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  • RUGIPO Student Commits Suicide After Breakup

    RUGIPO

    The Rufus Giwa Polytechnic community has been left in deep shock and mourning following the tragic death of a Mechanical Engineering student identified as Scott, who allegedly took his own life on Wednesday night after suffering emotional distress from a breakup.

     

    According to reliable sources, Scott, popularly known among students as a vibrant and jovial personality, reportedly became severely depressed after his girlfriend ended their relationship. Friends close to him say he had been struggling to cope with the emotional toll, and despite subtle signs of distress, no one anticipated the extent of his despair.

     

    Information obtained by POLY TV revealed that Scott purchased the rope he later used to hang himself and even took photos of it, which he sent to one of his friends. His final messages painted a heartbreaking picture of his mental state.

     

    In one of his chats, he wrote:

     

    “I’m not happy and you want me to eat, you are funny.”

    “Just want to go and end everything right now.”

     

    Shortly after sending the message, he was found lifeless, having reportedly hanged himself in his residence. The tragic news spread quickly across campus and on social media, leaving students and staff devastated.

     

    Scott was widely known for his cheerful demeanor and was often described by classmates as “a lover boy” who had a light-hearted spirit and was easy to get along with.

     

    The Student Union Government, faculty members, and fellow students have expressed their grief and extended condolences to his family. A candlelight procession is reportedly being planned by students in his honor.

     

    As the school community continues to grapple with the loss, this incident has once again raised concerns about mental health awareness and emotional support systems in tertiary institutions. Students are urged to speak up, seek help, and check in on their friends regularly.

     

    May Scott’s soul rest in peace. 🕊️

  • Real reason Tinubu can’t win 2027 election – El-Rufai

    Real reason Tinubu can’t win 2027 election – El-Rufai

    Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State and a leading member of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has stated that President Bola Tinubu is unlikely to succeed in his bid for re-election in 2027.

    In an interview posted on X (formerly known as Twitter), El-Rufai dismissed the idea of a second term for the president, stating that only individuals out of touch with the country’s realities would think otherwise.

    El-Rufai expressed that anyone who believes President Bola Tinubu can secure re-election is out of touch with the reality in Nigeria, as it is an impossibility.

    The former influential member of the APC, who had earlier supported Tinubu’s presidential campaign in 2023, asserted that the ruling party has lost the trust of everyday Nigerians.

    He believes that increasing dissatisfaction with the administration’s policies has created an opportunity for even the weakest opposition to succeed in elections.

    “He added that he doesn’t see a pathway for him.”

    El-Rufai minimized the significance of the surge in defections to the APC, suggesting that many new members are motivated by personal benefits or apprehension about anti-corruption investigations.

    “It is the opportunistic and ambitious politicians, along with those seeking financial gain, contracts, appointments, or positions of power who are switching allegiances,” he stated. “Another group includes individuals defecting due to fear of potential pressure from the EFCC or ICPC because they might have engaged in questionable activities.”

    He stressed that the SDP and its allied political coalition are concentrating not on politicians, but on engaging Nigerian voters who feel disappointed by the current leadership.

    He stated, “This is the aim of the SDP and our political coalition. We anticipate that the 2027 elections will be a contest between the APC and Nigerians.”

    El-Rufai is joining forces with a burgeoning coalition that features notable individuals like former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi and ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Their collective aim is to contest against President Tinubu in the upcoming general election, hoping to unseat him through democratic means.

  • U.S. Judge Temporarily Halts Deportation of Nigerian PhD Student Amid Trump Immigration Sweep 

     

    A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction preventing the U.S. government from deporting Nigerian chemistry scholar Matthew Ariwoola, whose student visa was abruptly revoked during President Donald Trump’s renewed immigration crackdown.

     

    The legal battle began on April 8, 2025, when the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) canceled Mr. Ariwoola’s visa, citing a mistaken criminal warrant issued in Georgia in 2023 — a state he had never visited.

     

    The cancellation immediately suspended his academic duties at the University of South Carolina, where he is pursuing a PhD in chemistry.

