…the motive remains unclear. Tete, known as "Last Born", is best remembered for his 11-second knockout of fellow South African Siboniso Gonya in Belfast in November 2017, which remains the fastest stoppage in a world title fight, and was delivered in defence of the WBO bantamweight crown he won that year and held until…

…fuelling, personal and special assistants, domestic staff, entertainment, utilities, security, newspapers, accommodation, medical, and furniture allowances, among others.However, the commission did not attach specific monetary values to any of these additional entitlements in the report, meaning the figures published r…

…to take shape as the most consequential decisions are being made not inside party secretariats, but around coalition tables.On one side, opposition leaders are in active discussions about fielding a single presidential candidate, a move that would require setting aside individual party interests in favour of a unified…

…in Makurdi on Saturday. Ogwuche said the approval was given at the State Executive and Security Council meeting held on Friday at the Government House, Makurdi. The commissioner said the funding further demonstrated the government’s commitment to strengthening preventive healthcare and protecting children from malaria.…

…priorities. Leading the National Executive Council (EXCO) delegation, National Secretary Mr. Eleojo Obaje Audu expressed appreciation to the people of Anambra and the broader South East for their hosting and active participation. Addressing the assembly, Chief Engr. JohnBosco Onunkwo, South East Zonal Coordinator for t…

…Saliu Mustapha alleged that former Senate President Bukola Saraki is supporting Tinubu's second-term bid through the Rainbow CoalitionMustapha, who dumped the APC for the PDP, said his defection was a collective decision by several Kwara political groups with grievances against the governorThe senator confirmed the gro…

…guests scattered in different directions to avoid being attacked by the animal, while security men tried unsuccessfully to recapture it. Watch the video below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 22/08/2026 11:48 AM | Share this Story

…said the country was at a critical crossroads, with citizens demanding opportunities, security, economic stability, infrastructure, quality education, healthcare and accountable leadership. According to her, the YPP would seek to build a political institution where young Nigerians, women, professionals and communities…

…differed in “fundamental ways” from plans the Pentagon has for the organization. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has been severely critical of the media since taking the helm in 2025, and the independence of Stars and Stripes and other military media has come under threat. Shortly before Lederer announced his resi…

…the November 2025 shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C. Prosecutors say the attack was carried out by an Afghan immigrant, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who has pleaded not guilty.After the incident, President Donald Trump pledged on social media to "permanently pause migration from all Third World Countri…

…figures reveal a wide earnings gap between the highest- and lowest-paid positions in the sector, with engineering managers sitting comfortably at the top of the scale.Australia shares the earnings of various engineering categories. Photo Imagespublishes earnings of engineering professionalsAccording to the data, engine…

…politicians to interact directly with the people, particularly communities affected by insecurity, terrorism, banditry, criminality and flooding He said leaders could not fully understand the challenges confronting Nigerians without visiting affected communities and listening to their experiences. “True leadership requ…

…as the council’s Director-General, while Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State was named Secretary. This is contained in a statement released by the Presidency on Saturday morning, signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the President and Vice…

…activists Obi, who said Nigeria can work and must work, unveiled his agenda in critical sectors and listed five critical questions that should inform the choice of voters in the election. “Are Nigerians better off than they were four years ago? Can they afford food, education, and healthcare? Can businesses produce, ex…

…earlier this week.” That came despite Washington’s offers for tariff reductions in sectors like steel and aluminum, he added in a statement. A senior US official said there are no further scheduled meetings for now. The surprise announcement came after Trump said that the United States “should be able to have a deal wi…

Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi is the National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In this exclusive interview with Muideen Olaniyi, he spoke extensively on the August 15 Governorship Election in Osun State, lessons from its outcomes and the implications for the 2027 general elections. Excerpts: Gove…

Nigerian music stars, Burna Boy and Tems, have secured three nominations between them at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), continuing Nigeria’s strong presence on the global music scene. The nominations were announced on Tuesday ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled to hold on September 27 at the Peacock Theatre…

…at a location in Kabulonga, Lusaka, on August 14, hours after the presidential election. Security forces stormed the property linked to opposition candidate Brian Mundubile, shot Kafwaya and arrested NRPUP members, Bishop Trevor Mwamba, George Chisanga and Patrick Mwansa. AI’s Regional Director for East and Southern Af…

…won the August 15 governorship election with 511,067 votes against Oyebamiji’s 444,815, securing another term. The returning officer announced the result and the certificate of return followed. But Nigerian elections are no longer judged by arithmetic alone. There is now a second election after the first one has ended.…

…were channelled into campaign materials, vote buying, payments of agents, canvassers, security personnel and electoral officers in the 3,763 polling units and 332 wards of the state. The estimated expenses exceeded the N3bn limit set by the Electoral Act 2026 for each of the governorship candidates. Adeleke polled a to…

…as part of measures to address the energy crisis undermining Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. The commitment was disclosed by the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, during a presentation on ‘Industrialisation and Regional Competitiveness: The Role of Power’ at the just-concluded Nigeria Economic Summit Group event in Lago…

…alarm over attacks in Kebbe LGA and Kaya communityThe delegation pressed for increased security presence and more operational resources after suspected Lakurawa militants attacked communitiesMinister Musa assured the delegation of federal government commitment to tackling insecurity in the affected Sokoto communitiesPA…

…Ariana, who was tagged in the post's caption, responded with a warning in the comments section of the post, writing: "Never use my music again. Also, your truth is false." The audio to Grande's 2024 single, We Can't Be Friends (Wait for Your Love) has since been removed from the post as well. It's the second time the p…

…suspected female gunrunner, recover AK-47 rifle and magazines in Plateau Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace in collaboration with Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) members and local hunters, have arrested a suspected female gunrunner and recovered an AK-47 rifle, magazines and other military-related items duri…

…son, who did not scan into the gym on the day of the alleged assault but was visible in security camera footage. Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann, who have been embroiled in a contentious divorce since 2023, share co-parenting responsibilities for KJ and his siblings - Kash, 14, and 12-year-old twins Kaia and Kane. by Lin…