Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have confirmed a new outbreak of Ebola in the central Kasai province, with 15 deaths reported since late August, according to Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba. Speaking in Kinshasa on Thursday, September 4, Kamba said the outbreak—the country’s 16th—was first detected on August 20 in a…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed off an illegal chemical and water packaging facility operating in the Damangaza district of Apo Waru, Federal Capital Territory. According to Mr. Embugushiki Godiya, Head of NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement Unit in Abuja, the operation followed intelligence reports on illicit manufacturing activities…
Authorities in Redstone Township, Pennsylvania, have arrested James Russell, 65, and Carly Kahl, 41, for allegedly keeping their five children—aged 5 to 14—confined in a locked, dungeon-style room inside their home. According to police, the children were held in a bedroom secured from the outside with three deadbolts and no door handle, while surveillance cameras…
The Kaduna State Police Command has summoned former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, along with several key figures of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), for questioning over alleged criminal offenses. In a letter dated September 4, 2025, the police stated that the individuals are being investigated for alleged criminal conspiracy, incitement of public…
The Niger State Police Command has apprehended two suspected vandals, Idris Garba (21) and Saifullahi Alkasim (28), for attempting to vandalize electric transformer cables in Minna. According to the Command’s spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the suspects—both residents of Alagbado, Minna—were caught in the act by operatives from ‘B’ Division on the morning of September 1,…
The UK government is set to introduce new legislation in England that will prohibit the sale of energy drinks like Red Bull, Monster, and Prime Energy to anyone under the age of 16. The ban will cover purchases from shops, restaurants, cafes, vending machines, and online platforms as part of a wider effort to reduce…
On Wednesday, September 3, President Bola Tinubu stated that his administration’s bold economic reforms are yielding positive results, restoring Nigeria’s position and earning the country renewed respect on the global stage. The President made these remarks at the State House during a meeting with His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Oladunni Olaoye, Orumogege III, the…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned nine individuals over their alleged involvement in recent killings in Benue and Plateau States. The suspects appeared before a Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Additionally, the DSS charged a suspected gunrunner with unlawful possession of seven M16 rifles. Among those arraigned, Haruna…
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the promotion and deployment of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi to the role of Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations at the Delta State Command. Adejobi, who recently served as the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), received his new rank following approval from the Police…
UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner admitted on Wednesday, September 3, that she failed to pay the correct amount of property tax on a flat purchase, following days of intense scrutiny over her financial affairs. The 45-year-old Labour politician revealed that she has referred herself to the government’s ethics adviser and informed tax authorities, blaming…
