By Enitan Abdultawab The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, has urged political parties, security agencies, election officials and other stakeholders to protect journalists covering Saturday’s governorship election. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Adeyemi Aboderin, and Secretary, Olalekan Ak…
…from outside his home in the Nigerien capital Niamey last October. “I am proud to announce that Kevin Rideout, a wonderful Christian Missionary, is back in United States Custody,” Trump said in a post on his Truth Social network. “Kevin was kidnapped by Jihadi terrorists in West Africa,” Trump said, without offering mo…
…have rescued nine kidnapped victims and foiled attempted terrorist attacks on communities in Mariga and Rijau Local Government Areas of Niger State. The operations, conducted as part of intensified offensive operations against terrorists and other criminal elements in the brigade’s area of responsibility, also led to t…
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — Governors Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State and Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State on Friday met with former Osun State Deputy Governor, Senator Iyiola Omisore, as part of last-minute consultations ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. The meeting was disclosed in a statement by th…
…options before the transfer window closes.According to several UK Media reports, the Gunners have faced hurdles in their search for forward reinforcements, having missed out on Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr, while potential deals for Julián Alvarez and Bradley Barcola appear increasingly difficult to conclude. Osimhen h…
…brain haemorrhage that left him in a persistent vegetative state. Colón's d£ath was announced by his father and former coach, Richard Colón, in a Facebook post on Thursday. "Good morning my people. I regret to inform you of the passing of my son Prichard from this earthly world, now he is in a better world. "I did ever…
…harassment. Just saw a video of an older guy, probably in his late 50s, rubbing a young woman’s thigh on public transport. Eww, even as a man, I felt immediate discomfort watching that can’t even imagine how the girl must feel. Source Another lady commenting on the trending video, shared her own personal experience: I…
Seyi Vibez continues to drag Dapper Music amid alleged ₦1bn missing funds Nigerian singer Seyi Vibez has continued to take shots at Dapper Music amid the ongoing controversy over alleged missing funds said to be worth over ₦1 billion. In a series of posts on X, the singer made several cryptic remarks about his former l…
…on social media after sharing his take on paternity fraud. In a video making the rounds on social media, the man declared that he would continue to love and claim any child he raised, even if a DNA test proved the child belonged to his wife's ex-partner. During his address, the man recounted a real-life situation invol…
Help find this missing person, Olumola Ajegunmo Mr. Olumola Ajegunmo, 54, has been missing since Monday, July 20, 2026, after he was separated from his companion on a BRT bus travelling from Lagos to Ikorodu. He was supposed to alight at Ogolonto Bus Stop, but the bus reportedly left before he could get down. The drive…
…August 12, by revealing that they have quietly spent the past month as parents. Lara announced the news on Instagram with a carousel of intimate family photos, offering the first glimpse of their newborn son, François. "My husband (the world's coolest françois) and our son (the world's cutest françois) ... our first mo…
…to travel. She also questioned why people assume that those who do not constantly flaunt their lifestyle online are not doing well financially. Nkechi added that while she may not show off her lifestyle, she is confident about handling major financial matters when necessary. by Linda Ikeji at 14/08/2026 2:57 PM | Share…
Gunmen k!ll woman and truck driver along road in Benue A Dangote truck driver and a woman have been k!lled by suspected criminal militia operating along the Kyado""Jootar road in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. The victims were reportedly found d3ad inside a Dangote truck during a night fighting patrol by tr…
…she left perfect boyfriend who wanted to marry her with her three kids A woman has announced that she has broken up with her perfect fiancé who wanted to marry her and raise her three kids. Shanlavell James said the man loved her and was willing to sacrifice becoming a father just to be with her, since she was done hav…
Woman accused of abusing and torturing her underage househelp in Benue Another horrifying case of child abuse and cruelty has emerged in Makurdi, Benue State, sparking outrage and condemnation. A minor was allegedly abused and tortured with a hot object by the woman he lives with. Benue activist, Zege Orkwande, who dis…
…in Calabar after devastating landslide triggered by torrential rainfall (video) Unicem hospital building collapsed in Calabar, Cross River State following a devastating landslide by triggered torrential rainfall. A Calabar based pharmacist Mr Mekzy, who shared the video on X, said the incident occurred on Thursday, Aug…
"I did not create myself" Slim man with protruding b00bs asks people to stop bodyshaming him A slim man who has prominent breasts like a woman has spoken out agaist bodyshaming. The man went topless to show his chest and questioned why people have no issues with other men going topless, but when he does, he's told to c…
…also celebrated the milestone, describing their 10 years of marriage as filled with "unbelievable memories" with the woman he loves. The couple, who married in 2016, have two children together and have also weathered challenges in their relationship, including Hart's 2017 cheating scandal. by Linda Ikeji at 14/08/2026…
…She therefore sentenced Bolanle to one year in the correctional centre for each of counts two and three respectively, or an option of one month of community service for the offences of unlawful possession and forgery of marriage certificate. The President of the court discharged the convict of the first count of conspi…
…Area. The items were recovered by operatives of the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit during a routine patrol along the Isuaniocha Bridge on Thursday. The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. According to him, the officers had sighted two young men riding a black Sany…
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered cases of alleged payroll fraud involving an official who enrolled 14 members of his family as government employees. The commission also identified another individual who allegedly enrolled his wife, children and other relatives…
…the care of US officials”. The New York Times, which first reported his release, cited unnamed US officials as saying he was in FBI custody. However, details of how he was released and who held him remained unclear. There had been concerns that Rideout may have been abducted by militants, including members of Jama’at N…
…also urged medical practitioners to strengthen documentation, informed consent, communication and professional conduct to reduce exposure to legal and disciplinary actions. The call was made at the 2026 Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of MDCAN, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH), Gwagwalada B…
…has warned motorists against violating traffic laws and regulations, saying anyone found culpable will be dealt with in accordance with the law. The command also pledged to sustain its statewide enforcement exercise across the 31 local government areas of the state. A statement issued by the command’s Public Relations…
…and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), most foreign nationals intending to work in the country must obtain a valid work permit and meet the relevant eligibility requirements before starting employment.The Canadian government has announced a new step to apply for a work permit. >The clarification is particularly important for v…