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By Esther Onyegbula For seven young Nigerian women, most of whom are teenagers, the journey began with familiar faces, including friends, relatives and community members. They claimed to know people abroad who offers decent jobs in boutiques, restaurants, salons and homes. What awaited the young girls across the border, however, was a brutal reality. Theirs is a […]
Former Premier League player, Miguel Almiron has made history as the first individual to receive a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth during a match. In light of the new FIFA regulations implemented for the tournament in Mexico, Canada, and the United States, the football governing body had stated that ‘any […]
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration’s opposition to negotiating with bandits, insisting that seeking peace deals with criminal groups remains unacceptable in the state. The governor made the remarks during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service. Lawal stated that it is an offence in Zamfara State to broker […]
Terrorists mount stiff resistance Source: Abductors trapped, security forces closing in By Adeola Badru 36 agonising days after gunmen swept through three schools in Oyo State and disappeared into the vast wilderness with dozens of pupils and teachers, the battle to secure their freedom has entered what security officials described as its most decisive stage. […]
• ‘How to regain it, avoid repeat of June 12 tragedy’ • Makes case for strong institutions • Says he was a victim for standing for N/Assembly independence By Olayinka Latona Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has issued a stirring defence of the National Assembly’s role as the “load-bearing wall” of Nigeria’s democracy, arguing that […]
—, demand N150m to release another captive …Igboho threatens showdown, gives ultimatum By Adeola Badru The worsening wave of violent crime across Oyo State has taken a grim turn with the reported killing of a pregnant woman allegedly abducted by suspected Fulani kidnappers, despite ongoing ransom negotiations. This development came amid growing concerns over insecurity […]
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Biodun Oyebanji, as the winner of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The Returning Officer for the Ekiti State governorship election, Adenike Oladiji, who declared the results at about 3:13 a.m. on Sunday, said that Oyebanji polled 319,224 votes. […]
By Ayo Onikoyi In Ijebu-Ode this year, culture didn’t just show up – it moved. It moved through colour, through rhythm, through generations. It moved in the synchronized elegance of the regberegbe, in the confidence of tailored Aso-Oke, in the sound of drums echoing heritage into the present. At the centre of it all, Orijin […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian drummer and musician Ara The Drummer has shared her perspective on intimacy, relationships, and personal boundaries, stating that sex goes beyond physical pleasure and involves a deeper level of connection. Speaking on the Under Her Skin Podcast, Ara said people often underestimate the significance of sexual intimacy and the access it […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Fast-rising Nollywood actress and filmmaker Abidemi Adisa has acknowledged the existence of the controversial sex-for-role practice in the Nigerian movie industry, saying it remains one of the factors discouraging talented individuals from pursuing careers in entertainment. The actress, however, disclosed that she has never been pressured to exchange sexual favors for movie […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress and producer Ayomide Dawodu has revealed that she remains single and is in no hurry to remarry, years after the end of a relationship she described as memorable despite its painful conclusion. Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, the indigenous Lagos-born filmmaker said she has not found love since her […]
By Ayon Onikoyi Nigerian actress, reality TV star, and model Beverly Osu has addressed the perception that she is controversial, stating that she has never intentionally tried to provoke reactions or create public conversations. Speaking on the Creativtea Podcast, Beverly reflected on her upbringing, revealing that she grew up in Lagos and had a strong […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Gifted actress, screenwriter and filmmaker Tierny Olalere was a recent guest on the inspirational and lifestyle podcast Conversations With Kenni, hosted by media personality and visibility strategist Kehinde Ajose. In the episode, she opened up about her journey in Nollywood, reflecting on her early struggles, the sacrifices behind her career growth, and […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Anambra State-born actress and psychology graduate, Sharon Francis, has shared her views on acting, the evolving nature of Nollywood films, and the growing use of sexual content in movie productions. Speaking in an interview, Francis revealed that her passion for acting began at a very young age, long before she considered it […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Countryside Group has officially signed renowned social media influencer, hypeman, and entertainer Mr. Omotore Adebayo Barry, popularly known as Whiteman (Fakepoco), as its newest brand ambassador. The signing ceremony, held at the Group’s Head Office in Nigeria, marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its brands, expand customer […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actress Blessing Obasi has addressed the criticism she received from some Christians following her portrayal of a lesbian character in the Netflix series Blood Sisters 2. Speaking in an interview with Yanga FM, the actress explained that her role as an actor requires her to interpret different characters and should not […]
By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian lifestyle influencer and dance enthusiast Ntumobe Chisom, popularly known as Cheesohm, has announced the next edition of her “Dance with Cheesohm” initiative following the success of a recent Afrobeats dance class held in Lekki, Lagos. The previous session, which took place at Alpha Fitness Studio on Admiralty Way, attracted dance enthusiasts […]
