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South African singer Tyla emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 2026 American Music Awards after clinching the Best Afrobeats Artist award ahead of Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Wizkid and Rema, as well as Ghanaian-American act MOLIY. The 52nd edition of the American Music Awards was held on Sunday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, with Queen Latifah serving as host. The ceremony was broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+, with winners determined largely through fan voting. Tyla also won the Social Song of the Year award for her hit track “Chanel”. The latest victories…
The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General Olufemi Oluyede, has ordered the deployment of special forces and aerial surveillance assets to Oyo State following a series of recent kidnapping incidents across the state. He assured residents that the military would sustain aggressive operations until those responsible are apprehended and security is fully restored in the affected areas. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday during a briefing on the Armed Forces’ operational activities for May, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, said the military recognised the growing security concerns in Oyo State and sympathised with affected families, the state government…
Results from the ongoing African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential primary election shows that Rotimi Amaechi defeated Atiku Abubakar in Bayelsa State. Amaechi secured 44,404 votes in the state while Atiku got 6,570 votes. Mohammed Hayatudeen recorded just 939 votes. In Imo State, Atiku got 52,200 votes, while Amaechi, a former Minister of Transportation scored 7,659 votes. Hayatudeen polled 1,121 votes. Results from other states are still trickling in as at the time of filing this report. Meanwhile, Amaechi had vowed to reject the result of the ongoing presidential primary election if the exercise is not free and fair.
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command’s Special Squad 1 have neutralised four suspected kidnappers during a counter-operation aimed at preventing the abduction of a businessman in the Ejigbo area of Lagos State. The operation, which took place on Sunday night at the Jakande Estate Gate, also led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, another firearm, ammunition, and vehicles allegedly linked to the criminal gang. The exchange of gunfire reportedly continued until about 11:00 p.m., causing panic as traders and residents in the vicinity fled the area for safety. Security sources said the operation was triggered by credible intelligence indicating that…
Premier League club Fulham have decided against signing Samuel Chukwueze on a permanent transfer, DAILY POST reports. Chukwueze linked up with Fulham on a season-long loan from the Serie A giants last summer. AC Milan will however not take up the option to sign the Nigeria international on a permanent deal. The 27-year-old contributed three goals, and four assists for the Cottagers during the campaign. According to Tuttomercato, Chukwueze will head back to AC Milan this summer because Fulham are not exercising their option to buy him. The winger endured a difficult two-year spell in Milan before heading to Fulham…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Muslims in Lagos and across Nigeria on the celebration of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to uphold the values of sacrifice, peace, and unity. In a statement released on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the governor said the festival should serve as a reminder of the importance of faith, patience, and communal harmony. Sanwo-Olu said Eid-el-Kabir holds deep spiritual significance, noting that it reflects the devotion and perseverance of Prophet Ibrahim. “This symbolic Islamic festival is a reminder to us that there will always be great rewards…
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has deployed Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams to worship centres, recreational facilities and other public venues ahead of the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The deployment is part of strengthened security measures introduced by the Command to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free celebration across the FCT. In a statement on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, said the Command had intensified security operations across the territory. She said the Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, including the military, Department of State Services, Nigeria Security and Civil…
The Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has welcomed the judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja affirming the eligibility of former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election. The party, in a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, described the ruling as being in line with the law and “common sense.” The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, had ruled that Jonathan remained eligible to seek the presidency despite previously taking the oath of office as president twice. Reacting to the judgment, the PDP said laws could not have retroactive…
Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru faces a fresh battle for his place at Lazio after the Serie A club moved to replace Maurizio Sarri with former Italy and AC Milan coach Gennaro Gattuso, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Gattuso, 48, has reportedly agreed a two-year contract at the Stadio Olimpico running until June 2028, with an official announcement expected within days. The appointment comes weeks after the Italian left his role as Italy national team coach following a painful World Cup qualification playoff defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina in April 2026. Sarri’s turbulent second stint in Rome is set to end…
Smaller Bitcoin treasury firms added 602.6 BTC worth about $46 million last week, even as the largest corporate holders appeared to pause their acquisitions.The purchases included a 381.6 Bitcoin (BTC) acquisition by asset manager and Bitcoin treasury company Strive, 200 BTC bought by global consumer food brand DDC Enterprise Limited, 19 BTC acquired by UK-based web design company The Smarter Web Company (SWC), and 2 BTC bought by AI data center company Hyperscale Data.The buying suggests corporate Bitcoin demand has not disappeared during the latest drawdown, but has shifted toward smaller treasury firms while market leader Strategy paused its usual…
