Abducted Kaduna Anglican Priest Edwin Achi Dies In Captivity

The Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has confirmed the passing of Venerable Edwin Achi, the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero, who was abducted alongside his wife and daughter on October 28, 2025. In its announcement on Wednesday, the diocese described his death as deeply devastating, calling him “a painful loss to the entire diocese, the clergy, the church family, and all who were blessed by his faithful ministry, humble spirit, and unwavering devotion to the service of God.” While confirming Achi’s death, the church also disclosed that his wife and daughter are still being held by the kidnappers. The statement added, “We continue to pray for the release of his wife and daughter who are still in the hands of kidnappers.” As a mark of respect, the diocese cancelled its Stand Up for Jesus 2025 programme, saying, “On this note, the Stand Up for Jesus 2025 is hereby cancelled in honour of the late Venerable Edwin Achi.” Daily Trust reports that the priest and his family were seized after armed men invaded their residence in Nissi community, Chikun LGA of Kaduna, not long after the family moved into the area. The abductors were said to have demanded N600 million for their freedom. Achi hailed from Umuaja in Ukwuani Local Government Area of Delta State.

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Liverpool Humiliated 4-1 at Home by PSV Eindhoven, Slot Faces Growing Pressure

Liverpool’s struggles in Europe deepened with a shocking 4-1 home defeat to PSV Eindhoven in the UEFA Champions League, marking their third consecutive loss while conceding three or more goals in each match. The night began poorly for the Reds when Virgil van Dijk handled a corner early in the game, allowing Ivan Perisic to calmly convert from the penalty spot and give PSV a surprising lead. Liverpool responded quickly. Cody Gakpo’s initial shot was saved by Matej Kovar, but the rebound fell to Dominik Szoboszlai, who tapped in from close range to level the score. PSV thought they had regained the lead through Yarek Gasiorowski shortly after, but his goal was ruled out for offside. Despite dominating much of the first half and forcing Kovar into several key saves—including a one-handed stop from Hugo Ekitike—Liverpool could not take the lead before the break. Van Dijk even saw a header rebound off the crossbar. The second half quickly turned against the Reds. Mauro Júnior’s precise pass found Guus Til, who slotted home PSV’s second goal past Giorgi Mamardashvili. Liverpool’s woes were compounded when Ekitike was injured, forcing an unplanned substitution for Alexander Isak. PSV extended their advantage just over 15 minutes from time after an Ibrahima Konate error. Ricardo Pepi’s initial strike hit the post, but Couhaib Driouech was on hand to finish into an empty net. Slot made a final substitution, bringing on Chiesa for Konate, but it proved too little, too late. In stoppage time, Driouech completed the 4-1 rout, sending Anfield fans streaming for the exits. The defeat adds to mounting pressure on Liverpool manager Arne Slot, whose position is now under intense scrutiny. PSV celebrated one of their most memorable nights in European competition, leaving Liverpool to confront yet another humiliating setback.

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Arsenal Dominate Second Half to Edge Bayern Munich 3-1, Handing Germans First Defeat in 18 Matches

The second half of the Champions League showdown between Arsenal and Bayern Munich belonged entirely to the Gunners. Unlike the first half, Arsenal returned from the break with increased intensity and a clear attacking intent. Mikel Arteta made decisive moves in the closing stages, introducing Riccardo Calafiori, who immediately provided a brilliant assist for fellow substitute Madueke to score. Shortly after, Gabriel Martinelli was also brought on, and he made an instant impact, scoring to make it 3-1. Following a Bayern corner, Arsenal launched a swift counterattack. Manuel Neuer misjudged a long ball played to Martinelli well outside his goal, leaving the Brazilian with a simple finish into an open net. Bayern now appear set to suffer their first defeat in 18 competitive matches this season.

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Burna Boy Tour Cancelled Over Low Turnout After Sleeping Fan Incident

Burna Boy is back in the spotlight after rumours spread that parts of his tour were cancelled due to low ticket sales. The conversation online grew louder after a picture surfaced showing empty seats at a venue, alongside another image with CANCELLED boldly written across it. Fans have been quick to connect this development to the recent drama at his Denver concert, where he stopped his performance after noticing a woman asleep in the front row. He told her partner: “Take her the f**k home… I’m not doing another song till you go home.” The couple was removed, and the clip went viral within hours. The incident drew mixed reactions, with many criticising Burna Boy for embarrassing paying fans. Now, some are suggesting that the backlash is affecting turnout at his shows, pointing to the circulating photos of half-empty arenas as proof. Although there’s no official confirmation that the entire tour has been cancelled, the online speculation continues to grow, fuelled by the images and the lingering fallout from the Denver episode.

