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  • Consular Services: How to renew your passport at Nigeria High Commission in London

    Consular Services: How to renew your passport at Nigeria High Commission in London

    Any Nigerians living in the United Kingdom, keeping travel documents valid is a continuous priority that requires navigating official consular channels. 

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  • Record-breaking heatwave grips Europe with brutal temperatures

    Record-breaking heatwave grips Europe with brutal temperatures

    According to CNN, hundreds of records have been broken, and many more are expected to fall as the heat rises on Wednesday to Thursday.

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  • Police Intercept 174 AK-47 Rounds, Arrest Suspect In Nasarawa

    Police Intercept 174 AK-47 Rounds, Arrest Suspect In Nasarawa

    The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a suspected arms trafficker and recovered 174 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition during a patrol operation along the Toto–Abaji Road.

    The command’s spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Lafia, describing the operation as part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal arms trafficking and enhance public safety across the state.

    According to Nansel, operatives attached to the Toto Division intercepted the suspect, identified as Abubakar Abdullahi, during a routine patrol on June 22, 2026.

    A subsequent search led to the recovery of 174 rounds of live ammunition for AK-47 rifles concealed in his possession.

    He said preliminary investigations showed that the suspect failed to provide a satisfactory explanation regarding the source, ownership, or intended destination of the ammunition.

    “The suspect is currently in custody, while intensive investigations are ongoing to uncover the criminal network behind the illegal movement of the ammunition and apprehend other accomplices,” Nansel stated.

    Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, reiterated the command’s commitment to tackling all forms of criminality, particularly the proliferation of illegal arms and ammunition.

    He warned criminal elements to abandon unlawful activities or face the full weight of the law, noting that the command has strengthened intelligence gathering, surveillance operations, and strategic deployments across the state.

    “There will be no safe haven for criminals in Nasarawa State. We are determined to identify, track, and bring every offender to justice,” the commissioner said.

    Mohammed also assured residents of the command’s resolve to protect lives and property and urged members of the public to continue supporting security agencies with credible and timely information.

    He added that the police command remains committed to a zero-tolerance approach to crime and will continue to deploy all lawful measures to safeguard residents and maintain public security.

    Police Intercept 174 AK-47 Rounds, Arrest Suspect In Nasarawa is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

  • U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos thrash RoyalToms Queens 11-0 ahead Benin clash

    U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos thrash RoyalToms Queens 11-0 ahead Benin clash

    Nigeria’s Flamingos continued their preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Benin Republic with a dominant 11-0 win over RoyalToms Queens in a friendly at the Remo Stars Sports Complex.

    It was the Flamingos’ last  friendly before the clash with the Young Amazons.

    Harmony Chidi scored a hat-trick, while Kindness Ifeanyi was on target twice.

    Queen Joseph, Mary Dunstan, Tobiloba Sarafa, Destiny Itobore, Precious Oscar, and Koasarat Olarenwaju were also on target for the Flamingos in the game.

    Akeem Busari’s side will now shift attention to the first leg of the qualifiers against Benin Republic slated for the Remo Stars Sports Complex on Saturday, 4 July.

    The reverse fixture will hold one week later  at the Stade de Kegue, Lome.

    U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos thrash RoyalToms Queens 11-0 ahead Benin clash

  • Türkiye moves to replace deportations with assisted return scheme

    Türkiye moves to replace deportations with assisted return scheme

    The government of Türkiye is advancing plans to introduce a voluntary return and reintegration programme for

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  • Protecting devices: Top high-quality waterproof cases for pedestrians, dispatch riders

    Protecting devices: Top high-quality waterproof cases for pedestrians, dispatch riders

    The rainy season in Lagos is not child’s play. With meteorologists confirming that the terrain is experiencing above-normal downpours across the state this June, stepping outside can feel like walking directly into a pool. 

