Nwoko Refutes Regina Daniels’ Underage Marriage Claim
Senator Ned Nwoko has denied claims by his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, that he married her at 17, calling the allegations false and malicious. In a statement on Thursday, Nwoko said Regina was 21 when they met and presented her voter’s card showing a birth date of October 10, 1998. He added that their marriage […]
Sagamu Robbery Busted by Quick-Response Police Team
The Ogun State Police Command foiled a robbery attempt in Sagamu early Wednesday, recovering a black Lexus GS 350 used by the suspects. Police spokesperson CSP Omolola Odutola said officers from Sakura Division responded swiftly to a distress call around 1:45 a.m. after five armed men tried to break into a residence in Okearedi, Araromi. […]
Osimhen, Mbeumo Chase Final World Cup Slot
Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Cameroon’s Bryan Mbeumo are set for a tense battle to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with only one likely to advance through the African play-offs. Nigeria will meet Gabon, while Cameroon face DR Congo in Thursday’s semi-finals in Rabat, Morocco. Winners will contest Sunday’s final for a place in the […]
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla Pleads Not Guilty to Incitement Charges
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, has pleaded not guilty to charges of inciting violence during the deadly 2021 riots. The unrest broke out after Zuma’s arrest for defying a court order tied to a corruption inquiry and quickly escalated into widespread looting and violence that claimed over 350 lives. Zuma-Sambudla […]
Lewandowski hat-trick steers Barcelona to 4-2 win at Celta Vigo
Barcelona have moved within three points of La Liga leaders Real Madrid thanks to a brilliant hat-trick from Robert Lewandowski in their thrilling 4-2 win at Celta Vigo. The win allowed Barcelona to capitalize on Real Madrid’s earlier draw against Rayo Vallecano, tightening the race at the top of the table. READ ANOTHER STORY – […]
Nigeria Should Be Receiving Commendations, Not Threats – Lagos Lawmaker
By: Ayo Agbeoluwaye Member representing Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji says the administration of President Bola Tinubu deserves commendation, support and international collaboration from international and not threats. In a statement by his media aide, Hon Temitope Adedeji urged the United States President, Donald Trump to reconsider […]
Senate Confirms Waheedi Shaibu as Army Chief
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Major General Waheedi Shaibu as the new Chief of Army Staff, instructing him to assume office immediately. His confirmation came shortly after General Olufemi Oluyede was cleared as Chief of Defence Staff, marking the start of the vetting process for President Bola Tinubu’s newly appointed service chiefs. The session, held […]
Reps Move to Strengthen Anti-Money Laundering Law
The House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill to amend the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s anti-corruption framework and asset recovery system. Sponsored by Hon. Yusuf Gagdi of Plateau State, the bill seeks to modernise anti-graft laws amid rising sophistication in financial crimes. Gagdi said the […]
Ex-General Urges Military to Focus on Insurgency
Retired Major General Ishola Williams has called on Nigeria’s armed forces to concentrate on combating insurgency rather than diverting resources to local kidnapping cases. Speaking on Channels TV, the former Transparency International Nigeria chairman said the military’s focus should remain on threats to national stability. “Running after local kidnappers only detracts from our primary mission,” […]
NSCDC Arrests Four Suspected House Burglars in Kano
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, have arrested four suspected vandals and house burglars notorious for breaking into homes across the state. The command’s spokesperson, Ibrahim Abdullahi, confirmed the arrests in a statement issued on Friday, noting that the suspects were apprehended in Dambatta, Fagge, and Tarauni Local […]
