Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has explained that his repeated defections across political parties were driven by a desire to unite […]
Month: May 2026
NDC Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket To South, 2031 To North
The Nigeria Democratic Congress has zoned its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election to the southern region, as part of efforts to promote equity […]
Queen Atang Shines With Bread-Themed Outfit At AMVCA 2026
Reality television star Queen Atang became one of the standout personalities on the red carpet at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice […]
Ex Minister Linked to NPower Wanted by EFCC Over Alleged Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over alleged […]
FG Threatens To Cancel Delayed World Bank Loans After Six Months
The Federal Government has warned that it may cancel loan agreements with the World Bank if approval and disbursement processes exceed six months. The Accountant-General […]
Kebbi Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Elder Brother, Wife
The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Idrisu Musa, over the alleged murder of his elder brother, Muhammed Haruna, and the latter’s […]
FULL LIST: Winners of 2026 AMVCA
The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) came to a close on Saturday night in Lagos, with actors, filmmakers and digital […]
Obasanjo Prescribes Sleep, Exercise, Diet For Long Life At 80
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Saturday outlined key lifestyle principles he said could help octogenarians live beyond 90 years, urging discipline in rest, diet, and […]
Troops Repel ISWAP Attack On Yobe Base, Kill Over 50 Insurgents
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, have foiled a coordinated attack by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province […]
Nigeria may halt engagement with World Bank over loan delays – Accountant General
Nigeria’s Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr. Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, has cautioned that the Federal Government might suspend its engagement with World Bank loan facilities if ongoing […]
WHO reassures Tenerife as hantavirus cruise ship MV Hondius heads to Canary Islands
The head of the World Health Organisation has issued a message to reassure residents of the Spanish island where passengers from a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship […]
Red Cross Seeks Stronger Partnerships, Logistics As Ogun Branch Marks 2026 World Red Cross Day
The Chairman of the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Ogun State Branch, Dr Jide Ibrahim Bello, has called for increased support from governments, corporate bodies and […]
2027: Group Backs Adeyanju For Ondo North Senate Seat
The Imole Progressive Network has thrown its weight behind the senatorial ambition of Chief (Engr.) Michael Abayomi Adeyanju, popularly known as Imole, urging residents of […]
Multiple Plateau State Communities Under Siege Saturday by Fulani Ethnic Militia
Critics of U.S.-Nigeria Policy Call for Revision of Counter-terrorism Doctrine By Masara Kim and Lawrence Zongo (Jos, BREAKING)–Multiple Christian communities roughly 30 miles south of […]
2027: Ebonyi PWDs backs Nwifuru’s second-term bid
By Chidi Nweke The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) in Ebonyi has declared support for Gov. Francis Nwifuru’s second-term bid, ahead of […]
Uzor Arukwe Clinches Best Lead Actor Award At AMVCA 2026
Actor Uzor Arukwe emerged winner of the Best Lead Actor category at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) for his […]
Linda Ejiofor Beats Funke Akindele To Win Best Supporting Actress At AMVCA 2026
Actress Linda Ejiofor emerged winner of the Best Supporting Actress category at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), beating several […]
Katsina Disburses ₦328m Allowances to 650 Medical Students
The Katsina State Government has disbursed over ₦328 million to support 650 medical students studying in 33 accredited universities under Phase I of the 2026 […]
French film director caught coaching migrants to 'call 999' from sea – 'UK will rescue'
The video showed the filmmaker advising migrants prior to their journey (Image: Danny Tommo/YouTube) A French activist has provoked outrage after video footage appeared to […]
Hajj: 343 Lagos intending pilgrims land in Madinah
By Kadiri Abdulrahman Lagos State Pilgrims Welfare Board says no fewer than 343 intending pilgrims have landed at the King AbdulAzeez International Airport, Madinah, Saudi […]