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REAL HOUSEWIVES OF MIAMI STAR LISA HOCHSTEIN TURNS HERSELF IN OVER ALLEGED INTERCEPTION OF EX-HUSBAND’S COMMUNICATIONS. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Real Housewives of Miami star Lisa Hochstein turns herself in over alleged interception of ex-husband’s communications “Real Housewives of Miami” star Lisa Hochstein turned herself in to Miami authorities after being accused of unlawfully intercepting communications involving her ex-husband, according to her attorney. She was booked and assigned a $5,000 bond, though her legal team says she will be released on her own recognizance. Her attorney argued the case stems from a contentious divorce dispute and should not be handled in criminal court. Court records show Hochstein and her former boyfriend, Jody Glidden, are each facing a felony charge tied to the alleged interception of oral communications involving her ex-husband, plastic surgeon Leonard “Lenny” Hochstein. Glidden was previously arrested, posted bond, and pleaded not guilty while requesting additional time to file legal motions, including a possible dismissal and a jury trial. The legal filings come after Hochstein and L...

TITANIC SURVIVOR’S LIFE JACKET TO BE AUCTIONED IN RARE SALE MORE THAN 114 YEARS AFTER SINKING. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Titanic survivor’s life jacket to be auctioned in rare sale more than 114 years after sinking A life jacket worn by a survivor of the Titanic disaster is set to go under the hammer Saturday in a rare auction more than 114 years after the liner sank in one of history’s deadliest maritime tragedies. The U.K.-based auction house Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd. estimates the historic artifact could fetch between 250,000 pounds ($339,000) and 350,000 pounds ($474,000), describing it as one of the most significant Titanic-related items to come to market in years. The life jacket belonged to Laura Mabel Francatelli, a first-class passenger who was traveling aboard the RMS Titanic alongside her employer, fashion designer Lucy Duff Gordon, and Gordon’s husband, Cosmo Duff Gordon. Francatelli worked as a secretary to the designer, whose couture work was well known in London, Paris, and New York. The trio was en route to Chicago when the Titanic struck an iceberg on April 14, 1912, and sank in the ...

I BLAME UDOKA: NIA LONG DITCHES THE ‘DATING RULES’ BUT MAKES IT CLEAR SHE’S NOT CHECKING FOR MEN HER AGE. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

I blame Udoka: Nia Long ditches the ‘dating rules’ but makes it clear she’s not checking for men her age Nia Long has recently opened up about her views on relationships, sparking curiosity among fans. The 55-year-old actress, known for her role in Love Jones, candidly reflected on Keke Palmer’s viral comments about relationships, admitting that the idea of living separately from a partner now appeals to her. Having spent much of her life in long-term relationships, Long acknowledged how her perspective has shifted, especially after her highly publicized split from NBA coach Ime Udoka. Despite the challenges, she remains a celebrated figure in Hollywood and hip-hop culture, with rappers like J. Cole and Nas referencing her in their music. Her relationship with Udoka lasted 13 years, including a seven-year engagement that ended in 2023 following revelations of his infidelity with a Celtics staffer. Since then, Long has described herself as “kind of dating” b...

LENA DUNHAM SHARES HOW SHE MADE PEACE WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF WELCOMING KIDS DIFFERENTLY THAN SHE IMAGINED. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Lena Dunham shares how she made peace with the possibility of welcoming kids differently than she imagined Lena Dunham has been candid about her journey with endometriosis and the decision to undergo a hysterectomy. In her memoir Famesick, the 39-year-old actress recalls the moment she asked doctors for the procedure, describing how her mother’s presence and support gave her clarity. Dunham explained that living with constant pain made the surgery feel less like a choice and more like a necessity, noting that many people endure years of suffering before receiving a diagnosis. While the operation brought relief, she admitted that it also forced her to confront the loss of her ability to carry children, something she had always envisioned as part of her future. Reflecting on the aftermath, Dunham shared that the grief of losing that dream was profound, but she has since found hope in alternative paths to motherhood. She expressed excitement about the many way...

