Abuja, Nigeria — Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has named ex-President Goodluck Jonathan as the Peoples Democratic Party’s strongest candidate for the 2027 presidential election, urging party leaders to actively court his return. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, Lamido said, “Jonathan is PDP’s best bet. Anybody put forth by the PDP,…
Lagos, Nigeria — The General Superintendent of Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has dismissed what he termed “subtle agitations” over who will succeed him, insisting that neither church members nor outside voices can pressure him to step aside. Speaking during a Bible study programme streamed online, Kumuyi directly addressed the matter, according to…
Barcelona, Spain — UEFA has fined Barcelona forwards Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski €5,000 each for breaching post-match anti-doping procedures following their Champions League semi-final defeat to Inter Milan. The European football body’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body announced on Friday that both players failed to report immediately to the doping control station at the…
Manchester, England — Manchester United have officially secured the signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig in an €85 million deal, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano confirmed on Saturday that all documents have been signed and contracts approved following the player’s medical earlier in the day. Šeško put pen to paper…
London, UK — A public statement by UK opposition leader Kemi Badenoch distancing herself from Nigeria has sparked criticism from Nigerian-born Dutch entrepreneur Dr. Wiebe Boer, who described the move as “deeply problematic” and damaging to conversations about heritage and representation. Boer, who was born and raised in Nigeria but holds Dutch citizenship, voiced his…
Osogbo, Osun State— Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has vowed to tackle all identified deficiencies within the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove in preparation for the 2026 festival. Delivering a speech at the grand finale of this year’s festival on Friday, Governor Adeleke, represented by his deputy Kola Adewusi, committed to carrying out renovations to enhance…
Abuja, Nigeria— The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has issued a flood alert for 198 Local Government Areas (LGAs) across 31 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), warning of high to very high flood risks between August 7 and 21, 2025. NIHSA’s Director General, Umar Ibrahim, attributed the warning to persistent rainfall and rising…
Katsina State, Nigeria— Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has disclosed that malnutrition has claimed the lives of at least 652 children in Katsina State between January and June 2025, amid growing concerns over alarming malnutrition rates among children in the region. The humanitarian organization also reported that during the same period, more than 10,000 children were…
Lagos, Nigeria— Excitement and surprise have erupted on social media following a steamy moment between Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemates Koyin and Sultana. The 21-year-old Koyin and the over-30-year-old Sultana shared what started as a seemingly innocent goodnight hug that quickly intensified into several rounds of deep, passionate kisses, sparking widespread reactions online. Fans…
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State— In a proactive move to bolster disaster preparedness at the grassroots level, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) recently led a comprehensive flood simulation exercise in Dukku, a riverine settlement near Birnin Kebbi identified as highly vulnerable to flooding this 2025 season. The exercise, carried out in partnership with the Kebbi…
Brighton and Hove Albion, England— Brighton and Hove Albion have warmly congratulated their newly signed goalkeeper and Nigeria’s first-choice Super Falcons keeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, following her nomination for the prestigious 2025 Ballon d’Or Yachine Trophy, awarded to the world’s best female goalkeeper. Nnadozie, aged 24, was named among five shortlisted goalkeepers, including Ann-Katrin Berger (Gotham…
Istanbul, Turkey— Besiktas have officially confirmed the signing of Nigerian international midfielder Wilfred Ndidi on a permanent transfer from Leicester City, as reported by Completesports.com and confirmed by multiple sources. Ndidi, 28, joined the Turkish Super Lig giants from the Sky Bet Championship side after undergoing a successful medical in Istanbul. He has penned a…
Kano, Nigeria — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated ₦110 million to support the families of 22 athletes from Kano State who tragically lost their lives in a road accident earlier this year. The donation, made under the Victim Support Fund initiative, was announced on Thursday by Sanusi Dawakin Tofa, spokesperson to Governor…
Lagos, Nigeria — Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Dede, has sparked reactions online after humorously distancing herself from her previous in-house love interest, Kola. The moment unfolded during a casual conversation with fellow housemate Mide, who teased Dede about her evolving romantic preferences in the house. Mide asked if she had completely moved on…
