The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 42-year-old man over the alleged sexual assault of an 8-year-old girl in the Ibafo area of the state. The suspect, identified as Alfa Funmilayo Fatai, was reportedly apprehended in Kara community after he was found in an uncompleted building with the minor. Sources familiar with the incident…
MTN Nigeria has temporarily halted its popular airtime and data loan service, Xtratime, following new regulatory requirements introduced by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The telecom company disclosed the development in a filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited, stating that the move is necessary to comply with updated rules governing digital lending…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has clarified reports surrounding a hijab-related incident at a Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre in Ibadan, attributing the situation to the actions of a single staff member. According to the board, the issue occurred during the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) screening exercise at the Esther Oshikoya CBT Centre…
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman delivered a standout performance as Atlético Madrid secured a place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, overcoming FC Barcelona on aggregate. Despite a 2-1 loss in the second leg, Atlético advanced thanks to their strong first-leg advantage, with Lookman’s crucial goal proving decisive over the two matches. Barcelona started aggressively and…
Rising fuel prices in Nigeria are placing increasing financial pressure on households and businesses, as the cost of transportation, food, and essential services continues to climb. In recent months, the steady increase in petrol prices has contributed to higher living expenses across the country, affecting both individuals and business owners. Why Fuel Prices Are Increasing…
OPay has been named the Most Trusted Quality Mobile Money and Digital Financial Services Company of the Year at the 2026 ISO World Corporate Brand of the Year Awards. The award ceremony was held on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Providence Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, bringing together key players and innovators across various industries….
A tweet by tech billionaire Elon Musk has sparked widespread reactions among Nigerian social media users after many misunderstood his use of the term “APC.” Musk, the CEO of Tesla, posted on Sunday that the Cybertruck is “an APC from the future,” referring to its rugged design and durability. Nigerians Misinterpret ‘APC’ in Musk’s Tweet…
Veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Doyle has announced the heartbreaking loss of his newborn daughter, a development that has drawn emotional reactions from fans and colleagues. The respected broadcaster shared the sad news in a personal message, revealing that the baby, named Omayinuwa Harriet, passed away shortly after birth. According to him, the child was born…
