…in military camouflage. In view of the above, the Commissioner of Police, CP Monday Agbonika, has since launched a manhunt for the k!dnappers and has deployed the anti-k!dnapping unit of the state headquarters, the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and the Drone Unit as reinforcements to lgarra to see to the safe resc…

…not vote for Peter Obi is inciting their people against Peter Obi to use that and weaponise a war that ended 56 years ago, that the North should not vote for Peter Obi. “Let them remain in the stone age. Nobody is in the stone age anymore. Nigeria is moving. And if you don't do reconciliation and healing, you cannot mo…

…July 1, the apex court marked the formal commencement of the mandatory upload of electronic copies of processes, records of appeal, and other case documents. The development came with the introduction of its 2026 Practice Directions and the implementation of the Nigerian Case Management System (NCMS). Notably, the Fede…

…to continue its investigation into the allegations. NMA said it would continue to monitor developments while maintaining engagement with relevant authorities to ensure that due process is followed. The association also reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of medical professionals while recogni…

…followed by retaliatory attacks from Iran on Gulf countries. “We’re gonna hit ’em hard tonight,” Trump said at a NATO summit in Ankara. “They violate the agreement every day.” He added later, however, that “anything that happens is going to be over very quickly.” Oil prices jumped eight percent after Trump’s earlier co…

…body the day after her death. He reportedly acknowledged doing so during questioning. The charging documents also reveal a series of messages exchanged between Sabbineni and Narne in the weeks leading up to her death. According to police, Sabbineni repeatedly complained that drinks prepared by her husband tasted unusua…

…confirmed that the ageing mud structure is genuine and continues to serve as a functioning police outpost. Despite its fragile appearance, the outpost reportedly provides security services to about 4,000 residents of Garungudinya and nine neighbouring villages. Officers stationed there are said to respond to complaints…

…from provocative utterances. This is necessary to douse tension and allow good reasoning prevail. All of us as party members must be ready to make sacrifices necessary to enable APC retain its winning streaks in Kwara State,” he said. “We must not betray the confidence reposed in us by the good people of Kwara State, w…

…said, would work towards restoring confidence, strengthening internal cohesion and positioning the APC for victory in the 2027 general elections. Other members of the committee include Senator Brimo Yusuf, Chief Akin Oke, Senator Hosea Agboola, Mrs Kemi Alao-Akala, Hon. Niran Alarape, Hon. Olagunju Ojo, Dr Adebayo Adew…

…to a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, is part of the Federal Government's efforts to boost the Army's manpower to address prevailing security challenges across the country. The statement was titled, "COAS passes out another 3,000 recruits, sustains massive recruitm…

…Law Association bans bowing to judges and saying 'your lordship' honorifics in decolonisation drive The Uganda Bar Association has directed lawyers across the country to stop bowing to judges and discontinue the use of colonial-era honorifics in courtrooms, saying the practices are outdated and inconsistent with a mode…

…would take the case to France’s highest court, allowing her to avoid wearing an electronic tag on the campaign trail. “The court has restored my eligibility. I am innocent, and I am filing an appeal to the Court of Cassation to prove my innocence,” she said. “You have to take risks to win,” she added. The 57-year-old i…

…businesses and agencies, while collaborating with security agencies to enforce stricter monitoring measures, including the implementation of staff rosters and attendance registers. She urged passengers to desist from patronising touts, saying many of the illicit activities at airports were sustained by travellers who p…

…been coming into the room to check on the baby's heartbeat. "The alarm went off on the monitor, which happens when the heartbeat isn't found, so my nurse came in to find it again," she tells PEOPLE. "This had happened several times; my baby was very active and he liked to move." "Sometimes I'd adjust myself, and I'd mo…

…ingredients or ignore recognised production standards. Around the world, methanol poisoning linked to illicit alcohol has resulted in avoidable deaths and permanent disabilities. Legitimate manufacturers have consistently emphasised that such incidents are overwhelmingly linked to criminal operators rather than recogni…

…years of underinvestment, operational inefficiencies and poor maintenance. The commissioning of the Dangote refinery has begun to reverse that trend. The refinery reached full operational capacity shortly before the recent Middle East tensions involving Iran, helping Nigeria significantly reduce its dependence on impor…

…transparent exchange rate system. Analysts say investors and businesses are closely monitoring foreign exchange inflows, crude oil earnings, and monetary policy decisions, as these factors continue to shape the naira’s performance. Exchange Rates for July 8, 2026 Official NFEM rate: ₦1,372.96 per US dollar Parallel mar…

…Enzo Fernandez completed the comeback with the winning goal to send Lionel Scaloni’s men into the last eight. Reflecting on the emotional moment after the final whistle, Messi admitted he felt responsible for putting his teammates under pressure following his missed penalty. "I cried because I felt that I let my teamma…

…basslines, layered percussion, and lush synth arrangements that create a captivating sonic landscape. Each track is thoughtfully crafted, balancing emotional depth with dancefloor-ready rhythms while highlighting the producers’ refined attention to detail. Inspired by the pulse of city life and the emotions that come w…

…second fireside discussion, moderated by the Chief Executive Officer of FundCo, Abiodun Oni, featured the Chief Executive Officer of Salpha Energy, Sandra Dozie, and the Country Delivery Lead (Nigeria) for the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, Muhammad Wakil. The panel discussed the opportunities and challe…

…harmful indoor smoke while adopting cleaner cooking methods. Beneficiaries shared testimonies on how access to LPG had improved their daily lives, while officials of the Federal Fire Service demonstrated the safe handling and use of LPG cylinders during the closing ceremony. The event was attended by officials of the F…

…Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation Hadin Kai, Capt. Mohammed Goni. According to the Army, the two commanders surrendered to troops of Sector 2 in Geidam on July 4, 2026, before arriving in Maiduguri at about 7:30 p.m. on July 5, where they are now in military custody undergoing "detailed prof…

The Osun State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed the killing of 19-year-old Timileyin Oni in Ijebu-Jesa by yet-to-be-identified individuals. The command also said three other people were injured and hospitalised in the incident that claimed Oni's life. Speaking with The PUNCH, the state Police Public Relations Office…

…Goriola, has said skin bleaching among Nigerian women is driven by childhood conditioning that equates lighter skin with better treatment. She said the practice is not vanity but a response to psychological wounds inflicted long before any product is bought. Goriola, who founded The Shade Initiative for Cultural and So…

…D Great wrote, “She should leave the marriage swiftly. Although he might just be a platonic sugar daddy”. ‎ ‎John Thomas emphasized, “She should leave the marriage immediately”. ‎ ‎Radical Youth man added, “Women and stupidity. Let her divorce na”. Oluwaseun wrote, “Everyone deserves a chance to defend himself or herse…