Veteran filmmaker Zeb Ejiro has revealed that his acclaimed 1996 film Domitilla was inspired by his experiences growing up in Ajegunle, a densely populated area of Lagos. Speaking on The Legacy Series on June 25, 2026, Ejiro reflected on the origins of the movie, explaining that the story emerged from events and social realities he…
Social media users have reacted to comments by former Kaduna senator Shehu Sani following the Senate’s passage of a constitutional amendment bill establishing state police across Nigeria’s 36 states. According to reports, the legislation marks a significant step toward decentralising policing and allowing states to operate their own police forces. Reacting to the development on…
Veteran filmmaker Zeb Ejiro, widely known as the “Father of Nollywood,” has revealed that his acclaimed 1996 film Domitilla was produced on the smallest budget of his career. Speaking on The Legacy Series on June 25, 2026, Ejiro said financial constraints forced him to work with limited resources during the production of the film. Despite…
Dr. Bashir Kurfi has called for greater involvement of local stakeholders in efforts to combat banditry and insecurity in Nigeria’s North-West, arguing that community engagement can complement military operations. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on June 24, 2026, Kurfi said lasting peace cannot be achieved through force alone. He urged authorities to work…
Chelsea F.C. are closing in on the signing of Marco Palestra from Atalanta BC, with the young defender scheduled to undergo a medical in London on Friday ahead of the completion of the transfer. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano on June 25, 2026, Chelsea, Atalanta and the player’s representatives have reached a full agreement,…
A courtroom session drew widespread attention after a suspect attributed his alleged criminal conduct to Nigeria’s economic hardship, prompting laughter in court and sparking debate online. According to a report by LEADERSHIP Newspaper on June 25, 2026, the incident was captured in a viral video showing the suspect pleading for leniency before a judge. Speaking…
Lamido Sanusi has criticised the National Assembly, accusing lawmakers of failing to carry out effective oversight of the executive, particularly regarding government borrowing. Speaking during an interview on TV Platinum on June 25, 2026, Sanusi questioned the legislature’s role under the leadership of Godswill Akpabio, arguing that lawmakers failed to enforce borrowing limits contained in…
José Mourinho has said he hopes players from his Real Madrid squad are eliminated early from the 2026 World Cup so they can return in time for the club’s pre-season preparations. According to a report by Daily Post on June 25, 2026, Mourinho made the remark during an appearance on the BeastModeOn podcast while discussing…
Veteran Nigerian entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has shared insights into his nearly five-decade-long marriage, saying frequent disagreements have never prevented him and his wife from resolving their differences. Speaking in an interview reported by TVC, Charly Boy compared their relationship to the cartoon duo Tom and Jerry. “My wife and I…
Monday Ubani, Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association Electoral Committee, has called for greater involvement of local government officials in grassroots security management, arguing that community-based policing could strengthen efforts to tackle insecurity across Nigeria. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on June 25, 2026, Ubani weighed in on the debate following the Senate’s passage…
