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 I am more knowledgeable than most graduates — MC Oluomo Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo and President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), has declared that his practical knowledge and life experiences have equipped him with greater understanding than many university graduates, despite his lack of formal education. Akinsanya made the remarks on Sunday during the 50th birthday celebration of Islamic singer Hafsat Adegoke and the unveiling of her new album in Alausa, Lagos. The event drew several dignitaries, including Fuji musician Saheed Osupa. Reflecting on his humble beginnings, the NURTW leader recounted starting work as a bus conductor as a teenager. He said he earned enough to support his mother while still affording simple enjoyments like watching movies at the cinema. “I’ve been spending money since I was 13 years old. I worked as a conductor from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. I would go to Danjuma Cinema to watch Indian movies with my own money, and...

 PRESS RELEASE ABIA STATE POLICE COMMAND APPREHENDS SUSPECT FOR MALICIOUS DAMAGE VANDALISM AND STEALING  GOVERNMENT PROPERTY *SUSPECT* Chigozirim Elem, male, 25 years, of Amasiri, Afikpo North LGA, Ebonyi State, resident in Ugwunchara, Umuahia North LGA, Abia State. *EXHIBITS RECOVERED* * Four (4) double doors * One (1) single iron door *FACTS OF THE CASE* 1. In the command sustained effort to combat crime and protect public infrastructure, operatives of the Mike Okiro Divisional Police Headquarters, acting on actionable intelligence and in collaboration with the community vigilante, apprehended Chigozirim Elem, male, 25 years, who on 11th July 2026, unlawfully gained access into four (4) unallocated shops at Ubani Government Market and maliciously damaged and vandalized the premises and stole four (4) double doors and one (1) single iron door. 2. Upon sighting security operatives, the suspect attempted to flee but was swiftly apprehended. The stolen items were successfully re...

ICE agent fatally shoots Maine motorist during immigration operation as investigations begin   An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a motorist during an enforcement operation in Biddeford, Maine, on Monday, marking the second fatal ICE shooting in a week and at least the ninth death involving the agency since President Donald Trump began his latest immigration crackdown. The man who was killed was identified by immigrant rights groups as a 26-year-old Colombian national. The Colombian Embassy said it is in contact with U.S. authorities and is providing consular assistance to the man's family. The Department of Homeland Security said ICE agents were conducting surveillance at an address linked to a person with a final order of removal. Officials said agents attempted to stop a vehicle leaving the location, but the driver allegedly tried to flee, prompting an officer to open fire out of concern for public safety. Sen. Angus King said Homeland Security Secretary M...

 Aortic tear likely caused Sen. Lindsey Graham's sudden death, doctors say An aortic dissection, the medical emergency that likely caused the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, is a life-threatening condition that can become fatal within minutes if not treated quickly. The aorta is the body's largest artery, carrying oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. An aortic dissection occurs when a tear develops in the artery's inner lining, allowing blood to flow between its layers. This can reduce blood flow to vital organs and, in severe cases, cause the artery to rupture. The condition is often associated with an aortic aneurysm, a weakened section of the artery that bulges outward. Major risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol that contributes to hardened arteries, and smoking. While the condition is more common in older adults, certain inherited disorders can increase the risk in younger people. A preliminary medical examiner's repor...

 Judge rebukes Trump's IRS lawsuit, refers attorney for possible discipline    A federal judge has sharply criticized President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns, calling the case an abuse of the court system and referring one of Trump's attorneys for possible disciplinary action. In a ruling issued Monday, U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams said the lawsuit was filed for an "improper purpose" because Trump, as president, sued federal agencies under his own administration, raising questions about whether the opposing parties had genuinely adverse interests. The lawsuit ended in a settlement that granted Trump and certain family members protection from tax audits and initially created a $1.776 billion fund to compensate people who claimed they had been unfairly targeted by the justice system. Williams stopped short of invalidating the agreement but ruled that the government cannot characteriz...

 Twelve states sue to block Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery     Twelve states filed a lawsuit Monday seeking to block Paramount’s proposed $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the merger would reduce competition in Hollywood, drive up prices, limit consumer choice and result in fewer movies and television shows. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, leading the coalition, said the merger would combine two of Hollywood’s five remaining legacy studios, placing HBO Max, Warner’s film and television library, CNN, CBS and Paramount+ under one corporate umbrella. The lawsuit argues the deal would also harm movie theaters and cable distributors by giving the combined company greater market power. The states are asking the companies to delay closing the transaction until the legal challenge is resolved and are prepared to seek a temporary restraining order if necessary. Paramount rejected the lawsuit, calling it a misrepresen...