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  A  new twist has emerged in the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, as reports indicate that the kidnappers are demanding both a ₦1 billion ransom and the implementation of Sharia law as conditions for the release of the victims. The development was reportedly attributed to the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, who disclosed that the abductors had moved beyond financial demands to include ideological and political conditions. It was gathered that the kidnappers are insisting that the state government implement Sharia law in Oyo State as part of their negotiation terms, raising concerns that the case may be shifting from a conventional kidnapping incident into a broader ideological and security challenge. The abductors are also said to have listed additional demands, including cash payment, vehicles, food supplies, and the release of detained suspects allegedly held in Oyo and Ibadan. Specifically, the group is reportedly d...

  Nollywood actor-turned-politician, lawyer and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has said supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, risk boosting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election chances if they back the former Anambra State governor in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during an interview with Symfoni TV on Wednesday, Okonkwo argued that Nigeria’s opposition must unite behind a single platform to stand a realistic chance of unseating the incumbent president. According to him, a fragmented opposition would only strengthen Tinubu’s position ahead of the next general election. “The reason I said it is that either you’re working for Tinubu directly, in other words, you’re in APC, or you’re working for Tinubu indirectly because when you divide the votes of the coalition and the opposition, you’re still making Tinubu better placed to win,” he said. Okonkwo also criticized Obi’s reported deci...

Nigerian singer, Chinedu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour, has stated the reason why he finds it difficult to commit to a single woman. Speaking in a video broadcast, the Nabania singer said that his lifestyle and personality do not align with being tied down to one person. He described himself as an explorer who thrives in a less restrictive environment, comparing his nature to that of the wild. The highlife musician added that, unlike some men who prefer a settled, domestic lifestyle, he prefers his freedom and cannot be restricted. “I am an explorer. I belong to the wild world. I belong to the street. Some men are domesticated, but I am not. We belong to the wild world. I cannot be caged.” Flavour, whose personal life has often been a subject of public interest, currently has three children with two different women, both are former Nigerian beauty queens.

  Nigerian comedian and former Big Brother Naija housemate, Aderombi Adedayo Martins, popularly known as DeeOne, has secured the Lagos State House of Assembly ticket for the Ibeju Lekki Constituency 1 seat. DeeOne, who is flying the flag of the BOOT Party, clinched the ticket after emerging victorious at the party's primary election. Following his win, the comedian took to his social media page on Wednesday night to express gratitude to his party for the confidence placed in him, while also pledging his dedication to the people of the constituency should he be given the opportunity to serve. In his post, he thanked the BOOT Party for endorsing him as their candidate for Ibeju Lekki Constituency 1, and sent a direct message to constituents ahead of the 2027 elections, promising to approach the role as a servant of the people rather than someone seeking power over them.

  A  45-year-old man, Yusuf Usman, has died after he became trapped inside a well in Kwa Town, Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area of Kano State, while attempting to retrieve his mobile phone. The  incident was contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano State Fire Service, Saminu Yusif Abdullahi. The incident occurred on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at about 11:13 AM, according to the statement. The  Fire Service said it received a distress call from one of its staff, Kabiru Tata, after which rescue officers were swiftly deployed to the scene. “On arrival, the rescue team found the man inside a well that had been converted into a waste disposal pit,” the statement revealed. The  victim reportedly entered the well to retrieve his phone after it fell inside but was unable to find a way to climb out. “The rescue team successfully brought him out of the well unconscious. He was later confirmed dead, reportedly due to oxygen depletion and ...

  The  global football governing body Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), has confirmed that the Nigerian afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as known as Davido will take the stage at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, U.S.A on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 as part of the 2026 World Cup Countdown Concert series. In a press release FIFA revealed that Davido will perform alongside Diplo’s electronic group Major Lazer at the LA event, with more artistes to be named in the coming weeks. The concert is part of a pioneering synchronized live music series spanning the three host nations—Canada, Mexico and the United States leading up to the tournament. “Los Angeles is set for an electrifying celebration, with Major Lazer and Davido as the first confirmed acts for what will be a memorable night blending music, football, and culture,” FIFA stated. The show will be held at the Crypto.com Arena, with doors opening at 5:00 p.m. PT and the live broadcast ...