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ROBOCOP STATUE FINALLY UNVEILED IN DETROIT AFTER NEARLY 15 YEARS. (PHOTO).

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RoboCop statue finally unveiled in Detroit after nearly 15 years A 11-foot-tall bronze statue of the iconic science fiction hero RoboCop has finally been installed in Detroit, nearly 15 years after the idea first emerged. The 2.5-ton sculpture, depicting RoboCop as played by Peter Weller in the 1987 film, now stands outside the Free Age Production Studio in Detroit’s Eastern Market. Jim Toscano, the studio’s owner, expressed excitement over the installation, calling it “super impressive” and noting that it has already drawn visitors to the area. The project began in 2011 after a public exchange with then-Mayor Dave Bing sparked a fan-led campaign to bring the statue to life. Community arts advocate Brandon Walley and entrepreneur Jerry Paffendorf launched a Kickstarter that raised over $67,000 to fund the effort. Detroit sculptor Giorgio Gikas completed the statue in 2017, but legal hurdles, including obtaining rights from MGM, delayed its placement. With the statue now in place, organ...

LASPPPA CAUTIONS AGAINST OCCUPYING BUILDINGS UNDER CONSTRUCTION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 LASPPPA CAUTIONS AGAINST OCCUPYING BUILDINGS UNDER CONSTRUCTION The Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) has raised concerns over the increasing trend of residents and occupants inhabiting buildings that are still under construction. The Director of Monitoring and Compliance of LASPPPA, Tpl. Olarinde Iyiola expressed this concern recently during the Authority’s routine weekly enforcement exercise carried out by officials of the Monitoring and Compliance Unit.  During the enforcement exercise, he noted that the Monitoring and Compliance officers of LASPPPA  encountered resistance from some property occupants who attempted to prevent their buildings from being sealed, claiming they currently reside on-site.  The Director observed that most of these properties were not only under construction but also lacked the necessary permits and approvals required for lawful habitation. He emphasised the grave dangers of residing in unfinished structures. “Livi...

TURKEY PROPOSES TO HOST TRUMP-PUTIN-ZELENSKY MEETING. (PHOTO).

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 Turkey proposes to host Trump-Putin-Zelensky meeting Turkey on Friday proposed to host a meeting between the American, Russian, and Ukrainian presidents in an effort to advance toward an end to the three-year war in Ukraine. NATO member Turkey, which has strove to maintain relations with both Kyiv and Moscow, has become a key mediator amid US President Donald Trump’s push for a deal to end the fighting. “We sincerely think that it is possible to cap the first and second direct Istanbul talks with a meeting between Mr. Trump, Mr. (Vladimir) Putin and M. (Volodymyr) Zelensky, under the direction of Mr. (Recep Tayyip Erdogan),” Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said while on a visit to Kyiv. “We can either close our eyes to the continuation of this war, or to reach a durable peace before the end of the year,” Fidan said. “Expectations for a ceasefire and peace have increased.” “Progress can certainly be made as long as we remain at the negotiating table,” added Fidan, who was to meet with...

LIVERPOOL SIGN JEREMIE FRIMPONG FROM BAYER LEVERKUSEN. (PHOTO).

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  Liverpool Sign Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen Liverpool have completed the signing of Dutch international Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen. The 24-year-old right-back joins on a long-term deal after a standout season in Germany, helping Leverkusen win the Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal. Frimpong, named in the Bundesliga Team of the Season, expressed excitement about working under new Liverpool manager Arne Slot.

SIMON EKPA APPEARS IN FINNISH COURT AS TERRORISM TRIAL BEGINS. (PHOTO).

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 Simon Ekpa appears in Finnish court as terrorism trial begins Finnish-Biafran separatist activist, Simon Ekpa, appeared before the Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland on Friday as his trial on terrorism-related charges formally commenced. Ekpa, an advocate for the secession of Nigeria’s South-East region under the Biafra movement, was arrested in November 2024 by Finnish authorities.  He faces allegations of inciting violence and financing terrorism through his activities and statements on social media. Finnish prosecutors allege that Ekpa’s actions contributed to unrest in Nigeria’s South-East and are seeking a six-year prison sentence, arguing that his conduct may qualify as terrorism under Finnish law.

