Kengist, Lagos (2025)

15/09/2025

Unbelievable! 🇲🇩 Moldova were thrashed 11–1 by 🇳🇴 Norway, with Haaland netting five goals.

15/09/2025

The FBI offered a reward of up to $100,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the murder of Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.

15/09/2025

Two Young Men Found Dead Along LASU-Igando Road

Two young men have reportedly been murdered near First Gate, along the LASU-Igando Road in Iba, Lagos State.

Their bodies were discovered lying face down by a canal in the area. In a video obtained by LIB, both victims appeared topless, with their hands and feet bound behind their backs. Their heads were covered with blue trash bags tightly knotted around their necks.

A resident who spoke with LIB said the men seemed to have been severely beaten, as visible marks were left on their bodies, before allegedly being suffocated with the bags.

It is suspected that the killings occurred during the night of September 8, as the bodies were found in the early hours of September 9.

As of the evening of September 9, the corpses had yet to be removed from the scene.

15/09/2025

Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Confirmed Dead After Shooting at Utah Event

Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA and a close ally of former President Donald Trump, has died after being shot in the neck during a student event at Utah Valley University (UVU) in Orem on Wednesday, September 10. He was 31.

Kirk was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but later succumbed to his injuries, according to law enforcement officials. His death was confirmed by President Trump in a post on Truth Social.

The shooting occurred around 12:20 p.m. during a stop on Turning Point USA’s American Comeback Tour. Video from the event appeared to capture the moment Kirk was struck while speaking under a white tent, sparking panic as attendees screamed and scrambled to safety.

UVU spokesperson Ellen Trevor initially reported that a suspect believed to be in custody had been released. By Wednesday evening, police confirmed the shooter remained at large. Campus police, supported by Orem officers, continue to investigate.

The university immediately went into lockdown before beginning a building-by-building evacuation under police es**rt. Roads around the campus were closed as more than 60 emergency vehicles from surrounding agencies responded.

Kirk, who co-founded Turning Point USA in 2012, grew the organization into one of the most prominent conservative youth movements in the country. He was also a frequent media commentator, podcast host, and political strategist. He is survived by his wife, Erika, and their two children.

The attack has drawn widespread condemnation and grief from political leaders, student groups, and supporters nationwide. A manhunt for the shooter is still underway.

15/09/2025

Qatar Introduces Stricter Visa Rules Targeting Nigerian Men Traveling Alone

Qatar has introduced new visa restrictions that prevent Nigerian men traveling without family members from obtaining tourist or transit visas, a policy authorities say is aimed at curbing visa overstays.

According to the Ministry of Interior, the directive—effective around September 5, 2025—applies to both fresh and pending applications. Under the new rules, only women and families are eligible to apply, while men traveling alone will only be considered if accompanied by relatives. Applicants must also present confirmed return tickets and book accommodation exclusively in five-star hotels before visa approval.

The decision marks a significant setback for many Nigerians, particularly male business travelers, students, and transit passengers who rely on Doha as a gateway to Asia and Europe. “This will hit a lot of Nigerians who use Qatar Airways to connect to Asia or Europe. For men without families, it’s essentially a travel ban,” a travel industry insider told Vanguard.

Qatari officials have defended the policy as a necessary measure to address the issue of overstays. However, analysts caution that it may strain diplomatic ties between Nigeria and Qatar while limiting people-to-people exchange. Male travelers may now be forced to cancel trips or adjust plans under stricter and more expensive requirements.

Visa-related frictions between the two countries are not new. In 2019, former Senate President Bukola Saraki urged Qatar to ease its entry restrictions for Nigerians, while in 2023, ex-Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika called for more equitable treatment. The latest directive, however, is considered far tougher, singling out Nigerian men traveling alone as its main focus.Qatar Introduces Stricter Visa Rules Targeting Nigerian Men Traveling Alone

Qatar has introduced new visa restrictions that prevent Nigerian men traveling without family members from obtaining tourist or transit visas, a

15/09/2025

Larry Ellison Overtakes Elon Musk as World’s Richest Person After Oracle Stock Surge

Larry Ellison has become the richest person in the world, surpassing Elon Musk, following a massive surge in Oracle’s share price.

On Tuesday, Oracle posted impressive earnings, driven by strong sales growth and an optimistic forecast for its cloud business. The news sent the company’s stock soaring—climbing more than 39% by Wednesday morning on the New York market.

Ellison, who co-founded Oracle in 1977 and still holds roughly 41% of its shares, saw his fortune swell by more than $101 billion in a single day. His net worth now stands at $405 billion, outpacing Musk’s $384 billion, according to Bloomberg.

15/09/2025

Attack on Police Patrol Team in Egbe: CP Deploys Reinforcement Units

The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed that three of its officers were killed after armed hoodlums ambushed a patrol team along the Okoloke-Pategi Road in Egbe.

In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, SP William Ovye Aya, the hoodlums reportedly emerged from the bush and opened fire on the officers during a routine patrol.

