Music Star Davido Gifts Mayorkun Brand-New Tesla Cybertruck Worth Hundreds of Millions

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Afrobeats superstar Davido has gifted his former signee and close friend, Mayorkun, a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck, reaffirming the strong bond between the two music stars years after Mayorkun left Davido Music Worldwide (DMW). Davido announced the surprise gift via his Instagram Story, where he shared a photo of the luxury electric pickup truck alongside a heartfelt message. “My gift to you. I love you #iammayorkun,” Davido wrote, while instructing an associate to ensure the vehicle was delivered the following day. Although the singer did not reveal the exact value of…

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Bandits Abduct Kebbi High Court Judge from Residence, Police Launch Rescue Operation

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Suspected bandits have abducted a judge of the Kebbi State High Court, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, from his residence in Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The incident reportedly occurred around midnight after the judge returned home from Sokoto State. According to family sources, the armed men stormed his residence along Zogirma Road, fired shots into the air, and whisked him away. No other member of the household was injured during the attack. Confirming the abduction, the spokesperson for the Kebbi State Police Command, SP Bashir Usman, said the…

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Nigerian-Born South Florida Pharmacist Convicted in 335,000-Oxycodone Pill Distribution Case

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A Nigerian-born pharmacist who owned two pharmacies in South Florida has been found guilty by a U.S. federal jury for illegally distributing more than 335,000 oxycodone pills, the U.S. Department of Justice has announced. The convict, Olushola Yusuf, 60, was found guilty after prosecutors presented evidence that she knowingly dispensed large quantities of the highly addictive opioid to individuals who had no legitimate medical need for the prescription drug. According to prosecutors, customers paid unusually high cash prices for high-strength oxycodone tablets. Investigators also revealed that some buyers traveled long…

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Makinde Alleges APC Chieftain Warned Him Against Contesting Tinubu in 2027, Says EFCC Moved Next Day

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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has alleged that an unnamed chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) warned him against contesting the 2027 presidential election against President Bola Tinubu, claiming that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) took action against his administration shortly afterward. Makinde made the allegation in the July 2026 edition of his monthly newsletter, where he reflected on what he described as political pressure following President Tinubu’s endorsement as the APC’s sole presidential candidate for the 2027 election. According to the governor, an APC chieftain warned…

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Veteran Nollywood Actress Ngozi Nwosu Seeks ₦30 Million for Urgent Life-Saving Surgeries

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Veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu has appealed to Nigerians and her fans for financial assistance as she battles a serious health condition requiring urgent medical intervention. The celebrated actress disclosed that she has been hospitalized for about three weeks and urgently needs three life-saving surgeries, estimated to cost ₦30 million. In an emotional video shared on her social media page, Nwosu said making the public appeal was one of the most difficult decisions she has had to take. She pleaded with friends, colleagues, fans, and well-wishers to support her in…

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Fidelity Bank Sponsors the 2026 Young Innovators Camp

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Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has sponsored the 2026 Young Innovators Camp, a free educational initiative organized by MONAT to equip children with practical Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills needed to grow, thrive and prosper in a rapidly evolving world. The camp, which is scheduled to commence on 20 July 2026, will provide participating children with a hands-on learning experience focused on creativity, innovation, problem solving and critical thinking. Through the programme, children will be introduced to age-appropriate STEM concepts, guided build sessions and other engaging activities…

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Police Arrest Four Officers for Allegedly Extorting ICPC Chairman of N53,000 in Abuja

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested four police officers accused of extorting N53,000 from the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu (SAN), during an illegal stop-and-search operation in Abuja. The FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, disclosed the incident on Monday while briefing journalists in Abuja. He said the officers had abandoned their assigned duty posts and mounted an unauthorised checkpoint around the Banex area of Wuse, where they allegedly extorted motorists without realising that one of…

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Three Students Killed as Troops Foil ISWAP Mass Abduction at Borno School, Rescue 46

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Three students were killed in the early hours of Saturday after suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists attempted to abduct dozens of students at the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Monguno, Borno State. The school, currently serving as temporary accommodation for students of the Federal Polytechnic, Monguno, came under attack at about 1:30 a.m. before troops of Operation HADIN KAI, supported by personnel of the Nigeria Police Mobile Force (MOPOL), repelled the assault and rescued 46 students. Confirming the incident, the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters…

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Spain Beat Argentina to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup in Historic Final

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Spain have been crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a tense final that was decided in extra time on Sunday. The thrilling encounter, played at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, saw both teams battle fiercely for more than 100 minutes before Spain finally broke the deadlock. Ferran Torres emerged as the hero for La Roja, scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute of extra time to hand Spain their second FIFA World Cup title, adding to…

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Ooni of Ife Loses Elder Brother, Prince Adegboyega Ogunwusi

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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has been thrown into mourning following the death of his elder brother, Prince Adegboyega Ogunwusi. Prince Adegboyega reportedly died in the United Kingdom after a brief illness. Although the palace has yet to issue a detailed official statement on the circumstances surrounding his death, news of the development has drawn condolences from sympathisers, traditional institutions, and well-wishers. The deceased was said to be a respected member of the Ogunwusi royal family and maintained a relatively private life away from the…

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