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Christiana Akingboye, widow of the late businessman and politician Bamidele Akingboye, has accused the Lagos State Police Command of unlawfully releasing her husband’s body and mishandling critical evidence, despite the family being cleared of any wrongdoing by the Lagos State Director of Public Prosecutions. Speaking at a press conference over the weekend while appealing to President Bola Tinubu, the Senate, and the Inspector-General of Police, Akingboye alleged that the police actions following her husband’s death amounted to an abuse of power, a breach of due process, and deliberate marginalisation of the deceased’s immediate family. She said the DPP’s legal advice,…

“God forbid”, “No be my portion”, “Holy Ghost…fire!!!” The above are typical statements many Nigerians, and by logical extension, hundreds of millions of people across Africa and the developing world would say in their various languages to supposedly ward off disastrous outcomes such as medical negligence. Unfortunately, like an apprentice sorcerer who cast a spell on himself instead of evaporating an opposing force, there is no substitute for diligence. So, what characterises medical negligence? Firstly, there must be a duty of care, such as you have in a doctor-patient relationship. Secondly, it has to be established that the duty of…

The Federal Ministry of Works is targeting May 29, 2026, for the inauguration of the 29.5-kilometre Bida–Zungeru–Wushishi road in Niger State, as construction intensifies on major highways ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary in office. The target date was revealed during an ongoing inspection tour of federal road projects across Niger State. Officials conducted on-the-spot assessments to evaluate progress and readiness ahead of commissioning. The Bida–Zungeru–Wushishi road, being built by Gerawa Nigeria Limited, has achieved significant progress, with 16 kilometres of asphalt overlay completed out of the total 29.5 kilometres. Speaking after the tour, the Federal Controller of Works…

It was another action-packed weekend for Nigerian players across Europe and beyond, defined by historic milestones, debut goals and decisive moments, as Victor Osimhen reached his 200th career goal and Joy Omewa made an instant impact in England. OLAMIDE ABE writes SUNDAY Turkey Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray) Osimhen reached a defining milestone on Sunday, becoming a 200-goal forward as Galatasaray eased past Kayserispor in the Turkish Super Lig. The Nigeria striker doubled his side’s advantage in a commanding performance, underlining his standing as one of Africa’s most prolific forwards of his generation. The strike took him to 200 career goals for…

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The deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese (APC, Benue), has rejected claims by Borno South Senator Ali Ndume that the recently enacted tax laws were falsified, describing the allegations as “sheer mischief.” In a statement on Sunday, Mr Agbese said the claims were misleading and capable of sowing unnecessary tension and distrust in the legislature. He emphasised that all due legislative processes were followed and that concerns over the laws have been addressed through established institutional mechanisms. Mr Ndume, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Wednesday, said there were discrepancies in the tax reform…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti following his posthumous recognition by the Recording Academy of America with a Lifetime Achievement Award. In a statement issued by the presidency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu described Fela as “more than a musician” a fearless voice for the people, a philosopher of freedom, and a revolutionary whose music confronted injustice and reshaped global sound. The President noted that Fela’s courage, creativity, and conviction defined a generation and continue to inspire people worldwide. He added that, in Yoruba mythology, Fela has transcended to a higher plane as an…

Ebonyi State Government on Saturday night imposed a daily curfew from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Amasiri communities, Afikpo local government Area of the state, following the killing and beheading of five persons in Okporojo village, Oso Edda, in Edda Local Government Area. The victims were allegedly murdered by suspected warlords from Amasiri communities. Governor Francis Nwifuru announced the measures during a high-level security meeting held at the New Government House, Abakaliki, shortly after an on-the-spot assessment visit to Okporojo village to ascertain the extent of destruction. As part of far-reaching security decisions, the governor ordered the immediate closure…

Bundesliga club VFL Wolfsburg have make a late move for Club Brugge star Raphael Onyedika, DAILY POST reports. Onyedika has constantly been linked with a move to Turkish Super Lig champions, Galatasaray. Wolfsburg have now emerged as the new admirers of the Nigeria international. Club Brugge are keen to keep the 24-year-old until at the least until the end of the season. Onyedika has a contract with the Belgian Pro League side until 2027. Also, a Premier League club reportedly have the midfielder on their shortlist.

South Africa have moved to step in as hosts of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following Morocco’s reported withdrawal from staging the tournament with just 60 days to the scheduled kick-off. The 2026 WAFCON is billed to run from March 17 to April 3, 2026, under a compressed timetable that follows the delayed 2024 edition, which was impacted by global scheduling challenges, including the Paris Olympics. The development was announced on Sunday night by South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Peace Mabe, who revealed that the Rainbow Nation would take over hosting duties after…