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Armed bandits have launched a fresh attack on rural settlements on the western outskirts of Musawa town in Katsina State, forcing residents to flee their homes and rustling large numbers of livestock in a renewed wave of insecurity in the area. The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was confirmed in a post shared on X by a northern security analyst and crisis reporter, Bakatsine, who has been tracking security incidents across the North-West region. According to him, the attackers invaded multiple rural communities in Musawa Local Government Area, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to abandon their homes in panic. He…
Kun Khalifat FC Chairman, Michelle Amaefula, is anticipating a tough battle against Wikki Tourists in their last match of the 2025-26 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, season. The Owerri-based club will lock horns with Wikki Tourists at the Dan Anyiam Stadium this weekend. Kun Khalifat FC must record a win in the encounter to maintain their top-flight status. Amaefula expressed his team readiness for the game. “I think there will be alot of fight from Wikki Tourists,” Amaefula told Kun Khalifat FC media. “The players will be mentally prepared for the game.” Amaefula urged the club’s supporters to come out in…
Political tensions escalated within the All Progressives Congress on Sunday as several serving lawmakers who lost return tickets in the party’s primaries began pushing back against the outcomes, raising fears of fresh internal crises ahead of the 2027 elections. In Lagos, outrage followed the reported rape and killing of a sexagenarian by suspected hoodlums, while Governor Seyi Makinde confirmed that seven teachers abducted during an attack on a school in Oyo State were still in captivity after one victim was killed. Meanwhile, Alex Otti and the Labour Party distanced themselves from the sale of nomination forms announced by the faction…
The Lagos State Taskforce has confirmed the donation of safety kits to its officers by the Lagos State Security Trust Fund. The spokesperson for the Taskforce, Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. According to Gbadeyan, the donated kits included protective boots and helmets. He noted that the Executive Secretary of the LSSTF, Ayo Ogunsan, disclosed that the donation was aimed at enhancing the safety and well-being of the officers. “You are awake so that others can sleep with both eyes closed. I am sure history will be kind to you for doing so at the expense of…
The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Danladi Jatau, has lost his bid to represent Keffi/Karu/Kokona Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives in 2027 following his defeat in the just-concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries in Nasarawa State. Jatau was defeated by Hon. Daniel Ogazi, who scored 13,083 votes, while the Speaker polled 5,873 votes in the contest. Two serving members of the House of Representatives also lost their return tickets following the peaceful conduct of the APC primary elections in their respective federal constituencies in the state. Our correspondent reports that the affected federal…
Chivita, a trusted fruit juice brand in Nigeria, has said that it is reinforcing its commitment to healthier living, wellness, and purposeful innovation across its product range, including Chivita Fruit Juice, Chivita Active, Chivita Happy Hour, Chivita Ice Tea, and Chivita Exotic. It stated in a statement that since its introduction into the Nigerian market as Chivita Premium Fruit Juice, the brand has played a major role in shaping consumer expectations around fruit juice and nutrition, positioning itself as a wholesome option for families seeking quality and nourishment. It noted that over the years, the brand has become part of…
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has credited what he described as the “god of soccer” after helping Celtic secure the Scottish Premiership title in dramatic fashion on Saturday, capping a remarkable debut season in Glasgow, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Celtic staged a late comeback at Celtic Park to defeat Hearts 3-1 and clinch their 14th league title in 15 years, denying the Edinburgh side a first championship since 1960. Iheanacho, introduced from the bench, played a notable role in Celtic’s second-half pressure and came close himself when he struck the base of the post, helping to shift momentum in the…
The Director-General of the Lagos State Office of Education Quality Assurance, Dr Sulaimon Ogunmuyiwa, has called on patents to pay attention to the girl-child. This is as he cautioned young women against total financial dependence on others, warning that over-reliance on spouses has left many women vulnerable and unable to navigate life’s challenges. He also said that investing in female child education is a strategic investment in Nigeria’s future. Ogunmuyiwa stressed that empowering girls through quality education remains critical to national development and economic growth. He stated this on Sunday in Lagos during an event organised by the First Class…
The US Senate’s crypto market structure bill could take until August to pass and risks not advancing at all if lawmakers cannot pass it before the midterms, said Greg Cipolaro, head of research at financial services firm NYDIG.Patrick Witt, a senior White House crypto adviser, said earlier this month that he was targeting July 4 for the Senate’s crypto bill to pass, saying there was enough time for a Senate markup, floor vote and House vote. “This may represent an aspirational benchmark rather than a fixed legislative deadline,” Cipolaro said in a note on Friday. “The realistic window, however, is June…
Kelsea Ballerini is calling dibs on owning the red carpet all by herself. While attending the 2026 ACM Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 17, Ballerini, 32, showed up solo after a few public reunions with ex Chase Stokes. The country music superstar wowed fashion lovers with her ethereal Roberto Cavalli dress, which included a short train. She completed her look with curly locks and hair pins that matched the design of her dress. It’s about to be a special night for Ballerini, who is once again nominated for Female Artist of the…
