presidency has responded sharply to Catholic bishops and Cardinal John Onaiyekan following their remarks and decision to make details of a meeting with President Bola Tinubu public.Officials said they were displeased with both the tone and the manner in which the meeting was discussed outside. They argued that such engagements should remain confidential and…
Reality TV star Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has issued a legal warning to streamer Carter Efe over comments she says damaged her reputation. In a pre-action notice dated July 30, Phyna’s lawyers at Eko Solicitors & Advocates accused Carter Efe, real name Joseph Oderhohwo Efe, of making defamatory statements during a livestream on…