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The Arewa Consultative Forum and the Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday traded words over the alleged sealing of the forum’s Kaduna headquarters ahead of its National Executive Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026. While the ACF accused the police of illegally shutting down its secretariat, the Kaduna State Police Command denied the claim, insisting that its operatives were only deployed to prevent a breakdown of law and order following intelligence about a possible clash between rival factions within the organisation. In a statement issued in Kaduna by its National Publicity Secretary, Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the forum described the…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has rejected the judgment of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja ordering it to pay N100m damages to two officials of the Department of State Services over alleged defamation. Justice Yusuf Halilu on Tuesday awarded N100m damages against SERAP in the N5.5bn suit filed by DSS officials, Sarah John and Gabriel Ogundele. The court also ordered the organisation to issue public apologies, pay N1m litigation costs and 10 per cent annual post-judgment interest until the damages are fully paid. Reacting via its official X handle, @SERAPNigeria, the group described the judgment as…
The Delta State chapter of the City Boy Movement has pledged to deliver 2.7 million votes to the All Progressives Congress in the forthcoming elections, as part of a broader nationwide target of 10 million votes in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Tuesday, the group stated that it made the pledge during the inauguration of its State Executive and the unveiling of its secretariat at the Dome Events Centre in Asaba, Delta State. In its formal commitment, the movement stated,”The Delta State chapter of the City Boy Movement has pledged…
The next update to Apple’s operating systems could allow users to choose their preferred AI model for running Apple Intelligence. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to allow third-party chatbots to power its AI features system-wide in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, all expected for this fall. In addition to running Siri, compatible third-party AI models, called “Extensions,” will also now be able to run other Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools and Image Playground.According to Gurman, Apple will also allow users to choose different Siri voices for different AI models — Siri responses from one…
The Tennessee Bankers Association (TBA), a trade group representing the state’s commercial banks, has selected Stablecore as a preferred technology provider for digital asset services, highlighting growing interest among regional lenders in crypto infrastructure.In a Tuesday announcement, the TBA said Stablecore will provide infrastructure that enables community and regional banks to offer products such as stablecoins, tokenized deposits and digital asset-backed lending through their existing systems.The endorsement gives Stablecore exposure to the association’s roughly 175 member institutions, potentially accelerating adoption among smaller banks that lack in-house digital asset capabilities.The partnership reflects a broader trend among traditional financial institutions of seeking…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! This past weekend, I took the liberty of sorting through my very packed closet. I parted ways with worn-out pieces, dated designs and — most importantly — anything that didn’t feel comfortable. Because gone are the days when you have to sacrifice relaxed silhouettes in the name of style. Warm-weather dresses are no exception — especially when the heat further underscores pinching, pulling and chafing. That’s why I turn to retailers like Nordstrom, Amazon and Old Navy for stretchy styles…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja, on Tuesday, admitted a previous judgement as evidence in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, over an alleged N110.4 billion fraud. According to a statement released by the Economic Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), the trial judge, Maryanne Anineh, admitted the certified true copy of the judgement alongside a payment receipt after the defence raised no objection. Mr Bello is being prosecuted by the EFCC alongside Umar Shuaibu Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu on a 16 counts of criminal breach of trust and money laundering. Witness’ testimony Earlier…
A multi-partner initiative aimed at strengthening cancer care in Nigeria’s capital has formally entered its implementation phase, with the launch of nine projects targeting longstanding gaps in diagnosis, treatment and coordination of services. The projects, developed under the City Cancer Challenge (C/Can) programme, are the outcome of a process that has stretched over two years, involving government agencies, hospitals, civil society organisations and development partners. Stakeholders say the focus now shifts to whether those plans can translate into measurable improvements for patients. Speaking at the ceremony, the Mandate Secretary, FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Adedolapo Fasawe, said the launch…
Eighteen months after Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, flagged off the construction of a flyover bridge at Ramat Park, Ikpoba Hill, Benin City, the Coalition of Registered Political Parties, CRPP, has accused the governor of awarding contracts in violation of procurement laws. DAILY POST reports that the construction of the flyover, which was flagged off on November 19, 2024, was awarded to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation, CCECC, Nigeria Limited with an initial completion period of 18 months. The governor, on October 15, 2025, also flagged off the construction of a second flyover bridge at Adesuwa Junction, Sapele Road, Benin…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State to respect local government zoning arrangements and embrace consensus-building as the party prepares for forthcoming elections. The governor made the appeal during a strategic meeting in Abeokuta with House of Representatives and House of Assembly aspirants, alongside party leaders from the state’s 20 local government areas. Addressing the gathering, Abiodun stressed that while many party members are qualified to contest, only one candidate can emerge for each position. He urged aspirants to prioritise party unity through dialogue and compromise rather than…
