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Behind the opulent lives displayed by internet fraudsters lies a different reality of the lives of Yahoo boys or G-boys, slowly falling apart under growing debts and constant pressure, writes IBRAHIM ADAM Under the scorching Lagos sun, beneath a busy overhead bridge, Akinjobi Kamal (not his real name) bends over a mound of sand, carefully mixing it with cement. His hands looked rough, his clothes heavy with dust and sweat. To most passers-by, he is just another labourer struggling to earn a daily wage. But only a few would imagine that this same man once commanded attention wherever he went.…

The Adamawa State Police Command has deployed additional night patrol teams to Kofare-Agric area following reports of alleged night attacks and calls by residents for increased security presence. The Command said the move was aimed at strengthening security and preventing criminal activities in the area, while investigations into the reported incidents are ongoing. In a statement issued on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Suleiman Nguroje, said the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, reassured residents of the Command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property across the state. “The Adamawa State Police Command has taken note of reports alleging…

The family is the cornerstone of modern society, providing the support, love, and understanding necessary for stability and happiness. However, increasing socio-economic pressures have placed intense strain on the family unit in recent times, making it harder to prioritise family life amid the demands of prevailing living. Life can be unpredictable, and even in the most difficult situations, family often remains the one source of support when others fall short; therefore, prioritising family time this year will not only strengthen appreciation for one another’s support but also help create lasting memories and meaningful traditions that children carry with them into…

The National Shippers Association of Nigeria has rejected the recent increase in port service charges approved by the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, warning that the move could raise trade costs and undermine the Federal Government’s Ease-of-Doing-Business agenda. In a position paper submitted to the NSC, the association said the approval process was flawed, alleging that shippers were excluded from consultations required under the Nigerian Shippers’ Council Act. NSAN, which represents cargo owners nationwide, described the development as a breach of regulatory trust. “This is not just a procedural oversight; it is a regulatory failure,” the association said, arguing that the Council…

Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has praised Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen following their 1-1 draw in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Super Eagles striker played the full 90 minutes at RAMS Park after returning from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where he missed Nigeria’s third-place match against Egypt due to injury. While Osimhen did not find the back of the net, the 27-year-old constantly terrorised Atletico’s backline, creating two chances from nothing. Giuliano Simeone, the coach’s son, broke the deadlock inside four minutes, but an own goal by Marcos Llorente following a…

Bilarteral, an art platform focused on bridging Africa and the Diaspora, is set to make its debut at the 18th edition of the Harlem Fine Art Show in New York City, United States of America, scheduled to hold in February. The platform announced that four of its artists—John Akande, Nojeem Muse, Omoyeni Arogunmati and Maryam Maigida—have been selected to represent Nigeria at the internationally acclaimed art fair, marking a significant milestone for both the artists and the organisation. Speaking on the development, the founder of the platform, Bakare Mubarak, described the selection as a major boost for Nigerian art on…

Internal documents revealed as part of a child safety lawsuit hint at Google’s plan to “onboard kids” into its ecosystem by investing in schools. In this November 2020 presentation, Google writes that getting kids into its ecosystem “leads to brand trust and loyalty over their lifetime,” as reported earlier by NBC News.The heavily-redacted documents, which surfaced earlier this week, are linked to a massive lawsuit filed by several school districts, families, and state attorneys general, accusing Google, Meta, ByteDance, and Snap of creating “addictive and dangerous” products that have harmed young users’ mental health. (Snap settled earlier this week).Google has…

Stablecoins are increasingly being used across Africa as a cheaper and faster remittance option, with remittances becoming “more important than aid” on the continent, according to Vera Songwe, a former UN under-secretary-general.Speaking at a World Economic Forum panel in Davos, Switzerland on Thursday, Songwe said traditional money transfer services in Africa often cost about $6 for every $100 sent, making cross-border payments expensive and slow.She said stablecoins are cutting fees and settlement times, allowing individuals and small businesses to move money in minutes rather than waiting days for cross-border payments to clear. Vera Songwe, right, speaks at the World Economic…

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Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has finally resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and is expected to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature, announced the development in a statement on Friday. He said the governor, in a letter addressed to the NNPP chairperson of Diso-Chiranchi Ward, Gwale Local Government Area, officially communicated his decision to withdraw from the party, effective 23 January. “I write with a deep sense of gratitude to formally notify the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) of my decision to resign my membership of the party,…