‘My dad was killed’ — Igho Ubiribo’s son challenges Thailand death claim
By Egufe Yafugborhi ASABA — Junior Ubiribo, son of the late Igho “Tiny” Ubiribo, has challenged reports that his father died in Thailand from complications arising from a penis enlargement procedure, saying the circumstances surrounding his death require further explanation. Junior, in a video post, rejected the account being circulated about his father’s death, insisting […]
Police deny N600,000 bail payment over Awka MC’s murder
By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — The Anambra State Police Command has denied collecting N600,000 or any other money from a suspect in connection with the investigation into the alleged murder of Awka-based Master of Ceremonies, MC, Isaac Nwosu, popularly known as Aiza Nwosu, and another unidentified victim. The victims were reportedly killed last week in […]
Rybakina books US Open semi against Gauff, secures No.1 ranking
Rybakina beat Zheng 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 and is assured of ending Aryna Sabalenka’s reign atop the standings — even if the Belarusian wins a third straight title.
Unregulated deployment of unmanned vessels pose threat maritime security —Navy
By Godwin Oritse The Nigerian Navy has warned that the unregulated deployment of unmanned vessels for maritime surveillance could pose serious security risks to the nation’s maritime domain, calling for the development of an appropriate legal framework to regulate their use. Speaking at the 2026 Lagos International Maritime Week, Rear Admiral Daniel Atapa of the […]
Trump promises Americans $5,000 if Republicans win Congress
President Donald Trump on Wednesday promised $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in November, coupling the extraordinary claim with a plea for his supporters to “pretend” he was on the ballot.
IPO: From fuel buyers to refinery owners —Dangote
By Udeme Akpan The planned Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery offers Nigerians a rare opportunity to move from being mere consumers of petroleum products to becoming shareholders in one of the country’s most strategic industrial assets. President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, who stated this in Lagos […]
