…to reduce crime and enhance security. He made the call while embarking on an operational visit to Imo State as part of his strategic assessment tour of the South-East Geopolitical Zone, in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu. During the visit, the DIG paid an operational…

…outlook, Acting Managing Director Abayomi Oke said management remains focused on operational efficiency, customer retention, cost optimisation and strategic business development initiatives to drive sustainable growth. "We remain focused on operational excellence, customer retention, cost optimisation and strategic bus…

…who answered a simple “Yes.” While aware they are still vast underdogs against traditional powerhouses like Spain, France and Argentina, the US players were not exactly afraid to stoke those hugely ambitious dreams either, after beating Australia 2-0 Friday. “I think we came here to compete, and to compete, you have to…

…the election. While official results were still being awaited from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Dipe maintained that indications from the field showed that the APC had secured a convincing mandate from the electorate. He thanked party supporters, members and voters across the state for their co…

…whatever the President provides for implementation goes through ministers and the National Assembly, which exercises oversight. “Here, your House of Assembly should also exercise oversight over appropriations that come to the state. You are to call them to account. There is ?600 million. By this month, another ?600 mil…

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 atta…

…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…

…and political capital to building the APC in Kwara State have been alienated, marginalised or deliberately excluded from meaningful participation in both government and party affairs. “The result has been a steady weakening of the APC’s political strength in the state and a troubling resurgence of opposition elements.…

…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…

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 Waraw…

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 Sa…

Asked about the privacy implications of chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude, Signal President Meredith Whittaker answered, "These are not your friends. These are not conscious beings. These are not sentient interlocutors." Whittaker made those comments in a broader interview with Bloomberg about policy, privacy, and Signa…

…LOVE emerges and it functions as a top quality record, for its vocal texture and emotional timing. It's the kind of track that strips away the energetic pressure and forces you to just sit with the feeling. The production here is remarkably fluid. Instead of leaning heavily on the frantic, speaker-shaking log drums, th…

…royalty and Lagos Afrobeats royalty. The production, carefully engineered for international airwaves, is a silky-smooth fusion of warm synth pads, crisp rim-shots, and an incredibly contagious, rolling baseline. Chris Brown opens the track with a technically flawless vocal performance, exhibiting the elite R&B pocket h…

…Nigeria's worsening insecurity and economic hardship. The production on Ole is intentionally minimal and steady, serving as a dark, heavy canvas that ensures Falz's razor-sharp lyricism remains the absolute center of gravity. The beat features a brooding minor-key sequence and tense percussion loops, creating an immens…

…public alarm via an update shared on her Facebook account. According to her, their personal communication lines have been compromised, expressing fears regarding their safety. She said that the authorities should be held accountable if any harm comes to them. "They are following me and Aisattou, let the world know that…

The West African investigative journalism network has joined growing calls for accountability over the controversial ejection of journalists from a magistrate court in Akwa Ibom, asking the state Chief Judge to order an independent inquiry into the incident.

The Anambra State Government has urged construction industry stakeholders to prioritise professionalism, citing the dangers of unqualified practitioners.

Newcastle have rejected an offer from Tottenham of around £80m for Sandro Tonali.

A leading independent monitoring group, Yiaga Africa, has said that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) achieved a “marked and significant improvement” in election logistics for the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. Samson Itodo, Executive Director of the civil society organisation, noted a drama…

Practitioners in the food sector have called on businesses, investors and policymakers to recognise gastronomy not merely as culinary art

…said the administration remained committed to transparency, accountability and institutional reforms. The deputy governor expressed confidence that implementing the commission’s recommendations would strengthen institutions, discourage the mismanagement of public funds and ensure accountability. However, Ortom maintain…

…tournament. The last time Sweden conceded five goals in a World Cup match was the 1958 final against Brazil when they lost 5-2. Later Saturday, Germany or the Ivory Coast can guarantee their place in the knockout rounds with a victory when they meet in Group E in Toronto. Germany thrashed debutants Curacao 7-1 in their…

Almeraq got the better of a blanket finish in winning the battle of the international speedsters for Tom Marquand and William Haggas in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.

…amid the ongoing summer transfer window. The Los Blancos denied any agreement on personal terms with the France international, pointing at relationship with Bayern Munich. This comes after reports recently suggested that both Madrid and Olise had reached an agreement over the player’s switch to the LaLiga giants. "In r…