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Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Jennifer Lopez has never been one to shy away from a statement accessory, and her latest outfit proves that the right pair of sunglasses can completely transform a look. The star just revived one of the coolest eyewear trends from the 1970s, reminding Us why oversized aviator sunglasses are one style that really works in any decade — and any wardrobe. Equal parts retro and glamorous, Lopez’s look feels perfectly suited for summer 2026. While in Paris on June 10,…
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has said the fight against terrorism, banditry and insurgency in the country remains difficult because of the active support criminal groups receive from their sponsors and some members of the public. Musa spoke on Friday at the 2026 edition of The Platform Nigeria, an annual national discourse held to celebrate Democracy Day. The event, monitored by our correspondent on Channels TV, was hosted by the Senior Pastor and Founder of The Covenant Nation, Pastor Poju Oyemade. Speaking on the theme of the discourse, “Governance, Democracy and National Security,” the minister said terrorists…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano Strategic Command, has arrested no fewer than 73 suspects and recovered illicit drugs during raids on notorious drug dens in Kano. A statement on Friday by the Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics/Public Relations Officer of the strategic command, Sadiq Maigatari, said the suspects were apprehended during a one-day intelligence-led operation in the Kano metropolitan area. According to the statement, the raids were carried out at the Filin Mahaha drug den, Sani Abacha Youth Centre, and the Sheka area in Kano metropolis. “In a one-day coordinated intelligence-led operation conducted under ‘Operation Sharar Mafaka,’ officers of…
The Federal Government’s decision to approve the early procurement of fertiliser raw materials has saved Nigeria about $44m and shielded farmers from supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, according to PFI NPK Limited. PFI NPK Limited, the implementation vehicle for the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative and a wholly owned entity of the Ministry of Finance Incorporated, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. The company said the early procurement strategy, approved by President Bola Tinubu, enabled Nigeria to secure fertiliser supplies months before fresh geopolitical tensions disrupted global shipping routes and…
Fifty cyclists departed Lagos on Friday, embarking on a 1,110-kilometre cross-border expedition across four West African countries in a bold demonstration of sustainable transport and climate advocacy. Organised by FT Cycle Care in conjunction with the Cycling Federation of Nigeria and the Velo NG Community, the Tour D’Afrique 2026 7.0 kicked off at the ECOWAS Secretariat in Onikan, Lagos, on Nigeria’s Democracy Day, with the theme “Riding Against Climate Change.” The eight-day ride will pass through Benin Republic, Ghana and Togo before the cyclists return to Lagos on June 19. Organisers say the zero-emissions journey — covering 1,110 kilometres entirely…
Actress, Omobewaji Oyediji, popularly known as Mo Bewa, has said that despite the progress made in the Nigerian film industry, female actors are still often confined to stereotypical roles. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, the actress acknowledged that the portrayal of women in Nollywood has improved significantly over the years but noted that certain limitations persist. “Female roles in Nollywood have evolved significantly over the years. We are seeing more women portrayed as leaders, entrepreneurs, politicians and complex characters with depth and agency. However, some stereotypes still exist, especially in certain genres where women are often boxed into…
After a high school teacher in Georgia was found guilty of sexual assault, the student she assaulted had the opportunity to confront her during her sentencing hearing. On Thursday, June 11, Bonnie Brown was convicted of improper sexual contact with a male student from abuse that took place in 2023, according to 11 Alive. Immediately after she was convicted, Greene County Judge Stephen A. Bradley sentenced Brown, 27, to 40 years in prison. The first 15 years of her sentence will be served in confinement, according to the outlet. She will also be required to register herself as a sex…
As the world confronts record-breaking temperatures, deadly heatwaves, devastating floods and a looming overshoot of the Paris Agreement target, World Environment Day 2026 has become a rallying point for urgent climate action. In this special report, DARE AKOGUN examines global and local responses to climate change, the growing threat of extreme heat in Nigeria, and why experts insist that the time for action is now From the global stage in Baku, Azerbaijan, to climate-focused events in Lagos and Edo State, stakeholders stressed that the climate crisis is no longer a distant threat but a present-day emergency affecting economies, public health,…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested five suspected kidnappers in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State. In a statement on its official Facebook page on Friday, the Nigerian Army said the suspects were members of a kidnapping syndicate responsible for terrorising innocent civilians in the area. The statement reads: “Troops of Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI have continued to dominate the battlefield with massive operational gains in the ongoing fight against terrorism and criminality in the North-East region, with the arrest of suspected kidnappers and the recovery of arms and ammunition in Magumeri Local Government…
A healthy man is an asset to his marriage, a blessing to his family and a pillar of support in his community. The month of June is set aside for men and the positive role they play within their families and society. However, many of them still carry emotional pain that is rarely discussed or acknowledged. Behind the responsibilities of providing, leading and supporting their families, many men also struggle with feelings of stress, disappointment, failure, rejection, loneliness and unmet expectations. A strong and lasting marriage is not defined by the absence of challenges or emotional distress, but by the…
