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 AU Commission Chairperson Arrives in Bamako to Revive Dialogue With Mali Mahmoud Ali Youssouf arrived for a two-day official visit, according to an AU statement. He was welcomed by Mali’s Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop and is also expected to meet with President Assimi Goïta, it said, Sputnik reported. The visit comes as Mali remains suspended from AU activities since June 2021. The AU has reaffirmed its support for Mali’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while proposing increased assistance to the security sector.

 Dutch referee Rob Dieperink dies weeks after removal from World Cup officiating list Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 38, weeks after FIFA removed him from its list of officials for the World Cup. The Dutch Football Association (KNVB) confirmed his death in a statement, saying it was “shocked and deeply saddened” by the news. His cause of death has not been disclosed. Dieperink was arrested in April by the Metropolitan Police in the United Kingdom following a report of an alleged sexual assault involving a teenage boy in London. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said officers responded on April 9 to a report of sexual assault at an address in Croydon and arrested a man in his 30s on suspicion of the offence. Police later said that after reviewing available evidence, including CCTV footage and digital devices, the investigation had concluded that “the evidential threshold had not been met” and no further action would be taken. Following the investigation, FIFA co...

 LAGOS BEGINS SALE OF FORMS FOR 2027/1448 A.H. HAJJ, RAMADAN UMRAH, URGES EARLY REGISTRATION The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has commenced the sale of application forms for intending pilgrims for the 2027/1448 A.H. Hajj and Ramadan Umrah exercises in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Board Secretary, Mr. Abdul-Hakeem Ajomagberin disclosed this in a statement on Monday. He urged intending pilgrims to register early and commence payment of fares in line with the timetable released by Saudi Arabian authorities and the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON). According to Ajomagberin, the Hajj application form costs ₦20,000 while the Umrah form costs ₦10,000. Both are payable at the Accounts Department of the Board. For Hajj, intending pilgrims are to pay an initial deposit of ₦7 million via bank draft drawn from any commercial bank in favour of the Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board. He noted that any increase or reduction in the final fare would be communicat...

 Woman arrested for asking her child to dump refuse into the drainage The Lagos State government today arrested a woman identified as Mrs. McCarthy, of No. 56 Adaranijo Street, Pedro, Shomolu, who allegedly encouraged her child to dispose of refuse into a covered drainage channel. Confirming her arrest to newsmen, the state Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the Ministry received a report of the incident and immediately drafted its enforcement officers to the area and arrested the woman for violating the State’s environmental laws. ‘’We expect every resident to act responsibly and to educate their children on the importance of protecting public infrastructure, particularly drainage systems. Encouraging acts that contribute to blocked drains and environmental degradation is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. A clean, safe, and flood-resilient environment is a shared responsibility. We urge all residents to dispose of waste properly and support ...

 Each and every one of you is guilty - Danish aid worker Anja Ringgren Lovén slams Nigerians filming malnourished child accused of being a witch in viral video  Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgren Lovén has reacted to a viral video of Nigerians filming a child accused of being a witch.    Lovén has rescued dozens of children branded as witches, tortured and abandoned by their families in Akwa Ibom State.    The video shows a child in a visibly disturbing condition, appearing malnourished and neglected.   According to claims accompanying the video, “the child witch with an adult face, who disguised as a bird, fell from a tree”   Reacting to the video, Lovén slammed the adults for not helping the child who is clearly in need, reiterating her stance that children are not witches.    “I have saved this video as evidence for everyone standing around not helping an innocent child in desperate need for help !!!! Each and every one of you are guilt...

 Bandits Kidnap 17 Residents In Fresh Southern Kaduna Attacks Armed bandits have reportedly abducted at least 17 residents and injured one person during a fresh wave of attacks on communities in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, according to SaharaReporters.  The incidents occurred between Saturday and the early hours of Monday, according to residents who spoke about the attacks. The latest assault took place on Monday morning in Hanya Maro, where gunmen reportedly attacked farmers working on their farmlands and kidnapped six people. The number of casualties from the attack has not yet been confirmed. Earlier attacks were reported in Ungwan Busa and Banono Angwaku between Saturday and Sunday. In Ungwan Busa, three residents were abducted while one person sustained injuries. In Banono Angwaku, eight people were reportedly taken away by the attackers, with no injuries recorded. The renewed attacks have deepened concerns over the worsening security situation in Kajuru...

