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Environmental Activist Warns Nigeria’s Coastal Communities Are Being Swallowed by Atlantic Ocean

17Jul

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Environmental Activist Warns Nigeria’s Coastal Communities Are Being Swallowed by Atlantic Ocean

Environmental activist Nnimo Bassey has raised concerns over the worsening impact of climate change on Nigeria's coastal communities, warning that several areas have already lost substantial portions of their land to the Atlantic Ocean due to rising sea levels and coastal erosion.Bassey called for stronger regional cooperation among West African nations, stressing that isolated efforts would limit the region's ability to tackle climate change effectively and influence global climate policies.He made the remarks during a gathering of environmental advocates, civil society organisations and community leaders under the West African Climate Justice Movement, themed "Building Solidarity for Climate Justice in West Africa."According to Bassey, West Africa is becoming increasingly vul...

‘Don’t Get Married Without Financial Stability’ – Jarvis Advises Singles

17Jul

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‘Don’t Get Married Without Financial Stability’ – Jarvis Advises Singles

Popular Nigerian TikTok personality, Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, widely known as Jarvis, has offered relationship advice to singles as she prepares for her white wedding with fellow content creator, Peller.Jarvis urged young Nigerians not to rush into marriage because of societal pressure, stressing that financial stability should come first before making such a lifelong commitment.She also suggested that couples can reduce the financial burden of weddings by holding their traditional and white wedding ceremonies in different years instead of organising both at the same time.Speaking during a recent livestream, she said, "If you don't have money, don't get married. Please don't rush into it."If you're planning to get married, you can have your traditional wedding this year an...

NDLEA, Nigerian Copyright Commission Partner to Combat Drug Trafficking and Piracy

17Jul

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NDLEA, Nigerian Copyright Commission Partner to Combat Drug Trafficking and Piracy

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in tackling drug trafficking, copyright piracy, and other forms of organised crime across Nigeria.The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the NDLEA's Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi.Speaking during the signing ceremony at the NDLEA headquarters on Friday, July 17, 2026, the agency's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), said the partnership reflects the growing need for government agencies to work together against interconnected criminal activities.Marwa explained that investigations have shown that criminal syndicates involved in drug t...

JUST IN : Andy Burnham Confirmed as UK Prime Minister

17Jul

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JUST IN : Andy Burnham Confirmed as UK Prime Minister

Veteran British politician Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the new leader of the United Kingdom's ruling Labour Party, positioning him to become the country's next Prime Minister.Burnham secured the leadership unopposed during a special Labour Party conference held on Friday after no other contender obtained the required nominations to challenge his candidacy.Declaring the outcome of the leadership contest, UK Interior Minister Shabana Mahmood officially announced Burnham as the party's new leader."There being no other eligibly nominated candidate, it is therefore my honour to declare that the duly elected leader of the Labour Party is Andy Burnham," Mahmood said.Burnham's emergence follows the resignation of former Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour leader amid incre...

Suspected b@ndits’ drug supplier apprehended in Katsina

17Jul

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Suspected b@ndits’ drug supplier apprehended in Katsina

The police in Katsina State have arrested a suspected notorious dr#g dealer allegedly supplying illicit substances to armed b@ndits operating in Funtua Local Government Area and neighbouring communities.The suspect, identified as Sunday Eze, popularly known as Dunbuje, was apprehended by operatives attached to the Central Police Station, Funtua, following intelligence-led operations.According to the spokesperson of the state police command, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, the suspect was arrested at about 5:00 p.m. on July 15 after police operatives trailed him based on credible intelligence.He said an immediate search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of 500 tablets of D5, an illicit drug allegedly intended for distribution to criminal elements.Aliyu said preliminary ...

