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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with an alleged robbery incident in which job seekers were lured to a fake interview in the Magodo area of the state and dispossessed of their valuables. The arrest follows a viral video last week that raised concern on social media over the rising threat of sophisticated scams targeting desperate applicants. In the video shared by X user @General_Somto on April 10, applicants could be seen scattered, with a few putting their hands on their heads. One of the victims could be heard recounting the experience, warning others to…

Former Turkish midfielder Abdullah Ercan has asserted that Victor Osimhen is as important to Galatasaray as Paul Onuachu is to Trabzonspor, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Onuachu is having a season to remember at Trabzonspor, proving himself to be among the elite of the elite. He currently leads the Turkish scoring charts with 22 goals and two assists in 25 league appearances. As a testament to his clinical form, Onuachu sits four goals clear of second-placed Eldor Shomurodov and is responsible for approximately 40 percent of Trabzonspor’s total goals. Paul Onuachu celebrates goal for Trabzonspor. (Picture credit: Club X) Just a few weeks…

Veteran Nollywood actor and broadcaster, Patrick Doyle, has announced the birth of a baby girl with his new wife, Funmilayo The actor made the announcement in a Facebook post on Saturday, expressing gratitude to God over the new addition to his family. Nollywood Actor, Patrick Doyle, and his new wife, Funmilayo…Photo Credit: IG/ Patrick Doyle He revealed that the child, named Omayinuwa Mayen Harriet Doyle, was born on Friday at about 10:40 am. “To the glory of God, I announce the precious addition of a female child to my quiver. “OMAYINUWA MAYEN HARRIET DOYLE was born yesterday at about 10:40…

Akor Adams spoke with pride and relief after helping Sevilla secure a vital 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid, just days after the club was shaken by serious fan unrest, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian striker, who scored from the penalty spot, said the team had used the difficult moment as motivation. “All the energy of the club, the fans, and the players transformed into a positive atmosphere for this match. We gave 100% and achieved our objective, which was the three points,” he said as per El Sevillista. It was a strong response from Sevilla, who had been under intense pressure…

Public office reveals its true meaning in outcomes. It is seen in what was done and who was reached. That is where any serious conversation about Professor Iyabo Obasanjo’s suitability for higher office must begin. There is a Yoruba saying that speaks directly to this moment. It holds that the truest measure of a person is how well they handle the responsibility that is primarily theirs (Idi ise eni laa ti mo eni ni ole). It is a simple idea with a firm logic. If someone has performed with clarity and impact in the role assigned to them, then there…

Ogbonnaya Ikokwu The Abia State Government has announced plans to host a free medical outreach in collaboration with the Association of Nigerian Physicians in the Americas, with services scheduled to begin on April 13. The Commissioner for Health, Prof Enoch Uche, disclosed this on Friday in Umuahia during a media briefing ahead of the five-day mission, which will run from April 13 to April 17, 2026. He said about 25 doctors from the United States would participate in the outreach, providing free surgeries and medical consultations alongside local health professionals. Uche explained that the initiative followed a directive by Governor…

Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface has opened up on depression after a tough period with injuries, weight criticism and failed moves, Soccernet.ng reports. Boniface’s rise to the top of his career once felt unstoppable. The powerful striker had become a key figure for Bayer Leverkusen and looked set for even bigger stages. But over the past year, everything that could go wrong, almost has.Now, the Nigeria international has spoken openly about his mental state after a difficult run of injuries, failed transfers and personal setbacks.“Depression real die,” Boniface wrote on his X (formerly Twitter) page. It was a short message,…

Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola, has celebrated fellow industrialist, Aliko Dangote, on the occasion of his birthday on April 10, 2026. Marking the day with a warm tribute on Instagram, Otedola shared a photo of himself and Dangote dressed in coordinated white traditional attire, complete with matching caps, in what appeared to be a formal setting. Beyond the harmony, it was his caption that drew attention, as he described Dangote as his “bestie”. He wrote, “Happy Birthday to my BESTIE Aliko Dangote, hands down the greatest entrepreneur to have come out of Africa. Wishing you many more years of good health,…

Maduka Okoye produced one of the finest performances of his career as Udinese stunned AC Milan with a commanding 3-0 win at the San Siro, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian goalkeeper was at the heart of the result, keeping a third straight clean sheet in Serie A for the first time in his career. It was a night where everything seemed to go right for Okoye, from his positioning to his decision-making, as he frustrated Milan’s attackers again and again. Milan finished the match with 20 shots, but only three were on target, largely because Okoye stood firm. His most eye-catching…

Friends, associates, and family members gathered in Sagamu, Ogun State, to bid farewell to Caroline Odukoya, mother of former Managing Director of AIT, Tosin Dokpesi, in a ceremony that blended solemnity with style. The event drew a vibrant crowd, with guests dressed in coordinated yellow and orange patterned aso-ebi, creating a striking visual display across the venue. Tosin Dokpesi stood out in a carefully styled monochrome outfit, featuring layered fabrics in shades of yellow that reflected the day’s dress code. At the reception, she moved around the venue exchanging greetings with sympathisers who had come to honour her late mother…