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South Korean prosecutors charged a group in an alleged rug pull involving the Solana-based memecoin Catpie, or CATFI, in what local media described as the country’s first decentralized exchange (DEX) rug-pull prosecution.The group was reportedly apprehended by the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors’ Office’s Virtual Asset Crime Joint Investigation Division. The main suspect, surnamed Park, allegedly posed as “Eth Father” on social media platforms and falsely promoted CATFI as an independent third-party before executing a rug pull that caused about 900 million won ($599,000) in financial damage to at least 256 investors, local news outlet Digital Asset Works said Wednesday.Prosecutors allege…

Several Marshals stars are breaking their silence after sparking speculation that they could be leaving the Yellowstone spinoff. During the Sunday, May 24, episode of the hit CBS series, Andrea (Ash Santos) was offered a job that would take her from Montana to Washington D.C. Meanwhile, Belle (Arielle Kebbel) and Cal (Logan Marshall-Green) were on a mission when they got ambushed — with Tom Weaver (Chris Mulkey) involved in the potentially deadly situation. It wasn’t clear whether Belle and Cal were killed off-screen despite the show being renewed for season 2. Marshall-Green, 49, and Kebbel, however, confirmed to The Hollywood…

Dear Governors and Party Chairmen, You hold the keys to 2027. As party primaries unfold across the political landscape, the decisions you make now will define not only electoral outcomes but the direction of Nigeria’s democratic maturity. While the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commenced its early primaries under the guidance of its governors, other parties including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party, Social Democratic Party (SDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) , All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Action Democratic Party (ADP), Young Progressives Party (YPP), Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Zenith…

Former England footballer of Nigerian descent, John Fashanu, has refuted reports that he is not in good health and of sound mind. Recently, the football legend’s daughter, Amal, granted an interview to the British tabloid Daily Mail, in which she said she had reconciled with her father days before her wedding to Ghanaian billionaire Mohamad Odaymat. Amal revealed that the striker, “has been laid low by a mystery condition which she believes may be connected to him heading thousands of balls during his 17 years at the top of the professional game – as other former pro footballers have suffered.”…

The management of the University of Ilesa has warned prospective candidates against engaging individuals or groups claiming to facilitate admission into the institution through unofficial means. In a notice issued by the university management on Wednesday, authorities stressed that the institution does not authorise or recognise POST-UTME or admission agents for candidate registration or admission processing. The university stated that all admission procedures must be carried out strictly through its official registration platform to avoid falling victim to fraudsters and impostors. “The University of Ilesa strongly cautions prospective candidates against patronising POST-UTME or admission agents,” the statement read. It added that…

After 72 hours of commencement of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) primary elections in Jigawa State, the party is yet to officially announce the results of its governorship and other elective positions. The delay has been linked to the keenly contested governorship primary between Hon. Adamu Jumbo and Senator Sabo Nakudu, a contest party sources described as highly competitive and difficult to conclude. The primaries, which began on Monday, May 25, 2026, covered elections into the State House of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate, governorship, and presidential positions. However, as of Wednesday, May 27, no official winner had been declared by the…

Zamfara State Police Command has neutralised two suspected bandits and recovered explosive devices during separate security operations in Bungudu Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Yazoo Abubakar, said armed hoodlums invaded the Funture area of Rugar Buda Village via Nahuce District in Bungudu Emirate around 12:30 a.m., firing sporadically in an attempt to cause panic among residents. He said operatives, alongside other security personnel stationed in Nahuce, swiftly mobilised to the scene and engaged the attackers in a gun duel. According to him, two bandits were killed during the encounter,…

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has sent a clear message to Nigerian home-based players following his side’s Unity Cup semi-final 2-0 win against the Warriors of Zimbabwe on Tuesday night. Recall that Chelle watched as a brace from Femi Azeez ensured Nigeria defeated Zimbabwe at The Valley in London. The Malian had included some home-based players from the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, in his squad for the Unity Cup. The home-based players include Michael Atata, Aderemi Adeoye, Tosin Oyedokun, Chibueze Oputa, Obinna Igbokwe, and Elias Ochobi. Speaking at his post-match interview after the match, Chelle stated that he needs some…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to continue praying for peace, unity and mutual understanding as the country gradually enters another political season. Shettima made the call shortly after observing the Eid-el-Kabir prayers at the Ramat Square Eid Ground in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Wednesday. “Our message to Nigerians is to continue praying for peace and for mutual understanding amongst all Nigerians. “And as we enter the political phase, there is a need for maturity, forbearance, and generosity of spirit in our political interactions,” the Vice President said. The Vice President urged political leaders and citizens to place national…

Ahead of the Saturday, January 16, 2027, presidential and National Assembly elections, a former Minority Leader of the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Maria Ude Nwachi, has won the ticket for the Ebonyi South Senatorial contest on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party. Addressing journalists on Tuesday in Abakaliki after the direct primary held in Afikpo, Nwachi expressed excitement at clinching the PDP ticket, reiterating her belief that the party would cruise to victory at the polls. She said, “I thank all the delegates for the enormous love and support shown me at the primary election. This is just…