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 Elon Musk faces civil securities fraud suit over Twitter purchase as he eyes SpaceX IPO  Since acquiring Twitter for roughly $44 billion in late 2022, Elon Musk has renamed the platform X, merged it with his artificial intelligence company xAI, and integrated both into his defense and space company, SpaceX. Musk’s next major move could be taking SpaceX public in what would likely be a record-setting IPO, but first, he is confronting legal challenges from his past. On Wednesday, Musk appeared in federal court in San Francisco to face allegations of civil securities fraud tied to his Twitter purchase. Investors filed a class action in October 2022, claiming Musk manipulated Twitter’s stock to pressure the board into selling at a lower price than initially promised. Musk’s legal team denies any intent to harm Twitter or its shareholders. During the hearing, Musk acknowledged that his tweets can affect stock prices, sometimes unpredictably, and described the market as “manic depr...

 Kano APC Unites as Stakeholders Affirm New State Executive The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has recorded a major milestone as key stakeholders across the state affirmed and endorsed the newly elected State Executive Committee of the party. This was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Wednesday. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, and the former National Chairman of the APC, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, congratulated the new executives and described their emergence as a major step towards strengthening unity and stability within the party in Kano State. They commended party members for conducting a peaceful and successful congress, noting that the outcome reflects the collective will of APC supporters across the state. Prominent stakeholders, including Murtala Sule Garo, Tijjani Gwarzo, and Abba Kabir Bichi, alongside other party leaders, pledged their full support to the...

 PRESIDENT TINUBU HOSTS FEC MEMBERS TO INTERFAITH BREAKING OF FAST                                       Despite the popularity of the APC leading to mass defections of state governors to the ruling party, members of the federal executive council and heads of agencies of government have been implored to intensify education of the public about the good intention of the current administration’s policies and programmes. Vice President Kashim who spoke on behalf of his principal, President Bola Tinubu, said this at an interfaith breaking of fast dinner for members of the Federal Executive Council and heads of federal agencies at the state house. The Vice President who traced the journey of the administration from inception acknowledged that about three years of reforms have resulted in a more stabilized economy for the nation. He appreciated president Tinubu for providing the needed lead...

 PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES FORMER PRESIDENT OLUSEGUN OBASANJO AT 89TH BIRTHDAY  President Bola Tinubu celebrates  former president and elder statesman, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo who turns 89 March 5th, 2026. In a statement by  Bayo Onanuga  Special Adviser to the President,  Information & Strategy, President rejoices with Chief Obasanjo, whose towering influence in the country, Africa, and beyond is significant.  It adds, President Tinubu notes the courage and sacrifices of the elder statesman, who previously served the nation as military Head of State from 1976 to 1979, handing over power to a civilian president in 1979, and later as the first civilian president in the fourth republic, 1999-2007.  President Tinubu affirms the historic experiences of the former leader, including leading troops to preserve Nigeria’s unity at the warfront, serving time in prison for speaking out against tyranny, and consistently pursuing Africa's political and e...

 PRESIDENT TINUBU RENEWS THE APPOINTMENT OF NIPSS DG, PROF AYO OMOTAYO President Bola Tinubu has approved the renewal of the appointment of Professor Ayo Omotayo as the Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru. A statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, indicates that the appointment is for a final term of four years. President Muhammadu Buhari initially appointed Omotayo in November 2021. The Senate confirmed the appointment in February 2022.  Omotayo is a Professor of Environmental Sustainability. He attended the University of Ibadan from 1980 to 1990, where he obtained a PhD in Geography.  He began his teaching career at the Lagos State University in 1985 and rose through the ranks to become a Senior Lecturer in 1992 at the age of 30.  He was the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences between 2012 and 2017 and the Director of the Centre for Planning at Lagos State Univers...

 “‎STATE POLICE: LAGOS IS READY” – LNSA ‎ ‎The General Manager of the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA), Prince Dr. Ifalade Oyekan, FISN, has declared that Lagos State is fully prepared for the establishment of State Police, affirming that the state’s existing security framework is well-positioned for the transition. ‎ ‎In a recent interview with journalists, Prince Oyekan noted that the Agency, widely regarded as a pioneer of community policing in Nigeria, is strategically structured to evolve into a state security apparatus once the legal framework for State Police is enacted.  He explained that the LNSA has undergone significant restructuring and re-engineering to align with modern safety and security demands, adopting a proactive, technology-backed and intelligence-driven model across the state. ‎ ‎“We are not designed to merely react to incidents,” he stated. “Our Corps Officers are trained to anticipate, prevent, and mitigate security threats before they occ...

