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Lagos Pastor Missing for Three Weeks Without Trace, Wife Raises Alarm

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A woman in Lagos, Mrs. Motunrayo Nnaemeka, has cried out over the mysterious disappearance of her husband, Pastor Christian Nnaemeka, who has been missing since June 6, 2025. According to Mrs. Nnaemeka, her 43-year-old husband left their Lekki home to attend a church prayer session but vanished after stepping out around 8 p.m. for a brief walk in preparation for an all-night vigil. He never returned. Recounting the troubling days before his disappearance, she said her husband had been restless and troubled, unable to sleep and deeply immersed in prayer. On the day he went missing, the family had visited their pastor for spiritual guidance, where he was advised to stay behind for the vigil. However, events took a strange turn. Mrs. Nnaemeka revealed that her husband became increasingly unpredictable, choosing to stay back at church with their daughter and later refusing to leave the baptistery, where the child was playing in water. “He said it was what she wanted,” she recalled. “I was shocked.” The last time she saw him was when he ran off unexpectedly after trying to cross the expressway with their daughter, whom she had to forcibly retrieve. Since then, Pastor Nnaemeka has not been seen or heard from. Efforts by the family and church members to locate him have so far yielded no results. The family is appealing to the public for information or assistance in finding him.

Tension at PDP Secretariat as Heavy Security Presence Blocks NEC Meeting

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A significant security presence has been recorded at Wadata Plaza, the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, ahead of the party’s scheduled National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting today. According to Channels Television, dozens of armed policemen were deployed around the area, particularly Dalaba Street, which leads directly to the PDP secretariat. Officers were seen cordoning off access routes, effectively preventing the planned Expanded Caucus Meeting from taking place. A party official, who spoke anonymously, suggested that the deployment was a deliberate move to halt internal party proceedings amidst increasing internal tensions. The reason for the NEC meeting’s controversy remains unclear, but the presence of security forces has heightened speculation about possible factional disputes within the party. As of the time of reporting, there has been no official statement from the Nigeria Police Force or the PDP national leadership regarding the purpose of the security deployment or whether the NEC meeting will proceed. More updates are expected as the situation unfolds.

NELFUND Warns Students Against Fake Loan Portal, Urges Caution Online

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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has issued a strong warning to students and the general public about a fraudulent loan application portal and deceptive messages currently circulating on social media platforms. In a statement released on Monday in Abuja, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications at NELFUND, clarified that the information suggesting that President Bola Tinubu ordered the reopening of the student loan portal is entirely false. “The attention of NELFUND has been drawn to a fraudulent message currently circulating online, falsely claiming that President Bola Tinubu has directed the reopening of the NELFUND Student Loan portal,” the statement read. The misleading message includes a link to a fake website:https://nelfund-student-loan-2025.po-rt-al.com/NELFUND/“This website is FAKE, and the information contained in the message is false and misleading,” Oluwatuyi emphasized. She urged students, parents, and guardians to only rely on the official portal for student loan applications, which remains:🔗 https://nelf.gov.ng To protect applicants, NELFUND advised against clicking on suspicious links or sharing personal and financial information on unverified platforms. The Fund reiterated its commitment to transparency, safety, and fairness in the loan application process. For complaints or reports of suspicious activity, Oluwatuyi encouraged individuals to contact NELFUND via email at info@nelf.gov.ng or through its verified social media handles: The agency assured the public that all official announcements would be made through these platforms.

Scores of PDP, Omoluabi Members Defect to APC in Osun Ahead of 2026 Polls

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In a major political realignment ahead of the 2026 Osun State governorship election, scores of members from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Rauf Aregbesola-led Omoluabi Progressive Group have defected to the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection ceremony took place over the weekend in Ejigbo Local Government Area, where hundreds of defectors were officially received into the APC at a well-attended event held at Ilupeju Multipurpose Hall. Ejigbo APC apex leader and former senator, Mudashiru Husain, welcomed the new members, hailing their decision as a reflection of the growing appeal of the APC despite being in opposition. Husain, a leading contender for the APC’s 2026 governorship ticket, pledged fairness and inclusivity while describing the defections as a “product of purposeful and collective leadership.” “The defection of these numerous members from the PDP and Omoluabi Tendency shows that our grassroots strategy is working. Our goal is to build a broad-based movement to ensure APC’s victory in 2026 and deliver President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda in Osun,” Husain stated. He added that his ambition to govern the state was driven by a commitment to progressive ideals, party discipline, and grassroots mobilisation. “It’s not a do-or-die affair, but I’m optimistic that I’ll emerge as the APC candidate and lead us to reclaim Osun,” he said. Leaders of the defecting factions expressed their motivations for switching camps. Hon. Wole Olajire, speaking on behalf of the Omoluabi group, said their move was “from uncertainty to certainty,” while PDP defector Hon. Kareem Mubarak decried his former party’s lack of internal democracy and performance. The event also featured remarks from local APC leaders, including Ejigbo LG Chairman Hon. Ayegbayo Gbolahan, West LCDA Chairman Hon. Olayanju Kolapo, and APC Ejigbo Chairman Hon. Lateef Adegoke, who praised the defectors and committed to strengthening the party’s base ahead of the crucial polls. Ask ChatGPT

