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NDA Clarifies Circumstances Surrounding Absence of Cadet Stephen Kubama Gani — Akelicious
The attention of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has been drawn to reports circulating across various online media platforms as regards the missing of Cadet Stephen Kubama Gani. The report alleged that the Cadet mysteriously went missing from the Academy without appropriate actions taken by NDA to ascertain his whereabouts.
To set the record straight in the interest of accuracy and transparency, Cadet SK Gani was admitted into the Academy as a member of 76 Regular Course and reported for training on 26 August 2024. His training progressed without any hitch, but he was observed to have absented himself from the Academy with effect from 28 April 2025 without official permission. In accordance with established procedures and extant regulations guiding cadets administration in NDA, his parents were formally notified 3 days after his absence. Seven days after the occurrence, he was struck off strength following due administrative procedures. Meanwhile, feedback received later from his parents, revealed that his whereabouts could not be ascertained and it led to renewed investigative procedure by the Academy which is still ongoing.
It is significant to reiterate that the training and administration of cadets in NDA are strictly governed by military laws, procedures and time-honoured traditions as spelt out in the Code of Conducts of the Academy. The NDA therefore calls on the general public to discountenance the claim that the institution is doing nothing about the Cadet’s mysterious disappearance.
While we continue to engage all parties in this matter to ensure a positive outcome, we wish to reiterate that the NDA takes the safety and wellbeing of all its cadets seriously. Adequate structures are on ground to ensure every cadet is accounted for through regular stop checks and physical inspections.
The NDA remains a bastion of military and academic excellence, founded on the ideals of discipline, diligence, loyalty, honour and valour. The Academy continues to uphold the vision of its founding fathers by producing highly trained, dedicated and loyal officers for the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
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A young widow whose husband was one of 40 people killed by terrorists in the Mushere community of Bokkos local government area of Plateau State in an attack in August, has cried out following threats by the killers to kill her and her three children if she refuses to marry one of the leaders.
The woman who gave her name simply as Nanbam narrated her ordeal to the global NGO, “Equipping the Persecuted” on Friday, saying that since the bandits killed her husband, they have made life difficult for her as they keep calling her to accept the marriage proposal from their leader or they will kill her and her children.
“My name is Nanbam and I am a widow with three children,” she said in a voice laden with fear.
“My husband was killed along with 39 other people when the bandits invaded our village in August. They surrounded the village and killed our people mercilessly. In my husband’s case, they cut open his body and removed his heart before throwing him into a pond.”
Nanbam stated that since the murder of her husband, the terrorists have not given her any breathing space as they call her almost every day, threatening to kill her and her children if she fails to marry their leader.
“They call me every day, using different numbers and have been threatening to kill me and my children if I keep refusing to marry their boss and convert to Islam since I am still a young woman.”
“In fact, the very day they killed my husband, they used his number to call me to say that their leader wants to marry me. I was shocked at what they said after killing him.
“I thought they were joking and I told them that over my dead body will I marry someone who killed my husband and the father of my children.”
She added that she had to relocate to her hometown in Mangu, hoping that the bandits would let her be, but the calls and threats have not stopped.
“I relocated to my village in Mangu, where I have been managing life with my children, but they keep calling and threatening me. My family said I should change my SIM card, which I did, and for a while, the calls stopped.
“I was surprised when a call came into my phone last week, and the person said they know where I am and if I still prove stubborn and refuse to marry their leader, they will come to the village and kill not only me but my children and other family members.
“Right now, my life is in danger and I don’t know where to run to where they will not trace me. I am still mourning my late husband and trying to care for my children all alone, but these people will not let me have peace.
“I have reported the issue to the police but they said there is nothing they can do as the people who call use different numbers and they can’t be traced. The police even asked me to bring money for them to track the numbers, but I told them I didn’t have money, and they lost interest in the case. I don’t know what to do now or where to turn to,” Nanbam cried.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he has no regrets backing President Bola Tinubu, maintaining that his support for the President has remained unwavering before, during, and after the 2023 general election.