 LEAGUE OF CHIEF IMAMS CAUTION NIGERIANS AGAINST MEDDLING IN MIDDLE EAST CRISIS •Warns against protest, allowing global events to trigger local unrest   Nigerians, especially Lagos residents, have been cautioned against any kind of protest, disaffection or act that can jeopardise peaceful coexistence in the country due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. They were also warned against meddling in the ongoing war between Iran, Israel and the United States.   The League of Chief Imams made the appeal while speaking at the 2026 Ramadan Tafsir/Iftar programme, held at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Tuesday night.   The position of the Chief Imams was a reaction to the protest staged in some parts of the country, particularly by members of the South-West chapter of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria on Monday in Lagos over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, during recent United States-Israeli strikes on Iran.   Reacting to the development, the League o...

 IGP OLATUNJI DISU CONVENES INAUGURAL CONFERENCE WITH SENIOR POLICE OFFICERS, INAUGURATES STEERING COMMITTEE ON STATE POLICE The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu psc, today 4th March 2026 convened his inaugural Conference with Senior Police Officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja, bringing together Strategic Managers of the Nigeria Police Force for high-level deliberations on institutional priorities and national security  imperatives. The Conference, which marks the first official strategic engagement between the Inspector-General of Police and senior leadership cadre of the Nigeria Police Force since his assumption of office, is designed to align operational directives, reinforce command responsibility, and set clear performance benchmarks for his administration. In his opening address, IGP Tunji Disu directed senior officers to lead by example, enforce discipline decisively, and uphold the highest ethical and profession...

 Khloé Kardashian Shares Emotional Story Behind Tattoo She’s Finally Removing Khloé Kardashian is letting go of a piece of the past, one tattoo at a time. On a recent episode of her Khloé in Wonder Land podcast, the reality star opened up about a tattoo she’s having removed, a mark that once carried deep personal meaning. “I had a tramp stamp, it was the trend at the time,” Kardashian, 41, explained. “It was a cross with angel wings, and it says ‘Daddy’ over it.” The tattoo was meant as a tribute to her late father, Robert Kardashian, who passed away in 2003. “My dad would kill me if he knew I got a tattoo, but in my sick, rebellious head, I was like, for my dad, I’m gonna get something for him,” she said. However, the placement caused some unintended reactions. “It was not supposed to be a sexual situation, it was supposed to be in honor of my dad,” Kardashian said. “But being that it’s a tramp stamp… I remember a guy asked, ‘Who’s your daddy?’ and I was like ew. And then I was li...

 Fadiel Adams faces Parliament today over explosive intelligence allegations He is accused of accessing and sharing classified South African Police Service crime intelligence without authorisation. The claims come from KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who says sensitive investigations may have been compromised. Adams denies wrongdoing. He argues he acted in the public interest after receiving information he believed exposed serious problems within SAPS.

 President Tinubu swears Tunji Disu in as 23rd IGP President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sworn in Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police (IGP). The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Wednesday, March 4.  The ceremony was witnessed by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu; Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. Others present were the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam; FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike; and Head of Service, Mrs Esther Walson-Jack and other cabinet members. Immediately after Disu’s swearing-in, President Tinubu also swore in newly appointed commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission and the Federal Civil Service Commission. The Nigeria Police Council on Monday, March 2, endorsed Disu, after his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Disu ...

 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU SENDS 5-PERSON DELEGATION TO ATTEND JESSE JACKSON'S BURIAL  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a five-person delegation to represent him and the country at the final burial rites of Rev. Jesse Jackson, the American civil rights leader, activist and former presidential candidate. Jackson passed away at age 84 on February 17, 2026, in Chicago. Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, is the leader of the delegation.  Other members are the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; the Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; the Special Presidential Envoy for Global and Pan-African Affairs, Brian Browne; and the Senior Special Assistant, Foreign Affairs and International Relations, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaye. The delegation will deliver President Tinubu’s message of condolences to the Jackson family. In an earlier tribute, President Tinubu described Reverend ...