Alleged N27b Fraud: Witness Reveals How N1.8b Meant for Christmas Grains in Taraba was Siphoned A third Prosecution Witness, PW3, in the trial l of former Taraba State Governor, Darius Dickson Ishaku alongside the former permanent Secretary in the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in the state, Bello Yero, on Monday, July 13, 2026, informed Justice S.C. Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory , FCT,  High Court Abuja,  how       N1, 800, 000,  000, 000 (One Billion, Eight Hundred Million Naira), meant for the purchase of Christmas grains in Taraba State,  was  transferred into his company account from one of the Local Government Salary Transmission Accounts. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, is prosecuting Ishaku and Yero on a 15-count charge  bordering on criminal breach of trust, conspiracy and conversion of public funds to the tune of N27,000,000,000.00 (Twenty-Seven Billion Naira). Led in evidence b...

Disney’s live-action Moana tops box office with underwhelming $95 million global debut The Walt Disney Company’s live-action adaptation of “Moana” debuted at the top of the domestic box office but fell short of expectations, earning an estimated $43 million in the United States and Canada during its opening weekend. The film added another $52 million from international markets, bringing its global debut to $95 million against a reported production budget of $250 million. Disney entered the release with high hopes for one of its most successful franchises. The original 2016 animated film remains the most-watched movie on Disney+, while “Moana 2” surpassed $1 billion worldwide after its record-breaking Thanksgiving debut in 2024. Directed by Thomas Kail, the remake stars Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui alongside newcomer Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana. While Lagaʻaia’s performance has drawn praise, the film has received largely negative reviews from critics, many of whom criticized it for ...

 Thai officials investigate deadly Bangkok bar fire that killed 27 as safety concerns emerge    Thai authorities are investigating a deadly fire at a Bangkok music bar that killed at least 27 people and injured dozens, with officials examining whether safety failures contributed to the high death toll. The blaze broke out shortly before midnight Sunday at the Na Ladprao music bar and quickly spread throughout the building. Witness videos showed flames consuming the venue as thick black smoke poured from the entrance while patrons rushed to escape. Investigators later found extensive damage to the ceiling, with large sections burned and collapsed, leaving tables and floors covered in ash and debris. Officials are focusing on how the fire started and how quickly it spread. A musician who was performing at the time reportedly saw smoke coming from a circuit breaker near the stage before the electricity went out, followed by an explosion and a rapid buildup of smoke inside th...

 NIGERIAN ARMY BURSTS ARMS TRAFFICKING RING, SEIZES ILLEGAL WEAPONS IN KADUNA Troops of Sector 7, Operation ENDURING PEACE, have successfully disrupted a suspected arms trafficking syndicate and recovered a cache of illegal weapons during a coordinated, intelligence-driven operation in Kaduna State. Acting on credible intelligence regarding the movement of illicit arms from Jos, Plateau State, to Niger State, troops conducted a targeted stop-and-search operation in the early hours of Monday, 13 July 2026. During the operation, an ash-coloured Mercedes-Benz was intercepted at the Samaru Checkpoint in Zangon Kataf Local Government Area. A thorough search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of three locally fabricated AK-47 rifles and four submachine guns (SMGs) carefully concealed within the vehicle. In the course of the operation, one suspect attempted to evade arrest and was shot while trying to escape. He was promptly evacuated to Sector 7 Medical Centre in Kafanchan, where he...

 The Anambra State magistrate Court has remanded the owner and publisher of IgboTimes Magazine, Ejike Ofoegbu, at the Amawbia Correctional Centre pending further court proceedings. Ejike Ofoegbu was arrested for publishing false information against Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo and his family. The case was brought before the court today 13th of July, after which the judge ordered that the defendant be kept in custody while the legal process continues. Further hearings on the matter are expected in the coming days. EARLIER REPORT: ⚖️ MAN ARRAIGNED OVER ALLEGEDLY FALSE POSTS ABOUT GOV. SOLUDO AND HIS SON The Anambra State Police Command has arraigned Ejike Ofoegbu, the alleged owner and publisher of Igbo Times Magazine and iNews, over allegations of publishing false and defamatory reports about the family of Governor Charles Soludo. According to the police, the case followed a petition alleging that Ofoegbu published fabricated stories on social media claiming, am...