Coach Graham Potter said his Sweden team will learn and be better for their 5-1 World Cup hammering by a rampant Netherlands on Saturday. The Swedes thrashed Tunisia by the same scoreline to launch their campaign but came crashing back down to Earth in Houston. Potter’s men, who would have reached the last 32 with […]
Germany reached the World Cup knockout phase for the first time since 2014 with a dramatic come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Saturday. Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice, including the crucial goal four minutes into injury time, triggering a massive roar from the overwhelmingly pro-German crowd of 43,000 in Toronto. Germany had not advanced […]
An investigative journalist and farmer in Akwa Ibom State, Ibanga Isine, has raised the alarm following his eviction from a courtroom before his case was called up. Isine, who is the complainant in the case of Commissioner of Police v. Abdullahi Yusuf, was allegedly thrown out of the courtroom by police operatives attached to the […]
The United Nations Security Council is concerned about reports of military reinforcements by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) around El Obeid in Sudan, months after the massacre in El Fasher. The council, in a statement on Saturday, warned of the imminent risk of mass atrocities and demanded that the RSF immediately halt its assault on […]
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police supervising the South-East Geopolitical Zone and in charge of Logistics and Supply, DIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie, has called for a unified approach among security agencies within the South-East region to reduce crime and enhance security. He made the call while embarking on an operational visit to Imo State as part of […]
By Preter Egwuatu Industrial &Medical Gases (IMG) Nigeria Plc has delivered a resilient performance in 2025, doubling shareholders’ equity to N11.84 billion and paying a cash dividend of N365.5 million, amounting to 50 kobo per share, despite a challenging business environment marked by inflationary pressures, rising operating costs, and foreign exchange volatility. The audited results […]
The Nigerian Institute of Building, Abia State chapter, has renewed calls for stricter enforcement of professional standards and building regulations following the collapse of two buildings in Osisioma Local Government Area of Abia State. The buildings, which were at an advanced stage of completion, collapsed at New Jerusalem Road 8 and Eze Iheme Road, by […]
Ten aggrieved aspirants of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who participated in the recent Kwara State governorship primary election, which produced Engr. Yakubu Danladi Salihu, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, as the party’s flag bearer for the 2027 general elections, have petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over what they described as his imposition […]
Russia, Libya, and Qatar have condemned the June 18 terrorist attack that targeted the Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, capital of the Republic of Niger. Niger’s Ministry of National Defense confirmed that 11 soldiers, two civilians, and 22 assailants died in the incident, the second assault on the same airport this year. Jama’at Nusrat […]
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved six new full-time undergraduate programmes and additional postgraduate courses for the University of Benin (UNIBEN), effective from the 2026/2027 academic session. Dr Benedicta Ehanire, Public Relations Officer of the university announced this in a statement on Saturday in Benin. The university’s spokesperson said the approval followed the successful […]
Could the United States really win the World Cup? After two opening victories, by an aggregate 6-1 scoreline, that is the wildly optimistic question being posed to many US television pundits, including Fox’s Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who answered a simple “Yes.” While aware they are still vast underdogs against traditional powerhouses like Spain, France and Argentina, […]
The Kebbi State Police Command has neutralised a suspected kidnap kingpin, identified as Jiji Mujugu, and arrested another gang member during an operation in Bagudo Local Government Area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday. According to him, police operatives, in collaboration with […]
The Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has written to the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, urging him to constitute a special court for the purpose of trying offences relating to cultism and kidnapping in the state. DAILY POST reports that the governor also requested the Chief Judge to nominate three or any […]
On June 18, 2026, the airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, once again became the target of a terrorist attack. Gunfire began around 6 AM and lasted for several hours. Considering that this is the second attack on the capital’s airport this year, which, fortunately, was successfully repelled by the Nigerien armed forces, the […]
The Kano State Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Amb. Abdu Zango, has adjudged the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency bye-election as peaceful and hitch-free. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Zango stated this while speaking with newsmen at Warawa, headquarters of Warawa Local Government Area, shortly after monitoring the […]
A rare and remarkable wedding celebration took place in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Saturday, as twin brothers exchanged vows with twin sisters in a joint ceremony that has attracted widespread attention on social media. Oguntoye Taiwo Oye married a bride who shares his name, Taiwo, while his twin brother, Oguntoye Kehinde Oladele, tied the knot […]
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has deployed 2,187 newly trained personnel of the Bauchi State Vigilante and Forest Security Services (BSVFSS) to strengthen security surveillance and protect the state’s forest reserves and natural resources. The deployment followed a passing-out parade held on Saturday at the Police Training School, Yelwa, where the governor, represented by Deputy Governor Mohammed […]
