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Fulham’s Premier League future just got a major upgrade with the shock appointment of Álvaro Arbeloa as their new manager on a three-year deal. Replacing Marco Silva, Arbeloa brings a winning pedigree — including guiding Real Madrid to second in La Liga and the Champions League quarter-finals as interim boss — and a clear vision: attack, develop young talent, and inject Real Madrid flair into the...

Three suspects arrested in Kogi State over gruesome murder of teacher Solomon Ejembi found dead in his home—police commissioner vows swift justice as investigation intensifies. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedbac...

A Nigerian man named Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew claims he secretly created a non-existent council called the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council to boost foreign investment and President Tinubu’s image — even spending $400 million on an office space. Shockingly, the council appeared in the 2026 national budget without anyone defending it, while Matthew was in detention for 23 days dur...

Edo State’s NSCDC deploys 1,300 officers across all three senatorial districts ahead of Saturday’s high-stakes local elections, vowing to protect lives, property, and national assets while urging all parties to stay peaceful and voters to cast ballots safely — as security teams and partners work together to ensure a fair, honest, and calm election day across the 18 local government areas. Listen i...

Three suspects have been arrested in the brutal, multi-day assault that led to the death of Mariam Usman, a beloved teacher at Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School. The attacks, allegedly sparked by disciplinary action against a student, unfolded over two days — beginning with a home assault, followed by attacks on her way to prayer and at work — ultimately claiming her life on June 25th. Autho...

A dramatic raid on Adeyemi’s home has sparked outrage as his father claims police stormed in without identification or explanation, roughing up his son before arrest—now tied to the explosive PFIPC scandal. With officials already charged over corruption, Adeyemi’s case raises urgent questions about accountability, transparency, and justice as authorities remain silent on the incident. Listen in co...

Three men accused of hiring hitmen to murder teacher Solomon Ejembi over a land dispute have been arrested in Kogi State. Police say the victims were attacked with machetes and other weapons at his Anyigba home, and the suspects confessed. Authorities recovered some weapons and are still seeking more suspects — anyone with info is urged to come forward. This tragic case underscores how disputes ca...

Peter Obi, who ran for president in the last election, warns he may not live to contest the 2027 race, alleging the current government is deliberately targeting him and other opposition figures to silence dissent. He describes daily life as increasingly hostile, citing personal attacks, denied basic rights, and even an airport incident where his car was locked by officials. Friends now avoid greet...

Three students from Federal University Lafia were abducted from their dorm, Living Seed Lodge, sparking a massive police operation. One was rescued quickly, but two remain missing. Authorities are deploying all available units, urging the public to stay vigilant and report any leads as they push for the safe return of the students and justice for the perpetrators. Listen in comfort: Get a discount...

Adeyemi, latest arrest in the explosive PFIPC scandal, was allegedly roughed up during a dawn raid at his home—his father claims police broke in without identifying themselves, sparking demands for a full investigation as more officials face charges. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, h...

Adeyemi, tangled in the PFIPC corruption probe, was raided in the dead of night—his father says cops jumped over the fence, didn’t identify themselves, and roughed up his son. As arrests pile up in the ongoing scandal, the family demands answers and a full investigation into the raid’s legality and motive. Police remain silent, leaving the public watching closely as this high-stakes drama unfolds....

Public sector boards in Nigeria are often stuck in “governance theater” — polished, formal meetings that look impressive but deliver little real impact. With flawless setups, smooth presentations, and unanimous approvals, these ceremonial boards avoid tough decisions, suppress dissent, and reward comfort over accountability. But real governance isn’t about appearances — it’s about challenging reco...

The World Cup quarter-finals are heating up in the U.S., with explosive matchups set to define the tournament’s final stretch. France, led by Mbappe, clashes with Morocco — seeking revenge after a 2018 heartbreak — while Spain’s ironclad defense faces Belgium’s “Golden Generation” in a battle of grit vs. flair. England, anchored by Kane and Bellingham, must contain Haaland’s Golden Boot charge aga...

At just 18, Adesuwa Okunbo-Rhodes landed a job at Lehman Brothers—setting the stage for a career that would revolutionize African investing. By 20, she was at J.P. Morgan, where she saw the untapped potential to blend profit with purpose in Africa’s booming startup scene. Returning to Nigeria in 2014, she was stunned to find less than 2% of investment capital flowing to women entrepreneurs—despite...

In Bauchi State, Nigeria, a wave of violent kidnappings and shootings has erupted in the Dass Local Government Area, leaving communities in terror. In Kagadama, four people were abducted—including a pharmacy owner demanding a $50 million ransom—while in Bagel, a man was gunned down before his family. This isn’t the first time the pharmacy owner has been targeted; he was killed a year ago in front...

Veteran journalist Dele Momodu warns that Nigeria’s current economic crisis is unlike anything in the nation’s history, calling out President Tinubu for lacking remorse and failing to communicate effectively with a desperate public. At 66, Momodu draws on decades of experience but says nothing compares to today’s suffering. He criticizes the government’s handling of insecurity as the worst he’s se...

Peter Obi, presidential candidate for the Nigerian Democratic Congress, has raised alarms claiming his life may be in danger as the current government allegedly targets him with escalating personal and political sabotage, leaving him fearful for his survival amid a pattern of daily frustrations and systemic obstruction. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/disc...