     

    Fearing deportation and the loss of his student status, Mr. Ariwoola contacted the American Civil Liberties Union of South Carolina (ACLU-SC), which filed a lawsuit on April 18.

     

    That same day, Judge Jacquelyn Austin of the U.S. District Court in Columbia, South Carolina, granted a 14-day restraining order to stop the deportation.

     

    The court also ordered Mr. Ariwoola’s student status restored, allowing him to resume research and teaching.

     

    On April 24, DHS reactivated his visa status in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, which monitors international students in the U.S.

     

    Judge Austin later extended the restraining order three times, culminating in a preliminary injunction on June 13 to halt any removal efforts until a final ruling is made.

     

    In her ruling, Judge Austin stated that “each factor weighs in favour of issuing a preliminary injunction,” confirming the case met the legal standards for immediate judicial intervention.

     

    Mr. Ariwoola is among thousands of international students affected by Trump’s strict immigration policies since his return to office in January 2025.

     

    The administration has aggressively pursued mass deportations, with student visa revocations becoming uincreasingly common.

     

    Reacting to the court’s decision, Mr. Ariwoola expressed gratitude and called the development a beacon of hope for others facing similar challenges.

     

    “I am grateful for the quick turnaround and massive support from the community, especially ACLU-SC and the courts for ensuring that justice prevails,” Mr. Ariwoola said, according to a statement on the university’s website.

     

    “I believe this will encourage other international students in the same situation to speak up and stand firm for what is right.”

  • Billionaire Son Kiddwaya Faces Criticism For Seeking Nigerians’ Financial Support For Benue Victims

    BBNaija reality star Kiddwaya has sought financial assistance from Nigerians to help the victims of the killings in Benue.

     

    The reality star through his foundation, shared his plans as he provided account details for financial support.

     

    Kiddwaya’s latest move has caused uproar online, with some Nigerian netizens criticising him.

     

    BBNaija reality star and billionaire son, Kiddwaya, has called for financial support from Nigerians following the crisis in Benue State, which claimed many lives. Kiddwaya, who is a native of Benue, on Wednesday, June 18, through his foundation, launched a nationwide appeal, calling on Nigerians to unite and support affected communities.

     

    Kiddwaya’s foundation launches a nationwide appeal for financial aid to help those affected by Benue crisis.

     

    Kiddwaya’s foundation highlighted the devastating impact of the violent attacks in Benue, which has left countless families displaced, grieving, and in urgent need of food, shelter, and other amenities. Providing account details where money could be donated to, the foundation disclosed that it would accept amounts as low as N500.

     

     

     

    The statement read in part, “At the Kiddwaya Foundation, we are mobilizing resources to provide food, shelter, and essential support to those affected. But we can’t do it alone we need your help.” The Kiddwaya Foundation emphasized that although it has begun mobilizing resources, it cannot face the crisis alone. It called on individuals, institutions, and well-meaning Nigerians to contribute whatever they can be it ₦500 or ₦500,000 stressing that “every naira counts, every effort matters. Whether it’s your platform, your voice, or your time donate, share, get involved. Let’s remind the world that Nigerians don’t abandon their own in times of need,” the appeal urged.

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  • 2nd Term Thank You Tour: Nembe receives Gov. Diri amidst jubilation

    ….describes Ogbolomabiri PDP stronghold

     

    It was an atmosphere of jubilation, funfare and satisfaction as the people of Nembe Local Government Area in Bayelsa State turned out in their numbers to receive their Governor, Senator Douye Diri and his entourage to the ancient City of Nembe.

     

    Governor Diri who led the Prosperity Administration on a thank you tour to the LGA for re-electing him and his Deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, during the 2023 November governorship election expressed profound gratitude for their votes and continued support to his administration.

     

    His words, “we came here, we campaigned here, and we promised you that when you elect us for a second tenure, we will come back to say thank you, so, for us, this is the time to say thank you, thank you to Nembe, on behalf of the Government of Assured Prosperity, I bring the greetings and express our gratitude and our appreciation to the people of Nembe Local Government Area”, he said.