Following the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Miller Dantawaye, ordered the immediate deployment of a tactical squad consisting of the Police Mobile Force, Counter-Terrorism Unit, Anti-Kidnapping Squad, Intelligence Unit, and Quick Response Team. The units will work alongside other security agencies to restore calm in the area and pursue the attackers until they are apprehended.

The Commissioner also directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of investigations to launch a full inquiry into the attack.

CP Dantawaye appealed to residents of the community to support the police by providing credible information that could help identify and arrest the perpetrators.

15/09/2025

South Africa’s Constitutional Court Rules Husbands Can Take Wives’ Surnames

The Constitutional Court in Bloemfontein has ruled that husbands are legally permitted to adopt their wives’ surnames, striking down previous restrictions as unconstitutional.

The landmark judgment was delivered on Thursday, September 11, 2025, by Justice Leona Theron, who declared that provisions of the Births and Deaths Registration Act, 51 of 1992 unfairly discriminate on the basis of gender.

The case was brought by two couples—Jana Jordaan and Henry van der Merwe, and Jess Donnelly-Bornman and Andreas Nicolaas Bornman. Van der Merwe had been denied the right to assume his wife’s surname, while Bornman was prevented from hyphenating his surname to include his wife’s.

The couples argued that such restrictions reinforced outdated gender norms and violated the Constitution’s guarantee of equality.

The Bloemfontein High Court had earlier sided with the couples, declaring the provisions invalid and instructing the Department of Home Affairs to amend affected records. The Constitutional Court has now upheld that ruling.

In its decision, the Court also ordered the Department of Home Affairs to cover the applicants’ legal expenses, including the fees for two counsel.

Notably, Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber and Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mamoloko Kubayi did not contest the application, leaving the Court to weigh constitutional rights against existing legislative and administrative practices.

15/09/2025

Tax ID to Become Mandatory for Bank Accounts and Transactions from January 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, Nigerians and non-residents will no longer be able to open or operate bank accounts without a Tax Identification Number (Tax ID).

The new policy is part of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025, signed into law by President Bola Tinubu on June 26, 2025.

Beyond banking, the Act makes possession of a Tax ID mandatory for insurance policies, stock market dealings, and contracts with federal or state governments.

Under the law, all taxable individuals are required to register with the relevant authority to obtain a Tax ID card. Government ministries, departments, and agencies across federal, state, and local levels are also mandated to secure Tax IDs.

Non-residents providing taxable goods and services in Nigeria must likewise register and pay applicable taxes in the country.

The Act further empowers tax authorities to assign a Tax ID to individuals who fail to apply, or to reject applications if available information justifies it, with applicants to be notified within five working days.

In addition, business owners who suspend or permanently shut down their operations are required to inform the tax authority within 30 days, after which their Tax ID will either be placed on dormant status or deregistered.

15/09/2025

Delta State Government Introduces New Dress Code for Civil Servants

The Delta State Government has introduced a revised dress code for civil servants aimed at promoting discipline, modesty, and professionalism in the workplace.

Under the new directive, public servants are prohibited from sporting bushy beards, artificial braided or tinted hair, long eyelashes, fake nails, and other appearances considered “indecent.”

The policy was announced in a circular issued by the Office of the Head of Service, which emphasized that all civil servants must now present themselves in neat, modest, and professional attire that reflects their status in the public service.

Heads of departments have been instructed to monitor compliance with the directive. Staff who fail to meet the required dress standards are to be sent home to change before returning to duty. Persistent refusal to comply may attract disciplinary action.

Part of the circular read:

“In addressing the rising cases of improper dressing within the State Public Service, it has become necessary to review the existing dress code contained in circular letter No. HOS. 15/13/74 of 12th March, 2009, in order to uphold decency in the appearance of Public Servants across the State.

“Senior officers are also expected to lead by example in demonstrating appropriate dressing standards that reflect decorum and guide their subordinates. Where lapses are observed, sanctions may be applied in line with Public Service Rule No. 04314, which stipulates that: ‘No officer shall appear in the office or anywhere in his official capacity attired in a manner deemed inappropriate or immodest.’”

15/09/2025

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15/09/2025

Osun Monarch Opposes Man Parading as ‘Obi of Lagos’

The Oba Olukosi of Ilukosi-Ijesa, an Osun-based monarch, has raised strong objections against an Igbo man allegedly presenting himself as the “Obi of Lagos.”

The monarch shared a copy of an invitation card announcing the unveiling of a prototype of the “Obi of Lagos Palace” alongside the celebration of a maiden Ofala Festival scheduled to take place in the Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos State.

The invitation identified Engr. Chibuke Azubuike as the “Obi of Lagos.”

Reacting to the development, Oba Olukosi condemned the title as misleading and offensive, stating that he has instructed his team to submit a formal petition against Azubuike. He also vowed to raise the matter at the forthcoming Traditional Rulers Council meeting.

“I have directed my team to file a petition against one Chibuke Azubike parading himself as Obi of Lagos, and I will bring this up at our Traditional Rulers Council meeting this Friday. This act of provocation against our people will not go unanswered,” he said.

When contacted by LIB, Azubuike clarified the matter, insisting that he is the Obi of Ndigbo in Lagos State—not the Obi of Lagos.

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