PARENTS OF SUPER EAGLES GOALKEEPER STANLEY NWABALI TO BE BURIED JUNE 7.(PHOTOS).

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 Parents of Super Eagles Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali to Be Buried June 7 Take heart 💗  Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali’s parents for burial June 7 Nigeria Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, announces the funeral rites of his parents 🕯️🕊️💔 : "About time to put my dad and mom to rest. Something I never imagined doing soon at this point of my life. Difficult to believe I will never set my eyes on you again. It's a different kind of pain I never wish for my enemy. Thank you for everything 😢"  "Come on the 6th and 7th of June 2025"  Take heart and stay strong Nwabali23 🦅 🇳🇬 One more photo below. 

AN INDIANA WOMAN WALKED IN ON A MAN ASSAULTING HER DAUGHTER AT A HOTEL. SHE SHOT THE MAN THAT WAS ATTEMPTING TO RAPE HER DAUGHTER. HE IS IN CRITICAL CONDITION. (PHOTO).

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 An Indiana woman walked in on a man assaulting her daughter at a hotel. She shot the man that was attempting to rape her daughter. He is in critical condition.  According to the Indianapolis Police Department, the shooting occurred on Saturday, May 25th at the Baymont Inn on Eagle Drive in Indianapolis.  On that day, the young girl had accompanied a family member to the Baymont Inn.  They had gone there to visit the young girl's mother who was staying at the Inn with 39-year-old Bruce Pierce. While visiting with her daughter, the mother left the room for a short amount of time to carry items to her vehicle.  When she returned, she alleges she witnessed Pierce on top of her daughter. She stated he was in the process of forcibly undressing her and had a gun in one hand.  At this point the mother shouted for Pierce to stop before pulling out her handgun and shooting Pierce.  The mother and daughter then fled the Inn and called 911. After officers respond...

KANO COURT JAILS 29 FOR INTERNET FRAUD. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Kano Court Jails 29 for Internet Fraud Justice S.M Shuaibu of the Federal High Court, sitting in Kano has convicted and sentenced 29 internet fraudsters to jail. The convicts are: Prosper Godfrey, Igwe Ebenezer Chiwendu, Bolodeoku Daniel, Nduka Samuel Uche, Isaac Omeiza, Obasi Solomon Chimerie,ThankGod Adeniyi, Obasi Joshua Mmaduabuchi, Emmanuel Eyo, Dominion Elejo Jeremiah, John Godswill Amedu, Daniel Olusegun Ajibola, Abdulwaris Animasahun and Okechukwu Kingsley Ejim. Others are: Omojuyigbe Ifeoluwa Simon, Jeremiah Odey, Joseph Gideon, Achor Joseph, Bala Meshack, Bawa Abubakar, David Ajibola Damilola, Tijani Tobi Emmanuel, Abdulquadri Animasahun, Arinze Daniel Nwachukwu, Arinze Orajiuka, James Peter Ayemoba, Hassan Abraham Adamu, Moses Friday and Bernard Joseph Imalegwu.   They were prosecuted by the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on a separate one-count charge each, barring Ejim who faced a two-count charge. All the offences ...

NAFDAC STANDS FIRM AGAINST ALLEGED N700,000 EXTORTION CLAIMS, VOWS TO COMBAT SUBSTANDARD DRUGS. (PHOTO).

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 NAFDAC Stands Firm Against Alleged N700,000 Extortion Claims, Vows to Combat Substandard Drugs The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has declared it will not succumb to pressure in its ongoing efforts to eliminate banned, counterfeit, unregistered, and harmful drugs across Nigeria. The statement comes amid allegations that the agency coerced traders into paying N700,000 for unspecified services. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, addressed the claims, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to protecting public health. She highlighted a recent enforcement operation in Idumota, Aba, and Onitsha drug markets, where harmful and banned drugs valued at over one trillion naira were seized.  Adeyeye clarified that the charges in question were investigative fees, significantly reduced after consultations—from N5 million to N200,000 for selling unregistered drugs and from N2 million to N500,000 for ...

