Union Bank of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigerian teachers and the wider education sector at the flag off of the 12th edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition (MTOTY), held today in Lagos. Now in its third consecutive year as a partner, the Bank joined organisers Nigerian Breweries Plc and the Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, alongside educators and sector stakeholders, for a panel session on how educational support can enhance learning outcomes for teachers and students. Speaking on behalf of Union Bank, Chief Brand and…
Read MoreIyabo Obasanjo Quits APC, Cites Disrespect and Unfair Treatment Over Ogun Governorship Ticket
Former Ogun Central Senator and daughter of former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, Iyabo Obasanjo, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing what she described as persistent disrespect, rejection and unfair treatment by the party’s leadership in Ogun State. Obasanjo announced her resignation in a letter dated May 31 and addressed to the Ogun State APC Chairman, Chief Yemi Sanusi. The development comes months after she contested for the party’s governorship ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. In the resignation letter, the US-based Associate Professor of Epidemiology criticised the…
Read MoreNSCDC Rescues 24 Human Trafficking Victims, Arrests Three Suspects in Badagry Raid
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has rescued 24 victims of human trafficking, including two pregnant women and a toddler, during a raid on an illegal confinement camp in Badagry, Lagos State. The operation, carried out by NSCDC operatives in Badagry on June 4, 2026, led to the arrest of three suspects, while two others remain on the run. The victims comprised 16 males, seven females and a one-and-a-half-year-old girl. According to the NSCDC, the suspects allegedly trafficked and illegally detained victims from the Benin Republic, Togo and…
Read MoreAyra Starr Fires Back at Critics Over Revealing Outfits, Says She’ll Wear ‘Even Worse’ Fashion Choices
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has once again stirred conversations online after responding defiantly to criticism over her latest fashion choice, declaring that she has no intention of changing her style despite the backlash. The singer, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, became a trending topic after a TikTok video showed her attending an event alongside fellow Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage. In the clip, Ayra Starr was seen wearing a black top, a sheer polka-dot skirt, and a pink gele, a look that quickly divided opinions on social media.…
Read MorePolice Rescue Adebayo Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Sons After Gun Battle With Kidnappers in Oyo
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, following a fierce gun battle with suspected kidnappers in Oyo State. The rescue operation, which took place around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026, ended with the victims regaining their freedom unharmed after spending several days in captivity. According to police sources, two suspected members of the kidnapping gang were killed during an exchange of gunfire…
Read MoreGunmen Kidnap Ex-Minister Bayo Adelabu’s Sister and Twin Sons in Ibadan Amid Rising Oyo State Kidnappings
In a shocking escalation of insecurity in Oyo State, gunmen abducted Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the 43-year-old younger sister of former Minister of Power and APC 2027 governorship aspirant Chief Adebayo Adelabu, along with her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul. The attack occurred around 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in the Elewura area of Challenge, Ibadan South West LGA, as Mrs. John-Paul was taking her children to school. Eyewitnesses said the assailants fired sporadically to intimidate residents before forcing her out of her Kia Sonata and…
Read MorePrivate Security Guard Allegedly Abducts Employer’s Twin Sons in Niger, Demands Ransom
A private security guard employed by a businessman in Minna, Niger State, has allegedly abducted his employer’s two six-year-old sons and handed them over to kidnappers, sparking widespread concern in the state. The victims, identified as Umar and Anas, were reportedly taken away on Sunday afternoon from the Brighter Area of Minna by the security guard, Sani Abdulrahman, under the guise of taking them out to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. According to the children’s father, Danjuma, he became worried after discovering that both his sons and the security guard were nowhere to…
Read MoreUnion Bank’s Endless Possibilities Campaign Wins Bronze at the 2026 Pitcher Awards
Union Bank of Nigeria’s Endless Possibilities campaign has won Bronze in the Heritage category at the 2026 Pitcher Awards, one of Africa’s foremost platforms for creative excellence. The campaign was also shortlisted in the Craft category for Film Craft, a recognition of the artistry and technical quality behind the work. These recognitions were awarded following adjudication alongside qualifying entries from across the African continent. The Heritage win carries a particular resonance. It recognises the bank’s ability to honour its rich heritage while maintaining relevance with contemporary audiences. For more than…
Read MoreNDLEA Seizes 380 Military-Grade Bullets, 1.2 tonnes of Skunk in Major Drug Raids
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 380 rounds of military-grade ammunition and uncovered more than 1.2 tonnes of cannabis during a series of coordinated operations in Kaduna State. According to the agency, operatives on patrol along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway at Jere arrested a 30-year-old suspect, identified as Sunusi Musa, who was allegedly transporting 380 rounds of 7.62mm military-grade ammunition destined for Katsina State. The recovered ammunition and the suspect have since been handed over to the appropriate security agency for further investigation. In a separate operation within…
Read MoreIGP Disu Warns Content Creators Against Recording Police Officers on Duty
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has cautioned content creators, bloggers, and social media influencers against recording police personnel while they are carrying out official duties without proper authorization. Disu issued the warning amid the growing trend of citizens using smartphones and digital devices to capture and share videos of police officers during operations, checkpoints, patrols, and other law enforcement activities. According to the police chief, unauthorized recording of officers on duty could compromise ongoing security operations, expose sensitive tactics, and endanger the lives of personnel involved in law enforcement…
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