 President Tinubu directs suspension of cashless payment at airports President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, to suspend the cashless payment system recently introduced by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). Keyamo announced the president’s directive while briefing State House correspondents after a meeting of the Federal Executive Council, which held at the State House Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday, March 4.  Keyamo said the President directed him to “go back to the drawing board, suspend the present system and perfect a system that will work perfectly without putting unnecessary pressure on citizens.” He said the president directed that a decision should be taken quickly “even if it means involving the private sector.” “There will be a hybrid system for now whereby those who already possess cards will be allowed to use it while those who prefer cash will be allowed to do so. Private sector participants will come in t...

 Oshiomhole Declares 'Political Sins' Cannot Send Politicians to Hellfire at Edo APC Congress Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North in the National Assembly, has declared that "political sins" do not lead politicians to hellfire, describing such transgressions as temporary and forgivable aspects of the political game. The former Edo State Governor and ex-National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) made the remarks on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, during the Edo State APC congress held in Benin City. The event saw the affirmation and re-election of Emperor Jarret Tenebe as the state party chairman for a second term, along with other members of the State Working Committee, in a peaceful, consensus-driven process. Oshiomhole was responding to Tenebe's acceptance speech, in which the newly re-elected chairman humbly sought forgiveness from anyone he may have offended during his tenure as acting chairman. Tenebe reflected on his time in leadership, pa...

Suspended Ebonyi commissioner accepts blame, apologises to Gov Nwifuru The suspended Commissioner for Works in Ebonyi State, Lebechi Mbam, has tendered a public apology following his indefinite suspension by the State Governor, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, over alleged dereliction of duty. Recall that Governor Nwifuru at the weekend announced the indefinite suspension of Mbam and his Infrastructure Development for Concession counterpart, Ogbonnaya Obasi Abara, citing lapses in the discharge of their responsibilities at the Ministry of Works. In a statement issued on his social handle after the suspension, Mbam acknowledged the weight of leadership and accepted responsibility for the unmet expectations under his watch. “Leadership and mentorship come with the ability to take accolades and the courage to take correction and reprimand,” he stated. The embattled commissioner reaffirmed his loyalty and accountability to the governor, describing him as his leader and mentor. He emphasised that p...

 No Fewer Than 12 States Have Enacted the Tax Reforms Law – Minister Designate Taiwo Oyedele No fewer than 12 states in Nigeria have enacted the Tax Harmonisation Law, a key component of the Federal Government's tax reform initiatives, according to Dr. Taiwo Oyedele, the newly appointed Minister of State for Finance (designate). Oyedele made the disclosure during a graduation ceremony for the MTN Foundation's Young Innovators and Entrepreneurs Training Initiative held at the Continental Hotel in Abuja. He noted that an additional 13 states have already tabled the law before their State Houses of Assembly for consideration, while others are at various stages of implementation. He highlighted the overarching goals of President Tinubu’s tax reforms: modernizing Nigeria's fiscal framework to enable businesses to thrive, protect vulnerable populations, and drive economic transformation. Oyedele also commended the MTN Foundation for its role in promoting entrepreneurship, noting ...

 Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup dream dashed as FIFA names DR Congo for play-offs FIFA on Wednesday confirmed the final line-up for the inter-confederation play-off tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, naming DR Congo as Africa’s representative and effectively ending Nigeria’s hopes of qualification. In an accreditation notice issued to journalists ahead of the competition, FIFA listed the six participating nations: Bolivia, DR Congo, Iraq, Jamaica, New Caledonia and Suriname. The confirmation comes after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) challenged their defeat in the CAF play-offs in November 2025. Nigeria had drawn 1-1 with DR Congo before losing on penalties. The NFF filed a protest, alleging that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during the decisive tie and seeking to have the result overturned. However, FIFA’s latest communication made no reference to any change in the qualified teams, indicating that the original result stands and that Nigeria’s appeal did not succeed. In...

 African supply chains under strain from Middle East conflict, Ramaphosa says South ​Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa said on ‌Wednesday that the escalating conflict in the Middle East was already putting strain on the ​African continent's supply chains and causing ​higher energy prices. Ramaphosa made the comments ⁠at an African energy conference in ​Cape Town, which is taking place at ​a time of extreme volatility on global energy markets, Reuters reported. Oil and gas prices have surged following Israeli and ​U.S. strikes on Iran and retaliation ​by Tehran that forced shutdowns of oil and ‌gas ⁠facilities across the region and disrupted shipping in the crucial Strait of Hormuz. "Africa is already experiencing the impact of the ​escalating conflict ​in ⁠the Middle East, with strains on supply chains and higher ​energy prices," Ramaphosa told the Africa ​Energy ⁠Indaba conference. "As we have seen with Russia-Ukraine and during the COVID-19 pandemic, shifting ...

