Osun Amotekun arrests suspect after foiled Ilesa–Ibadan highway robbery
Operatives of the Osun State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, have arrested a suspected armed robber, Chinedu Eze, following a foiled robbery on the Ilesa–Ibadan Expressway. The arrest came after a motorist, Maxwell Phillips from Benue State, alerted Amotekun patrols in the early hours of Wednesday about suspicious activities by armed men along the highway. […]
EFCC explains how Nigerian banks, fintechs enabled N180bn in air ticket, crypto fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed how Nigerian banks and fintech companies facilitated a massive fraud worth N180 billion involving air ticket sales, investments, and cryptocurrency transactions. The commission’s spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, explained that hundreds of Nigerians fell victim to the scams, with N18.1 billion lost to airline ticket and investment fraud, […]
NWFL postpones 2025-26 season
The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has temporarily suspended the 2025-26 season following a petition to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) by one of the affected clubs. The suspension comes as more than five players from the club were called up to the U-20 national team, affecting the team’s ability to compete effectively. The league […]
Wike drags FCTA workers to court
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has taken legal action against striking workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), challenging the ongoing industrial action at the National Industrial Court. The move follows the indefinite strike declared by unions over unresolved labour issues. The strike, organised by the Joint Unions Action Committee […]
Super Eagles: ‘Don’t let him go’ – Frank Onyeka begs NFF over Chelle
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has appealed to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to retain head coach Eric Chelle, praising his impact on the national team. Onyeka said the coach has brought renewed belief and structure to the Super Eagles, urging the football authorities not to let him leave at this critical stage. Speaking after […]
Osun govt, lawmaker clash over alleged halted teachers recruitment
A fresh dispute has broken out between the Osun State Government and a federal lawmaker, Oluwole Oke, over claims that a plan to recruit part-time teachers for public schools was stopped. Oke, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, alleged that a proposal to engage about 700 teachers was halted by the […]
UCL: ‘They’ll beat them home, away’ – Pennant names EPL club to knock Arsenal out
Former Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant has predicted that Liverpool would knock Arsenal out if both sides meet in the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League. Speaking after Liverpool’s convincing 3–0 win over Marseille, Pennant said the Reds’ strong European pedigree gives them a clear edge over the Gunners in high-pressure continental games. Liverpool are […]
Ukraine, US, Russia to hold security talks in UAE after Moscow negotiations
Ukrainian, United States, and Russian officials are expected to meet in the United Arab Emirates on Friday for fresh security talks aimed at finding a path toward ending the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin confirmed the planned meeting, describing it as part of ongoing diplomatic engagements following recent high-level discussions in Moscow between US representatives […]
Fubara impeachment: Rivers can exist without Wike – Annkio Briggs
A Rivers State political stakeholder, Annkio Briggs, has said the state does not depend on any single individual to survive, insisting that Rivers can function effectively without the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. She made the remark while reacting to the ongoing impeachment moves against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi […]
Nigerian naira continues depreciation against US dollar
The Nigerian naira continued its downward movement against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday, reflecting ongoing pressure on the local currency. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the naira weakened slightly compared to the previous trading day. According to the CBN figures, the naira exchanged […]