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2026 WORLD CUP: FIFA PRESIDENT, INFANTINO’S LETTER TO ARGENTINA AFTER LOSING FINAL LEAKED. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

2026 World Cup: FIFA president, Infantino’s letter to Argentina after losing final leaked FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, has written a letter to Argentina after they lost the 2026 World Cup final to Spain. Ferran Torres netted the winner in extra time as La Roja won 1-0 to clinch the trophy. According to the DailyMail, in the letter sent to the President of the Argentine FA, Infantino hailed the former champions’ professionalism. He wrote: “Dear Mr. President, Yesterday, Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the magnificent New York New Jersey Stadium, Argentina won the silver medal of the FIFA World Cup 2026, after an exciting final against Spain. “I would like to reiterate my most sincere congratulations for this important new result for Argentine soccer. “The FIFA World Cup 2026 will remain in memory as an unforgettable celebration of football, marked by spectacular matches, the irruption of new promises, the presence of the great figures of the sport and the extraordinary atmosphere lived i...

GEHGEH RESPONDS AFTER MEN CRITICISED HIM FOR GETTING MARRIED AFTER TEACHING THEM THAT MARRIAGE IS A SCAM AND THEY SHOULD HAVE BABY MAMAS INSTEAD.(PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Gehgeh responds after men criticised him for getting married after teaching them that marriage is a scam and they should have baby mamas instead. GehGeh, who got married this weekend, was called out by men. They accused him of deceiving men with his teachings about how to treat women, only for him to end up getting married. Reacting on X, GehGeh asked men to show him where he ever told them not to get married. Men have now flocked to his replies on X with videos of GehGeh telling men that marriage is old fashioned, spending money on a woman's bride price is not wise, and the way to go is to just have baby mamas.

“HE DIDN’T INVITE ANYBODY IN THE FAMILY BECAUSE WE DON’T HAVE MONEY” — GEHGEH’S SISTER SPEAKS ON HIS WEDDING. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

“He didn’t invite anybody in the family because we don’t have money” — GehGeh’s sister speaks on his wedding GehGeh’s sister has claimed that none of their family members were invited to the social media personality’s wedding because they are not wealthy. In a video making the rounds online, she alleged that the family was left out because they were not considered “aesthetically pleasing” and did not have money, adding that she felt it was unfair to be treated differently because of their financial situation. She further claimed that the family would only be respected if they had money, expressing disappointment over not being included in the wedding despite being members of the same family.

U.S COURT SENTENCES NIGERIAN MAN TO 5 YEARS IN PRISON FOR MONEY LAUNDERING AND SEXTORTION SCHEME THAT LED TO DEATH OF 20-YEAR-OLD COLLEGE STUDENT. (PHOTO)

- July 26, 2026

U.S Court Sentences Nigerian Man to 5 Years in Prison for Money Laundering and Sextortion Scheme That Led to Death of 20-Year-Old College Student A 27-year-old Nigerian man, Afeez Olatunji Adewale, has been sentenced to 60 months in prison and three years of supervised release for money laundering conspiracy and wire fraud related to the sexual extortion and death of a young man in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, United States. Adewale, who helped launder money in the online sextortion of a Montgomery County college student, was sentenced by United States District Judge Joel H. Slomsky on Friday, July 24, 2026. United States Attorney David Metcalf announced this in a press release issued by the Department of Justice. "All three defendants have finally been brought to justice,” said U.S. Attorney Metcalf. “I hope that their arrests, extradition, and prosecution make clear that the DOJ will go after those terrorizing our young people — no matter where the scammers and s...

GOV. SANWO-OLU AS CONVOCATION LECTURER AT BABCOCK UNIVERSITY'S 2026 UNDERGRADUATE CONVOCATION CEREMONY, HELD AT THE UNIVERSITY STADIUM, ILISHAN-REMO, OGUN STATE, ON SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026.(PHOTOS).#PRESS RELEASE

