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As the race for the 2027 presidency heats up, activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has alleged that the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, new entrant, Peter Obi is working for President Bola Tinubu. Adeyanju made the remark while accusing opposition leaders in Nigeria as the most useless and irresponsible in Africa. Posting on X, Adeyanju lamented that it’s a shame for Nigeria to have a divided opposition despite the events that happened in the country in the last three years. He wrote: “Peter Obi is working for Tinubu. The opposition leaders in Nigeria are the most useless in Africa. They are too…

The Taraba State Command of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has arrested a 40-year-old man for alleged possession of a locally made firearm and involvement in illegal checkpoint activities in Kurmi Local Government Council of the state. The suspect, identified as Jonathan Wunuji, was apprehended on May 2 in Visaula town following what officials described as credible intelligence. He was later paraded at the NSCDC state headquarters in Jalingo. Speaking on Monday on behalf of the State Commandant, Anthony Bala Bitrus, the command’s spokesperson, Iliya Samaila, said the suspect was found in possession of an unlicensed locally…

The Opta SuperComputer has said Arsenal now have a 86.53% chance of winning the Premier League title this season. This follows Manchester City’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Everton on Monday. Pep Guardiola’s men were only able to snatch a point at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, thanks to Jeremy Doku’s late effort. The result means they are five points behind Arsenal, but with a game in hand. Opta has said City have a 13.47% chance of overhauling Mikel Arteta’s men in the run-in. City host Brentford at the Etihad on Saturday, 24 hours before Arsenal travel to West Ham.

The Nigerian passport climbed six places on the Henley Passport Index since President Bola Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, rising from a global rank of 95 in January 2024 to 89 in the latest April 2026 edition. However, the actual number of countries Nigerian passport holders can visit without a visa has fallen by two destinations. This is as Ethiopia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Somalia, Mauritania and São Tomé and Príncipe, among others, have moved Nigeria to the “visa required” category in recent years. According to the April 2026 edition of the Henley Passport Index, Nigeria’s visa-free destinations stand at…

Operatives of the Edo State Security Corps have arrested a 45-year-old ex-convict, Owen Osas, for alleged armed robbery and unlawful possession of firearms. Osas was reportedly apprehended on May 3 during a covert operation along Fishpond Road in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State. The suspect was said to have been found in possession of a cut-to-size single-barrel gun at the time of his arrest. According to security sources, Osas confessed to the crime and also admitted being a member of the Eiye Confraternity. The arrest comes barely a year after his release from prison, where he had…

Most people are taught that communication is a skill: Learn grammar, build your vocabulary, and practise speaking and writing. After a period, you will become better. That is the common belief. But after more than two decades of working across advertising, journalism, public relations, corporate communication, and leadership, another reality has dawned on me. And that is that identity plays a strong role in how people communicate much more than skill does. This identity is not straightforward. It is shaped over many years, most times without any conscious effort. It comes from your upbringing, culture, family, education, and experiences. This…

Rena Wakama has been inducted into the Hall of Fame of Wake Forest High School as part of its Class of 2026, in recognition of her achievements as a player and coach on the global stage, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The D’Tigress head coach was listed among five honourees celebrated at the school’s induction banquet. The Class of 2026 also includes Graham Bunn, Ron Daniel, Andre Smith, and Earl Smith. Reacting to the recognition on Tuesday, Wakama attributed the milestone to collective support and divine guidance, noting that the honour reflected a shared journey rather than an individual accomplishment. “All…

Key takeaways:While Bitcoin onchain activity and derivatives show a lack of participation from traders, record spot ETF inflows point to strong institutional demand.The absence of leveraged longs may actually fuel further upside as sellers are forced to buy back if Bitcoin edges higher.Bitcoin (BTC) gained 7% over the past week, breaking above $81,000 for the first time in over three months. Despite the strong price performance, data suggest that Bitcoin derivatives lack optimism from investors and this raises questions on the rally’s sustainability. Bitcoin derivatives fail to mirror investors’ joy over $81,000Macroeconomic and several onchain metrics point to softening demand.Bitcoin 2-month…

Former FedEx driver Tanner Horner pleaded guilty on April 7, 2026, to capital murder and aggravated kidnapping in the November 2022 death of 7-year-old Athena Strand, just as his criminal trial was set to begin in Texas. Jurors were then tasked to decide if the 34-year-old should be sentenced to death or life in prison — and the evidence presented during the penalty phase has been harrowing. Here’s what is known about the crime, the trial and the disturbing details that have emerged from the courtroom before the jury ultimately sentenced him to death. How Tanner Horner Killed Athena Strand…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the resumption of the final phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. A statement by INEC spokesperson, Mohammed Haruna, said the exercise begins on Monday, 11 May and ends Friday, 10 July. “During this period, eligible citizens who have attained the age of 18, as well as those who were unable to register during the earlier phases, should seize this opportunity to do so,” the statement read in part. The commission said it will from Thursday 23 to Wednesday, 29 July display the voters register for claims and objections. “This statutory…