Ghanaian Tiktoker jailed for claiming President Mahama ‘buried 32 cows’ to secure 2024 election victory

17Jul

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Ghanaian Tiktoker jailed for claiming President Mahama ‘buried 32 cows’ to secure 2024 election victory

An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced a Ghanaian TikToker Camilla Alhassan to one year in prison after she pleaded guilty to charges of publishing false news and engaging in offensive conduct. Her prosecution followed the circulation of videos on social media in which she made defamatory claims that President John Dramani Mahama buried 32 cows as part of rituals to secure victory in the 2024 general election.The videos prompted her arrest by the Ghana Police Service and subsequent prosecution. During an earlier hearing, the court ordered that a pregnancy test be conducted before proceeding with the case.Camilla Alhassan admitted to publishing videos in which she falsely alleged, without providing any evidence, that President Mahama b...

Pele’s World Cup jersey fetches $4.9 million at US auction

17Jul

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Pele’s World Cup jersey fetches $4.9 million at US auction

A jersey worn by football great Pele in the first World Cup final ever won by Brazil sold for $4.9 million at a US auction on Thursday, July 16.The Brazilian attacker nicknamed "The King" was 17 when he scored two goals in his country's 5-2 victory over host country Sweden in 1958.The blue shirt became the second most expensive jersey sold at auction after an anonymous buyer beat out four other bidders at Sotheby's in New York.The record of $9.3 million is for a jersey worn by Argentinian star Maradona during a legendary quarter-final clash with England in the 1986 Mexico World Cup.Argentina won the match 2-1 thanks to two Maradona goals, including his infamous "Hand of God" finish in which he illegally punched the ball into the net.

Full List Of Public Assets Renamed After President Tinubu

17Jul

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Full List Of Public Assets Renamed After President Tinubu

The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, making it the latest public infrastructure to bear his name since he assumed office in May 2023.Minister of Works, David Umahi, announced the decision on Thursday, explaining that the 750-kilometre highway was named in recognition of Tinubu's role in conceiving the project during his tenure as Governor of Lagos State nearly three decades ago.According to Umahi, the coastal highway was first envisioned about 27 years ago, long before Tinubu became Nigeria's president.The latest decision adds to a growing list of roads, government institutions and public facilities that have been renamed or established in honour of the president.Lagos-Calabar Coastal HighwayT...

2026 World Cup Champions To Receive FIFA Championship Rings As Trump Set To Attend Final

17Jul

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2026 World Cup Champions To Receive FIFA Championship Rings As Trump Set To Attend Final

The winners of Sunday's 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain will make history by becoming the first team to receive specially designed FIFA championship rings.The rings, inspired by a tradition commonly seen in major American sports such as the NFL's Super Bowl, will be presented to the victorious squad after the tournament. FIFA will award 30 rings to players and officials, while an additional 1,996 replica versions will be produced for supporters. Each ring will feature a miniature FIFA World Cup trophy along with a custom-engraved inner band.United States President Donald Trump is also expected to attend the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where he will present the World Cup trophy to the champions. Although Trump has not attended any of the tournament'...

Nigerian Pension Funds Anchor Oversubscribed ₦20.69bn Series II Issuance of the FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund

17Jul

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Nigerian Pension Funds Anchor Oversubscribed ₦20.69bn Series II Issuance of the FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund

James Ilori, MD of FCMB Asset Management,Nigerian Pension Funds Anchor Oversubscribed ₦20.69bn Series II Issuance of the FCMB-TLG Private Debt FundNigeria’s pioneer Naira-denominated Private Debt Fund, FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund, records 103.43% subscription, deepening the pool of long-term local-currency capital available to mid-sized companiesFCMB Asset Management Limited (FCMBAM) and TLG Capital today announced the successful close of the FCMB-TLG Private Debt Fund Series II Offer. The Offer raised ₦20.69 billion, against a ₦20 billion target, under the Fund’s ₦100 billion Issuance Programme — an oversubscription of 3.43%. NigerianSecurity InformationThe Series II Offer attracted strong participation from 22 investors, including 12 Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs). No...