Wike stated this during a special event held to celebrate his 58th birthday at his residence in Abuja on Saturday.
According to a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the Minister said his political choices have always been rooted in “character and integrity.”
Reflecting on his decision to support Tinubu, Wike said he stood out as the only leading member of the opposition who publicly endorsed the President’s candidacy in the lead-up to the 2023 election.
He explained that his stance was guided by the principle of equity and the need for power rotation to the South.
“I never hid my support for President Tinubu. My position was based on equity, fairness, and justice. I believed power should shift to the South, and I stood by that,” Wike stated.
The Minister further pointed to his political influence during the 2023 elections in Rivers State, saying his leadership delivered the presidential election to the All Progressives Congress (APC), while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) won other positions including the National Assembly, governorship, and local elections.
The birthday celebration drew prominent political figures across party lines. In attendance were National Assembly members from Rivers State, the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, local government chairmen, and several past and present political associates.
They took turns to commend the Minister’s contributions to politics and governance.
Former PDP chairman and Rivers Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Ambassador Desmond Akawor, described Wike as the “naked wire” of Rivers politics.
“President Tinubu picked the right product from the PDP,” Akawor noted, referencing Wike’s political clout.
Speaker Amaewhule, who led 27 lawmakers to the event, praised Wike’s leadership.
“Wherever our leader (Wike) goes, we will follow him; whoever he is supporting, we will also support,” he said.
Responding to the tributes, Wike expressed appreciation to his political allies and supporters for standing by him.
He reiterated his commitment to working closely with his people in Rivers and at the national level.
“Criticism and abuses keep me going. I have never been bothered by them,” he said.
The event concluded with special prayers for the Minister and his family.
Notable guests at the event included PDP National Caretaker Committee Chairman Mohammed Abdulrahman, PDP BOT Chairman Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, South-South Vice Chairman Chief Dan Orbih, APC chieftain Hon Victor Giadom, former Abia Governor Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, Senator Sandy Onor, Senator Magnus Abe, Senator George Sekibo, and Senator Bari Mpigi, among others.
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Lady Posts 2 Things She Discovered About Apostle Joshua Selman, Sandra Areh: “I Tried To Find Her”
- A young lady got many people talking on social media after she conducted research on a popular pastor
- She took to her page and shared what she found after looking up a lady who is believed to be his close friend
- The young lady posted her findings on social media, and many people who read it are now talking about it
A Nigerian lady who researched Apostle Joshua Selman and Sandra Areh to better understand the nature of their relationship amid online controversy has shared two interesting things she discovered.
She shared this online and mentioned that she had seen a lot of statements circulating online, many of which she was not sure about, so she decided to conduct her own investigation to avoid making a false claim.
Lady shares 2 things she discovered about AJS and Sandra Areh. Photo Source: Facebook/Tanko Lami
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Lady speaks on Sandra Areh and Apostle Joshua Selman
After conducting her investigation, she mentioned the things she found.
The individual, Tanko Lami, shared this on her page.
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Speaking about the statements she had read online from various individuals, many of which were too extreme and untrue, she said:
“I have seen y’all posts and counter-posts, hot takes and diluted takes, in fact, I’ve read posts from people trying to emotionally blackmail others for their opinions. I don see am all ooh. Now this is mine.””1. Should people mind their business? Yes!””2. Are some of these takes extreme assumptions and unjust negative conclusions? Yes!””3. Should people question what they don’t understand? Why not!!””But hear me out, una send me go research. Why did I research? So that I won’t say something I’m not sure of, and primarily because I’m interested in this situation too… Why am I? Because I’m a lover of Pastor Selman and his ministry and also because I want to understand and learn a thing or two…”
After conducting her investigation, she discovered two things about the two and shared them online.
