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A young woman’s life was saved thanks to the swift intervention of Lagos police officers yesterday. According to reports, a 19-year-old woman was found in a state of distress, attempting suicide. State Police Public Relations, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, in his statement on Thursday via X, said the incident occurred on June 29, 2024. The statement noted that the rescue operation …

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have a tough challenge ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The draw took place on Thursday in Johannesburg, South Africa. A total of 48 nations will compete in the qualifying rounds, with the top two teams from each of 12 groups advancing to the tournament in Morocco. Nigeria, three-time AFCON champions, are placed …

Former housemate of Big Brother Naija (BBN) reality TV show, ‘All Stars’ edition, Seyi Awolowo recalled how his father disowned him several times due to the complications of growing up in a polygamous family. The reality TV star who shared her story while speaking to media personality Chude Jideonwo on the Just Chude podcast, said her father had three wives …

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, said the current monetary policy is slowing economic growth in Nigeria. His comments came following a surprise statement by Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Industries Limited, on the negative impact of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) monetary policy. In a post on X on Thursday, Obi said Dangote’s …

Clashes between herders and farmers in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area of ​​Jigawa State left two people dead and three houses destroyed on Tuesday, the state police command confirmed. The incident, which followed alleged encroachment and destruction of farmlands in Safa and Gaurakai villages by cattle herders from Katsina State, escalated into violence, according to DSP Lawan Shiisu, the Police …

  Billionaire heir Anant Ambani will marry his longtime girlfriend Radhika Merchant later this month, in a lavish ceremony widely described as the country’s wedding of the year. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant during pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar, Gujarat, India on March 1, 2024 The extravagant pre-wedding celebrations have already created excitement in the Indian media and social media is …

A grim statistic has emerged from West Africa, painting a dire picture of the rising violence fueled by terrorism in the region. According to Foreign Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, more than 7,000 people were killed in terror attacks in West Africa in just the first five months of 2024. Tuggar, who spoke at the opening of the 52nd session of …

Amid growing concerns and rumors about a potential withdrawal, the White House has steadfastly denied that President Joe Biden is considering dropping out of the presidential race. Spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre, on Wednesday, said Biden was “clear-eyed and…remains in the race.” The confirmation comes after a tumultuous week following Biden’s performance in a debate against Donald Trump, which sparked panic in …

Victor Osimhen is expected to begin pre-season training with Napoli next week as no clubs have yet made any concrete offers for him. New Napoli coach Antonio Conte could meet Osimhen at Castel Volturno next week as no European club has yet made a formal offer to secure the striker’s services. Osimhen has a €130m release clause included in his …

Viral Video: Gen Cecil’s Impressive Push-Up Display Wins Hearts As the Edo governorship election approaches, the APC candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, is gaining momentum in his campaign, thanks to the tireless efforts of his staunch supporter, General Cecil Esekhaigbe RTD. The duo recently embarked on a high-energy tour across the five local government areas of Edo Central, leaving a trail …