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Sowore Demands Suspension, Scrapping of NYSC After Abduction of Prospective Corps Members

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Sowore Demands Suspension, Scrapping of NYSC After Abduction of Prospective Corps Members By Emeka Henry Obi October 3, 2026 Presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore, has called for the immediate suspension and eventual scrapping of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme following the abduction of prospective corps members travelling to orientation camps in the South-East and South-South. Sowore made the call in a statement shared on his official social media platform while reacting to the reported abduction of young Nigerians travelling along the Owerri–Onitsha Road. The Imo State Police Command had confirmed that prospective corps members and other passengers were abducted after gunmen attacked two buses near Umunoha in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of the state. The victims were reportedly travelling from Ibadan, Oyo State, to NYSC orientation camps in the South-East and South-South when the incident occurred. The police subsequentl...
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Okitipupa–Igbokoda Road Dualisation: Construction Ongoing Despite Rainfall

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Okitipupa–Igbokoda Road Dualisation: Construction Ongoing Despite Rainfall By Emeka Henry Obi October 3, 2026 OKITIPUPA, ONDO STATE — Contrary to reports suggesting that the 27.5-kilometre Okitipupa–Igbokoda Road dualisation project in Ondo State has been abandoned, a visit to the project site has shown that construction activities are still ongoing. A Starnews correspondent who visited different sections of the road on Friday, October 2, observed construction workers and heavy-duty equipment operating at various locations, while drainage works were also in progress. The project is being executed under the administration of Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Although some residents expressed concerns about the pace of construction, observations at the site indicated that work had not stopped, with contractors and workers actively engaged in different aspects of the project. Residents Raise Concerns Over Pace Some residents who spoke during the visit acknowledged that const...
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Rivers Pastor Reportedly Collapses, Dies While Preaching at Funeral Ceremony

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Rivers Pastor Reportedly Collapses, Dies While Preaching at Funeral Ceremony By Emeka Henry Obi October 3, 2026 A resident pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Aleto, in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, Deacon Steve Eyo, has reportedly collapsed and died while preaching at a funeral ceremony. The incident occurred on Friday during a burial ceremony attended by more than 300 mourners and other guests. Eyo was reportedly delivering a sermon titled “The Certainty of Death and Hope Beyond” when he suddenly collapsed while concluding his message. An eyewitness said the pastor began preaching at about 1:10 p.m., speaking about the inevitability of death and the importance of living a prepared and purposeful life. According to the eyewitness, Eyo used the example of people going to the market to illustrate how people leave the world at different times. He reportedly explained that while some people leave the market early and others remain long...
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INEC Debunks Fake 2027 Voter Registration Website, Warns Nigerians Against Fraud

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INEC Debunks Fake 2027 Voter Registration Website, Warns Nigerians Against Fraud By Emeka Henry Obi October 3, 2026 The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed claims that it has commenced a fresh nationwide voter registration exercise ahead of the 2027 general elections. The commission also warned Nigerians about a fraudulent website circulating online and falsely claiming that a new online voter registration exercise began on September 28 and would run until October 27, 2026. In a statement issued on Saturday, INEC said the website was not affiliated with the commission and urged members of the public to disregard information published on the platform. According to the electoral body, its attention was drawn to the fake website after claims emerged online that a fresh nationwide online voter registration exercise had commenced. INEC cautioned Nigerians against visiting the website, clicking on links provided on the platform or submitting pers...
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Joke Silva, Family and Colleagues Honour Veteran Actor at Lagos Funeral

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Joke Silva, Family and Colleagues Honour Veteran Actor at Lagos Funeral By Emeka Henry Obi The marriage between veteran actors Joke Silva and Olu Jacobs was one of the most celebrated partnerships in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. The couple met through theatre, later married and worked together on several creative projects throughout their careers. Silva remained a strong presence in Jacobs’ life, particularly during his later years, offering support and companionship as he faced declining health. The funeral service held in Lagos brought together family members, friends, colleagues and admirers who gathered to pay their final respects to the veteran actor. The ceremony also provided an opportunity to celebrate Jacobs’ remarkable contribution to Nigeria’s film and theatre industries over a career spanning several decades.
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Nigerian Workers Begin 3-Day Warning Strike Over ₦500 Petrol Demand, Wage Award

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Nigerian Workers Begin 3-Day Warning Strike Over ₦500 Petrol Demand, Wage Award By Emeka Henry Obi October 2, 2026 | Money ABUJA — Public-sector workers across Nigeria have commenced a three-day warning strike over demands for a reduction in petrol prices to ₦500 per litre, an immediate wage award and the commencement of negotiations for a new national minimum wage. The industrial action, declared by the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC) , began on Friday, October 2, following the expiration of the council’s September 30 deadline issued to the Federal Government. The workers are seeking measures they say would help ease the financial pressure created by rising transportation costs, food prices and other living expenses affecting public-sector employees and their families. Why Workers Are on Strike At the centre of the dispute is the JNPSNC’s demand that the Federal Government reduce the pump price of petrol to ₦500 per litre . The council ha...
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“I No Be Boxer, Let’s Return to Movies” – Nkechi Blessing Speaks After Fight With Phyna

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“I No Be Boxer, Let’s Return to Movies” – Nkechi Blessing Speaks After Fight With Phyna By Emeka Henry Obi October 2, 2026 | Entertainment Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has expressed her readiness to return to filmmaking after making her debut in celebrity boxing against reality TV star Phyna . The actress was knocked out by Phyna during the highly anticipated bout but said she remained proud of herself for taking on the challenge. According to Blessing, she had only trained for about two days before stepping into the ring. Following the fight, the actress took to Instagram to reflect on the experience, describing herself as a champion regardless of the outcome. “Still a CHAMPION regardless of the result,” she wrote, before adding, “Now let’s go back to making movies cus I no be boxer.” Although she suffered defeat, Blessing indicated that she would not completely rule out another boxing appearance in the future. “Will I do this again? OH YES,” she state...
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