…rites. At the time of this report, the Kano State Police Command had not issued an official statement regarding the circumstances surrounding the death or the status of the investigation. Police authorities are expected to provide further details as inquiries into the incident continue.

Former Nigerian national team captain William Troost-Ekong has backed the Black Stars of Ghana to pull off a major upset

Security agencies and electoral officials on Saturday embarked on a joint monitoring exercise across Polling Units in Dawakin Kudu and

…to the hub reports, 246 out of the 250 sampled polling units showed that INEC officials and election materials arrived early in most locations, with voting commencing by 8:30 a.m in 69 per cent of observed polling units. It said that the BVAS recorded a 96 per cent functionality rate across polling units monitored, des…

…National Electoral Commission (INEC), Ekiti, has commended voters and election officials for their peaceful and professional conduct across the state. Omoseyindemi told journalists after monitoring the governorship exercise in the state on Saturday that the election was largely peaceful. "We never had it so good. You c…

…has not sent out an Unpacked invite or used the name "Galaxy Watch Ultra 2" in any official statement. Four things tied to the watch have surfaced so far. A Samsung Health app overhaul. On June 4, 2026, Samsung’s Global Newsroom announced a major update to the Samsung Health app, rolling out from June 8. Samsung built…

…Democratic Congress, NDC, Aisha Yesufu, on Saturday accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, of being blinded to vote-buying and electoral malpractices during elections. Reacting to alleged vote-buying in Ekiti State, Yesufu said it should be decriminalised in Nigeria. Posting on X, the activist note…

…to do great science." Jumper (pictured above right, with Hassabis) added, "GDM is a special place, and I'll still be excited to hear about what amazing things they discover next." Bloomberg reports that Jumper was a key member of Google's team developing coding tools, which the company has struggled to sell to business…

…Fayemi described the accreditation and voting process as seamless, praising officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for their efficiency. His words, “It was a smooth experience. Everything went reasonably well. The accreditation process was fast and seamless, and I could see that it was the sa…

…consciousness and reduce road traffic crashes, the Road Safety Officers’ Wives Association, ROSOWA, in Ogun State, on Saturday, conducted a road safety sensitisation at Kuto Motor Park, Abeokuta. The programme was led by the wife of the Ogun Sector Commander and Chairperson of ROSOWA, Mrs Morenikeji Ogunjobi. Addressin…

…the electorate should be allowed to make their choices freely without coercion or financial inducements. The call was made in a preliminary election assessment released on Saturday in Ado-Ekiti by representatives of the observation hub, which comprises the Kukah Centre (TKC), TAF Africa, the Nigerian Women Trust Fund (…

Voters on Saturday chased away operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in Iyin-Ekiti during the ongoing 2026 Ekiti State governorship election. The EFCC personnel were said to have stormed the polling unit to monitor and crack down on suspected vote-buying activities. The voters were reportedl…

…His Excellency is on a short business trip. Once he returns, Ameachi will be officially unveiled in a few days as the VP candidate. Stop posting fake news." The update came following a wave of initial uncertainty and conflicting reports after the ADC first produced its choice for the 2027 presidential election. While e…

…junior architects in Lagos earned between ?124,000 and ?208,000 ($299-$502 at the official exchange rate at the time) monthly, underscoring the modest pay many early-career professionals in Nigeria’s architecture industry received. But before this awakening, Asinobi had been quietly building other skills. She managed a…

…quietly in June 2025, starting in India and the UAE. It costs around $50 and is not officially sold in the US or UK, though it is available in South Africa for about R999. Despite the low price, it uses a sealed design with silicone wingtips and includes ANC, which is rare at this price point. Independent testing found…

…for what he described as a credible process. "You cannot sit in your house or on social media and complain without participating in the electoral process," he added. Despite the restriction of movement imposed by the state police command from midnight of Friday, June 19 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, some commercial a…

…Reacting in a video, Judy dismissed those claims. She insisted that Yul deserves appreciation, not scorn, for stepping in when her ex husband was absent. "Please, you people should stop insulting Yul Edochie. For everything, he has helped me take care of kids who are not his biological children, when the man who gave b…

…will be in trouble,” ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said, according to the official news agency IRNA. AFP

…the shot: "A look that speaks of Heritage and Pride." The image has since set social media buzzing. Fans wasted no time pushing the pair toward the altar. "I pray you both marry. Liquor will make a good bride... @sagadeolu Consider this and make us your online in-laws," one fan wrote. Another, @Dis-gyal1, commented: "A…

…of Ondo, where he is from." He added that feedback from various community associations in the state indicates a growing consensus on the matter, noting that he has attended several meetings where the same sentiment was expressed. Ahmed said, "I have attended several meetings and gatherings in the state where this gener…

…what was meant to be a peaceful night turned fatal. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident as of the time of filing this report.

…disease. It said the intervention facilitated a successful heart surgery for the beneficiary, who is now recovering. "This noble gesture reflects compassion, patriotism, and genuine concern for the wellbeing of ordinary Nigerians," the statement read. The forum added that beyond the incident, Seyi Tinubu has continued…

…2 in Ekiti South-West Local Government Area, shares the area with IT expert and politician Makinde Araoye. Results from Polling Unit 004, Ward 2 showed Oyebanji polling 140 votes, while Bejide scored 37 votes. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) recorded 2 votes. The outcome gave the APC an early advantage as collation…

…Dumping By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a Special Task Force to oversee the immediate evacuation of refuse across transport parks, bus stops and garages in the metropolis, while issuing a strong warning against indiscriminate waste disposal and the proliferation of shanties within motor…

…11, Unit 9, Ogilolo, Isan-Ekiti, Isan-Ekiti Local Government Area, where he praised officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what he described as improved efficiency. "It was a smooth experience. Everything went reasonably well. The accreditation process was fast and seamless," he said. He…