PATRICK SWAYZE'S WIDOW LISA NIEMI REVEALS SHE STILL TALKS TO HIS GHOST 17 YEARS AFTER HIS DEATH. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Patrick Swayze's widow Lisa Niemi reveals she still talks to his ghost 17 years after his death Lisa Niemi, widow of actor Patrick Swayze, has shared that she still feels a strong connection to her late husband nearly 17 years after his passing. She explained that she often talks to him, hears his voice, and even seeks his advice, which helps her cope with loneliness. Niemi keeps photos of Swayze around her home and says his presence remains a constant part of her life. She recalled the devastating moment when Swayze was diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer in 2008, describing it as an “instant nightmare” that they faced together until his death in 2009. After losing Swayze, Niemi endured profound grief, having spent 34 years married to him. She admitted that the loneliness was overwhelming, though she eventually found love again and married jeweler Albert DePrisco in 2014. Niemi has continued to honor Swayze’s memory through her advocacy with the Panc...

KRISTIN CABOT SAYS SHE’LL NEVER ATTEND ANOTHER COLDPLAY CONCERT AS CHRIS MARTIN ‘NEVER’ CHECKED ON HER. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Kristin Cabot says she’ll never attend another Coldplay concert as Chris Martin ‘never’ checked on her Kristin Cabot, once Chief People Officer at Astronomer, became an unexpected viral figure after the infamous Coldplay kiss cam incident in July 2025. During the concert in Foxborough, Massachusetts, she and CEO Andy Byron ducked when the camera landed on them, prompting Chris Martin to joke about an affair. The clip spread worldwide, racking up over a billion views, and ultimately led to Byron’s resignation and Cabot stepping down from her role. But while Byron faded from the spotlight, Cabot was left to deal with relentless public scrutiny, paparazzi outside her home, and hundreds of calls daily, which she says made her “unemployable.” Cabot has since spoken out about the ordeal, describing the fallout as deeply damaging to her family. She revealed that her children were embarrassed and even frightened by the attention, while she herself endured dozens of...

THE CODE OF CONDUCT ADVISORY ISSUED BY THE NATIONAL BROADCASTING COMMISSION IS YET ANOTHER TROUBLING ATTEMPT TO MUZZLE THE MEDIA AND SHRINK THE SPACE FOR FREE EXPRESSION IN NIGERIA.- ATIKU ABUBAKAR.(PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

"The Code of Conduct advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission is yet another troubling attempt to muzzle the media and shrink the space for free expression in Nigeria. Our media industry has grown into a formidable institution, respected globally for its resilience and professionalism. It is therefore alarming that, each time elections approach, the NBC resorts to heavy-handed directives that do more to silence dissent than to uphold ethical journalism. I stand firmly with Nigeria’s broadcast industry and all media platforms resisting this creeping censorship. Let it be clear: ethical standards are not seasonal tools to be weaponised during campaigns, they are constant obligations. The timing and tone of these regulations expose a deeper agenda. It signals a government more interested in controlling narratives than permitting a free, fair, and transparent electoral process. –AA

NBC WARNS PRESENTERS AGAINST BIAS, BULLYING AND BREACH OF BROADCAST CODE. (PHOTOS)

- April 18, 2026

NBC warns presenters against bias, bullying and breach of broadcast code. NBC warns presenters against bias, bullying, breach of broadcast code The National Broadcasting Commission has raised concern over what it described as a growing lack of professionalism among anchors and presenters, warning that violations of the Nigeria Broadcasting Code will attract sanctions as the 2027 general elections approach. In a statement issued on Friday via its Facebook page by the Office of the Director General, Public Affairs Department and signed by management, the commission said it had observed a “disturbing departure from the core principles of broadcast journalism,” with presenters increasingly breaching ethical standards on fairness, balance and neutrality.... More photos below.

CNN INVESTIGATION EXPOSES GLOBAL ‘ONLINE RAPE ACADEMY’ WHERE MEN SHARE TIPS ON DRUGGING AND SEXUALLY ASSAULTING WOMEN. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

CNN Investigation Exposes Global ‘Online Rape Academy’ Where Men Share Tips on Drugging and Sexually Assaulting Women A months-long investigation by CNN has uncovered disturbing online networks where men exchange advice, materials, and videos on how to drug and sexually assault women, often their own partners, without their knowledge or consent. Experts and lawmakers have described these hidden communities, operating across websites and encrypted messaging platforms such as Telegram, as an “online rape academy.” According to the report, members of these groups share detailed tips on drugging women, carrying out assaults while victims are unconscious, and methods to evade detection. Some chatrooms reportedly encourage users to upload videos of the assaults and discuss ways to avoid being caught. The investigation links the rise of such networks to high-profile criminal cases, including one in France where a man was accused of repeatedly drugging his wife and facilitating her ...

