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There are indications that suspected terrorists in the North are relocating following the missile attacks carried out by the United States of America on Thursday night. Credible community leaders told Sunday PUNCH that they noticed movements as the hoodlums migrated in small numbers after the Christmas Day attacks. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the US military carried out deadly strikes against Islamic State terrorists in northwestern Nigeria. Confirming the strike, the Federal Government said it gave the US support and that the strikes were carried out on targeted areas being used by the terrorists. However, no casualty was…
Influencer Melissa Mae Carlton allowed members of her inner circle to create a fundraising campaign to cover her medical and funeral bills after her daughter Molly’s death. “I have to also say thank you as I know there are a couple of fundraisers getting passed around for us,” Melissa wrote via her Instagram Stories on Saturday, December 27, referring to husband Tom Carlton and their family. “We were asked last time if we would like one set up, but we said no because [we] did not need the help.” Melissa and Tom’s daughter Abigail died at age 9 in April…
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd), has said that for Nigeria to overcome insecurity in every part of the country, Nigerians must work together as a family to eliminate all evil forces. He explained that there is a need for justice, stressing that it brings progress and development to every community. Speaking at the 2025 At Yap buffet held in his honour, the minister said: “My duty is to secure the territorial integrity of Nigeria. Communities in Kaduna State, North West, have faced a lot of challenges. There is a need to urgently address these issues for…
Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi has revealed why his Tunisian wife married him. Amokachi spoke ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON group stage fixture with Tunisia on Saturday night. The former Everton and Club Brugge player met his wife at the 1994 AFCON, which was hosted by Tunisia and won by Nigeria. “Yes, my wife has a Tunisian passport, but I know she and my little girl will be cheering the green-white-green,” Amokachi told SuperSport. “They like Nigeria, that is why she married me.” Amokachi has previously coached the Super Eagles of Nigeria, serving as assistant coach and later as interim…
President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, joined thousands of Lagos residents and cultural enthusiasts at the grand finale of the 2025 Eyo Festival in Lagos, marking the return of the iconic cultural parade after an eight-year hiatus. According to a statement issued by the Special Advider to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the colourful event, held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, featured the President dressed in the traditional white robe, damask sash and distinctive hat associated with Eyo masqueraders. The President also carried the customary opambata staff during the procession after it was presented to him in his…
Arsenal have reclaimed the top spot in the English Premier League after securing a 2‑1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. The Gunners moved back above Manchester City in the title race with the narrow win after Match Day 18. Martin Ødegaard opened the scoring for Arsenal with a strike from the edge of the box before a Georginio Rutter own goal early in the second half doubled the home side’s advantage. Brighton pulled a goal back through Diego Gomez, but Arsenal held on to take all three points and return to the summit of…
For years, Samsung has made products that try to camouflage what they are by displaying works of art. The Frame TV is the most famous example, but the company also released the Music Frame, a speaker disguised as a picture frame, at last year’s CES. Now, instead of hiding a speaker with a piece of art, Samsung worked with designer Erwan Bouroullec to make a speaker into a piece of art.According to Samsung, the Music Studio line of speakers, debuting at CES 2026, draw inspiration from the “timeless dot concept” found throughout music and art. As a musician, the Music…
Ashley Biden is looking back on 2025 and taking stock of all she has overcome, including her split from her husband of 13 years, Howard Krein. “2025…broke my heart, fixed my vision, and restored me to the best version of myself. I am more grateful than I have ever been,” former President Joe Biden’s daughter, 44, wrote via Instagram on Friday, December 26. “More present. More aligned with my truest self and values and so hopeful for what lies ahead.” She continued, “My family, friends, and faith have carried me through the darkest days/nights…and now the future feels so bright…
Nollywood actress and film producer Allwell Ademola is dead. The actress died on Saturday in Lagos. She was 43. Her colleagues Faithia Williams, Mide Martins and Bidemi Kosoko confirmed her death and shared glowing tributes on their social media pages on Saturday. Ms Ademola, popular for her role as ‘Mama Kate’ in the 2018 film ‘Ile Wa’, reportedly suffered a heart attack at her Lagos residence on Saturday. The deceased was later rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Nollywood actresses Faithia Williams, Mide Martins and Bidemi Kosoko confirmed her deaths in Instagram tributes on Saturday. Ms Ademola…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has restated his support for President Bola Tinubu, saying he and his allies backed him openly when it was risky to do so and will continue to stand by him now that the situation is easier. Wike recalled that during the 2023 presidential election, supporting Tinubu in Rivers State was not popular or safe for many politicians. Despite that, he said his camp took a clear position and stood firm. “We supported him when it was difficult, and we will keep supporting him now that it is easy,” Wike said. The…
