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The Safe School Initiative (SSI) Unit of the Police Command in Anambra has launched a manhunt for a teacher over the alleged flogging of a 12-year-old student, which allegedly resulted in his death. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday in Awka. Mr Ikenga said that the incident occurred on 16 July in Adazi-Ani Anaocha Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. “The Anambra Police Command has activated its SSI operations led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in charge of operation, Harrison Oruruo. “The team will,…

The World Cup has a cruel way of separating reputation from reality. It is a stage where a brilliant club season, a glowing pre-tournament profile and a shelf full of medals can suddenly count for very little. At the 2026 edition, three names stood out for the wrong reasons: Bruno Fernandes, the reigning Premier League Player of the Season; Vitinha, the midfield metronome Portugal’s buildup had positioned as part of perhaps the tournament’s most complete engine room; and Jamal Musiala, one of Germany’s headline acts and a player very few have doubts about being Bayern Munich’s best. All three arrived…

The Jigawa State Government has adopted a digital revenue collection platform to automate collections across the informal sector as part of efforts to improve transparency, enhance accountability and curb revenue leakages. The payment platform, developed by eTranzact International Plc, was unveiled during a stakeholders’ engagement and capacity-building programme organised in collaboration with the Jigawa Internal Revenue Service in Dutse on Wednesday, according to a statement issued by the company on Saturday. The platform is designed to digitise revenue collection across livestock markets, grain markets, haulage operations and other informal sector activities by replacing manual processes with an automated electronic payment…

France’s Autorité nationale des jeux (ANJ), or the National Gambling Authority, has ordered internet service providers to block access to Polymarket.Prediction websites are considered illegal gambling, the ANJ said in a Friday press release.The regulator said that Polymarket’s operations are not authorized in France and that advertising unauthorized gambling sites constitutes a criminal offense with fines of up to 100,000 euros ($114,000).Prediction markets allow users to buy and sell contracts tied to the outcomes of future events, from elections and sporting events to economic data and geopolitical developments. Polymarket has surged in popularity over the past two years, with billions…

Tom Brady and Logan Paul’s rivalry turned physical in a heated moment at Fanatics Fest. The former NFL quarterback, 48, slapped the WWE star, 31, across the face during a live appearance at the New York City event on Friday, July 17 , which was seen in a video shared by the official Fanatics X account. After the pair exchanged words, Brady reached over and delivered an open-handed slap, prompting New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns to step in between them. Brady later poked fun at the moment via X, referring to Paul as a “dork” as he posted footage…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday awarded N140 million against the Adolphus Wabara-led Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for filing a frivolous suit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and others. Justice Salim Ibrahim, in a judgment, also dismissed the leadership tussle suit for being “an abuse of court process, unmeritorious and lacking in merit.” Mr Ibrahim, who agreed with the arguments of the defendants that “cost follows event,” held that the fine was in line with Section 83(6)(b) of the Electoral Act, 2026. He also ordered counsel to the plaintiffs, Chris…

SportyTV says it is on course to surpass one billion views across its YouTube channel and social media platforms before the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting the growing role of digital platforms in sports broadcasting across Africa. The broadcaster disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, noting that audience engagement has surged during the ongoing World Cup, where it holds broadcast and streaming rights in several African markets. According to the company, it secured rights to broadcast the tournament across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, allowing viewers in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya to watch 34 matches…

A rivalry between the Nigerian Army and the Air Force under former President Muhammadu Buhari led to troops being denied air cover during operations. This is according to a presidential aide, Daniel Bwala. Bwala made the claim on The Link Up Podcast, a panel discussion hosted by EchoRoom and published on Friday. He said a disagreement between the Chief of Air Staff and Army leadership during the Buhari era meant that requests for air support were sometimes ignored, a situation he said had since been resolved. “I remember during Buhari there was this disagreement that was imported to be between…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Jennifer Garner always seems to know exactly when to zig while everyone else zags. While trend cycles keep pushing barrel legs, extreme cuts and experimental denim, she stepped out in a timeless pair of dark-wash jeans that reminded me why some styles never lose their appeal. During a New York City outing, The Five-Star Weekend actress paired a navy polo sweater with brown pumps, oversized sunglasses and classic dark-wash jeans. The effortless outfit proves that sometimes the most stylish choices…

The Police Command in Akwa Ibom has arrested four suspects over the alleged mob killing of a 21-year-old, Emmanuel Effiong. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Akwa Ibom, Timfon John, confirmed this in a statement in Uyo on Friday. According to her, the suspects murdered the victim and secretly buried his body in a shallow grave. She said the investigation revealed that the deceased was allegedly accused of stealing chickens and eggs on 19 April from a poultry farm located along Mbak 4 Community in Uyo Local Government Area. The police spokesperson said the victim was beaten with sticks…