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Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has criticised the arrest of three individuals over a viral claim involving businessman Tony Elumelu, describing the action as unjustified and unlawful. In a statement shared on his X (Formerly Twitter) page on Monday, Sowore argued that disputes arising from online content should be treated as civil matters rather than criminal offences warranting arrest or detention. “Tony Elumelu, the Chairman of @UBAGROUP, @Heirs_Holdings, and @TonyElumeluFDN is a public figure and a well-known content creator himself; he should respect fellow creators rather than use his influence or connections with the Nigeria Police…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday fixed May 28 for hearing in a suit seeking to compel the Nigeria Police Force to reopen an investigation into the death of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. Justice James Omotosho fixed the date after the applicant informed the court that all the respondents had been served with the processes in the suit. The respondents in the matter are the Inspector-General of Police, the Nigeria Police Force and the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command. The suit was instituted by a non-governmental organisation, the Registered Trustees of Break the…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party will produce Nigeria’s next president in the 2027 general elections. Makinde made the statement while addressing party members and stakeholders during the 103rd National Executive Committee meeting of his-backed PDP faction, held on Monday in Abuja. Speaking from the podium, Makinde emphasised the party’s readiness and potential to reclaim power at the national level. “We should write it down. This gathering will produce House of Assembly members, will produce House of Representatives, will produce Senators, will produce Governors and will produce the next President,” he said. At the…
European football is defined by a handful of dominant clubs whose success spans decades of domestic control, historic eras, and modern financial power. Across Europe’s top five leagues, England, Spain, Italy, Germany, and France, only a small group of teams have consistently accumulated league titles. At the very top of the pyramid sit Real Madrid and Juventus, both with 36 league titles. Real Madrid’s dominance stretches back to the early decades of La Liga, while Juventus built their tally through long periods of Serie A superiority, including a record nine consecutive titles in the modern era. According to Planet Football…
Grammy-nominated singer Davido has apologised to fans after failing to appear at a scheduled performance in Lagos, blaming the development on difficulties in sourcing aviation fuel. The artiste, whose real name is David Adeleke, was billed to headline a performance alongside Zlatan Ibile at a popular club, Secret Place, in Ikate Elegushi on Sunday as part of its fifth anniversary celebration. However, Davido did not show up, prompting reactions from fans who had gathered for the event. In a post shared afterwards on his Instagram story on Monday, the singer explained that logistical challenges linked to fuel shortages disrupted his…
Amazon might have a part in delivering all kinds of stuff to your door soon, as its massive shipping network opens up to other companies outside its marketplace, more directly competing with giants like DHL, UPS, and FedEx. The new Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS) will offer freight, distribution, fulfillment, and parcel shipping to businesses “of all types and sizes,” including Protcor & Gamble, 3M, Lands’ End, and American Eagle Outfitters.With ASCS, Amazon is betting that other companies will pay to use its sprawling fulfillment network — much like they pay to use its web infrastructure, which the ecommerce giant…
Dubai, UAE, May 5, 2026 – ZIGChain, the blockchain built to bring regulated investment products onchain for everyday users, today reflected on its second annual ZIGChain Summit, a defining gathering for the future of onchain finance, held on 28 April at the The Meydan Hotel, Dubai.Organised in partnership with Disrupt and streamed live on Cointelegraph, the summit brought together institutions, builders, regulators, and capital allocators from across the GCC and global markets under one shared conviction: that the shift from exploration to execution in onchain finance has already begun.Nothing compounds aloneThe summit’s central theme, Nothing Compounds Alone, set the tone…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Jessica Alba just reminded Us why flattering wide-leg jeans remain one of fashion’s most powerful wardrobe staples. The right pair can instantly lengthen the legs, smooth the silhouette and create that coveted model-off-duty effect — and her latest look delivered exactly that. Her pair proved that wide-leg denim isn’t just trendy, it’s one of the chicest ways to create long, lean proportions. While strolling through Beverly Hills on April 27, Alba styled light-wash wide-leg jeans with a structured brown blazer,…
The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has admitted key extra-judicial statements made by Henry Omoile, a co-defendant in the joint trial he is facing alongside former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele. In a ruling delivered on Monday by Judge Rahman Oshodi following a trial-within-trial. the court held that statements made by Mr Omoile on 26 February 2024 were voluntary and therefore admissible as evidence. However, Mr Oshodi rejected another set of statements dated 27 February 2024, ruling that they did not comply with the law because they were neither made in the presence of a…
Work that opens provision gates includes: Hard work Smart work Excellent work Enduring work Eternal work Collaborative work Why Many Miss It Some believers cling to prayer while neglecting skill. Others master principles while disregarding spiritual authority. Both positions limit access. Non‑Negotiable Steps to Open Provision Gates Identify divine calling accurately Work strategically and creatively Maintain excellence Build intelligent networks Ensure sustainability Pray daily over finances Seek divine guidance before major investments Pray for favour Sow under the direction of the Holy Spirit (Widow of Zarephath) Act boldly, prayer unlocks gates; action opens them. One of the gates every child…
