Dr. Voddie Baucham Jr., a leading Reformed Baptist pastor, educator and bestseller author, passed away on September 25, 2025, after an emergency medical incident. Known for his outspoken preaching, the book "Fault Lines" and his work with Founders Ministries, his sudden death has jolted evangelical circles. Survived by his family, his legacy lives on through countless sermons, lectures and writings.
Nigeria's National Industrial Court has stepped in to calm a bitter leadership standoff within the PENGASSAN Chevron Branch. Seven senior staff sued over the alleged illegal dissolution of their executive committees and the appointment of a caretaker body by the union's national leadership. The court has ordered all parties to keep the peace while it examines the constitutional breach claims. The ruling aims to keep the dispute from spilling into workplace unrest.
SASSA has released the August 2025 schedule for social grant payments, listing specific dates for Older Persons and Disability grants. Updated amounts cover Old Age, Child Support, Foster Care and SRD grants. Beneficiaries can collect funds after the listed dates, giving them flexibility. The agency stresses staying informed to manage household budgets.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has successfully extradited Michael Lomas, a fugitive accused of significant fraud and corruption at Eskom's Kusile Power Station. Lomas fled to the UK after initial arrest and bail, but his extradition was approved in August 2024. The collaborative effort involved the Hawks and UK authorities. Lomas' return marks a major step in bringing him to justice.
Nautilus Aviation recently confirmed that the pilot involved in the fatal helicopter crash at a Cairns hotel was a company employee. The helicopter, unauthorized for flight, crashed into the DoubleTree Hotel roof, prompting an investigation. Hundreds of guests were evacuated, and two people were hospitalized. Nautilus Aviation is working with authorities and supporting the pilot's family and employees.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has confirmed that there has been no official directive to increase the monthly allowance for corps members to N70,000. Despite social media rumors, the NYSC urges verification through proper channels to avoid misinformation. The current allowance remains N33,000 after its 2020 increase from N19,800.
Veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho was abducted on July 17 at Karen Police Station after being tailed by an unknown vehicle. The police claimed that the arrest was a case of mistaken identity. Gaitho was roughed up but returned safely. His daughter, Anita Gaitho, intends to file an abduction report at the station. Gaitho was unharmed apart from the rough handling he endured during the incident.
A cab driver named Ramesh Kumar tragically lost his life due to a roof collapse at Terminal 1 of the Delhi Airport amid heavy rains. His family, facing emotional and financial turmoil, plans to file a complaint and challenge the offered compensation, seeking justice and accountability for the incident.
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