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Panic has engulfed the Umulogho community in Obowo Local Government Area of Imo State after a female student of the College of Nursing, Umuadara Umulogho, identified as Wendy Achumba, was found brutally murdered in her room. The shocking discovery was made on Thursday evening when neighbours, concerned that the student had not been seen all day and failed to respond to repeated calls, forced their way into her apartment. They reportedly found her lifeless body with the head severed. According to community sources, the deceased, who hailed from Ngwa in Abia State, had completed her midwifery programme and was…

Barely four weeks after an earlier security scare forced the evacuation of US President Donald Trump from the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, another gun-related incident unfolded near the White House on Saturday evening, prompting a lockdown and a swift response from the US Secret Service and the FBI. The incident came as President Trump stated that the United States and Iran were “getting a lot closer” to reaching an agreement aimed at ending the ongoing Middle East conflict. According to reports, gunfire erupted near the White House complex around 6 p.m. ET, causing panic in the area and triggering…

A growing fuel crisis is spreading across parts of Africa as disruptions linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict continue to strain global supply chains and major shipping routes, leading to shortages and long queues at filling stations. Mozambique has become the latest country affected, with motorists in cities such as Maputo facing extended waits for fuel amid mounting supply challenges. Across East Africa, pump prices have surged in Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, while Kenya has so far managed to maintain supplies through its government-to-government fuel importation arrangement. Speaking on the situation, Kenya’s Treasury Cabinet…

Despite repeated warnings from the Lagos State Government against consuming spoiled tomatoes, worsening economic hardship and soaring food prices have forced many Nigerians to resort to buying rotten tomatoes, popularly known as “baje.” Authorities had cautioned residents against eating spoiled tomatoes, stressing that fungi-infested produce contains harmful toxins capable of causing severe health complications, including liver damage. The warning followed recent concerns over tomato infestations in Kano State, one of Nigeria’s major tomato-producing hubs, where pest attacks destroyed several farms and raised fears of nationwide shortages and escalating prices. Findings by THE WHISTLER revealed that many Nigerians now deliberately…

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been named the Premier League Player of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign after an outstanding year for the Red Devils. The Portuguese midfielder played a key role in United’s top-three finish and qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League under manager Michael Carrick. Fernandes delivered eight league goals and 20 assists, matching the Premier League’s single-season assist record previously held by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. He now has the chance to set a new record when Manchester United face Brighton & Hove Albion in their final league match of the season.…

The Edo State Police Command has rescued the remaining six passengers abducted during an attack on a commercial bus operated by Young Shall Grow Motors along the Benin–Lagos Road. The bus, carrying 13 passengers from Akwa Ibom State to Lagos, was ambushed by armed kidnappers. Earlier, five victims — two adults and three children — had been rescued, while a female passenger sustained gunshot injuries during the attack. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, ASP Eno Ikoedem, confirmed that the remaining six kidnapped passengers were rescued unhurt. The Commissioner of Police,…

Bassirou Diomaye Faye has dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved Senegal’s government following months of escalating political tensions between the two former allies. A statement broadcast on state media confirmed that all ministers had been relieved of their duties, while the outgoing administration would continue handling routine government affairs temporarily. The fallout marks a dramatic split between Faye and Sonko, who rose to power together after the 2024 election. Sonko, a popular opposition figure with strong youth support, had backed Faye’s presidential bid after being barred from contesting due to a defamation conviction. Following his dismissal, Sonko reacted on…

Nigerian courts are wondrous zones, Where lawsuits grow grey hairs and bones. A matter starts when youth is sweet, And ends when grandchildren fill the seat. One man filed land case long ago, By judgment time, his son had grown. The boy became a lawyer too, Still arguing what his father knew. Why? Because of one immortal ghost, Our courts and system cherish most. A spirit nobody can overthrow: The mighty doctrine called “De Novo.” Ah yes. The legal art of resurrection, Where suffering receives fresh injection. A case may…

The United States government has announced that Nigerians and other foreign nationals on temporary visas must now return to their home countries to apply for permanent residency, commonly known as a Green Card. According to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the move is aimed at restoring the “original intent” of America’s immigration laws by preventing temporary visa holders from changing their immigration status while already in the country. Under the new policy, foreign nationals seeking permanent residency will be required to process their applications through US consular offices in their respective home countries, supervised by the US Department…

Cardi B emerged as the biggest nominee for the 2026 BET Awards 2026 with six nominations, while Nigerian stars Wizkid, Asake, Tems and Burna Boy secured spots in major categories ahead of the ceremony in Los Angeles. The nominations, announced on Tuesday, set the stage for the awards show scheduled for June 28 at the Peacock Theater, with comedian and internet personality Druski confirmed as host. Cardi B’s six nominations include Album of the Year for Am I the Drama?, Best Female Hip Hop Artist, Best Collaboration, Viewers’ Choice Award, Video Director of the Year and the newly introduced…