Gunmen have abducted six students of Nasarawa State University in Gudi, Akwanga Local Government Area, sparking a large-scale rescue operation by security agencies. The Nasarawa […]
Month: May 2026
Crystal Palace coach speaks on ‘rift’ with Super Eagles midfielder Christantus Uche
The prolonged lack of opportunities appeared to reach a breaking point earlier this week when Uche spoke emotionally about his situation in an interview with […]
Funsho Doherty Dumps ADC, Joins NDC
A prominent opposition figure in Lagos State, Funso Doherty, has announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and his decision to join the […]
2Baba’s wife, Natasha, leaves PDP for NDC
She is seeking a second term as the representative of Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly. Music icon Innocent “2Baba” Idibia’s wife, […]
Police Confirm Zamfara IED Explosion, Six Killed, Others Injured
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) suspected to be planted by armed bandits along Bagega – Anka road, in Anka local government area of Zamfara state […]
Bello El-Rufai, three other lawmakers dump parties for ADC, NDC
Fresh defections rocked the House with the ADC and NDC emerging as key destinations for defecting members. The post Bello El-Rufai, three other lawmakers dump […]
IED Explosion Kills Six In Zamfara, Injure Others
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) suspected to be planted by armed bandits along Bagega – Anka road, in Anka local government area of Zamfara state […]
Dangote Refinery’s jet fuel exports hit 57 million barrels as airlines battle rising aviation costs
Analysts say Dangote Refinery’s rising jet fuel exports highlight Nigeria’s growing refining capacity, even as domestic airlines continue to grapple with high aviation fuel prices […]
Imumolen Defends Visit To Otti, Endorses Abia Governor For 2027
The National Chairman of the Accord Party, Chris Imumolen, has clarified that his recent visit to Alex Otti was solely to commend the governor’s performance, […]
FG Links 12.3 Million Nigerians’ NIN to National Social Register
The Federal Government has disclosed that more than 12.3 million Nigerians have now linked their National Identification Numbers (NIN) to the National Social Register (NSR) […]
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visits UAE, reviews bilateral ties and trilateral cooperation
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri paid an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on May 7, 2026, where he held meetings with senior leadership and […]
Abducted, Renamed, Married: How some Nigerian Christian Girls Vanish into Forced Nuptials
By Mike Odeh James and Ekani Olikita (Zaria) On the morning of March 9, 2026, 17-year-old Jinkai Yusuf Simon left her home in Kuregu, Zaria, Kaduna […]
Man arrested on suspicion of weapon possession after former Prince Andrew was threatened
3 min readLondonMay 7, 2026 11:33 PM IST A man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon after reports that the former […]
Tornadoes cut across Mississippi as severe storms damage 500 homes
3 min readMississippiMay 7, 2026 11:28 PM IST Powerful storms that spawned at least three tornadoes tore through several Mississippi counties, damaging around 500 homes, […]
Border official and ex-Hong Kong chief guilty of spying for China
Bill Yuen and Peter Wai were convicted of spying for China in the UK (Image: CPS) A Border Force official and a retired Hong Kong […]
FG Targets 50,000 Youths for Digital Jobs, Others
Federal Government has intensified efforts to empower young Nigerians through strategic partnerships, digital skills development, and inclusive programmes aimed at creating sustainable employment opportunities nationwide. […]
Kwara trains 50 Nigerians in beekeeping under livestock scheme
The Kwara State Government has trained 50 Nigerians in modern beekeeping as part of efforts to expand livestock entrepreneurship and create new income opportunities for […]
UK border official and former Hong Kong cop convicted of assisting Chinese spy agency in Britain
4 min readLondonMay 7, 2026 11:24 PM IST A UK border official and former Hong Kong police officer were convicted Thursday of spying for China […]
Russia urges targeting of British Embassy in Kyiv in horror warning
Russian state TV issued a dramatic warning. (Image: Getty) Russian state TV has called for the British Embassy in Kyiv to be targeted as Vladimir […]
NECO@25: FG committed to maintaining affordable national examinations – Shettima
By Funmilayo Adeyemi Vice-President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to maintaining affordable national examinations while strengthening integrity, innovation and global competitiveness in […]