S. A: A 34-YEAR-OLD INSECURE BOYFRIEND STABBED HIS GIRLFRIEND TO DEATH IN MALAMULELE SECTION A IN THE EARLY HOURS OF FRIDAY, 30 MAY 2025.(PHOTO).

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 A 34-year-old insecure boyfriend stabbed his girlfriend to death in Malamulele Section A in the early hours of Friday, 30 May 2025.  Reportedly, he went to the victim's rental room and was let in. After some few minutes an altercation ensued and it led to stabbing. Neighbours heard the victim screaming and when they arrived there, the perpetrator ran away to the nearby bushes, leaving his girlfriend in a pool of blood. Police and EMS were called and she was certified dead. A manhunt was immediately activated and he was found in the nearby bushes a lo cucululu like a rabbit. The police were like a hi fambi ehokweni ya vavanuna and he is eating beans right now while covering himself with murahadonki...

DIDDY’S MYSTERY WOMAN “MIA” BREAKS SILENCE IN COURT — WHAT SHE REVEALED IS SHOCKING. (PHOTO).

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  Diddy’s Mystery Woman “Mia” Breaks Silence in Court — What She Revealed Is Shocking In a bombshell testimony that stunned the courtroom, a woman identified only as Mia—Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former assistant of eight years—delivered harrowing accounts of alleged abuse, s**ual assault, and manipulation while working for the music mogul. Mia, who began working for Combs in 2009 at age 25 after a stint with actor Mike Myers, said she initially sought a career in entertainment. Her first meeting with Combs, she testified, was at his apartment—where he opened the door wearing nothing but his underwear. What followed, according to Mia, was an eight-year nightmare. She described the experience as a “rollercoaster,” marked by extreme sleep deprivation and an emotionally volatile work environment. “The highs were really high,” she said. “But the lows were really, really low.” Among the most disturbing claims was a violent encounter where Combs allegedly slammed her arm in a door, causing ser...

ROCK LEGEND OZZY OSBOURNE IS PUSHING THROUGH EXTRAORDINARY HEALTH CHALLENGES TO DELIVER ONE FINAL BLACK SABBATH PERFORMANCE. (PHOTO).

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 Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne is pushing through extraordinary health challenges to deliver one final Black Sabbath performance.  The 76-year-old metal icon is undergoing daily heart monitoring - with blood pressure checks 15 times per day - as he prepares for the July 5 reunion concert at Birmingham's Villa Park. This marks the first time in 20 years that all four original Black Sabbath members will perform together.  Despite his Parkinson's diagnosis and ongoing recovery from spinal surgery, Ozzy remains determined: "I'm giving it everything I've got." The charity concert will raise funds for Parkinson's research and children's hospitals.

THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION HAS TERMINATED A $600 MILLION CONTRACT WITH MODERNA TO DEVELOP A BIRD FLU VACCINE, CITING SAFETY CONCERNS ABOUT MRNA TECHNOLOGY. (PHOTO).

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 The Trump administration has terminated a $600 million contract with Moderna to develop a bird flu vaccine, citing safety concerns about mRNA technology.  This decision comes as H5N1 continues spreading through livestock, with over 173 million birds culled and nearly 1,000 cattle herds infected. While 70 humans have been infected with one death reported, scientists warn the virus could mutate into a more dangerous form. HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon stated this decision reflects concerns about mRNA being "under-tested," despite the technology's successful deployment during COVID-19. Moderna defended their research, showing their bird flu vaccine produces a "rapid, potent and durable immune response." This move raises critical questions about balancing safety protocols with pandemic preparedness. 

