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Enugu State government has expressed deep sadness over the gruesome murder of Rev Fr Mathew Eya and announced a ₦10 million reward for anyone with credible information that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrators. Rev Fr Eya, the Catholic Priest at St Charles Church, Eha-Ndiagu, in Nsukka Local Government Area of the state, was killed on Friday by unknown assassins. The Enugu State Government has strongly condemned the gruesome murder of Rev Fr Mathew Eya of Nsukka Catholic Diocese by unknown assailants along the Eha-Ndiagu road. No fewer than 12 bullet holes were found in his cream-colored Camry…

The Federal Government has threatened to revoke the contract for the Abuja-Lokoja highway reconstruction if the contractor fails to accelerate work, Minister of Works David Umahi said on Saturday during an inspection of the project. Umahi acknowledged the quality of work delivered so far but expressed concern over the slow pace. “The quality of the job is excellent, the pace of the work is nonsense,” he said. He told the contractor that payment would be made according to milestone completion, and warned that “for those who cannot meet up, we will divide their jobs and give to those who can.”…

Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki has described the weekend’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kwara State’s successful local government congresses as a clear demonstration of unwavering commitment to inclusiveness, fairness, and internal democracy across the state’s 16 council areas. A statement signed by his Press Officer (local matters), Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, on Sunday, quoted Saraki saying that “the outcome of the congresses has once again demonstrated the PDP as a credible alternative capable of restoring good governance, not only in Kwara State but also across Nigeria.” He noted that the exercise has further positioned the party’s maturity, unity, and sense of responsibility at…

Recently, with increasing volatility in the cryptocurrency market, XRP and DOGE have shown a new trend: holders are no longer content with simply chasing price increases, but are increasingly seeking “stable returns.” While mainstream cryptocurrencies like SOL and ETH have potential for growth, volatile price fluctuations also carry significant risks.It is in this context that more and more XRP/DOGE holders have begun to flock to MSP Miner to convert part of their assets into daily cash flow. Instead of constantly watching the market and worrying about market fluctuations, it’s better to lock in passive income through cloud mining contracts, enjoying…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe A Lagos-based cleric, Prophetess Funmilayo Kolawole, has revealed how she lost five of her children in the course of enduring a series of troubled marriages, spiritual battles, and deep personal suffering. Speaking with one of our correspondents, Kolawole, who is now in her 60s, detailed how each of her five children died under painful and mysterious circumstances, attributing many of the deaths to spiritual issues and toxic marital decisions influenced by family pressure. The prophetess, who currently lives in Lagos, described how she was forced into marriage by her mother at a young age, stating that this was…

Alex Iwobi, Gift Orban and Asisat Oshoala were among the standout Nigerian performers across Europe and the Middle East on a Saturday packed with goals, drama and headlines, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigeria’s Iwobi inspires Fulham At Craven Cottage, Alex Iwobi produced a game-changing display as Fulham came from behind to beat Brentford 3-1. The Super Eagles midfielder levelled the score in the 38th minute, pouncing on a loose ball after Nathan Collins’ failed clearance. Nigeria and Fulham star Alex Iwobi. Photo by IMAGO Just 98 seconds later, Iwobi turned provider, sliding a neat pass into the path of Harry Wilson, who…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has once again dismissed claims that he sought to extend his presidency beyond two terms, insisting that he never pursued a third term in office. Speaking at the Democracy Dialogue organised by the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in Accra, Ghana, Obasanjo said there is no Nigerian, living or dead, who could truthfully claim that he solicited their support for a third term agenda. “I’m not a fool. If I wanted a third term, I know how to go about it. And there is no Nigerian, dead or alive, that would say I called him and told him…

The Cross River Local Government Service Commission (CRLGSC) has uncovered 800 ghost workers who were still receiving salaries from local government funds. Chairman of the commission, Mr. Darlington Bassey Eyo, disclosed this to journalists in Calabar after the conclusion of a personnel audit and verification exercise across the state’s 18 local government areas. Eyo said the audit was part of efforts to sanitise the public service, reduce the state’s wage bill, and ensure that only eligible employees remain on the payroll. “During the exercise, the commission discovered 800 ghost workers whose names have now been removed from the payroll,” he…

Global investor enthusiasm for XRP is growing. Several institutional analysts predict that by 2026, XRP’s price could break through the $30 mark and even test $34. This bullish outlook stems from multiple factors: Technical charts indicate the formation of a “double bottom breakout” pattern; Institutional capital is pouring into the crypto market at an accelerating pace; The probability of approval of a spot XRP ETF has significantly increased. If these driving factors converge, XRP could continue its tenfold growth from the previous bull market.Beyond “Holding and Waiting”: SAVVY MINING Unleashes Dual ReturnsRelying solely on price appreciation may not be enough…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Gynaecologists and dermatologists have warned expectant mothers to exercise caution in the use of skincare products during pregnancy, stressing that substances applied to the skin can be absorbed into the bloodstream and potentially harm the developing fetus. The experts agreed that while beauty and self-care are important, they must never come at the cost of a baby’s safety. Speaking exclusively to PUNCH Healthwise, the specialists stressed that expectant mothers should prioritise the health of their unborn children above cosmetic concerns and consult their healthcare providers whenever they are in doubt about any product. Dr Akinsola Akinde A consultant…