Steelers Wide Receiver DK Metcalf Throws Punch at Fan, on Video
DK Metcalf might have nerves of steel ... but, a Detroit Lions fan got on his last one -- and video shows him taking a swing at the guy! The wild moment went down late in the second quarter of the Lions matchup against DK's Pittsburgh Steelers ... with the CBS broadcast first showing a tense convo between the veteran wide receiver and a DET fan in a bright blue wig. DK Metcalf appears to have an altercation with a Detroit fan pic.twitter.com/a478Zjg3tR — NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) December 21, 2025 @NFLonCBSMetcalf then quickly reached up with his closed right fist ... seemingly landing a glancing blow on the fan's face before walking away. As broadcaster Jim Nantz says in the clip ... we'd assume DK will face some major consequences because of his actions -- though he wasn't removed from the important matchup against the Lions. According to ESPN ... because a flag wasn't thrown at the time, the NFL can't weigh in on disqualification -- which is the only reason they let the guy keep playing.
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December 22, 2025 01:12 UTC
Nigeria's N1tn Export Loss After US Trump Tariff
Exports fell by 14.3 per cent in Q2 2025 compared with Q2 2024 and plunged by 56.0 per cent in Q3 2025 relative to Q3 2024. In Q1 2025, Nigeria’s exports to the US were dominated by crude petroleum oils valued at N779.38bn, followed by urea at N240.17bn and kerosene-type jet fuel at N214.30bn. By Q2 2025, Nigeria’s export basket to the US had narrowed significantly, led by cocoa beans worth N37.39bn and urea valued at N106.44bn, alongside technically specified natural rubber at N10.43bn and leather products valued at N127.22m. With the US no longer among Nigeria’s top five export destinations by mid-2025 and imports accelerating rapidly, the figures highlight growing structural weaknesses in Nigeria’s trade position and the vulnerability of its export earnings to external policy shifts. “The bigger challenge for Nigeria’s trade relationship with the U.S. is Washington’s visa policy.
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December 22, 2025 01:01 UTC
Tinubu hails DSS chief Ajayi over IPI press freedom award
Mr Ajayi received a commendation award at the Annual Conference of the International Press Institute, held on December 2, 2025, in Abuja. The Guardian reports that in a release on December 2, 2025, the IPI had detailed reasons for honouring Ajayi with the press freedom award. It recalled that barely hours after Mr Ajayi assumed office, a journalist, Mr Adejuwon Soyinka, was intercepted and detained in Lagos. According to IPI Nigeria, despite earlier assurances by previous administrations, his name remained on the list until Mr Ajayi assumed office. The IPI said that although the agency was aggrieved, Mr Ajayi chose to work “patiently and collaboratively” with the organisation.
Source:The Guardian
December 22, 2025 00:47 UTC
Nigerian, five others indicted in $41m US stock market fraud
A dual US-Nigerian citizen, Izunna Okonkwo, has been indicted alongside five other individuals of different nationalities over an alleged $41m stock market fraud in the United States. “Kim illegally shared the information about at least nine of these deals with Saad Shoukat, who traded on that information by himself and through others. “Saad Shoukat also tipped off others—including Arham Shoukat, Shahwaiz Shoukat, Khan, and Okonkwo—who similarly traded and profited from the material non-public information. “From the spring of 2021, Saad Shoukat and Arham Shoukat began investing in Olema stock and encouraged others to invest in it. “After purchasing substantial stock in Olema, Saad Shoukat, Arham Shoukat, and others accessed confidential information showing that OP-1250 was less effective than they had hoped.
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December 22, 2025 00:10 UTC
Steelers' DK Metcalf throws punch at Lions fan during Week 16 matchup
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has put himself at risk of being suspended by the NFL. During the first half of the Steelers' Week 16 matchup against the Detroit Lions, Metcalf was seen interacting with a fan in the stands. The Detroit Free Press tracked down the fan in the stands, and asked them what they said to Metcalf and what their name was. Metcalf is in his first season with the Steelers after being acquired via trade from the Seattle Seahawks in March. The Steelers and Ravens face off in the regular-season finale in Week 18, which could be for the AFC North crown and a spot in the playoffs.
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December 21, 2025 23:14 UTC
Lions fan says DK Metcalf swung at him after he used star's full name
ETPittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver DK Metcalf took a swing at a Detroit Lions fan at the game at Ford Field on Sunday, Dec. 21. In the second quarter, CBS cameras caught Metcalf getting into an altercation with a Lions fan holding some Steelers attire while hanging over the ledge. It's not clear what led up to the incident, but Metcalf eventually threw a punch in the direction of the Lions fan. When initially asked what his name was, the fan said, "My name is 'Biggest Detroit Lions Fan Ever that got attacked by DeKaylin Zecharius Metcalf.'" Free Press Lions reporter Dave Birkett contributed to this reporting.
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December 21, 2025 23:06 UTC
Watch: Steelers WR DK Metcalf throws punch at Lions fan
ETDetroit — Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf threw a punch at a Detroit Lions fan who was standing near the front row during Sunday's game at Ford Field. During an injury timeout with 2:49 left in the second quarter, Metcalf was seen talking to a fan directly behind the Steelers' bench area. According to CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson, Metcalf approached the fan because he was holding a Metcalf Steelers jersey. The fan had blue hair and appeared to be wearing a black Lions shirt when Metcalf was seen talking to him. "Obviously, Metcalf did not like what he said," Wolfson said, resulting in Metcalf throwing a close-fisted jab at the fan.
