By Emmanuel Wukat The Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Taraba, says 98,000 persons are displaced and 217 churches destroyed by lingering attacks in the state. The […]
Year: 2026
ANALYSIS: The optics, interests and limits of China’s tariff offer to Africa
Without a collective approach from African states, China’s tariff-free market access will not be the silver bullet many expect. China’s decision to extend tariff-free access […]
UNIBEN Distances Self from Viral Shooting Incident at Campus Gate
The University of Benin (UNIBEN ) has distanced itself from a viral shooting incident reported outside the Ugbowo Campus of the institution, clarifying that the […]
Rema to perform at Mawazine Festival in Morocco
By Kelu Musa Nigerian music sensation, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has been named among international stars to perform at the 2026 edition of […]
“Goodluck Jonathan still a PDP member” – Turaki-led faction warns
The Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said that former president Goodluck Jonathan is still a member of the party. […]
2027 : APC Finally Clears Kente For Taraba Guber Race
The screening committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cleared Chief David Sabo Kente as an eligible candidate for the gubernatorial primaries of the […]
IPI reinforces mandate on press freedom protection
By Daniel Obaje Mr Musikilu Mojeed, the President of the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria, has reaffirmed the institute’s mandate to protect press freedom in […]
Police restrict tricycle movement over ‘one chance’ syndicates in Rivers
“One chance” is slang for crime syndicates who pose as commercial vehicle or tricycle operators to lure and rob unsuspecting passengers. The Police Command in […]
11 die as vehicle plunges off Ogun bridge
No fewer than 11 persons have died in a lone accident on Eruku Bridge along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway in Ogun State. According to the Federal […]
India reaches out to countries to secure oil supplies amid West Asia tensions
India is engaging with multiple countries to ensure uninterrupted energy supplies amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said […]
ASUU Alleges Distortion in Execution of 2025 Agreement with Federal Government
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has alleged distortions in the implementation of the 2025 FGN–ASUU Agreement unveiled on January 14, 2026, urging President […]
Amosun Mourns Yewa Chief Imam Babalola, Says Ogun Has Lost A Unifier
Former Governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun, has expressed grief over the death of the Chief Imam of Yewaland, Sikirullah Babalola, describing the late Islamic […]
How Jili Games bring more fun and variety to GameZone
Discover how Jili games bring variety to GameZone with exciting slots, fun gameplay, unique themes, and endless entertainment for every player online. Discover how Jili […]
China, US arrest 5 in joint drug smuggling investigation: Report
2 min readBeijingMay 11, 2026 05:20 PM IST Chinese and US anti-narcotics authorities arrested five suspects and seized a batch of drugs in a joint […]
FULL LIST: APC Disqualifies 56, Clears 33 for Rivers Assembly
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Screening Committee has concluded the screening of 98 aspirants ahead of the party’s primary election for the 2027 Rivers State […]
Tinubu arrives in Kenya for Africa Forward Summit
President Tinubu’s participation in the summit underscores Nigeria’s enduring commitment to advancing African unity. President Bola Tinubu arrived at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, […]
Iran hangs 'US spy' after torturing him for nine months as Trump peace talks falter
The American had been held in Iranian captivity.
Major hantavirus update as cruise ship passenger tests positive – 'deteriorated condition'
A French woman and an American national evacuated from the MV Hondius cruise ship which is at the centre of a deadly hantavirus outbreak have […]
2027: NNPP extends deadline for purchase of nomination forms
The NNPP provided a reason for the deadline extension in a statement on Monday. The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has extended the time for […]
Why JAMB Exempts Education, Agriculture Candidates From UTME – Oloyede
The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has explained that the decision to exempt candidates seeking admission into Education and […]