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Frank Donga Takes Up New Role With Canadian Ministry Of Agriculture

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Nigerian comedian and actor Frank Donga has taken a major career leap as he joins the Government of Saskatchewan in Canada as a Multimedia Communications Specialist. Known for his humor and creative storytelling, Donga will now be working with the province’s Ministry of Agriculture, where he plans to merge his passion for filmmaking with his growing interest in agriculture. Sharing the news on social media, he wrote, “My people! I’ve been cooking something! Combining my love for filmmaking with my passion for agriculture.” He continued, “Thank you all for reaching out! I’ve been working on cinematic agriculture stories. Watch this space for some inspiring content.” The announcement has drawn positive reactions from fans and colleagues, who praised him for his innovation, adaptability, and career evolution beyond entertainment.  

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FCT Police Arrest 12 Over Killing of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 12 suspects in connection with the armed robbery that killed Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu and security guard Barnabas Danlami at Unique Apartments, Gishiri Village, Katampe District, Abuja, in the early hours of September 29. The arrests came after a directive from the FCT Commissioner of Police to identify and apprehend those responsible. The Scorpion Squad, led by ACP Victor Godfrey and acting on intelligence from Giga Forensics, a subsidiary of EIB STRATOC, tracked and arrested the suspects across the FCT and neighbouring states. The suspects include Shamsudeen Hassan (Malumfashi, Katsina), Hassan Isah, 22 (Zaria, Kaduna), Abubakar Alkamu a.k.a. Abba, 27 (Musawa, Katsina), Sani Sirajo a.k.a. Dan Borume, 20 (Malumfashi, Katsina), Mashkur Jamilu a.k.a. Abba, 28 (Igabi, Kaduna), Suleiman Badamasi a.k.a. Dan-Sule, 21 (Malumfashi, Katsina), Abdul Salam Saleh a.k.a. Na-Durudu (Katsina, Katsina), Zaharadeen Muhammad a.k.a. Gwaska, 23 (Chikun, Kaduna), Musa Adamu a.k.a. Musa Hassan, 30 (Malumfashi, Katsina), Sumayya Mohammed a.k.a. Baby, 27 (Sammaka, Kaduna), Isah Abdulrahman a.k.a. Abbati, 25 (Zaria, Kaduna), and Musa Umar a.k.a. Small, 31 (Maiduguri, Borno). Police said four suspects, including Hassan and Alkamu, were traced after using the victims’ stolen phones. During questioning, Hassan allegedly admitted to shooting Danlami when he resisted the gang, while Sirajo reportedly struggled with Maduagwu, trying to prevent her from falling during the attack. Authorities said the gang sold some of the stolen items, with each member receiving N200,000. Recovered items include a fabricated AK-47 rifle, a pump-action gun, a locally made pistol, 36 rounds of 9mm ammunition, two live cartridges, four phones belonging to the victims, two knives, a cutlass, and nine torchlights used in the robbery. On Wednesday, operatives intercepted additional suspects, including Musa Umar and Hassan Isah, allegedly heading for another robbery in Maitama, Abuja. “All suspects have confessed to the crimes. Investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided,” the FCT Police said, noting that photos of the suspects are being withheld to avoid compromising efforts to arrest other fleeing accomplices.  

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Sowore Schedules October 20 Protest To Aso Rock Demanding Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

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Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has called for a protest march to Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja on October 20, demanding the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. Sowore announced the plan on his X account, @YeleSowore, stating that the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow march will begin at 7 a.m. The activist described the demonstration as “historic,” aimed at pressuring the federal government to respect court orders for Kanu’s unconditional release. Kanu has been held by the Department of State Services (DSS) since June 2021 after his extradition from Kenya, facing charges of terrorism and treasonable felony. His continued detention, despite several court rulings, has drawn criticism from human rights groups and sparked occasional protests in the South-East. The march comes exactly a year after the #EndSARS memorial and is seen by supporters as a renewed call for justice and accountability. Security agencies have yet to respond to the planned demonstration.  

