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FCTA begins CBT promotion exercise for over 13,000 workers

1Jul

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FCTA begins CBT promotion exercise for over 13,000 workers

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has commenced its 2025 promotion exercise for more than 13,000 civil servants across the FCTA and the Federal Capital Development Authority.The Chairman of the FCT Civil Service Commission, Emeka Ezeh, announced the commencement of the exercise in a statement issued on Wednesday, saying it was approved by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.According to Ezeh, the exercise began on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, and will run for 10 days, covering over 13,000 civil servants across 150 cadres and grade levels.He said the exercise forms part of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda and is aimed at ensuring eligible officers progress in the civil service.“As part of the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr President, the Honourable Minister of FC...

It Feels Like A Dream — Former Nollywood Actress Grace Bassey Announces Engagement

1Jul

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It Feels Like A Dream — Former Nollywood Actress Grace Bassey Announces Engagement

Former Nollywood actress and United States Navy officer, Grace Bassey, has announced her engagement.The actress, formerly known as Belinda Effah, shared the exciting news on her Facebook page on Tuesday, posting photos with her fiancé. Although she chose not to reveal his identity, the pictures showed her proudly displaying an engagement ring.Expressing her happiness, Grace described finding true love as a dream come true but did not disclose when or where the proposal took place or provide further details about her fiancé.In her post, she wrote: “Answered prayers. It feels like a dream, but when true love finds you, you melt.”The engagement comes more than a year after Grace stepped away from the Nigerian film industry to pursue a career in the United States Navy.In 20...

Ronald Koeman steps down as Netherlands head coach after World Cup exit

1Jul

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Ronald Koeman steps down as Netherlands head coach after World Cup exit

Ronald Koeman has stepped down as the Netherlands head coach following the team's exit in the round of 32 at the World Cup.The Netherlands lost on penalties to Morocco and are heading home after a disappointing campaign."I made the decision to end my tenure as head coach ‌of the Dutch national team," Koeman wrote on Instagram on Tuesday."We all dreamed of a World Cup in which we would make history. That didn't happen. No one is more disappointed about that than I am. As head coach, you bear that responsibility."The Netherlands had reached at least the round of 16 in eleven previous World Cups, including a quarter-final appearance four years ago in Qatar. It was the third consecutive time the Netherlands have been eliminated from the World Cup in a penalty shootout.Koem...

FG to seek compensation for returning Nigerians from South Africa – Envoy

1Jul

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FG to seek compensation for returning Nigerians from South Africa – Envoy

The Nigerian government will engage with the South African government to seek compensation for Nigerians forced to leave behind businesses and properties amid anti-immigrant protests, Acting Nigerian High Commissioner to South Africa, Alexander Ajayi says.Ajayi disclosed this during a television broadcast as another batch of Nigerians prepared to arrive under the Federal Government’s ongoing voluntary evacuation programme. He clarified that those being repatriated are individuals who voluntarily opted to return home ahead of the latest planned anti-immigrant protests.He further noted that the Federal Government has begun documenting the businesses and properties abandoned by returnees to ensure adequate compensation is pursued systematically.“In terms of the businesses, just t...

Nigerian sprinter Godson Oghenebrume sentenced to 27 months imprisonment in US for possession of firearm

1Jul

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Nigerian sprinter Godson Oghenebrume sentenced to 27 months imprisonment in US for possession of firearm

23-year-old Nigerian sprinter, Godson Oghenebrume, was sentenced to over two years in prison for possession of a firearm in the United States. The United United States Attorney Kurt L. Wall announced this in a statement issued by the Department of Justice on June 30, 2026.The former LSU track athlete residing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison by U.S. Chief Judge Shelly D. Dick following his conviction for possession of a firearm by an alien admitted to the United States under a non-immigrant visa. He is also subject to removal or deportation from the United States upon completion of his sentence.According to admissions made during his plea, on February 7, 2025, Oghenebrume possessed a Glock model 43X, 9mm pi...