Brazil and Barcelona winger Raphinha has suffered another injury setback, raising fears that his 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign could be over and adding further uncertainty to his future at club level. The 29-year-old was forced off in the 40th minute of Brazil’s 3-0 victory over Haiti after experiencing discomfort in his right thigh. According […]
The Netherlands put one foot in the World Cup knockout rounds with a stylish 5-1 demolition of Sweden on Saturday. Sweden, themselves 5-1 winners against Tunisia in their opening Group F match, went into Saturday’s showdown with the Dutch in Houston knowing that a victory would guarantee their passage out of the group stage. But […]
..says alleged unaccounted N139.8bn baseless By Peter Duru, Makurdi Former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom has rejected the report of the Benue State Income and Expenditure Commission of Inquiry, describing the exercise as a politically motivated witch-hunt orchestrated by the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia. In a statement issued Saturday by his media aide, Zege […]
US President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency to “NICE” by adding the letter “N” for “National,” saying the change would confuse critics in the media and among Democratic Party opponents. In a post shared on his official X handle on Saturday, Trump launched a poll on the proposal […]
The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Special Task Force to coordinate the immediate evacuation of refuse from transport parks, bus stops, and garages across the metropolis, while also warning against indiscriminate waste dumping and the emergence of illegal structures within motor parks. The initiative is part of renewed efforts to restore environmental order in […]
Indigenes of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, under the platform of Omo Aj’orosun Club, Ibadan, have organised interfaith prayers to ensure the quick release of abducted students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The club also noted that the prayers were organised to address the persistent insecurity in the ancient city […]
Six persons have lost their lives in a multiple-vehicle crash involving tankers, articulated trucks and passenger cars at the Ibadan Toll Gate axis of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, the Oyo State Fire Service has confirmed. The fatal accident, which occurred on Friday night, triggered a fire outbreak that led to severe traffic congestion, leaving commuters stranded for several […]
The Federal Government has approved the release of N21.2 million in outbreak investigation and response funds to each state to strengthen preparedness against Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) and other public health threats. This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen by Mr Ado Bako, Assistant Director, Information and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of […]
The Minority Caucus of the 10th House of Representatives has appointed Afam Victor Ogene as its new spokesperson. The development was announced in a statement issued on Saturday by the Minority Leader of the House, Fredrick Agbedi, who disclosed that the appointment received approval during an online meeting of the caucus held on Friday, June 19, 2026. […]
An Iranian court sentenced a prominent singer named Parastoo Ahmadi and a group of seven fellow artists to 74 lashes each after they livestreamed a performance on YouTube, according to her videographer and local media. The concert featured Ahmadi singing powerful, mournful songs to an empty audience, on a dimly-lit stage adorned solely with a […]
Former Gov. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti has commended the conduct of Saturday’s governorship election in the state, describing the accreditation and voting process as seamless. Fayemi, who spoke with newsmen after casting his vote at his Ward 11, Unit 9, Ogilolo, Isan-Ekiti in Oye Local Government Area of the state, praised the Independent National Electoral […]
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State government has temporarily relocated students of Our Lady of Apostles Girls Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode, to an alternative location as investigations into the recent chemical inhalation incident on the school premises intensify. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this during an on-the-spot assessment of the school, noting that preliminary findings have […]
By Adeola Badru Yoruba Nation activist, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has issued a two-hour ultimatum to Fulani leaders in Igboho, Oyo State. He said they should raise the ransom of N150 million demanded for the release of a pregnant woman, her children and a sibling allegedly abducted by suspected Fulani gunmen. […]
The EU-SDGN Election Observation Hub has commended the performance of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) during the Ekiti governorship Election. The hub, however, expressed concern over incidents of vote-buying, voter intimidation and ballot-paper irregularities. The hub, comprising the Kukah Centre, TAF Africa, Nigerian Women Trust Fund (NWTF), Yiaga Africa, International Press Centre (IPC) and […]
Dr Bunmi Omoseyindemi, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Ekiti, has commended voters and election officials for their peaceful and professional conduct across the state. Omoseyindemi told journalists after monitoring the governorship exercise in the state on Saturday that the election was largely peaceful. “We never had it so good. You […]
Civil society organisations under the European Union Support for Democratic Governance in Nigeria, EU-SDGN, the Election Observation Hub, have called on political parties and candidates contesting the Ekiti State governorship election to refrain from voter inducement and uphold democratic values throughout the electoral process. The groups warned political actors against the weaponisation of poverty through […]