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Security operatives in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have dispersed protesters in the Karu area, arresting three individuals in the process. According to eyewitness Ibrahim Sani, the police used teargas to calm the situation before making arrests. “I was shocked when I saw some people gathering at Karu. I thought the gathering was supposed to be in town. The police came and dispersed the protesters with teargas. They arrested about three people that I saw,” Sani said. The dispersal of protesters comes as security operatives intensify patrols across the nation’s capital to prevent the breakdown of law and order. Despite…

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has expressed his desire for improvement despite a convincing 3-0 win over Manchester United in a pre-season friendly on Saturday. The Reds have enjoyed a successful pre-season campaign, defeating Arsenal and Real Betis before their victory over the Red Devils. However, Slot remains cautious, highlighting areas for improvement ahead of their Premier League opener against Ipswich Town on August 17. Slot praised his team’s performance, saying, “Yes, I was [pleased] but not with all of them. We are very happy with the result, we scored some really nice goals… very positive tour.” However, he also noted,…

In a significant development, Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has announced a reduction in the curfew imposed on Potiskum, Gashua, and Nguru, citing improved security in the areas. According to a statement by Retired Brigadier-General Dahiru Abdulsalam, Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, the curfew will now be in effect from noon to 5 pm, allowing residents to engage in lawful activities. The governor commended security agencies for their efforts in restoring peace to the area and urged them to remain vigilant during the relaxed curfew hours. He also called on residents to cooperate with security personnel…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has lambasted President Bola Tinubu for his silence amidst the nationwide EndBadGovernance protests, which have rocked the country since Thursday. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the PDP urged Tinubu to break his silence and address the nation immediately, reassuring citizens of his commitment to addressing the pressing issues affecting them. The statement read, “The PDP demands that President Tinubu immediately address Nigerians on urgent steps to reduce the price of petroleum products, stem the fall of the Naira, and ensure speedy provision of food among other critical issues.” The opposition…

Fulham midfielder, Andreas Pereira, has expressed no regrets over his decision to leave Manchester United, describing it as the best choice he’s ever made. In an interview with Standard Sport, Pereira reflected on his move to Fulham in July 2022, which ended his 11-year association with Manchester United. “I think it was the best decision I made in my life,” he said. Pereira’s switch to Craven Cottage has revitalized his career, with the Brazilian playing a key role in Fulham’s success last season. He featured in 37 out of 38 league games and earned a recall to the national team…

In a tense standoff, Nigeria Police operatives fired tear gas canisters at protesters gathered near the Berger Bridge in Abuja on Friday morning. The sudden move caught many passersby and motorists off guard, with some voicing outrage at the police’s heavy-handed approach. The confrontation unfolded despite an Abuja High Court order restricting protests to the MKO Abiola National Stadium. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, had urged protesters to comply with the court’s directive on Thursday night. However, protest leaders claimed they had not received a copy of the order. The incident is the latest development…

Tragedy struck in Suleja, Niger State, as at least four people were killed and several others injured during the ongoing #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests. The victims, including Yahaya Nda Isah and Mallam Abu, were caught in the crossfire as security operatives struggled to disperse protesters who had barricaded the Abuja-Kaduna highway. Isah, a resident of Hassan Dalatu Road, Suleja, was hit by a stray bullet while riding his bike in front of the Suleja Police ‘A’ Division, where protesters had gathered. According to eyewitnesses, three others were shot at the same location, while two more were shot at the Suleja Junction on…

The Nigerian music industry was thrown into mourning on Wednesday with the sudden passing of iconic singer, Onyeka Onwenu, at the age of 72. Onwenu died on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos, after collapsing at a high-profile event. Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, who witnessed the tragic event, shared his account on X, saying: “Yesterday provided a very devastating moment for me… I was present at the event where the iconic song star, Onyeka Onwenu, performed… Just about a few minutes after her performance, she sat down and drank some water and immediately collapsed.” Obi recounted…

In a shocking development, Iranian state media, Press TV, has reported the death of Hamas political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran. According to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Haniyeh was killed in a “Zionist raid” on his residence in Tehran. Haniyeh, who had been living in exile, had played a crucial role in ceasefire talks and had maintained close ties with Iran, Hamas’s main ally. His death comes as a significant blow to the militant group. A statement from Hamas confirmed Haniyeh’s death, stating that he was killed alongside his bodyguard after participating in the inauguration of the new…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Chizzy Francis, has lambasted Season 9 pair, Kassia and Kellyrae, for deceiving their fellow housemates about their marital status. Chizzy’s outburst came after DoubleKay revealed during their introduction that they were married but would keep it a secret in the house. Chizzy took to his X handle to express his disgust, specifically targeting Kellyrae for bringing his wife to the reality show and pretending she was his “bestie.” He warned that Kellyrae’s actions were putting his five-month-old marriage at risk, saying, “You carry your wife go show and you decide to call her your bestie.…