- July 26, 2026

GOVERNOR SANWO-OLU AS CONVOCATION LECTURER AT BABCOCK UNIVERSITY'S 2026 UNDERGRADUATE CONVOCATION CEREMONY, HELD AT THE UNIVERSITY STADIUM, ILISHAN-REMO, OGUN STATE, ON SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026 L-R: Associate Vice President and Director, Research, Innovation and International Cooperation (RIIC) Division, Babcock University, Professor Foluso Ojewole; Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; and President and Vice-Chancellor, Babcock University, Professor Afolarin Ojewole, during Babcock University's 2026 Undergraduate Convocation Ceremony, held at the University Stadium, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, on Sunday, July 26, 2026. L-R: Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and President and Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Professor Afolarin Ojewole, during Babcock University’s 2026 undergraduate Convocation Ceremony held at the University Stadium, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State on Sunday, July 26, 2026. L-R: Director of Education and Research, West-Central Africa Divis...

LASG TRAINS 400 SOON-TO-RETIRE LOCAL GOVT OFFICERS ON SEAMLESS TRANSITION TO LIFE AFTER SERVICE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

- July 26, 2026

LASG TRAINS 400 SOON-TO-RETIRE LOCAL GOVT OFFICERS ON SEAMLESS TRANSITION TO LIFE AFTER SERVICE The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the welfare of public servants by equipping officers approaching retirement with the knowledge, skills and resources needed for a smooth and fulfilling transition from active service to retirement. The Permanent Secretary, Office of Local Government Establishments and Training, Ms. Toyin Ogunlana, stated this while delivering her welcome address at the 2026 Pre-Retirement Sensitisation Workshop for Officers in the Unified Local Government Service, held at the Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, The Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja. Addressing participants, Ms. Ogunlana described retirement as a significant milestone in the life of every public servant, stressing that it should not be viewed as the end of a career but as the beginning of another important phase that requires careful planning, informed decision-making and adequate prepa...

REAL MADRID PRESIDENT FLORENTINO PEREZ REPORTEDLY FRUSTRATED WITH VINICIUS JR OVER CONTRACT DEMANDS. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Real Madrid President Florentino Perez Reportedly Frustrated With Vinicius Jr Over Contract Demands Vinicius Junior’s future at Real Madrid is up in the air after contract talks hit a wall. The Brazilian winger is now in the final year of his deal. Just 12 months ago, an extension looked like a done deal. Sources close to the club were confident it would be signed without drama. Now, things have changed. According to Spanish outlet _Sport_, negotiations have stalled mainly because Vinicius is asking for a €15m signing bonus — something Real Madrid are refusing to pay. The club also appears to be making a statement about its future plans. Madrid are close to signing RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande for a reported €120m. Both Diomande and Vinicius share the same agency, Roc Nation, which is expected in Madrid on Monday to finalize Diomande’s move. President Florentino Pérez even mentioned that fee during his election campaign. While Diomande’s transfer is nearly complete, there’s stil...

OPERATION HADIN KAI RECORDS SURRENDER OF SENIOR ISWAP FINANCE OPERATIVE AS WAVE OF TERRORIST SURRENDERS GATHERS MOMENTUM. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

- July 26, 2026

OPERATION HADIN KAI RECORDS SURRENDER OF SENIOR ISWAP FINANCE OPERATIVE AS WAVE OF TERRORIST SURRENDERS GATHERS MOMENTUM Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have recorded another major operational breakthrough with the surrender of a senior Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) finance operative, underscoring the sustained impact of ongoing kinetic and intelligence-driven operations across the North East. The development comes amid a growing wave of terrorist surrenders, with approximately 46 terrorists and their family members voluntarily surrendering to troops in recent days, further highlighting the mounting pressure on terrorist strongholds. The terrorist surrendered to troops of 3 Battalion under 24 Task Force Brigade at about 6:45 a.m. on 25 July 2026 along the Ladari–Jegarawa–Tunokalia axis on the Gamboru–Wulgo Main Supply Route. His decision to lay down his arms follows the recent series of coordinated and decisive land and air offensives conducted by Operation HADIN...

