Are we joking?- Minister of Interior, Tunji-Ojo decries the lean budget for security agencies in Nigeria
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has spoken against the low amount of money given to Nigeria’s security agencies every year. He said the budget they receive is not enough to help them do their job properly. He made this known while speaking at a public event held in Abuja on Monday, June 16. The […]
West Ham forward, Michaël Antonio returns to football just 6-months after near-fatal Ferrari crash ‘completely shattered’ his leg
West Ham striker Michail Antonio is back on the football pitch just six months after a terrible car crash nearly ended his career. The 35-year-old made his return during Jamaica’s Gold Cup match against Guatemala in California. He came on as a substitute in the 85th minute, even though his team lost 1-0. Even though […]
Peter Obi thanks President Tinubu for deciding to visit scenes of Benue massacre, urges him to also visit Niger state
The deadly incident happened over the weekend, and many Nigerians had been calling for the President to show concern. Peter Obi appreciated the decision, saying it’s a good step toward comforting the grieving communities. In a post shared on his social media page, Obi urged the President to also visit Niger State, which is currently […]
Four handed suspended jail sentences over Vinícius Jr. Effigy incident
Four people have been found guilty of a hate crime by a Madrid court after they were involved in a disturbing act targeting Real Madrid player Vinícius Jr. The court made its decision on Monday, June 16. The incident happened in January 2023 before a Copa del Rey match between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid. […]
“I lost 20 family members in one day” – Benue resident says
A heartbreaking story has come from Benue State where a man, Michael Ajah, shared how he lost 20 of his family members in just one day. In a chat with News Central, a distraught Ajah said; ‘’My family members died in this house, eleven of them. Some d!ed in the other store, eight of them. […]
Empire actor, Bryshere Gray, charged with assault and battery after alleged fight with associate
Bryshere Y. Gray, who played Hakeem Lyon on the TV show Empire, is once again in legal trouble. This time, he’s facing a charge for assault and battery after an alleged fight in Chesapeake, Virginia. According to WAVY, the 31-year-old actor wasn’t arrested by the police directly. Instead, a private citizen filed the charge against […]
President Trump tells ‘everyone’ to evacuate Iranian capital amid war with Israel
US President Donald Trump caused panic in Iran on Monday night by telling everyone in Tehran to evacuate. This happened as the fight between Israel and Iran became more serious. Trump wrote on his Truth Social account that Iran should have agreed to the deal he suggested. He said it’s a shame so many lives […]
Police arrest 36-year-old woman and accomplice for alleged gunrunning in Delta
The police in Delta State have arrested a 36-year-old woman named Ekene Chroma and her 18-year-old accomplice, Okafor Jonathan, for allegedly dealing in illegal firearms. According to a statement from Police Spokesman SP Bright Edafe on Monday, June 16, 2025, the suspects were caught during a sting operation in the Okpanam area of Asaba. During […]
Manchester City defender Kyle Walker set to join Everton
Manchester City’s experienced defender, Kyle Walker, is preparing to join Everton on a one-year deal. The England international has been in talks with Everton since he returned from his recent loan spell at AC Milan. Both clubs are still discussing whether the move will be a permanent transfer or a short-term loan that allows him […]
Benue massacre is way beyond farmer-herder crisis. We are being attacked by bandits and terrorists – Governor Hyacinth Alia says
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has spoken out about the continuous violence happening in some parts of the state. He said the killings are no longer just conflicts between farmers and herders. According to him, the people behind the attacks are now bandits and terrorists. Speaking during an interview with Arise TV on Monday night, […]