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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered two additional fake government agencies linked to Adeniyi Matthew Adeyemi, the self-proclaimed Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, as investigations into the alleged fraud deepens. The ICPC Chairman,  Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, disclosed this on Thursday, while briefing State House correspondents after presenting the commission’s interim investigation report to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Aliyu said investigators established that Adeyemi was never appointed by the Federal Government and that the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council had no legal backing, having neither been created by an Act of the National Assembly nor by an executive order. According  to the interim findings, the appointment letter used by Adeyemi was forged, while the fake PFIPC unlawfully took over the offices and official instruments pre...

Ivory Coast winger, Yan Diomandé has become the most expensive African footballer ever, following his big move from RB Leipzig to Real Madrid. The  19-year-old’s move to the Santiago Bernabéu is reportedly worth $144 million (€125 million). Diomandé enjoyed a breakthrough season at RB Leipzig, where his performances attracted interest from several European giants before Madrid moved to secure his signature. He has agreed to a seven-year contract lasting until June 30, 2033. Former  Arsenal forward, Nicolas Pépé, ranks second on the list following his $92 million transfer from Lille to the Premier League club. Nigeria striker, Victor Osimhen, features prominently on the list twice. Osimhen’s  move from Lille to Napoli was valued at $91 million, while his permanent transfer from Napoli to Galatasaray was reportedly worth $87 million.

Egypt captain and former Liverpool winger, Mohamed Salah’s transfer to Trabzonspor, makes him the highest-paid player in the Turkish Super Lig. According  to Capology data, the former Liverpool winger earns £342,500 weekly. The 34-year-old, who signed a two-year contract with Trabzonspor, is ahead of Nigerian and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen and Fenerbahce’s N’Golo Kante in the list. Salah  eclipses Osimhen, who previously held the title of the Turkish Super Lig’s highest earner. Osimhen currently earns a substantial £307,795 per week. TOP 10 HIGHEST-PAID PLAYERS IN  TURKISH SUPER LIG 1). Mohamed Salah – £342,500 per week. 2). Victor Osimhen – £307,795 per week. 3). N’Golo Kante – £225,716 per week. 4). Ederson – £225,716 per week. 5). Leroy Sane – £184,677 per week. 6). Mason Greenwood – £164,157 per week. 7). Milan Skriniar – £164,157 per week. 8). Marco Asensio – £164,157 per week. 9). Talisca – £153,980 per week. 10). Leandro Trossard – £133,460 per week.

  Nigerian rapper and actor, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has explained why he stepped away from active legal practice, citing the growing demands of his music career. Falz, who  was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2012 after studying law at the University of Reading, United Kingdom, and attending the Nigerian Law School in Abuja, said balancing law and entertainment became increasingly challenging as his fame grew. Speaking during a recent episode of the Behind The Story podcast, the 35-year-old entertainer noted that while combining both professions was possible, sustaining an active legal career alongside a successful music career proved difficult. The rap per recalled a courtroom experience that highlighted the challenges of practising law while becoming a public figure. According to him, a judge once recognized him for his activities outside the legal profession during a court appearance. “There was a day in court when I announced my appearance, and the judge as...

Nigerian TikToker and streamer, Habeeb Hamzat, popularly known as Peller, has raised the alarm that he was sprayed with fake dollars during his recent wedding to Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, popularly known as Jarvis. Peller  made this revelation in a video, where he explained that some of the Nigerian currency handed to him was genuine. The content creator, however, alleged that some of the dollar cash he received turned out to be fake. “I  went to the bank, and the Nigerian money was genuine. I saw that a lot of people gave me Nigerian currency. Yes, they gave me Nigerian currency, and that is good. I know the people who gave me genuine money; if I see them, I will recognise them. “When they came, I saw them. They gave me fake money. I got home, I was feeling like a millionaire and used the money to make a video. ‘Hello, hello,’ and then I realised it was fake. I can't talk. “Since  I went to change dollars yesterday night, I haven’t talked about the dollars since this mor...

  Mexican social media influencer, César Gastélum was shot dead while livestreaming on TikTok outside a fast-food restaurant in Culiacán on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. César Gastélum,  known for posting comedy videos on the platform, was streaming live with two friends when two men arrived on a motorcycle. One of the suspects reportedly shot him at close range before fleeing the scene. According to the  local media, police initially believed the victim was a delivery rider because he and his friends were wearing bright yellow jackets and carrying delivery bags. Authorities later confirmed his identity. No arrests have been made. Police said they are examining cartridge casings recovered from the scene and reviewing CCTV footage as part of the investigation. Authorities  have not disclosed a motive for the killing, and it remains unclear whether Gastélum had received threats before the attack. His death is the latest in a series of killings involving social media persona...