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES PROFESSOR EMERITUS ABIOLA ODEJIDE ON HER 80TH BIRTHDAY. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES PROFESSOR EMERITUS ABIOLA ODEJIDE ON HER 80TH BIRTHDAY President Bola Tinubu has extended his best wishes to Professor Emeritus Abiola Odejide on her 80th birthday, commending her remarkable achievements, scholarship, and service to the nation. Prof Abiola Odejide is the first female Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) of the University of Ibadan between 2004 and 2006 and the first Professor of Children’s Literature in Nigeria. She is a Fellow of the Nigerian Academy of Letters. A statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, indicates that President Tinubu acknowledges Emeritus Professor Odejide’s outstanding contributions to academia, particularly in English and Literary Studies, where she has distinguished herself as a scholar of global repute. While also extolling her pioneering role in advancing gender advocacy, cultural development, and educational excellence President Tinubu notes t...

BAUCHI GOV BALA MOHAMMED’S PLANNED DEFECTION TO APC COLLAPSES OVER POWER-SHARING DISPUTE. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Bauchi Gov Bala Mohammed’s Planned Defection to APC Collapses Over Power-Sharing Dispute The planned defection of Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has failed after both parties could not reach an agreement on a power-sharing formula. Talks between the governor, his Turaki-led PDP faction, and the APC leadership ended in a deadlock following the APC’s rejection of a proposed 60–40 formula for the control of the party structure in the state. The governor and his supporters have now declared their intention to explore alignment with other political parties, saying fresh options are being considered for a possible defection from the ward to the state level. Addressing journalists on Saturday, Chairman of the Turaki-led PDP faction in Bauchi State, Sama’ila Burga, said the APC had shown it was not ready to accommodate the PDP structure and the state government. Burga revealed that the APC initia...

FORMER NFA CHAIRMAN IBRAHIM GALADIMA DIES AT 75.(PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Former NFA Chairman Ibrahim Galadima dies at 75 Alhaji Ibrahim Galadima, a former chairman of the Nigeria Football Association (NFA), has died on Saturday after a prolonged illness. His death was confirmed by former Secretary-General of the NFA, Sani Ahmed Toro. Galadima was a prominent figure in Nigerian sports administration, having led the NFA before it was restructured into the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). He also served as Chairman of the Kano State Sports Council between 1981 and 1983. Born in 1951 in Fagge, Kano, Galadima had a long-standing career in sports governance. He was a member of the National Sports Commission and was elected Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee in 1985, a position he held until 1987. He was later reappointed as Chairman of the Kano State Sports Council and continued to play key roles at both state and national levels. Galadima also served on the Presidential Monitoring Committee on the development of sports facilities for the 1995...

A WYNNE, ARKANSAS WOMAN'S HOME WAS DESTROYED BY SWAT SEARCHING FOR A SUSPECT.(PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

"Don't destroy my home, I need somewhere to lay my head." A Wynne, Arkansas woman's home was destroyed by SWAT searching for a suspect. Miss GrandesterJohnson-El received a distressing call while at work on Tuesday afternoon. The caller told Grandester that her home was being surrounded by police. It would be another 12 hours before she would be allowed back on her property and discovered what had been done. SWAT was in the area searching for the suspect in a fatal shooting who is still at large. According to reports, authorities received a tip that the suspect in the fatal shooting of Javon Beal had been seen cutting across Grandester's lawn. Due to that tip, authorities theorized the suspect could be in the home. The entire neighborhood was evacuated, and power was cut to the area. SWAT moved in on Grandester's home despite her protests that there was no one in her home. While Grandester waited at a nearby park until 3 a.m., her home was completely ...

A PENNSYLVANIA MAN STABBED A TEENAGE GIRL AFTER SHE AND HER FRIENDS JOKED ABOUT HIM SMELLING BAD.(PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

A Pennsylvania man st*bbed a teenage girl after she and her friends joked about him smelling bad. This incident occurred at the Willow Grove Park Mall in Abington Township, Pennsylvania, on the afternoon of April 15th. The involved parties have conflicting details of the incident. The suspect, 23-year-old Angel Ortiz, claims he acted out of self-defense, saying he was struck in the head by the 14-year-old girl and feared for his life. The 14-year-old girl was questioned while being treated at the hospital. In her account, she claims that her and two friends were riding on the escalator and began joking with each other about smelling badly. She says the afternoon got serious when the girls turned to Ortiz and told him that "he smelled bad". This reportedly upset Ortiz and a verbal confrontation began. However, a security guard was nearby and intervened. The teen victim alleged that Ortiz returned after the security guard left the vicinity and got in their fa...