EFCC Secures Interim Forfeiture of Landed Property in Abuja   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, July 13, 2026, secured an interim forfeiture of Plot 1, Sabon Gida, Cadastral Zone, Abuja.  The order was granted by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT,  High Court, Apo, Abuja, following an application filed by the Commission. Moving the motion, EFCC’s counsel, Samuel Ugwuegbulan, informed the court that the application was filed to preserve the property pending the conclusion of the investigation by the  EFCC. He also told the court that the application was supported by a 13-paragraph affidavit deposed to by one Ifeoma Ezire, who is an administrative staff in the Legal and Prosecution Department of the Commission. “My lord, we rely on all the provisions in the affidavit and we also filed a written address in support of this application which we seek to adopt as our argument in support of our application and we urge...

 Oyo State Rocked by Fresh Kidnapping: Headmaster Abducted, N30 Million Ransom Demanded Fear has resurfaced across Oyo State following the abduction of Matthew Owoade, a 60-year-old primary school headmaster, by suspected gunmen. The distressing incident, which occurred in the Itesiwaju Local Government Area, comes barely 24 hours after schoolchildren and teachers previously kidnapped in the Oriire Local Government Area were successfully rescued, raising urgent questions about security in the region. Mr. Owoade, the headmaster of Nomadic Basic School, Igbojaye, and a prominent member of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), was reportedly seized around 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. He was ambushed while returning home from his farm in Budo Aare, also within Itesiwaju Local Government Area. His abductors have since contacted his family, demanding a substantial N30 million ransom for his release. Union Confirms Abduction, Calls for Action The Oyo State NUT secretary, Salami Olukayode, confir...

 Manchester United in Advanced Talks to Sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa United Pivot to Tielemans as Éderson Deal Stalls Manchester United are rapidly progressing in negotiations to sign Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans. The Red Devils pivoted to the Belgian international after their anticipated move for Atalanta's Éderson encountered unexpected complications. United's director of football, Jason Wilcox, is currently locked in advanced talks with Villa officials to finalize the financial package for the transfer. The 29-year-old Tielemans is believed to have a £35 million release clause in his contract, which has two years remaining. Boasting immense Premier League experience, the playmaker joined Leicester City from Monaco in 2019 before moving to Villa on a free transfer four years later. A key figure for his national team, Tielemans has earned 90 caps and captained Belgium during their recent World Cup run, which concluded with a 2-1 quarter-final loss to Spain. ...

 NASARAWA POLICE ARREST MAN FOR ALLEGEDLY BEATING WIFE TO DEATH IN AGYARAGU The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Musbawu Amodu, for the alleged culpable homicide of his 20-year-old wife in Angwan Yahaya, Agyaragu, Obi Local Government Area of the State. The tragic incident has left behind two children—a male and a female—from their six-year old marriage. On Sunday, 12th July, 2026, at about 12:30 p.m., a complaint was lodged at the Agyaragu Police Division alleging that the suspect had assaulted his wife, resulting in her death. According to a statement by the command's public Relations Officer, SP Rahman Nansel, upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer immediately mobilized patrol personnel to the scene, where the victim was evacuated to the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Lafia, for medical examination and preservation. The suspect was promptly arrested and, during interrogation, allegedly confessed to committing the act. He sta...

 DEFENCE MINISTRY CLARIFIES ALLOWANCE PAYMENTS TO HOUSE OFFICERS, INTERNS The Ministry of Defence has dismissed reports alleging non-payment of allowances to House Officers and Interns in Armed Forces Reference Hospitals. Permanent Secretary Richard Pheelangwah describes the claims as false and misleading, noting that payment of outstanding allowances is already underway. He added that efforts are continuing to settle the remaining arrears as additional funds are released. According to the Permanent Secretary, the delay stems from the absence of a budgetary provision for the allowances since January 2026, and not from any administrative failure by the Ministry.

 APM Clarifies Uploaded Candidates On INEC Portal The Allied People's Movement has asserted that its presidential candidate, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State nomination details alongside those of other candidates of the party for the 2027 general elections have been uploaded to the Independent National Electoral Commission portal, in line with the Commission’s timetable. Speaking with journalists in Abuja, the party's National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, said that the APM is determined to win the Presidential and other elections, adding that this was the reason the party “is taking no half measures” in intensifying its broad-based engagement with Nigerians across the country especially those at the grassroots. While ensuring the credibility and electoral acceptability of its candidates at all levels, he informed that the engagement is yielding dividends since the entrance of key political figures especially Governor Makinde and his Bauchi State counterpart, Bala Moha...

