Former Ajax winger and Dutch international Quincy Promes has been extradited to the Netherlands to begin a seven-and-a-half-year prison sentence after being convicted of drug trafficking and aggravated assault, reports Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf. Promes, 33, who had been playing professional football in Dubai, was apprehended following a formal extradition request by the Dutch authorities. He arrived in the Netherlands aboard a chartered plane and was immediately transferred to a detention facility to commence his sentence. According to reports, the earliest possible date for his release is 2030, depending on parole eligibility and the outcome of any legal appeals. Promes…
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A Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Benjamin OlamigokeAdewola , popularly addressed Bennylee has released his latest single, ‘Culture” The song, which is currently making waves in the music industry, featured a dynamic collaboration with renowned artist Vector. This vibrant Afrobeats track is a testament to Bennylee’s artistic growth and evolution, showcasing his unique style and innovative approach to music. “Culture” according to him, “is more than just a song – it’s a sonic journey of self-discovery, exploring themes of youthful exuberance, cultural heritage, and personal growth. ” The track boasts a polished, vibrant sound, thanks to the production skills of talented Xtra Pro. Vector’s…
The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa has lost his mother-in-law, Hajiya Zainab Hussain, Hajiya Hussain who is the mother of Hajiya Munira Marwa, wife of Gen. Marwa, died in the early hours of Saturday 21st June 2025 in Abuja at the age of 76 years. According to a statement by the family, the funeral prayer (Janazah) will take place today, Saturday 21st June 2025 at 2:00pm at the National Mosque, Abuja, followed immediately by interment at Gwarinpa Cemetery, Abuja. The statement further read: “We pray that Allah (SWT) forgives her…
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd) has commissioned a high-tech Vision Centre at its National Headquarters Annex in Abuja as part of efforts to promote and prioritise staff welfare as well as to boost their morale. The facility, a product of strategic partnership between the Agency and the Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA) and its partner, OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, is designed to provide comprehensive, affordable, and high-quality eye care services to NDLEA personnel and members of the public. Speaking at the brief ceremony, Marwa expressed deep appreciation to the NOA and…
The Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Owolabi Adeniyi has advised the Chairmanship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Yaba Local Council Development Area, Anthony Adebayo Adefuye to see his running mate as a partner in progress with the main aim of achieving development and growth for the council, reports thegazellenews.com HRM Adeniyi spoke on Friday, 20 June, 2025 when the APC flagbearer visited him in his palace to present himself as the official standard bearer for the coming local government elections slated for Saturday, 12 July, 2025. “Your running mate should not be seen as a spare…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) took a bold step onto the global investment stage as top government officials, business leaders, and diaspora investors gathered in London for the inaugural Abuja Investment Summit. Representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barrister. Nyesom Wike, the GMD/CEO of Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL), Ambassador Maureen Tamuno, extended a strong call to action: “Abuja is open for business, and now is the time to engage.” With the theme “Investment Opportunities in Africa’s Gateway—Nigeria,” the summit spotlighted Abuja as more than just the seat of government—it’s an emerging economic powerhouse. Ambassador Tamuno applauded the Minister…
Ekiti State Government has attributed the significant increase in the State’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) from about ₦650 million to ₦2.3 billion monthly within a span of three years, to growth in public trust for government due to Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s responsible, transparent, and accountable use of resources to rapidly develop the State and improve the welfare of the people.Speaking in Ado Ekiti on the substantial increase in the State’s IGR, the State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun noted that Governor Oyebanji administration has successfully built public trust and investors’ confidence by creating a stable and sustainable conducive…
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested alleged notorious serial killer and head of a killer gang, Wasiu Akinwande, aka Olori Eso, reports thegazellenews.com According to the spokesman of the state police command, CSP Benjamin Hundenyin, Olori Eso was arrested on Friday, 20 June, 2025 at his hideout in Agbado area of Ogun state. Hundenyin described the arrest of the suspect as a significant breakthrough in the command’s relentless fight against violent crimes and other criminalities in Lagos State. “Today, June 20, 2025, Tactical Squad operatives of the Command successfully, in a well-coordinated special operation code-named Silence, Speed and Surprise,…
The latest batch of undergraduates from Nigerian universities have commenced their Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) with Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo,) using the opportunity to acquire practical knowledge and skills in the oil and gas industry. The 28 interns drawn from 17 universities, will serve for six months and gain valuable insights on the operations of a company which pioneered the development of a new generation of Nigerian professionals in the deep-water sector when it started production at Bonga in 2005. “We’re pleased to continue with efforts to grow indigenous talent in deep-water oil and…
As Ekiti State prepares for the 2026 gubernatorial election with the release of timetable and schedule of activities for the election, the state government has issued a strong appeal to all political stakeholders to conduct themselves with the utmost decorum and responsibility, in order to preserve the peace and stability that State is known for.The State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, in a statement made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti, urged all interested parties including individuals, political actors, parties, candidates, supporters, traditional institutions, civil society organizations, and the media to refrain from making inflammatory statements or taking…