SPECIAL FORCES UNDER OPERATION HADIN KAI ELIMINATE KEY BOKO HARAM/ISWAP LEADER AMIR, ABU FATIMA AND HIS LIEUTENANTS IN KUKAWA BORNO STATE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 SPECIAL FORCES UNDER  OPERATION HADIN KAI ELIMINATE KEY BOKO HARAM/ISWAP LEADER AMIR, ABU FATIMA AND HIS LIEUTENANTS IN KUKAWA BORNO STATE In a major counter-terrorism success, Special Forces under Operation HADIN KAI conducted a precision strike on 30 May 2025, targeting a key Boko Haram/ISWAP stronghold in the Kukawa axis of Northern Borno State. The operation, based on credible intelligence, aimed to neutralize Amir Abu Fatima, a notorious terrorist commander who has a ₦100 million bounty on his head. During the intense exchange of fire, Abu Fatima, was fatally wounded by gunfire. His deputy, several explosives experts, and multiple other terrorists were also eliminated in the confrontation. Troops recovered several AK-47 rifles, magazines, assorted ordnance, and IED-making materials. The mission was completed without casualties on own forces.  This operation delivers a significant blow to terrorist leadership in the region and reinforces the Armed Forces of Nigeria's...

POACHER ARRESTED FOR POSSESSION OF BUFFALO MEAT IN MBAULA VILLAGE. (PHOTO).

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 Poacher Arrested for Possession of Buffalo Meat in Mbaula Village A 45-year-old man was arrested in Mbaula village after being found in possession of buffalo meat during a joint operation conducted by the Giyani police and the Public Order Policing (POPS) unit. The arrest followed an intelligence-driven operation after police received information about a suspect believed to be in possession of game meat. Upon investigation, the man was found with a buffalo carcass and failed to give a satisfactory explanation for its origin. He was immediately arrested and is expected to appear before the Giyani Magistrate’s Court soon, facing charges of possession of game meat.

OKO RECTOR FLAGS OFF SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME, SPONSOR FREE TRAINING, MEDICAL OUTREACH . (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Oko Rector Flags Off Skill Development Programme, Sponsor Free Training, Medical Outreach  By Uzo Ugwunze  As part of the activities lined up to mark her 100 days in office, the Rector, Federal Polytechnic Oko, Dr. Irene Chioma Awuzie has flagged off a skill Development Programme at the polytechnic, sponsored free medical outreach benefited by over 2000 members of the host community and commissioned some projects. During the flag off, the Chairman Governing Council Federal Polytechnic Oko, Sen. Dr Barnabas Gemade was present to commission an ultramodern Skill Acquisition Center, Oko and a Medical Center named after him at the Ufuma campus of the polytechnic. Speaking at the Skill Development center the substantive Rector, Dr Chioma Awuzie maintained that the polytechnic was not only producing graduates but also producing skilled professionals, job creators and problem solvers. "Our Skill Development center is built on the National Skills qualification framework (NSQF) al...

ANAMBRA : 2,000 ONITSHA TRADERS PROTEST OVER SECURITY AGENCIES EXTORTION, PLOT TO RELOCATE THEM. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Anambra : 2,000 Onitsha Traders Protest Over Security Agencies Extortion, Plot To Relocate Them By Juliana Nwachukwu  No fewer than 2,000 traders of Onitsha Building Materials Traders' Association/Allied Products Dealers Association, Bridge Head Market, Anambra State, Wednesday, took to the major roads in protest against alleged Navy, Special Anti-Touting Squad (SASA), Ocha Brigade , Police and Udo Ga Achi Vigilante operatives including plot by 8 Market Unions Nteje, to relocate them from their market. The protesters, some of who carried placards with the inscription, "Gov. Soludo rescue us from extortion by Navy, Police, SASA, Ocha Brigade, Udo Ga Achi vigilante group, we are not part of 8 market union Nteje, Nteje Market Union wants to relocate us, , Gov. Soludo we hope on you to rescue us, Nteje market is personal market, we are part and parcel of Bridge Head Market, our market is not among those to move to Nteje," among others. Addressing newsmen during the protest, ...

