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Nigerian Defence Intelligence Detains Brigadier-General, Other Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot To Overthrow President Tinubu

Nigerian Defence Intelligence Detains Brigadier-General, Other Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot To Overthrow President Tinubu

Reports from Sahara Reporters indicate that at least sixteen senior military officers, including a Brigadier-General, have been detained by the Nigerian Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to sources cited by the report, the officers were picked up across different

Burkina Faso Tightens Entry Rules for U.S. Citizens

Burkina Faso Tightens Entry Rules for U.S. Citizens

The government of Burkina Faso has announced new travel requirements for American citizens. Effective immediately, U.S. passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to the West African nation. The visa can either be applied for online through Burkina Faso’s official e-visa portal or obtained directly from

Raila Odinga Dies at 80 After Cardiac Arrest During Morning Walk in India

Raila Odinga Dies at 80 After Cardiac Arrest During Morning Walk in India

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga has passed away at the age of 80 after suffering a cardiac arrest during a morning walk in Kerala, India. The veteran politician, who was in India for Ayurvedic treatment, reportedly collapsed while exercising within the facility premises and was rushed to Devamatha

Akon’s Wife Files for Divorce After 29 Years, Demands €100 Million Compensation

Akon’s Wife Files for Divorce After 29 Years, Demands €100 Million Compensation

American-Senegalese singer Akon is reportedly facing a divorce after nearly three decades of marriage. His wife, Tomeka Thiam, has allegedly filed to end their 29-year union, demanding €100 million in compensation. However, according to reports, the court discovered only $10,000 in Akon’s personal account. The rest

Lady Cries After Using 'Kayamata' Lip Gloss That Made Her Lips Swell Up

Lady Cries After Using 'Kayamata' Lip Gloss That Made Her Lips Swell Up

A young lady has taken to social media to share a distressing experience after using a product known as “Attraction Kayamata Lip Gloss.” According to her, shortly after applying the gloss, her lips began to swell uncontrollably, leaving her in pain and panic. In a tearful post, she warned others

DNA Testing for Paternity is Forbidden in Islam – Dr. Sharafdeen Gbadebo

DNA Testing for Paternity is Forbidden in Islam – Dr. Sharafdeen Gbadebo

Prominent Islamic cleric, Dr. Sharafdeen Gbadebo, has stirred controversy after declaring that DNA testing to determine paternity is forbidden in Islam. According to him, no God-fearing Muslim should subject their children to such tests, as it goes against Islamic teachings on lineage and family. Dr. Gbadebo argued that Islam

Mob Burns Woman Alive After Alleged Attempt to Kidnap Seven-Year-Old in Delta

Mob Burns Woman Alive After Alleged Attempt to Kidnap Seven-Year-Old in Delta

A tragic incident occurred in Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, where a woman accused of attempting to kidnap a seven-year-old boy was attacked by a mob. Reports indicate that the woman was caught after allegedly trying to lure the child away, which sparked outrage