A former Bayelsa senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has commended President Bola Tinubu and the nation’s security agencies following the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted […]
Month: July 2026
DJ Chicken remanded in Kirikiri prison after threatening Seyi Tinubu’s life
DJ Chicken, a controversial Nigerian content creator, has been remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre in Lagos State.
He was remanded on Friday by a Magistrate Court sitting in the Ogba area of Lagos State over an alleged threat to kill President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu.
The content creator was arraigned on three counts bordering on alleged violations of the Cybercrimes Act, breach of the peace, and making threats to kill, following a viral video in which he claimed that Tinubu would not win re-election in 2027.
Following the viral video, DJ Chicken retracted his statement, saying it was a joke intended to gain popularity.
Despite his apology, he was arrested and arraigned.
After pleading not guilty to all the charges, he was, however, granted bail in the sum of ₦1 million, with two sureties in like sum, one of whom must be a civil servant and the other a community leader with landed property in the state.
The sureties must provide evidence of three years’ tax clearance, utility bills, their National Identification Number (NIN), and Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) registration. One of the sureties must be a blood relation.
While adjourning the case until August 3, 2026, the court ordered that DJ Chicken be remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre pending the fulfilment of his bail conditions.
DJ Chicken remanded in Kirikiri prison after threatening Seyi Tinubu’s life
FG begins work on animal identification, traceability to boost export
The minister said once the identification and traceability system is fully in place, it will make it easier for Nigerian red meat and other animal protein products to be exported.
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Tinubu approves upgrade of Nasarawa polytechnic to university
The upgrade is in line with President Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening technical education, developing human capital, and unlocking Nigeria’s vast solid minerals potential.
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Police arraign Delta community chairman, two others over viral torture video
The Delta State Police Command has arrested and arraigned three suspects, including the chairman of Emevor Community, over their alleged involvement in the torture of […]
SSS releases journalist linked to Sowore from detention
Activist and presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore announced her release on Friday, attributing it to sustained pressure from Nigerians, civil society groups and lawyers who demanded her freedom.
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NPO pledges full cooperation with FCCPC in ‘Big Tech’ probe, hails Tinubu’s directive
NPO commended Mr Tinubu’s directive to investigate the global tech companies, noting it will protect the rights of Nigerian publishers.
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EPL: Fredrick signs new deal at Brentford, promoted to first team
Super Eagles defender Benjamin Fredrick has been promoted to Brentford’s first-team squad for the 2026/27 Premier League season.
Fredrick has also signed a new four-year contract with the Bees, with a club option for a further year.
The 21-year-old initially joined Brentford B on loan from Simoiben Football Academy in August 2023.
He was named on the bench for two Premier League matches and two FA Cup ties before Brentford made the move permanent in April 2024.
Fredrick spent last season on loan at Belgian Pro League outfit Dender EH.
The versatile centre-back was, however, sidelined for a lengthy spell after sustaining an injury in Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifier against the Democratic Republic of Congo last November.
EPL: Fredrick signs new deal at Brentford, promoted to first team
FAAN defends airport cab tariff hike amid protest against vehicle upgrade policy
The airport authority says the revised tariff and vehicle upgrade policy are aimed at improving passenger safety and service quality, insisting operators have had enough time to comply.
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BREAKING: All Kidnapped Oyo School Children and Teachers Released After 56 Days
IBADAN — All school children and teachers kidnapped in Oyo State have been released, authorities confirmed on Thursday, July 10, 2026. The victims were freed […]