AKPABIO, BARAU HAIL TINUBU’S TRANSFORMATIVE LEADERSHIP. (PHOTO).

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 Akpabio, Barau hail Tinubu’s transformative leadership Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has commended President Bola Tinubu for restoring the hope of Nigerians for a viable and sustainable nation through transformative and courageous leadership. He said his bold initiatives and reforms, particularly in the areas of economic and fiscal policies, have demonstrated his undying dedication to transforming Nigeria to its deserving greatness. “Your drive and obsession to give every section of the country a sense of belonging has clearly been demonstrated in the creation of development commissions in all the geopolitical zones. This is unprecedented in the annals of our nationhood. “The level of infrastructural development as enunciated in the monumental ongoing projects across the country such as the Lagos- Calabar Coastal the Lagos- Maiduguri highways are testaments to your leadership signature and development conscious pedigree. “The economic reforms are gradually turning Nigeria in...

ONLY 19% OF NIGERIANS PAY TAXES, SAYS FIRS BOSS. (PHOTO).

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 Only 19% of Nigerians pay taxes, says FIRS boss Zacch Adedeji, the executive chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), says studies have shown that only 19 percent of Nigerians pay tax. Adedeji spoke on Tuesday at the launch of a book, titled ‘Taxation: Essential Knowledge for Nigerian Children by the FIRS’. The FIRS chairman was represented by Aisha Mahmoud, his special adviser on research and statistics. He said the book, written by Aderonke Atoyebi and Ejura Haruna, was fully supported by the FIRS to help educate the younger generation on the importance of tax payment. “First of all, I want to say that we have run a couple of studies and we have found out that tax compliance is positively correlated with tax education,” he said. “When children are educated, they grow up to become responsible people, pay their taxes and do what is right. We have carried out studies and we have found out that only 19 percent of Nigerians pay taxes. “Other studies have shown that only...

FUBARA: WE’VE COME DOWN FROM OUR HIGH HORSES FOR PEACE IN RIVERS. (PHOTO).

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 Fubara: We’ve come down from our high horses for peace in Rivers Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers, says he has set aside pride and personal interests to restore peace in the state. In a statement issued by Nelson Chukwudi, his chief press secretary (CPS), Fubara spoke on Thursday at a meeting with leaders of the Simplified Movement in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers. Fubara said a reconciliation process is advancing towards restoring democratic order in the state. “I want to assure you that the issues will soon be resolved, and you will come back to your offices. Not just at the executive arm, but also the legislative arm,” he said. “And I also believe that the strong relationships we had before will return and we will begin to work together again for the good and progress of the state. What is important is for us to have a forgiving spirit. We are already in the peace process.” Fubara appreciated President Bola Tinubu’s intervention in the political crisis...

KIDNAPPERS ABDUCT TRADITIONAL RULER IN NASARAWA. (PHOTO).

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 Kidnappers abduct traditional ruler in Nasarawa Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted Emmanuel Omanji, the Sangarin Dari, a traditional ruler in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The monarch was seized from his private residence in Dari, near Garaku, the headquarters of Kokona LGA, between 11 pm and 11:30 pm on Wednesday. Eyewitnesses said the assailants, who came in large numbers, fired shots into the air to disperse people before whisking the ruler away. Nasarawa State Commissioner of Education, Dr. John W. Mamman, who hails from the Dari community, confirmed the incident to newsmen over the phone. “The kidnappers stormed the palace and fired sporadically to scare people. They then took the king away,” Dr. Mamman said. The abduction comes barely three months after Omanji was crowned Sangarin Dari by the college of selectors and formally appointed by the Nasarawa State Government. The Nasarawa State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, also c...

APPEAL COURT REVERSES JUDGMENT VOIDING KANO’S LG ELECTION, KANSIEC’S COMPOSITION. (PHOTO).

