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Apple has revealed Siri AI, a new version of its digital assistant, alongside the next generation of Apple Intelligence as part of its upcoming software releases, which include iOS 27. The company disclosed the innovation in a post on its website on Monday as part of the outcome of its Worldwide Developers Conference 2026 held in California, saying developer testing would begin immediately. A public beta, that is a pre-release version of a software, is scheduled for next month ahead of a broader rollout later this year. “The new features are available for testing starting today through the Apple Developer…
The House of Representatives on Tuesday summoned service chiefs and the National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu to appear before the parliament. The development followed the rising incidents of insecurity across the country. The resolution was passed during Tuesday’s plenary following the adoption of a motion sponsored by Sulaiman Gumi, lawmaker representing Gummi/Bukkuyum federal constituency in Zamfara state. DAILY POST reports that bandits and terrorists have been on a rampage across the country, killing and abducting unsuspecting citizens. There have been calls for President Bola Tinubu to sack the service chiefs to pave the way for more capable hands.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Dele Momodu, has disclosed the response he got after asking the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi to work with Atiku Abubakar. Momodu revealed that Obi turned down his request, stressing that he was more popular than Atiku. Recall that the former governor of Anambra State was Atiku’s running mate in 2019 under the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. In 2023, Obi moved to the Labour Party where he contested the presidential election and came third behind Atiku of the PDP and President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, APC.…
His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh, has died in Egypt after a prolonged illness.His son, Engr. Tijjani Hamisu Bala, who is the General Manager of the Yobe State Road Maintenance Agency (YORMA), announced the death, in a statement. He said his father died on Tuesday in Cairo, Egypt. He described his late father as a mentor and traditional ruler whose life was devoted to the service of his people and humanity, adding that, “With profound sorrow and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah, I announce the passing of my beloved father, namesake and traditional ruler, His…
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has reacted to criticism surrounding the release of his latest music. The singer, who was seen dancing in his new music video, faced comments from some social media users who suggested he should retire, arguing that Afrobeats is for a younger generation. Responding to the backlash, Mr P defended his ability to sing, dance, perform, play multiple musical instruments, and his musical qualifications. Taking to his social media, he said, “Put some respect on the name Peter Okoye aka Mr P.” He also claimed that many critics are disappointed…
Arsenal have made a decision regarding Jose Mourinho and Real Madrid’s interest in signing their defender Riccardo Calafiori. According to Football London, the Gunners are aware of interest from Mourinho and Real Madrid but have ‘no intention’ of selling Calafiori this summer. The report added that the Premier League champions feel ‘no pressure’ to sell the Italian this summer transfer window. Mourinho has ‘approved’ a move for the former Bologna star and also Manchester City’s Josko Gvardiol as he prepares to take over at Real Madrid. The Portuguese signed a three-year contract with the Los Blancos last month, and the…
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has declared that public support for military operations is not optional, describing it as a strategic requirement without which operational success cannot be fully achieved. This is just as he said when left unchecked, disinformation can be as damaging as a direct security threat. Shaibu stated this on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of the Directorate of Army Public Relations Combined First and Second Quarters Media Workshop 2026, themed “Media Integration as a Force Multiplier for Joint and Multi-Agency Operational Success.” The COAS, represented by the Chief of Civil Military…
The Oyo State Fire Services Agency has doused a fire outbreak triggered by a mobile phone battery explosion at Tecno Complex, Mokola Roundabout, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. A statement on Tuesday, issued by the state’s Fire Services Chairman, Moroof Akinwande, said the incident happened on Monday, June 8, at 20:15 hours. Akinwande said fire personnel led by ACFS Amoo promptly mobilised to the scene, following a distress call from Mr Oluyomade Adepeju, that a shop had been engulfed by fire at Tecno Complex Roundabout, Mokola, Ibadan. He added that the agency’s firefighters swiftly contained and extinguished the fire, preventing…
Former presidential aspirant and businessman, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has dismissed claims that the Accord Party refunded his N50 million nomination fee, insisting that the money remains in the party’s account. Olawepo-Hashim stated this in an interview with Trust TV on Tuesday while reacting to the ongoing dispute over the party’s presidential ticket, maintaining that he remains the validly nominated candidate. The former Peoples Democratic Party chieftain claimed that reports that his nomination fee had been returned were false. “That is not true. They have never refunded my money. My money is still in their account. If it had been refunded, I…
June 9, 2026 1:36 pm Ex-UEFA president ichel Platini Photo: GETTY IMAGES Gilbert Ekugbe Gilbert Ekugbe is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over a decade of experience reporting on business and economic affairs. He covers markets, corporate developments, finance, and Nigeria’s broader economic landscape. His reporting is informed by extensive newsroom experience and a strong commitment to accuracy and responsible journalism, helping readers understand complex business issues. All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from…
