Two female students from the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), in Imo State, who were kidnapped on Sunday while traveling the road connecting the campus to the Ihiagwa community, have been released.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Public Relations Officer for the university, Orakwe Ezugwu, officially announced their safe return in a statement released on Friday. According to the statement:

• Security Incident: The two female students were abducted during a security incident on Sunday, September 6, 2026.

• Medical Care: The students are currently receiving necessary medical care and psychological support at the FUTO Medical Centre.

• VC Interaction: The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. I.N.S. Dozie, has visited the students to interact with them following their ordeal.

Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe announced that the Federal Government has locked down new Chinese investment commitments aimed at tackling Nigeria’s persistent electricity sector hurdles. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the minister’s spokesperson, Adeola Labzy, this breakthrough follows a round of high-level talks between Tegbe and major Chinese power engineering companies and financial institutions in Beijing.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• • Presidential Power Initiative (PPI): The secured investments are intended to fast-track the deployment and execution of PPI projects nationwide.

  • Bankable Focus: Beijing discussions centered on translating partnerships into concrete infrastructure, measured specifically by delivered megawatts, energized transmission lines, and increased hours of steady power supply.

  • Accelerated Timelines and Full-Scope Partnerships: During the mission, the minister pushed for firm, speedier completion deadlines and advocated transitioning away from traditional EPC contracts toward comprehensive, full-scope partnerships.

  Despite ongoing efforts by authorities, official data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission indicates that a vast majority of citizens still live without access to reliable electricity.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta deliberately engineered unexpected challenges during pre-season training and travel routines to safeguard his squad against disruptions like a recent flight delay caused by air traffic control issues prior to their Champions League match against Napoli in Italy. Despite arriving three hours behind schedule, the team avoided panic due to prior simulation exercises. Speaking at a press conference on September 11 ahead of an upcoming Premier League fixture against Sunderland, Arteta explained that he enjoys creating these hurdles so his players learn to adapt rather than complain or look for excuses. His unorthodox methods include altering travel timelines, arriving late to stadiums, shifting meal schedules, taking alternative routes, and adjusting dressing room environments to be less comfortable.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