Author: Vincent Osuwo

Dotun Oladipo, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Premium Eagle Media Limited, has been reported deceased at the age of 56. Premium Eagle Media Limited is Eagle Online’s parent company. The Eagle Online website announced Oladipo’s death early Wednesday. The publication stated that Oladipo was in his “usual state of health earlier in the day before suddenly taking ill at his office.” It described his death as a “shock” for coworkers, friends, and associates. Danlami Nmodu, President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers, confirmed the renowned journalist’s death on the guild’s WhatsApp app on Tuesday. He once served…

Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have rescued two abduction victims in separate operations in Bassa and Kanam Local Government Areas of Plateau State, the Joint Task Force stated on Wednesday. Operation ENDURING PEACE is the military task force currently undertaking counter-terrorism and internal security operations across Plateau State. According to a statement issued by the media information officer of the Joint Task Force, Captain Chinonso Oteh, the rescues were part of “ongoing decisive operations across the various local government areas of Plateau State.” The statement stated the operations were “conducted as part of deliberate efforts aimed at denying terrorists elements…

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City forward Khadija “Bunny” Shaw were among the biggest winners at the 2026 Professional Footballers’ Association Awards, winning the men’s and women’s Players’ Player of the Year titles on Tuesday. The awards, which are voted on by fellow professional footballers, recognize great individual performances in English professional football. Nico O’Reilly of Manchester City was awarded men’s Young Player of the Year, while Olivia Smith of Arsenal earned the women’s Young Player of the Year award. Sir Kenny Dalglish, renowned former Liverpool manager, and Karen Carney, former England international, also received PFA Merit Awards…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has raised the minimum price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) from N1,185 to N1,200 per liter, starting August 26, 2026. In a formal message to customers on Tuesday, the refinery’s Group Commercial Operations announced enhanced depot costs for gantry and coastline delivery. The email, titled ‘PMS Price Change Communication (N1,185 per Liter To N1,200 Per Liter),’ requested that clients take note of the increased DPRP PMS gantry and coastline prices, which are effective August 26th, 2026. According to the notice’s table, the coastal price jumped from N1,562,265 per metric ton to N1,582,380, while the…

Country music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, according to multiple reports, including The Guardian and Sky News. Parton’s demise was reportedly announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, on Instagram on Tuesday. “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now. “It is an honor, an honor that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness,” Seaver said. Her passing, according to Trump, was a “true” loss for millions of people.” Over the course of her more than 60-year career, Parton—who came from modest origins in Tennessee—became one of the most renowned singer-songwriters in country music. With successes like “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You,” she became regarded as the “Queen of Country” and sold over 100 million records worldwide. Parton earned eleven Grammy Awards and penned over 3,000 songs. She was also a popular actor, having starred in movies including Joyful Noise, Steel Magnolias, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and 9 to 5.…

The United States President Donald Trump ordered American flags across the country to be lowered for one week in honor of country music icon Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80. Parton’s demise was reportedly announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, on Instagram on Tuesday. “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now. “It is an honor, an honor that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness,” Seaver said. Her passing, according to Trump, was a “true loss for millions of people.” Over the course of her more than 60-year career, Parton—who came from modest origins in Tennessee—became one of the most renowned singer-songwriters in country music. With successes like “Jolene,” “9 to 5,”…

The invitation of social media influencer Martin Vincent Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan, to the national conference of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, held in Port Harcourt, Rivers state, has generated heated reactions from Nigerians. Chronicle NG reports that Otse had earlier clarified the reason for his invitation to the conference, saying he was not invited to lecture lawyers on legal matters but to share his experiences. “There has been a lot of debate about why I was invited to this NBA conference. I’m not here to teach you people law; I’m here to share experience,” he said. Speaking during the…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has presented a recognition award to social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, during its ongoing 2026 Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The award was presented to VeryDarkMan on Tuesday after he participated as a panellist at the conference, where he shared his experiences on insecurity and other issues affecting the country. Presenting the award, the moderator, on behalf of the NBA president and members, stated that the association appreciated VeryDarkMan for being present at the conference and sharing his experiences with the participants. “On behalf of the president and…

The Snaresbrook Crown Court has stated that prominent Nigerian socialite and dancer Iweh Pascal Odinaka, also known as Poco Lee, will appear before the court on assault charges. The London-based court verified this in exclusive correspondence to our correspondent on Tuesday. PUNCH Online had written the court to inquire about the alleged sexual assault involving the celebrity on Monday. In response, the court’s admin team lead, James Baker, acknowledged that the matter is official and that the case is slated for plea and trial preparation on September 15, 2026. Baker also declined to provide a precise time and courtroom information…

Social media influencer and activist Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, has clarified why he was invited to the Nigerian Bar Association’s ongoing 2026 Annual General Conference. VeryDarkMan claimed this on Tuesday while speaking as a panelist at the conference in Port Harcourt, Rivers State’s capital. In his remarks, VeryDarkMan emphasized that, while he was not invited to instruct the law professionals on legal matters, he believes his extensive experience covering insecurity concerns in the country speaks for itself. “There has been a lot of debate about why I was invited to this NBA conference. I’m not here to teach…