Lionel Messi made history on Tuesday night, June 17, after equalling Germany’s Miroslav Klose record for most men’s World Cup goals, reaching 16, as he scored a hat-trick to inspire Argentina to a 3–0 victory over Algeria. The treble marked the 11th hat-trick of Messi’s international career, though it was his first ever at…
Former Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has been granted permanent residency in the United States, according to his lawyer, months after he was detained by U.S. immigration authorities and declared a fugitive by Ghanaian officials. Ofori-Atta, 66, has been living in the United States since January 2025, where he travelled for medical treatment,…
Nigerian singer and songwriter Bloody Civilian has said that marriage is not currently a priority in her life, despite repeated pressure and questions from family members. Speaking in a recent interview with NotjustOk, the artiste explained that one of the ongoing challenges she faces within her family is their difficulty in understanding her outlook…
Bandits have killed four farmers and abducted at least 12 others in a daylight attack on Gandi District in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The incident occurred on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, while the victims were working on farmlands on the outskirts of the community. A resident of Gandi, Malam Tukur Muhammad,…
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Russia to reach a peace agreement with Ukraine, saying he is willing to help facilitate efforts to end the conflict. Speaking after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, Trump described their discussion as “very good” and reiterated his…
American rapper Nicki Minaj has opened up about why she stopped attending church regularly after achieving fame. Speaking on a recent episode of The Bryce Crawford Podcast, the award-winning artiste explained that her demanding work schedule made it difficult for her to continue attending Sunday services. According to Minaj, her music career began taking…
Five women were hospitalized after being attacked with acid by two suspects riding a moped in Jersey City, New Jersey, on Monday night, according to local police. The incident occurred near 105 Wilkinson Avenue, where the women were sitting in a vehicle when the suspects rode past and allegedly splashed them with sulfuric…
Abiodun Ajiboye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Executive Secretary of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), has argued that Nigeria has lacked a clear developmental vision since gaining independence in 1960. Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Tuesday, June 16, Ajiboye said the country’s…
A High Court in Kogi State has sentenced a man, Jibrin Halilu, to death for the kidnapping and murder of his neighbour, a hotel owner in Obajana. The court, presided over by Justice Abdul Nicodemus Awulu, delivered the judgment on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, after finding Halilu guilty of conspiracy and kidnapping under Sections…
The Federal Government has auctioned four properties forfeited by convicted drug traffickers for a total of N6.15 billion. The assets, which include a six-storey hotel in Lagos, were seized by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) from drug kingpins and subsequently forfeited following court proceedings. They were sold through a competitive bidding…
