…cases and 9.8 million deaths worldwide in 2024. Latest estimates from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the World Health Organization's specialised cancer agency, project that annual new cancer cases could reach 34 million by 2050, a 67 per cent increase from 2024 levels. Over the same period, ann…

…in Papiri, Niger. Between them, these accounted for N7 billion, almost the entire national ransom bill.” Based on geopolitical zones, the Northwest recorded the highest figures in incidents, victims and deaths. “Zamfara recorded 236 kidnapping incidents and 1,921 victims, nearly a quarter of the national total. The Nor…

…have reached an agreement in principle with Paris Saint-Germain to sign France international Bradley Barcola in a deal worth up to £120 million. The proposed package is understood to include more than £100 million in guaranteed payments, with performance-related add-ons taking the overall value to around £120 million.…

…not disclosed further details about the alleged relationship or indicated whether additional charges are expected. by Linda Ikeji at 27/08/2026 10:03 AM | Share this Story

…after sighting them. According to him, the troops’ superior firepower forced the criminals to retreat in disarray, leaving the hostage behind. “The engagement forced the criminals to retreat in disarray, abandoning the hostage, who was subsequently secured by our troops,” Osoba said. He said the victim was found unharm…

…Fury and Anthony Joshua - Boxing legend Prince Naseem Hamed Former British professional boxer, Prince Naseem Hamed has described Moses Itauma as "a million times better" than Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury and expects the young British heavyweight to surpass both former world champions. Itauma, 21, is unbeaten in 14 pro…

…States, and three alleged co-conspirators are set to stand trial before a military tribunal in June 2028. A U.S. Air Force judge, Lieutenant Colonel Michael Schrama, issued the trial-scheduling order on Wednesday, marking another development in a case that has faced more than two decades of legal delays. Mohammed and t…

…Electoral Reform Committee, inaugurated on August 28, 2007, was headed by no less a personality than a former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Mohammed Uwais. Members of the committee included prominent figures such as Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi, Justice Godwin U. Ononiba, Alhaji Musiliu A.K. Smith, Dr. Olisa Agbakob…

The national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has cautioned an Oyo State governorship aspirant of the party, Alagbe Gbemileke, popularly known as Eleniyan, and other aggrieved members against actions that could cause confusion within the party. The party also reaffirmed that Olooye Taofeek Adegboyega…

…tippers. Credit: NSCDC He reiterated the corps’ commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure, including solid minerals, in line with its core mandate, as he warned individuals and groups engaged in illegal sand mining or related activities to desist or face the full wrath of the law. Olatunde en…

…and daughters of the source, you not only voted but you defended your votes even at personal risk to your lives. Again, I doff my cap for your courage and patriotism.” Adeleke described the election as the toughest test of Osun’s identity since the state’s creation 35 years ago. “Of all developments in the last 35 year…

…motorists, identifying wealthy travellers, and leaking their movements to criminals for ransom. Reacting to the allegations on August 27, the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, dismissed the claims as unsubstantiated and unfairly damaging to the institution. Iniedu reiterating that highway personnel are de…

…who called himself Scalp Hunter 'd!es but doesn't reveal where victims' heads are' "Canal killer" John Sweeney has died in prison without ever revealing what he did with the heads of his two murder victims.Sweeney, 69, was one of Britain's most notorious serial killers. He was jailed for murdering two former girlfriend…

…access to the other office spaces. The financial trail also raised questions. An analysis of Abdullahi's bank statement showed that he received N3.25 million from Adeyemi in three tranches between March and November 2025, according to the ICPC.The investigation also uncovered another suspected fake agency, the National…

…has been cleared to resume operations at airports after the two sides reached an operational agreement. This comes after the airport ban on Uber, Bolt, and other ride-hailing platforms drew complaints from passengers. A statement issued by FAAN's Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, on Thur…

…asking questions you never got full answers to - Rapper Dummodublvck calls out journalist Rufai Oseni over Blaqbonez interview Nigerian rapper Dummodublvck has criticised journalist Rufai Oseni over his recent interview with rapper Blaqbonez. In a post, Dummodublvck questioned Rufai's handling of the interview, suggest…

…he took her to a hotel and ass@ulted her. Following the alleged abuse and severe emotional distress, Agbro tragically took her own life. After a petition filed by human rights activist Comrade Israel Joe, the suspect was arrested and the Delta State Police spokesperson SP Bright Edafe confirmed the arrest. In a newly r…

…remarks The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on domestic and international election observers to formally designate the FCT and Osun State as “early-warning locations” ahead of the 2027 general elections. The demand was contained in a statement […] The post ADC wants Osun, FCT placed under early-warning loc…

…in Nigeria and, thus, asserting that Muslims should continue to dominate national leadership, a view recently advanced by Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, an Islamic supremacist. Unfortunately, the seed planted by Tinubu and being watered by Islamic zealots is growing, as the Tinubu presidency mollycoddles the Islamic jingoi…

…based on market conditions? And why did Atiku then step in to reaffirm the original position? ‘’Nigerians deserve clarity, not policy by trial and error. More fundamentally, Atiku’s argument appears to misunderstand the dynamics of the petroleum market. Petrol does not become cheap simply because government orders a su…

…surplus petrol not absorbed by the domestic market would have to be exported to regional and international markets. It called for greater transparency, improved market coordination and policies that support local refining, enhance energy security and maximise the benefits of Nigeria’s investments in domestic refining c…

Professor Yusuf Usman, former chairman of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), has urged voters in northern Nigeria to learn from the recent political developments in Osun State and recognise the power of their votes in determining the leadership of the country. Usman made the remarks during an interview with D…

…chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this while delivering a lecture at the 43rd International Symposium on Economic Crime in Cambridge, United Kingdom. “I welcome all of you to the world of whistleblowing. If any one of you is privy to where Nigerian assets are stolen or taken to anywhere in the world, we have an incent…

…be approached primarily as a public health and mental health concern rather than a criminal offence. The association, however, said suicide prevention required a broader response because the factors that influence mental health extend beyond the healthcare system. The APN stressed that the Federal Government must compl…

…governments having access to the investigative machinery of the state. “The National Assembly investigated the power projects. I was never invited to answer any allegation of wrongdoing. “Yes, I chaired the National Council on Privatisation as Vice President. But on the power project, I disagreed with its concept and d…