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Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! European gals do loungewear differently. Instead of old college crewnecks and baggy sweatpants, they give casual a classy spin. And no, that doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort. Their go-to outfit sets are plush and buttery soft, carrying them straight from errands to date nights without a wardrobe change. We want in! These loose two-piece outfits are a comfort connoisseur’s dream. Whether you’re searching for something to wear for travels, school pick-ups or even work meetings, there’s a chic outfit set with…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) for the 2027 general elections. Accepting the nomination at the APM presidential primary, held in Ibadan, Mr Makinde pledged to work to reform national security architecture so that states were no longer left helpless in moments of crisis. He said that his administration would prioritise the decentralisation of security management to enable respective states have control of security architecture. “The safety and security of Nigerians will never be treated as a political slogan. Under my leadership, it will be a sacred national…

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a statement to the public concerning allegations of xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians in South Africa. This comes amid concerns over potential retaliatory actions against South African citizens, businesses, and interests in Nigeria. A statement signed by DCP Anthony Okon Placid said that following the Joint Intelligence Board meeting held on 18 May 2026, which was presided over by the National Security Adviser, security and intelligence agencies undertook a thorough evaluation to understand the security implications and identify appropriate response strategies. The Nigeria Police Force reassured Nigerians that there is no cause for alarm. “The…

Prominent chieftains and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have presented Senator Sharafadeen Alli as the gubernatorial candidate of the party to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. DAILY POST reports that the APC chieftains presented Alli to Tinubu on Saturday evening. Our correspondent reports that Alli currently represents Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly. It was learnt that the gubernatorial primary election of the party was held a few days ago. Our correspondent gathered that the APC chieftains presented Alli as the party’s candidate to Tinubu on Saturday. The APC delegation from Oyo State was led by the…

Paris Saint-Germain manager, Luis Enrique, has hailed Arsenal’s display in the UEFA Champions League final. The Ligue 1 giants needed penalties to see off the Gunners after the game ended 1-1. Ousmane Dembele’s penalty cancelled out Kai Havertz’s early opener. Eberechi Eze and Gabriel Magalhaes missed their kicks for Arsenal, as PSG retained their trophy. Enrique said: “This is the best moment of the season. We are still champions, two in a row, it’s amazing. “We deserved that. Our supporters, during the whole season, we deserve to be in the final. “It was very tough and difficult. Congratulations to Arsenal,…

NIGERIA was shrouded in gloom as it marked the 2026 Children’s Day on May 27. A day meant to celebrate and inspire the leaders of tomorrow, nurture their creativity, strengthen their dreams, and prepare them for the future, was instead overshadowed by mourning, fear, and despair. As children across the country celebrated, 88 of their peers remained in captivity, abducted by terrorists in Oyo and Borno states on May 15. On that day, Boko Haram terrorists stormed Mussa Primary and Junior Secondary School in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State and kidnapped 42 students and pupils. While Borno reeled…

So the President lost weight, too? On Sunday, May 24, the All Progressives Congress handed President Bola Tinubu its 2027 presidential ticket. He had just beaten his sole challenger by nearly 11 million votes. Moments later, likely riding on the high, he confessed that he had lost some weight since assuming office three years ago. However, this weight loss was not by design but by hardship. I would say “vicarious hardship.” Having thrown millions of Nigerians into labour pains, he attempted to offer a sense of solidarity. To say he shared in the compulsory post-subsidy weight-loss programme and sleepless nights…

Amid prevailing macroeconomic pressures, Nigeria’s capital market continues to play a key role in investment and economic growth. In this interview with JIDE AJIA, Financial Trust Company Chairman, Niyi Ajayi, speaks on reforms, market performance, integrity, and FTC’s expansion plans across Africa What is your assessment of NGX’s performance in the present economic environment? The Nigerian Exchange has shown remarkable resilience despite foreign exchange volatility, inflationary pressures, and tight monetary policy. The NGX continues to post positive momentum, reflecting both the strength of listed companies and growing recognition that Nigerian equities offer long-term value. The market has matured considerably. Infrastructure…

Music video director-turned-filmmaker,Apampa Oluwadamilola popularly known as Dami Twitch, has said Nollywood producers can no longer use Afrobeats songs in films without securing proper clearance from rights holders. Speaking on a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast which started trending on Saturday, he explained that the shift is largely due to publishing and distribution deals many Afrobeats artistes have signed with foreign companies. Twitch noted that a lot of Nollywood producers can’t afford the fees for securing legal use of Afrobeats songs in their movies unless they have investors supporting their projects. According to him, these agreements mean that most…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! When the weather hits that sticky ‘I can’t possibly wear jeans today’ phase — which for me is anything over 70 degrees — I become completely dependent on easy-going dresses that require zero thought yet still make me feel cute and pulled together. This smocked maxi dress is the piece I immediately reach for the second the temperature starts creeping into the ‘humid before 9 a.m.’ zone. What I love most is that this popular maxi somehow manages to feel…