Lamine Yamal delivered the first hat-trick of his senior career as Barcelona powered to a dominant 4-1 victory over Villarreal, strengthening their grip at the top of La Liga. The 18-year-old sensation put the hosts in complete control before half-time, scoring twice within nine minutes, both expertly set up by Fermin Lopez. His sharp movement and clinical finishing handed Barcelona a commanding lead heading into the break. Villarreal mounted a response after the restart, with Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye pulling one back to give the visitors hope. They were later handed a golden chance to equalise but failed to convert,…
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Fresh controversy has erupted in Nasarawa State following the revocation of bail and remand in prison custody of Dr Abdul Mahmud, Managing Partner, LIBERTY SEMPER FIDELIS LP, a law firm, in a case his supporters describe as a sustained campaign of police intimidation and judicial ambush. The decision was handed down on Friday, 27 February 2026, by Senior Magistrate Zuluhiat Yusuf of the Senior Magistrate Court, Mararaba, a ruling critics say raises serious questions about abuse of police power and the independence of the court. From Civil Dispute to Criminal Prosecution The case reportedly stems from a civil dispute…
Following the judicial ambush and the unfortunate revocation of bail and remand in prison custody of our Managing Partner, Dr Abdul Mahmud, by Senior Magistrate Zuluhiat Yusuf sitting at the Senior Magistrate Court, Mararaba, Nasarawa State on Friday 27 February 2026, we are compelled to issue this statement to properly situate the circumstances of the continuing harassment of our Managing Partner within their full and troubling context. Background The events that culminated in the arrest of Mahmud arose from a civil dispute between the Incorporated Trustees of Fatima Gold Estate, Mararaba, Nasarawa State, and Deputy Commissioner of Police Amabua Muhammed,…
Netflix has withdrawn from its bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, clearing the path for Paramount Skydance to secure a takeover valued at approximately $111 billion (£82.2bn). Warner Bros announced on Thursday that Paramount’s revised offer was “superior” to Netflix’s proposal. Netflix declined to increase its bid, with co-chief executives Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters saying the deal was “no longer financially attractive” at the higher price. “This transaction was always a ‘nice to have’ at the right price, not a ‘must have’ at any price,” the Netflix executives said. In December, Warner Bros agreed to sell key film…
Residents of Meiran community in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State have resorted to self-help after authorities failed to respond to earlier reports of abandoned waste collection in the area. Weeks after TheNumbersNG reported that heaps of refuse had taken over streets and residential corners due to the absence of their designated Private Sector Participant (PSP), residents say the situation remained unchanged. Despite public outcry and attempts to alert the relevant authorities, no official intervention followed. According to findings, the PSP contractor had not evacuated refuse in the community since November 6, 2025. At the time of the initial…
The Public Relations Women Foundation, in collaboration with luxury hospitality brand The Delborough, welcomed members of the Premium Members Club and other senior women in PR and Communications to the Premium Soirée 2.0, an exclusive gathering curated for senior women in Public Relations and Communications, on Thursday, February 2026. This edition of the Premium Soirée, hosted by Bola Balogun, Chief Executive Officer of The Glam Brand Agency, brought together accomplished women across strategic communications, public affairs, and media for high-level networking, strategic conversations, and meaningful relationship building. The evening also highlighted the growing impact of the Premium Members’ Club, a…
Dimension Data Nigeria, a leading integrated IT solutions firm, has raised N20 billion through a bond programme executed under Dimension Data SPV Funding Plc, following approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The funds are earmarked for long-term investments in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure to support the country’s growing digital economy. Speaking at the regulatory clearance event in Lagos, Gbenga Olabiyi, Managing Director, said the capital raise is aimed at long-term value creation, improving network capacity, resilience, and supporting carrier-grade and enterprise services. “Sustained infrastructure investment is essential to maintaining competitiveness and unlocking future growth,” Olabiyi said. “When deployed…
Nigerian crude oil last traded above $70 per barrel, outperforming the Federal Government’s 2026 budget benchmark of $64.85 amid rising geopolitical tensions. Bonny Light was reported at around $71 per barrel, slightly down from $72.3 on Monday. Renowned for being “light and sweet,” Nigerian crude’s low sulfur content and high API gravity make it cheaper to refine into high-value products like diesel and gasoline. Global oil markets are experiencing heightened volatility due to geopolitical tensions outside the Middle East. US military forces are mobilising near the Red Sea ahead of the third round of US-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva,…
By Chido Nwakanma Hold your head high, dear communication professional. In the age of AI and amid discussions of job losses and decline, the latest surveys suggest that our skills and professions remain highly valued. In fact, their importance has grown alongside or despite AI. Communication features in the Top Ten Skills of today, according to LinkedIn. The trending skills go beyond AI. LinkedIn’s annual “Skills on the Rise” report has developed from a simple list into a strategic guide for the modern professional. The 2026 edition signifies a significant shift: AI proficiency is no longer a unique advantage; it…
The Federal Government on Thursday inaugurated the Board of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), marking a milestone after the institution disbursed over N37 billion in consumer credit to Nigerians in just one year. Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima, who led the inauguration, emphasised that access to consumer credit is central to Nigeria’s ambition of becoming a one-trillion-dollar economy. The newly inaugurated board includes: Otunba Aderemi Abdul, Chairman Engr. Uzoma Nwagba, Managing Director/CEO Olanike Kolawole, Executive Director, Operations Aisha Abdullahi, Executive Director, Credit and Portfolio Management Dr. Armstrong Ume-Takang, MoFI Representative Engr. Bisoye Coke-Odusote, NIMC Representative Mohammed Naziru Abbas,…