The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed widespread reports claiming that Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu ordered officers to “shoot on sight” anyone found carrying illegal firearms, describing the reports as a misrepresentation of his remarks during a stakeholders’ meeting in Makurdi, Benue State. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Force clarified that…
Global energy markets remain on edge as escalating conflict in the Middle East and renewed disruptions to key shipping routes continue to drive oil prices higher, with Brent crude hovering around the $100-per-barrel mark after briefly surpassing the milestone this week. The latest surge has been fueled by growing concerns over the security of vital…
Afrobeats icon D’banj has added another milestone to his career after becoming the first Nigerian entertainer to ring the closing bell at the London Stock Exchange (LSE) during celebrations marking the 125th anniversary of the Royal African Society. The award-winning singer, whose real name is Oladapo Oyebanjo, shared the achievement on his verified social media…
Arsenal are reportedly exploring a sensational move for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior, just hours after it emerged that Liverpool declined the chance to pursue the Brazilian despite being approached by the player’s representatives. According to the latest reports, Arsenal have internally approved the idea of signing the 26-year-old as they look to strengthen their…
More than 200,000 people have been evacuated across France and Spain as extreme heat and powerful wildfires continue to sweep through parts of southern Europe, overwhelming emergency services and forcing thousands from their homes. The latest fires are among the most severe of this year’s wildfire season, fueled by record-breaking temperatures, dry vegetation and strong…
The Lagos State Government has clarified that there is no restriction on movement during the monthly environmental sanitation exercise, warning that any arrest or detention of residents solely for moving around during the exercise is unlawful. The clarification was issued on Saturday by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, following reports…
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has scheduled a hearing to decide on who won the 2025 AFCON title. It will take place on October 8 between the Senegalese Football Federation and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation. The appeal seeks to overturn a CAF decision declaring that the…
A series of overnight crashes on the Kara Bridge section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has caused severe traffic congestion stretching from Kara to Otedola Bridge and beyond, leaving thousands of motorists stranded during Friday’s morning rush. According to emergency responders, the first major crash occurred at about 12:05 a.m. on the outbound carriageway towards Ibadan,…
Arsenal have officially unveiled their 2026/27 away kit, with supporters already hailing it as one of the club’s finest designs in recent years. Created by adidas, the new strip features a deep navy base accented with subtle red detailing and gold sponsor branding, combining a modern aesthetic with nods to Arsenal’s rich history. The shirt…
Christian organizations have pushed back against a provision in the proposed Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2026 that would ban preaching in commercial vehicles, arguing that it infringes on Nigerians’ constitutional right to freedom of religion and expression. The bill, passed by the Senate on July 16, proposes a ₦50,000 fine for…