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Sowore Calls On Peter Obi, Soludo, Abaribe, And Alex Otti To Lead Peaceful Protest For Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

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Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has urged prominent South-East figures, including Peter Obi, Anambra Governor Charles Soludo, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, and Abia Governor Alex Otti, to join a peaceful march to Aso Rock demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). On Tuesday, Sowore posted on his official X account, appealing to governors, lawmakers, traditional rulers, and Nigerians who support Kanu’s freedom to go beyond words and actively participate in the protest. He pledged to personally lead the effort. “No more empty noise,” Sowore declared, calling for a united, lawful, and visible push to end Kanu’s “persecution.” He emphasized that political differences should be set aside for this cause. Kanu’s terrorism trial recently faced a setback when Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed his no-case submission. The court ruled that the prosecution’s evidence, including testimonies from five witnesses, established a prima facie case, requiring Kanu to enter his defense. The trial has been adjourned to October 8, pending a report from the Nigerian Medical Association on Kanu’s health, which will determine the next hearing date. Sowore’s call intensifies pressure on South-East leaders as Kanu’s detention remains a key flashpoint in Nigeria’s political landscape.  

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House of Reps Rejects US Senate Claim Of Christian Genocide In Nigeria

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The Nigerian House of Representatives has dismissed claims by the US Senate framing the country’s security challenges as a “genocide against Christians” or evidence of state-sponsored persecution. The response comes after US lawmaker Riley Moore called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to act against what he described as the “systematic persecution and slaughter of Christians” in Nigeria, calling it the deadliest country in the world for the faith. Moore also urged that Nigeria be redesignated as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) and that arms sales be suspended until the government demonstrates a “tangible commitment” to ending the violence. In a motion presented by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, the House directed relevant committees to collaborate with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Nigerian Embassy in Washington D.C., and security agencies to file a formal diplomatic protest against the sponsors of the US resolution within 21 days. The motion, titled “Need for a Coordinated Diplomatic and Domestic Response to the Proposed Nigerian Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025 (U.S. Senate Bill 2747),” received unanimous support. Speaking on National Assembly TV, Kalu said the measure was necessary to counter “the mischaracterisation of Nigeria’s security and religious freedom landscape.” “The House outrightly rejects narratives that frame Nigeria’s security crisis as a purely religious conflict or a state-sponsored persecution,” he said. “Our Constitution guarantees freedom of thought, conscience, and religion and bars the adoption of a state religion. Successive administrations, security agencies, and faith leaders have worked to protect all worshippers and prosecute offenders.” Kalu explained that US Senate Bill 2747, introduced on September 9, 2025, seeks to compel the US Secretary of State to designate Nigeria as a CPC and impose sanctions on Nigerian officials under the Global Magnitsky framework. He warned that such a move, based on “incomplete or decontextualised assessments,” could distort facts, strain diplomatic relations, and embolden violent actors. He further noted that Nigeria’s security crisis is complex and multi-dimensional, fueled by insurgency, banditry, farmer-herder clashes, separatist violence, and communal conflicts affecting citizens of all faiths. “International reporting attributes a significant portion of fatalities to terrorist groups and criminal gangs, not state policy or any single religious group,” Kalu said. The deputy speaker reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to human rights and religious freedom, emphasizing that violence against any person based on faith is condemned. “We commiserate with all victims, irrespective of religion,” he added. While underscoring Nigeria’s “longstanding partnership with the United States,” the House insisted that the country’s sovereignty must be respected in international discourse.  

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139 Million Nigerians Still In Poverty – World Bank Urges Reforms To Improve Living Standards