     

    Earlier, at the Palace of the Amayanabo of Nembe, Mingi the 12th, King Edmund Daukoru, re-emphasied the resolve of the Nembe people to always support Governor Diri following his humble disposition, fear of God and the character of making a promise and keeping such promises, stressing that the Governor has embarked on so many projects across the State that people could not help but to love him.

     

    Legendary musician, Fubara Orutugu of Toyo- toyo fame, was on ground to perform to the crowd.

     

    Dignitaries at the event include Deputy Governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, former Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Gboribiogha John Jonah, Senator representing Bayelsa East, Sen. Benson Agadaga, member representing Brass/Nembe Federal Constiuency, Hon. Marie Ebikake, member representing Ogbia Federal Constiuency, Mitema Obordor, member representing Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constiuency, Hon. Fred Agbedi, member representing Yenagoa/Kolokuma/Opokuma Federal Constiuency, Hon. Oforji Oboku, Speaker, Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Secretary to the State Government, Professor Nimibofa Ayawei, Chief of Staff Government House, Dr. Peter Akpe, PDP Chairman, Bayelsa, Solomon Agwana and other top government functionaries.

  • I Contemplated Suicide When Wrongly Accused In 2011 After Being Falsely Accused Of Slapping A Reverend Father – Ikedi Ohakim

     

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    A former Imo State governor, Dr. Ikedi Ohakim has disclosed that he once contemplated committing suicide in 2011 after being falsely accused of slapping a reverend father.

     

    Ohakim made this known while interacting with some youths in Owerri, Imo State capital.

     

    He recalled how the false accusation affected him sociologically to the extent of contemplating taking his life.

     

    He said, “When I first heard the rumour, I dismissed same but when it started gaining traction in the media, including television stations, I became overwhelmed. At some point, I actually contemplated suicide,” he said.

     

    The ex-governor revealed that he was not even in the state on the day of the alleged incident, saying he had verifiable evidence to prove same.

     

    “I can show you an air ticket for that day, I wasn’t even in Imo State when the rumour broke out,” he said.

     

    Ohakim further stressed that he was later vindicated when the cleric in question confessed to Rev. Ejike Mbaka that the allegation was fabricated and total falsehood meant to tarnish his image.

     

    Reflecting on the public vindication, Ohakim stated, “When Father Mbaka mounted the pulpit, he said, if you accuse someone falsely and later find out the truth, you should apologise. He did, and I forgave everyone involved.”

     

    Speaking on his 2011 governorship election, Ohakim said he won by a landslide but was removed through what he described as a “civilian coup.”

    “In 2011, I won an election clean and clear, but there was a civilian coup,” he postulated.

     

    The former governor stressed that he accepted the election result without bitterness and rancour.

     

    According to Ohakim, “My administration was notable for its commitment to due process and the successful implementation of the Clean and Green programme, which had a broad scope covering health, education, and climate change.

     

    “This initiative, had elevated Imo to a tourist paradise in Eastern Nigeria, boasting an enviable environment,” he said.

     

    He charged the youths to acquire skills, stating that, “As I sit down here today, it am a welder, sheet maker, fabricator, a carpenter, and artist. You must acquire a skill that can fetch you something because any human being without a skill in the 21st century is like an animal in the bush.”

  • At least 25 al-Shabaab terrorists killed in Somalia air strike

    At least 25 al-Shabaab terrorists were killed when the Somali military carried out precision airstrikes on the terrorist group’s positions in the Lower Juba region, the Defence Ministry said, Anadolu Agency reported.

     

    “The Somali National Army’s elite Danab forces, supported by international partners, carried out precision airstrikes on al-Shabaab positions in Maqooqaha, approximately 100 kilometres northwest of Kismayo, Lower Jubba,” the Defence Ministry said in a statement.

     

    It said the operation struck a key command centre used for planning terrorist attacks and the site “sustained heavy structural damage.”

     

    Kismayo is a major port city in southern Somalia and is the administrative capital of Jubaland state, 500 kilometres from the national capital, Mogadishu.

     

    Fighting federal government for over 16 years

     

    Somalia has long been plagued by insecurity, with al-Shabaab and ISIS (Daesh) posing the most serious threats.

     

    Al-Shabaab has been fighting the Somali government for more than 16 years, frequently targeting government officials and military personnel.