 Lisa Rinna reveals daughter Delilah's terrifying 'possessed by the devil' health battle, bribing kids to stay on TV In her new book You Better Believe I'm Gonna Talk About It, Lisa Rinna opened up about the devastating challenges her family faced when her daughter Delilah was diagnosed with pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS).  Rinna recalled how the condition triggered severe panic attacks, obsessive behaviors, and frightening episodes that left her feeling helpless.  She described moments when Delilah screamed and pounded on windows, sometimes requiring her father, Harry Hamlin, to stay outside her classroom for hours or rush her to the hospital during intense breakdowns. Rinna emphasized how the illness disrupted everyday life and placed enormous strain on the family. She compared Delilah’s recurring panic episodes to “sundowning” patterns seen in dementia patients, noting that the unpredictability made d...

 It was very uncomfortable; Oprah Winfrey's ex-boyfriend reveals what it was like dating her John Tesh recently looked back on his brief romance with Oprah Winfrey in the 1970s, when both were young TV reporters in Nashville.  At the time, they worked for competing stations, and their relationship drew attention due to the social climate in the South.  Tesh recalled that being an interracial couple was “very uncomfortable back then,” but said they didn’t let public scrutiny define their time together. Because of their demanding schedules, the pair only saw each other about once a week, often joking privately about the stares they received in restaurants.  Tesh remembered how much fun it was when they were assigned to cover the same stories, noting that even then it was clear Winfrey was destined for greatness.  He described her as “something special” and said their relationship was more about companionship than public perception. As their careers advanced, the r...

 Man Allegedly Tried to 'Express Himself' to Mom Before Beating Her to Death When She Didn't Listen A scene unfolded in Milwaukee early on Feb. 24, when police responded to a call that would end in heartbreak. Hayward Jenkins, 38, is facing first-degree intentional homicide charges in connection with the death of his 66-year-old mother, Cheryl Jenkins, according to a criminal complaint obtained by PEOPLE.  Authorities allege that Cheryl was struck with a wooden baseball bat inside her own home. Officers arrived at the 1700 block of South 44th Street just after 8 a.m. after Cheryl’s fiancé reported that Jenkins had hit her on the head with the bat and left the residence.  Emergency responders found Cheryl lying face down in a guest room, the bat reportedly resting on her. CPR was attempted, but she was pronounced @! at the scene. The bedroom, according to the complaint, appeared “cluttered and had a broken metal bed frame,” a stark contrast to how Cheryl’s fiancé said it l...

 Sean 'Diddy' Combs lands early prison release as he fights to appeal 4-year sentence Sean “Diddy” Combs will be released from prison earlier than expected, with his new date set for April 25, 2028 about six weeks ahead of the original June 4 release.  The change comes after his acceptance into a federal drug‑abuse rehabilitation program, which can shorten sentences for inmates who complete it.  His representatives have emphasized that he has taken the program seriously, remaining focused on growth and rehabilitation. This adjustment follows previous changes to his sentence. In November 2025, his release date was pushed back after reports that he violated prison rules, including consuming homemade alcohol and participating in a prohibited three‑way phone call.  His team defended the phone call as protected under attorney‑client privilege, but prison officials disagreed.  Despite these setbacks, Combs has continued to pursue an appeal of his four‑year sentence, a...

 Fergie's ex-husband Josh Duhamel shares rare comments on their relationship 7 years after divorce Josh Duhamel recently opened up about his past marriage to Fergie, sharing that while their relationship ultimately ended in divorce, he has “no regrets.”  Speaking on The Skinny Confidential podcast, the actor explained that he and the singer simply had different worldviews, which made them incompatible long‑term.  Married in 2009, the pair separated in 2017 and finalized their divorce in 2019, but Duhamel emphasized that their differences don’t diminish the respect he has for her. The former couple share a son, Axl, born in 2013, and Duhamel praised Fergie as a devoted mother who is kind, wholesome, and non‑confrontational.  He noted that their co‑parenting relationship is strong and that his current wife, Audra Mari, also has a positive relationship with Fergie.  Duhamel highlighted that both women are very different but equally “great,” underscoring the harmony...