Lagos, Nigeria — A dramatic altercation erupted in the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 10 following a confrontation between housemates Zita and Mide over a kitchen disagreement. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, began as a verbal disagreement regarding food—specifically carrots—before rapidly intensifying into a physical encounter that shocked both housemates and viewers alike. Despite…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced plans to blacklist renowned Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (popularly known as K1 De Ultimate), for a period of six months following his recent altercation with officials of ValueJet airline at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. The development was disclosed on Thursday by…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has strongly condemned the reported detention of Omoyele Sowore, journalist and presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), urging the Nigerian Police to release him without delay. In a statement issued Thursday, the rights group described Sowore’s continued detention and prosecution as a clear…
Miami, USA — Excitement is building in the entertainment world as Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, and his wife, Chioma Rowland, arrived in Miami, Florida, ahead of their much-anticipated white wedding ceremony. The couple’s arrival was confirmed on Wednesday through a video posted to Davido’s Instagram story, showing them boarding a private…
Abuja, Nigeria — The European Union has announced fresh humanitarian support for victims of ongoing violence in Benue and Plateau States, committing an additional €250,000 (approximately ₦450 million) to assist thousands of internally displaced persons across both regions. The new funding, revealed in a statement on Thursday, will be channeled through the Nigerian Red Cross…
Paris, France — The race for football’s most prestigious individual honour intensified on Thursday as France Football unveiled the official 30-man shortlist for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, spotlighting elite players who have delivered extraordinary performances across club and international competitions over the past season. Among the frontrunners are England’s Jude Bellingham, France’s Kylian Mbappé, and…
Washington, D.C., USA — Sean “Diddy” Combs, the embattled American music mogul, is seeking a presidential pardon from Donald Trump ahead of his upcoming sentencing in October. This was disclosed by Nicole Westmoreland, a member of Combs’ legal team, during an interview with CNN on Tuesday. According to her, preliminary discussions regarding the pardon request…
Auchi, Edo State — The Edo State Police Command has commenced a full-scale investigation into the tragic death of a young man during a suspected cult initiation ritual. This was confirmed in a statement issued in Auchi today by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Joel, following the arrest of one of the suspects,…
Lagos, Nigeria — Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Dede, has opened up about her battle with social anxiety, offering insight into her reserved behavior in the house. The revelation came during a conversation with fellow housemate Koyin, where Dede candidly admitted to struggling with social interactions. In the conversation, Dede asked, “Do you have…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has launched an investigation into an incident involving popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as K1 De Ultimate, over an alleged violation of aviation security protocols at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, FAAN…
Abuja, Nigeria— Ahead of the 2027 general elections, All Progressives Congress (APC) Governors have reaffirmed their confidence, declaring that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other opposition parties stand no chance against the APC. Senator Hope Uzodinma, Chairman of the APC Governors Forum, made this declaration during a visit to the party’s national secretariat in…
Liverpool, England— Liverpool star Florian Wirtz has expressed strong optimism about teammate Hugo Ekitike’s ability to make a goal-scoring impact in the Premier League. Wirtz, who himself cost a club-record £116 million this summer, praised Ekitike—the Reds’ second most expensive signing at an initial £69 million—as a “really good player” and said he enjoyed watching…
Pretoria, South Africa — The South African government has reiterated its call for international recognition of a Palestinian state and stronger pressure on Israel to end what it calls “genocidal activities” in Gaza. The appeal was made by South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, during an interview with AFP on Tuesday,…
Osogbo, Nigeria — The Western Nigeria Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun Corps, has announced the deployment of 500 operatives to ensure maximum security during the 2025 Osun-Osogbo Festival. The announcement was made on Tuesday in a statement by the Corps’ Public Relations Officer, Mr. Yusuf Abass, highlighting the agency’s commitment to protecting…
Lagos, Nigeria — The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has cautioned the public against widespread false claims suggesting that the results of certain schools were cancelled or that candidates’ scripts were being recalled. The warning came from Moyosola Adesina, WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), where…
Lagos, Nigeria — Controversial Nigerian artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has expressed interest in joining the ongoing Big Brother Naija reality show, while criticising the current line-up of housemates for lacking style and star appeal. In a video posted on his Instagram story on Monday, Portable lamented his exclusion from the show, insisting…
Uyo, Akwa Ibom — The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested five suspected ritualists and cultists following a major operation at a shrine in Abak Local Government Area. This was revealed on Tuesday at the State Command Headquarters in Uyo by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, during a press briefing….
