A UK court has overturned the conviction of Hamit Coskun, a 51-year-old Turkish-born man fined for burning a copy of the Quran outside the Turkish consulate in London, ruling that his actions were protected under free speech laws. Coskun had been convicted in June by Westminster Magistrates’ Court for a religiously aggravated public order offence and fined £240. The presiding judge...
The United States Mission in Nigeria has refuted claims that the recent reduction in visa validity for Nigerian citizens is politically motivated, stressing that the decision is part of a global, technical reassessment aimed at safeguarding the integrity of the U.S. immigration system. In a statement issued to address growing speculation, the Mission clarified that the policy shift affects not...
Evangelist Helen Akpabio has stirred debate in Christian circles after publicly condemning the phrase “Happy Birthday,” claiming it originates from the devil. In a recent message, Akpabio urged Christians to abandon the popular greeting, insisting it has no place in the life of a true believer. According to her, using “Happy Birthday” aligns with worldly traditions that...
Popular Nigerian TikTok sensation Jarvis has captured the hearts of millions with her vibrant personality and relatable content — but behind the laughter lies a story of resilience, sacrifice, and survival. In a candid interview, Jarvis opened up about her difficult past before the fame and wealth, sharing a side of her life many fans never knew. She revealed that growing up, she was...
A recent high-risk counter-terror operation has ended in tragedy, as 13 operatives were confirmed dead, contrary to earlier inflated reports. According to insights gathered by Zagazola Makama, security experts are raising red flags over the lack of real-time intelligence sharing, poor inter-agency collaboration, and absence of critical air support. The operation, spearheaded by the Department...