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December 21, 2025 23:05 UTC
FG set to save over N2b in 2026 as MDAs go paperless
That figure rose to N1.52 billion in 2025 and is expected to rise further in 2026. The Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning sits at the very heart of government. Read more »Nigeria's 2026 Budget and Key Developments Dominate HeadlinesPresident Tinubu presents the N58.18 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill, themed 'Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity'. Read more »‘Consolidated Renewed Sufferings,’ PDP Faults Tinubu’s 2026 Budget ProposalEmemobong alleged that Nigerians have endured significant economic hardships under the current administration. Read more »Natasha Akpoti: It's impact of 2026 budget -- not size -- that will matterNatasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi central, has described the 2016 budget as significant but cautioned that Nigeria’s development challenges cannot be solved by figures alone.
Source:The Guardian
December 21, 2025 21:44 UTC
Amorim fears United captain Fernandes will be out ‘a while’
(Photo by Ben STANSALL / AFP)Ruben Amorim fears Bruno Fernandes will be out for “a while” after the Manchester United captain was injured during Sunday’s 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa. Fernandes has started every Premier League game this season, but the Portugal midfielder is unlikely to extend that run any further following his injury setback at Villa Park. “I will see what we are going to do,” Amorim said. United’s selection crisis has raised questions about the potential for new signings during the January transfer window, but Amorim won’t panic. “I’m not going to say ‘we need a lot of players’ because we have a plan.
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December 21, 2025 21:28 UTC
Cabals ‘hijacked’ Aso Villa under Buhari – Aisha Buhari
According to Aisha, the moment Buhari transitioned from opposition to power in 2015, the hierarchy around him was reset. When Buhari was eventually flown to London, she says doctors prescribed stronger supplements than the ones she had administered. Aisha credits President Bola Tinubu for establishing a burial committee and ensuring Buhari received state honours without administrative confusion. Aisha Buhari’s account blends accusation with memory, turning the private life of a First Family into commentary on political culture. Where the public saw conspiracy, she saw communication failure.
Source:The Guardian
December 21, 2025 21:02 UTC
Tinubu Hails DSS DG Over IPI Press Freedom Award
President Bola Tinubu on Sunday congratulated the Director-General of the Department of State Services, Oluwatosin Ajayi, on his recognition as a champion of press freedom by the Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute. Tinubu conveyed his felicitations through a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, titled ‘President Tinubu congratulates DSS DG Oluwatosin Ajayi on IPI Press Freedom Award’. Ajayi was honoured with a commendation award at the annual conference of the journalism organisation on December 2, 2025, in Abuja. “The President affirms that the DSS under Mr Ajayi is changing the narrative of hostility against members of the press and creating an atmosphere of dialogue and robust engagement with the civil populace,” Onanuga said. Tinubu encouraged other security agencies and officials to emulate the DSS example and engage the media as partners rather than adversaries.
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December 21, 2025 20:53 UTC
FG to introduce mandatory vehicle recycling fee from 2026
The Federal Government has announced plans to tap into Nigeria’s largely informal vehicle recycling market, projecting annual revenues of over N150bn from 2026, as part of sweeping reforms to modernise the country’s automotive industry. “In developed countries, when you buy a new vehicle, during registration, you make a payment towards the disposal of that vehicle when it reaches the end of its life. The announcement comes against the backdrop of a rebound in Nigeria’s vehicle import market this year. The rebound underscores the resilience of Nigeria’s auto market, especially the fairly used (“Tokunbo”) segment, but also highlights persistent challenges, including high landing costs, currency exposure, and structural dependence on imports. “When the pushback comes, we need you to explain to Nigerians what we are trying to do and why,” he said, describing 2026 as a pivotal year for Nigeria’s automotive industry transformation.
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December 21, 2025 20:36 UTC
ASUU Awards N6.2m Scholarships to 31 OOU Students
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Olabisi Onabanjo University chapter, has awarded scholarships worth N6.2m to 31 indigent students of the institution. The Chairperson of ASUU, OOU chapter, Dr Ganiyu Yinusa, said in a statement on Sunday that the gesture was part of the union’s sustained commitment to equity, expanded access to education and student welfare. Yinusa stated that each beneficiary received N200,000, bringing the total value of the scholarship intervention to N6.2m. The union reaffirmed its belief that no qualified student should be denied access to university education on the basis of financial constraints. Of the total amount disbursed, N82.34bn covered institutional fees, while N72.02bn went to students’ upkeep allowances, distributed across 262 institutions nationwide.
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December 21, 2025 19:57 UTC
Petrol station workers demand health insurance from IPMAN
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has been urged to extend health insurance coverage to petrol station workers, including pump attendants, cleaners, security personnel, managers, and other staff working in the downstream petroleum sector. In a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna, the Convener of the Concerned Petrol Station Workers, Ibrahim Zango, said IPMAN should emulate NNPCL’s initiative to ensure the welfare and well-being of workers employed by independent marketers. Zango also clarified issues surrounding the leadership of the Concerned Petrol Station Workers, noting that the current structure was not formed through a formal election process. Zango noted that the current economic hardship and rising cost of healthcare had worsened the vulnerability of petrol station workers, many of whom earn modest wages. He therefore called on IPMAN to take immediate and concrete steps to provide health insurance coverage for workers under its membership across the country.
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December 21, 2025 19:14 UTC
2027: PDP will give Otti ticket if he defects, says Wabara
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Adolphus Wabara, has expressed optimism that Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, may consider defecting to the PDP ahead of his second-term bid. Wabara said the party would not hesitate to present Otti as its governorship candidate in 2027 should he decide to join the PDP, describing the governor as a major asset to any political party. He said Otti had restored Abia State to the path of progress envisioned by its founding fathers, adding that joining the PDP would further enhance his chances in 2027. The PDP governed Abia State from 1999 until 2015, when the All Progressives Congress won the governorship. The PDP has been working to reposition itself ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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December 21, 2025 18:07 UTC