 COURT REJECTS SOWORE'S BID FOR LONG ADJOUNMENT Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has turned down the application by the Presidential candidate of the African Alliance Congress AAC, Omoyele Sowore seeking a long adjournment of his trial in the defamation of President Bola Tinubu charges filed against him by the Department of the State Service DSS.  Sowore through his lawyer, Reuben Adakole had on Monday applied that his defense in the charge be shifted till after the two months annual vacation of the Court.  The activist who is put on trial for allegedly calling President Tinubu a criminal on his Facebook page and X handle predicates his long adjournment on the ground that his choice lawyer, Olumide Fusika SAN was out of the country to attend to family matters.  His request was however opposed by counsel to the DSS Mr Akinlolu Kehinde SAN who drew the attention of the Court to ten previous adjournments the trial suffered at the instance o...

 Resident Raises Alarm Over Bandit Attack On Kaduna–Kafanchan Highway A bandit attack was reported on the Kaduna–Kafanchan highway on Monday, leaving motorists temporarily stranded as security agencies responded to the situation. According to Gunner James, who was travelling along the route at the time of the incident, the attack was ongoing when he filed his report.  He said military personnel quickly intervened, while travellers were directed to stop at the security checkpoint between Idon and Makyali until the road could be secured. Gunner James further disclosed that the stranded motorists were later escorted by a police bank van heading towards Kafanchan to ensure their safe passage. Watch video below. 

 Morocco arrests dissident journalist Ali Lmrabet Moroccan police arrested dissident commentator Ali Lmrabet for questioning ​upon his arrival at Tangier ‌airport on Sunday, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) said on Monday. Lmrabet is under investigation ​for "alleged dissemination of false information ​harming constitutional institutions", according to the ⁠organisation that provides assistance to ​journalists at risk. Lmrabet, who also holds French ​nationality and lives in Spain, ​has used social media as a political commentator ‌and ⁠has been an outspoken critic of Morocco's political system. An informed source said Lmrabet is facing a ​preliminary investigation ​over ⁠complaints filed by individuals and institutions in Morocco alleging ​slander and defamation, Reuters reported. In 2003, Lmrabet ​was ⁠jailed after being convicted on charges that included offending the king. ⁠In ​2005, a Moroccan ​court banned him from practicing journalism in Morocco ​for 10 years.

 Congo's Ebola outbreak spreads to two more provinces The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to two more ​northeastern provinces, Haut-Uele and Tshopo, the country's public health institute ‌said in its latest report, Reuters reported. The number of confirmed Ebola cases across the country rose to 1,926, including 702 deaths, official data showed late on Sunday. Four cases ​were recorded in Tshopo, including two deaths, with one death ​confirmed in Haut-Uele, as of Saturday. The latest Ebola outbreak, Congo's ⁠17th, was declared on May 15 and has been largely concentrated in ​Ituri province, with cases also reported in North Kivu and South Kivu ​provinces. The often fatal viral disease spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids from infected people or animals and causes symptoms that can include high fever, vomiting and ​internal and external bleeding.

 EFCC Arraigns CEO for Alleged N16.8n Fraud in Enugu The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned one Ifeanyichukwu Ogbu, the Chief Executive Officer, Ski Hi-Entertainment before Justice Vincent C. Ezeugwu of the Enugu State High Court, sitting in Independence Layout, on a three-count charge bordering on issuance of dud cheque to the tune of N16, 847, 000 (Sixteen Million, Eight Hundred and Forty-Seven Thousand Naira). Count one of the charges reads: “That you, Ifeanyichukwu Ogbu, trading under name and style of Ski Hi-Entertainment, on or about the 9th day of August, 2024 in Enugu, Enugu State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, with intent to defraud, issued a Zenith Bank Plc cheque number 00000211 dated 9th day of August, 2024 in the sum of Five Million, Five Hundred and Thirty Thousand Naira (N5, 530, 000. 00) which upon presentation for payment within three months of issuance was dishonoured on the ground of ins...

 ICPC Arraigns  Uche Nnaji Over Alleged Certificate Forgery The former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji has been arraigned in court over alleged certificate forgery and misappropriation of funds. Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission  arraigned  Uche NNAJI before the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on a six - count charge. Counts three, four,  five and six specifically relate to the alleged certificate forgery, while  counts one and two relate to the alleged misappropriation of funds. Uche Nnaji as the defendant in this matter pleaded not guilty to all the counts.                                      ICPC says the arrangement followed months of investigation into allegations that the former minister forged academic credentials and made false declarations.