EXTREMELY RARE 'MOMO' TWINS BORN AT 32 WEEKS HONORED WITH SPECIAL CEREMONY BEFORE GOING HOME. (PHOTO)

- July 26, 2026

Extremely rare 'MoMo' twins born at 32 weeks honored with special ceremony before going home New Jersey mom Shedeline Pierre Louis recently celebrated bringing home her identical twin daughters after a rare and high‑risk pregnancy. The babies, Shednhee and Claydee, were born prematurely at 32 weeks on May 26 at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Their arrival marked the end of a tense journey, as Pierre Louis had been carrying monochorionic‑monoamniotic (MoMo) twins a condition that occurs in only 0.01% of pregnancies, where both babies share a placenta and a single amniotic sac. She admitted she was initially overwhelmed by the risks but credited the hospital staff for guiding her through every step. MoMo pregnancies are considered extremely dangerous, with complications such as preterm labor, growth restrictions, and umbilical cord entanglement threatening the lives of both babies. Dr. Alexander Juusela, a maternal‑fetal medicine specialist, oversaw the deliver...

EMMA ROBERTS MARRIES CODY JOHN IN PRIVATE IDAHO CEREMONY NEARLY A YEAR AFTER ANNOUNCING ENGAGEMENT. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Emma Roberts marries Cody John in private Idaho ceremony nearly a year after announcing engagement Emma Roberts and actor Cody John have married after nearly a year of being engaged. The couple exchanged vows during an outdoor ceremony at a private residence in Idaho on Saturday, July 25, according to photos obtained by DeuxMoi. Roberts wore a custom-made Monique Lhuillier wedding gown paired with a sheer shawl and a long white veil. She later changed into an archival Monique Lhuillier dress for the after-party. John wore a brown suit for the ceremony. Representatives for both Roberts and John did not immediately respond to requests for comment. According to DeuxMoi, Roberts' aunt, Julia Roberts, and her husband, Danny Moder, attended the wedding festivities in Idaho. Emma Roberts is the daughter of actor Eric Roberts, Julia Roberts' older brother. The wedding follows the couple's engagement announcement in July 2024. Sharing the news at the time, Roberts posted a photo wi...

JIM CARREY PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE THE MASK DIRECTOR CHUCK RUSSELL, CALLS FILM 'ONE OF THE JEWELS' OF HIS CREATIVE LIFE. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Jim Carrey pays tribute to late The Mask director Chuck Russell, calls film 'one of the jewels' of his creative life Jim Carrey has paid tribute to director Chuck Russell following the filmmaker's death at the age of 74, reflecting on their work together on the 1994 film The Mask. In a statement obtained by Page Six, Carrey said he considered it a privilege to have worked with Russell, describing the atmosphere the director created during production. "I consider it a privilege to have worked with Chuck Russell, who during the shooting of The Mask, created an ebullient, childlike atmosphere of wonder and camaraderie on his set," Carrey said. He added that Russell's approach had a lasting impact on those involved in the production. "The entire cast and crew were touched and inspired by his playfulness. Every one of us has been many years blessed by that buoyant and timeless moment." Carrey concluded his tribute by thanking Russell and describing The M...

ANAMBRA INTENSIFIES FLOOD PREPAREDNESS, URGES COMMUNITIES TO TAKE PREVENTIVE ACTION. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

- July 26, 2026

Anambra Intensifies Flood Preparedness, Urges Communities to Take Preventive Action By Amaka Isikala The Anambra State Government has intensified efforts to strengthen flood preparedness, with the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Clem Aguiyi, calling on President-Generals (PGs) across Anambra North Senatorial District to take proactive steps to safeguard lives and property ahead of the flood season. Speaking at a stakeholders' engagement on flood preparedness held at the Anambra East Local Government Headquarters, Otuocha, on July 24, Dr. Aguiyi urged communities, particularly those located along the River Niger and other flood-prone areas, to embrace early planning and responsible environmental practices to reduce the impact of seasonal flooding. The meeting brought together President-Generals and Chairmen of Local Government Areas(LGA) in Anambra North to discuss flood preparedness, environmental sanitation, waste management and sustainable community development. The Commission...

