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By Peter Omopo Big Brother Naija housemates Martins Iyeh and Mercedes have been evicted from the ongoing ‘Show Ya Sef’ season, becoming the first contestants to leave the reality television competition. Their eviction was announced during the live eviction show on Sunday, ending their respective journeys in the Big Brother house. Martins, a creative director and model from Kogi State, spent two weeks in the house before his eviction. His departure came on his birthday, adding an emotional dimension to his exit from the competition. Mercedes was also evicted during the live show, reducing the number of housemates competing for…

By Peter Omopo The Federal Government has launched a high-level inter-ministerial platform aimed at strengthening coordination on family planning, healthcare, human capital development and broader national development. The platform was inaugurated in Abuja by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, who said Nigeria’s growing population could become a major national asset if supported by strategic investments in health, education, empowerment and productivity. Pate said Nigeria’s population, currently estimated at about 230 million, could rise to between 450 million and 500 million by 2050, making coordinated investment in human capital increasingly important. He identified family…

By Peter Omopo Nigeria’s Mariam Eniola Bolaji has clinched the Women’s Singles SL3 title at the 2026 Peru Para Badminton International in Lima, completing an unbeaten campaign without dropping a single game. The Paralympic bronze medallist sealed the title with a commanding 21-12, 21-12 victory over Brazil’s Kauana Beckenkamp in the final. Bolaji dominated throughout the tournament, winning all four of her matches in straight sets and conceding only 47 points across the competition. The victory adds another international title to an impressive 2026 campaign for the Nigerian para-badminton star, who has already claimed gold in Egypt, silver at the…

By Peter Omopo Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has marked his 57th birthday with gratitude to God and a renewed commitment to serving humanity and the people. Adeola, who represents Ogun West Senatorial District in the National Assembly, shared his birthday message on Monday via his official X account, expressing appreciation for what he described as God’s abundant grace, mercy, protection and faithfulness throughout his life and public service journey. “As I mark another year today, my heart is filled with profound gratitude to Almighty God for the gift of life, His abundant grace, mercy, protection and…

By Peter Omopo Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, says the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have increased the state’s monthly allocation from the Federation Account from about N4.5 billion to approximately N16 billion. Sule disclosed this on Saturday in Lafia while receiving members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors National Media Tour, led by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The delegation, comprising presidential media aides and more than 50 senior journalists, is touring states across the North-Central region to inspect federal and state government projects and assess the impact of ongoing…

By Peter Omopo China and Nigeria have moved to strengthen cultural and people to people relations through expanded cooperation in film, literature and media. The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, disclosed this in a statement shared on his X handle on Friday after attending the China Nigeria Film and Literature Symposium and the signing ceremony of a cooperation agreement between China Movie Channel and the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA). The event, held at the Chinese Cultural Centre in Nigeria, brought together stakeholders from the cultural, literary, film and media sectors of both countries. Yu said the collaboration would provide…

By Peter Omopo Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Mercedes, has emerged winner of the Week Two Arena Games after delivering a strong performance during Friday night’s competition. The Arena Games featured a series of physical and strategic challenges designed to test the housemates’ speed, strength, coordination and ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Mercedes maintained a consistent performance across the different rounds, finishing ahead of the other contestants to claim the Week Two title. The victory comes a week after Chimsom Chuka won the inaugural Arena Games of the season. As the Week Two winner, Mercedes is set…

By Peter Omopo The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has pledged to strengthen its oversight of the petroleum sector to ensure oil-producing communities receive the benefits guaranteed to them under Nigerian law. The Chairman of the Commission, Mohammed Shehu, gave the assurance during an investigative hearing into the operations of Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company (SEEPCO) and the implementation of Host Community Development Trusts under the Petroleum Industry Act. Shehu said the investigation was part of RMAFC’s broader efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the management of oil revenues and ensure that host communities receive…

By Peter Omopo Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has directed security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible for vandalising sections of the Festac-Alakija Bridge, describing the incident as criminal and unacceptable. The governor gave the directive following reports of damage to parts of the bridge, while assuring Lagos residents that the structure remains safe for use. Sanwo-Olu said officials from the state’s Office of Infrastructure had inspected the bridge and confirmed that its structural integrity was not compromised. “I have been informed by officials of the Office of Infrastructure who visited the bridge that the structural integrity of the…

By Peter Omopo Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement with Barcelona to sign Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo on a season long loan, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano disclosed the development on Friday in a post on X, reporting that the two clubs had agreed on the move, with Barcelona sporting director Deco approving the deal. “EXCLUSIVE: Liverpool agree loan deal to sign Ronald Araujo from Barcelona, HERE WE GO! 🇺🇾,” Romano stated. He added that there was a “verbal agreement club to club with Barça now approved by director Deco,” describing the signing as a new centre back…