Author: News Room

The Ogun State Government has warned a senior police officer attached to the Force Intelligence Department, Abuja, Assistant Inspector General of Police, Enyinnaya Adiogu, to immediately stop what it described as a parallel investigation into an ongoing land grabbing case involving the World Mission Agency (WMA), owners of Living Faith Church Worldwide in Sango-Ota. In a letter dated May 23, the Ogun State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Oluwasina Ogungbade, warned the officer against investigating allegations of criminal conspiracy, threat to life, and illegal possession of firearms reportedly lodged against the mission by one Ibrahim Gbenga Ibuoye. The government…

A presidential aspirant in the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Mohammed Hayatudeen, has voted in the party’s ongoing presidential primary election. Hayatudeen is contesting for the presidential ticket of the ADC alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as well as former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Ameachi. In a post on his X handle on Monday, the aspirant wrote, “Today I cast my vote in Jare, Borno, in the ADC presidential primary. I am running because if we are to defeat the President next year, we must offer Nigerians a new direction. “Nigeria is at a crossroads. And the ADC is at…

Manchester United captain, Bruno Fernandes, has explained why he turned down a €200m contract from Saudi Arabia last summer. Fernandes’ future at Old Trafford was the subject of speculation, and he has now spoken about how close he was to leaving. According to the 31-year-old, he was determined to pass the right values to his children, as he is not motivated by money. “Instead of becoming the richest person from my town ever, I want to live my dreams. And I want to pass these values on to my children,” Fernandes said on the “Diary of a CEO” podcast. “Look,…

The Ilorin Emirate Durbar Committee has unveiled an elaborate cultural, security and economic plans for the 2026 Ilorin Emirate Grand Durbar Celebration, with organisers promising a world-class festival that will showcase the rich heritage and diversity of the ancient emirate. Speaking to Arewa PUNCH in Ilorin on Monday, the Chairman of the Committee, Engr. Suleiman Alapansanpa said the 2026 edition of the Durbar would be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at the Kwara Baseball Park, Adewole, Ilorin. Alapansanpa explained that the theme of the celebration, “Prosperity in Diversity,” reflects the historical coexistence of various ethnic and cultural groups within…

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have arrested 24 suspects during coordinated combing operations across forested areas in Eziobodo, Ihiagwa, Nekede, and Okolochi communities in the Owerri West Local Government Area. The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, confirmed the development to PUNCH Metro on Monday. According to him, the operation was led by the Area Commander, Owerri Urban, ACP Michael Abattam, and involved over 250 police officers and vigilante operatives deployed to suspected criminal hideouts and black spots within the affected communities. Okoye disclosed that some of the arrested suspects were identified as Jonah Abotu, 21;…

In discussions about national development in Nigeria, attention is often concentrated on politics, infrastructure, and economic reforms, while one of the most critical drivers of long-term progress receives far less recognition: mentorship in science and research. Yet, the future of any society depends largely on those willing to invest in the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and problem-solvers. This is why the growing influence of Prof. Mahmoud Bukar Maina deserves closer attention, not merely as a celebrated scientist, but as a symbol of how mentorship and institution-building can reshape communities and redefine possibilities for young people. Over the years, Maina…

Dettol Cool has intensified its focus on hygiene awareness by promoting germ protection in high-activity environments, rolling out experiential campaigns designed to engage Nigerians in fitness and movement spaces where the need for freshness and protection is heightened. The brand, in a statement, said it has built on the momentum of its first edition, which introduced the #OwnTheSweat campaign across communities in Nigeria, with a more immersive phase aimed at deepening consumer engagement in active environments. In the statement, the company said #OwnTheSweat 2.0 focuses on more engaging experiences within spaces where movement and physical activity are part of daily…

Afrinvest West Africa Group Managing Director Ike Chioke has called for improved transparency, stronger governance and wider corporate involvement in the Nigeria Premier Football League after Enugu Rangers sealed their ninth league title, The PUNCH reports. Rangers clinched the 2025/26 NPFL crown with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Ikorodu City in Lagos on Sunday, completing another successful campaign that underlined their dominance in Nigerian football history. Chioke said the moment was deeply emotional, describing Rangers’ latest triumph as evidence of the progress made since Afrinvest’s partnership with the club began in 2023. “Excited is an understatement. I am elated. It…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, on Monday, announced that the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination mop-up exercise will hold on June 13, 2026. The board’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, in a statement on Monday, explained that the mop-up examination is for those who were unable to sit the 2026 UTME held between April 16 and 23 due to technical challenges, examination infractions, and biometric verification issues. “The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has fixed Saturday, 13th June, 2026, for the conduct of the UTME mop-up examination for all candidates who presented themselves and were biometrically verified for the…

Key takeaways:Bitcoin’s implied volatility plunged to a multi-month low, signaling that traders expect further price consolidation.Excessive confidence among Bitcoin bears could catalyze a liquidation-driven bull run above $82,000.Bitcoin (BTC) implied volatility dropped to 36%, its lowest level in eight months, signaling that professional traders are pricing in lower odds of wide price swings. While declining volatility is not inherently bullish or bearish, Bitcoin derivatives data suggest that overconfidence among bears could catalyze a bullish breakout.Bitcoin/USD (blue) vs. Deribit Bitcoin volatility index (orange). Source: TradingViewA sharp price decline between January and February caused an initial spike in volatility, especially due to…