…in Lagos intercepted a truck carrying 558,900 pills of tramadol 250mg hidden in a specially constructed false-bottom compartment made of thick iron sheets. This was disclosed in a statement released by the Director, Media & Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, on X on Sunday. According to the Babafemi, intelligence-led operations…

Radical social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested Saturday in Miami, the US Marshals Service told AFP, as Britain seeks their extradition to face new charges of rape, sex trafficking and assault. Marshals confirmed the arrest of 39-year-old Andrew Tate, a self-professed misogynist, and h…

…last 20 years, I've spent my career helping children cope with bullying, anxiety, and social isolation. In some strange way, I think I've spent half my life trying to make up for the damage I caused during the first half.>Parents have sat across from me with shaking hands. Children have whispered things they were too a…

…letterImmediate past chief executive Dakorinama George has continued attending official meetings and representing the agency despite the presidential directive to replace himThe presidency confirmed Tinubu has not reversed the appointment but stopped short of explaining why the SGF's office has not yet issued the lette…

…20 local government areas, with the results collated in the presence of party officials, security agencies and other relevant stakeholders. The group also questioned the standing of some individuals who addressed the press briefing, alleging that some were no longer active members of the APC. It claimed that Shehu Bara…

…Responding, Governor Ahmed Aliyu, represented by Deputy Governor Gobir, expressed appreciation to UNICEF for choosing Sokoto as one of the states visited during the Executive Director’s mission to Nigeria and for its longstanding interventions in health, education and child protection. The governor said his administrat…

…Makinwa has said she has never been in a relationship where a man asked her for financial support. Speaking on the topic of relationships, Toke said she is often surprised when she hears women complain about men asking them for money. According to her, her personal experience has been the opposite. She stated that even…

…work visas to Nigerians between 2021 and the first quarter of 2026, the latest official Home Office occupation visa data obtained by Sunday PUNCH shows. The dominant grants went to the Nigerian health and care workers, and it is the second-highest total of any nationality granted UK work visas in the world. According t…

…and trucks, stretching about five kilometers, from the Idiroko border in the night, especially between 11 pm and 5 am. But if there was any delay that is likely to keep them on the road before daybreak, they start speeding recklessly and overtaking at will on the Ota-Idiroko Road. The consequence of not exiting the axi…

…been discharged from the hospital except for maybe two or three kids. In terms of financial support, we don’t know what government is doing. The governor said he would support the families. One person supported us while we were in Ibadan. He gave us envelopes. For our principal, we heard she has been given two or three…

…by prioritising quality, transparency and customer confidence over short-term financial gains. Her entrepreneurial journey began in 1998 while she was a student of the University of Lagos, where she started selling baby products as a side business to support herself, and cater to the needs of young families around her.…

…edition. “We are deeply honoured to welcome Akosin Habeeb O. Okunola, MON, OFR, as a Special Guest of Honour and Keynote Speaker at the 11th Maya Awards Africa. His exceptional leadership, commitment to excellence, and unwavering belief in empowering young people align perfectly with our vision. His acceptance is a str…

…that other things started coming up. Things like skits, which have taken over the social media space, as well as series and sitcoms. As time went on, we also advanced in hosting events. “Before, it used to be a staff member of the organisation who would handle events, but as time went on, they discovered they needed an…

…progress for people worldwide. It appeared self-evident and inevitable for a while – especially after World War II. There was no country called Nigeria, when Voltaire spoke about legislators. He could not have imagined a legislative branch of government, so totally bereft of glory, as we now have in Abuja as our Nation…

…to face worsening living conditions despite recent macroeconomic reforms. Citing official statistics, the report stated that the number of Nigerians living in poverty increased from 40 million in 2019 to 56 million in 2023, with rural communities remaining disproportionately affected. The organisation urged the Federal…

…quite dangerous. I have also seen reports of other renewable energy sources being appreciated in the last five months since this crisis started. Electric vehicles, Compressed Natural Gas and the like are now viable alternatives. These solutions will anchor diversified energy sourcing all over the world. With ceasefire…

…“If the project had indeed been completed as claimed, it should not be difficult for officials or promoters to provide its exact location. If that is indeed the case, then this should be the easiest question to answer. Where is the facility located?” he queried, insisting that his community, Umuhu Ezechi, was used to a…

Pelumi Oluyemi often turns everyday experiences into metaphors for bigger social issues. She uses familiar places to explore themes like work, ambition, and daily routines. FIGURATIVE painting has always been a way to tell stories from daily life. The real challenge is making familiar subjects feel fresh. Oluwapelumi O…

…“Exclusion errors and leakages” including “political capture have plagued Nigeria’s social protection schemes. “With nearly 35 million Nigerians facing acute food insecurity in the 2026 lean season”, saying “the Federal Government must audit programmes, publish beneficiary data, close delivery gaps, and ensure women, y…

…for vulnerable individuals and families. He was also recently appointed Director for Special Duties in the Lagos State chapter of the CityBoy Movement. The conferment comes as Oba Adams marks a decade on the throne. Throughout his reign, the monarch has overseen a number of community-focused initiatives and has said hi…

…strengthen regional collaboration. As part of the programme, participants paid an official visit to the Parliament of Ghana under the leadership of the Executive Director of WIPF, Barr. Ebere Ifendu. The delegation observed parliamentary proceedings and interacted with members of the Ghanaian Parliament. Throughout the…

…message to young ladies seeking help from men online (video) Beauty entrepreneur and social media influencer, Laura Ikeji has issued an urgent advisory to young women seeking career or financial assistance on social media. Her statement comes amid deep public outrage surrounding the tragic d€ath of 20-year-old Favour A…

…who refused his sexual advances. According to Ubi, the incident escalated from a commercial dispute between the two individuals. The convict had initially negotiated a fee of N2000 per s#x encounter with the woman. After two sessions, the man reportedly attempted to renegotiate the terms, offering a reduced fee of N1,6…

…Safety Commission Bill, saying provisions that reportedly criminalise preaching in commercial vehicles pose a threat to Nigerians’ constitutional rights. The group, in a statement issued on Saturday by its President, Dr Israel Akinadewo, expressed concern that the proposed legislation allegedly places preaching in comm…

…stabbed during an attack by street touts. In a statement released on Friday on his official TikTok handle, the management released photos of the content creator on hospital bed, while describing the reports of his death circulating on social media as false. "We wish to state unequivocally that these reports are false.…