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Police arrest Tiktoker who raised false alarm of students abduction in Edo

7Jun

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Police arrest Tiktoker who raised false alarm of students abduction in Edo

The Edo State Police Command has arrested a popular TikToker, Uzebor Emmanuel, widely known online as "Aza Woman," for allegedly fabricating and spreading a false report regarding the mass abduction of students in Benin City. The suspect had claimed in viral social media posts that several students were kidnapped on June 3, 2026, from Green Park Academy in Aduwawa and Western Boys’ College on Ikpoba Hill.Confirming the arrest to journalists, the Command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, stated that preliminary investigations revealed the suspect knowingly disseminated the false information across various social media platforms. According to the police, Emmanuel’s viral posts falsely alleged that at least six individuals were forcefully abducted using commercial mini-tr...

Tobi Amusan wins gold and also sets new record in Taiwan

7Jun

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Tobi Amusan wins gold and also sets new record in Taiwan

Tobi Amusan, the Nigerian sprinter, claimed gold in the women's 100m hurdles at the New Taipei Athletics Open in Taiwan on Saturday, June 6.The 29-year-old finished ahead of Taiwan's Bo Ya Zhang, who took silver with a time of 13.17 seconds, and Yi Po-an, who settled for bronze in 13.37 seconds. Amusan's winning time of 12.72 seconds also set a new meeting record, shaving 0.08 seconds off the previous mark of 12.80 seconds held by Nia Ali, the American Olympic silver medallist and former world champion.She dominated her qualifying heat, easily outpacing the competition in Heat 2, and carried that form into the final. She delivered a commanding performance that excited the crowd, seizing the lead outright after the fourth hurdle and leaving Zhang behind.The three-time Senior...

Nigerian wonderkid becomes most expensive teenager in move to Brighton

7Jun

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Nigerian wonderkid becomes most expensive teenager in move to Brighton

English Premier League club, Brighton & Hove Albion, has splashed £21.5m on Nigerian wonderkid, Zadok Yohanna, from AIK Stockholm.The 18-year-old winger also becomes the most expensive Nigerian teenager, surpassing the transfer fee for John Obi Mikel to Chelsea from Norway’s Lyn Oslo in 2006.Brighton, who beat Newcastle United and Chelsea to the speedy and tricky winger’s signature, revealed that he has signed a deal for five years, and will be with the club until 2031.Brighton’s young head coach, Fabian Hurzeler, revealed admiration and had high praise for Yohanna and revealed he will join the first team immediately.“I’m looking forward to working with Zadok. Having seen his games and his attributes, he is a player that can impact games in the final third.“He’s sti...

National Assembly’s N110bn SUV, allowance spending unlawful – Court declares

7Jun

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National Assembly’s N110bn SUV, allowance spending unlawful – Court declares

The Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the National Assembly’s controversial N110 billion vehicle and allowance schemes, are unlawful.This also includes the spending of N40 billion on 465 vehicles for lawmakers and N70 billion in support allowances for newly elected members.The court said it breached procurement laws, constitutional obligations, and the public trust.The court also ordered the Senate President, Mr. Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Tajudeen Abbas, “to ensure that all future procurements or expenditure of public funds by the National Assembly comply strictly with due process requirements and are also guided by the principles of transparency, accountability and value for money.”The judgment was delivered on Wednesday, M...

Police rescue abducted sister and nephews of ex-Power Minister, Bayo Adelabu

7Jun

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Police rescue abducted sister and nephews of ex-Power Minister, Bayo Adelabu

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul. Two suspected k!dnappers were neutralised in a gun duel with police operatives during the rescue operation. Two firearms were recovered from the gang.The victims were abducted around 7:30 am in the Challenge area of Ibadan South West Local Government Area of the state on June 3, 2026 while their mum was on the way to drop them in school.Police sources disclosed that sustained intelligence tracking and tactical pressure forced the kidnappers into a confrontation with operatives, leading to the successful rescue of the victims.For eye witness news report, Contact...

Fertility Foundation Expands Support for Women as Cost of IVF Soars

6Jun

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Fertility Foundation Expands Support for Women as Cost of IVF Soars

As the cost of fertility treatment continues to rise in Nigeria, putting assisted reproduction beyond the reach of many families, the Olaronke Thaddeus Foundation has expanded its intervention to support more women struggling with infertility.The foundation, led by fertility advocate Olaronke Ugwueke-Thaddeus, announced a fresh outreach programme offering free intrauterine insemination (IUI) treatment to 20 Nigerian women, as part of efforts to ease the financial burden associated with fertility care.The latest initiative builds on the foundation’s growing fertility support programme, which has already sponsored in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment for about 50 women and couples across Nigeria between 2024 and 2025. The support has also extended to Nigerians living in the United ...

Rashford Rejects Arsenal Move, Eyes Barcelona Switch

6Jun

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Rashford Rejects Arsenal Move, Eyes Barcelona Switch

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has reportedly ruled out a move to Arsenal during the summer transfer window.According to reports from Sport, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and Newcastle United have all shown interest in signing the England international. However, Rashford is said to be prioritising a return to FC Barcelona.The 28-year-old spent last season on loan at Barcelona, where he played a key role in helping the Catalan giants secure the La Liga title ahead of rivals Real Madrid.Barcelona are understood to be keen on making Rashford's stay permanent, but negotiations with Manchester United over a transfer agreement have yet to be concluded.

Portugal coach, Martinez gives team news ahead of Nigeria clash

6Jun

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Portugal coach, Martinez gives team news ahead of Nigeria clash

Portugal coach, Roberto Martinez, has provided his team news update ahead of his side’s international friendly clash with Nigeria.The Seleção das Quinas will face the Super Eagles on Wednesday, June 10.Portugal will face Chile on Saturday before taking on Nigeria on Wednesday.Speaking at his pre-match press conference ahead of the encounter, Martinez confirmed that Manchester City right-back Matheus Nunes is unfit to train and, as a result, will be absent from the squad to face Chile.He also confirmed that former Barcelona and Chelsea star João Félix will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability.“Unfortunately, Matheus Nunes is not yet fit to train, so he is out of the squad for tomorrow. It’s not the time to take risks. We hope...

LAWMA warns hospitals, waste handlers over Ebola prevention

6Jun

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LAWMA warns hospitals, waste handlers over Ebola prevention

The Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, has issued a precautionary advisory to hospitals, medical waste handlers, transporters, and treatment operators across Lagos State following the recent outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease, EVD, reported in parts of East Africa.The agency said in a statement issued by the Lagos state government that the move was aimed at strengthening preparedness and ensuring strict compliance with infection prevention and medical waste management procedures across the state.Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this while addressing concerns over the possible spread of infectious diseases through improper medical waste handling.He, however, clarified that there was currently no confirmed...

Woman Caught With Human Poo She Adds To Beans Used To Fry Akara She Sells To Public

6Jun

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Woman Caught With Human Poo She Adds To Beans Used To Fry Akara She Sells To Public

A woman known for selling akara and bread at Ani Street, Ikom-Obudu Road, secretly mixing human Faeces (the solid waste eliminated from the body) with the beans she uses to fry her akara for sale.Her own regular customers were the ones who caught her in the act, they had been patronizing her business for a very long time without knowing they were eating from the same pot that contained what she was adding to boost her sales.The crowd became furious. They demanded she open what she was hiding, but she stubbornly refused. The people forced the container open themselves so everyone could see the contents with their own eyes.When questioned about her disgusting practice, she simply said it was “the hand work of the devil” and that she had been doing it for a very long time to attra...