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Valencia forward and Super Eagles striker, Sadiq Umar, has condemned the mob killing of 16 Hausa travellers in Edo State, Soccernet.ng reports.  The Real Sociedad loanee lashed out at people’s ignorance following the tragic death of over a dozen northern travellers who were mistaken for kidnappers and lynched in Edo State. Reports confirmed that 16 Hausa hunters, travelling from Port Harcourt to Kano for the Sallah festivities, were brutally attacked and burned alive by a mob after being falsely labelled Fulani herdsmen and kidnappers while passing through a community in Edo. Spanish LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad 0-2…

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, following the March 27 lynching of travellers in Uromi, the Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. The victims, mostly from northern Nigeria, were set ablaze by an angry mob after a local vigilante group allegedly found firearms in their possession while travelling in a Dangote Cement truck. Police rescued 10 others, while the deceased were buried on Saturday. In a statement on Sunday, the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor, confirmed Ibadin’s suspension and announced a ban on all…

Janet Ogundepo Skin experts have advised women to refrain from buying used pants and bras regardless of their price and durability, warning that they are prone to bacterial infections. The dermatologists stated that ladies who wear this underwear, especially without properly washing and ironing them, were at higher risk of bacterial infections and skin reactions, among other health complications. They acknowledged that the economic situation in the country has led to an increased preference for imported used clothing and underwear popularly known as ‘Okrika’ due to affordability. The skin specialists advised women to prioritise their health and opt for new…

Maritime stakeholders have decried that lack of funds, unavailability of rail coaches, and lack of patronage to the transport sector, among others, are militating against the progress of the rail sector in the country. The stakeholders raised the concern at a summit organised by the Nigerian Shippers Council in collaboration with the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), themed “Limitations to Rail Transportation of Cargo in Nigeria.” The stakeholders, therefore, tasked the Federal Government to develop an effective railway transportation system to enhance the easy movement of cargo to parts of the country with the aim of boosting the economy. One…

President Bola Tinubu, while declaring the State of Emergency in Rivers State, had assured that his action was aimed at restoring peace in the state and preventing the escalation of the crisis. However, with the alleged startling revelations of the former Head of Service to the state, Dr. George Nwaeke, the expected peace under the current emergency regime may not be near, Ann Godwin reports. The current video and script wars going on among citizens of Rivers State, especially from the former Head of Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, his wife, and other key players, indicate that the alleged peace…

1 day ago Former aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has condemned the killing of 16 northern hunters, calling it “barbaric and cruel.” A mob in Uromi, Esan North Local Government Area, Edo State, lynched and burned alive sixteen northern hunters on Friday. Reports said local vigilantes stopped the victims, who were mostly from the states of… 1 day ago The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC),  Bauchi State Command, has successfully intercepted a stolen Toyota Hilux and apprehended two individuals for human trafficking in separate operations. Mr. Oloyede Oyerinde, Commandant of the Command, who disclosed this at…

Super Eagles striker and Napoli star Victor Osimhen has taken his signature look to a new level by donning a million-dollar mask, Soccernet.ng reports.  The former LOSC Lille forward, who is known for his carbon-fibre face mask, recently revealed a jaw-dropping custom pendant crafted by celebrity jeweller, Bennydajeweller, the same luxury craftsman trusted by Davido and other stars. The piece, designed to mirror Osimhen’s on-field mask celebrates his identity on and off the pitch. Why Does Osimhen Wear a Mask? Osimhen began wearing his now-famous face mask in 2021 following a devastating cheekbone and orbital fracture he sustained during a…

The Federal Road Safety Corps in Ogun State has warned motorists against carrying inflammable substances, such as gas, that may ignite fire explosions during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration. Ota Unit Commander of FRSC, Mr Wasiu Ogunmefun, issued the warning while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday in Ota, Ogun. He emphasised that the warning was necessary to promote safety during the festival. He explained that the primary goal of the warning was to reduce the risk of fire and explosions on the road, which could lead to loss of lives and property. Ogunmefun also advised motorists to exercise…

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has cemented his reputation as one of the top ball-winners in the UEFA Champions League this season, ranking among the competition’s 50 best tacklers, Soccernet.ng reports. A report by Euro Football Rumours lists Onyedika in 20th place among the most successful tacklers of the 2024-25 campaign, having registered 23 completed tackles before Club Brugge’s exit from the tournament at the hands of Aston Villa. The Nigerian midfielder shares his ranking with Dimitri Lavalée (Sturm Graz), Morten Hjulmand (Sporting CP), Timi Elsnik (FK Crvena Zvezda), and Vanderson (Monaco). Nigeria Super Eagles and Club Brugge star Raphael…

Technology experts have encouraged youths to embrace the digital revolution to become self-reliant. The experts, who gathered at a programme, Lagos Spring School in Digital Entrepreneurship and Digital Culture, to discuss the role of technology in shaping Nigeria’s future, said the digital revolution created opportunities for young Nigerians to become job creators rather than job seekers. The event, convened by the founder of the Centre for Digital Humanities, University of Lagos, and former aide to the Lagos State Governor, Prof. Tunde Ope-Davies, brought together academics, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to address the urgent need to bridge the skills gap among…