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The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has warned Nigerians that abortion is a criminal offence under Nigerian law, stressing that both the man and the woman involved are liable to prosecution. In a social media post, SP Josephine Adeh cited Section 232 of the Penal Code and Section 228 of the Criminal Code, highlighting that…
The family of world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has expressed deep concern after being unable to contact or visit him following a fatal road accident on Monday along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. In an interview with Punch, Joshua’s uncle, Adedamola Joshua, described the news as a “rude shock” to the family. He said they only…
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has said he is not currently focused on equalling or surpassing the late Rashidi Yekini’s goal record for the national team, insisting that his priority remains Nigeria’s collective success. Osimhen stated this on Tuesday after captaining the Super Eagles to a 3–1 victory over Uganda in an Africa Cup of…
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has officially defected to the coalition-backed African Democratic Congress (ADC). Obi announced his defection on Wednesday, December 31, in Enugu, ahead of the 2027 general election. The former Anambra State governor said his decision to join the ADC was driven by the need…
A leading soft drink brand, Pepsi has reinforced its influence in Nigeria’s entertainment and youth culture space, reaffirming its long-standing support for music, live events and creative platforms as December festivities peak across the country. According to the organisation, the reaffirmation further strengthening the reputation that has earned it the title ‘Baba for the Streetz’…
In an era where fashion increasingly seeks meaning beyond aesthetics, Nleche has emerged as a contemporary Nigerian fashion brand redefining how culture, craftsmanship, and modern design coexist. Rooted in heritage yet designed for the global stage, Nleche tells a story of identity, intentionality, and understated elegance woven carefully through fabric, form, and purpose. At the…
The House of Representatives on Wednesday invoked the provisions of order 19, rule 1 and 2 of its standing order, and its constitutional power to summon the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to appear before the House Committee on Public Account to explain the non-remittance of about N16 trillion into the coffers…