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 Appeal Court reverses judgment voiding Kano’s LG election, KANSIEC’s composition The Court of Appeal has reversed the judgment by a Federal High Court in Kano voiding the composition of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KASIEC) and the local government election it (KASIEC) conducted on October 26, 2024. In three unanimous judgments on Friday, a three-member panel, presided over by Justice Biobele Abraham Georgewill, held that the Federal High Court lacked the jurisdiction to entertain cases bordering on the composition of states’ electoral bodies and the qualification of members of such bodies. The Court of Appeal allowed the three appeals filed filed by the Kano State Attorney General, the Kano State House of Assembly and KASIEC and struck out the suits filed before the Federal High Court (from which the judgment was derived) for want of jurisdiction. It said the proper court with the required jurisdiction is the HIgh Court of Kano State. In its fourth judgment on ...

NIGER FLOOD SO SHOCKING, DEVASTATING - NGF. (PHOTO).

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 Niger flood so shocking, devastating - NGF The Nigeria Governors’ Forum has described the flood in  Mokwa  Local Government Area of Niger State  as  shocking and devastating. The NGR, in a statement by its Chairman Governor AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq of Kwara , on Friday,  commiserated with the Niger State Government over the flood that had claimed many lives. At least 21 people died in the disaster while property worth millions of Naira  were destroyed . The statement said, “The Nigeria Governors’ Forum stands in solidarity with the government and people of Niger State on the devastating flood that has wreaked huge havoc in Mokwa town of the state. “We are shocked by the magnitude of the flooding, which has resulted in the loss of lives and properties in the community. “We sincerely commiserate with the affected families and express our support to the state government at this difficult time. “We also commend the interventions of the Niger State Government...

45 YEARS AFTER, AYINLA OMOWURA’S LEGACY ECHOES THROUGH APALA RHYTHM. (PHOTO).

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 45 years after, Ayinla Omowura’s legacy echoes through Apala rhythm Penultimate week was a week like no other in the ancient town of Itoko, Abeokuta as lovers of Yoruba culture and Apala music fans gathered to honour the indomitable spirit of Apala legend, Ayinla Omowura. The event was held 45 years after his tragic demise. The ceremony was to celebrate the man who once shook Nigeria’s social and cultural landscape with piercing lyrics, vibrant stagecraft and unapologetic commentary about the ill of the society. The week-long programme kicked-off from Monday through Wednesday with different activities. On Friday a special prayer at a local mosque, followed up with a fans’ club party on Saturday, and culminated in a colourful musical concert on Sunday, May 18. The concert saw performances from musicians across generations, all paying homage to the man whose music still commands reverence across Yoruba land and beyond. “Ayinla was more than a musician; he was a prophet in his own ri...

I CAN HAVE IMPACT – CHELSEA TARGET, EMANUEL EMEGHA CHOSES NETHERLANDS OVER NIGERIA, TOGO. (PHOTO).

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 I can have impact – Chelsea target, Emanuel Emegha choses Netherlands over Nigeria, Togo Chelsea target, Emanuel Emegha has decided to pledge his commitment to the Netherlands national team over Nigeria and Togo, respectively. The 22-year-old, who currently plays for Strasbourg, is eligible to represent his country of birth Netherlands, and Nigeria and Togo through his parents. Emegha, however, expressed confidence he will make an impact at senior level with the Dutch team. Speaking with SUPERGAANDE’s YouTube channel, the forward talked about his ambitions at the senior international level. Emegha said: “I believe one hundred percent that I can have an impact on Oranje. I’m a different type of striker than the others. “I don’t shortchange anyone, everyone is good. I’ve respect for everyone,” he added. Emegha scored 14 goals and provided 3 by assists in 27 appearances during the 2024/25 French Ligue 1 season.

‘HELP ME MARRY BEFORE FULANI HERDSMEN KILL ME’ — FACEBOOK POST OF MURDERED BENUE GRADUATE GOES VIRAL. (PHOTO).

