…to ensure that the case is prosecuted in accordance with the rule of law. Addressing journalists, the group’s Convener, Shuaibu Abdulkadir, said public office demands honesty, accountability and respect for the rule of law. He said, “Where criminal liability has been established through due process, the full weight of…

…officer died. While some reports said his convoy struck explosives planted in the National Park area of Oyo State, others claimed he stepped on a landmine allegedly planted by Ansaru fighters identified as the group behind the abduction. Born on August 25, 1997, Lt. Isaac was buried with full military honours at the 23…

…tears after being cleared of all charges BAFTA-winning actor Micheal Ward became emotional in court after a London jury unanimously found him not guilty of all charges against him. Ward had faced allegations including two counts of rpe, two counts of assault by penetration, and one count of sxual ass@ult. Following the…

…Suit No. LD/17040C/2021, found Odey guilty of murder contrary to Section 222 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. Odey was accused of k!lling Agara on April 3, 2021, at Block 33, Flat 102, Jakande Housing Estate, Lagos, by st@bbing him with a broken bottle in his hand, stomach, and other parts of his body. The pro…

2026 World Cup: Argentina 'submit special Request' to FIFA ahead of England Semi-Final Argentina have made a special request to FIFA regarding their choice of kit ahead of the blockbuster 2026 World Cup semi-final clash against England in Atlanta. The tournament holders booked their place in the last four with a 3-1 vi…

…had assaulted his wife, resulting in her d3ath. "Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer immediately mobilized patrol personnel to the scene, where the victim was evacuated to the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Lafia, for medical examination and preservation. "The suspect was promptly arrested…

…‎ ‎Dubem wrote, “Funny how most lady thinks they would all marry rich men, very delusional”. ‎ ‎Ngozi Chukwu wrote, “It's her choice, the sister should let her be”. ‎ ‎Donald added,“Both of them will make it together. Amen”. ‎ ‎See below…. ‎

…sharing the same space with a partner would eventually become boring and emotionally exhausting. “Honestly speaking, one of the reasons why I do not like the idea of marriage is the fact that I cannot be living with a woman every single day. I cannot be living with my partner every single day. Like, it gets boring, it…

…be required to pay for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, the National Examination Council examination or any other public examination under his administration. Presenting the proposed policy, Sowore said, "Let's use this opportunity to show you, at a glance, what our education policy will look lik…

Moment bison attacks tourist and throws him 8 feet into the air at Yellowstone national park A grandfather has been hospitalised with serious injuries after an enraged, 2,000lb (900kg) bull bison hooked and tossed him 8ft into the air at a campsite in Wyoming's Yellowstone national park on Friday, July 10. The tourist…

…the past seven months out of competitive football, a period that impacted his international career and cost him his place in Nigeria's senior national team. Chippa United announced the goalkeeper's return on Sunday through its official social media channels, expressing delight at welcoming him back to the Eastern Cape.…

…President Kashim Shettima, particularly in the areas of economic management and national security. Citing a recent report by the International Monetary Fund, IMF, which warned that rising prices of essential goods could worsen poverty and food insecurity in Nigeria despite improved macroeconomic stability, Osita argued…

…has stated that being "born again" does not automatically erase childhood trauma or personality disorders. The entertainer, who is a Catholic, shared his perspective on Instagram, urging religious institutions to recognize that spiritual conversion is not a cure for behavioral dysfunctions. According to Funnybone, many…

Just 18 minutes after it was posted online by a national paper last Friday, I saw a breaking news story saying that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had officially renominated Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 election. The story was a pleasant surprise for me because I had earlier decided I wa…

Two Nigerian nationals arrested in Ghana for k!lling compatriot following dispute over internet fraud proceeds Two Nigerian nationals have been arrested in connection with the m8rder of a fellow Nigerian, Nkemujika Uzochukwu Eze, in Sanzirigu, a suburb of Tamale, Ghana. In a statement issued on Sunday, July 12, 2026, t…

…round-of-32 match in Seattle, but conceded two late goals before losing 3-2 to a late penalty from Youri Tielemans at the end of extra-time. The Senegal Football Federation confirmed the decision to remove Thiaw following a "thorough evaluation of the sporting results and prospects of the national team." A statement re…

…established procedures, the suspect and the recovered drugs were handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Lagos State Command, for further investigation and possible prosecution. "Troops of 65 Battalion have recorded an operational success with the interception of a truck conveying a large consi…

…celebrities who have fallen from grace, noting that life after fame can be emotionally challenging for many public figures. Davido said … “If there is one thing I could build, I would build a therapy centre for people who were popular and very successful people. Because it is crazy to be on top of the world and the nex…

…country in the South Pacific in 1954. After launching his acting career with Roger Donaldson’s Sleeping Dogs in 1977, Neill, now known as “Sam,” relocated to Australia in the late Me Decade to pursue larger possibilities. In 1979, Neill received a Cannes award and international fame for his portrayal in the critically…

…there was a family connection.She stressed that the public misunderstood their professional relationship and gradually turned it into a false story."I am always surprised whenever I hear people calling the late Baba Agbako Pasuma Wonder's father," she said.The actress added that many veterans in the Yoruba film industr…

…measures in the fight against antisemitism. “Jewish communities are facing an exceptional threat with rising hate crime alongside terrorism and interference from hostile states,” said Matt Jukes, Deputy Commissioner of the London Metropolitan Police. In late April, two Jewish men were stabbed in London’s predominantly…

…per cent increase from the N2.86tn raised during the corresponding period of 2025, an analysis of Debt Management Office auction results by The PUNCH has shown. The increase came despite a decline in borrowing costs, with average marginal rates easing compared with last year, even as investor appetite remained strong,…

…are heavily impacting the global oil price as well. At the time of writing, international benchmark Brent crude was trading at $76 per barrel on oilprice.com, while US benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) stood at $71.41 per barrel. Analysts said the market continues to attach a geopolitical premium to oil prices be…

…the Importers Association of Nigeria (IMAN) had lamented their exclusion from the National Single Window (NSW), alleging that clearing agents are exploiting importers due to the lack of knowledge about the platform. However, in a swift response, the NSW committee rejected the Importers, claim, as IMAN, as […] The post…

…spent nearly $1bn servicing its foreign loans in the first two months of 2026, as external debt repayments rose amid increasing capital outflows from the economy. The figure, obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s February 2026 Economic Report, showed that the country spent $440m on foreign loan repayments in Janu…