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Portable Threatens King Bolisco in Leaked Video After Leaving Zeh Nation

Portable has sparked fresh controversy after unleashing a furious outburst at his former signee, King Bolisco, who recently left Zeh Nation to pursue new opportunities. A video chat between the two surfaced online, capturing Portable’s angry reaction as he accused Bolisco of betrayal despite everything he claimed to have invested in him. Speaking with his camera off, Portable lashed out and vowed to make things difficult for the artiste who decided to move on. In the heated exchange, he warned, “After everything I did for you, I’ll make sure you suffer, if I don’t get you, my children will get you,” expressing both anger and deep resentment over Bolisco’s exit. The clip has since triggered strong reactions across social media, with many calling out Portable for his threats while others point to a recurring pattern of disputes between him and his artistes. “After Everything I Did for You, I’ll make sure you suffer , if I don’t get you, my children will get oh ” — Portable explodes as ex-artist leaves his label, issues strong warning pic.twitter.com/4SXt4Y9H6C — Vampz (@Hybrid_Ola) November 26, 2025

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BREAKING: Tinubu Declares Nationwide Security Emergency, Orders Massive Army and Police Recruitment

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a nationwide security emergency and ordered the Nigerian Army and Police to conduct a massive recruitment drive to strengthen the country’s security apparatus. In a statement issued to POLITICS NIGERIA on Wednesday evening, Tinubu instructed the Police to use National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) camps across the country as training centers for new recruits. The President said, “In view of the emerging security situation, I have declared a nationwide security emergency and directed additional recruitment into the Armed Forces. The police will recruit 20,000 additional officers, bringing their total to 50,000.” He added that officers withdrawn from VIP protection duties should undergo crash training to prepare them for deployment to areas with heightened security challenges. Tinubu also directed the Department of State Services (DSS) to deploy trained forest guards to tackle terrorists and bandits and to recruit more personnel for forest security operations, ensuring that no area serves as a hideout for criminals. “This is a national emergency, and we are responding by deploying more boots on the ground, especially in security-challenged regions. Every Nigerian has a role to play in securing the nation,” the President said. He commended security agencies for their efforts in rescuing 24 schoolgirls in Kebbi and 38 worshippers in Kwara State, and pledged continued operations to free remaining hostages, including students in Niger State. Tinubu called on the Armed Forces to uphold discipline, integrity, and vigilance, stressing that there must be no compromise, collusion, or negligence. He also assured state governments of federal support for security initiatives within their jurisdictions. The President urged the National Assembly to review laws to allow states to establish state police where needed and advised religious institutions and schools in remote areas to ensure adequate security measures. On the issue of herder-farmer conflicts, Tinubu encouraged herders to adopt ranching, surrender illegal weapons, and work with the government to achieve sustainable livestock farming and national harmony. He expressed condolences to families affected by recent attacks in Kebbi, Borno, Zamfara, Niger, Yobe, and Kwara States and paid tribute to fallen soldiers, including Brigadier-General Musa Uba. Tinubu warned that attempts to test the government’s resolve should not mistake its restraint for weakness. He urged Nigerians to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative with security agencies, emphasizing, “We are in this fight together, and together we shall win.”

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Hon. Idris Wase Urges Tinubu to Reconsider Withdrawal of Police Protection for VIPs

Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Idris Wase, has urged President Bola Tinubu to review the decision to withdraw police officers from Very Important Persons (VIPs). Naija News reports that Tinubu issued the directive on Sunday during a security meeting in Abuja attended by Service Chiefs and the Director-General of the Department of State Services. The order instructed police authorities to redeploy officers to focus on their core duties, prompting the Special Protection Unit of the Nigeria Police Force to recall all personnel attached to VIPs nationwide. Wase raised the issue on Wednesday during the resumption of debates on national security in the House of Representatives, warning that lawmakers could become targets for abduction by bandits. He called on the President to clarify how VIPs are categorized, noting that there had been past instances where Boko Haram terrorists were listed among recruits in the Army and Police Force. The new directive requires VIPs seeking protection to request armed personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) instead of relying on police officers. The Presidency said the policy is intended to increase police presence in communities, especially in remote areas where stations are often understaffed and citizens remain exposed to attacks.

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Pantami Denies Role in 2004 ATBU Student Killing, Challenges Accuser to Provide Evidence

Former Communications Minister Isa Pantami has denied allegations linking him to the 2004 killing of Sunday Achi, a student at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi. Pantami’s response came on Tuesday after an X user named Sodiq accused him of involvement in the death of the 400-level Architecture student, who was attacked and killed by a mob on campus two decades ago. The post stated: “You that killed a student in ATBU, you’re now forming holier than thou. Ori e ti daru Pantami.” Pantami described the claim as “100% untrue” and challenged the accuser to provide evidence in court. He said: “I have never killed or directed anyone to kill anyone in my life, either directly or indirectly. If you have proof, take it to court. Otherwise, provide verifiable details so I can hold you accountable for spreading false information.” He also criticized reliance on online sources, including AI tools, for spreading misinformation: “AI systems like Grok get information from online sources, which can be incorrect. I have never issued any fatwa calling for anyone’s death. If your claim is serious, take it to court instead of depending on unverifiable online posts.” The accusation brought renewed attention to remarks made in 2021 by Professor Samuel Achi, father of the late student. He explained that his son, a leader in a Christian student fellowship, was accused of circulating a tract allegedly containing blasphemous content—a claim he says was false. Professor Achi recounted that his son was strangled inside the ATBU mosque in the early hours of December 9, 2004, and his body was later found outside. He added that the governors of Kaduna and Bauchi at the time helped recover the body. Although Pantami was the Chief Imam of the mosque at the time, Professor Achi clarified that he never accused him of taking part in or directing the killing. He said he had forgiven those responsible but warned: “The blood of my son would always haunt whoever has a hand in killing him.”

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