Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of Telegram, was reportedly arrested on Saturday evening at Bourget Airport near Paris. French news outlets TF1 and BFM TV revealed that Durov was detained under a French warrant related to an investigation into Telegram’s alleged involvement in facilitating various criminal activities, including terrorism, drug trafficking, and fraud. […]
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NIA Director General Ahmed Rufai Abubakar Resigns, Submits Letter to President Tinubu
Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, the Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), has submitted his resignation to President Bola Tinubu. The resignation was tendered on Saturday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2018, Abubakar is a retired career Foreign Service officer who previously served as the Senior Special […]
Ten Hag Criticizes Man Utd’s Defensive Lapses in Defeat to Brighton
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has attributed his team’s 2-1 loss to Brighton to poor defending, particularly in the closing stages of the match. The defeat, which came courtesy of a 95th-minute header from Joao Pedro, has intensified pressure on the Dutch coach. Brighton took the lead through Danny Welbeck in the first half, […]
Flood Devastates Adamawa Communities, Leaving Six Dead and Thousands Displaced
A devastating flood has ravaged several communities in the Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State, leading to the tragic loss of six lives and displacing over 2,000 people. Naija News reports that the disaster has caused widespread destruction, wiping out homes, agricultural lands, and critical infrastructure, including bridges. Among the hardest-hit communities are Kichinga, […]
Acha: The nutrient-packed ancient grain you should try!
By Tochi Okafor In the rich culinary tapestry of Nigeria, where dishes vary widely from one region to another, it’s easy for certain foods to remain hidden gems, known only to a few. One such gem is Acha, also known as fonio. Despite its tiny size, Acha packs a powerful nutritional punch, yet it remains […]
Dino Melaye Accuses PDP Leadership of Irreparably Damaging the PartyNew Title:
Former Kogi West senator, Dino Melaye, has accused three key figures within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of irreversibly damaging the party. In a statement posted on his X account, Melaye pointed fingers at PDP National Chairman Iliya Damagum, National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu, and Organizing Secretary Umar Bature for their roles in what he described […]
Jonathan Stands a Better Chance in 2027 – PDP Deputy Spokesman, Abdullahi
Ibrahim Abdullahi, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has stated that former President Goodluck Jonathan stands a strong chance of winning the 2027 presidential election if he runs under the party’s banner. Abdullahi emphasized that the PDP’s primary concern is winning elections and controlling the central government to drive national […]
Heartland FC Involved in Tragic Bus Accident, Coach Christian Obi Passes Away
Heartland Football Club, a former Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) team, was involved in a tragic bus accident on their way to Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, for the Ifeanyi Ekwueme TICO/SELECT preseason tournament. The accident claimed the life of their head coach, Christian Obi, a former Super Eagles goalkeeper. The incident occurred in Umunna, near Okigwe […]
Northern Political Figures Express Dissatisfaction with Tinubu’s Administration, Hint at 2027 Opposition
Several northern political leaders and groups have voiced growing dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s administration, citing concerns about neglecting northern interests and marginalizing the politicians who supported his rise to power. Critics argue that Tinubu has favored the Yoruba ethnic group in key government appointments, leaving northern representation sidelined. They highlight the concentration of crucial […]
ICPC Warns of Consequences for Defying Supreme Court Ruling on Local Government Autonomy
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has issued a stern warning that it will take action against any official or individual who defies the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government autonomy. This follows the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment on July 11, 2024, which affirmed the financial independence of Nigeria’s 774 Local […]