UK Court Sentences Nigerian Man to 17 Years for Rape of 19-Year-Old Woman
A UK-based Nigerian has been jailed for 17 years after being convicted of raping a 19-year-old woman. Authorities say the case was concluded at a Crown Court following a full…
Osun Senator Enters Re-election Race, Obtains APC Nomination Form
A serving senator from Osun State has formally declared his intention to seek re-election, securing the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination form ahead of the party’s primary elections. A senator…
Lagos Court Remands Woman Over Alleged Knife Attack on Teenage Daughter
A Magistrate Court in Lagos has ordered the remand of a woman accused of stabbing and physically assaulting her 15-year-old daughter during a domestic incident in the Ayobo-Ipaja area. Authorities…
U.S. Authorities Charge Three Nigerians in Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Scheme
Federal prosecutors in the United States have indicted three Nigerian nationals over their alleged involvement in a wire fraud and online scam network that reportedly defrauded victims of millions of…
Portable and Carter Efe Trade Heated Words Ahead of Celebrity Boxing Clash in Lagos “Chaos in the Ring”
Rival entertainers escalate tensions at face-off event as anticipation builds for May 1 boxing showdown Nigerian singer Portable and comedian Carter Efe have once again sparked attention after exchanging heated…
Tinubu Approves ₦2bn Aid for Plateau Attack Victims, Calls for Urgent End to Violence
President urges political, traditional, and community leaders to pursue lasting peace following deadly Jos attack President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved ₦2 billion in relief support for victims of the…
“No Uniform Gives Right to Kill”: IGP Orders Dismissal, Prosecution of Officers Over Delta Shooting
Police chief approves removal and criminal trial of ASP Nuhu Usman and others linked to killing of Mene Ogidi in Effurun The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved…
FG Declares May 1 Public Holiday for Workers’ Day Celebration Nationwide
Interior Ministry announces work-free day to honour Nigerian workers and mark International Labour Day The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Friday, May 1, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate…
Mother of Slain Delta Musician Alleges Losing Two Sons to Police Brutality in Separate Incidents
Claim emerges amid outrage over the killing of 28-year-old Oghenemine Ogidi and ongoing investigation into police conduct The mother of Oghenemine Ogidi, a 28-year-old musician reportedly killed by a police…
ADC Leadership Crisis Deepens as Party Leaders Convene Emergency Meeting After Court Blocks Congresses
Federal High Court ruling halting INEC recognition of caretaker-led congresses triggers urgent consultations within the African Democratic Congress Congress (ADC) have convened an emergency meeting following a Federal High Court…
Tinubu Elevates Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu to Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister Amid Diplomatic Reshuffle
Appointment follows resignation of former minister Yusuf Tuggar as Nigeria seeks to strengthen foreign policy direction President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Nigeria’s new Minister of Foreign…
West Africa Moves Closer to Unified Power Grid as Nigeria, Ghana Intensify Synchronisation Efforts
Regional operators advance coordination to integrate electricity networks across ECOWAS, targeting a fully synchronised grid by 2026 West African countries, including Nigeria and Ghana, are accelerating efforts to establish a…
Datti Baba-Ahmed Dumps Labour Party, Confirms Move to Peoples Redemption Party (PRP)
Former vice-presidential candidate cites internal crisis and ideological shift as reasons for exit ahead of evolving political realignments. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party’s vice-presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 election,…
Global AI Platform Expands Reach, Sets Sights on Nigerian Developer Ecosystem
Rising interest in Africa’s tech talent drives new opportunities as international AI platforms engage Nigeria’s fast-growing developer community. A leading global artificial intelligence platform is increasingly focusing on Nigerian developers,…
Police Secure Release of Five Kidnapped Polytechnic Students in Ogun State
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the rescue of five polytechnic students who were abducted in Ogun State, following a coordinated security operation. According to preliminary information, the students were…
Gunmen Attack Ekiti Church, Kill Pastor and Abduct Worshippers in Ilejemeje LGA
Violent assault on a church in Eda Oniyo Ekiti raises fresh security concerns in southwestern Nigeria. Gunmen have attacked a church in Eda Oniyo Ekiti, located in Ilejemeje Local Government…
Reps Seek 18-Month Extension on Dormant SIM Recycling
Lawmakers propose delay in reassignment of inactive phone numbers over security concerns. The House of Representatives is considering an 18-month delay in the reassignment of inactive mobile phone numbers. The…
Reps Approve $516m Loan for Sokoto–Badagry Highway
Lawmakers back foreign funding for major national infrastructure project. The House of Representatives has approved a $516 million foreign loan to fund the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway project. The project is aimed…
FCCPC Investigates Viral Bread Review After Legal Dispute
Consumer protection agency probes case involving social media review and ₦50m lawsuit. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched an investigation into a viral bread review case.…
EFCC Warns: 6 in 10 Nigerian Students Involved in Cybercrime
Anti-graft agency raises alarm over rising internet fraud among undergraduates in Nigerian universities. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised concern that about six out of every ten…
Seven Killed in Fresh Benue Herdsmen Attack
Violence in rural community adds to ongoing security concerns in Nigeria’s Middle Belt. Seven people have been killed in a fresh attack on a community in Benue State. The incident…
FG Demands Protection for Nigerians in South Africa
Government calls for safety assurances following reported killings of Nigerian nationals. The Federal Government of Nigeria has called on South African authorities to ensure the safety of Nigerian citizens. The…
Iran Says US No Longer Sets Global Policy Agenda
Tehran criticises Washington’s influence, signalling shifting geopolitical dynamics. Iran has stated that the United States is no longer in a position to dictate global policy directions. The remarks were made…
