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Four people, including a medical doctor, a traditional birth attendant and the parents of a newborn baby, have been arrested by the Lagos State Police Command over the alleged sale of a baby for N2.5 million. According to police sources, the 28-year-old mother and her boyfriend allegedly decided before the birth that they did not want to keep the child and began searching for people who could facilitate the sale of the baby. The couple was reportedly connected to a prospective buyer in Ikorodu through intermediaries. The pregnant woman was initially taken to a traditional birth attendant for delivery, but complications during labour forced her transfer to a private hospital in Ikorodu, where a medical doctor successfully carried out a Caesarean section, saving both mother and chi...

The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has accused the Federal Government of neglecting governance, worsening insecurity and allegedly attempting to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at a press conference at the National Assembly on Wednesday, June 17, Minority Leader Fred Agbedi said Nigeria was facing a dangerous combination of insecurity, economic hardship and actions that could undermine democratic opposition. The caucus expressed outrage over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in captivity after being abducted alongside his wife in Katsina State. Describing the incident as a national tragedy, Agbedi said, “That a general of the Nigerian Army, who once commanded troops and defended thi...

Lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, is of the opinion that no one in this generation has the kind of influence that social critic, Martins Vincent Otse, aka Very Dark Man VDM, has. He shared this opinion on social media this morning, June 16, hours after VDM led a protest in Ibadan, Oyo state, over the abduction of students and teachers. For eye witness news report, Contact us SNOW TV NEWS via snowmediatv@gmail.com or WhatsApp on +2348143077239 FOR MORE INFO, TRENDING AND BREAKING NEWS UPDATE, FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNEL @OFFICIALSNOWTV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtwG8lGAG1I&t=90s

The world’s oldest known living land animal, Jonathan, has been officially recognized as a Guinness World Records Icon, further cementing his place in history as one of the most remarkable animals ever recorded. Believed to have been born around 1832, Jonathan is currently 194 years old and continues to captivate people around the world with his extraordinary longevity. The Seychelles giant tortoise has far exceeded the average life expectancy of his species, which is estimated to be around 150 years. Jonathan has become a global symbol of resilience and longevity, surviving through nearly two centuries of world history. During his lifetime, he has witnessed major historical events, technological revolutions, and the reigns of numerous world leaders. His remarkable age has earned ...

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed that the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) Original Result Slip will be available for printing on Wednesday. ‎JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Dr Fabian Benjamin, announced this in a statement issued in Abuja. Benjamin explained that the original result slip contained candidates’ photographs, national rankings and other security features designed to enhance its authenticity and acceptance for official purposes. ‎According to him, the document is among the official requirements for post-UTME screening and admission consideration by tertiary institutions. ‎He advised candidates to print the slip from any internet-enabled device or accredited business centre. ‎The spokesman also urged can...

The G7 summit of world powers in France is being chaired by President Emmanuel Macron as host but on Wednesday his guest US President Donald Trump left no doubt over who he believed was in charge. “I’m the boss,” Trump said as he strode in to the morning session of the last day of the three-day G7 summit, with the other leaders already in their seats. Amid laughter, Macron appeared to take the comment with good humour. “How are you?” the French president asked. “Good, thank you,” replied Trump, a tycoon before becoming president who famously hosted the TV show “The Apprentice” with its catchphrase “You’re fired!”, as he finally took his seat. Fresh from clinching an accord to end the war with Iran and celebrating his 80th birthday, Trump’s presence has dominated the summit...

Reports circulating on social media have claimed that residents of Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, attacked a campaign vehicle associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and disrupted planned political activities in the area. According to the unverified reports, the incident occurred during campaign-related activities, with some residents allegedly expressing dissatisfaction and preventing campaign operatives from carrying out their engagement in parts of the city. As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the Presidency, the ruling party, security agencies, or the Nasarawa State Government confirming the incident. Eyewitness accounts and videos circulating online could not be independently verified, while details regarding possible inj...

The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Party, Peter Obi, has declared that he is willing to lay down his life for Nigeria, insisting that effective leadership requires courage, commitment, and sacrifice, particularly amid the country's growing security challenges. Speaking during a recent episode of the Black Box interview on Nevon HQ with journalist Rufai Oseni, Obi emphasized that tackling insecurity demands decisive action and unwavering dedication from those in leadership positions. Reflecting on his tenure as governor of Anambra State, Obi said he successfully confronted criminal activities, including kidnapping, through strong political will and commitment. “I have fought criminality in Anambra. Commitment solves the problem for everybody,” he stated. ...

The 10-year-old boy who was recently rescued from his abusive guardian in Odume layout in Isiowulu part of Anambra state, has been reunited with his mother. A video shared online showed the mother of the abused child breaking down in tears as she saw her child with a varying degree of injury allegedly inflicted on him by his guardian. On Monday, June 15, LIB reported that the Anambra state police command arrested a couple and one other person for allegedly inflicting injuries on the minor.  The minor was rescued by concerned residents of the area after neighbors in the compound where he lived with the couple raised an alarm over his deplorable state.  During interrogation, Mrs Chisom confessed to having used burning plastic to inflict burns on the victim. W...

A tricycle rider was reportedly k!lled during a clash between police officers and commercial tricycle operators in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital. The incident occurred around 5:00 pm on Tuesday, June 16, at the Road Block area of the city. According to reports, a police patrol operation was underway when a police officer reportedly jumped out of a patrol vehicle in an attempt to arrest a tricycle operator. This resulted in an accident involving two tricycles carrying passengers, DailyTrust reports. The incident angered tricycle operators, who gathered at the scene and blocked the road in protest, causing a major disruption to traffic. Residents told the publication that the protest later escalated after police officers fired teargas to disperse the crowd.  Some protesters allege...