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Vladimir Kuts was Russia’s unforgettable long-distance runner who, in a wildly combative career that lasted only three years in the 1950s, trashed the records for both the 5,000 and 10,000 metres in one single competition. He didn’t believe there was any limit to man created in the image of God. Any being with such divine trappings couldn’t fail.  They would strive to reinvent the wheel, march across dreaded territory, and plunge wordsmiths into uncharted depths to attempt to capture their achievements. Therefore, retiring from global athletics while still at his peak, when there were no more challenges, Kuts worked as…

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The Senate has promised to expedite action on the constitutional framework for the establishment of state police amid rising insecurity, banditry and abductions across the country. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Yemi Adaramodu, disclosed this in an interview with Saturday PUNCH. The lawmaker said the Red Chamber was committed to fast-tracking the legislative processes required to amend the Constitution and pave the way for state policing as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s security architecture. “Very soon. As I earlier told you, the Senate is fully prepared to commence the constitutional processes for the…

Global oil prices declined on Friday after Omani authorities confirmed that crude export activities at the country’s key Mina al Fahal terminal were continuing without disruption. Brent crude oil, against which Nigerian crude oil is priced, fell by 84 cents to $94.19 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped $1.13 to $91.91 per barrel as traders reacted to the clarification from Oman. The market had earlier been unsettled by reports of an explosion near mooring facilities at Mina al Fahal, one of Oman’s most important crude export terminals. Initial concerns raised fears of potential loading disruptions that…

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) says the party handles disputes arising from its just concluded primaries through “an established stakeholder leadership structure.” The National Secretary of the NDC, Ikenna Enekweizu, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday night. The NDC held its primaries on 29 May ahead of the 2027 general elections although the party has yet to announce results of the exercise amid allegations of manipulations by aspirants. Mr Enekweizu explained that the party’s “established stakeholder leadership structure” has what he termed “caucus heads” in all states of Nigeria. “These leaders were entrusted with conducting stakeholder consultations, building consensus,…

The Kaduna State Police Command has rescued three kidnapped victims who spent more than 40 days in captivity and arrested five suspected informants linked to a kidnapping syndicate. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Kaduna. Hassan said the rescue operation was carried out by a joint security team led by personnel from Fushin Kada, in collaboration with the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Hunkuyi. According to him, the operation followed sustained intelligence gathering, strategic surveillance, and coordinated security efforts that led operatives to a suspected bandits’ hideout. “Upon sighting…

FIFA said Friday it will allow fans to bring one “soft, plastic” disposable water bottle into World Cup venues after its ban on refillable bottles sparked an outcry. “All fans will be permitted to bring in one, soft, plastic 20 ounces (590ml), factory sealed disposable water bottle into any FIFA World Cup 2026 match in the USA and Canada,” World Cup chief operating officer Heimo Schirgi, said in a video posted on FIFA’s X account. The announcement, which FIFA called a “clarification” of its water bottle policy, came two days after FIFA said that refillable water bottles wouldn’t be allowed.…

Popular actor and singer, Gabriel Afolayan, has said the growing recognition of Yoruba-language films is a natural outcome of consistency, hard work, and dedication within the industry. Reacting to the increasing visibility of Yoruba films, he said there was nothing unusual about the development, noting that sustained effort within the industry was finally yielding results. “There is nothing strange about it because we have put in the work. If one works hard, one should get the dividends for it. If we are seeing the feedback, it’s worth it. So there is nothing strange about it because we have put in…

Speaking in Geneva on Tuesday, UNHCR spokesperson Babar Baloch warned that sharp reductions in humanitarian and development funding are putting essential services at risk for one of the world’s largest refugee populations. “The generous support from Bangladesh and the international community has been critical in meeting their basic needs and providing protection,” he told journalists. The largest influx of Rohingya refugees occurred in August 2017, when around 750,000 people fled violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine State and crossed into Bangladesh. UNHCR noted that support from Bangladesh and donors has been vital in meeting basic needs and providing protection ever since.Funding pressures mountThe…

Tomorrow, June 6, Pastor William Folorunsho Kumuyi is turning 85. Now, if your idea of an 85-year-old involves rocking chairs, early bedtimes, and complete confusion over how to use a smartphone, you clearly have not met the convener of the Global Crusade with Kumuyi. As a part of his digital strategy team, I have a front-row seat to some part of his daily life. Let me let you in on a secret: the man operates at a speed that puts Gen Z to shame. We do not worship him, and we definitely do not idolise him, because he would be…