NATHALIE BAYE HAS PASSED AWAY AT THE AGE OF 77.(PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Nathalie Baye Passes Away at 77 After Illness, Family Confirms Nathalie Baye has passed away at the age of 77. Her family confirmed that the respected French actress d!ed at her home in Paris on April 18, following a diagnosis of Lewy body dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory, movement, and behavior. Born in 1948 to artist parents, Baye grew up surrounded by creativity. She later trained at the Simon Course acting school, graduating in 1972 with a strong foundation in drama, comedy, and international theatre. Her early years in film included roles in French productions such as “The Mouth Agape,” “The Last Woman,” and “The Green Room,” where she steadily built her reputation. Over time, she became one of France’s most respected screen figures, known for her calm presence and careful approach to each role. As her career evolved, Baye also stepped into international projects. She appeared in Catch Me If You Can, directed by Steven Spielberg, and later featured ...

THAT WAS REAL - LEANN RIMES ADDRESSES REACTIONS TO TEARFUL VIRAL MOMENT. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

That Was Real - LeAnn Rimes Addresses Reactions to Tearful Viral Moment LeAnn Rimes is speaking out after her emotional reaction in a viral wellness video got people talking. The singer, known for “How Do I Live,” addressed the moment during a livestream on April 18 with Garry Lineham, founder of Human Garage, the group behind the session. In the original clip, Rimes underwent a jaw release technique, a form of bodywork that focuses on easing tension in the fascia. The footage showed Lineham working inside her mouth while she reacted in real time, moving from surprise to tears, and then into laughter. The response online was mixed. Some viewers questioned whether the emotional moment was genuine, suggesting it might have been exaggerated for the camera. Rimes did not shy away from that criticism. “People were saying, ‘Of course the camera was on, she was going to cry,’” she said with a laugh. “I can act, but I’m not that good. I’m not Meryl Streep.” She went on to explain that wha...

PENNSYLVANIA MAN ACCUSED OF STEALING MORE THAN 100 CORPSES WAIVES HEARING AHEAD OF TRIAL. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Pennsylvania man accused of stealing more than 100 corpses waives hearing ahead of trial A Pennsylvania man accused of stealing more than 100 corpses and human remains waived his preliminary hearing Friday, clearing the way for a summer trial in a case that has drawn widespread attention. Jonathan Christian Gerlach, 34, of Ephrata, appeared in Delaware County court for the first time since his Jan. 6 arrest, wearing a yellow jail jumpsuit and handcuffs as he formally waived the hearing before District Judge W. Keith Williams II. He faces more than 500 state charges, including theft, burglary, abuse of a corpse, and desecration of a public monument, stemming from allegations that he broke into mausoleums and underground vaults at Mount Moriah Cemetery, a historic burial ground spanning Yeadon and southwest Philadelphia. Prosecutors dropped four burglary counts tied to Mount Moriah on Friday but added two new burglary charges from other Pennsylvania counties, though details were not...

AUTHORITIES SEEK SUSPECT AFTER ATTEMPTED ARSON AT TESLA BUILDING IN NEW ORLEANS. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Authorities seek suspect after attempted arson at Tesla building in New Orleans Authorities in New Orleans are asking for the public’s help identifying a person accused of attempting to set fire to a Tesla facility early Tuesday morning in a suspected arson attack captured on surveillance video. The incident happened around 2:54 a.m. at the Tesla of New Orleans location on Tchoupitoulas Street, according to fire officials. Video released by investigators shows an individual approaching the building and throwing what appears to be a Molotov cocktail at the front entrance, triggering a large fireball on impact. Additional surveillance footage from a nearby property appears to show the same person walking away from the area after the explosion. Officials said the building’s owner contacted police to report damage from the attempted attack. As of Friday morning, no arrests had been made. Law enforcement has previously seen Tesla facilities targeted in vandalism case...

