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The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights on Monday called for an independent investigation into the killing of six Owode traders and other deaths allegedly linked to demolitions across Lagos State. The demand was made during a press conference organised by the group to address what it described as the mishandling of the alleged killings and the continued neglect of the bereaved families and traders in the area. Recall that in August last year, six persons were reportedly shot dead by suspected police officers at Owode Onirin Market during a protest following accusations of unlawful demolition and land grabbing. A…

Over 1,000 athletes representing 15 oil and gas companies will compete at the 2026 Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games holding from February 8 to 14 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium (Package B), Abuja. Teams representing the participating companies have started arriving in the nation’s capital and training ahead of the games. According to the chairman of the Media and Publicity sub-committee, Simon Nweke, contingents are officially expected to start arriving in Abuja from February 4 to 6. “Arrival depends on individual companies, but we expect that from the 4th to the 6th of February, all the contingents will…

Chief Information Security Officer Akinwumi Ayodele has outlined the top five cyber risks that fintech organisations in Nigeria must monitor closely this year, highlighting the shift from simple scams to complex, multi-layered attacks. These risks include AI-powered deepfake identity fraud, systemic API and open banking contagion, exploitation of “race conditions” in instant payments, advanced ransomware-as-a-service, and the “orphaned account” insider threat. Ayodele said the use of generative artificial intelligence will pose the number one technical challenge in 2026. Fraudsters are expected to use high-fidelity deepfake videos and audio to bypass digital identity checks, including the proof-of-life steps commonly used during…

HYPE gained double digits on Monday after the team behind HyperCore, the core infrastructure powering Hyperliquid’s layer-1 network, said it will support the HIP-4 proposal to expand into prediction markets.The integration would allow fully collateralized contracts on Hyperliquid, the largest decentralized perpetual futures crypto platform, enabling traders to wager on political elections, sports and other markets.In an X post on Monday, Hyperliquid said the support was driven by “extensive user demand” for prediction markets and bounded options-like instruments, while adding that HIP-4 could allow other novel applications to be built on Hyperliquid. Source: HyperliquidHIP-4 outcomes would function like a betting…

Margot Robbie and husband Tom Ackerley have a love story lifted straight out of a romance movie script. The Barbie actress and her producer husband first met in 2013, and she’s been gushing over their deep connection ever since. “Being married is actually the most fun ever,” Robbie told PORTER in November 2018. “Life got way more fun somehow. I have a responsibility being someone’s wife, I want to be better.” Robbie explained that although she and Ackerley were often busy with their Hollywood projects, they still carved out time to see each other as much as possible. “Even if…

Brethren, the situation is urgent. The church in our nation is grappling with serious sexual scandals involving individuals at various levels, members, ministry workers, branch pastors, and even many church leaders who are now overshadowed by persistent allegations. I am not referring to sincere believers who once stumbled but have since repented. Rather, I speak of those who have developed patterns of predatory behaviour, harming many young people while being shielded by those who flatter or depend on them. Some engage in these acts as part of misguided spiritual pursuits. Others are trapped by unchecked desires, nurtured by a lack…

The National President of the Boys Brigade of Nigeria, BBN, Professor Samson Duna, has said that the growing wave of terrorist attacks on churches and Christian communities across the country is politically motivated. Prof Duna spoke at the end-of-year thanksgiving service of the Boys Brigade of Nigeria and the investiture of three national patrons at the ECWA Goodnews Church, Suleja, Niger State. According to him, while the persecution of Christians is biblical, churches must now become security-conscious. The BBN president noted, “Christ said the world will hate Christians, but we must prepare ourselves. Churches must wake up and provide security…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that he is closely following events within the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Oyo State. Wike explained that his attention to the situation is rooted in his concern for the continued existence and strength of the party, which previously governed at the federal level. He made this known on Monday in Abuja while addressing attendees at the PDP’s 105th National Executive Committee meeting. According to him, his ongoing observation of developments in the Oyo State chapter is motivated by his commitment to seeing the party thrive. “Let me declare my…

Anietie Uko has left Nigeria National League, NNL, side Akwa United, DAILY POST reports. He is reported to be nearing a move abroad. Uko announced his departure in a farewell message on the club’s social media. The experience midfielder expressed his desire to see the Promise Keepers secure promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, next season. “I wish Akwa United all the best in the league. I hope to see Akwa United in the NPFL in the 2026/2027 season.” Uko told Akwa United’s media. Akwa United currently top the NNL Conference B table with 19 points from nine…

The Federal Government has moved to end the practice of carrying electricity subsidy costs alone, announcing a framework that will spread the burden across federal, state, and local governments from 2026. The Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja during a training and sensitisation workshop for ministries, departments, and agencies on the 2026 post-budget preparation process using the Government Integrated Financial Management Information System Budget Preparation Sub-System. Yakubu said President Bola Tinubu had directed that electricity subsidy costs be made explicit, tracked, and fairly shared across tiers of government, warning that…