The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared alleged drug kingpin Nnamuka Kelvin Uchenna, popularly known as “Odogwu,” and three of his associates wanted over their alleged involvement in operating a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in Imo State. The agency also secured a court order freezing ₦9.84 billion linked to the suspects and obtained interim…
The continuing conflict involving Iran is creating a strange situation in the global energy market: oil companies are making much more money at the same time that higher energy prices are putting pressure on consumers and businesses. Saudi Aramco, ExxonMobil and Chevron are among the major energy companies benefiting from the sharp changes in oil…
Controversial Nigerian singer Portable has once again dominated social media after embracing the nickname “Olodo Billionaire” during a candid appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, turning criticism into a bold statement of confidence. The debate began after rapper YCee, speaking on the Afropolitan Podcast, lamented what he described as an “olodo uprising” in the entertainment…
The Anambra local government election is taking place across the state today, but the most unusual part of the ANSIEC election is not the number of candidates on the ballot. In 20 of the state’s 21 local government areas, voters are being asked a much simpler question: Do you accept the candidate? The arrangement means…
Plateau State’s cholera outbreak has reached 537 suspected cases and 17 deaths, but the latest figures also tell a more complicated story. While the number of people affected continues to rise, health authorities say active transmission has been brought under control in several of the areas that were previously hit hardest. The outbreak began in…
A severe summer heatwave has swept across Europe, triggering red heat alerts in parts of France, Italy, and Spain as temperatures climb toward 40°C and above. The extreme weather has been linked to a large area of high pressure pulling hot air from the Sahara, creating dangerous heat conditions across western and southern Europe. Authorities…
Arsenal have finally completed their long pursuit of Igor Tyjon, bringing the highly rated Blackburn Rovers youngster to North London in a deal worth around £1 million upfront, with another £2 million available in add-ons. But with the 18-year-old expected to begin with Arsenal’s U21 side rather than immediately join Mikel Arteta’s first team, the…
Nigerian artist and character designer Uzoma Dunkwu has won an Emmy for his work on Marvel’s Eyes of Wakanda, giving Nigerian animation talent another major moment on the international stage. Dunkwu won in the Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation category for character design on the episode Into The Lion’s Den. The Television Academy lists Eyes…
A confrontation between a Lagos mother and police officers in Ikorodu has drawn attention to renewed concerns over Lagos police illegal phone searches and how young Nigerians respond when stopped by security personnel. The incident, which was captured on video and circulated online, reportedly involved three young men travelling in a tricycle. The officers allegedly…
Chelsea star Cole Palmer has described new manager Xabi Alonso as a “breath of fresh air,” saying the squad has quickly embraced the Spaniard’s ideas as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season. Speaking during Chelsea’s pre-season tour, Palmer praised Alonso’s influence since taking charge on July 1, revealing that the players have responded positively to…