Lady tells her findings on Apostle Joshua Selman and Sandra Areh. Photo Source: Facebook/Tanko Lami
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Speaking about the first thing she found, she said:
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“So here’s what I found out:””1. Lady Chinelo Areh, no be today e start with AJS. They said since school days, she’s one of the earliest supporters, in fact, a part of his ministry. Since university days ooh.”
She went on to add the second thing she discovered about the pastor, Apostle Joshua Selman, and his friend, Sandra Areh.
She continued:
“2. They grew the ministry together. While this is awesome and 100% applaudable, I tried to find her online and see the testimonies of people about her… not everything, but 80% of what you’ll see about Sandra has to do with AJS or Koinonia.””It shows how immersed she is in the ministry.””From day one, the evidential story is that AJS has long made it clear that he wants to remain celibate or not marry because that is his consecration to his calling. Oh, that is Biblical and great.”
Reactions as lady speaks about Selman, Sandra
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Anthony added:
“Well, I think it’s no longer something they should keep the public in the dark as regards what the future holds for them.Sometimes ago, I read that AJS actually wanted to marry her many years ago but Sandra’s parents refused simply because Ajs is from the north.I don’t know whether it’s true or false but just like you rightly mentioned,he or she should clarify these things so that people don’t make doctrines out of it.”
Nimat Geoffrey shared:
“Thank you for saying this. I am of the opinion that someone most people look up to(godly) shouldn’t keep such level of friendship, relationship or situationship publicly for a long time because we deserve a level of accountability. The last time I saw the matching outfit they wore i thought they’d gotten married.”
Akpan stated:
“Finally, someone sees it from my perspective. I’m genuinely concerned. All these things are scaring potential suitors away. And if AJS decides that he won’t marry till Christ comes or he marries someone else, everywhere go yus blurrr!! But at the end of the day, what do I know?”
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US-based lady rethinks following Joshua Selman’s prayers, criticises preacher: “Deficient character”
Bianca Ordu said:
“I just like the way you view things from a different perspective. I had same thoughts too, but decided to keep my cool cause of how vindictive some persons are about the whole thing.”
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In a similar story, Legit.ng recently reported that a young Nigerian lady shared her discovery about popular pastor Apostle Joshua Selman after watching a trending video of him attending the birthday of Sandra Areh.
Man reacts to Selman and Sandra Areh video
Meanwhile, Legit.ng recently reported that a Nigerian man spoke out after a video of Apostle Joshua Selman attending Sandra Areh’s birthday went viral.
He accused the pastor of sending the wrong signals and causing people to start talking about a possible relationship between him and Sandra Areh. The man told the pastor to stop fuelling the dating
Source: Legit.ng
Senator representing the Jigawa State North West, Babangida Hussaini Adamu, has distanced himself from the recent claims that he is preparing to contest the governorship seat of the state ahead in 2027.
This was contained in a statement signed by the senator and issued to newsmen in Dutse. The senator described the claims as baseless and deliberately misleading.
He described the allegations as false, mischievous and deliberately calculated to create division within the All Progressives Congress, APC.
The Senator expressed concern over what he described as a growing trend of unfounded narratives being peddled on radio platforms, allegedly to mislead the public and stir unnecessary political tension.
According to the statement, “These claims are entirely false and are clearly intended to create unnecessary tension, division and mischief within our great party, the APC.”
He emphasized that both he and the Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, remain loyal members of one united party, working collaboratively and respectfully in the interest of the state.
This follow a recent radio comments by one Magaji Dogo that the Senator is planning to contest for the Governorship position in the coming election, also wearing a campaign-style T-shirt bearing the images of both Senator Babangida and Governor Namadi, alongside a cap, in an apparent attempt to give the false impression that the claims originated from the Senator himself
Senator Adamu, however, declared his unwavering loyalty to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and to the Jigawa State Government under Governor Umar Namadi.
He stressed that his focus remains on supporting the leadership of the party and contributing meaningfully to the continued development of Jigawa State.
