Amnesty Int’l, DHQ disagree over treatment of female victims of B’Haram (Vanguard)
Amnesty International, AI and the Defence Headquarters are at loggerheads over the treatment of female victims of Boko Haram.
While AI in its report, released, yesterday, accused the Nigerian military of detaining and abusing female survivors of Boko Haram, the Defence Headquarters said the Armed Forces of Nigeria were professional forces that operate within the ambit of international law of armed conflict. Read more
Jonathan seeks reforms to curb ‘do-or-die’ politics, election litigations (Leadership)
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for reforms in Nigeria’s political system to curb the “do-or-die” approach to elections and reduce the avalanche of litigation that follows every electoral cycle.
Speaking on Tuesday at a national symposium to mark this year’s Democracy Day in Abuja, Jonathan lamented that the current winner-takes-all system has become inimical to political justice and national unity.
He advised the National Assembly to work out a formula that allows political parties that garner a certain percentage of votes, such as 30%, to have a role in governance, rather than being completely shut out. Read more
Mechanic in court for stealing 3 cars (Punch)
A 41-year-old mechanic, Bebe Akapo, was arraigned on Tuesday in a Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court for the alleged theft of three cars.
The defendant, whose address remains unknown, faces charges of felony and stealing.
He pleaded not guilty to the charges.Prosecutor Inspector Edet Ekpe informed the court that the offence took place on March 25, at No 8 Wale Ajose Street, Abule Era, Ilogbo, Lagos. Read more
Fire guts Kano Polytechnic’s department building (Channels)
Fire has gutted the School of Technology at Kano State Polytechnic located on Matan Fada Road in Kano metropolis.
The fire engulfed the entire Department of Art and Industrial Design building on Tuesday.
An eyewitness, Abba Ahmed, said the fire was noticed around 5am as the intensity could not let them put out the fire. Read more
Akintoye applauds South West governors for adopting Yoruba anthem (Independent)
The leader of a leading Yoruba self-determination struggle for the Yoruba sovereign state, Yoruba Self-Determination Movement, Prof Banji Akintoye has commended the governors of South Western States for adopting and singing the Yoruba Anthem on Monday during their meeting in Lagos.
Prof Akintoye made the commendation in a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday by his Homeland Assistant, Dr Amusat Olatunde. Read more
June 12: Nothing to celebrate about this year’s Democracy Day — CUPP (Tribune)
Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has described this year’s Democracy Day as another of its kind “without anything to really celebrate about,” saying that the hope it represents is largely absent due to the fact as of today.
According to the CUPP, “the productive and positive dividends of democracy are far remote from the mass of Nigerians.”
CUPP, while noting that it was commendable that the June 12 date, which is in celebration of the election won in 1993 by late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, but was annulled by the military junta led by General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, had been inducted into the nation’s democratic Hall of Fame as Democracy Day, pointedly declared that democracy is useless unless it delivers to the people what makes them fulfilled as citizens of a country that they called theirs. Read more
Lawmakers call for increased funding to empower women in politics (Punch)
The House of Representatives on Tuesday urged the Federal Government to make adequate budgetary provision for the training and grooming of women in politics.
The resolution of the House came against the backdrop of the adoption of a motion moved by the lawmaker representing Port Harcourt II Federal Constituency, Rivers State, Mrs Blessing Amadi.
The House subsequently urged the Ministry of Women Affairs to designate a department “With adequate budgetary provision to help groom, train, and support women in politics and encourage the inclusion of the role of women in political leadership in our secondary school curriculum.” Read more
Imo police launch manhunt for killers of 2 policemen, civilian (Nation)
The Imo police command has launched a manhunt for the killers of two police officers and a civilian in Akabor, Ikeduru local government area of the state.
The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, June 11, when armed hoodlums attacked the operatives, firing sporadically.
Despite their gallant efforts, two personnel and a civilian were fatally hit. Read more
Nicki Minaj sparks fan frenzy with ‘single’ announcement (HipHopDx)
Nicki Minaj has sparked something of a frenzy on social media after making a vague announcement that has left fans guessing.
Alluding to either her music career or personal life, the Young Money rapper wrote on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday (June 10): “Yes Single…”
The cryptic post was met with intrigue from fans, with one asking: “Music or your relationship status?” Read more
Malawi VP confirmed dead in plane crash in forest (BBC)
The wreck of a plane carrying Malawi’s vice-president has been found with no survivors, President Lazarus Chakwera has said.
Saulos Chilima and nine others were flying within the country on Monday morning when their aircraft disappeared from airport radars.
The plane, a military aircraft, was flying in bad weather. Read more
Gary Glitter ordered to pay over £500k in damages to abuse victim (RTE)
Disgraced former pop star Gary Glitter has been ordered to pay more than £500,000 (€593,000) in damages to one of his victims who sued him at the High Court in London.
The woman is suing Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, following his 2015 conviction for abusing her and two other young people between 1975 and 1980.
She previously secured a “default judgment” in her claim – a ruling in her favour over Glitter’s liability – and on Tuesday Mrs Justice Tipples said the woman was entitled to damages of £508,800 (€603,200). Read more
Debbie McGee ‘‘heartbroken’’ for former Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice (BelfastTelegraph)
Debbie McGee has said she is “heartbroken” for Giovanni Pernice after he was left out of the new Strictly Come Dancing line-up amid allegations about his teaching methods.
