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The United States House Of Representatives Votes To Suspend 100% Aid To Nigeria Over Alleged Christian Persecution

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  The Uni ted States House of Representatives has approved an amendment seeking to withhold 100 per cent of the U.S. assistance to Nigeria until the country takes stronger measures to address violence and alleged persecution of Christians. The amendment, sponsored by the U.S. Congressman Gregory Steube, was adopted through a voice vote on Wednesday and attached to the fiscal year 2027 State Department spending bill, which was later passed by the House by 217-209 votes, largely along party lines. Announcing the development on X, Steube said his amendment was aimed at ensuring accountability from the Nigerian government over its response to insecurity. “My amendment to withhold 100 per cent of U.S. aid to Nigeria until its government stops the slaughter of Christians has passed. “American taxpayers should never bankroll governments that turn a blind eye while Christians are abducted, tortured, and murdered. No more wasteful foreign aid!” he wrote. The original version of the spending...
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MARY HABILA: Police Probe Death, Family Against Autopsy, David Umahi Demands Forensic Inquiry

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The  Ebonyi State Police Command has launched a comprehensive investigation into the sudden death of Miss Mary Habila, a medical professional who allegedly died while on official duty. Habila w as part of a medical team accompanying the Minister of Works, David Umahi, to his hometown in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area, where she was allegedly found dead within his residential compound. Investigations are underway, but the police said Habila’s family are against an autopsy. In a statement released on Wednesday night, the Police spokesperson, SP Joshua Ukandu, stated that given the highly sensitive nature of the case and the location of the death, the Command considered a post-mortem examination essential to scientifically establish the true cause of death and ensure a transparent inquiry. He noted that the family of the deceased had formally stated that they do not wish for an autopsy to be performed on their daughter. Despite the family’s reservations, the police said th...
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“How Mary Habila Died” – Colleague, Anita Baaki

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Anita  Baaki, a physiotherapist friend and colleague of Mary Habila, the nurse attached to the David Umahi Federal University of Medical Sciences and on secondment to the Federal Ministry of Works, has narrated the events leading to Habila’s death. Her  narration was contained in a sworn affidavit filed before the Ebonyi State High Court on Wednesday. According to Baaki, a Benue citizen, she travelled with Habila and other ministry officials from Abuja to Ebonyi State on June 24, 2026, for an official assignment under the Minister of Works, David Umahi. Baaki  disclosed that they were accommodated in separate but adjoining rooms in a staff chalet within the minister’s country home in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of the state. The deceased’s friend maintained that the chalet was designated for ministry staff and associates and was not the minister’s personal residence, stressing that she last saw Habila alive on the evening of June 26 after she returned from havin...
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Nigerians React As 26-Year-Old Lady Who Died In Minister Of Works’ House Is Set For Burial Amid Investigation

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  Mary  Habila, the late 26-year-old physiotherapist whose body was found naked at Works Minister, David Umahi’s house is set to be buried despite the public outcry for autopsy. Mary  Habila, who is popularly known as Mara, is said to be Umahi’s personal physiotherapist. She reportedly died on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Umahi’s residence at Uburu, in Ebonyi State under questionable circumstances. Rea cting to the news of her impending burial, many Nigerians called on the Nigerian government to investigate the incident following similar allegations made against the minister in the past. However, amid the police investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding Habila’s death, the family announced Friday, July 17, 2026, as her burial date. The de velopment has continued to raise dust, with netizens calling for a transparent and independent investigation into the incident, particularly following reports that she was found naked inside the minister’s residence. Reacting ...
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2026 BALLON D’OR: Top 4 Players To Win Award Ahead Of World Cup Final

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  The  top four players to win this year’s Ballon d’Or have been revealed ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Argentina  captain, Lionel Messi, is now the favourite to take the prize home later this year. Messi provided two assists as Albiceleste beat England 2-1 to qualify for the final, where they will face Spain on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Polymarket  claims the 39-year-old has a 31.7% chance to win the Ballon d’Or award this year. In second place is Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal, with 30.9%. England  captain, Harry Kane, has given been a 13.5% probability, while France’s Ousmane Dembele has a 3.1% chance. The Ballon d’Or winner for 2026 will be announced at a gala on October 26.
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Ghana Government To Crack Down On TV Stations Airing Nigerian Movies

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  The  Ghana Government has announced plans to sanction any television stations that air Nigerian films. J ames Gardiner, the Deputy CEO of the Ghana National Film Authority (NFA), announced the country’s plans to crack down on television stations that broadcast Nigerian movies without authorization. James Gardiner, made the announcement in video during a conversation with a Nigerian producer, Uchenna Mbunabo. The  Nigerian filmmaker had accused Ghanaian TV stations of downloading Nollywood movies from YouTube and airing them without authorization. Mbunabo said to him “I noticed that Ghanaian TV stations, the way they are stealing our films and showing them for free with impunity. Is it legalized in your country for TV stations to go on YouTube, download people’s sweat and show it for free?” In  response, Gardiner said “it’s not legalized.” Mbunabo replied “What is your government doing about it.” Gardiner answered “that’s the one of the big things that we’re trying ...
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BBNaija Season 11 Premieres July 26 With ₦160 Million As Grand Prize

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  Africa’s biggest reality television show, Big Brother Naija, returns for its highly anticipated Season 11 on Sunday, 26 July 2026, on DStv and GOtv. ‎The launch show will air from 7 PM on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family channels, with the 24-hour show on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 49. BBNaija fans can also watch the show live via DStv and GOtv Stream. ‎In a media brief held on Wednesday evening, it was announced that this season’s winner will walk away with a record ₦160 million grand prize, which includes a cash sum of ₦100 million and a brand-new SUV. The prize is the highest in the show’s history, raising the stakes for what is expected to be another landmark season. ‎Speaking on the new season, Atinuke Babatunde, Executive Head, Content and Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice, said, ‎”Big Brother Naija has consistently redefined entertainment in Africa by bringing together authentic storytelling, compelling personalities and moments that resonate with mill...
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