They’re overrated’ – Christophe Dugarry defends Mbappe, calls out five Real Madrid players
Former French international Christophe Dugarry has defended Kylian Mbappe amid criticism over Real Madrid’s recent struggles. Speaking on Jérôme Rothen’s podcast, Dugarry argued that it is unfair to blame Mbappe alone for the club’s problems. He suggested that if the Spanish giants no longer value Mbappe, they should consider selling him instead of making him […]
Peter Obi is problem to Edo politics – Afegbua
Edo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Kassim Afegbua, has described former presidential candidate Peter Obi as a destabilising influence in Edo politics. He made the statement during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television while reacting to a recent incident in Benin City. Afegbua alleged that political tension often follows Obi’s involvement in […]
Police arrest three armed robbery suspects, recover N31.75m stolen goods in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered stolen goods worth N31.75 million in Ibadan. The arrest followed credible intelligence about a robbery incident along the Coca-Cola area in Asejire. Police spokesperson DSP Ayanlade Olayinka said the victim, Ezekiel Inije, was attacked at gunpoint by a five-man gang. Acting on […]
Student k!lled by carbon monoxide poisoning while charging phone in car
A 21-year-old college student, Joseph Boutros, lost his life due to carbon monoxide poisoning while sitting in his snow-covered car during a historic blizzard in Newport, Rhode Island. Police said he was found unconscious in a parking lot while charging his phone. Emergency responders arrived around 7:20 p.m. and transported him to Newport Hospital, where […]
“I would rather be ruled by a goat than be ruled by a woman” Nigerian men object to possibility of having a female president
A controversial statement circulating online has sparked debate after some Nigerian men openly rejected the idea of a female president. The remark, which compared female leadership unfavorably, has triggered strong reactions across social media and political circles. Supporters of gender equality described the comment as disrespectful and harmful, arguing that leadership should be based on […]
Coroner inquest into de@th of Chimamanda Adichie’s son begins April 14
coroner’s inquest into the de@th of 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, son of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr. Ivara Esege, will begin on April 14, 2026, at the Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos. Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji fixed the date when the matter came up in court on February 25. The child passed away on January […]
Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum threatens legal action against Elon Musk over ‘laughable’ cartel comments
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has said she may take legal action against Elon Musk after he suggested she had links to drug cartels. Musk made the remark on X while reacting to security developments in Mexico. Sheinbaum described the comment as unacceptable and without proof. The controversy followed the capture and killing of Jalisco New […]
Driver in Anthony Joshua crash appears in court after being charged over de@ths of his two friends
The driver involved in the car crash that killed two friends of boxer Anthony Joshua has appeared in court following charges related to the fatalities. The incident occurred when the vehicle reportedly lost control, resulting in a tragic collision. Court proceedings revealed that the driver faces serious charges connected to the de@ths, and legal representatives […]
EPL: Walcott picks game that will decide title winners
Former Arsenal striker, Theo Walcott, has picked the key Premier League game that he believes will determine the 2026 title winners. Walcott highlighted that the matchup between the current top two clubs will be pivotal in shaping the league standings. He noted that both teams have been in strong form, making the clash a potential […]
INEC under pressure to deregister ADC, LP, others – Igbokwe
Raphael Igbokwe, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the National Forum of Former Legislators, says INEC is under pressure to deregister parties like the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Labour Party (LP). He spoke after the Federal High Court in Abuja scheduled a ruling for March 24 on a suit challenging these parties’ compliance […]