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 MATTERS ARISING 6060 WAJESHA Launches Official Website to Strengthen Environment, Science and Health Journalism Across West Africa The West African Journalists for Environment, Science, Health and Agriculture (WAJESHA) has officially launched its website ( https://www.wajesha.org ) marking a significant step toward strengthening specialised journalism and expanding professional collaboration among media practitioners across West Africa. The newly launched platform is designed to serve as a digital hub where journalists, editors, researchers, scientists and communicators can exchange knowledge, access valuable resources, publish reports and collaborate on critical issues affecting the region. According to the organisation, the website will promote high-quality reporting on climate change, environmental protection, public health, agriculture, biodiversity conservation, food systems and scientific innovation—issues considered vital to sustainable development across West Africa. WAJES...

 Benue Police Arrest Chief Morgan Ejaga, Moses Anteyi and others Over Killing of MACBAN Chairman Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed MAKURDI, Benue State— The Benue State Police Command has arrested seven more persons in connection with the killing of the Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed, and Mr. Yakubu Isa. The two men were killed on July 1, 2026, while returning from a security meeting convened by the Divisional Police Officer in Ohimini Local Government Area. Alhaji Ardo Risku Mohammed was a prominent Fulani leader and was known for his efforts in promoting dialogue and peaceful coexistence between herders and farmers in the state. According to the Police Command, the latest arrests followed sustained intelligence gathering and coordinated tactical operations. The newly arrested suspects are:   1. Chief Morgan Ejaga, 43   2. Chief Moses Anteyi, 45   3. Chief John Ogli, 58...

 BREAKING NEWS: ₦1.19 TRILLION NIGHTMARE AS NRC PLATFORM COLLAPSES Abuja, Nigeria — The sudden collapse of the National Reading Culture (NRC) platform is fast becoming one of the most devastating financial catastrophes of the digital era, leaving thousands of Nigerian investors stranded. A comprehensive investigative report released this week by the Digital Data Clinic, led by Chief Executive Officer Ibrahim Babangida Lawal, has revealed the alarming scale of the crash. The quantitative study warns that the macroeconomic impact on the country could reach a staggering N1.19 Trillion. THE ILLUSION OF SOCIAL UPLIFTMENT   The NRC platform gained massive traction by positioning itself as a gamified, socio-educational repository and peer-to-peer micro-contribution fund. Promising consistent, high-yield returns under the guise of promoting a reading culture, it quickly overcame early skepticism. However, when the platform abruptly froze user accounts and ceased operations, the r...

Billions Gone Overnight: Panic as NRC Ponzi Scheme Collapses, Thousands of Nigerians Count Losses Thousands of Nigerians have been thrown into financial distress following the reported collapse of the National Reading Culture (NRC) platform, a scheme widely alleged to have operated as a Ponzi investment network while presenting itself as a task-based earning programme. The platform attracted users with promises of earning substantial daily income by completing simple online tasks after making an initial financial commitment. It also encouraged participants to recruit new members in exchange for referral bonuses, a strategy that helped it spread rapidly across social media and messaging platforms. Trouble began when users reported being unable to access their accounts or withdraw their funds. Within hours, panic spread among members as the platform allegedly went offline, leaving thousands of investors uncertain about the fate of their money. Although the exact amount lost is yet to be ...

 Young Political Leader Dumps NDC, Cites Religious Bias and Lack of Internal Democracy Kaduna, Nigeria – July 7, 2026 The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has suffered another setback following the resignation of one of its young political figures, Hon. Dr. Najib Zakari, who announced his immediate exit from the party, citing what he described as the erosion of fairness, merit, inclusiveness, and equal political opportunity. In a resignation letter dated July 6, 2026 and addressed to the Ward Chairman of Sabon Gari Ward, Chikun Local Government Area, as well as the Kaduna State headquarters of the party, Zakari said his decision came after deep reflection on his experience within the NDC. According to him, he joined the party believing it would uphold the principles of justice, competence, and equal opportunity for members regardless of their ethnic or religious backgrounds. However, he said his expectations were not met. He alleged that merit, integrity, competence, and accountab...

 FG Condemns Killing of Nigerians in South Africa, Demands Justice Over Xenophobic Attacks The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly condemned the killing of Nigerian citizens in South Africa, describing the incidents as disturbing and calling on the South African authorities to ensure those responsible are arrested and prosecuted. The condemnation comes amid renewed xenophobic tensions and protests in parts of South Africa, particularly in Pretoria, where several Nigerians have reportedly lost their lives. According to information released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA), the Nigerian government confirmed that two Nigerians were recently killed during the unrest. The first victim was identified as Emeka Charles Iroegbu, who was allegedly killed on June 28 by officers of the Tshwane Metro Police. Nigerian authorities alleged that he died after being subjected to what they described as "gruesome interrogation techniques." The second victim was identified as Musa ...