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Bello Turji Admits Peace Talks, Denies ₦30 Million Payoff, Accuses Ex-Governors Of Fueling Insecurity

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  Notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, has confirmed that he participated in a series of peace meetings with the Zamfara State Government during the administration of former governor Bello Muhammad Matawalle, now Minister of State for Defence, but vehemently denied claims that he received ₦30 million or any material inducement as part of the process. Turji’s rebuttal followed allegations by Musa Kamarawa, a former peace mediator appointed by the Sokoto and Zamfara state governments to facilitate non-kinetic engagement with armed groups. Kamarawa had alleged in a viral video that the former Zamfara governor held meetings with bandit leaders, including Turji, at the Government House in Gusau and allegedly distributed cash and vehicles to them. He specifically claimed that Turji collected ₦30 million during the peace initiative. In a separate video response widely circulated online, Turji dismissed the allegations as outright false, insisting that although peace talks took place...

John Cena Retires From WWE After 24-Year Career

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  World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)  legend, John Felix Anthony Cena professionally known as John Cena has retired from professional wrestling, bringing the curtain down on a 24-year in-ring career after his final match at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. on Saturday. ‎Cena bowed out at Saturday Night’s Main Event, where he faced Gunther in his farewell bout. ‎ ‎The 48-year-old was defeated after being forced to submit to a sleeper hold in a contest that lasted just under 25 minutes, ending one of the most decorated careers in WWE history. ‎ ‎Fans inside the arena watched in disbelief as Gunther relentlessly kept Cena locked in the hold during the closing moments of the match, despite loud chants urging the veteran to fight on. ‎ ‎When Cena eventually tapped out, some supporters were seen in tears. ‎ ‎The ending stunned fans, as Cena, long known for never tapping out during his career, was forced to submit for the first time, finally giving in to Gunther’s sleeper h...

“I Was Bad, Even My Former Girlfriend Was Shocked That I Became A Pastor” — Enoch Adeboye

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  The  General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has reflected on his early years, revealing that many who knew him as a young man never believed he would one day become a pastor. Adeboye spoke on Saturday while delivering a message on day five of the Holy Ghost Congress 2025, themed ‘God of all Flesh’, at the Redemption City along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State. Addressing thousands of worshippers, including traditional rulers, the 83-year-old cleric said he is not proud of his past, describing his life as proof that God can change anyone, regardless of their troubled history. Adeboye emphasised that he is not proud of his past, recounting an encounter with a former girlfriend who came seeking a pastor and was shocked when he introduced himself as the pastor. He said,  “Do you think there is anybody in your family who is too far gone that God cannot save his soul? Do you think there is anybody that God cannot turn int...

2 U.S. Soldiers, 1 Civilian Interpreter Killed In IS Ambush Attack In Syria

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  Two American soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in central Syria on Saturday after an alleged member of the Islamic State group opened fire on a joint US-Syrian patrol, officials said. The  U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the deaths on X after Syria’s state media earlier reported an attack in the city of Palmyra had wounded American and Syrian troops. “An ambush by a lone ISIS gunman” resulted in the three Americans’ deaths as well as injuries to three additional troops, said CENTCOM, which oversees the U.S. military in the Middle East. “The gunman was engaged and killed,” it said. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the attack occurred as the soldiers “were conducting a key leader engagement” in support of counter-terrorism operations, while US envoy to Syria Tom Barrack said the ambush targeted “a joint US–Syrian government patrol.” “The savage who perpetrated this attack was killed by partner forces,” US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wrote on X. Pa...

[VIDEO] Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori Seen Performing Ushering Duties At Shiloh 2025

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  A  video showing Delta State Governor, Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, performing ushering duties at the ongoing Shiloh 2025 programme of Living Faith Church, popularly known as Winners Chapel, Ota, Ogun State, has generated reactions on social media. The clip, shared on Facebook by the governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Media, Ossai Ovie Success, showed Oborevwori standing alongside other church ushers while the programme was ongoing. Sharing the video, Success praised the governor’s humility, describing his actions as a sign of dedication to God and service. Success wrote,  “At Shiloh, Delta governor is seen doing ushering work at the ongoing Shiloh 2025 Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel). “A  governor that is dedicated to the work of God will always perform beyond expectations. “No wonder Delta State is progressing rapidly. Kudos to Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori for inspiring others with his humility and service.” The video, which quickly circulated across social ...

Fans Vandalise India Stadium After Messi’s Abrupt Exit

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  Angry spectators broke down barricades and stormed the pitch at a stadium in India after football star Lionel Messi, who is on a three-day tour of the country, abruptly left the arena. As a part of a so-called GOAT Tour, the 38-year-old Argentina and Inter Miami superstar touched down in the eastern state of West Bengal early Saturday, greeted by a chorus of exuberant fans chanting his name. Hours later, thousands of fans wearing Messi jerseys and waving the Argentine flag packed into Salt Lake stadium in the state capital Kolkata, but heavy security around the footballer left fans struggling to catch a glimpse of him. Messi walked around the pitch waving to fans and left the stadium earlier than expected. Frustrated fans, many having paid more than $100 for tickets, ripped out stadium seats and hurled water bottles onto the track. Many others stormed the pitch and vandalised banners and tents. “For me, to watch Messi is a pleasure, a dream. But I have missed the chance to have a...

Nigerian Government Admits Difficulty In Tracking SIM Cards Used By Kidnappers Despite NIN Registration

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  T he Nigerian Government has admitted that security agencies face major technical hurdles in tracking SIM cards allegedly used by kidnappers and other criminal networks, despite years of mandatory SIM registration and National Identification Number (NIN) linkage.  Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, disclosed this on Friday while explaining government efforts to combat insecurity through the telecommunications sector. Speaking with the journalists, Tijani said the challenge was “far more technical” than many Nigerians realise, noting that criminal gangs have adapted to existing surveillance measures by deploying advanced communication techniques that exploit poor network coverage. The telecom sector has remained under intense scrutiny since 2020, when the Federal Government enforced compulsory NIN–SIM linkage as part of efforts to curb fraud, anonymous communication and crimes linked to unregistered phone lines. However, Tijani...