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  The remarkable story of the Plateau cleric, his troubled past, spiritual transformation, family tragedy, death threats and journey to Israel to draw international attention to killings in Nigeria. The name Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo has become increasingly recognised in Nigeria and beyond, particularly because of his outspoken comments about recurring attacks and killings in Plateau State. The Plateau-based clergyman has repeatedly raised concerns about the suffering of communities affected by violence, displacement and loss of lives. His emotional appearances at mass burials and appeals for international intervention have attracted considerable attention. But beyond the public attention is a personal story that began with childhood struggles, a troubled youth, a dramatic spiritual transformation and years of Christian ministry. From his account of once associating with a robbery gang to becoming a church leader, losing relatives to violence and travelling to Israel to seek internation...

  The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a pastor and another suspect over an alleged car theft in Abuja. The pastor, identified as Edwin Nwabueze, was reportedly arrested alongside another suspect, Sadiq Jamiu, following the alleged theft of a Toyota Camry at UTC Plaza in the Garki area of Abuja. According to reports citing the FCT Police Command, Nwabueze identified himself as a pastor with Salvation Power Bible Ministry in Benue State. Police investigations reportedly linked the two suspects to an alleged interstate car theft syndicate. The police said the suspects were arrested during an investigation into the missing vehicle, while further inquiries were ongoing to establish their alleged involvement and identify other possible members of the suspected network. The arrest has attracted attention because one of the suspects reportedly identified himself as a pastor. However, it is important to note that the suspects have not been convicted, and the alle...

  An Abuja court has sentenced a Nigerian man, Nwachi Chidozie Kingsley, to seven years in prison for defrauding an American lawyer, Nicole Kierulff Sayers, of $205,238, equivalent to approximately ₦276 million. The Federal Capital Territory High Court, sitting in Maitama, Abuja, delivered the judgment on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Justice U.P. Kekemeke also ordered Kingsley to refund the full amount to the American lawyer. The conviction followed a prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations involving a fraudulent government contract. How They Met on Facebook During the trial, Sayers, an American lawyer based in Oregon, United States, told the court that Kingsley first contacted her through Facebook on her birthday. She explained that he introduced himself as a member of the same spiritual organisation as her. Their conversations reportedly developed into a romantic relationship, which made her trust him and believe his subsequent claims. H...

November 1, 2026 | Daily Gist & Guide | World News A heartbreaking incident involving a 15-year-old Ghanaian boy who was shot dead while walking to school in New York has sparked grief and calls for justice. US President Donald Trump has reportedly agreed to grant the teenager's mother a visa so she can travel from Ghana to attend her son's funeral. What Happened to the Ghanaian Teenager? The teenager, identified as Javits Frimpong, was reportedly shot in the abdomen on Thursday, October 29, while walking to school in the Bronx area of New York City. According to reports, responding police officers found him with a gunshot wound and rushed him to St. Barnabas Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Javits had moved from Ghana to the United States in 2025 to live with his father, Thomas Frimpong. ADVERTISEMENT Trump Approves Visa for His Mother Following the tragedy, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reportedly contacted President Dona...

  Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called on Nigerians to avoid judging an entire religion based on the actions and behaviour of some of its followers. Gumi maintained that religions should be assessed based on their scriptures, teachings, values and principles rather than the personal conduct of individuals who identify with them. According to the cleric, some individuals may engage in actions that contradict the teachings of the religion they profess, but such behaviour should not automatically be regarded as a reflection of the entire faith.< /p> He argued that anyone seeking to understand or criticise a religion should first examine its foundational teachings rather than relying solely on the actions of its followers. The cleric's position has brought renewed attention to the debate surrounding religious tolerance, accountability and the relationship between religious teachings and the conduct of their followers. His remarks also highlight the importance of hold...

  Sokoto State Governor, Ahmad Aliyu, has reportedly spoken about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's commitment to praying for Nigeria during his stay in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.< p> According to the circulating statement attributed to the governor, Tinubu hardly sleeps since arriving in the holy city, as he spends much of his time praying for Nigeria. The President recently travelled to Saudi Arabia, where he performed the lesser Hajj (Umrah) and offered prayers for Nigeria's peace, unity, stability and continued progress. The Presidency confirmed that Tinubu used the spiritual visit to seek divine intervention for the country, particularly amid ongoing security and economic challenges. Governor Ahmad Aliyu was also among the Nigerian governors who accompanied the President during the visit. The development has attracted attention on social media, with Nigerians expressing different reactions to reports of the President's prayers for the country.< /p> While the P...