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In recent years, Nigerian fashion has gained global recognition for its creativity, boldness and craftsmanship. That evolution was on full display at the 2026 AMVCA red carpet, where celebrities arrived in everything from stunning couture pieces to confusing fashion experiments. While stars like Osas Ighodaro, Tobi Bakre and Shaun Okojie impressed with standout looks, some outfits missed the mark completely, proving that bold fashion does not always translate to good style. Some designers seemed to approach the event with the intent to shock viewers, while others started well but veered off into ridiculousness. Here are 11 fashion fails we couldn’t…
For more than five decades of participation in global chess competitions, Nigeria has never produced a chess grandmaster — the sport’s highest title and ultimate symbol of elite mastery. But inside a packed hall filled with over 1,000 students, coaches, parents, and officials at the 2026 Ecobank National Schools Team Chess Championship, there was growing belief that the long wait may finally be nearing an end. The optimism was not merely about trophies or prize money. It was about the emergence of a new generation of young players whose talent, exposure, and competitive opportunities are reshaping the future of Nigerian…
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has confirmed that Linda Ameh, the lawyer and National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member earlier declared missing, has been found in Abuja. The command disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, Josephine Adeh. According to the police, Ameh personally reported at the Maitama Police Station after she was found and is currently assisting investigators with information relating to the incident. “Ms. Linda Ameh, the legal practitioner previously reported missing on the 6th of May 2026, has now been located. She is assisting the Police with valuable information to aid the ongoing investigation,”…
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has called on women across the country to rally support for the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. The PRP chieftain, Dr Maryam Ringim, who is also the National Women Leader of YMK Nigeria, made the call on Sunday during a mobilisation meeting with some party supporters in Dutse. She stressed the importance of women’s participation in political activities and grassroots mobilisation. She urged Nigerian women to actively register with the PRP and mobilise support for the party in their respective communities, saying women remain a major force in determining electoral success. According to her, the…
Rivers State Police Command has reaffirmed restrictions on the movement of tricycles from 10:00 p.m. following rising cases of ‘one chance’ crime across the state. The command’s spokesperson, ASP Blessing Agabe, told journalists in Port Harcourt on Sunday that the police was committed to combating the menace. Agabe said the directive, issued by the Commissioner of Police in Rivers, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, was in line with efforts to tackle “one-chance” abductions, robberies, and other violent crimes. “Residents are reminded that the existing restrictions on the movement of tricycles from 10:00 p.m. remain fully in force across the state. “Operators and owners of…
Nigerian record producer and music executive Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has named alternative rock singer Johnny Drille as his best musician. The Mavin boss said Johnny Drille’s music is unique, stressing that he is a complete musician. Speaking in a recent episode of the Crea8torium podcast, Don Jazzy claimed that Johnny Drille has no rival in the Nigerian music industry. “If you look at the Nigerian music industry right now, there is nobody like Johnny Drille. He is in a world of his own. He is like the best musician – the complete musician that I…
El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser, Kabiru Dogo, has urged the fans to keep the team in prayers ahead of the clash against Niger Tornadoes. The Borno Army will take on Niger Tornadoes at the El-Kanemi Sports Complex, Maiduguri. El-Kanemi Warriors need to avoid defeat in the match to maintain their push for survival. Dogo emphasized the importance of solidarity, prayers, and encouragement from supporters during the game. “Let us come together and support our team with prayers and positive spirit,” Dogo told the club’s media. “We must put the interest of the state first and stand firmly behind El-Kanemi Warriors.”
A socio-security group, Joint Security Watch Kwara South, has rejected claims that rising insecurity has significantly reduced the population and electoral relevance of the district ahead of the All Progressives Congress governorship contest in Kwara State. The group said reports portraying the area as deserted due to banditry and kidnapping were misleading and aimed at undermining the zone politically. Speaking in a Sunday statement, the group’s coordinator, Olaitan Oyin-Zubair, said criminal incidents recorded in parts of Kwara State were not unique to Kwara South and should not be used to profile or define the people of the area. “Banditry and…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested a suspected arms dealer and recovered three fabricated AK-47 rifles alongside other weapons during a sting operation in Dala Local Government Area of the state. The command said the operation was carried out by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad around Dandinshe Quarters on Friday. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa. According to the statement, the suspect, identified as Umar Danladi Usman, 35, of Kurna Layin Masallacin Juma’a area, was intercepted while driving a Honda Accord vehicle with tinted glass. The…
The Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, has announced his formal entry into the race for the Imo West senatorial ticket under the platform of the All Progressives Congress. Uzodimma made the announcement via his verified social media handles on Sunday. Others seeking the same mandate under the APC include former governor Rochas Okorocha and Senator Osita Izunaso, who is currently representing the zone in the Senate. APC leaders from the zone had, two weeks ago, announced the purchase of the nomination form for the governor while maintaining that he was their consensus candidate. Uzodimma said he had accepted the…
