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Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has confirmed his breakup with Argentine rapper Nicki Nicole, denying rumors of infidelity. The Lamine Yamal breakup became public after both deleted photos of each other on social media. Speaking through Spanish journalist Javier de Hoyos, Yamal said the split was mutual. “We are not together anymore, but it was not…
The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of Deputy Speaker Samaila Bagudu by armed bandits in Bagudo town on Friday night. According to Police Public Relations Officer Nafiu Abubakar, the lawmaker was taken shortly after completing his evening prayers. However, security teams immediately moved into action to track down the attackers. In addition,…
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States may take military action in Nigeria if the Nigerian government “continues to allow the killing of Christians.” Trump made the statement in a post on Truth Social on Saturday, directing the Department of War (formerly the Department of Defense) to prepare for “possible action.” Read…
The PDP crisis has taken a dramatic new twist as a faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, suspended the Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and five other members of the National Working Committee (NWC). The decision, announced on Saturday in Abuja, further exposes the growing division threatening Nigeria’s main…
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of Tanzania’s presidential election, securing another term in office amid days of tension and protests across the country.The electoral commission announced the result on Saturday, confirming that Samia won 98% of the votes in Wednesday’s poll. President Declares Poll Free and Fair In her victory speech,…
EFCC Moves Against Officers Accused of Extortion The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has suspended several officials accused of extorting ₦10 million from rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the suspension in a statement on Saturday in Abuja.He said the agency had launched a full investigation into the…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked President Bola Tinubu to immediately reverse the new 15% import duty on petrol and diesel. The party warned that the move would worsen economic hardship and make fuel prices unbearable for citizens. Policy ‘Insensitive and Ill-Timed’ — Abdullahi In a Friday statement, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into an allegation made by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips. The artist claimed that EFCC operatives extorted ₦10 million from him after allegedly arresting him during a midnight raid at his Lagos residence in November 2024. EFCC Reacts to the Allegation…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from monitoring or recognising the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention scheduled to take place in Ibadan, Oyo State. Justice James Omotosho delivered the ruling on Friday, saying the PDP failed to comply with key provisions of the…
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has started an indefinite strike to demand better working conditions and welfare for doctors across Nigeria. The union announced the action after its 30-day ultimatum to the Federal Government expired. NARD President, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman, released a statement in Abuja confirming the decision. Government Ignored Agreements Dr. Suleiman…