 PROTEST OVER POWER OUTAGES BRINGS TRAFFIC TO A STANDSTILL IN SOWETO Motorists have been urged to avoid several major routes in Soweto following a service delivery protest by residents of Pimville and Dlamini on Sunday morning. The protest, which began over ongoing electricity and power supply outages affecting the communities, has resulted in multiple road closures after protesters barricaded roads with debris. The affected routes include Klipspruit Valley Road at the Modjaji Street Circle, Klipspruit Valley Road at Chris Hani Road, Klipspruit Valley Road at Moroka Nancefield Road, as well as the intersection of Chris Hani Road and Elias Motsoaledi Road in Lakeview. Traffic authorities have warned motorists to expect significant congestion and delays in and around the affected areas. Diversions have been implemented, with motorists advised to make use of alternative routes including Koma Road, Elias Motsoaledi Road, Moroka Nancefield Road and Modjaji Street where possible. JMPD of...

 FG Suspends Proposed Increase Of WAEC/ NECO Examination Registration Fees                                 Federal Government has suspended the proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). Federal Ministry of Education says the fee adjustment proposal contained in its 18 June 2026 letter has been withdrawn pending broader stakeholder consultations. The Ministry explains that the proposed increase was driven by rising costs associated with conducting credible national examinations. However, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, directs that the proposal be placed on hold in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to inclusive, transparent and evidence-based policymaking. The Ministry says it will engage examination bodies, Stat...

 PDP Announces Successful Upload Of Presidential Candidates To INEC Portal The Peoples Democratic Party has announced the successful upload of the names of its presidential candidate, running mate and National Assembly candidates to the Independent National Electoral Commission Candidate Nomination Portal. The party’s National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, in a statement issued in Abuja described the development as another milestone in its preparations for the 2027 general elections. It added that the successful upload demonstrates the PDP’s commitment to ensuring its full participation in the 2027 polls. The statement further noted that the party is awaiting the completion of the upload of the names of its governorship and State Houses of Assembly candidates to the INEC portal.

 Works Minister Umahi supports autopsy into death of physiotherapist found in his home  By Ogochukwu Anioke (Nation) Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi has backed autopsy into the death of a physiotherapist, Mary Habila in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of  Ebonyi State. The deceased and Miss Anita Baski are said to be employees of  David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUS), Uburu and had been on secondment to the Federal Ministry of Works, Abuja, as physiotherapists for the past three years until the  death of Habila. A media outlet had alleged that the woman died in the Minister’s House in Uburu. Umahi, in a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Francis Nwaze, said he received the news with profound shock and sadness and has since extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. He explained that immediately the incident occurred,  appropriate emergency steps were taken with Medical p...

 Jurassic Park star Sam Neill dies at 78, family says death was ‘sudden and unexpected’ Sam Neill, the actor best known for playing Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died at the age of 78. His family announced his death in a statement shared on Instagram on Monday, July 13, saying he died in Sydney, Australia. “It is with immense sadness that the whānau of Sam Neill share the news of his passing on Monday 13th July, in Sydney, Australia,” the statement read. The family added, “Sam was surrounded by family and passed with the dignity that has characterized his whole life. The loss was sudden and unexpected but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer free.” They also thanked the staff at St Vincent's Private Hospital for their care and asked for privacy. Born Nigel Neill in Northern Ireland in 1947, he moved to New Zealand with his family when he was seven years old. He later said adapting to life in a new country influenced his decision to become an actor. Neill changed his ...

 Zoey Deutch says working with Jennifer Aniston was 'surreal': 'Every take was just so brilliant' Zoey Deutch described filming alongside Jennifer Aniston in Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass as one of the most surreal and inspiring experiences of her career. The 31‑year‑old actress told PEOPLE that although she had met Aniston before and found her warm and funny, actually sharing a scene with her felt like watching “the greatest of all time” at work.  Deutch admitted she was so captivated by Aniston’s performance that she felt more like an audience member than a co‑star. The screwball comedy follows Deutch as Gail, a hairdresser whose fiancé cashes in on their celebrity hall pass by sleeping with Aniston’s character. Gail, blindsided by the betrayal, sets out to find her own pass in Hollywood, targeting Jon Hamm.  Deutch recalled the shoot as both hilarious and humbling, saying every take with Aniston was brilliant and that the moment was “one of the coolest” of...