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 ‘Help me marry before Fulani herdsmen kill me’ — Facebook post of murdered Benue graduate goes viral A young Nigerian graduate, Mathias Yogboh, has been reportedly killed by suspected Fulani militia in a fresh attack on Aondona community in Benue State. Yogboh, popularly known as Jagaban, was a graduate of Religious Education from the University of Calabar. His death has sparked widespread outrage and sorrow, particularly after a Facebook post he made just weeks before his killing resurfaced online. In the April 20 post, Yogboh wrote: “Help me look for a better wife to marry before Fulani kill me, making me die as a childless person.” Local sources report that Yogboh was killed during a violent raid by armed herdsmen, part of an ongoing wave of attacks that have continued to plague agrarian communities across Benue. Reacting to the incident, human rights activist Ukan Kurugh described his death as tragic. In a tribute, he wrote: “He once shared his fears… now he’s gone. Not long a...

OPC MEMBER ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY KILLING TEENAGER IN LAGOS. (PHOTO).

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 OPC member arrested for allegedly killing teenager in Lagos The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspected member of the Oodua People’s Congress, OPC, in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy in the Itapo area of Epe Local Government. Police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed the development on Thursday, stating that the suspect, whose identity remains undisclosed, had been apprehended and transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, for further investigation. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, around 3 a.m., when the OPC member allegedly opened fire on the teenager, killing him instantly before fleeing the scene. The killing sparked outrage within the Epe community. Reports indicated that aggrieved residents and youths took to the streets in protest, marching with the victim’s body from Itapo through several parts of the town to demand justice. The demonstration, which created heightened...

ATIKU SLAMS WAEC OVER EXAM IN DARKNESS, CALLS IT NATIONAL DISGRACE. (PHOTO).

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 Atiku Slams WAEC Over Exam in Darkness, Calls It National Disgrace Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned reports of students writing WASSCE exams in darkness, calling it a national disgrace and demanding a retake in affected centres. The House of Representatives gave WAEC a 24-hour ultimatum to address exam irregularities, while NANS criticised the council for delays and alleged question leaks, citing risks to students’ safety and exam integrity.

TINUBU’S GOVT ‘MUST’ BE ALLOWED TO CONTINUE FOR ANOTHER SIX YEARS — NBTE. (PHOTO).

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 Tinubu’s Govt ‘must’ be allowed to continue for another six years — NBTE The Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education, Idris Bugaje, on Friday called for the continuity of President Bola Tinubu’s government beyond the 2027 general elections. He made this call in Abuja during the launch of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative at the TETFUND Auditorium, which had in attendance the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa. Bugaje specifically told the gathering that Nigerians should give Tinubu’s administration another six years to continue with its developmental strides in the education sector. “These are critical sectors that the government is committed and that is why I am saying that we must allow this government to continue for another six years,” he stated. Bugaje’s remarks come a week after the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) endorsed Tinubu as the party’s sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election. APC Nationa...

ONITSHA DRUG MARKET: INTERSOCIETY DEMANDS REFUND OF OVER N3BN ALLEGEDLY EXTORTED FROM TRADERS. (PHOTO).

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 Onitsha Drug Market: Intersociety demands refund of over N3bn allegedly extorted from traders A civil society organisation, International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, Intersociety, on Friday, asked the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, to refund over N3 billion allegedly collected from traders at the Onitsha Drug Market. Some Nigerians, including VeryDarkMan, had accused the agency of collecting N700,000 from each of the affected shop owners. However, NAFDAC came out to say the N700,000 is a reduced penalty for some wrongdoings by the traders. It said the fine was reduced from N7 million to N700,000. The market has remained closed for months following an operation by NAFDAC. In a statement issued by Intersociety, it is asking NAFDAC to refund the said money. The statement was signed by Mr Emeka Umeagbalasi, Head, Intersociety, Chinwe Umeche, Human Rights Lawyer/Head, Democracy and Good Governance, and Chidinma Evangeline Udegbunam, ...