Comic actor Fred “Tenkobo” Ebere has criticised Stella Okafor, the widow of late Nollywood veteran John “Mr Ibu” Okafor, over her recent public appeal for financial assistance. According to The Cable on Friday, June 26, 2026, Stella said she was struggling to pay her house rent and her children’s school fees. In response, Ebere…
A Saudi psychiatrist has been sentenced to life imprisonment for killing six people and injuring hundreds after driving a rented BMW into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, eastern Germany, days before Christmas in 2024. The sentence was handed down on Friday, June 26, 2026. The defendant, identified as Taleb A. under German privacy laws,…
Senator Ali Ndume has called for improved welfare for Nigerian military personnel, arguing that their current remuneration does not reflect the risks they face in combating insecurity. Speaking during an interview with TrustTV News on June 26, 2026, the Borno South lawmaker also commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as a fair and…
A man was allegedly assaulted by a mob in Onitsha, Anambra State, after being falsely accused of stealing money, sparking renewed concerns over mob justice. A viral video circulating on social media showed the victim repeatedly insisting on his innocence, swearing on the lives of his mother and siblings that he had not taken any…
Chief Peter Ameh, a chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has defended the financial integrity of former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, saying his wealth predates his political career. Speaking during an interview on the SYMFONI YouTube channel on June 26, 2026, Ameh argued that Obi’s financial success before entering politics shows he…
According to Metro Sport, Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United to move quickly for Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni if he becomes available this summer. United have already agreed a £35 million deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson but continue to target further reinforcements. Their plans have been complicated by Nottingham Forest’s acceptance of Manchester…
Omega Power Ministry (OPM) founder Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere has alleged that armed police officers and health officials inspected one of the church’s free specialist hospitals following a petition he believes was submitted by fellow pastors. In a post shared on his X account on Friday, Chinyere claimed three white buses carrying armed police officers and…
Senator Ali Ndume has said Nigerian senators are overpaid compared to police officers and members of the armed forces, arguing that more public funds should be directed toward national security. Speaking during an interview with Trust TV, the Borno South senator said the disparity between lawmakers’ earnings and the remuneration of security personnel is…
Political commentator Tucker Carlson has claimed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spent decades urging successive U.S. presidents to take military action against Iran, but that only President Donald Trump ultimately agreed. Speaking in a video posted by Sky News on June 25, 2026, Carlson responded to questions about why Trump, despite his long-standing…
Senator Ali Ndume has said his continued membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is largely due to his relationship with President Bola Tinubu, Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Vice President’s wife. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on June 26, 2026, the Borno South senator disclosed that…
