Author: David Great

A Magistrate Court sitting in the Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State has sentenced controversial hip-hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, to three months’ imprisonment for assault. The sentence comes with an option of a N30,000 fine. Portable was initially arraigned before the court in April 2023 on a three-count charge involving assault and theft of musical equipment, under charge sheet number MIF/192C/2023. At the time, he was granted bail set at N300,000 with two sureties from his immediate family. The artist, however, reportedly failed to appear in court for subsequent proceedings. As a result, he was…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared a foreign national, Elie Bitar, wanted for his alleged involvement in a cryptocurrency investment fraud associated with the online trading platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). In an official bulletin released by the Commission, the EFCC stated that the 41-year-old is being sought in connection with a suspected fraudulent scheme that has defrauded several investors across Nigeria through CBEX. “The public is hereby notified that ELIE BITAR, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for fraud allegedly perpetrated on an online trading platform called Crypto…

Former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Abubakar Baraje, has expressed confidence in the party’s ability to return to power in the 2027 general elections, brushing aside concerns over recent defections and internal divisions. Speaking on The Morning Show on Arise TV on Wednesday, Baraje downplayed the impact of the recent wave of defections on the PDP’s strength, asserting that the party remains a resilient opposition force. “As far as I’m concerned, whether there are defections or not, the PDP remains a formidable opposition party. Concerning the recent defection of the Delta State Governor and his team, we’ve…

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou believes his side has an “unbelievable opportunity” to turn around a disappointing campaign by winning the Europa League, as they gear up to face Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of the semi-final on Thursday. Despite a dismal Premier League season that saw Spurs slump to a 5-1 defeat at Anfield last weekend—Liverpool’s title-clinching match—the Australian remains optimistic. The result marked Tottenham’s 19th loss of the season, leaving them 16th in the table and set for their worst league finish since 1977. However, their Europa League run offers a glimmer of hope. At a…

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino remains upbeat about his team’s chances of reaching the Champions League final despite a narrow 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their semi-final clash at the Emirates Stadium. Ousmane Dembele’s strike was the difference on the night, giving PSG a slight advantage ahead of the return leg in Paris. Arsenal had opportunities to level the score, including a Merino goal disallowed for offside early in the second half. PSG also came close to extending their lead, hitting the crossbar late in the game. “Paris is a tough place to go, but we…

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially reactivated the digital Tinted Glass Permit (TGP) system across the country, aiming to address public concerns over the harassment of motorists with factory-fitted tinted windows. According to Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the new system is accessible via a “secure and user-friendly” online platform . This development follows numerous public complaints regarding indiscriminate stops and alleged extortion by police officers over the use of tinted glass. “With modern automobiles increasingly manufactured with tinted windows it has become essential to provide a standardised system that accommodates legitimate use while ensuring public safety,”…

Troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke have successfully thwarted a kidnap attempt and rescued six travellers on the Wukari-Kente road in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State. The operation was launched on April 27, 2025, after the Executive Chairman of Wukari LGA alerted security forces to an attack on commuters in the area. Soldiers from the Forward Operating Base in Wukari responded swiftly. In a statement issued Tuesday, the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the 6 Brigade, Captain Olubodunde Oni, confirmed the intervention. “Responding swiftly, the troops launched a prompt…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has resolved to take legal action against Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, his deputy, Monday Onyeme, and other party leaders who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This decision was taken during a six-hour closed-door meeting of the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC) held at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday. Following the meeting, the PDP National Legal Adviser was directed to begin the legal process of reclaiming what the party described as its “stolen mandate” in Delta State. In a communiqué released after the meeting, the NWC announced the dissolution…

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a crucial 1-0 win over Arsenal in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final at the Emirates Stadium, courtesy of an early goal from Ousmane Dembélé. Dembélé struck just four minutes into the match, finishing off a slick move involving Khvicha Kvaratskhelia with a precise left-footed shot off the post. It marked the Frenchman’s 25th goal of the year and his 11th goal contribution in this Champions League campaign—both personal bests. The early strike stunned Arsenal and ended their 17-match unbeaten home run in European competition. PSG dominated much of the first half, with…

The Nigeria Police Force has apprehended 12 suspected kidnappers and three alleged gun-runners during coordinated operations across various states, seizing a cache of firearms and ammunition. According to a statement released on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the arrests were made through joint efforts involving local vigilantes, hunters, and different police commands, acting on credible intelligence. On April 25, 2025, operatives of the Force Intelligence Department Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), working alongside the Taraba State Police Command, arrested four suspected kidnappers—Shehu Ibrahim, Abdullahi Haruna, Yusuf Bello, and Mohammed Bako—in Mararaban Abbare, Lau Local Government Area…