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Operatives of the Adamawa state police command, in collaboration with local hinters have arrested two suspected kidnappers in Song Local Government Area. The command said its officers and men, working in close collaboration with local hunters, acted on credible intelligence and carried out a coordinated raid on a notorious criminal hideout in a remote area of Balma Village of Song LGA. “The operation led to the arrest of two male suspects identified as Shaibu Mohammadu, 30, and Ja’o Bawa, 31 of different addresses,” the command said in a statement released in the esrly hours of Sunday by the Public Relations…
Popular Nigerian Tiktoker, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has vowed never to give love a second chance after his messy breakup with his longtime girlfriend and fellow content creator, Jarvis. Speaking during a recent livestream with Kolu, Peller said he would not fall in love again to avoid another embarrassing heartbreak. “I won’t fall in love ever again. God will not allow me to embarrass myself ever again,” he said. Recall that in December last year, Peller was involved in a deliberate car accident to end his life over breakup threats from Jarvis. He later confirmed they had parted ways…
Former Nigeria international, Mercy Akide, has said that she knew that Samuel Chukwueze was going to miss his penalty kick against Morocco in the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco beat Nigeria in the competition to progress to the final, no thanks to Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi who handed their kicks to the goalkeeper. Chukwueze came on from the bench just one minute into stoppage time during extra time, specifically to take a penalty, replacing Frank Onyeka. After Hamza Igamane’s shot was saved by goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, Chukwueze got a chance to give the Super Eagles a big…
Some Nigerians have said they turn to beer as a way of easing frustration and coping with stress brought on by harsh living conditions in the country. Despite shrinking incomes and rising living costs, they explained that consuming a few bottles of beer helps them calm down and strategise better. PUNCH Healthwise discovered that many Nigerians continue to spend scarce resources on beer and other alcoholic beverages, a habit they say offers temporary relief from daily pressures. Speaking with beer consumers across different socio-economic backgrounds, our correspondent gathered that for many, alcohol has become a coping mechanism for stress, unemployment,…
The Office of the Tax Ombud has assured Nigerian taxpayers of improved protection and fair treatment as it begins implementing guidelines aimed at safeguarding taxpayer rights, strengthening trust, and enhancing voluntary tax compliance. The assurance followed a meeting held recently in Abuja between the Chief Executive Officer of the Office of the Tax Ombud, Dr John Nwabueze, and a delegation from the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms. The delegation was led by its Chairman, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, and included the Executive Secretary of the Joint Revenue Board, Mr Olusegun Adesokan, according to a statement issued by the…
Victor Moses has signed with Kaysar FC of Kazakhstan, marking the 11th club in the Nigerian international’s extensive playing career, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Kyzylorda-based side confirmed the signing on Saturday via their official Facebook page, describing the 35-year-old midfielder as a player whose experience at top European clubs will bring both quality and leadership to the squad. “Kaysar Football Club officially announces that experienced midfielder Victor Moses has signed a contract with the team. The former Nigerian international will represent the Kyzylorda-based club in the upcoming season,” the club said. “Victor Moses is a player widely recognised for…
The cast of This Is Us are just as close to their own families as their characters were on the NBC drama series. “[Playing a mom has] shown me that maybe I am not as patient as I thought I was,” Mandy Moore, who portrayed matriarch Rebecca Pearson, exclusively told Us Weekly in February 2019, noting that she learned how to change a diaper during the show’s first season. “But maybe it will be different when it’s your own children.” Moore shares three kids — sons Gus and Ozzie and daughter Louise — with her husband, Taylor Goldsmith. As for…
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani has hailed the Nigeria-US counter terrorism partnership. In a post on his verified X handle on Saturday, Sani said Nigerians hope to see positive results from the partnership.Recall that the National Security Adviser, NSA Nuhu Ribadu, had said that Nigeria was in active collaboration with the US to nip in the bud the wave of insecurity across the country. The former lawmaker in the social media post welcomed the development saying, “The partnership should strategically and mercilessly locate, combat and eradicate terrorists wherever they are in all parts of the country. “There are 3…
A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Joe Igbokwe has countered former governor of Kaduna State Nasir El-Rufai who claimed that the ruling party may fall in 2027. El-Rufai, while speaking at the 23rd Daily Trust Dialogue on Thursday, claimed that the party’s reign may end after the 2027 general elections. Reacting, Igbokwe in a post on Facebook, pointed out ten reasons President Bola Tinubu will be re-elected in 2027. The post reads, “Let me tell my good friend, HE El Rufai that this is not possible given the permutations on ground. Why? “PBAT is fixing Nigeria the way…
Nigerian striker Salim Fago Lawal is on the verge of sealing a move to Czech Republic side Viktoria Plzen, DAILY POST reports. Lawal was initially expected to leave Croatian club, NK Istra 1961, for Azerbaijani giants, Qarabağ FK. Viktoria Plzen have however won the race for his signature. According to Italy based journalist, Lorenzo Lepore, an agreement has been reached between all parties. NK Istra will receive €2.4m in guaranteed payments, plus add-ons that could bring the total package to €3m, along with a percentage on a future sale. Lawal is expected to undergo medicals in the Czech Republic next week…
