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NAFEST 2026 Returns to Enugu, Promises New Competitions, Concerts

Posted September 29, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The National Festival of Arts and Culture, NAFEST, will return to Enugu from November 21 to 28, 2026, following the postponement of the 2025 edition. The National Council for Arts and Culture, NCAC, in partnership with the Enugu State Government, said the eight-day festival would bring together cultural delegations from…

Gold Prices Slide as Markets Bet on More US Rate Hikes

Posted September 28, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

Gold prices fell more than 1% as expectations of further US interest-rate increases strengthened, boosting the dollar and putting pressure on the non-yielding precious metal. The decline reflects growing market expectations that the US Federal Reserve could raise interest rates again after policymakers signalled concerns about persistent inflation. Reuters reported…

2027: ‘Election Riggers Should Write Their Wills’ — Obidient Movement Warns

Posted September 23, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The Obidient Movement has warned political actors against attempting to manipulate the 2027 general elections, saying Nigerians would resist any effort to subvert the electoral process. The group issued the warning in a statement released on Tuesday in reaction to comments by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom…

US Father Jailed 16 Years After Family Dog Kills One-Week-Old Son

Posted September 18, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

An Indiana man, Austin Kinsey, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after his one-week-old son was mauled to death by the family dog at their home in Markle, Indiana. The baby, Jason Anthony Weaver, died on September 4, 2025, after being attacked by Chomp, a five-year-old husky-pit bull…

FOSAD Calls for Thorough Investigation, Prosecution of Sexual Molestation of Seven-Year-Old Girl by Biological Mother in Anambra

Posted September 17, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD) has expressed deep concern and outrage over reports concerning the alleged sexual abuse and online exploitation of a seven-year-old girl by her mother, Mrs. Anulika Nwokike in Onitsha, Anambra State. FOSAD considers the allegations extremely grave and disturbing, particularly because they involve a…

China Denies Supplying Iran Intelligence Before Strike That Killed US Troops

Posted September 14, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

China has rejected reports that Chinese entities supplied Iran with satellite images of a US military base in Jordan before and after an Iranian missile strike that killed three American soldiers. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun described the allegations as “groundless,” saying Beijing opposed accusations made without evidence. The…

UNIZIK Lecturers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid August Salary

Posted September 8, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka chapter, has commenced an indefinite strike over the non-payment of the full August 2026 salary to its members. The decision was taken at a congress of the union on Monday, September 7, 2026, following the failure of the university management…

Civil War Authors Recount Painful Experiences, Warn Against Repeating Past Mistakes

Posted September 5, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

Authors of History and Lessons from the Nigerian Civil War (Chronologically Arranged) have recounted their painful experiences of the 1967–1970 conflict, urging Nigerians to learn from the past and avoid repeating the mistakes that led to the war. The authors - Chief James I. Egwuonwu, Obioma N. Ikechi and Uchenna…

Messi Retires From Argentina: End of an Era for the World Champion

Posted August 31, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football with Argentina, bringing an emotional end to one of the greatest international careers in football history. The 39-year-old Argentina captain confirmed his decision on Monday, August 31, 2026, in an emotional message, saying he believes it is the right moment to…

Flood Destroys Homes, Farmlands, Fish Ponds in Niger Community

Posted August 20, 2026 by Freedom Square TV

Flooding has destroyed homes, fish ponds and vast farmlands in Muye and adjoining communities in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, following the overflow of River Gurara after heavy rainfall. The Etsu Muye, Alhaji Salihu Muhammadu, disclosed this during an inspection of an ongoing water control wall project being…

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