TWO CANDIDATES, PARENT ARRESTED FOR FALSIFYING UTME SCORES WITH AI — JAMB.(PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Two candidates, parent arrested for falsifying UTME scores with AI — JAMB. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced the arrest of two candidates and a parent for allegedly falsifying 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results using artificial intelligence and other electronic tools. The board disclosed this on Friday, April 17, while releasing the results of 632,788 candidates who sat the examination on Thursday, April 16. JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, said the suspects were apprehended for manipulating official SMS result notifications to fabricate or alter scores with the intention of deceiving parents, guardians and members of the public. “Currently, two candidates and one parent are in custody for engaging in result falsification using AI and other electronic means,” the statement said. Benjamin described the act as a serious criminal offence and warned that the board would ensure all those involved face the full weight of the law. H...

DANGOTE TRUCK CRUSHES FARMER TO DEATH IN GBOKO, BENUE. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

DANGOTE TRUCK CRUSHES FARMER TO DEATH IN GBOKO, BENUE A tragic road accident has claimed the life of a farmer in Adekaa, Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident reportedly involved a Dangote truck, leaving eyewitnesses in shock. A farmer has reportedly lost his life after being crushed by a truck belonging to Dangote Group in Adekaa, Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State. According to an eyewitness identified as Aboji One, the tragic incident occurred on a hot afternoon as the victim was returning from his farm. The impact of the crash was described as severe, with the victim reportedly sustaining fatal injuries. “It happened right in front of me. I have not seen such an accident in a long time,” the eyewitness said, expressing shock over the development. Sources at the scene indicated that the victim could not be immediately identified due to the extent of the injuries sustained in the crash. Police officers, including individuals identified as Angura ...

DELTA POLICE ARREST OF SUSPECTS IN DRUG-RELATED STATEWIDE RAIDS, AND RECOVERY OF LARGE CACHE OF HARD DRUGS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

- April 18, 2026

PRESS RELEASE DELTA POLICE COMMAND ARREST OF SUSPECTS IN DRUG-RELATED STATEWIDE RAIDS, AND RECOVERY OF LARGE CACHE OF HARD DRUGS The Delta State Police Command has recorded major breakthroughs in its ongoing operations, foiling a kidnap plot and disrupting drug networks through coordinated raids. 1. ARREST OF NOTORIOUS DRUG BARON; LARGE QUANTITIES OF SUSPECTED HARD DRUGS RECOVERED: On 15 April 2026 at about 2223hrs, Anti-Crime Patrol operatives of orerokpe division raided a drug hideout in Ugholo community, arresting Justina Onokpasa (F), 33. During the raid, the operatives Recovered exhibits which includes two large bags of weeds suspected to be Canadian loud and also three hundred (300) small cans of substances also suspected to be Canadian Loud, thirty (30) bottles of CSC codeine, ten (10) sachets of tramadol, two (2) sachets of ‘Super Royal’ (Redboy), twelve (12) sachets of Swinol, twelve (12) pieces of molly drugs, and four hundred (400) empty distribution c...

JULIA ROBERTS’ BROTHER PUBLICLY APOLOGIZES FOR SAYING HE MADE HER FAMOUS, SAYS RIFT RUMORS ARE UNTRUE. (PHOTO)

- April 18, 2026

Julia Roberts’ brother publicly apologizes for saying he made her famous, says rift rumors are untrue Eric Roberts is putting an end to long-standing speculation about a supposed feud with his sister Julia Roberts. Speaking on April 14, the actor dismissed the idea of any deep rift, saying the narrative was never true. He emphasized that while they may have normal family disagreements, they respect and care for each other. Roberts praised Julia as both a talented actress and a “wonderful human,” making clear that the rumors of animosity have been exaggerated. The speculation has lingered for years, partly because the siblings rarely speak about each other publicly, which fueled curiosity. Eric explained that they avoid discussing one another in interviews because it often gets twisted into a competition, even though they were never vying for the same roles. He stressed that any issues between them are simply day-to-day disagreements, not evidence of a long-...

NATALIE PORTMAN HAS CONFIRMED SHE IS EXPECTING HER THIRD CHILD.(PHOTO)

- April 18, 2026

I’m Very Grateful - Natalie Portman Announces Pregnancy With Third Child Natalie Portman has confirmed she is expecting her third child. The 44 year old actress shared the news in an interview with Harper's Bazaar, revealing that this will be her first child with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable. “Tanguy and I are very excited,” she said. “I’m just very grateful. I know it’s such a privilege and a miracle.” Her words carried a thoughtful tone as she reflected on how personal and complex pregnancy can be. Natalie explained that her background shaped how she views the experience. She grew up in a home where fertility was openly discussed, her father being a doctor in that field. Because of that, she said she understands how difficult the journey can be for many people. “I have people I love who’ve struggled with it,” she shared. “So I try to be respectful. It’s a beautiful thing, but it’s not always easy.” Natalie already has two children, Aleph, 14, and Amalia, 9, ...

