Yobe High Court sentences man popularly known as Daddy to death by hanging over death of his wife

 The Yobe State High Court-1 sitting in Damaturu has sentenced a 45-year-old man, Abubakar Musa, popularly known as Daddy, to death by hanging following the fatal assault of his wife, Ammi Mamman, in 2024.

According to NTA reports, the Yobe State Command of the Nigeria Police had arrested the convict on January 4, 2024, at the New Bra-Bra Housing Estate in Damaturu following the incident, subsequently charging him to court under the state's penal guidelines.

In a judgment delivered today, the presiding judge dismissed the not-guilty plea entered by the defendant. The court held that the defense's position could not stand in the face of credible evidence presented before the court by the prosecution team.

Nigerian man, Goodness Sokoh, jailed 21 years in UK over offenses involving minors lured on Snapchat for groo

 A UK court has sentenced a 35-year-old Nigerian national, Goodness Sokoh, to 21 years in prison following a comprehensive investigation into online grooming and multiple child safety offences.

Sokoh, residing in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, utilized a social media application under an alias to communicate with four teenage girls between October and December 2025, subsequently luring them into his vehicle by offering incentives.

According to the Thames Valley Police, the physical meetings took place in Pitstone, Buckinghamshire. Following a full trial, Sokoh was found guilty of multiple counts of serious felony assault, unlawful exploitation, and endangering minors.

During the sentencing proceeding at Amersham Law Court, Judge Catherine Tulk strongly condemned the convict's actions, telling Sokoh: “You were grooming them so that they would trust you and put themselves into danger. You thought you could do with them whatever you wanted. Not one of them wanted to have any activity with you.”

Fashion entrepreneur reported missing in Lagos has been found

 Activist Harrison Gwamnishu, says fashion entrepreneur Evelyn Onyema, who was last seen two days ago, has been found.

Activist Harrison Gwamnishu has confirmed that fashion entrepreneur Evelyn Onyema, who went missing two days ago, has finally been found.

Sharing the update in a follow-up post on Instagram, Harrison revealed that Evelyn is now back home and safely reunited with her family members. 

He further stated that he personally had a video call with her and can confirm firsthand that she is doing completely fine and resting comfortably at home.

Adron Chairman Adetola Emmanuelking Congratulates Anthony Osibodu on Coronation as Bobajiro of Ilishan-Remo

The Chairman of Adron Homes and Properties, Sir Aare Adetola Emmanuelking KOF, has congratulated renowned businessman, Anthony Osibodu, on his coronation as the Bobajiro of Ilishan-Remo, describing the traditional honour as a fitting recognition of his accomplishments, exemplary character and contributions to his community.

Emmanuelking, who holds the traditional title of Borokini of Ilishan-Remo, conveyed his goodwill message to Osibodu in celebration of the coronation, which coincides with the businessman’s birthday.

In the message, the Adron Homes chairman described the occasion as a remarkable double milestone, noting that Osibodu’s elevation to the revered traditional position reflected the respect and esteem he had earned through years of personal achievement, business excellence and community engagement.

“When a man spends his years building a name of honour, there comes a time when honour itself rises to meet him,” Emmanuelking stated.

Presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, advocates death penalty on drug and food counterfeiters

 The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has called for the death penalty for counterfeiters, arguing it is the only way to stop their activities.

Onanuga shared this view via his X account on Wednesday, October 21, in reaction to a report by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) regarding the discovery of a suspected counterfeit alcohol factory in Aba, Abia State.

Condemning the illicit operators, the presidential aide stressed that counterfeiters lack a conscience and warned that their nefarious activities will persist unless they face capital punishment.

Late Afenifere leader, Pa Fasoranti’s son- My father had covenant with God to die at 100

 Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, the Secretary to the Ondo State Government and eldest child of late Afenifere leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti, has revealed that his father had a covenant with God to depart the world upon reaching the age of 100.

Speaking during a condolence visit by Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa at the family residence in Ijapo, Akure, on Tuesday night, Dr. Fasoranti stated that the family is celebrating rather than mourning the late nationalist's legacy.

