AMVCA-winning skitmaker Layi Wasabi has said he never set out to become an “intellectual comedian,” explaining that the label was created by audiences rather than by his own intention. According to a report by The Nation on June 26, 2026, the comedian, whose real name is Isaac Ayomide Olayiwola, made the remarks during the Joey…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a suspected fraudster accused of defrauding more than 60 university students of about ₦15 million in school fees. According to a video shared on June 26, 2026, by the command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, the suspect, a JUPEB student at a university in Delta State, allegedly posed as a…
Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, has renewed his call for improved welfare and working conditions for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, saying greater support is essential to strengthening the country’s fight against insecurity. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on June 26, 2026, Ndume said soldiers operating in conflict…
Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District, has called for improved welfare and better remuneration for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, saying enhanced support is essential to strengthening the fight against insecurity. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on June 26, 2026, Ndume said military personnel operating in conflict zones deserve…
Two women who allege they were victims of Jeffrey Epstein believe he had assistance in operating his s3x trafficking network and are now pointing to former Victoria’s Secret CEO Les Wexner as an enabler, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. The two Jane Does have filed a lawsuit against Wexner, accusing him of facilitating…
Social crusader Igho Akeregha has said the opposition’s chances in the 2027 presidential election will depend on presenting candidates with broad national appeal, strong political structures and the ability to unite voters across Nigeria. Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV on June 25, 2026, Akeregha argued that defeating an incumbent president requires more than…
Iran has warned the United States that it may take action if Washington fails to prevent Israeli military aircraft from using neighbouring countries’ airspace for operations targeting the Islamic Republic. According to Al Jazeera English, Iranian officials accused Israel of turning regional air routes into potential corridors for military operations and described flights near…
Nyesom Wike has defended the ongoing road construction projects across Abuja, saying the infrastructure is improving connectivity, stimulating development and expanding real estate growth in the Federal Capital Territory. Speaking during the commissioning of another road project as part of the FCT’s 31-day inauguration programme, Wike said the new road network is opening up previously…
Media personality and Arise News anchor, Ayo Mairo-Ese, has openly condemned First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for suggesting that impoverished Nigerians, particularly women, should resort to petty trading like frying akara (bean cakes), roasting corn, or making kuli-kuli (peanut cakes) to achieve economic independence. The controversy stems from a newly emerged, viral video of a…
The Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi state, on Friday, June 26, set aside its earlier judgment that directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party. The presiding judge, Justice Isah Dashen, held that all relevant parties must be heard before any substantive decision can…
