Abia Police Rescue 12 Children, Arrest Couple Over Illegal Orphanage and Child Trafficking
Police in Abia State have rescued 12 children and arrested a couple accused of running an illegal orphanage involved in child trafficking, according to ABN TV. On May 19, 2025, around 11:45 a.m., detectives from the Abia State Police Command, acting on…
FIRS Condemns FCTA Over Sealing of Offices, Demands Apology for ‘Embarrassing Invasion’
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has strongly criticised the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) for what it called an “embarrassing invasion” of its premises in Abuja over alleged ground rent arrears. In a statement released on…
Suspected Suicide Bomber Killed in Abuja Blast Near Army Barracks
A suspected suicide bomber died in an explosion near the Mogadishu Cantonment in Abuja on Monday, 26 May 2025, while two civilians sustained injuries. The blast occurred at a bus stop directly opposite the military barracks, sparking concern and swift…
EFCC Dismisses Alleged Pre-Defection Meeting as ‘Patently Fabricated’
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has strongly denied claims that its Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, held a secret meeting with a South-South governor and his predecessor 48 hours before they allegedly defected to the All Progressives…
PETROAN Blames Incompetence for Port Harcourt Refinery Shutdown Despite $1.5bn Rehabilitation
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has criticised the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), attributing the shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refinery to incompetence, despite the $1.5 billion spent…
Xabi Alonso Appointed as Real Madrid’s New Head Coach
Real Madrid have officially named Xabi Alonso as their new head coach. At 43, the Spanish manager returns to the club where he achieved legendary status as a player, having won six major trophies during his time in Madrid. He arrives from Bayer…
Jennifer Lopez Sued for $300,000 Over Posting Her Own Photos Without Permission
Jennifer Lopez is facing a $300,000 lawsuit for posting two copyrighted photos of herself on social media without proper licensing. The legal action was filed by celebrity photographer Edwin Blanco and the photo agency Backgrid USA, who claim ownership…
Former Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Appointed Director-General of National Institute for Sports
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed former Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, as the new Director-General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS). The appointment, announced on May 24, 2025, takes immediate effect. Shaibu replaces…
Six Dead in California Plane Crash Involving Music Industry Professionals
All six people onboard a private jet that crash-landed in a California neighbourhood during dense fog have been confirmed dead, authorities say. The Cessna 550 Citation struck a power line before crashing into a residential area of San Diego at 3:47 am…
Ogun Police Officer Escapes Custody Hours After Arrest for Cybercrime and Robbery
A serving police officer identified as Police Constable Idris Oloyede, arrested in Ogun State for alleged involvement in conspiracy, cybercrime, and other related offences has escaped from the police custody. According to the Ogun State Command of the…