ANAMBRA POLICE ARREST FAKE JAMB COORDINATOR, RECOVER EIGHT JAMB EXAMINATION SLIPS AND OTHER INCRIMINATING ITEMS IN ATANI. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

- April 18, 2026

ANAMBRA POLICE ARREST FAKE JAMB COORDINATOR, RECOVER EIGHT JAMB EXAMINATION SLIPS AND OTHER INCRIMINATING ITEMS IN ATANI Operatives of the IGP’s Safe School Initiative of the Anambra State Police Command, in the morning of 14th April 2026, arrested one male suspect, Eric Nwombu, for alleged criminal impersonation and unlawful possession of JAMB examination materials. Items recovered includes eight (8) JAMB examination slips and an exercise book containing names and examination numbers of students, which he could not satisfactorily account for. The arrest followed a report of how the suspect was collecting 2026 JAMB examination slips from students who had come to check their examination centers in a Cyber cafe, Atani. Upon inquiry, the suspect allegedly claimed to be a JAMB 2026 coordinator in Atani. The Staff of the Computer center dissatisfied with his response and suspicious of his actions, alerted the Police Operatives in the area. On sighting the Operatives approa...

ACTRESS NADIA FARES DIES AGED 57 AFTER BEING FOUND UNCONSCIOUS IN SWIMMING POOL OF FRENCH GYM AS HER DAUGHTERS PAY TRIBUTE TO 'A GREAT ARTIST AND MOTHER'. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Actress Nadia Fares dies aged 57 after being found unconscious in swimming pool of French gym as her daughters pay tribute to 'a great artist and mother' Nadia Fares has died at the age of 57 following a medical emergency at a luxury gym in Paris. The actress was found unconscious in a swimming pool at a high end fitness club in the Blanche and Montmartre area on April 11. She had reportedly been swimming laps when she suddenly lost consciousness. According to the prosecutor’s office, she was discovered at the bottom of the pool and was found in a position resembling a yoga posture. Another swimmer at the facility immediately began CPR before emergency services arrived. She was rushed to Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, where she was placed in a medically induced coma. Despite medical efforts, she later suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away on Friday. Her daughters, Cylia and Shana Chasman, confirmed the news in a statement, describing her loss as deeply personal and heartbreak...

Y2026 HAJJ: LAGOS TO INOCULATE 1,600 INTENDING PILGRIMS, BEGINS SENSITISATION PROGRAMME. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

- April 18, 2026

Y2026 HAJJ: LAGOS TO INOCULATE 1,600 INTENDING PILGRIMS, BEGINS SENSITISATION PROGRAMME The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has implemented necessary measures for the inoculation of its 1,600 intending pilgrims participating in the 2026 Hajj exercise in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This was disclosed by the Board Secretary, Mr. AbdulHakeem Ajomagberin, in a statement released on Thursday. In a letter addressed to the Director, Port Health Services (Federal Ministry of Health) in Ikeja, Lagos, Ajomagberin said that the arrangement is to ensure effective participation of pilgrims and smooth coordination of the exercise in line with public health requirements. While revealing that pilgrims would be administered with meningitis, oral polio, yellow fever and influenza vaccines during the exercise, he sought the cooperation and necessary support of the officials of the Port Health Services towards the successful conduct of the important exercise. The inoculation, w...

EKE AWKA TRADERS URGE FG INTERVENTION OVER ESCALATING COMMODITY PRICES. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

- April 18, 2026

Eke Awka Traders Urge FG Intervention Over Escalating Commodity Prices ‎ ‎By Chizoba Okeke ‎ ‎Traders at Eke Awka Market have appealed to the Federal Government to implement sustainable measures to address the persistent escalation in the prices of goods and commodities. ‎ ‎The appeal was made during a market survey conducted by the media to assess prevailing commodity prices and market conditions. Findings indicated a sharp increase in the prices of several items, accompanied by a steady decline in patronage as residents contend with the rising cost of living. ‎ ‎Speaking in an interview, Mrs. Joy Nwanna, a dealer in mother care products, stated that while the prices of some goods had increased, others had remained relatively stable. ‎ ‎Master Obinna Anikwe, a cosmetics merchant, attributed the upward review of product prices to the recent hike in fuel prices. He explained that increased transportation and supply costs had directly impacted the retail prices of cosmetics. ‎ ‎Mrs....

