Security analyst Bulama Bukarti has urged the Federal Government to adopt technology-driven tactics, including drones and enhanced aerial surveillance, to strengthen operations against armed bandits. Speaking in a video published on the official YouTube channel of Channels Television on Friday, July 3, 2026, Bukarti said bandits are most vulnerable when travelling on motorcycles in small…
Argentina captain Lionel Messi sparked debate after his side’s dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32, according to a GiveMeSport report published on July 4, 2026. Messi opened the scoring before Deroy Duarte equalized in the 59th minute. Lisandro Martínez restored Argentina’s lead in extra time,…
Ifeyinwa Nwani, the first wife of late Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has spoken about the sacrifices she made during the early years of his career and the eventual breakdown of their marriage. According to a Premium Times Nigeria report published on Saturday, July 4, Ifeyinwa told online creator Babatunde Lucky…
Political analyst Henry Shield has criticised Nigeria’s opposition parties, accusing them of lacking urgency and strategic direction ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking in comments reported by Symfoni News on Saturday, July 4, 2026, Shield argued that opposition parties should be mobilising citizens to demand free, fair and credible elections rather than focusing…
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has directed the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, to provide comprehensive medical screening and treatment for victims recently freed from captivity in Eda Oniyo. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, the governor also instructed the State Ministry of…
The Ekiti State Police Command has announced the rescue of worshippers who were kidnapped during an attack on a Christ Apostolic Church prayer gathering in Eda-Oniyo on April 28. The incident occurred during a night vigil when about five gunmen invaded the church’s prayer ground. The attackers reportedly killed the pastor before abducting several members…
Prince Abubakar Audu University has sparked reactions on social media after an examination question referencing First Lady Senator Remi Tinubu’s remarks on small-scale businesses surfaced online. According to a report shared by Punch on its official X account on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the question asked students to prepare an advocacy advertising copy titled…
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has revealed that Argentina captain Lionel Messi praised his performance following their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash, describing the exchange as one of the most memorable moments of his career. According to the Nigerian Tribune on Saturday, July 4, 2026, the 40-year-old goalkeeper produced a series of crucial…
Nigerian social media personality DJ Chicken has sparked widespread criticism after making an alleged threat involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, during a live social media broadcast. In a video that has circulated widely online, DJ Chicken was heard saying that if President Tinubu won the election, he would kill Seyi Tinubu. The…
Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, the medical expert who conducted an independent assessment of the health of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu, has reportedly been arrested in Enugu State. According to Daily Post, human rights lawyer Maxwell Okpara said Aghaji was arrested at his residence in the Independence Layout area of Enugu…
