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SSS DG, Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi Sixteen months after, without a designated spokesperson, the SSS is inarguably the most commended security agency, especially by the media… What explanation can one offer for this other than the fact that the SSS DG is a golden fish. He has no hiding place. He has justified, within a short period, that his appointment is a perfect fit. The International Press Institute, Nigeria, on 2 December honoured the Director-General of the State Security Services, Oluwatosin Ajayi, while unveiling its first-of-its-kind Book of Infamy. In this book, two state governors and the Nigerian Inspector-General of Police…

American rapper Nicki Minaj has explained why she has repeatedly spoken publicly about the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, citing her personal ties to the country and concerns raised by reports of attacks on worshippers. Ms Minaj, 42, made the remarks during a surprise appearance at AmericaFest on Sunday in Phoenix, Arizona, while responding to a question from Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Mr Kirk was assassinated on 10 September while on stage at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah for an event of a conservative youth organisation , Turning Point USA (TPUSA), which he…

Troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Wukari, under the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested a notorious bandit leader in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. The arrest was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by  Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade, Lt. Umar Muhammad. He described the operation as a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against criminality in the region. According to the statement, the suspect, identified as Fidelis Gayama, is a high-value target long sought by security agencies for his alleged involvement in multiple…

Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney, has said Liverpool cannot be ruled out from the Premier League. Rooney, speaking on his BBC podcast, however admitted Arsenal and Manchester City could break away from the chasing pack. Liverpool are the current champions, having won the title in Arne Slot’s first season by 10 points. Despite a poor run of form, the Reds are now in fifth place 10 points behind leaders Arsenal ahead of Christmas. Chelsea, Aston Villa and Manchester City all sit between Liverpool and the top of the Premier League. “It looks like Arsenal and Man City are going…

Former Manchester United captain, Gary Neville, has is sticking with his prediction that Arsenal will win the Premier League. Neville, speaking on Sky Sports, was adamant that the Gunners will not bottle it this time around. He predicted that Mikel Arteta’s men will extend their lead at the top in February and March. Mikel Arteta’s men are currently two points clear of Manchester City after the latest round of fixtures. Arsenal picked up a 1-0 win at Everton over the weekend after City thrashed West Ham 3-0. “I think Arsenal are in a good position. Coming out of the new…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has renewed hope for the creation of Ibadan State, describing it as “an incoming state—the only state in Nigeria that is needed to be created by popular demand.” He made the remarks during a visit to the private residence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in Ibadan, the state capital, on Sunday. The PUNCH reports that Ladoja had previously appealed publicly for the creation of Ibadan State to President Bola Tinubu during his installation as the 44th Olubadan, following the death of the 43rd Olubadan on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the age of…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a suspected drug trafficker, Shodunke Simbiat, recovering cocaine worth about N5bn concealed inside her children at her Lagos apartment on December 9. In a statement on Sunday, the agency’s spokesman, Femi Babafemi, said that following sustained intelligence gathering and surveillance, NDLEA operatives identified 39-year-old Simbiat as a key member and stash keeper of a trans-border drug trafficking organisation. The statement partly read, “A swift follow-up operation at their residence at Plot 24/25, OPIC Extension, Petedo Road, Agbara, Ogun State, led to the recovery of an additional eight blocks of the same drug…

The National Working Committee has approved the constitution of a Caretaker Committee to oversee the affairs of the Peoples Democratic Party in Zamfara State. According to a public notice issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, and cited on the PDP’s official X handle on Monday, the committee is chaired by Hassan Muhammad Daudawa. “Other members are Hassan Muhammad Daudawa – Chairman, Shehu S. Fulani Member, Rabiu Illele Bakura – Member, Musa Mallaha – Member, Sani Lasisi Kaura – Member, Hajiya Hauwa Kulu Makkah – Member, Muhammad Danbuba – Secretary,” the statement said. The statement explained that ”’the Caretaker…

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicked off on Sunday in Morocco with Nigeria’s Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, joining global music stars at the tournament’s opening ceremony. Moments before hosts Morocco faced Comoros in the opening match at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Davido, French Montana and RedOne headlined the ceremony’s flagship performance, titled Le Show. The performance stood out as one of the most visually striking opening moments in AFCON history, blending music, light, movement and symbolism in a carefully choreographed display aimed at a global television audience beyond the African continent. Davido…

Nollywood actor, IK Ogbonna, has thrown his weight behind his colleague and friend, Ini Edo, following criticism from the Christian Association of Nigeria over the title of her new movie, A Very Dirty Christmas. Ogbonna, in a statement shared on his Instagram story on Monday, expressed disappointment with CAN, accusing the body of raising concerns only after the film had been released and gained nationwide attention. According to him, the movie title had been publicly promoted for months without any objection from CAN, adding that the production proceeded after securing official approval from the National Film and Video Censors Board.…