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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied allegations by musician and hotel owner Felix Duke that its operatives raided his hotel in the Abule Egba area of Lagos, damaged property, and stole money. Duke, who is president of the Creative Industry Group, told journalists that eight armed men arrived at Duke and Duchess Hotel on August 1 in an unmarked bus, claiming to be EFCC operatives but without presenting a warrant. He said the men attempted to arrest his wife, an American citizen, who refused to leave without a court order. “They blocked the entrance to the hotel,…

US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cited false claims to justify terminating 22 federal contracts for mRNA-based vaccines, researchers said Friday, a day after the World Health Organisation called the decision a major blow. Kennedy on Tuesday announced the cancellation of contracts worth around $500 million, marking his latest attempt to infuse vaccine skepticism into the core of US health policy. Citing medical experts, disinformation watchdog NewsGuard identified a series of false claims about the vaccines –- credited with saving millions of lives during the Covid-19 pandemic — that Kennedy promoted to explain the termination. Kennedy claimed that mRNA…

Tosin Adarabioyo, who is eligible to don the colours of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, was recently spotted in Lagos… Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo has shared his excitement after the Blues secured a 2-0 win over Victor Boniface’s Bayer Leverkusen in a preseason clash at Stamford Bridge, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian-descent centre-back was back in action after a spell out, featuring as Enzo Maresca’s men put in a solid performance. Goals from Brazilian duo Estêvão and João Pedro sealed the victory, which gave the London club a confident start to their summer preparations. Chelsea star Tosin Adarabioyo. Copyright: IMAGO What…

Moses Simon called time on his five-year stay at Nantes and joined newly-promoted Paris FC last month Super Eagles winger Moses Simon was treated to a warm welcome by Nantes when they met with his new club Paris FC in their pre-season game at Stade de la Beaujoire on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports. Simon decided to call time on his five-year stay at Nantes this summer and joined newly-promoted Paris FC, who finished second in Ligue 2 last season. Paris FC is prmarily owned by the Agache Sport and Alter Paris, and they have pumped in a lot of investments into…

Police operatives have arrested seven individuals suspected of attacking officials of the Lagos Parking Authority (LASPA). This was announced in a statement signed by the General Manager of LASPA, Adebisi Adelabu. According to Adelabu, the attack on LASPA officials was orchestrated by some staff and security personnel of Better Mart, Badore Road, off Addo Road, Ajah and Ashley Mall in Epe. “The suspected attackers of the state government personnel on assignment are currently detained at the Badore Police Station, Lekki, pending conclusion of preliminary investigation before prosecution in a court of competent jurisdiction,” the statement read in part. Adelabu noted…

The immediate past Chairman of the National Association of Nigerian Students Joint Campus Council (NANS JCC) in Anambra State, Comrade Okoye Matthew Okpara, has declared support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027 and Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo in the November 8, 2025, governorship election. Okpara announced the endorsement during his handover ceremony to the new NANS JCC leadership, which held simultaneously at the Students’ Union Government Conference Hall of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, on Friday. He said over 50,000 students across tertiary institutions in Anambra had been mobilised for Soludo’s campaign,…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe A Consultant Dermatologist at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Dr. Edesiri Ighorodje, has warned Nigerians against following skincare tips from social media influencers, describing such practices as potentially harmful and lacking scientific backing. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, the skin expert noted that the rise of online beauty trends has contributed to worsening skin conditions among many individuals who self-medicate or use unverified products without consulting specialists. “Today’s world is flooded with skincare advice from untrained individuals, especially on social media. Many of these so-called tips are not evidence-based and can do more harm than good,” she…

Juno Award-winning Afro-Soul artist Osé will release her latest single, “24 Hours”, on Friday, Aug. 8. Known for her emotionally resonant songwriting and genre-blending sound, Osé continues to build momentum with this highly anticipated release. Born in Nigeria and raised in Toronto, Osé brings a global sensibility to her music, blending Afrobeat rhythms with soulful melodies. Her previous singles, including “Makaveli” and “JJC”, have earned millions of streams and positioned her as one of the most exciting emerging voices in the genre.With co-signs from H.E.R., SZA and Timbaland, and standout performances at AfroPunk Fest and Sony Hall in New York,…

Ademola Lookman’s push to leave Atalanta has turned into one of the summer’s most heated transfer sagas, Soccernet.ng reports.  This follows the Serie A club reportedly frustrating his move to join their Italian rivals, Inter Milan, who have tabled several offers to secure the player. As a result of this, the Nigerian winger has skipped training for three straight days and reportedly left Italy without permission. His actions have drawn sharp criticism from the Bergamo faithful, while Atalanta maintain they will not sell to a Serie A rival unless their €50m valuation is met. Ademola Lookman during warm up before…

Akinwunmi Ambode, the former Lagos governor, has reaffirmed his support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu re-election bid. In a press statement, Ambode refuted claims linking him to a governorship ambition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The former governor described the reports as “false publications” intended to cause distractions. “I wish to publicly reaffirm my absolute and unshakable loyalty to the APC, the party under which I had the privilege of serving Lagos state as governor in 2015, and to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, my leader, mentor, and a tireless champion for Nigeria’s progress,” Ambode said.…