N10 BILLION COCAINE, LOUD, OPIOIDS INTERCEPTED AT LAGOS PORTS AS NDLEA ARRESTS KINGPINS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

- July 26, 2026

N10 billion Cocaine, Loud, opioids intercepted at Lagos ports as NDLEA arrests kingpins - Recovers 401 military grade ammunition concealed in palm oil kegs, others in Kaduna, Katsina; seizes UK-bound tramadol consignment in black soup containers A 55-year-old businessman, Onuigbo Ndubisi Chinedu who deals in clothing at the popular Balogun market, Lagos Island, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) over attempt to export 3.30 kilograms of cocaine concealed in walls of cartons used to package foodstuffs going to the United kingdom. Onuigbo was arrested on Thursday 23d July 2026 following the interception of his cocaine consignment at the export shed of the Lagos airport the previous day, Wednesday 22nd July by NDLEA operatives. In the course of investigation, three cargo agents: Nkwor Onyekachukwu Justina; Adeleke Abiola Taoheed; and Ukanwa Grace Pilgrim, who handled the shipment were initially arrested leading to the arrest Kenne...

YOUNG NIGERIAN GIRL TRAFFICKED TO COTONOU FOR PROSTITUTION DIES . (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Young Nigerian girl trafficked to Cotonou for pr0stitution dies A young Nigerian girl who was trafficked to Cotonou, Benin Republice for prostitution has d!ed. Sewuese passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026 in Benue State after she was brought home. Activist, Zege Orkwande, who has been facilitating the rescue of trafficked Benue girls said investigation is ongoing and those who trafficked her will face the full wrath of law. “People are asking “who took Sewuese to Cotonou”. Trust my process,” he wrote. “The people that trafficked/smuggled her to Cotonou for prostitution will sure face the law and serve in prison uniform. “All information gathered. I’m waiting for her to be buried first. REST WELL.”

WHY I STOPPED GOING TO CHURCH — NIGERIAN COMEDIAN AY MAKUN REVEALS WHY. (PHOTO)

- July 26, 2026

Why I stopped going to church — Nigerian comedian AY Makun reveals why Nigerian comedian AY Makun has revealed why he stopped attending church for a period, saying it was not because he had lost his faith in God but because he was going through a personal season after negative stories about him circulated online. According to AY, he became uncomfortable with the possibility of being judged or subjected to whispers whenever he walked into church, choosing instead to worship online occasionally. He later attended another church where he said he felt welcomed and believed he had found a place to call home. However, he said he was later removed from an upcoming programme after concerns were raised about the public perception surrounding him. The experience left him questioning whether public opinion had become more important than a person's relationship with God. AY said he was not attacking pastors or asking people to disregard whatever they believed about him, but questioned whether ...

ICC MEMBER STATES VOTE TO DISMISS CHIEF PROSECUTOR KARIM KHAN OVER RAPE ALLEGATIONS. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

ICC Member States Vote to Dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Over Rape Allegations International Criminal Court member states have voted to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following allegations of sexual misconduct. The vote to remove Khan comes days after his accuser went public in an interview with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour. Khan has denied all wrongdoing. It also comes amid renewed scrutiny of the war crimes court by Washington, which views the independent judicial body as a threat to United States sovereignty. Assembly of States Parties President Päivi Kaukoranta stated that 82 of the court’s 125 member states voted in favor of the prosecutor’s removal, concluding that Khan “committed serious misconduct and a serious breach of duty”. Khan will challenge the decision, his attorney Tayab Ali said in a statement following the vote, adding that it was “unsupported by any lawful or properly reasoned finding that Mr. Khan KC committed misconduct or breached his duties”. “He ha...

IGP DENIES DISU ISSUED SHOOT-ON-SIGHT ORDER FOR ILLEGAL FIREARMS HOLDERS. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

IGP DENIES DISU ISSUED SHOOT-ON-SIGHT ORDER FOR ILLEGAL FIREARMS HOLDERS A viral claim alleging that the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ordered officers to shoot anyone found with illegal firearms has been dismissed by the Nigeria Police Force as false, misleading and a gross distortion of the IGP's remarks. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, says the Inspector-General never issued any "shoot-on-sight" directive during the stakeholders' meeting in Makurdi, Benue State. The Force explains that the IGP's comments were taken out of context. IGP Disu merely reminded officers that only duly authorised security personnel are legally permitted to bear arms, while stressing that the proliferation of illegal firearms continues to fuel kidnapping, armed robbery, banditry, cultism and other violent crimes across the country. The Police also reaffirmed that the use of firearms by officers is strictly guided by Force Order 237, w...

