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The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun I Area Command, has intercepted 6,035 parcels of cannabis, 2,339 bags of foreign parboiled rice and other prohibited items with a combined duty-paid value of N3.57bn. The Acting Customs Area Controller of the command, Oladapo Afeni, disclosed this on Thursday while parading the seized items at the command’s headquarters in Idiroko, Ogun State. Afeni said the seizures were recorded between June 24 and August 13, 2026, as part of the command’s intensified crackdown on smuggling and other cross-border crimes. He said, “The seized items included 6,035 parcels of Ghana Loud/Indica, 2,339 bags of foreign parboiled…
Australian golfer Jessica Bang has died after suffering a brain hemorrhage while in Thailand for a qualifying tournament. She was 18. The WPGA Tour of Australasia confirmed Bang’s death in a statement via News.com.au on Thursday, August 13, with the organization offering its condolences to her family, friends and loved ones. “The thoughts and prayers of everyone at the WPGA Tour of Australasia and the broader Australian golf community are with Jessica’s family, friends and all those who knew and loved her at this incredibly difficult time,” the statement read. Bang, who was considered one of Australia’s promising young golfing…
The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) has deployed observers, fact-checkers and analysts across all 30 Local Government Areas of Osun State ahead of the governorship election scheduled for Saturday, 15 August 2026. The deployment will be supported by an additional 40 election, data, conflict, fact-checking and digital information experts operating from CJID’s Election Analysis Centre. Together, the field and analysis teams will monitor developments from the opening of polling units through voting, counting, collation and the immediate post-election period. The deployment comes after weeks of monitoring the pre-election environment in Osun. CJID’s work has identified several issues requiring…
The Super Falcons’ hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup have come to a painful end after Nigeria suffered a 2-1 defeat to South Africa in the CAF play-off in Morocco. The high-stakes encounter brought together the two quarter-final losers at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with Nigeria having lost 1-0 to Cameroon and South Africa suffering a 2-1 defeat to hosts Morocco. The winner was guaranteed a place in the intercontinental World Cup play-off route, making the clash a second chance for both nations after disappointing quarter-final exits. South Africa, however, seized the opportunity,…
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has defended the use of public funds to facilitate marriages in states operating under Shariah law, describing such intervention as a legitimate component of responsible governance. Gumi, in a statement shared on Facebook on Thursday, argued that in a society where prostitution, fornication, adultery and promiscuity are prohibited by both religious and state laws, governments have a responsibility to support people who are in need of marriage. “In a Shariah law-driven state, where prostitution, fornication, adultery, and promiscuity are prohibited by both divine and state laws, using public funds to facilitate the marriage of women…
Perez Hilton’s sister, Barbara Lavandeira, offered an update on the blogger’s condition following his hospitalization, in addition to sharing how his children are faring in their grandmother’s care. “[Perez] remains hospitalized and continues to receive medical treatment for his injuries. His physical and mental recovery is going to take a lot of time, but we remain hopeful,” Lavandeira told Page Six in an interview published on Wednesday, August 13. “He has no access to a cell phone, social media or the internet. Everyone’s focus is on helping him recover physically and making sure he receives the mental and emotional care…
Nigeria’s fastest man Kanyinsola Ajayi has officially turned professional after announcing a new partnership with sportswear giant Adidas. Ajayi made the announcement on his X page on Thursday, describing the move as the beginning of a new chapter in his athletics career. “New Era” I am grateful to God to finally announce that I am officially embarking on the next chapter of my journey—continuing my professional track and field career with adidas. “7 men can’t hold me down” The announcement comes less than two weeks after Ajayi delivered one of the biggest performances of his young career at the 2026…
Nigerian comedian and content creator, Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, and stakeholders in Delta State have resolved their disagreement over her proposed comedy event in Effurun, with all parties agreeing to work together towards the successful hosting of the show. The parties announced the resolution in a joint statement shared on Facebook on Thursday and signed by Real Warri Pikin, representatives of the Wado City Advocacy Group, Collins Eselemo, Chief Godfrey Ishegbe and a representative of the Delta State Government. The reconciliation followed days of controversy over the proposed event, which was initially advertised as a Real…
The Challenge family is honoring former contestant Tyler Duckworth after his death was confirmed by his family. “My son, Tyler, passed away earlier this week. Cause of death has yet to be determined,” Joni Duckworth wrote via Facebook on Thursday, August 13. “I will post on Facebook about services as soon as his dad and I figure it out.” Tyler’s death comes nearly two weeks after he appeared at The Challenge Mania event in Minneapolis. In his final social media post before his death, the 44-year-old reality star expressed how excited he was to interact with fans and meet with…
NAHCON urged all stakeholders to cooperate with the designated carriers to ensure a safe, seamless, and comfortable airlift operation for Nigerian pilgrims. The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has approved five airlines to airlift Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2027 Hajj exercise. The Commission, in a statement on Thursday, said the approval followed a rigorous screening and evaluation by its Aviation Screening Committee. The assessment, it said, focused on regulatory safety, operational capacity, and financial requirements. The five approved carriers are Air Peace Limited, Flynas, Max Air Limited, Saudi Air, and UMZA Aviation Services Limited. NAHCON said…
