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The military government of Myanmar released the text of a bill aimed at combating online fraudsters, with several penalties related to cryptocurrencies and scam centers.According to the text of the Anti-Online Fraud Bill, made public on Thursday, Myanmar’s parliament, the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw, proposed the law in response to online fraud in the country, which it said challenged its “sovereignty and stability.” The law stated that anyone who was convicted of committing “digital currency fraud” or online fraud could face from ten years to life in prison, and possibly the death penalty.In addition, the law set out conditions under which the…
Sienna Miller is getting real about mothering three kids in different phases of life after welcoming a newborn. “I would say the teenage girl would be harder to juggle until the transatlantic flight I took yesterday with the toddler and the newborn,” Miller, 44, said during a Thursday, May 15 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. “The toddler now wins, hands down.” She added, “It was an absolute disaster. There’s no negotiating. No is no.” Miller recalled the “looks” she was given on the flight while having a child throwing a tantrum. “The baby’s screaming. She’s screaming,” Miller…
The Oyo State Police Command says it has launched a massive manhunt and rescue operation following the abduction of several pupils, students and school staff during coordinated attacks on schools in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. In a statement on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Ayanlade Olayinka, a deputy suprintendent of police, said the attacks occurred in the early hours of the day when armed hoodlums riding motorcycles stormed Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, near Alawusa, as well as Community Grammar School and L.A Primary School in Esiele, in Oriire Local Government Area…
President Bola Tinubu on Friday defended his administration’s economic reforms, saying the removal of fuel subsidy and other policy measures were necessary to rescue Nigeria from economic collapse and place the country on a path of long-term stability. Speaking during a session at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, the Nigerian president acknowledged that the reforms have been painful for many Nigerians but argued that continuing with what he described as wasteful subsidy regimes would have worsened the country’s financial situation. “The reform is a very difficult decision, but necessary for the country,” President Tinubu said. He added, “We…
Nigeria’s Falconets will face former champions Spain and China PR in Group F of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup following Friday’s draw ceremony held in Łódź, Poland. The Nigerian ladies were also drawn alongside debutants New Caledonia in what promises to be one of the most competitive groups of the expanded 24-team tournament scheduled for 5 to 27 September. The draw ceremony took place at the EC1 Cultural Centre in Poland, with Falconets Head Coach Moses Aduku in attendance. Spain, one of the strongest teams in women’s youth football, headlines Group F, while China PR add further pedigree…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has announced the commencement of the process for candidates seeking to modify their choice of institution or programme following the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME. In a statement released by the Board’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, JAMB confirmed that the portal for correction of data has been officially activated for eligible candidates. According to the statement, “Candidates wishing to change their institution or programme of choice may now proceed to do so by visiting any of the Board’s approved CBT centres.” The examination body advised candidates across the country to complete the changes…
The Accord in Osun State has alleged a plot by the All Progressives Congress, APC, to manipulate the voters’ register ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, a claim the APC has firmly denied as fabricated. In a statement issued by its Chairman, Pastor Victor Akande on Friday, Accord claimed it had uncovered details of a secret meeting allegedly held by APC leaders to direct the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Resident Electoral Commissioner, Oluwatoyin Babalola, to remove certain voters from the register. According to the party, “the meeting was reportedly held at the Ileri Oluwa campaign office, where a three-man committee…
Akwa Ibom State Police Command has bust a child trafficking syndicate in the state and recovered a newborn baby abducted from the parents. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday, said the newborn baby was sold for₦145,000 without the consent or knowledge of the father. John said three suspects were arrested in connection with the crime. The suspects include: Ekemini Godwin ‘F’, 19 years, of Ikot Obioma Village, Endurance Sunday ‘F’, 26 years, of Nkwot Ikono Village, Alice Emmanuel ‘F’, 50 years, of Nkwot Ikono Village. She said, “In one of the operations, operatives of the…
Veteran Nigerian singer Sunny Neji has claimed that artists who sing romantic songs face a lot of temptations from female fans, including married women. According to him, married women in particular are “naturally drawn” to artists who sing romantic or relationship-based songs. The veteran music star made the claim in an interview with Yanga FM, Lagos, against the background of the controversy over a Nigerian artist’s alleged affair with a popular media personality’s wife, which reportedly contributed to their divorce. Neji explained that while it is “natural” for married women to be drawn to romantic singers, it is left for…
Brentford defender Michael Kayode has declared his intention to represent Italy at the senior level. Kayode was born in Borgomanero, Italy, to Nigerian parents. Though the right-back has represented Italy at the youth level, he is still eligible to play for Nigeria at the senior level. The former Fiorentina players stated that he can’t wait to make his maiden appearance for the Azzurri. “I will always give priority to Italy: even at youth level, I grew up wearing the Azzurri shirt,” Kayode told Tuttosport. “I hope to achieve this dream as soon as possible, but I have no doubt about…