Singer Chris Brown ordered to pay ex-housekeeper $13 Million after dog attack lawsuit.

1Jul

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Singer Chris Brown ordered to pay ex-housekeeper $13 Million after dog attack lawsuit.

American singer Chris Brown has been ordered to pay $13 million in damages to the housekeeper who was mauled by a massive security dog on his property in December 2020, a California jury decided on Tuesday, June, 30.After a two-week trial, the verdict went in favor of Maria Avila, who was viciously attacked by Hades, a 200-pound Caucasian shepherd owned by Brown, while emptying trash outside the singer’s Tarzana, California, house.The housekeeper’s attorney, Michael C. Murphy Jr., told Billboard that Brown and his company, Black Pyramid LLC, are on the hook to pay $12.9 million to Maria Avila for negligence. That’s not all they owe. Avila’s sister, Patricia Avila, who was also on the job when the mauling took place, was awarded $885,000 for emotional distress, and Maria Avila’s hus...

BREAKING : Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji arrested at Enugu Airport

1Jul

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BREAKING : Ex-Minister Uche Nnaji arrested at Enugu Airport

Former Minister of Science and Technology, Mr Uche Nnaji, has reportedly been arrested at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, while preparing to board a chartered flight to Abuja.It was gathered that the former minister was taken into custody on Wednesday at the airport.According to Premium Times, sources disclosed that Nnaji is expected to be handed over to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, for interrogation.The ICPC had been on the trail of the former minister since he resigned from office last year following investigations that revealed he forged his academic certificates.Former Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji has reportedly been arrested at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport after arri...

APC Governors Assess Primaries, Plan Meeting With Yilwatda Ahead Of 2027 Elections

30Jun

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APC Governors Assess Primaries, Plan Meeting With Yilwatda Ahead Of 2027 Elections

Governors elected under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have reviewed the party’s recent primary elections and agreed to engage with the APC National Chairman, Netanwe Yilwatda, and other key leaders as preparations begin ahead of the 2027 general elections.The decision was reached during a meeting of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), which ended in the early hours of Tuesday in Abuja.Speaking after the meeting, PGF Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, said the governors assessed the outcome of APC primaries nationwide, the recent Ekiti governorship election, and several by-elections where he said the party recorded positive results.Uzodimma noted that the forum also deliberated on issues affecting Nigeria’s democratic system and measures to...

Court Fixes October 2026 For Judgment In ₦6bn Money Laundering Case Against Mompha

30Jun

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Court Fixes October 2026 For Judgment In ₦6bn Money Laundering Case Against Mompha

The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has fixed October 15, 2026, for judgment in the alleged ₦6 billion money laundering case involving social media personality, Ismaila Mustapha, popularly known as Mompha.Justice Mojisola Dada, who is handling the case, reserved judgment after proceedings in the matter involving Mompha and his company, Ismalob Global Investment Limited.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had charged Mompha and his company on January 12, 2022, with an eight-count charge bordering on alleged conspiracy to launder funds obtained through illegal activities, retention of proceeds of crime, failure to declare assets, and possession of documents containing false information, among other offences.The court is now expected to deliver its ruli...

Scenes from the protest at Omoyele Sowores court hearing this morning {VIDEO}

30Jun

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Scenes from the protest at Omoyele Sowores court hearing this morning {VIDEO}

The area surrounding the Federal High Court in Abuja was transformed into a sea of passionate demonstrators this morning as citizens gathered to demand the immediate release of activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore during his scheduled court proceedings.The atmosphere was electric with chants of "Free Sowore now!" echoing across the complex. Citizens from various walks of life converged early in the day, turning the judicial grounds into a focal point of public frustration and a rallying cry for justice and civil liberties.Tensions flared during the demonstration when Department of State Services (DSS) officials attempted to restrict the crowd's actions. A major point of contention arose when security operatives reportedly ordered demonstrators to stop documenting the event....