Two Nigerian nationals arrested in Ghana for killing compatriot following dispute over internet fraud proceeds Two Nigerian nationals have been arrested in connection with the murder of a fellow Nigerian, Nkemujika Uzochukwu Eze, in Sanzirigu, a suburb of Tamale, Ghana.  In a statement issued on Sunday, July 12, 2026, the Northern Regional Police Command said the suspects identified as Daniel Victor Eze and David Oko Ewa, allegedly admitted during interrogation that they conspired to k!ll the deceased following a dispute over proceeds from alleged internet fraud activities. According to the statement, the suspects were arrested at Tamale on the Ghana-Togo border following intelligence-led operations after the body of 36-year-old Eze was discovered in his bedroom on Saturday, July 11, 2026. According to the police, officers who responded to the scene found the deceased with a deep cut wound to the forehead and a towel stuffed into his mouth. The bedroom had also been ransacked....

 Nigeria meets 104% of OPEC Quota as Production Soars .Crude oil production rises to 74-month high Nigeria’s crude oil and condensate production soared to an average of 1,735,398 barrels per day in the month of June 2026, representing positive growth for a 4th consecutive month. In the month under review, crude oil production hit 1.56mbpd while 0.18mbpd of condensates was produced. This means Nigeria met 104% of the 1.5mbpd crude oil production quota set by the Organisation and Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In strict crude oil terms (excluding condensates), the 1.56 million daily average production Nigeria witnessed in June is the highest that Africa’s biggest oil producer has recorded since April 2020, thus representing a 74-month high. In June, the peak combined crude oil and condensate production was 1.89mbpd, reflecting Nigeria’s potential to reach 2mbpd in the near term. However, the lowest production was 1.57mbpd for the period in review. The statistics shows that Nig...

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 OFFICIAL WITHDRAWAL FROM ANY CALL AND EFFORT FROM ME TO ASSIST THE VICTMS OF THE OYO KEDNAPPING.. Apparently, I forgot that I was appealing for support from people who would first see my trib€ before seeing my humanity. Apparently, I also forgot that I am an Igbo man. The appeal I made purely out of compassion has been met with accusãtions that Igbõs cannot be trusted, that we are sc@mmers, and with many other !nsults that are too unpl€asant to repeat here. When I raised awareness while those children were still in the kednappers' den, I did not see them as Yoruba children. I simply saw them as innocent Nigerian children who needed help. I never imagined that my tribe would become the focus instead of their suffering and my intention to help. Sãdly, my appeal has awakened d€€p tribal sentiments that have overshadõwed the very reason for the fundraiser. In light of this, I hereby WITHDRAW completely from any further appeal or solicitation on behalf of the victms. I respectfully ask...

 A naked man was arrested after trying to snatch a 7-year-old girl from her mother at a Portland, Oregon waterpark. 31-year-old Daniel Vasey was arrested on the evening of July 11th after a series of 911 calls about a fully unclothed man took a darker turn. Initial calls regarding Vasey's behavior began pouring in a little before 7 p.m. on Saturday evening. One caller reported that a naked man had tried to punch him. All calls were made from near the McCall Waterfront Park in Portland.  Then, a few minutes after 7 p.m., a call came in stating that the unclothed man had just tried to pull a young girl from her mother. According to witnesses, Vasey was attacked by both parents and several bystanders, causing him to release the girl and flee the scene. Officers with the Portland PD arrived on the scene to find Vassey swimming in the Willamette River.  Daniel Vassey was arrested and charged with first-degree and second-degree attempted  kidnapping and third-degree assaul...

 Iya Rainbow Clears the Air on Pasuma’s Biological Father and Baba Agbako Rumours For years, a persistent rumor has circulated within the Nigerian entertainment space linking Fuji music legend Wasiu Alabi Ajibola, widely known as Pasuma, to the late veteran Yoruba actor Baba Agbako. Speculation and gossip have led many fans to believe that the late movie star was Pasuma's biological father. However, veteran Nollywood actress Idowu Philips, fondly called Iya Rainbow, has finally set the record straight. Speaking in a recent interview, the highly respected actress dismissed the claims entirely, emphasizing that there is absolutely no blood relationship between the late actor and the Fuji icon. She expressed concern over how easily people peddle unverified stories and turn them into widely accepted narratives. The Source of the Misunderstanding According to Iya Rainbow, the rumor stems from a simple professional relationship that was completely misunderstood by the public. She reveale...