…the hospital and at the funeral and in every awful, silent car ride home since the diagnosis. The kind of crying that empties you out.Later that afternoon, when the room had gone quiet and Rebecca had finally woken for a feeding, I plugged in the flash drive to the hospital TV.The first file was labeled: FOR REBECCA -…

…three, and Callan, eight months, but claims she was suffering from postpartum psychosis - excusing her from criminal responsibility. The dramatic developments came after the jury sent a note to the judge Friday morning saying that it was with a "heavy heart" that they were unable to reach a verdict in the case. The jur…

…challenges Nigerians are currently facing. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the return to issues from the Obasanjo era reflects a lack of answers to pressing concerns such as the rising cost of living, food prices, transportation, electricity, educ…

…He attributed the successes recorded during the month to sustained collaboration with sister security agencies, particularly through joint operations, patrols and real-time intelligence sharing. He stressed that the collaboration had “significantly improved our response time and operational effectiveness across Katsina…

…as the NDC's governorship candidate, and urged the court to rule in his favour on the basis that he polled the highest number of votes.Justice Obiora Egwuatu is presiding over the matter, which is adjourned to September 7, 2026, for further proceedings.Peter Obi, who joined the NDC as its presidential candidate followi…

…verification equipment that might no longer be in active use. “We approached INEC as a sister agency with considerable experience in the deployment of biometric technology for the identification and verification of large numbers of Nigerians,” Aina said. He appealed to the Commission to consider making some of the equi…

…of form for the Turkish champions. The Nigeria international had also registered three assists this season before the latest setback. The timing of the injury could raise concerns for the Super Eagles, with Nigeria preparing for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers later this month. Nigeria are scheduled to face M…

…demonstrations of search and rescue, evacuation of simulated flood victims, medical assistance and communication among agencies, while residents living in flood-prone areas were given relief packages including rice, garri, vegetable oil and mattresses. Ogun Govt, NEMA conduct flood disaster simulation exercise

…opportunities for vulnerable populations, including children and young people in crisis-affected communities. She urged Nigerians and stakeholders to renew their commitment to ensuring that no citizen was left behind in the pursuit of knowledge, skills and opportunities. The UNESCO Representative and Head of Education…

…have also felt offended by this speech, knowing fully well that their brother, their sister, their son, their husband fought and died for this country, I am really, really sorry," he said.Bad eggs still in his crosshairsDespite the apology, Otse made clear he was not withdrawing his broader criticism of corruption with…

Isabelle Idibia spoke candidly about her relationship with her half-siblings during a radio interview at Yanga 89.9FM LagosThe daughter of 2Baba and Annie Idibia revealed that her mother actively encouraged her to maintain bonds with all her father's childrenWhen the host asked whether she communicates with 2Baba's new…

…the post, but his reference to a campus with both a temporary and a permanent site is consistent with Rayhaan University in Kebbi State, whose final forfeiture, alongside dozens of other properties linked to a former Attorney-General of the Federation, was secured by the EFCC on July 15, 2026. That forfeiture order cov…

…vandalism network. In a statement, NSDC National Public Relations Officer, Assistant Commandant of Corps Babawale Afolabi, said the operations were carried out by the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad under the zero-tolerance policy on crime, corruption and asset destruction. According to him, the operati…

VeryDarkMan posted a lengthy video on Instagram on September 4, 2026, addressing his controversial remarks at the NBA Annual General ConferenceThe activist had claimed during a panel discussion that some security operatives at checkpoints were linked to kidnapping activitiesVDM maintained he has evidence to back his cl…

…while Argentina maintains a competing sovereignty claim. The islanders have consistently expressed a preference to remain under British sovereignty.Milei rejected arguments based on the islanders' right to determine their political status, saying: "The islanders on their usurped territory do not have a legitimate right…

…his tally to six goals in five league gamesThe Nigerian forward has also added two assists since joining Bursaspor in the summer, putting him among the club's top performers this seasonSuper Eagles coach Eric Chelle is set to name his squad for Nigeria's opening 2027 AFCON qualifying fixtures later in SeptemberPAY ATTE…

…said Kyrgios' explanation that he had used cocaine "socially during a night out" was "consistent with the level of cocaine found in his sample". As a result, the ITIA accepted that his use of cocaine was outside of competition and subject to a lighter penalty. After his provisional suspension was announced last month,…

…spoke on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Thursday, amid concerns over the persistence of kidnapping for ransom and questions about recent military operations in which troops rescued victims without engaging their captors in deadly confrontations. He said security forces could force terrorists to abandon their c…

Video captures moment bulldozer nearly crushes woman and baby during Nnewi demolition A video showing a bulldozer nearly crushing a woman and her baby during a demolition at the Building Materials Market in Nnewi, Anambra State, has sparked heavy outrage online. The incident happened on Wednesday, September 2, during a…

GistReel Billionaire businessman Obi Cubana has gifted veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie a new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 after she was recently mocked online over her old phone. In a video shared on social media, Obi Cubana surprised the actress with the new device, capturing her reaction as he presented her with th…

…private sector to engage retired officers in security and intelligence roles. He emphasised that retired officers had a lot to offer in security and psychological profiling. He urged the government and private sector to tap into this expertise. The newly inaugurated executives include Mr Saliu Musa-Halima as Chairman;…

…to turn global commitments into tangible results,” said Michelle Gyles-McDonough, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Executive Director of UNITAR. The merger will create a single platform for learning and capability development, making it easier for member states, UN entities and partners to access expertise and suppor…

…research and remediation efforts,” Lawal stated. Beyond physical structures, he emphasised that significant progress had been recorded in soil and groundwater remediation, mangrove restoration, public health interventions, and the provision of potable water. The minister described the return of aquatic life to local wa…

…a volunteer midwife at the Bara Primary Healthcare Centre, Hadiza Abubakar, who assisted in the delivery, said the couple arrived at the facility on time. Abubakar said both the mother and the babies were healthy and strong after the delivery. Like Aliyu, she agreed that raising three newborns simultaneously would be c…

…knowledge as practical pathways to sustainable development. The conference emphasised renewed call for policymakers to innovate with local skills and invest in homegrown solutions.