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The World Bank has urged Nigeria to ensure that the positive results of its ongoing economic reforms directly improve the living standards of its citizens, as new data shows that about 139 million Nigerians are currently living in poverty. Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during the launch of the latest Nigeria Development Update (NDU) report. Verghis commended the federal government for its bold reforms, particularly the removal of petrol subsidies and the unification of the exchange rate, describing them as transformative policies that have helped stabilise the economy and laid the groundwork for long-term growth. “Over the last two years, Nigeria has implemented major reforms around the exchange rate and petrol subsidy. These policies have laid the foundation for transforming the country’s economic trajectory for decades to come,” he said. According to him, the results are becoming visible through rising government revenues, a more stable foreign exchange market, improving reserves, and a gradual slowdown in inflation. “Growth has picked up, revenues have risen, debt indicators are improving, the FX market is stabilising, reserves are rising, and inflation is finally beginning to come down. These are major achievements, and many countries would envy them,” Verghis noted. However, he expressed concern that millions of Nigerians are yet to feel the impact of these macroeconomic gains, warning that reforms must translate into real improvements in people’s lives. “Despite these stabilisation gains, many Nigerians are still struggling. In 2025, we estimate that 139 million Nigerians live in poverty. The challenge is clear: how to translate reform gains into better living standards for all,” he added. The new NDU report, titled “From Policy to People: Bringing the Reform Gains Home,” outlines a three-point plan for sustaining economic progress — reducing inflation, improving public spending efficiency, and expanding social safety nets. Verghis highlighted that tackling food inflation should be a priority, as it disproportionately affects low-income households and could erode public support for ongoing reforms. “Food inflation affects everyone but hits the poor the hardest. It also threatens to undermine political support for reforms. Tight monetary policy is essential, but it must be complemented by structural measures that tackle supply and market bottlenecks,” he explained. He also called for better management of public funds and stronger social protection systems to cushion economic hardship and promote inclusive growth. “These are not abstract ideas — they are practical steps that can turn macro-stability into improved livelihoods,” Verghis said.

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FG, Benue Govt Partner To Sponsor 39 Artisans for Training in Belarus

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ABUJA — The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Benue State Government, has sponsored 39 artisans to undergo training in the Republic of Belarus, as part of efforts to expand job opportunities and enhance youth empowerment across the country. The initiative, implemented under the International Job Placement Programme, aims to equip Nigerian youths with technical and vocational skills that will make them globally competitive while fostering economic development. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, urged the beneficiaries to be worthy ambassadors of Nigeria, stressing that the programme goes beyond job creation to include technology transfer and international exposure. “This initiative offers not just decent jobs, but also opportunities for the transfer of technology and skills which participants will eventually bring back home,” Onyejeocha said. The collaboration builds on a 2019 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) and the Government of Belarus to promote workforce development and mutual skill exchange. According to the Director-General of the NDE, Silas Agara, the request for state participation in the programme was sent to all 36 states and the FCT, but Benue was the first to meet the sponsorship requirements. “The contract for the programme spans ten years and is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory performance,” Agara explained.“Each beneficiary has also signed an agreement to remit ₦300,000 from their monthly earnings to support their families, as well as contribute a portion to a state fund designed to assist other artisans in Benue.” The Director-General of the Benue Bureau of Entrepreneurship and Wealth Creation, Benita Shuluwa, said the programme aligns with the state’s vision to build a globally competitive workforce capable of contributing meaningfully to both the local and international economy. The government expressed confidence that the skills and experiences gained in Belarus will ultimately enhance productivity, stimulate innovation, and create more employment opportunities upon the artisans’ return.

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Court Orders Arrest Of Ex-INEC Chairman Mahmoud Yakubu For Contempt

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The Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, Osun State, has ordered the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest the immediate past Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmoud Yakubu, for alleged contempt of court. The order was issued just hours after Yakubu officially handed over as INEC chairman. The case stems from a suit filed by the Action Alliance (AA) accusing INEC and its former chairman of disobeying a court judgment delivered by Justice Funmilola Demi-Ajayi in suit number FHC/OS/CS/194/2024. The judgment had directed INEC to upload the names of the party’s National Chairman, Adekunle Rufai Omoaje, and other members of its National Executive Committee (NEC) onto the commission’s official website. The court also upheld the party’s elective convention held on October 7, 2023, which produced Omoaje as the legitimate national chairman, stating that the exercise was properly monitored by INEC officials. Although INEC maintained that it had complied with the judgment, the Action Alliance argued that the commission failed to fully obey the order, as Omoaje’s name was still missing from the portal. The court expressed displeasure over the partial compliance, noting that while other NEC members’ names were uploaded, the omission of the national chairman’s name violated its directive. In a fresh ruling dated October 7, 2025, and signed by O.M. Kilani on behalf of the Court Registrar, the court directed the Inspector General of Police to arrest and prosecute Yakubu for contempt within seven days. Additionally, the court awarded a cost of ₦100,000 against the judgment creditors.  

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