…underestimates the governor. Whatever assessment anyone makes of Adeleke’s record in office, he belongs to one of Nigeria’s most enduring political families. His father, Senator Raji Ayoola Adeleke, an ally of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, was elected to the Senate on the Unity Party of Nigeria platform during the Second Repu…

…in prison after pleading guilty to dangerous driving and other offences following a police chase in Northampton. According to Northamptonshire Police, Nwanze was stopped in Abington Square on March 10, 2026, after the vehicle he was driving was flagged for having no insurance. He allegedly sped off, drove through sever…

…urging them to continue developing their craft and building sustainable careers. “My advice to young artistes like me is to appreciate the viral moments if they come, but don’t let them become your only goal. Keep sharpening your craft, stay true to yourself and build a career that is designed to last,” she added. Spea…

…of crossing high-speed expressways outside designated points, describing the practice as both perilous and irresponsible. “It is both reckless and unlawful to ignore the infrastructural provisions made for pedestrian safety. The state government has invested significantly in pedestrian bridges, and it is incumbent upon…

…up" decor is reminiscent of the late Iraqi dictator's palaces. She described the choices as a reflection of a narcissistic personality and a need to feel important by sticking gold embellishments across the walls of the Oval Office.Apple Podcasts Clinton, who previously oversaw renovation work to the White House Blue R…

Police arrest five Pakistan nationals in Benue communities, recover 35 phones The Benue State Police Command has arrested five Pakistani nationals in separate intelligence-led operations in Otukpo and Ugbokolo areas of the state. The spokesperson for the command, DSP Orchia Peter Aondongu, who disclosed this in a state…

…authorizations and to permanently bar entry of anyone found to have engaged in the practice. In addition, the order empowers both departments to deny entry or remove any ‘alien’ who previously engaged in or plans to engage in birth tourism. The Secretaries were further instructed to take action against entities and ind…

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella took office Friday, vowing to wage war on drug-running guerrillas and usher in a new era of close ties with the United States. The flamboyant former lawyer brings a lurch to the right for the Andean nation, vowing to bomb jungle cocaine labs, build “mega-prisons” and slash t…

…swearing-in ceremony in Nasarawa orientation camp A member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has captured attention after he pulled an intense expression during the swearing-in ceremony in Nasarawa State. The young man was one of the 2,492 prospective corps members welcomed into the 2026 Batch 'B' Stream II Or…

…obtained by punch in Awka, on Friday, August 7, 2026, the court was presided over by Justice Peace Otti, on Wednesday. Justice Otti found the defendant guilty on a three-count Charge No. A/3C/2024: The State vs. Wisdom Edem. The three-count charge read, "Count 1: Rape, contrary to Section 34(2) of the Child's Rights La…

…at home before heading to the school just after 10 a.m. local time. Local police previously said on Facebook that there had been reports of seven de@ths, including the perpetrator, while multiple people had been injured in the attack. The BBC has since reported that five victims, all of them teachers, had been k!lled a…

…activist and presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has strongly criticized the choice of a 10-year-old princess, Alimot Osunbunmi, to serve as the Arugba (calabash carrier) at this year's Osun-Osogbo Festival, held today, August 7. Princess Alimot led the historic annual procession to the Osun Sacred Grove in Osogbo,…

…academically, economically, and socially. Speaking earlier in his welcome remark, the Vice Chancellor, Federal University of Lafia, Prof. Mohammed Kida, said the event affirms the FG's commitment to students' development and engagement. Our correspondent further reports that participants at the Renewed Hope Student Lea…

The Abia State Government has positioned the National Youth Service Corps as a strategic platform for nurturing future leaders, unveiling a broad package of welfare, infrastructure and entrepreneurship initiatives during the swearing-in of the 2026 Batch B Stream II corps members. Governor Alex Otti disclosed this on F…

…in the convoy and fled the scene,” a source said. Our correspondent reports that police officers from the Emohua Division responded to the incident and evacuated the body of the deceased to the morgue, while the injured victim was taken for medical attention. A video seen by our correspondent showed several of the dead…

…came barely 24 hours after the governor inaugurated a road network, a fire service building and an ultramodern car park with shops at the Bodija International Market, Ibadan, constructed by the Ibadan North Local Government Area of the state. Makinde commended the council chairman, Ibrahim Akintayo, for delivering the…

…late Thursday that the bulk of the money - $420 million - will be used for treatment services for young people. The rest will go toward awareness and prevention, screening services, and other costs over the next five years The new penalty is in addition to the $375 million in civil penalties that jurors ordered against…

…k!lling his biological father and dumping the corpse in a well The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested one Peter Sinamai, 30 years, a resident of Sangere Gombi LGA in connection with the alleged k!lling of his biological father and dumping the corpse in a well. The suspect was arrested following a report received…

…spells with sides including Atletico Madrid, Villarreal and Inter Milan, with Forlan twice winning the European Golden Shoe during his stint in Spain. He scored 17 times in 98 games for Manchester United during a disappointing spell in the Premier League, prior to that prolific period in La Liga. by Linda Ikeji at 07/0…

Activist Harrison Gwamnishu shares a video showing moment a police officer challenged him for filming their interaction during a stop-and-search exercise in Delta Activist Harrison Gwamnishu has shared a video showing the moment an officer of the Nigeria Police Force attempted to stop him from filming their interaction…

…Town to Alakija. The arrests followed a joint midnight enforcement operation by officers of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI) task force after authorities uncovered the alleged destruction of critical components of the bridge. According to a post via the X handle of the Lagos State…

…of the use of a de@dly weapon, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office said in a news release. Prosecutors said Micah is also accused in connection with the infliction of great bodily injury upon a vulnerable victim 60 years of age or older in the murd£r of his father, 71.A preliminary hearing in the case is…

…sentence after the defendant pleaded guilty to the charges brought against him by the police. In his judgement, Akinlolu sentenced Odey to two years' imprisonment on the first count and another two years on the second count, ordering that both sentences run concurrently. According to the charge sheet, the offence occur…

…and long-term investments.The CBN said the Consumer Sentiment Index for average prices of selected items declined to 24.3 points in July from 28.9 points in June, indicating a modest easing in consumers' perception of price pressures. Buying conditions stood at 28.7 points for motor vehicles, 28.9 points for consumer d…

The Nigeria Immigration Service has assured Nigerians that passport services remain available nationwide despite the relocation of passport printing operations to its Central Personalisation Centre at the Service Headquarters in Abuja. The service said the move was purely operational and would not affect the processing…