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The duo of Kayinsola Ajayi and Samuel Ogazi made history at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Oregon, where both won national titles and set new records in one of the most impressive performances by Nigerians in recent years. While Ajayi stormed to victory in the men’s 100 metres, Ogazi successfully defended his NCAA 400m title in spectacular fashion, producing one of the fastest quarter-mile performances in world history. The pair headlined a remarkable Nigerian showing that also saw Israel Okon win silver in the men’s 200m and Vincent Ugwoke claim bronze in the discus throw. Ogazi enters history books The…

Elon Musk, newly crowned the world’s first trillionaire, faced renewed criticism Friday over anti-immigrant riots in Belfast after researchers said violent narratives he amplified on his platform X amassed millions of views. Clashes broke out in the Northern Irish capital after a brutal knife attack on Monday, with police charging a Sudanese national named Hadi Alodid with attempted murder. Musk amplified calls for protest across Britain from anti-immigration activist Tommy Robinson and wrote to his 240 million followers on X: “Only by protesting REPEATEDLY and LOUDLY will there be any change.” He also boosted anti-immigration posts and messages from Rupert…

Four suspected armed robbers cum cultists have been arrested with a locally made pistol at their hideout in the Soka area of Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State by the state Police Command. The State Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement released in Ibadan, the state capital, on Friday. Ayanlade said the arrest was made possible through credible intelligence reports on the activities of the suspected criminals in the area. The PPRO said, “On Friday, June 10, 2026, at approximately 6am, operatives of the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit, acting on credible intelligence, received…

Brazil captain Marquinhos arrives at the 2026 FIFA World Cup carrying the weight of experience, regret and ambition, insisting this campaign may be his final opportunity to achieve football’s ultimate prize. The 32-year-old centre-back, fresh from back-to-back UEFA Champions League triumphs with Paris Saint-Germain, has urged Brazil to turn elite pedigree into World Cup success as they target a record-extending sixth title in North America. The PSG captain disclosed this in an interview shared on FIFA website on Friday. It was titled, “Marquinhos vows to battle pressure in pursuit of World Cup prize with Brazil.” The Seleção head into the…

Gene Shalit, a popular longtime Today movie critic, has died. He was 100. Shalit’s family confirmed the news to NBC News on Friday, June 12, sharing that he “passed away peacefully today after 100 years of an amazing life.” The family also reflected on his decades-long television career, describing his time on Today “an extraordinary era for him.” A fixture on morning television for nearly four decades, Shalit became one of America’s most recognizable film critics during his tenure on the NBC program. He became famous for his trademark bushy mustache, colorful wordplay and quirky on-air personality before retiring in…

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by a former deputy director of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Yisa Usman, challenging his dismissal from service and the disciplinary process that led to his removal. Delivering judgment on 2 June, Justice Osatohanmwen Obaseki-Osaghae held that Mr Usman failed to prove his case and upheld JAMB’s decision to dismiss him for misconduct. The court also ordered him to pay N250,000. The judge ruled that the claimant did not provide sufficient evidence to support his allegations, stressing that he could not rely on perceived weaknesses in the…

VMO Aero, an aircraft acquisition and management company, has provided its first detailed account of the aircraft incident that led to a recent grounding of one of its jets by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). It made the clarification in a statement on Friday, noting that the aircraft left Lagos for Asaba on Wednesday, 10 June, but encountered difficulties while approaching the airport. “The aircraft departed Lagos, and during its initial approach into Asaba Airport, the flight crew determined that the approach was unstable, leading to a discontinued approach,” said Oluwaseun Ayodeji, VMO Aero’s accountable manager. He disclosed that…

When Professor Charles Chukwuma Soludo assumed office as governor of Anambra State in 2022, he arrived in Awka bearing an intimidating resume and a trailer-load of goodwill. Many Nigerians, especially those of us from the South-East, fervently rooted for his success. Few public officials in Nigeria have entered elective office with credentials as formidable or expectations as lofty. Armed with a First Class degree in Economics, a doctorate in Econometrics and Monetary Economics, postdoctoral research experience, and fellowships at some of the world’s most respected institutions, including the Brookings Institution, Cambridge, Oxford, Warwick, the International Monetary Fund, and the United…

England’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered an unexpected setback after training equipment destined for the team’s base in Kansas City was reportedly stolen before the squad’s arrival. According to several reports including the BBC, vehicles transporting equipment to England’s training camp at Swope Soccer Village were broken into on Friday night, prompting an investigation involving local law enforcement and the Football Association (FA). While authorities are still working to determine the full extent of the theft, training balls and football boots are among the items feared to have been taken. England manager Thomas Tuchel and his…

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino refused to single out any individual player for praise following the co-hosts’ dream World Cup opening win, insisting the 4-1 victory on Friday over Paraguay was a collective effort. The US demolished Paraguay on an electric night in Los Angeles, with Folarin Balogun bagging a brace and Gio Reyna scoring a late stunner, plus an early own goal. “It’s not only to talk about some names, it’s about the collective,” said Pochettino. US Argentine head coach Mauricio Pochettino gestures after winning the 2026 World Cup Group D football match between USA and Paraguay at the…