The TV star and widow of magician Paul Daniels was partnered with Pernice when she took part in the show in 2017, just a year after her husband’s death in 2016.
The duo made it to the final but were defeated by Holby City actor Joe McFadden and his partner Katya Jones. Read more
Russell Crowe feels “uncomfortable” about ‘‘Gladiator 2’’ (FarOut)
Russell Crowe has addressed his concern for Ridley Scott’s upcoming sequel, “Gladiator 2”. Despite previously supporting the idea of a follow-up to the historical epic that saw him win an Academy Award, the Australian actor has now revealed that he feels “slightly uncomfortable” about the project.
Notably, Crowe starred as the protagonist, Roman General Maximus Decimus Meridius, in Scott’s original blockbuster. The character seeks revenge on the Roman Emperor Commodus – played by Joaquin Phoenix – who murdered his family and Emperor. A sprawling tale of retribution, it sees Meridius become a gladiator and rise through the ranks of the arena to set up a showdown with his foe.
Not only is Gladiator one of Crowe’s best-loved roles, earning him ‘Best Actor’ at the Oscars, but the brilliance of the story and the rest of the cast, including the late Oliver Reed in his final role, have made it one of the most revered movies of the 21st century. Naturally, the sequel will face intense scrutiny. Read more
Tom Cruise nearly got Edward Scissorhands role, claims Johnny Depp (NME)
Johnny Depp has revealed that several high-profile figures were considered for the iconic role of Edward Scissorhands in Tim Burton’s 1990 film.
According to People magazine, Depp and Burton have reflected on their early collaborations in a new untitled docuseries about the filmmaker. The series debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City last night (Monday June 10).
In the film, Depp recalled securing the job of the title role in Edward Scissorhands, sharing that Burton had been contacted by various actors hoping to play the protagonist, including Tom Hanks and Michael Jackson. Read more
Apple unveils long-awaited AI strategy, partnership with OpenAI at WWDC (AlJazeera)
Apple has revealed a slew of new artificial intelligence-powered features backed by a partnership with OpenAI, as the iPhone maker battles perceptions that it is falling behind in the race to capitalise on the technology.
Apple executives including CEO Tim Cook unveiled “Apple Intelligence” on Monday during a nearly two-hour-long presentation at the company’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino, California.
“All of this goes beyond artificial intelligence, it’s personal intelligence, and it is the next big step for Apple,” CEO Tim Cook said. Read more
2026 WCQ: Finidi blames Super Eagles ‘poor defence’ for Benin Defeat (CompleteSports)
Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George, claimed his side paid for their poor defending and loss of concentration against Benin Republic.
Nigeria lost the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier 2-1 and now face the prospect of missing out on a place at the mundial.
Poor clearance by Calvin Bassey led to Benin Republic’s equalising goal scored by Jordel Dossou. Read more
Rangers fined N5m after matchday mayhem vs Enyimba (Punch)
The Nigeria Premier Football League has handed down a N5 million fine to Rangers International FC for multiple infractions during the Match Day 35 fixture against Enyimba International FC, held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday, June 9.
In a letter dated June 10, and issued to Rangers by the NPFL Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, the league outlined several breaches of its rules committed by Rangers during the ill-fated encounter.
On Sunday, there was drama in Enugu during the highly-anticipated game between Enugu Rangers and reigning champions Enyimba, as the game was abandoned deep into stoppage time as a result of fans’ invasion. Read more
Netherlands suffer major injury blow as Barcelona star ruled out of Euro 2024 (SportsMole)
Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong has been ruled out of Euro 2024 due to an ankle injury.
The Barcelona man has struggled to reach full fitness since sustaining the ankle problem in a goalless draw against Athletic Bilbao on March 3.
De Jong has played just three matches since being forced off at San Mames, appearing in both Champions League quarter-final matches against Paris Saint-Germain as well as April’s Clasico. Read more
Juventus in advanced talks for Villa’s Douglas Luiz (Sky)
Juventus are in advanced talks with Aston Villa to sign Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz.
The clubs are also discussing deals for Weston McKennie and Samuel Iling-Junior to join Villa in the opposite direction.
The deals are separate but all part of the same negotiation, Sky Sports News understands. Read more
Federer rejects “effortless” theory in graduation speech (BBC)
Roger Federer declared the main reasons for his success were “grit” and hard graft as he rejected the theory his tennis game was “effortless”.
Federer, one of sport’s highest achievers, looked to set the record straight as he delivered a graduation speech, external at Dartmouth College in the United States.
The Swiss swapped the shorts he had worn “almost every day for the last 35 years” for a robe that was “hard to move in” as he spoke when receiving a Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the New Hampshire institution. Read more
1-2-3: Scheffler, Schauffele and McIlroy in US Open trio (France24)
World number one Scottie Scheffler, second-ranked Xander Schauffele and third-ranked Rory McIlroy will play the first two rounds together at this week’s US Open, organizers announced on Tuesday.
The US Golf Association released tee times for the first and second rounds of the 124th US Open at Pinehurst, with Scheffler, Schauffele and McIlroy off together from the first tee at 1:14 p.m. (1714 GMT) on Thursday.
Two-time Masters winner Scheffler, whose five US PGA Tour victories this year include last week’s Memorial, also will join four-time major winner McIlroy and Schauffele, who won May’s PGA Championship, at 7:29 a.m. off the 10th tee for the second round on Friday. Read more