 Lauren Sanchez Bezos admits she broke down in tears at the prospect of daughter Ella leaving home to go to college Lauren Sánchez Bezos, newly married to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is preparing for another emotional milestone as her daughter Ella heads off to college later this year.  Sánchez, a former TV correspondent and mother of three, admitted during a recent interview that while she felt fine when her sons left home, her daughter’s departure has been far more difficult.  She joked about rebranding the term “empty nester” into something more positive, like “bird launcher,” while celebrating Ella’s artistic talents and future college journey. Her reflections come after already experiencing the bittersweet moment of sending her son Evan to the University of Miami last August.  Sánchez shared heartfelt posts about the transition, describing her pride and heartbreak as she watched him settle into his dorm.  Despite the challenges of letting go, she and Bezos c...

 He Truly Enjoyed People - Police Officer and Father of 2 Dies Less Than 24 Hours After Brain Infection Diagnosis Minnesota Officer and Father Leaves a Lasting Impact on Family, Students, and Community Sgt. Cody Siebert of the East Range Police Department passed away unexpectedly on February 27, less than 24 hours after doctors diagnosed him with a brain infection. The Minnesota officer leaves behind a grieving partner and two young children, ages 2 and 1. A GoFundMe campaign set up to support his family described Siebert as someone who had a “rare gift for connection.” “To know Cody was to have a friend,” the page read.  “If you crossed paths with him, you were in for a genuine conversation. He truly enjoyed people, and his absence leaves a void that will be felt by many.”  By Tuesday, March 3, the fundraiser had raised over $100,000 toward its $120,000 goal to help the family with immediate expenses and memorial costs as they adjust to life without him. Photos shared on...

 We Love You - David and Victoria Beckham Celebrate Brooklyn’s 27th Birthday Amid Past Family Tensions David and Victoria Beckham took a moment on Wednesday, March 4, to celebrate their eldest son Brooklyn Peltz Beckham’s 27th birthday with heartfelt posts on Instagram. David, 50, shared two throwback images to his Instagram Stories. The first showed a young Brooklyn smiling between his parents in a swimming pool. Alongside the image,  David wrote, “We love you x,” tagging Victoria, and added, “27 Today,” with a teary-eyed smiling emoji. The second image, in black and white, captured a slightly older Brooklyn posing with his dad. David captioned it, “Happy Birthday Bust,” adding a pink heart emoji, and added, “Love you x,” tagging Victoria once again. Victoria, 51, also joined in, resharing the same pool photo David posted with the message, “Happy birthday Brooklyn, we love you so much,” accompanied by a red love heart emoji.  She followed up with a black and white photo ...

 Khloé Kardashian Opens Up on Possibly Giving True a Sister, Shares Emotional Reflections Khloé Kardashian is reflecting on her family and what the future might hold, and it seems her thoughts on having another child are evolving.  During a recent episode of her podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land, the entrepreneur and mom of two opened up about a question that strikes at the heart of family and motherhood: would she ever consider having another baby? Initially, Kardashian said she wouldn’t rule it out entirely, noting that she would want to be married and have children with her next husband.  But she surprised her podcast team when she admitted she had considered using one of her remaining frozen embryos to give True, her 7-year-old daughter, a sister. “I do have a few more embryos in the freezer,” she shared. “And I was like, I don’t think I have the energy for another baby, but I do think girls need sisters. It could just be how I was raised. I feel like Tatum is gonna be fi...

 COAS RALLIES TRADITIONAL LEADERSHIP, INTENSIFIES OFFENSIVE TO CONSOLIDATE PEACE IN BENUE    The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu, on  Wednesday 4  March  2026, visited the palace of traditonal leaders in Benue as part of a strategic operational tour of Benue State and the wider North Central theatre. The visit underscored a renewed, coordinated resolve by the Nigerian Army to decisively flush out criminal elements destabilising Benue and contiguous states. During the engagement, the COAS reaffirmed the Army’s unwavering commitment to dismantling armed groups and criminal networks threatening lives and livelihoods across Benue, Nasarawa and Taraba States. He disclosed that the tour included a comprehensive assessment of Operation WHIRL STROKE and the 401 Special Forces Brigade, both headquartered in Makurdi, with a view to recalibrating ongoing operations for enhanced impact. Lt Gen Shaibu emphasised that beyond kinetic operations, the suppor...