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VDM: Court grants businessman, Blord bail

Celebrity Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly known as Blord, has been granted bail after spending weeks in Kuje prison over alleged impersonation of social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan. The development was disclosed by activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore in a statement shared on his official Facebook…

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Soldiers arrest 15 suspected oil thieves at Dangote Refinery discharge point

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 15 suspected oil thieves around the Ibeju Lekki axis of Lagos State. This is contained in an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja. The report revealed that the suspects were apprehended in the early hours of Friday by troops…

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Viral video: AIG orders probe of misconduct against cybercrime officers

By Kingsley Omonobi The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 7, AIG Victor Olaiya, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into allegations that personnel of the zonal headquarters Cybercrime Section were involved in acts of extortion. The AIG’s directive followed a viral video showing officers of the zone perpetrating the misconduct. A statement…

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JAMB: Police assure of tight security for 2026 UTME in Taraba

The Taraba State Police Command has announced comprehensive security arrangements ahead of the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, Computer-Based Test, CBT, examination across the state. In a statement issued on Thursday. the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Victor Mshelizah, said the measures were designed to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free exercise for candidates,…

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Top 10 players to win award ahead of UCL semi-finals

Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane, is now regarded as the favourite to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or prize. Kane has been brilliant for the Bundesliga side on their quest to win both the league and Champions League. The England captain was on target, as Bayern beat Real Madrid 4-3 (6-4) to qualify for the Champions…

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Top 10 players to win award ranked after UCL last eight

The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has begun to take shape following the conclusion of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, with several standout performers emerging as early frontrunners for football’s most prestigious individual prize. Based on recent performances and betting market indicators, Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane currently tops the rankings, ahead of a…

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2027: ‘We’re not jittery; we’ve got the numbers’ — APC

By Omeiza Ajayi, ABUJA The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has expressed strong confidence in its chances ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying the APC has consolidated its hold on key swing states in the Northwest and is well positioned to dominate the polls. Speaking during a media chat monitored in Abuja on Wednesday,…

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2027: ‘We’re not jittery; we’ve got the numbers’ — APC

By Omeiza Ajayi, ABUJA The ruling All Progressives Congress APC has expressed strong confidence in its chances ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying the APC has consolidated its hold on key swing states in the Northwest and is well positioned to dominate the polls. Speaking during a media chat monitored in Abuja on Wednesday,…

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NLC president Ajaero clinches global labour prize

By Victor Ahiuma-Young President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Joe Ajaero, has been awarded the 2026 Arthur Svensson International Prize for Trade Union Rights, in recognition of his courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to defending workers’ rights in Nigeria despite mounting repression and threats. The Arthur Svensson Prize, one of the world’s most prestigious…

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‘Elumelu effect’ drives Seplat to historic N10,000 – First NGX stock to cross barrier

By Udeme Akpan Seplat Energy Plc has become the first company in the 65-year history of the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) to close above N10,000 per share, a milestone directly linked to the strategic investment by Tony Elumelu’s Heirs Energies. Seplat closed trading on April 14, 2026, at N10,450 per share, representing a staggering 80 per…

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