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  • Genocide: Israel deliberately targeting Palestinian children — UN report

    Genocide: Israel deliberately targeting Palestinian children — UN report

    An independent United Nations (UN) Commission of Inquiry has accused Israel of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, saying the actions form part of what it described as an ongoing genocide against Palestinians. The findings were contained in a report released on Tuesday, which stated that Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip have continued […]

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  • BOOLDO puts betting offers ahead of match predictions 

    BOOLDO puts betting offers ahead of match predictions 

    Betting predictions are everywhere. Every day, bettors are told who will win, who will score, and which odds are supposedly “too good to miss.” The language is confident, the graphics are persuasive, and the message is always the same: someone has uncovered the perfect betting opportunity. 

    Sometimes they’re right. Often they’re not. 

    Before placing a bet, there’s a more practical question worth asking: Which bookmakers, bonuses, and promotions are actually available right now? 

    That’s exactly where BOOLDO comes in. 

    Instead of publishing betting tips, match predictions, or subjective “best bookmaker” rankings, BOOLDO helps users explore the betting market from a different perspective. The platform brings together bookmakers, welcome bonuses, free bets, ongoing promotions, and special offers in one place, making it easier to compare available opportunities without jumping between multiple bookmaker websites or promotional pages. 

    The philosophy is simple: before deciding where to bet, users should first have a complete picture of what’s available. 

    Unlike many comparison sites that promote only a handful of operators through ranked lists, BOOLDO believes there is no universal “best bookmaker.” The right choice depends on the user’s preferences, the markets they’re interested in, the promotions currently available, and the experience they’re looking for. 

    Rather than telling users what they should choose, BOOLDO provides clear, organized information so they can make informed decisions for themselves. 

    The same principle applies to betting predictions. 

    A prediction is ultimately an opinion. Even the most experienced tipster cannot guarantee an outcome, and a match can change within minutes. Injuries, red cards, tactical changes, or simple luck can quickly make even the strongest prediction irrelevant. 

    Bookmaker offers are different. 

    A welcome bonus, free bet, odds boost, cashback promotion, or accumulator bonus isn’t a prediction about what might happen. It’s something users can evaluate before placing a bet. They can compare promotions, review the terms, and decide which offers best match their betting style. 

    That’s the value BOOLDO aims to provide: a transparent overview of the betting market, allowing users to compare bookmakers and promotions without the noise of speculative predictions or biased rankings. 

    What BOOLDO can do is give users a better starting point, more visibility, more choice, and a simpler way to discover the bookmakers and promotions that are available today. 

    Visit https://booldo.com/ng/ to explore the latest bookmakers, bonuses, and betting offers available in Nigeria. 

    BOOLDO puts betting offers ahead of match predictions 

  • Actor Akin Olaiya’s new wife accuses him of domestic violence [VIDEO]

    Actor Akin Olaiya’s new wife accuses him of domestic violence [VIDEO]

    Nafisat, the newlywed wife of the Nigerian movie star, Akin Olaiya, has accused him of domestic violence.

    She made the allegation while confirming the dissolution of their marriage in a viral video on Wednesday.

    DAILY POST reports that a statement announcing the couple’s divorce by Olaiya surfaced online on Monday.

    According to the controversial statement, the actor claimed that Nafisat packed out of their matrimonial home without his knowledge and all efforts to bring her back proved abortive.

    However, reacting to the actor’s claim in a video cited by DAILY POST on Wednesday, Nafisat noted that she left the actor a few months into their marriage over domestic violence and mistreatment.

    “Last few months, I left my marriage because I’m in pain, I’m mistreated. I feel like I did not matter. And nobody is going to stay in a marital home that goes with violence.

    “All the things that they’re talking on social media about the divorce letter, yeah for real, me and my husband are not together anymore for like a long time ago, since last year. For those of you saying how can the wife just pack and leave when she’s not mad?which  When there’s violence and something is really going on that you don’t really know about, and I’m expecting a lot from my ex-husband when I was with him because he’s older than me. 

    “The age gap is much. Yet everything was going down, and I can never come out to disclose the main issues in my marriage with him. That is what I can never do on social media. But what I’m trying to let you know is that it does not make sense for him to say she just packed her things and left without any issues. It can’t be possible. You guys should just think about it and see if it makes sense”, she said.

    Recall that video from the couple’s wedding ceremony in July 2025, attracted significant attention on social media after the bride appeared unhappy and unusually serious while Akin continued to dance excitedly.

