National Vice Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Babachir Lawal, has said former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was never fully committed to the party. […]
Year: 2026
Coroner, Lagos AG Differ On Stalled Adichie Inquest
The Coroner Court Sitting at the J.I.C. Taylor Courthouse, Lagos island on Tuesday suspended hearing in the inquest into the death of 21-month-old, Master Nkanu […]
JUST IN: Seyi Makinde Emerges Chairman of PDP Governors Forum
Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo State, has emerged as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum. NaijaOnPoint reports that the development […]
Ex-NYSC DG Urges Sustained Reforms As Scheme Nears 53rd Anniversary
A former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Maharazu Ismaila Tsiga, has called on the current leadership to sustain the scheme’s achievements in promoting […]
I Will Seize Any House Used as Secretariat by Turaki-Led Faction – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will seal off any house that is used as a secretariat by […]
Iran war may have fueled suspect’s White House gala attack attempt, US intelligence report finds
The US Department of Homeland Security identified the US-Israeli war with Iran as a potential motive for the man accused of attempting to assassinate President […]
Nigeria won’t return to subsidy, price controls — Finance minister
The finance minister says Nigeria will sustain market-driven reforms and avoid policies that distort the economy following engagements with global investors. The Minister of Finance […]
'I'm a doctor and here's why the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak is so scary'
The cruise ship MV Hondius is currently off the port of Praia, the capital of Cape Verde (Image: Getty) As passengers aboard a cruise ship […]
Horror hantavirus cruise update as deadly disease reaches mainland Europe
The deadly cruise ship rat virus has reached Europe, with a hantavirus patient who was a passenger on the MV Hondius is being treated in […]
Alleged coup: ‘N10m paid to me was for prayers’ – Suspect
An Islamic cleric, Sheikh Bukar Kashim Goni, who is standing trial over an alleged plot to overthrow the administration of Bola Tinubu, has told the […]
British Council launches Film Lab Africa 2 to boost Nigerian film, TV storytelling talent
Speaking on the initiative, Donna McGowan, Country Director of the British Council in Nigeria, said the programme reflects a long-term commitment to creative collaboration between […]
Brit and two other hantavirus patients evacuated from cruise ship by crew in hazmat suits
Three people with suspected hantavirus, including a British crew member, have been medically evacuated from the cruise ship linked to an outbreak of the virus, […]
For many Americans, Trump's immigration crackdown is personal, new AP-NORC poll shows
Most US adults say the United States is no longer a great place for immigrants, according to a new AP-NORC poll, as about one-third of […]
ADC group endorses Hayatu-Deen for 2027 presidential ticket
By Nefishetu Yakubu The ADC Vanguard Support Group (ADC VSG) has endorsed Mohammed Hayatu-Deen’s candidacy for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential nomination ahead of […]
ADC Adjusts Primary Timetable, Reduces Nomination Fees
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has adjusted its 2026 primary election timetable and reduced the fees for nomination forms for aspirants. On Sunday, the party said the […]
Police arrest suspected cultist with pistol, military wears
By Yahaya Isah The Police Command in Niger has arrested a suspected cultist with a pistol and military wears, in Bida, Niger. A statement by […]
No Return of Subsidies, No Price Controls, Oyedele Insists
Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has reaffirmed that the federal government will not reintroduce subsidies or price controls, insisting […]
FDA clears mango and blueberry e-cigarettes for adult smokers in US
The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday announced its first authorisation of fruit-flavoured electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift that comes […]
Court sentences man to life imprisonment for raping 13-year-old girl
The convicted man, 27, dragged the minor into an uncompleted building where he, with an accomplice, raped her. A Family Court in Calabar, Cross River […]
“Taking Marital Issues Online Is A Deal-Breaker”- Nasboi Talks Marriage Boundaries
Nigerian singer and content creator Nasboi emphasizes a non-negotiable boundary in marriage. He insists that private marital issues should be resolved privately, not aired on […]