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  The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has uncovered 908 ghost workers across several federal ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), recovering about ₦942 million allegedly paid out through the fraudulent payroll scheme. It was gathered that the ICPC Chairman, Musa Aliyu disclosed that the discovery followed an investigation launched in 2024 after the commission identified irregularities in pension payments. Aliyu explained that the probe exposed widespread payroll manipulation, with fictitious names allegedly inserted into government salary systems to syphon public funds. He alleged that some senior public officials enrolled relatives and associates on government payrolls and diverted the salaries for personal use. The ICPC chairman cited one case in which a suspect allegedly placed the names of his wife, son and mother-in-law on the payroll while also collecting the salaries of 12 other workers. He said t...

  Nigeria has dropped one place to 90th on the latest Henley Passport Index, even as its passport continues to provide holders access to 44 destinations without obtaining a traditional visa before travel. The July 2026 edition of the global ranking, released on Tuesday by Henley & Partners, assessed 199 passports based on the number of destinations their holders can enter without securing a visa in advance. According  to the report, Nigeria retained its visa-free access score of 44 destinations, but the unchanged figure was not enough to maintain its previous 89th position in the April 2026 ranking. Henley & Partners said the index, published to mark its 20th anniversary, is compiled using exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and evaluates access to 227 destinations worldwide. Nigeria now shares the 90th position with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Turkmenistan, with each country’s passport granting access to 44 destinations ...

Before (left) and after Brazilian and Real Madrid football star, Vinícius Júnior, who was one of the standout players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reportedly underwent the cosmetic procedure shortly after Brazil's disappointing Round of 16 exit to Norway. According to Brazilian outlet TMC, the treatment was carried out at a clinic in Goiânia, Brazil, by renowned dermatologist, Dr. Alessandro Alarcão, who reportedly flew from Miami specifically for the appointment. The procedure, described as chin harmonization, uses dermal fillers to sculpt and redefine the jawline and facial contours, without the need for invasive surgery. The Real Madrid forward had reportedly opted for the treatment to give his chin a more defined appearance, a feature that had become a topic of public discussion during the World Cup. Photos and videos of Vinícius Júnior with his new look have since gone viral on social media, sparking a wave of reactions from fans. Many admitted they almost didn't recognize ...

  An American  actress, Kaylee Hottle who starred in the Godzilla vs Kong movie series, has died in a car crash at age 18 on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Hottle, who was deaf, portrayed a young orphan named Jia in the 2021 blockbuster, and reprised the role in 2024 sequel Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. Her father, Joshua Hottle, posted a video statement via Facebook, using American Sign Language to confirm details of her death. Police officers in Frederick, Maryland, said “excessive speed” was believed to be a factor in the single-vehicle crash on Tuesday morning. The  Texas School for the Deaf, where Hottle had studied, also shared the news with “profound sadness”. “Our hearts are with Kaylee's family, friends, classmates, and everyone who knew and loved her during this incredibly difficult time,” said in a statement posted on Instagram. It  also called for everyone to respect the privacy of her family and to not speculate about the crash. Warner Bros, which distribute...

Fre nch football legend, Zinedine Zidane has reportedly agreed to become the next head coach of the French national team on a contract running until June 2030. Football transfer journalist, Fabrizio Romano disclosed the development across his social media platforms on Tuesday, stating that the former Real Madrid manager has signed his contract and is expected to be officially unveiled in the coming days. “Zinedine Zidane has signed as the new France coach until June 2030. The story has been confirmed as Zizou will be unveiled as the new head coach in the next days — back to work with France,” Romano wrote. He added that Zidane is expected to lead France in the 2027 UEFA Nations League, UEFA Euro 2028 and the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Zidane, 54, has been out of management since leaving Real Madrid in 2021 following his second spell in charge of the Spanish club. During his time at Madrid, he guided the team to three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles between 2016 and 2018, won two La ...

  Social media activist and influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has opened up about his reported fallout with Nigerian music superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. In a viral video circulating online, VDM claimed their relationship deteriorated after he turned down an alleged ₦50 million offer to campaign for Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, who is Davido’s uncle. His comments come amid growing speculation over why the pair are no longer seen together publicly. Speaking in Pidgin English, VDM recounted the alleged offer, saying: “Davido and his crew offered me money, when they call me say make I come meet the uncle governor, say I go collect ₦50 million. Ask wetin I tell them. A lot of people will be happy, you no wetin be ₦50 million? I bounce am. Ask them. “You see this media, what you don’t know is bigger than you. The last time me and Davido even talk na when that issue of that boy wey he said he go give 5,000 dollars for G...