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Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested five suspected kidnappers in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State. In a statement on its official Facebook page on Friday, the Nigerian Army said the suspects were members of a kidnapping syndicate responsible for terrorising innocent civilians in the area. The statement reads: “Troops of Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI have continued to dominate the battlefield with massive operational gains in the ongoing fight against terrorism and criminality in the North-East region, with the arrest of suspected kidnappers and the recovery of arms and ammunition in Magumeri Local Government…
A healthy man is an asset to his marriage, a blessing to his family and a pillar of support in his community. The month of June is set aside for men and the positive role they play within their families and society. However, many of them still carry emotional pain that is rarely discussed or acknowledged. Behind the responsibilities of providing, leading and supporting their families, many men also struggle with feelings of stress, disappointment, failure, rejection, loneliness and unmet expectations. A strong and lasting marriage is not defined by the absence of challenges or emotional distress, but by the…
The Federal Government may begin paying salaries, pensions and social welfare benefits through the eNaira under a new Central Bank of Nigeria roadmap aimed at transforming the country’s digital currency into a major payment channel. The proposal is contained in the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028, released by the CBN, which outlines plans to expand the use of the eNaira and move it from a pilot project to a core payment rail for government and private-sector transactions. The eNaira, launched in October 2021 as Africa’s first central bank digital currency, was introduced to deepen financial inclusion, reduce the cost of…
The Super Eagles, once undisputedly Africa’s most valuable national team, have slipped to seventh place in the latest Transfermarkt market value rankings, as Morocco, Ivory Coast and Senegal surge clear of the pack ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Saturday PUNCH reports. With Nigeria’s current squad valued at €172.05m — a figure dragged down by injuries, inconsistent form and the inclusion of several lower-valued players from domestic and emerging leagues. Victor Osimhen remains the face of the squad and one of the continent’s biggest stars, but significant value drops elsewhere have taken their toll, while Ademola Lookman and Terem…
Benjamin Omosivie, popularly known as Benriffs, has emerged winner of the 2025 edition of the Kiekie Unscripted Experience ‘The Big Stage’, carting home a brand-new Mikano Changan CS15 Sports Utility Vehicle after months of intense competition. The grand finale, held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, brought to an end a contest that began with over 500 contestants drawn from different creative disciplines, including music, comedy, acting, dance, poetry and culinary arts. Benriffs, whose performances consistently impressed both judges and viewers throughout the competition, was announced winner by the show’s creator and host, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie. The announcement…
New research from Galaxy Digital suggests that Bitcoin’s cycle low could form at higher price levels than previous bear markets due to the absence of speculation. The analysis places the potential bottom between $62,000 and the network’s realized price at $53,600.Galaxy head of research Alex Thorn analyzed every Bitcoin cycle top and bottom and noted that the four-year cycle continues to track closely with BTC’s historical timing. The peak-to-trough declines have steadily narrowed across market cycles, falling from 85% and 84% in earlier periods to 77% in 2022 and 51% in 2026. Bitcoin’s four-year cycle peak-trough analysis. Source: Galaxy Research/XThorn argued…
Spencer Pratt may be out of the running for mayor of Los Angeles but he’s not done fighting those in power who he claims are “corrupt.” “Now that the campaign portion of my mission of ‘Save Los Angeles’ is coming to a close and I’m moving on to the next more interesting phase,” Pratt, 42, began his Friday, June 12, social media video message titled, “Save LA — Phase III.” As gospel music played in the background, Pratt admitted, “I’ve spent a lot of time slaying everybody. I’ve ridiculed everyone on the roster.” Pratt appeared to be queuing up for…
When students began collapsing in classrooms and parents received distress calls from schools, fear spread rapidly across Ijebu-Ode in Ogun State. With children rushed to hospitals and classes disrupted by a mysterious odour later linked to methane emissions, residents are demanding answers, DANIEL AYANTOYE writes On June 3, 2026, Mrs Bukky Salami received a distressing message that her daughter, Motunrayo, an SS1 student of Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, Ijebu-Ode, had been rushed to the hospital after inhaling a strange odour that had once again invaded the school environment. Just weeks earlier, on May 15, the same mysterious smell…
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested two wanted armed robbery suspects who have been on the command’s wanted list since last year. In a statement issued on Friday, the spokesman for the command, SP Suleiman Nguroje, stated that the notorious robbery suspects were arrested by Operation Sanity Mubi in Adamawa State. “The suspects, Abdulhamid Salihu, alias Baban Anty, and Bello Yahaya, alias Baban Yambiyu, were arrested following a robbery incident that occurred in the early hours of June 10, 2026, at Unguwar Kara, Mubi.” “The suspects, alongside two accomplices currently at large, allegedly attacked one Mustapha Ali, inflicted injuries…
In recent years, social media has become filled with videos promoting “natural healing” remedies. Garlic, ginger, turmeric, lemon, cloves and herbal mixtures are often presented as miracle solutions capable of curing everything from inflammation to chronic diseases. Short videos promise rapid detoxification, instant healing and dramatic health transformations through simple kitchen ingredients. While some of these foods contain beneficial compounds supported by scientific research, the conversation online is often exaggerated. Natural foods can support health, but they are not magical cures. The challenge lies in separating evidence-based information from overstated claims. This is particularly important for people living with Sickle…