Death Toll in Gaza Rises to 45 Amid Intensified Israeli Strikes on Sunday

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At least 45 Palestinians have been killed today as Israeli airstrikes intensified across the Gaza Strip, according to local medical sources. Twenty-nine of the deaths occurred in Gaza City and northern Gaza, with the heaviest bombardments reported in the Tuffah neighbourhood and Jabalia. Reports from the ground indicate that at least 10 homes have been destroyed in these areas. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue amid the rubble, and as Israeli military operations show no sign of slowing.

CAF to Launch New Trophy for Women AFCON

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Ahead of this weekend’s kick-off of the highly-anticipated CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2024 on Saturday, the Confederation African of Football (CAF) will launch a new trophy for the Competition as part of the effort to elevate Women’s Football in Africa. The new CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Trophy will be launched on Wednesday, 02 July 2025 in Morocco, the host nation for this year’s event. The new trophy is part of CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe’s vision to grow and develop Women’s Football in Africa. CAF will launch the trophy on its digital pages in the afternoon followed by an activation event with sponsors, TotalEnergies on the same day in the evening. The CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Morrocco 2024 will kick-off on Saturday, 05 July 2025 at Olympic Stadium in Rabat when hosts, Morocco play Zambia at 21h00 local time (20h00 GMT/ 23h00 Cairo/ 22h00 Lusaka). Details of the new trophy and its designed will be unveiled on the day.

At Least 38 Killed 28 Injured in Fiery Bus Collision in Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro Region

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At least 38 people have been confirmed dead and 28 others injured following a horrific collision between a bus and a minibus in Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro region on Saturday evening. The crash occurred in the Sabasaba area after a tyre burst on one of the vehicles, causing the driver to lose control and triggering a fire that engulfed both vehicles. According to a statement from the presidency on Sunday, 36 of the victims remain unidentified due to the severity of the burns. The nationalities of the deceased have not yet been confirmed. Six of the injured remain hospitalized, while President Samia Suluhu Hassan extended her condolences to the bereaved families and called for stricter enforcement of road safety measures. Tanzania continues to struggle with frequent road accidents despite ongoing awareness campaigns. The World Health Organization estimated that between 13,000 and 19,000 people died in road accidents in the country in 2016, far exceeding the official government figure of 3,256.

Museveni Confirms 2026 Presidential Bid Vows $500bn Economy in Five Years

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has officially announced his intention to run for re-election in 2026, potentially extending his nearly 40-year hold on power. The 80-year-old leader, who has ruled the East African nation since seizing power in 1986 after a civil war, made the declaration on Saturday, stating he had submitted interest to become the presidential flag bearer of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Museveni pledged to transform Uganda’s economy from its current $66 billion GDP to a staggering $500 billion within five years — a promise that has raised eyebrows among economists and critics alike. The announcement sets the stage for a high-stakes political showdown in next January’s elections, with opposition leader and pop star-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, confirming he will also contest. Wine rejected the outcome of the 2021 election, alleging widespread fraud and security force intimidation. Uganda’s political climate remains tense following controversial parliamentary approval of a law allowing military courts to try civilians — a move critics say is aimed at silencing dissent. The Supreme Court earlier ruled such trials unconstitutional, but the government claims they are essential for national security. Rights groups, including Human Rights Watch, have long accused the Museveni administration of using security forces and the judicial system, particularly military courts, to target opposition figures. Museveni denies the accusations. As the nation heads toward another contentious electoral cycle, many Ugandans and observers are watching closely to see whether Museveni’s economic promises and political maneuvers will secure him yet another term in office.