By Desmond Nineteen-year-old Nigerian-American racing driver Ugo Ugochukwu has made history after winning the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Drivers’ Championship, becoming the first American driver to claim the prestigious title. Ugochukwu secured the championship at the season-ending Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid on Sunday, September 13, driving for Campos Racing. He finished second in the final race behind Finland’s Tuukka Taponen, while his main title rival, Britain’s Freddie Slater, finished eighth. The result saw Ugochukwu finish the season with 159 points , 14 points ahead of Slater, who ended the campaign on 145 points. His 2026 season included two victories and seven podium finishes. Born in New York to Nigerian model Oluchi Onweagba and Italian fashion designer Luca Orlandi, Ugochukwu has risen through the junior single-seater ranks with ambitions of reaching Formula 1. He previously competed as part of the McLaren Driver Development Programme before joining Campos Ra...

By Desmond  Osun State Police Command has reportedly arrested a woman following the death of a vigilante member after a sexual encounter in Ile-Ife, Osun State. The incident, which occurred in the Odi-Olokun/Ooni Ilare area of Ile-Ife, has generated public interest and speculation after the deceased, identified as Sunday and popularly known as Apetu, reportedly became seriously distressed shortly after the encounter. According to reports, the incident occurred on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The man was said to have developed severe health complications and was reportedly gasping and screaming before he eventually died. Following the incident, the woman involved was taken into police custody at the Moore Police Division as authorities commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. Reports also indicate that the deceased's remains were deposited at the mortuary of the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals Complex (OAUTHC), Ile-Ife, ...

Photo credit; channels television  By Desmond The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 101-year-old woman, identified as Esther Ogunmabo , for allegedly selling cannabis in Ilisan, Ogun State. According to the NDLEA, Ogunmabo was arrested on August 15, 2026, with 90 grammes of skunk , a strain of cannabis, packaged in small sachets. The agency said the centenarian admitted selling the substance to local customers. The NDLEA reported that the woman told investigators she became involved in the illicit drug trade after a fire destroyed her provisions shop. She also allegedly disclosed that one of her daughters, who lives in Lagos, supplied her with the cannabis every four days for resale. read also. Following her arrest, NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), directed that Ogunmabo be granted bail and placed under counselling because of her advanced age. Her daughter was also arrested in connection with the alleged drug trade. ...

Location: Abuja, Nigeria By Desmond Source: National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a 20,000-litre fuel tanker fitted with a concealed compartment allegedly used to transport 2,145 kilogrammes of cannabis, in one of several major drug seizures recorded across nine states. The latest interception highlights the increasing efforts by the anti-narcotics agency to disrupt sophisticated methods being adopted by drug traffickers to move illicit substances across the country. According to the NDLEA, its operatives uncovered the concealed compartment in the tanker during a targeted operation. The cannabis, weighing 2,145 kilogrammes, was reportedly hidden in the vehicle in an attempt to evade detection by law enforcement personnel. The development forms part of a series of successful operations carried out by NDLEA commands in different parts of the country. The agency said the seizures de...

Written by Desmond The transplantation of genetically modified pig kidneys into humans is one of the most remarkable developments in modern medicine. For decades, scientists have investigated whether animal organs could be used to help people suffering from organ failure. Recent breakthroughs suggest that this idea may be moving from scientific theory toward a practical medical option. A major milestone was achieved in the United States when doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital transplanted a genetically edited pig kidney into a human patient. One of the most significant cases involved Tim Andrews, who received a genetically engineered pig kidney in January 2025. According to researchers at Mass General Brigham, the kidney functioned well enough to keep Andrews off dialysis for 271 days . In January 2026, he subsequently received a human donor kidney. His case was reported in The Lancet and represents the longest documented dialysis-free survival following a pig-ki...

By Desmond  Source: Forbes 2026 Club Valuations, reported by Goal and Vanguard News Barcelona have moved above Manchester United to become the second-most valuable football club in the world , according to the latest 2026 Forbes valuation rankings. The Catalan giants are now valued at $7.5 billion , overtaking Manchester United, whose valuation stands at $7.2 billion . Despite the change in second place, there is still a significant gap at the summit, with Real Madrid comfortably leading the global rankings at an estimated $9.5 billion . Real Madrid's position at the top marks another year of financial dominance. The Spanish champions have reportedly generated a record $1.27 billion in revenue , helping them maintain their status as football's most valuable club. Barcelona's rise is particularly notable considering the club's financial difficulties in recent years. Increased commercial revenues, sponsorship growth and progress surrounding the Camp No...

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has broken its silence over the controversial comment by Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama Pee, in which she dragged the name of Jesus Christ into a political argument involving Peter Obi and the 2027 presidential election. The remark, which has generated intense reactions across social media and the political space, reportedly came during a discussion about Peter Obi’s popularity and his chances in the 2027 election. Mama Pee was heard making a comparison involving Obi and Jesus Christ, suggesting that Obi could defeat Christ at the polls under certain circumstances. The statement quickly sparked controversy, particularly among Christians who considered the comparison inappropriate and disrespectful to the Christian faith. Reacting to the development, CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, issued a strong warning to politicians, supporters and other Nigerians against turning Jesus Christ into a weapon in political batt...

Nigeria woke up to a major shock on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, as global ride-hailing giant Uber officially shut down its operations in the country after 12 years. The sudden exit has sent waves across Nigeria’s transport and technology sectors, leaving riders and drivers wondering what comes next. Uber entered the Nigerian market in 2014, launching first in Lagos and later expanding its services to other cities. For millions of Nigerians, the company became more than just a ride-hailing platform. It changed how people moved around major cities, allowing passengers to request rides from their phones, track drivers and make transportation more convenient. But that journey has now come to an abrupt end. Uber said its decision followed a “thorough review” of its business priorities and investment focus across Africa. The company also announced that it was winding down operations in Uganda at the same time. Importantly, Uber said the decision was limited to Nigeria and ...