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A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and governorship aspirant in Niger State, Dr. Mohammed Kpautagi, has officially picked his Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, declaring his determination to rescue the state from poor governance and hardship. The exercise witnessed a large turnout of supporters, party faithful, youths, women, and political associates who stormed the ADC secretariat in solidarity with the aspirant. Addressing journalists shortly after obtaining the forms, Kpautagi appreciated his supporters for their confidence in his leadership, assuring that his administration would focus on policies that directly impact the…
No fewer than 24 shops were destroyed after a fire outbreak swept through Mandate Market in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, in the early hours of Tuesday. The incident was confirmed in a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Hakeem Adekunle.According to the statement, the fire started around 4:44 a.m., with preliminary investigations indicating that an electrical fault triggered the blaze. The fire was said to have originated from a shop where mobile phone accessories were sold and phones charged, before spreading to nearby shops used for storing food items and other goods. Firefighters were…
Popular fashion designer, Veekee James and her husband have welcomed their first child, sending fans and celebrities into celebration mode online. The celebrity designer announced the joyful news with stunning family photos and an emotional message, describing their newborn as a blessing and the beginning of a beautiful new chapter. Shortly after the announcement, social media was flooded with congratulatory messages from fans and well-wishers. Some of the comments from fans wished Veekee, her husband and baby blessings. “This is the soft life and happy ending we prayed for. Congratulations Veekee!” an Instagram user said. “The internet’s favourite couple just…
PGMOL chief, Howard Webb, has given his verdict on West Ham United’s disallowed goal against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday. Arsenal won 1-0 against West Ham at the London Stadium after Leandro Trossard scored the only goal of the match. However, West Ham United player Callum Wilson’s late goal was cancelled by the match referee Chris Kavanagh after VAR called his attention. Speaking on the development in the latest instalment of Match Officials Mic’d Up, Webb insisted that Kavanagh made the right decision by not allowing West Ham’s goal to count. According to him, the foul from the West…
Ghana’s President, John Mahama, has granted approval for the immediate evacuation of 300 Ghanaian nationals from South Africa, following renewed xenophobic attacks in the country. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday via his X handle. According to him, the affected citizens had earlier complied with the Foreign Ministry’s advisory and registered with the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria for evacuation assistance. He wrote, “His Excellency John Mahama has granted presidential approval for the immediate evacuation of 300 Ghanaians in South Africa. “These distressed Ghanaians had earlier complied with the Foreign…
The Edo State Police Command on Tuesday said it arrested 55 suspected kidnappers and rescued 58 victims between March and May 2026 as part of intensified operations against violent crimes across the state. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Monday Agbonika, disclosed this while presenting the operational scorecard of the command at a press briefing in Benin City. Agbonika said the command also arrested 15 suspected cultists, eight armed robbery suspects, 15 murder suspects, three persons linked to unlawful possession of firearms, and 23 suspects connected to rape and defilement cases. According to him, the command had intensified the…
The candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the August 15 Osun State Governorship election, Najeem Salaam, has declared that his administration would prioritise solving the lingering electricity challenges confronting the state, if elected. He made the disclosure while featuring on a political programme, Oro Oselu, aired on Uniq FM, Ilesa, Osun State. In a statement made available by Salaam’s Media Office in Osogbo on Tuesday, the ex-Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly said his focus remains “on governance, development, and policies capable of improving the lives of the people rather than engaging in political abuse and distractions.”…
Man City coach Pep Guardiola has described video assistant referee decisions as “a flip of a coin,” insisting that teams in the Premier League cannot rely on VAR to deliver consistent outcomes. According to BBC Sport on Wednesday, the Spaniard made the remarks amid renewed debate over officiating standards following a controversial VAR review in the title race involving West Ham United and Arsenal. Guardiola said his side had also suffered from questionable decisions in recent seasons, pointing to City’s defeats in the 2024 and 2025 FA Cup Final. “I never trust anything since I arrived a long time ago.…
Celebrity fashion designer Victoria James, popularly known as Veekee James and her husband, Femi Atere, have announced the arrival of their first child, Eliana. Veekee James announced this in an Instagram post on Wednesday, revealing that the baby girl was born on May 2, 2026. She wrote, “She’s Here. #elianaatere. 02-May-26. Eliana Adeife Atere.” Veekee James, Femi Atere welcome their first daughter, Eliana. Credit: Instagram| veekee_james Veekee James with her daughter, Eliana. Credit: Instagram| veekee_james The designer further explained the meaning behind her child’s first name, saying, “EL (God) and ANA (He has answered), signifying ‘My God has answered. “1…
EToro reported first-quarter net income of $82 million, up 37% from a year earlier, as a surge in commodities trading offset weaker crypto activity.Net income rose 37% year-over-year to $82 million, compared to $60 million in Q1 2025, the company announced Tuesday. Adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) climbed 35% to $109 million, from $80 million a year earlier, while net contribution grew 19% to $258 million.The upbeat results were driven largely by commodities trading, which accounted for roughly 60% of trading commissions in the quarter, with volumes up nearly fourfold year-over-year. The company also expanded its…