  • Oyo Govt Approves Just N63.4bn for Government House Renovation, Others Ahead of 50th Anniversary 

    The Oyo State Executive Council has approved a total of ₦63.48 billion for the complete renovation of the Government House, describing its current condition as unbefitting and embarrassing.

     

    Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, revealed in a statement on Tuesday that for the past six years, Governor Seyi Makinde and his deputy have been residing in private homes due to the dilapidated state of the official residence. The renovation, including completion of the banquet hall, is expected to be part of the state’s 50th anniversary celebration next year.

     

    The Council also approved ₦131.75 million for the hiring of professional gardeners to maintain the Government House grounds.

     

    In addition, the state is investing ₦14.3 billion to install a new Instrument Landing System (ILS) at the Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport in Ibadan, following damage to a previously procured one by the federal government. The ILS installation is scheduled for completion within six months to support the airport’s upgrade to international status.

     

    Other approvals include the first installment payment for the International Agro-Food Market to be built in Ijaiye in collaboration with AfDB and French firm Semmaris, valued at €2 million.

     

    The Council also gave a nod to the second edition of the Oyo State International Tourism Summit in July, and a ₦130 million take-off grant for the New Towns and Cities Development Authority, created to tackle urban congestion.

     

    To support all these projects, the state’s 2025 supplementary budget has been increased by ₦270.85 billion, aimed at completing key infrastructure before the end of the current administration.

  • ÌDÁNÁ: Bride Price List In Yoruba Culture 

     

    In Yoruba traditional weddings, the bride price isn’t about buying a wife—it’s about showing respect and appreciation to the bride’s family. Here’s a typical list for the Ìdáná (engagement):

     

    1. Monetary Gifts

     

    Owó Ìyàwó (Bride price – symbolic amount)

     

    Owó Ìdùró (To request the bride’s hand)

     

    Owó Ìjókòó (For the parents to sit)

     

    Owó Baba & Iya (Money for the bride’s parents)

     

    Owó Ìbà fún àgbà (For elders)

     

    Owó Abúrò (For younger siblings)

     

    2. Food & Drinks

     

    Tubers of yam (usually 42)

     

    Bags of rice

     

    Palm oil & groundnut oil

     

    Crates of soft drinks, schnapps, or wine

     

    3. Clothing & Accessories

     

    2–3 wrappers (Asọ òkè or lace)

     

    Gèlè (headties)

     

    Men’s fabric for bride’s father or elders

     

    4. Symbolic Items

     

    Bible/Quran

     

    Kolanuts

     

    Alligator pepper

     

    Honey & bitter kola

     

    5. Gifts for the Bride

     

    Suitcases packed with clothes, shoes, perfumes & more!

     

    Yoruba elders say:

    “A ò tà ọmọ wa lówó” — We are not selling our daughter.

    It’s all about love, unity, and honoring tradition.

     

  • Since I bought a car, I started finding it very hard to date a man who does not have a car – Anthonia Umerah reveals

    Since I bought a car, I started finding it very hard to date a man who does not have a car. In my head, I am usually imagining how the experience will be like. Will I be parking my car at home while we use taxi to go out on dates or will I carry my car, probably drop him at him place after the date before going home instead of the other way round and being the one driving a man🧐

     

    Abi I will carry my car key give man?🤣😂

     

    See ehh, is not like there’s anything wrong about a man not having a car at the moment but, it became weird for me to date one. There’s one I met few days ago, from my observation and our conversation, the guy is okay o. His only offense was just that, he does not own a car and I felt like it was affect my steeze🤣

     

    This was previously not a problem for me at all when I didn’t have a car and I know there are woman who naturally don’t like dating men who do not own a car despite not having and it is still very VALID but my own issues about it started since I bought a car and I don’t know why.

     

    I feel like; being the one to drive a man up and down is a masculine trait and i want to be feminine 😂😂

     

    One thing that also scare me about this, is that, a lot of Nigerian mèn have insecurîty issues. Situation like this may bruisè the ego of an insècure man and he will start telling you “is it because you have a car in every little misunderstanding”.