ANAMBRA STATE GOVERNMENT DIRECTS RESIDENTS TO DESILT THEIR DRAINAGES IN READINESS TO IMPENDING RAINY SEASON. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

- April 18, 2026

Anambra State Government Directs residents to Desilt their Drainages in readiness to impending rainy season By Chris Chikelue Anambra State Government has issued a directive to residents in the state to clear their drainages so as to open the waterways for free flow of rain water even as the rainy season commences this year. This was contained in a release entitled, 'Operation Desilt Your Waterways/Drainage Channels 3.0 Promoting Community Participation For a Sustainable Environment in Anambra State', signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Tochukwu Obodogha and made available to the public. The date for the commencement of the exercise according to the release is Monday, April 27 year instant. The release stated that the exercise is in pursuant to the Governor Charles Soludo's agenda to transform the state into a smart mega city and African Dubai-Taiwan Silicon-Valey and in line with the Public Health Law (2006), Anambra State Drainage Management Polic...

ABIA GOVT DIRECTS HOSPITALS: SAVE LIVES FIRST BEFORE DEMANDING PAYMENT. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

Abia Govt Directs Hospitals: Save Lives First Before Demanding Payment The Abia State Government has directed doctors, nurses, and other medical personnel in public hospitals to prioritize saving the lives of emergency patients before requesting any form of payment. The directive was issued during an ongoing training programme organized for doctors, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technicians, and other healthcare workers in Umuahia. The training, which is also preparing Patients Liaison Officers (PLOs) for various hospitals across the state, emphasized the need for improved patient-personnel relationships. Medical staff were cautioned against using harsh language on patients and their relatives, and were instead encouraged to adopt soft, courteous words and provide close, compassionate care. Speaking at the training session, the Chief Executive Officer of Quantus Medical Foundation, Dr. Nnenna Ihekoromadu, condemned the poor patient-personnel relationship often experienced in Nig...

AFN: WE DIDN’T BLOCK FAVOUR OFILI’S BID TO SWITCH NATIONALITY TO TURKEY. (PHOTO).

- April 18, 2026

AFN: We didn’t block Favour Ofili’s bid to switch nationality to Turkey The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) says it was not behind World Athletics’ decision to block Favour Ofili’s switch of nationality allegiance to Turkey. In a chat on Friday, Maxwell Kumoye, AFN spokesperson, dispelled reports that the federation attempted to block Ofili’s switch, adding that World Athletics (WA) reached its verdict based on independent findings

CRACKDOWN ON TERROR: TROOPS INTERCEPT LARGE CACHE OF AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE COMPONENTS ON KADUNA-JOS HIGHWAY. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

- April 18, 2026

CRACKDOWN ON TERROR: TROOPS INTERCEPT LARGE CACHE OF AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE COMPONENTS ON KADUNA-JOS HIGHWAY In a significant breakthrough for internal security, vigilant troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have dealt a significant blow to the logistics network of terrorists elements operating within its Joint Operations Area. The troops deployed at Manchok and reinforced by its Special Forces Tactical Team, successfully intercepted a high-capacity shipment of heavy ammunition and suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) components during a precision stop-and-search operation in Kaduna State. This occurred at approximately 11:45am on Thursday, 16 April 2026, near the Boys Science Secondary School along the Manchok-Jos road. A navy-blue Opel Wagon commercial vehicle, with registration number plate NSR 154 TA KANO, was traveling with 7 passengers on board. Upon flagging down the vehicle, troops conducted a comprehensive search that led to the discovery of a lethal c...

UNILORIN VC APPALUDS OLUKOYEDE ON IMPACTFUL FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

- April 18, 2026

Unilorin VC Appaluds Olukoyede on Impactful Fight against Corruption The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Professor Wahab Egbewole, SAN has commended the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede for his giant strides in the fight against economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption in the country. He gave the commendation in Abuja on Friday, April 17, 2026 when he led a delegation of the management team of the university on a courtesy visit to the EFCC boss at the Commission’s corporate headquarters. Egbewole, who noted that the success of the anti-corruption fight was central to a better Nigeria, praised Olukoyede for the massive recoveries of proceeds of crime and the channeling of such recoveries to result-oriented national ventures. “You are doing a wonderful job in the EFCC. I have followed very keenly because I believe that if we are able to solve the challenge of economic an...