WHEN A MOTHER IS INFORMED THAT A 26-YEAR-OLD MAN IMPREGNATED AND S/A'ED HER 13-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER, SHE DID THE ABSOLUTE UNTHINKABLE. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

When a mother is informed that a 26-year-old man impregnated and S/A'ed her 13-year-old daughter, she did the absolute unthinkable. Instead of calling the police, she accepted cash, the use of the @busers vehicle, and tickets to sporting events in exchange for her silence. Not only did she remain silent, she also allowed the man to continue S/A'ing her little girl. Kendrell Bowden's daughter moved in with 26-year-old Dawson Brown and his parents, Michael and Sabrina Brown, in the autumn of 2025, according to authorities. People in the community have shared the young girl moved into the family's Poplarville, Mississippi home, before the fall of 2025. It has not been publicly released precisely why the young girl moved in with the family, but, authorities have stated that the young girl and her mother attended the New Heights/College Heights Baptist Church where Michael Brown happened to be the pastor. In October-November 2025, very shortly after moving in wi...

A KANSAS WOMAN, WHO IS PREGNANT WITH TWINS, WAS ATTACKED BY DOGS LEAVING HER REQUIRING MULTIPLE SURGERIES.(PHOTO)

- July 26, 2026

A Kansas woman, who is pregnant with twins, was attacked by dogs leaving her requiring multiple surgeries. On the evening of July 17th Audrey Suarez decided to walk to a relative's home. As the 24-week pregnant expecting mother was walking along the street, an altercation erupted between some unnamed neighbors. Although the sudden hostilities had nothing to do with Audrey, she would ultimately suffer lasting consequences as a result. A child of one of the individuals involved in the ongoing incident inadvertently let two dogs out of an enclosed yard. The dogs immediately locked in on Audrey and charged. Before she knew what was happening, Audrey was being attacked by a pair of aggressive and angry dogs. Audrey's thoughts instinctively went to her unborn twins and how this sudden attack may affect them. Her maternal mode kicked in, and Audrey concentrated all of her energy and attention to covering her stomach as she endured the vicious attack everywhere els...

SHAKIRA REVEALS WHY BURNA BOY WAS THE ONLY CHOICE FOR HER 2026 WORLD CUP ANTHEM. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Shakira Reveals Why Burna Boy Was the Only Choice for Her 2026 World Cup Anthem Global music sensation Shakira is no stranger to creating legendary football anthems. As anticipation builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the "Waka Waka" hitmaker has opened up about her latest sporting track, "Dai Dai," and her decision to collaborate with Nigerian Afrobeats powerhouse Burna Boy. Matching the 'Male Energy' of the World Cup Speaking during an appearance on the Capital Evening Show with Jimmy Hill, Shakira explained that she envisioned a very specific sound for "Dai Dai." The track blends Afrobeat rhythms with Caribbean vibes and a touch of R&B. To ground the song, Shakira felt it absolutely required a powerful, masculine vocal performance to match the atmosphere of the global tournament. "Once I had the song, I felt that I really needed a male vocal, a male voice in the song," Shakira shared. "The World Cup carries a big male energy,...

CARTER EFE ACCUSES GEHGEH OF BETRAYAL AFTER INFLUENCER'S SECRET WEDDING RUINED HIS 12-YEAR RELATIONSHIP. (PHOTO).

- July 26, 2026

Carter Efe Accuses Gehgeh of Betrayal After Influencer's Secret Wedding Ruined His 12-Year Relationship Popular Nigerian streamer and digital creator Carter Efe has publicly called out controversial social media personality Gehgeh, accusing him of hypocrisy and betrayal following his recent secret wedding. The Hypocrisy Allegations Gehgeh, known online for his firm stance against marital unions frequently declaring to his followers that "marriage is a scam" recently tied the knot in a private ceremony over the weekend. The news of the secret wedding spread rapidly across social media platforms after footage from the event leaked online, sparking widespread reactions from fans and critics alike. Among those deeply affected by the news is Carter Efe, who considered himself one of Gehgeh’s "students." Reacting to the development, a visibly distraught Carter broke down in tears during a live session, accusing the relationship commentator of giving toxic advice that...