The Defence Headquarters has announced that at least 175 ISIS militants have been killed in ongoing joint counterterrorism operations being carried out by Nigerian forces […]
Month: May 2026
UK pushes ‘bold new approach’ to aid as Cooper warns of global food crisis over Iran war
The world is at risk of “sleepwalking” into a food crisis, Yvette Cooper has warned, with Iran’s three-month closure of the Strait of Hormuz continuing […]
BOOK REVIEW: Inside Yakubu Gowon’s “My Life of Duty and Allegiance”, By Mathew Hassan Kukah
“I believe General Gowon will feel some relief and many readers will find new insights into his struggles. Men and women of faith should learn […]
FCT Unveils N41.2bn HIV/AIDS Strategic Funding Plan
Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has launched a N41.2 billion FCT HIV and AIDS Strategic Plan (FSP) 2025–2027 aimed at […]
Wizkid sets record as first African artiste to reach 11 billion Spotify streams
The milestone came days after the release of Wizkid’s collaboration with DJ Tunez. Nigerian Afrobeats singer Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has set a […]
BREAKING: Makinde-backed PDP adopts Jonathan as sole presidential candidate
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) backed by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced former President Goodluck Jonathan as the party’s sole […]
Trump takes hammer and power-saw to press gaggle with unprecedented ballroom event as price-tag balloons
With fuel prices continuing to rise and no end in sight to the nearly three-month-old conflict with Iran, President Donald Trump spent nearly an hour […]
NDC screens, clears Peter Obi as sole presidential aspirant
The National Screening Committee of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has cleared Peter Obi as the party’s sole presidential aspirant ahead of its forthcoming primaries. […]
“Tinubu is pampering me” — Cubana Chief Priest opens up on political support, governorship ambition
Popular Nigerian socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, has stirred reactions online after revealing the level of support and attention […]
Iran-US War News LIVE Updates: US Senate advances resolution to block Trump’s further strikes on Iran
US President Donald Trump as he addresses the attendees from the Blue Room Balcony of the White House during the annual Congressional Picnic on the […]
Iowa man wants Nintendo to pay him $341K after they denied him ‘Pokémon Professor’ status
An Iowa man is suing Nintendo for $341,000 after he was allegedly denied “Pokémon Professor” status because of his background check results. Kyle Owens, 34, […]
Skoda unveils Epiq as its smallest and most affordable EV with 440km range | In pics
1 / 8 Skoda’s Smallest EV: Skoda has unveiled the Epiq, its smallest and most affordable electric SUV globally, as part of the company’s wider […]
Arsenal win first English Premier League title in 22 years
Arsenal have clinched their first English Premier League title in 22 years following Manchester City’s draw against Bournemouth. Mikel Arteta’s side are now an unassailable […]
ALGON Donates 30 Patrol Vehicles to Security Agencies in Osun
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo No fewer than 30 operational vehicles have been distributed to the police and other sister security agencies in Osun State as […]
My Silence is Not Fear, Gov Yusuf Tells Kwankwaso
According to a report by the Nigerian Tribune on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Abba Kabir Yusuf has warned his former political ally, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, […]
Foundation Launches in Lagos to Boost Asthma Awareness, Access to Treatment
Sunday Ehigiator The Ojumitunrayo Onaara Olufade Foundation has been launched in Lagos to deepen awareness about asthma and improve access to treatment for people living […]
They’ve Told Us Point Blank That No Family Member Will See Him Again —El-Rufai’s Wife Raises Concern
Family members and associates of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, have expressed concerns over his health and treatment in custody, alleging that security agencies […]
Teen suspect in Austin weekend shooting spree pictured as cops reveal timeline of 12 attacks
The investigation into the shooting spree allegedly unleashed by three teenagers across Austin, Texas, over the weekend has uncovered fresh details about the timeline of […]
Obi: When We Say Obidient Movement Was Hijacked and Stolen, It’s Not A False Allegation—Piper Reveals
An ally of former Labour Party National Chairman Julius Abure, Pita Michael Piper, has accused Peter Obi of taking over the Obidient Movement, insisting that […]
EFCC Arrests Convicted Former Power Minister, Mamman Saleh
Alex Enumah in Abuja Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Minister of Power, Mamman Saleh, who was recently sentenced to 75 years’ […]