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Ashley Tisdale’s Life Now Includes Motherhood, New Career and More

Ashley Tisdale French was once the queen of Disney Channel, making audiences laugh across The Suite Life of Zack and Cody and the High School Musical franchise. In the years since her tenure at the Mouse House ended, Tisdale French has reframed her career while balancing motherhood. Tisdale French married her husband, Christopher French, in 2014, nearly seven years before they welcomed daughter Jupiter. The pair’s second daughter, Emerson, completed their family in 2024. “[With] your first [baby], you really have no idea what it’s going to entail and what that looks like and how to do things,” Tisdale French…

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Malami alleges plot by DSS to re-arrest him in Kuje prison

Former Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami has alleged plot by the Department of State Services, DSS to re-arrest him from the Kuje prison. DAILY POST had earlier reported that the Federal High Court on Wednesday granted Malami, his wife and his son bail in the sum of N500 million each with two sureties. But in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Mohammed Bello Doka, the former Minister alleged that DSS is currently carrying out surveillance at the correctional center to get him re-arrested. The statement reads, “We are now credibly informed…

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Crisis hits Zamfara APC as Jaji accuses Yari, Matawalle of exclusion

The All Progressives Congress, APC, membership e-registration exercise in Zamfara State has sparked controversy, following allegations of disenfranchisement by a prominent party stakeholder, Aminu Sani Jaji. Jaji, who is the chairman of the Jajiyya Political Movement, accused former Zamfara State governor, Abdulaziz Yari, and the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, of hijacking the registration process. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, Jaji alleged that Yari and Matawalle, in collaboration with the APC National Organising Secretary, deliberately excluded his political faction and the state Organising Secretary of the party, Bashir Ahmad Gusau, from participating in the exercise. According…

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Two arrested for attempted drug smuggling to inmates in Kano court

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in Kano State has arrested two young men for allegedly attempting to pass illicit drugs to inmates at the Nomansland Court Complex in Kano. The suspects were identified as Usman Khalid, 25, and Bello Musa Ahmed, 24. Both young men, residents of the Tsamiya (Brigade) area of Kano State, were reportedly caught while trying to pass Indian hemp and other illegal substances to inmates. The arrest was confirmed in a statement issued by the Kano State Command Public Relations Officer of the NCoS, CSC Musbahu Lawan K-Nassarawa. According to the statement, officers attached to the…

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NPFL: Meyiwa leaves Niger Tornadoes after six months

Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes have parted ways with midfielder Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi. Meyiwa leaves the Ikon Allah Boys barely six months after joining from Bendel Insurance. He managed only two appearances Majin Mohammed’s side during his time at the club. Meyiwa expressed gratitude to the club after his departure. “Meyiwa Oritseweyinmi thanked Niger Tornadoes for the warm welcome, love, and support received from the fans, teammates, and club officials, describing the club as special,” Meyiwa stated in his farewell message to Niger Tornadoes. Meyiwa is expected to secure a move elsewhere for more playing time before the…

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Oil prices fall as Trump eyes Venezuela’s bn crude

Oil prices fell on Wednesday amid expectations of a surge in supply after United States President Donald Trump said Venezuela would hand over up to 50 million barrels of crude to the US. According to oilprice.com, Venezuela and the United States reached a deal under which authorities in the South American country would agree to export the oil valued at $2bn to the US. Brent crude dropped below $60 per barrel on Wednesday evening after Trump said “interim authorities” in Venezuela would be providing 30 million to 50 million barrels of “high quality” oil to the US at market price,…

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Five farmers killed in fresh Benue attack

Suspected armed herders have killed five farmers in Udeku Maav-Ya community, Mbakyol Council Ward, Turan District of Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. Local sources said the attack occurred at about 4 p.m. on Tuesday while residents were harvesting yams and bambara nuts on their farmlands. A resident of the community, who identified himself simply as Terna, said the assault disrupted farming activities and threw the area into panic. When contacted, the Chairman of Kwande Local Government Area, Tersua Yarkwan, confirmed the killing of the five farmers, noting that the attackers did not immediately withdraw after the assault, thereby…

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Makinde’s Ally Leads PDP Members to APC in Oyo State

A former Senate Chief Whip, Ayoola Agboola, on Wednesday led hundreds of members of the Peoples Democratic Party, Social Democratic Party, and African Democratic Congress to the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State. The defectors officially joined the party during an APC rally held in the Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Iwajowa/Kajola Federal Constituency in Iseyin, Iseyin Local Government Area. The PUNCH reports that Agboola, who was a close ally of Governor Seyi Makinde before leaving the PDP in October 2025, once served as Chairman of the Advisory Council to the sitting governor. Addressing the gathering on behalf of the defectors, Agboola said, “Our (members…

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Edgebase marks 20th anniversary

Nigerian technology firm Edgebase Technologies is celebrating 20 years of innovation, local impact and community building, marking two decades of contributions to Nigeria’s and West Africa’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. Founded in 2005 as a small start-up focused on hardware supply, Edgebase has grown into a trusted partner for IT enterprise infrastructure, engineering services, cybersecurity and emerging technology solutions. Over the years, the company has expanded into full-stack infrastructure and developed long-term partnerships with leading global Original Equipment Manufacturers, cementing its reputation as a reliable provider of enterprise-grade technology solutions. Speaking on the milestone, Chief Executive Officer of Edgebase Technologies,…

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Fulham beat Chelsea 2-1 as 10-man Blues stumble

Fulham claimed a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Craven Cottage, leaving the Blues to ponder their struggles as new head coach Liam Rosenior observed from the stands. Chelsea were reduced to 10 men in the 22nd minute when Marc Cucurella was shown a red card for a professional foul on Harry Wilson. The early dismissal put caretaker manager Calum McFarlane’s side on the back foot for the remainder of the match. The first goal came from Fulham’s Raul Jimenez, who rose to head home in the 55th minute. Chelsea responded almost immediately, with Liam Delap equalising from close range after…

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