Written by The captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, William Troost-Ekong, has confirmed that the team boycotted training on Tuesday over unpaid allowances and bonuses. The players failed to participate in training ahead of their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier play-off, as they awaited the resolution of outstanding payments. In a tweet on Tuesday, Troost-Ekong … Continue reading “World Cup Play-Off: Super Eagles Captain Ekong Confirms Training Boycott”
A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the alleged money laundering trial of the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, to January 29, 30 and February 4 and 5, 2026 for continuation of trial. Justice Emeka Nwite on Tuesday, November 11, allowed the prosecution counsel, Kemi Pinheiro (SAN), to conclude the examination of … Continue reading “Alleged money laundering: Court Fixes Yahaya Bellos trial for Jan 29”
Suspected bandits attacked Alkalije village in Yabo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, k!lling five people, including a pregnant woman. According to the punch, Alkalije, a border community under Kilgori District, lies close to Silame Local Government Area and shares boundaries with parts of Kebbi State, an area notorious for frequent incursions by Lakurawa bandit groups. Local … Continue reading “Bandits k!ll pregnant woman and four others in Sokoto community”
The House of Representatives has expressed concern over the alarming state of Nigerias border security, revealing that 1,894 out of the countrys 1,978 official entry points remain unmanned. Lawmakers stated this situation has left the nation dangerously exposed to criminal activities. Chairman of the House Ad-Hoc Committee on Border Security, Isa Anka, raised the alarm during … Continue reading “House of Reps raise alarm over Nigerias 1,894 unmanned borders”
A Louisiana middle school is standjng its ground on its decision to expel a 13-year-old girl victimized by male classmates who allegedly created and shared AI-generated nude photos of her around campus. The eighth-grader at Sixth Ward Middle School was accused of hitting one of the boys on the bus heading home after they continued to … Continue reading “School defends decision after expelling girl, 13, because she hit male classmate who allegedly shared AI-generated nude photos of her”
Popular TikTok influencer, Brenay Kennard, has been ordered to pay $1.75 million in damages to her husband’s ex-wife. A jury sided with Akira Montague, who had sought $3.5 million in damages for an affair with her then-husband, Timothy Montague. In the civil lawsuit, filed in May 2024 with the Durham County Superior Court, Akira accused Kennard of alienation of affection, … Continue reading “TikTok influencer ordered to pay her husbands ex-wife $1.75 million in damages for wrecking their marriage”
The FCT chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA-FCT) has announced the release of Dr. Chinonye Nwachukwu, who regained her freedom after spending three harrowing weeks in kidnappers captivity. Nwachukwu, a Ukraine-trained physician, was reportedly abducted on October 21 while commuting to Garki Hospital in Garki District of Abuja. Her disappearance sparked widespread concern among colleagues, family … Continue reading “Abducted Abuja doctor regains freedom after 3 weeks in captivity”
As Donald Trumps lawsuit against the BBC looms, outgoing director-general Tim Davie held an all staff call on Monday, November 10, telling employees that the corporation must stand up for our journalism and control its own narrative, which will not just be given by our enemies. Davie said he is very, very proud of BBC journalists, … Continue reading “Outgoing BBC director tells staff to fight for our journalism in response to Trump”
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s attendance at the event comes after Meghan connected with the Kardashian-Jenners over the years, including sending them products from her lifestyle brand. As ever. The guest list for Jenner’s bash included her five daughters as well as Oprah Winfrey, Mariah Carey, Tyler Perry, Vin Diesel, Mark Zuckerberg, Adele, and more. The post Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner delete … Continue reading “Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner delete photos with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry”
A housewife, simply identified as Iya Bolu, reportedly slumped and d!ed while brushing her teeth in Abaji, the headquarters of the Abaji Area Council of the FCT. Neighbours who spoke to Daily Trust on Tuesday, November 12, said the incident happened on Friday around 7 am when the deceased woke up and picked up her toothbrush. A … Continue reading “Woman slumps and d!es while brushing her teeth in Abuja”