The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched a phased enforcement process targeting digital money lending operators that failed to regularise their operations in line with Nigeria’s new…
US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying the country would face devastating consequences if any attempt is made on his life, amid renewed tensions between…
Residents of Takinta, a fishing community in Jomoro Municipality of Ghana’s Western Region, have been left in shock following the killing of a man who reportedly intervened to stop a…
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the abduction of more than 100 church worshippers in Kurmin Wali, a remote community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following days…
Nigerian music star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has publicly responded to remarks made by Afrobeat singer and activist Seun Kuti, escalating a heated exchange that has drawn widespread…
Denmark has issued a stern warning to the United States, saying any attempt by President Donald Trump to seize Greenland by force would trigger a direct military conflict between the…
Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has sharply criticised officials of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) over delays and inefficiencies in passport processing, following an unannounced visit to the passport…
Controversial Nigerian street-hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been released from prison after spending one week in custody over allegations of assault and theft. The singer regained…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has formally signed the ₦4.4 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, setting the framework for the state’s fiscal and development priorities in the new year.…
U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize has influenced his foreign policy outlook, saying he no longer feels bound to “think purely…
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has been re-arrested by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) shortly after fulfilling his bail conditions and…
Celebrity Nigerian cryptocurrency entrepreneur, Linus Williams Ifejirika, popularly known as Blord, has formally warned social media commentator VeryDarkMan to stop using the name “Ratel” following its registration as a trademark.…
Saida, the mother of late Afrobeat singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has disclosed the circumstances surrounding her son’s death, saying he passed away after a prolonged battle…
Ghanaian security agencies have arrested 53 Nigerian nationals following a coordinated crackdown on suspected cybercrime operations across multiple communities in the Greater Accra Region. The arrests followed an intelligence-led operation…
Award-winning Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has spoken openly about her personal life, disclosing that only one relationship in her past brought her genuine happiness. The singer made the revelation during…
The Federal Government has denied reports suggesting it established a gold refinery in Lagos, describing the claim as inaccurate and misleading. The clarification followed an allegation by the Northern Elders…
Abdulaziz Malami, the son of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has been rearrested by security operatives at the Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja, barely…
A Nigerian traditional ruler and United States–based academic, Prof. Ekelekamchukwu Alphonsus Ngwadom, has been convicted and sentenced by a court in North Carolina for defrauding the Medicaid system of more…
The Nasarawa State Police Command has rescued 17 persons suspected to be victims of human trafficking following the interception of a vehicle in Karu Local Government Area of the state.…
Plans for the burial of late gospel musician Omije Ojumi have been suspended, organisers announced on Saturday, citing unresolved family-related issues. The development was disclosed by fellow gospel artiste Lanre…
Nigerian singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, has died at the age of 22, sending shockwaves through the country’s music community. News of his passing became public on…
Former Nickelodeon child actor Kianna Underwood has died after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn, New York, authorities have confirmed. Underwood, 33, was fatally injured…
An Indonesia Air Transport aircraft carrying 11 people has gone missing after losing contact with air traffic control, sparking fears that it may have crashed, aviation and rescue officials said…
The long-running paternity dispute involving Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has escalated following the circulation of an alleged leaked chat between the singer and a 12-year-old girl,…
Popular Nollywood special effects artist, James Akaie, has died following injuries sustained in an explosion at a movie location in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The tragic incident occurred during a filming…
Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has reacted to the defection of his son, Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, popularly known as Abba,…
Banks and other financial institutions in Nigeria will commence the deduction of a 7.5 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) on selected banking service charges, including mobile transfer and point-of-sale…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly persuaded United States President Donald Trump to suspend planned air strikes on Iran during a tense, last-minute phone call, as preparations for a potential…
Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring his support for…
The Lagos State Environmental Taskforce and Anti-Crime Squad have arrested a man accused of attacking and extorting a motorist whose vehicle broke down along the Oshodi–Iyana Ipaja Road. The state…
A Saudi Arabian man described as the country’s “oldest man,” Nasser bin Radan Al Rashid Al Wadaei, has reportedly died at the age of 142, according to local media reports.…
Former presidential candidate and media entrepreneur, Dele Momodu, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a new phase in his political engagement. Momodu announced his defection on Thursday…
Football’s world governing body, FIFA, has announced that it received more than 500 million ticket requests for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, underscoring massive global interest in the tournament despite…
Popular Nigerian comedian and reality television star, DeeOne, has called on the Federal Government to launch a comprehensive investigation into the financial activities of all Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) operating in…
Residents of Kano State are grappling with an unusually harsh harmattan that has blanketed the city in cold, dust and thick fog for several days, disrupting economic activities and worsening…
Elon Musk has said he is “not aware” of any sexualised images of minors being generated by Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot integrated into the social media platform X, amid…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on governments across the globe to significantly increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol, warning that their low cost and wide availability are…
Libyan security authorities have uncovered a mass grave containing the remains of 21 African migrants in Ajdabiya, eastern Libya, in what officials described as a grim case of human trafficking…
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has disclosed that professors in Nigeria’s public universities will now receive a monthly top-up allowance of more than N140,000, following a new agreement…
The Federal Government has reportedly engaged a United States-based lobbying and public affairs firm in a $9 million contract to communicate Nigeria’s security efforts and response to violence affecting Christian…
The United States Embassy in Abuja has officially reopened its American Center at the Embassy Chancery, unveiling a newly redesigned facility aimed at strengthening educational, cultural, and professional engagement with…
The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has disclosed that his role in driving Nigeria’s far-reaching tax reforms has exposed him to…
The United States on Tuesday, January 13, formally designated the Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations, citing their alleged involvement in violence and regional destabilization.…
The Federal Government has announced the commencement of operations at a high-purity gold refinery in Lagos and disclosed plans to commission a $600 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa State,…
The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) has declared that there will be no suspension of its ongoing indefinite nationwide strike, despite the Federal Government’s…
The family of renowned Nigerian gospel singer and evangelist, Olubunmi Akinnaanu Adeoye, popularly known as Bunmi Omije Oju Mi, has announced her death. The announcement, which was shared by close…
Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the Federal Government to immediately suspend the implementation of the newly introduced tax laws, warning…
United States President Donald Trump has publicly expressed support for anti-government protesters in Iran, assuring them that international assistance is forthcoming and warning that those responsible for violence against demonstrators…
Political tension is steadily building in Abia State ahead of the 2027 general elections, following moves by former governors and opposition figures to challenge the re-election bid of Governor Alex…
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has denied allegations linking her to the alleged theft of $40,000, describing the claims as false and politically motivated amid her ongoing marital dispute with Senator…