    While the actor’s second marriage to Nafisat ended in less than five months, his first marriage also ended some years ago over allegations of violence and infidelity.

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    Actor Akin Olaiya’s new wife accuses him of domestic violence [VIDEO]

  • Court Awards Journalist N10m Over Police Assault During #ENDSARS Protest

    Court Awards Journalist N10m Over Police Assault During #ENDSARS Protest

    The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has awarded N10m in general damages against the Federal Republic of Nigeria over the physical assault, unlawful arrest, and seizure of property belonging to Mr. Jide Oyekunle, a journalist with Independent Newspaper.

    The landmark ruling in Suit No. ECW/CCJ/APP/29/25 was secured by Avocats Sans Frontières France (Lawyers Without Borders France) on June 22, 2026, under its eRIGHTS project, supported by the European Union, which focuses on defending human rights in the digital space.

    Oyekunle, a former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Correspondents’ Chapel, was physically assaulted and unlawfully detained.

    His camera was damaged, and his mobile phone was seized by armed police officers on the order of the former FCT Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igweh, at Eagle Square, Abuja, on August 1, 2024, while he was covering the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests.

    The Court agreed with Counsel to the applicant, Collins I. Maidoh-Anene, Esq., that the Nigerian police’s detention of the journalist and seizure of his mobile phone were excessive, unjustified, and in violation of international law.

    The ECOWAS Court subsequently found the Federal Republic of Nigeria liable for violating the applicant’s rights to freedom of expression, personal liberty, dignity, and property under the African Charter.

    The Court therefore ordered the Nigerian government to pay Mr. Oyekunle the sum of N10m in general damages.

    The court found that Nigeria’s actions suppressed his live coverage, thereby breaching his right to freedom of expression under Article 9 of the African Charter.

    It also ruled that the assault and detention violated his rights to personal liberty, human dignity, and freedom from degrading treatment under Articles 6 and 5, while the temporary seizure of his phone violated his right to property under Article 14.

    The Court further held that Nigeria’s justification failed the test of necessity under international law, making the conduct of the security forces excessive and unlawful.

    In a statement signed by the Country Director of Avocats Sans Frontières France, Angela Uwandu Uzoma-Iwuchukwu, on Tuesday, she said the judgment sends a clear message that a journalist’s digital tools are extensions of the modern press and newsroom, and that their arbitrary confiscation by security forces constitutes a direct assault on the public’s right to know.

    According to Angela, “The Court’s pronouncement adds to the growing jurisprudence from the regional court protecting journalists and human rights defenders who document protests and public interest events.

    “ASF France will continue to monitor compliance with the judgment and provide legal aid to journalists facing similar violations.

    “For Avocats Sans Frontières France and the eRIGHTS project partners, this ruling strengthens legal protections for journalism in the digital age. It shields reporters from tech-based censorship and intimidation, puts security agencies on notice that targeting media practitioners during protests will attract accountability, and reaffirms the ECOWAS Court as a vital shield for civic space in the region.”

    Mr. Jide Oyekunle, while reacting to the landmark judgment, described it as a significant affirmation that journalists have the right to carry out their constitutional duties without intimidation, harassment, or attack.

    He stated that democracy cannot thrive where journalists are attacked for documenting events or where citizens are punished for exercising their lawful rights.

    He said “The decision of the ECOWAS Court is not only about me; it is about every journalist, media worker, and Nigerian citizen who believes in the right to freedom of expression, access to information, and peaceful civic participation.

    “This judgment sends a clear message that security agencies and government institutions must be held accountable when they violate fundamental rights.

    “Because if democracy is all about good governance, accountability, and transparency, then press freedom should not be curtailed, denied, or restricted.”

    Oyekunle appreciated everyone who stood by him throughout the journey, including the Nigeria Union of Journalists FCT Council, Avocats Sans Frontières France, colleagues and rights advocates, and all Nigerians who continue to defend press freedom and democratic values.

    Court Awards Journalist N10m Over Police Assault During #ENDSARS Protest is first published on The Whistler Newspaper