Calling on the leadership of the APC to take appropriate measures to address and curtail the spread of misleading narratives capable of undermining party unity and discipline, he urged party members and the general public to disregard the rumours and remain focused on the collective responsibility of strengthening the APC and advancing the socio-economic development of Jigawa State and Nigeria at large.
American rapper Onika Maraj-Petty, popularly known as Nicki Minaj, has once again spoken out about the killings in Nigeria, calling for an end to the violence and demanding the freedom of Christians in the country.
On Friday, Minaj shared a message on X, using a faith-based post to express her concern over the situation.
She wrote, “On Christ the solid rock I stand. All other grounds is sinking sand. All other ground…” before adding, “FREE THE CHRISTIANS IN NIGERIA!!!!!!!!!! STOP THIS NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
This is not the first time Minaj has addressed the crisis. In November, she spoke during a United Nations-related event on global religious freedom, highlighting violence against Christians in Nigeria.
At the event, U.S. official Michael Waltz described the killings in Nigeria as “genocide wearing the mask of chaos.”
He said, “In the Middle Belt and in the North, churches burn, mothers bury their children for the crime of singing Amazing Grace; pastors have been beheaded for preaching the Sermon on the Mount. Entire villages wake up to gunfire because they dare to commit the crime of calling Jesus their Lord.”
Waltz emphasised that the violence is targeted, not random. “This is not random violence. This is genocide wearing the mask of chaos,” he said, linking it to kidnappings. “It just happened yesterday; 25 little girls were ripped out of their school.”
Minaj, who also addressed the briefing, said Christians in Nigeria are being attacked solely because of their faith. “In Nigeria, Christians are being targeted, driven from their homes, and killed.
Churches have been burnt, families have been torn apart, and entire communities live in constant fear, simply because of how they pray,” she said. She framed the issue as part of a broader global challenge and thanked former U.S. President Donald Trump for highlighting it.
However, the Nigerian government has repeatedly denied these claims, clarifying that the insecurity affects people of all faiths, with bandits and insurgents targeting citizens regardless of religion.
A frustrated commuter has taken to social media to call out a popular transport company after his scheduled trip to Lagos was allegedly rescheduled without proper notice.
He took to social media to voice his frustration, following the incident.
Man’s trip gets canceled
According to the man, he had booked his journey several days in advance, only to arrive at the company’s terminal to discover that his trip had been shifted to another day.
He claimed the company insisted that a text message had been sent to inform him of the change, even though he said he received no phone call or direct communication.
The man expressed outrage over what he described as poor customer service, questioning why a transport provider would alter a passenger’s travel plans unilaterally without confirmation. He also shared footage showing an almost empty terminal, which he said reflected the confusion surrounding the rescheduled trip.
Man threatens legal action
He further stated that the incident occurred on December 12, 2025, and warned that he intends to take legal action against the company if the issue is not addressed. The complaint has since generated reactions online, with many social media users sharing similar experiences and calling for improved accountability and customer relations among transport operators.
His words …
“Hello and welcome. My name is Mark. You see this country, this is a very, very stupid country. Right now I’m in a community called God is Good Motos, close to Jankwano. I booked for a journey to Lagos since Wednesday. Since Wednesday I booked in advance only for them to tell me that they sent me text this morning. Now look at the whole place, empty, see? Nothing, you just come and I have… How do you treat a customer like this? You didn’t call me, you said you sent me text to tell me that you rescheduled my journey from Friday to Saturday. What nonsense is that? Are you guys mad? That you are rescheduling my journey for me as if you know how you are planning my journey for me. I’m going to sue this country. I’m going to sue this company if I come back. Today is 12th December 2025. I will sue this company. God is good. I’m suing this company. How do you come? You don’t reschedule my journey like that for me. You don’t call nothing. You say send me text message.”