Boniface Returns to Bremen Squad After Injury
Nigerian forward resumes team activities following recovery from injury setback. Victor Boniface has returned to the squad of SV Werder Bremen after recovering from injury. The forward had been sidelined…
Army Plans Expanded Joint Operations in North-West
Military signals stronger collaboration with security agencies to combat rising banditry. The Nigerian Army has announced plans to strengthen joint security operations across the North-West region. Military authorities said the…
Lagos Urges Focus on Workplace Safety, Mental Health
Authorities call for improved standards to protect workers and promote wellbeing. The Lagos State Government has called for stronger action on workplace safety and mental health. Officials said improving working…
Otti Seeks Global Certification for Abia Hospitals
Governor moves to improve healthcare standards through international accreditation. Abia State Governor Alex Otti has initiated efforts to secure global certification for three hospitals in the state. The move is…
Police Foil Rail Vandalism, Reject ₦100m Bribe
Officers decline large cash offer during operation targeting infrastructure sabotage. Nigerian police officers have foiled a railway vandalism operation and rejected a ₦100 million bribe offered by suspects, according to…
Sowore Confronts Malami Over Past Prosecution
Omoyele Sowore has confronted former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami over past actions while in office. Sowore reportedly told Malami that he now understands what it means to be…
Kogi Confirms Abduction of 24 Pupils
The government of Kogi State has confirmed the abduction of 24 pupils from an orphanage home. The incident reportedly occurred when armed men invaded the facility. Security agencies have launched…
FG to Ban Unrated Textbooks from 2026
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to ban unrated textbooks in schools starting September 2026. The policy aims to standardise educational materials across the country. Authorities say only…
NELFUND Disburses ₦242.4bn to 1.38m Students
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund says it has disbursed ₦242.4 billion to 1.38 million students. The loan scheme is part of efforts to expand access to higher education funding in…
UK-Based Nigerian Found Dead at Workplace
Authorities in the United Kingdom are investigating the death of a Nigerian national found at a workplace. Emergency services reportedly responded to the scene after the individual was discovered unresponsive.…
FG, CAN Flag Off ₦25bn Airport Chapel Project
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have reportedly flagged off the construction of a ₦25 billion ecumenical chapel and pilgrimage centre at the Nnamdi…
Katsina Residents Repel Bandits in Gurbi
Residents of Gurbi community in Katsina State have reportedly mobilised to prevent armed bandits from entering their town. The incident occurred in Kankara Local Government Area. Community members gathered in…
Gunmen Kill 3, Kidnap 2 in Fresh Benue Attack
Gunmen have killed three people and abducted two others in a fresh attack in Benue State, according to local reports. The victims were said to be returning from a burial…
EFCC warns content creators over logo misuse
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a warning to content creators across digital platforms over the unauthorised use of its name and official logo. The agency said…
Apostle Michael Orokpo Sermon Sparks Reactions Online
The Nigerian cleric’s sermon on leadership and faith has sparked reactions online. Apostle Michael Orokpo has criticised corrupt political leaders in a recent sermon. He also called out Christians for…
Ex-Super Eagles Striker Michael Eneramo Dies at 40
The former Nigeria international reportedly slumped during a local football activity in Kaduna, with medical findings yet to be officially confirmed. Former Super Eagles forward Michael Eneramo has died after…
Lagos Approves 13% Fare Increase for BRT and Public Bus Services
The Lagos State Government has approved a 13 per cent increase in fares across all Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) schemes, including Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridors and standard bus routes.…
Fela honoured with Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has been posthumously honoured with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African musician to receive the prestigious recognition from the Recording Academy. The award…
Simi Celebrates Adekunle Gold on Birthday, Shares Heartwarming Video of Daughter Deja
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has celebrated her husband, Adekunle Gold, with a heartfelt birthday tribute. The award-winning artiste took to Instagram on Monday to mark the…
Ghana police arrest man for k!lling his neighbor, who stopped him from committing su!cide
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…
Tiwa Savage Opens Up on Love, Says Only One Past Relationship Truly Brought Happiness
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…
Nigeria launches Lagos gold refinery, moves to commission $600m lithium plant in Nasarawa
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,…
Petrol retailers undercut Dangote as fuel prices fall below N739 per litre
Competition in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector intensified on Sunday as several petrol retailers reduced pump prices below the N739 per litre benchmark set by the Dangote Refinery, deepening an ongoing…
Explosions Rock Kwara Community After US Airstrikes in Sokoto
Panic swept through Offa, a major town in Kwara State, on Thursday night after multiple explosions were reported in different parts of the community. The blasts caused widespread panic among…
Nigerian woman sentenced to 15 months for assaulting 9-year-old daughter in Ghana
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has secured the conviction of a Nigerian woman for inflicting harm on her nine-year-old daughter at Duase, near Kenyasi, in Ghana’s Ashanti Region. The woman,…
Trump orders US military strikes on terrorists in northern Nigeria on Christmas Day
United States President Donald Trump has announced that he ordered multiple US military strikes against Islamic State militants operating in northern Nigeria on Christmas Day, accusing the group of targeting…
FG Vows to Flush Terrorists Out of Forests, Declares Nationwide Security Push
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ending insecurity, declaring that terrorists and other criminal elements will no longer find refuge in Nigeria’s forests. The Minister of Information and…