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MTN Nigeria has responded to growing concerns among subscribers over what many describe as rapid data depletion, attributing the trend largely to evolving user behaviour, increased device connectivity, and data-intensive digital consumption habits. The telecom operator explained that several factors contribute to faster data usage, including hotspot sharing, video streaming, automatic app updates, cloud backups, and the growing adoption of high-speed internet services. According to the company, many users unknowingly consume significant amounts of data through background activities on smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart TVs, and other connected devices. Features such as auto-play on social media platforms, automatic software updates, and…

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across the United States, Canada and Mexico, national teams have unveiled creative photoshoots, dramatic departures and culturally resonant preparations. The moments have captured global attention, blending national pride, heritage and star power ahead of the expanded 48-team tournament. Here is a curated look at the top 10 most iconic visuals making the rounds. 1. Norway’s Viking warriors Norway’s return to the World Cup after 28 years was marked by an epic Viking-themed photoshoot on a rocky shoreline near Oslo. Captured by photographer David Yarrow, the squad, including Erling Haaland with flowing blond…

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Nigeria’s leading shot put athlete, Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, delivered another statement performance on the international stage after clinching gold at the prestigious Znamensky Memorial in Russia. The Nigerian thrower produced a dominant display throughout the competition, underlining his status as one of Africa’s finest field athletes and one of Nigeria’s most consistent performers in global athletics. Enekwechi asserted his authority from the opening rounds, combining power, precision, and remarkable consistency to keep the rest of the field at bay. As the competition progressed, the Nigerian steadily increased the pressure on his rivals before sealing victory with a winning throw of 21.27…

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the rescue of 360 kidnapped victims held by terrorists in Borno state. Acting Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, OPHK, Lt-Col Haruna Sani disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. Sani stated that the abductees were held captive by terrorists in a Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad, JAS, enclave located deep within the Mandara Mountains in Gwoza Local Government Area of of the state. According to him, the captives, comprising men, women and children, were rescued during what he described as one of the most significant hostage rescue operations…

News » Premier League news » Brighton & Hove Albion newsJune 6, 2026 20:15 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin Yohanna chooses Brighton AIK winger Zadok Yohanna has signed for Brighton & Hove Albion after turning down a proposal from Chelsea. The Nigerian youngster had a brilliant start to the 2026 season with AIK, scoring five goals and providing four assists from 12 appearances.His form caught the eye of Chelsea alongside Brighton. Both clubs had offers worth £21m accepted, but the right-sided winger has chosen the latter.The Blues had plans to recruit him before sending him on loan to Strasbourg, but Yohanna has opted for Premier League…

Nigerian casting house, Afro-Wren Productions, has played a central role in the international feature film, ‘Clarissa’, an adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s classic ‘Mrs Dalloway’, directed by Chuko Esiri and Arie Esiri, which premiered at the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. The film, which has since been acquired by NEON for global and US theatrical release, features an international ensemble cast including Sophie Okonedo, India Amarteifio, and David Oyelowo, alongside a carefully selected group of Nigerian actors sourced and developed by Afro-Wren Productions. At the heart of this collaboration is casting director, Olasunkanmi Adebayo, founder of Afro-Wren…

The Chief Operating Officer of Posh Potties Luxury Toilets and Sanitisers Limited, Nonso Azazi, tells BLESSING ENENAITE about running a business in a field that many shy away from What influenced your decision to set up your company? The company was founded about 13 years ago. The Chairman (of the company) and I attended a high society wedding reception at Tafawa Balewa Square, Onikan, Lagos, and it was grand. There were over 1,500 people in attendance under many large canopies. That was the era of open tents. There was a mega band, disc jockey, and a lot of food and…

The Oyo State Government has expressed deep concern and sympathy for students, parents and guardians affected by the delays experienced during the ongoing 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, conducted by the West African Examinations Council. This was conveyed in a statement on Friday, issued by the Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, in Ibadan. The statement said the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Olusegun Olayiwola, conveyed the government’s displeasure over the avoidable stress, anxiety and risks to which candidates have been exposed as a result of the late commencement of some examination papers, contrary to the approved WAEC…

LG Electronics has expanded its cooling technology portfolio in Nigeria with a broader range of inverter-powered refrigerators aimed at helping households reduce energy consumption and manage rising electricity costs. The company said in a statement that the expansion reflects growing consumer demand for energy-efficient and durable home appliances as inflationary pressures and unstable power supply continue to shape spending patterns among Nigerian households. According to LG, refrigerators account for a significant share of residential electricity consumption because they operate continuously. To address this challenge, the company said its inverter compressor technology automatically adjusts cooling power based on usage conditions, improving…