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— Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) December 13, 2025
Every Christmas season, Nigerians face the same familiar dilemma: what thoughtful, meaningful and affordable item can you give to loved ones, colleagues or business partners without stretching your budget?
The Christmas holidays naturally come with increased spending pressures from travel to food to year-end obligations, and yet gifting remains one of the most powerful cultural expressions of appreciation.
Whether it’s a small token to acknowledge loyalty, something functional to support someone’s daily routine, or a simple gesture that says “I remembered you,” the value of a Christmas gift is rarely measured in cost alone.
With rising prices across markets and households prioritizing essential spending, gift-giving under N30,000 has become a strategic exercise. Nigerians are now more intentional, leaning toward practical items, locally made products, and gifts that offer durability, utility or emotional resonance.
In recent years, gifting has also become an extension of personal branding, especially for entrepreneurs and SMEs hoping to maintain client relationships, reinforce goodwill, or close the year on a warm note.
This curated list highlights gifts that fit within an accessible budget while still delivering quality, usefulness, and that understated Christmas charm. Here are the top 10 Christmas gift ideas in 2025.
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10. Designer-Inspired Perfumes
Designer-inspired perfumes are one of the smartest Christmas gifts you can give without stretching your budget. Priced comfortably between N20,000 and N30,000, these fragrances mirror the scent profiles of popular luxury brands while remaining affordable and widely available. They are ideal for colleagues, friends, partners, and even corporate gifting, offering a premium feel without the premium price tag.
When picking a good scent, testing is key. Spray on a tester strip or directly on the wrist and allow it to sit for 10–15 minutes. This reveals the fragrance’s true character after the initial top notes fade. Pay attention to how it settles on the skin, its longevity, and whether it feels too sharp or well-balanced.
Combo packs are also a great option, allowing recipients to enjoy multiple scent profiles fresh, woody, spicy, or floral, making the gift both practical and exciting for the Christmas season.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, on his 58th birthday today, December 13.
In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised Wike’s performance in office and his contributions to national development.
A Life of Service and Courage
Joining family, friends, and colleagues in honoring Wike, the President thanked God for “a life marked by service, purpose and courage.”
Transforming the Federal Capital Territory
The President said Wike is “an audacious and result-oriented leader who consistently overcomes challenges to deliver impactful projects.”
He highlighted the Minister’s role in advancing infrastructure in the FCT, particularly resolving a 14-year delay in the construction of the Apo–Karshi Road, calling it “a significant milestone in improving connectivity within the nation’s capital.”
A Standout Performer in the Cabinet
“Nyesom Wike has been one of the shining stars in the cabinet, an exceptional performer, developing infrastructure in the Federal Capital as never seen before and proving that his moniker as ‘Mr Project’ is not limited to his home state of Rivers,” Tinubu said.
He also praised Wike’s resilience, “can-do” attitude, and commitment to excellence, noting that he has distinguished himself as “one of the standout performers in the Federal Executive Council.”
The Naira on Friday closed the week stronger with a gain of N1.65 against the U.S. dollar at the official market, after it traded at N1,454.41.
According to data released on the official website of the Central Bank of Nigeria, this represents a 0.11 per cent gain when compared to Thursday when it traded at N1,456.06.
The Naira, which opened the trading week with slight depreciation, experienced weeklong minimal losses trading at N1,455.38 on Wednesday.
On Monday and Tuesday, the local currency traded at N1,451.86 and N1,454.38 respectively.
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By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo
Over 1,600 delegates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State are set to pick the party’s governorship candidate ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
The party’s electoral committee concluded accreditation of the delegates around 10am, paving the way for the primary to commence any moment from now.
The number of delegates elected for the exercise is 1,660 on the basis of five delegates per local government and the area office in Modakeke.
The venue is already filled to capacity with delegates, observers, security and INEC officials.
However, the Chairman of the Primary Committee, the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, and other officials of the party from the National Secretariat are yet to arrive for the exercise.
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