A Shocking Revelation: Man Ends 14-Year Marriage After DNA Test Reveals None of His Children Are His
In a
story that has stunned many, a man who had spent 14 years raising three children
with his wife discovered through DNA testing that none of them were
biologically his.
The revelation came after years of unwavering commitment, financial support, and emotional investment in a family he believed was his own.
Mariah Carey Finally Claims Her First MTV VMA: “What in the Sam Hill Were You Waiting For?”
After
more than three decades of shaping pop music and dazzling fans with iconic
music videos, Mariah Carey has finally clinched her first-ever MTV Video Music
Award.
The momentous occasion unfolded at the 2025 VMAs, held at New York’s UBS Arena, where Carey was honored with the prestigious Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, a recognition of her enduring influence on music video artistry.
Defying Age and Altitude: 102-Year-Old Kokichi Akuzawa Sets Record on Mount Fuji
· Kokichi Akuzawa, 102, Becomes Oldest Person to Summit Mount Fuji
In a feat
that has stunned mountaineers and inspired millions, Kokichi Akuzawa, a
102-year-old Japanese man, has become the oldest person ever to summit Mount
Fuji, Japan’s tallest and most iconic peak.
His record-breaking ascent was officially recognized by Guinness World Records after he reached the 3,776-meter (12,388-foot) summit on August 5, 2025.
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Legal Showdown Over Nigeria’s
Tinted-Glass Permit Policy
In a bold
legal move, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has filed a public interest
lawsuit against the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, challenging
the legality of the reintroduced tinted-glass permit policy.
The suit, lodged at the Federal High Court in Abuja on September 2, 2025, is titled The Incorporated Trustees of the Nigerian Bar Association v. The Inspector General of Police & Anor (Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/182/2025).
Expanding the Conversation on Public Finance Reform in Africa
In recent
years, the discourse surrounding public finance reform in Africa has evolved
from technical policy debates into a dynamic, multi-stakeholder movement aimed
at reshaping the continent’s fiscal future.
This transformation was vividly illustrated at the landmark Public Finance Management (PFM) Conference held in Kampala, Uganda, in February 2025.
In the
early hours of a September morning, a devastating fire tore through a home in
Chadbourn, North Carolina, claiming the lives of four young sisters, Kendall,
Kalani, Josie, and Sophia, aged just 2, 4, 6, and 7.
The blaze erupted around 2:30 a.m. while six children were inside the house, unsupervised by any adults. Two 12-year-old girls, including one identified as Winter, managed to escape and call for help, but the younger girls were tragically trapped inside.
Abia Government Bans Graduation Ceremonies in Nursery Schools
In a
sweeping reform aimed at easing financial pressure on families and restoring
focus to academic milestones, the Abia State Government has officially banned
graduation ceremonies in nursery and lower primary schools.
The announcement was made following an Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Alex Otti in Umuahia, where the new education policies were unveiled by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu.
Executive Director of the IRCE at IHVN, Prof. Alash’le Abimiku; the Chief Executive Officer of IHVN, Dr. Patrick Dakum; and the Director-General of NACA, Dr. Temitope Ilori at the symposium. Photo Credit: IHVN
Experts Push for Investment in Health Research to Tackle Viral Outbreaks
As viral
disease outbreaks continue to challenge public health systems across Africa,
experts are intensifying calls for increased investment in health research to
bolster preparedness and response.
This urgent appeal was the centerpiece of the 3rd International Research Centre of Excellence (IRCE) Scientific Symposium held in Abuja, Nigeria, in September 2025.
Organized by the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN), the event brought together leading researchers, policymakers, and international partners to confront the growing threat of viral epidemics.
Legal Showdown: Nigerian Bar Association Sues IGP Egbetokun Over Tinted
Glass Permit PolicyThe Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun
In a bold move to challenge what it describes as an unconstitutional directive, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has filed a public interest lawsuit against the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, over the reintroduction of the tinted glass permit policy. The suit, lodged at the Federal High Court in Abuja on September 2, 2025, is marked FHC/ABJ/CS/182/2025 and seeks to halt the enforcement of the policy pending judicial review.
Plateau Assembly Moves to Ease Educational Burden: Yearly Textbook Purchases Banned
In a
landmark decision aimed at reducing financial pressure on families, the Plateau
State House of Assembly has officially banned the compulsory annual purchase of
textbooks in schools across the state.
The resolution was passed during a recent plenary session following a motion presented by Hon. Joseph Bukar of Shendam Constituency and seconded by Hon. Mathew Kwarpo Sylvanus of Mangu South.
Nigeria's President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Tinubu Sacks Aide on Digital and Creative Economy
In a move that has stirred conversations across Nigeria’s tech and creative sectors, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially dismissed Fegho John Umunubo from his role as Special Assistant to the President on Digital and Creative Economy.
Mark S. Zuckerberg vs. Meta: Lawyer Sues Over Repeated Facebook Page
Suspensions
In a
bizarre twist of identity and digital bureaucracy, Indianapolis-based lawyer
Mark S. Zuckerberg has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc., the parent
company of Facebook, after his professional pages were repeatedly disabled, allegedly
due to confusion with the tech billionaire Mark E. Zuckerberg.
The case, filed in Marion County Superior Court, has drawn attention not only for its irony but also for the broader implications it raises about platform accountability and identity verification.
Solomon Buchi Applauds Temi Otedola Ajibade’s Modest Elegance at Her Wedding to Mr Eazi
Social
commentator and influencer Solomon Buchi has publicly praised Temi Otedola
Ajibade for her choice of modest attire at her wedding to Nigerian singer Mr
Eazi, describing it as a reflection of true class and refinement.
In a post that quickly gained traction across social media, Buchi highlighted Temi’s fashion decision as emblematic of what he considers the standard for royalty and high society.