"Baba often told us that he had a covenant with God that whenever he got to 100, he would go. He repeatedly told us that when he died, we should not cry," Fasoranti said. 

ADRON HOMES INAUGURATES NEW AHPORA EXECUTIVES AT TREASURE PARK & GARDENS PHASE 2 EXTENSION

 L-R: Mrs. Augustina Chuks, Chairman uptown zone, Mrs Adenike Ajobo, MD Adron Homes, Sir, Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, Chairman/GCEO Adron Homes Properties Limited, HRH, Oba Peter Oluwole Ogunbayo, Otete III, Odemo of Isara Remo, Alhaji Akeem Segun Koletowo, Chairman, Downtown Zone at the inauguration and swearing in ceremony of Adron Homes & Property Owners & Residents Association (AHPORA) EXCOs of Treasure Park & Gardens Phase 2, Downtown Estate, Shimawa Ogun State, on Sunday, 18th October, 2026 held at the Event Ground of the Estate.

Adron Homes  has inaugurated new executives of the Adron Homes Property Owners and Residents Associations (AHPORA) for the Uptown and Downtown zones of Treasure Park & Gardens Phase 2 Extension, as part of efforts to strengthen the relationship between the company and residents.

The inauguration gives residents a platform to raise concerns, share ideas and engage with Adron Homes through elected representatives. The executives are expected to help monitor estate-related matters and ensure that issues affecting property owners receive attention.

The event, hosted by Adron Homes on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Downtown Estate, Simawa, had HRH Alaiyeluwa Oba Peter Oluwole Ogunbayo (Otete III), Odemo of Isara Remo, as Royal Father of the Day.

Businesswoman pens scathing tribute to late friend

 A Nigerian businesswoman Aisha, known on social media as @rivkaaishaa, has sparked intense online debate after publishing a scathing tribute to her late friend, Jannah, following news of her passing. 

Nigeria loses visa-free access to 20 countries as passport ranking drops

 Nigeria’s passport has taken another hit on the global stage, plunging to 181 out of 196 nations.

This marks a sharp plunge from its 90th position recorded in mid-2026

According to the latest IziVisa Passport Ranking Index, Nigeria's visa-free access dropped from 44 destinations in July 2026 to just 24.  

This means Nigerian passport holders have lost easy entry to about 20 destinations that were previously more accessible. 

Among the countries affected or reclassified (now requiring visas, visas on arrival under stricter conditions, or electronic processes) are popular travel destinations for many Nigerians.

NAFDAC uncovers another suspect fake alcoholic drinks factory in Aba

 The National Agency for Food, Drug, Administration and Control, NAFDAC has uncovered a suspected counterfeit alcoholic drinks production facility at No. 25 Omenazu Street, Aba, Abia State.

Acting on credible intelligence, the agency's officials discovered the facility operating in unhygienic conditions. The suspected operator reportedly fled upon the team’s arrival, abandoning a vehicle packed with counterfeit packaging materials bearing the names of Sir Edwards Scotch Whisky and Scottish Hills Whisky, empty bottles and a drum containing approximately 200 litres of liquid were found.

EIB Global and First City Monument Bank Join Forces to Support Private Sector and Sustainable Agriculture with €85 million Funding

 From left: Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Yemisi Edun; Vice-President, European Investment Bank (EIB), Ambroise Fayolle and Deputy Director-General, European Commission, Marjeta Jager, at the signing ceremony of an €85 million credit facility to support private-sector companies across agricultural value chains in Nigeria. The signing took place on October 14, 2026, in Bangkok, Thailand, during the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group.

The European Investment Bank Group’s international development arm, EIB Global, and First City Monument Bank (FCMB) have announced the financing totalling €85 million to support private-sector companies across agricultural value chains in Nigeria. At least 70% of the financing will target cocoa and dairy value chains.

The announcement was made during the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group in Bangkok in the presence of EIB Group President Nadia Calviño, Nigerian Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele, EIB Vice-President Ambroise Fayolle, European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela and FCMB Chief Executive Officer, Yemisi Edun.