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A 12-year-old schoolgirl was reportedly kidnapped on Thursday morning, February 12, 2026, in the Challenge area of Ibadan, the state capital. According to the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the incident occurred at around 7:20 a.m. as the girl was alighting from a vehicle conveying her to school. Police described…
In a move that has stirred reactions across social media and among romantic circles, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly classified the gifting of “money bouquets” — arrangements of naira notes presented as flowers — as a punishable form of currency abuse. The directive comes just days ahead of Valentine’s Day, causing concern…
In most calendar years, birthdays arrive like clockwork. But for a unique group of people born on February 29 known as leaplings, their actual date of birth only appears every four years. Because 2026 is not a leap year, these public figures will technically not have an official date to mark their birthdays. Many will instead…
Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have surged dramatically on FIFA’s official resale platform, with many seats now listed at multiple times their original face value, weeks after the end of the main ticket sales phase in January. As of Wednesday, a “Category 3” seat for the tournament opener between Mexico and South…
A 12-year-old schoolgirl was reportedly kidnapped on Thursday morning, February 12, 2026, in the Challenge area of Ibadan, the state capital. According to the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the incident occurred at around 7:20 a.m. as the girl was alighting from a vehicle conveying her to school. Police described…
In a move that has stirred reactions across social media and among romantic circles, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reportedly classified the gifting of “money bouquets” — arrangements of naira notes presented as flowers — as a punishable form of currency abuse. The directive comes just days ahead of Valentine’s Day, causing concern…
In most calendar years, birthdays arrive like clockwork. But for a unique group of people born on February 29 known as leaplings, their actual date of birth only appears every four years. Because 2026 is not a leap year, these public figures will technically not have an official date to mark their birthdays. Many will instead…
Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have surged dramatically on FIFA’s official resale platform, with many seats now listed at multiple times their original face value, weeks after the end of the main ticket sales phase in January. As of Wednesday, a “Category 3” seat for the tournament opener between Mexico and South…
The tragic death of 37-year-old Nigerian student Douglas Izevbigie in the United Kingdom has reignited fears about the health risks faced by Nigerians living and studying abroad. Douglas, who was pursuing a master’s degree at Sheffield Hallam University, passed away on January 21, 2026, after battling an aggressive form of leukaemia. According to reports, Douglas…
A groundbreaking educational technology aimed at reversing the decline of indigenous language fluency among Nigerian children has been developed by a University of Ibadan computer scientist. Dr. Aderonke Busayo Sakpere, a lecturer in the Department of Computer Science, announced the completion of KoEDE, a mobile application designed to make learning the Yoruba language engaging and…
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has issued a firm directive to its newly admitted students to avoid social vices and focus squarely on academic excellence and personal development. The warning was delivered by the institution’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Edoba Bright Omoregie, SAN, at the 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony held at the Akin Deko Auditorium on the Ugbowo…
The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has officially announced the date and arrangements for its 38th Matriculation Ceremony for the 2025/2026 academic session, with the university management emphasizing punctuality and strict adherence to entry protocols for all attendees. According to an official circular released by the Office of the Registrar on 9th February, 2026,…
Manchester United travel to the London Stadium to face West Ham United in a pivotal Premier League clash that could have implications for both sides’ season objectives. United, who have been in impressive form under interim manager Michael Carrick, aim to maintain their momentum as they push for a top-four finish, while West Ham are…
Nigeria has been ranked as the leading consumer of dog meat in Africa and the third‑highest in the world, according to a 2026 global report on cultural food practices and animal consumption trends. The ranking places the country behind South Korea and Vietnam, with only those nations consuming more dog meat overall than Nigeria. The…
