…addressed the controversy that saw Seun Kuti walk out of Peller and Jarvis' traditional weddingEdo Pikin insisted that none of the three MCs at the event compared Wizkid to the late Afrobeat legend Fela KutiThe comedian revealed that his mention of Baba Fela was directed at the DJ over music volume, not a comparison to…
Cute Abiola sent an emotional message to Broda Shaggi during a congratulatory video for Peller and Jarvis's weddingBroda Shaggi's absence from the high-profile Lagos wedding on August 1 reignited concerns about the comedian's welfareThe heartfelt message comes months after reports that Broda Shaggi was shot during a fi…
…debating which club has unveiled the best home kit ahead of the new campaign. Traditional powerhouses such as Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea have all introduced refreshed home strips, while newly promoted sides Coventry City, Hull City and Sunderland also revealed the jerseys they ho…
…he does not want in a woman he intends to marry. His post, which outlined 14 personal preferences, quickly attracted attention, with many internet users debating whether his expectations were realistic or overly selective. The man wrote, “I want to get married but, I don’t want to marry an undergraduate, a single mothe…
…if m@dness runs in his family too because they take hard dr√gs.” Reflecting on her personal experience, she added, “They did that to me, but I didn’t check his family because I was in love.” Social media users share mixed opinions Her comments have generated mixed reactions online, with many users debating whether a pe…
…British actress who plays Rebecca Welton, the formidable owner of the fictional English football club AFC Richmond. Swift, who portrays club executive Leslie Higgins, chimed in that the cast “hit the ground running” when filming resumed. The new season of Ted Lasso, which stars Jason Sudeikis in the title role, shifts…
…in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. Intelligence sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 3:10 p.m. on August , 2026 by troops of the 115 Task Force Battalion acting on credible intelligence. The suspects were identified as Gujiya Mamiyo Umar, 40, from Ga…
…The suspect allegedly lured the victim to Côte d'Ivoire under the guise of vocational training in hairdressing. Investigations allegedly revealed that after arriving in Côte d'Ivoire, the victim was forced into pr0stitution. The suspect allegedly confessed during interrogation to trafficking the rescued victim and anot…
…revealed that over 6,500 Primary Healthcare Centres across Nigeria remain non-functional despite years of funding. See the top stories here: Fake agency scandal: Controversial DG fights back, fingers more MDAs The self-styled Director-General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, Adeni…
…prolific executioner after China, according to rights groups including Amnesty International. The authorities executed at least 1,639 people last year, a record high since 1989, according to Iran Human Rights, an NGO based in Norway, and Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM), which is headquartered in Paris. On Tue…
…estate empire through DAMAC Properties.Dubai has also attracted high-profile international billionaires, including Telegram founder Pavel Durov, whose estimated net worth is $6.6 billion.Joy Alukkas turned his family's jewellery business into Joyalukkas, a global brand, building an estimated $5 billion fortune.The 15 r…
The cast of Happy Gilmore includes classic actors including Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen, Carl Weathers, and Bob Barker, who turned the 1996 sports comedy film into a career-defining hit. Three decades later, Adam Sandler and Julie Bowen have become household names, while Bob Barker, Carl Weathers, a…
Arsenal’s history of signing players directly from Real Madrid is a short one, but it has produced some unforgettable names. With the Gunners linked with another potential blockbuster move for Vinícius Júnior, attention has turned back to the club’s previous deals with the Spanish giants. From a World Cup winner who ar…
…speaks on alleged campaign spending According to him, the past six weeks have been emotionally challenging for many people in Nigeria’s South-East following the emergence of what he described as a coalition involving President Bola Tinubu’s son and some prominent Igbo figures. While stating that every son has the right…
…Photo: X/Seyi Makinde According to the governor, the discussions focused on key national issues ahead of the forthcoming general election. He wrote, "Earlier today, we visited Baba, His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, in Abeokuta. Our discussions centred on important national issues in view of the upcoming ge…
…tax reforms, stakeholders are advocating an independent Tax Ombud, stronger professional collaboration and greater institutional transparency to foster taxpayer confidence, improve compliance and strengthen revenue administration. CHIMA NWOKOJI in this report examines various shades of opinions in the quest for a bette…
…Sardaunan Sokoto, Abubakar Alhaji, as tributes pour in from political leaders, traditional institutions and close associates who described him as a patriotic public servant whose lifetime of integrity, humility and national service left an indelible mark on the country. Among those who paid glowing tribute is veteran j…
…and prevent illicit drug trafficking took centre stage as the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd.), visited Lekki Port on a familiarisation tour. The visit provided an opportunity for the NDLEA and Lekki Port management to review measures aimed at str…
…and federal pay officers. According to the Accountant-General, the fresh operational guidelines became necessary following widespread violations of the Public Procurement Act, 2007, and other financial regulations governing public expenditure. The circular stated, “Further to the Treasury Circular… captioned ‘Revised P…
…medical laboratory scientists and 17 other categories of allied health professionals in 71 federal tertiary health institutions, with implementation taking effect from June 1, 2026. The approval, granted by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission, was conveyed in a circular dated July 15, 2026, signed by th…
…the confidence, identity, and values needed to excel and contribute meaningfully to national development. The project team lead and archivist, Dr Oludamola Adebowale, disclosed this on Friday during the third edition of the HerStory of Nigeria project held at the St Jude Cathedral Church, Ebute Metta, Lagos, where over…
…interior fittings, has become a prominent landmark in the state capital. Governor Siminalayi Fubara had, on November 24, 2025, during an inspection of the project after the lifting of the state of emergency in Rivers, announced that the complex would be ready for use by December 2025. Commending the contractors, Julius…
…Obinna The Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) and the Assembly of Healthcare Professionals (AHPA) on Sunday urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately implement the adjustment of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS), inaugurate the Boards of Management of Federal Health Institutions (FHIs), and fulf…
…to safeguarding lives and property and will prosecute anyone found culpable in such criminal acts,” the police spokesperson said. Residents of the area, who spoke to PUNCH Metro in separate telephone interviews on Sunday, expressed shock over the incident. A trader, Mallam Lawal, who said he uses the route daily, said,…
Dangote Cement Plc, Obajana Plant, has distributed educational materials to pupils in Lokoja, Kogi State, as part of its corporate social responsibility programme. The company’s General Manager, Social Performance Department, Ademola Adeyemi, in a statement on Sunday, described the initiative as an extension of Dangote…