Police Uncover Illegal Baby Factory in Ekiti, Arrest Five Suspects
The Ekiti State Police Command has uncovered an illegal baby factory in Ikere Local Government Area of the state, leading to the arrest of five suspects. The Commissioner of Police…
LASUTH ambulance driver Aliye Saka was found dead in a hospital toilet, leaving staff in shock.
A staff member of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), identified as Aliye Saka and popularly known as Baba Niye, has reportedly died while using a toilet within the…
Iran Supreme Leader Moves to High-Security underground Bunker Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has reportedly been relocated to a high-security underground bunker amid escalating fears of a possible US military strike. The move comes as protests continue…
Makoko Demolition Leaves Thousands Homeless as Families Take Shelter in Canoes
Makoko, the historic waterfront fishing settlement in Lagos, has been plunged into a deep humanitarian crisis following an ongoing demolition exercise by the Lagos State Government that has left thousands…
Police Intercept Truck Carrying Suspected Explosives in Oyo, Arrest Driver
The Oyo State Police Command has intercepted a truck conveying materials suspected to be explosive devices during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation in Saki, Oyo State. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade…
France plans to ban social media use for children under 15 as Macron pushes stricter online safety laws.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to fast-track legislation that would ban children under the age of 15 from using social media, with the government aiming to enforce the…
Iran warns of retaliation after Trump orders US naval armada to region
Iran has issued a stark warning to the United States following President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy a large US naval force toward the Middle East, escalating tensions already heightened…
TUC, NLC issue 14-day ultimatum to FG over health workers’ salaries
The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government over the continued non-implementation of the Consolidated Health…
Tinubu approves commercial oil drilling in Ogun State
Ogun State is set to join Nigeria’s league of oil-producing states following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval for the commencement of commercial oil drilling activities in the state. Governor Dapo…
Trump orders deployment of large US naval force toward Iran amid rising tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of a large concentration of American warships toward Iran, signaling a sharp escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran, even as he…
All victims of the Indonesian plane crash have been recovered seven days after the aircraft went missing
All victims aboard the Indonesian aircraft that crashed in South Sulawesi have been recovered, seven days after the plane went missing, search and rescue officials confirmed on Friday. An official…
Russia to Join First Trilateral Peace Talks With Ukraine and US in Abu Dhabi
Russia is set to participate in trilateral peace talks with the United States and Ukraine for the first time, with negotiations scheduled to take place on Friday in Abu Dhabi,…
Tinubu Deploys Four Ambassador-Designates to Key Foreign Missions
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the deployment of four ambassador-designates to strategic foreign postings, marking the first set of assignments from the 68 nominees confirmed by the Senate in…
China Reaffirms Commitment to UN System After Invitation to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
China has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations–led international order following confirmation that it received an invitation to join US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace.” Speaking on…
World Bank Approves $12m Performance-Based Funding for Nigerian States Hosting IDPs
The World Bank has approved up to $12 million in performance-based financing for Nigerian states hosting internally displaced persons (IDPs), as part of a broader $300 million concessional credit aimed…
Trump Faces International Pushback After Claiming His ‘Board of Peace’ Could Replace UN
US President Donald Trump’s suggestion that his newly created “Board of Peace” could potentially replace the United Nations has triggered unease among diplomats and international officials, amid fears that the…
Trump warns Iran of severe consequences over alleged assassination threats
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…
Denmark Warns Trump: Any U.S. Military Move on Greenland Would Mean War
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…
‘You’re Wasting Nigerians’ Time’ — Tunji-Ojo Confronts Passport Office Officials
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…
Sanwo-Olu Enacts ₦4.4 Trillion Lagos Budget for 2026
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.…
Trump Says Losing Nobel Peace Prize Frees Him From ‘Thinking Only of Peace’ in Message to Norway’s PM
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…
DSS Takes Malami Into Custody Moments After Bail Release From Kuje Prison
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…
Malami’s Son Rearrested at Kuje Prison Shortly After Bail Release
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…
Nigerian Monarch Prof. Ekelekamchukwu Alphonsus Ngwadom Jailed in US Medicaid Fraud Case, Ordered to Pay Over $70,000 in Restitution
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…
Burial of Gospel Singer Omije Ojumi Postponed Amid Reported Family Dispute
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…
Former Nickelodeon Child Star Kianna Underwood Dies in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run
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…
Plane with 11 people onboard unexpected went missing after loosing contact with air traffic control
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…
Netanyahu Reportedly Urged Trump to Halt Planned Air Strikes on Iran in Last-Minute Call
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…
Lagos Taskforce and anti crime squad arrests suspect over attack on stranded motorist
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…
Saudi Arabia’s ‘oldest man’ reportedly dies at the age of 142
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.…
DeeOne urges FG to probe NGOs over alleged misuse of funds, links to terrorism
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…
Expert advises residents as severe harmattan grips Kano, disrupts livelihoods and threatens health
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…
Musk denies awareness of underage sexual images generated by Grok amid mounting scrutiny
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…
WHO urges governments to raise taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol to curb preventable deaths
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…
FG approves N140,000 monthly top-up for professors under new ASUU agreement – Tunji Alausa
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…
FG reportedly hires US lobbyist in $9m deal to push Christian protection narrative to American policymakers.
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…
US Embassy reopens redesigned American Center in Abuja
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…
Tax reform law exposes me to threats, says Taiwo Oyedele
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…
US designates Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist groups
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.…
No going back as health workers vow to sustain nationwide strike despite ‘no work, no pay’ threat
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…
Family Announces Death of Gospel Singer Bunmi Akinnaanu Adeoye, Popularly Known for Omije Oju Mi
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…
Peter Obi urges FG to suspend new tax laws, cites flaws and lack of public trust
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…
“Help is coming” — Trump backs Iranian protesters, cancels talks with Tehran
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…
Wife of Ogun’s first civilian governor, Lucia Onabanjo, dies at 100
Madam Lucia Onabanjo, wife of the first civilian governor of Ogun State, Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, has passed away at the age of 100. The family announced her death in a…
Portable remanded in prison after court arraignment over alleged assault, car theft
Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been arraigned before the Federal High Court sitting in Ota, Ogun State, over multiple criminal allegations, including assault and theft.…
US delivers military supplies to Nigeria to boost security operations
The United States has delivered a consignment of military supplies to Nigerian security agencies as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security operations across the country. The delivery was confirmed…
US urges citizens to leave Iran immediately as unrest deepens and Trump weighs military options
The United States has issued an urgent warning to its citizens in Iran, advising them to leave the country immediately as nationwide protests intensify and tensions with Washington continue to…
Iran says it is ready for war but keeps door open to US negotiations amid protest unrest
Iran has said it remains open to diplomatic engagement with the United States but is fully prepared for war if circumstances demand, as tensions escalate amid widespread anti-government protests and…
Ned Nwoko allegedly behind arrest of Regina Daniels’ close friend over theft claims
Nigerian billionaire businessman and senator, Ned Nwoko, is reportedly linked to the arrest of Ann, a close friend of his estranged wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, over allegations of theft…
95 princes, princesses seek Awujale stool as Fusengbuwa ruling house begins nomination process
No fewer than 95 princes and princesses from the Fusengbuwa Ruling House have formally expressed interest in ascending the revered stool of the Awujale of Ijebuland, marking a significant development…