The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against drug trafficking, intercepting a large consignment of cannabis valued at over ₦724 million in Edo State. Speaking at a press briefing in Benin City, the state commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, revealed that operatives seized a total of 7,245 kilograms of cannabis…
Rising sprint star Gout Gout has announced himself on the global stage with a stunning performance, breaking a long-standing 200m record and rewriting history in the process. The 18-year-old Australian clocked an incredible 19.67 seconds at the national championships in Sydney, setting a new benchmark for teenage athletes. The record-breaking run not only shattered his…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has issued a firm warning to individuals involved in illegal land grabbing across Oyo, declaring that those who engage in such acts risk facing up to 15 years in prison. The warning comes in response to a surge in violent incidents linked to land disputes in several communities…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action over allegations of missing public funds totaling ₦2.9 billion linked to two key government agencies. In a letter dated April 11, signed by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, the organization called on the President to direct the Minister of Communications,…
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 23-year-old man, Sodiq Kayode Akorede, in connection with the tragic killing of a six-year-old girl in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. According to a statement released on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, the incident occurred on April 11, 2026,…
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has publicly criticized the South African government, alleging that regulatory barriers are preventing his satellite internet service, Starlink, from securing an operating licence in his birth country. In a series of posts shared on X, Musk expressed frustration over the ongoing delay, claiming that the decision is tied to South Africa’s…
In a move that has captured global attention, Manny Pacquiao has taken ownership of the former training base of his longtime rival, Floyd Mayweather. The iconic Mayweather Boxing Club, once a hub of championship preparation, was recently shut down after reportedly falling into foreclosure. The gym, which played a central role in Mayweather’s rise and…
The Nigerian Navy has recorded a significant breakthrough in the fight against crude oil theft, intercepting vessels and recovering illegally refined petroleum products valued at approximately $300 million in the first quarter of 2026. The operation, carried out under the newly launched Operation DELTA SENTINEL, saw the recovery of over 531,500 litres of stolen petroleum…
Uganda’s top military official, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has stirred international conversation after publicly offering to deploy a large number of Ugandan soldiers to Israel. In a statement shared on social media, the general declared his readiness to send up to 100,000 troops, saying he would personally lead the mission to protect what he described as “the…
The Kingdom of Bhutan has quietly reduced its Bitcoin holdings by nearly 70 percent, signaling a significant shift in its cryptocurrency strategy. Once considered a unique player in state-backed crypto mining, the country has scaled down its position, selling a large portion of the roughly 13,000 BTC it held as of October 2024. Recent data…
