Akure, Ondo State — The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Ondo Sector Command has issued a stern warning to motorcyclists: riding on highways without crash helmets will lead to arrest, impoundment, and prosecution. Speaking to the News Agency of Nigeria, State Sector Commander Dr. Samuel Ibitoye emphasized that failure to wear helmets drastically increases the…
Paris, France— Morocco and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star defender Achraf Hakimi has declared his belief that he deserves to win the prestigious 2025 Ballon d’Or award following an outstanding season. Hakimi played a pivotal role in PSG securing a remarkable treble—winning Ligue 1, the French Cup, and the UEFA Champions League—while also helping the club…
Lagos, Nigeria— Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has openly discussed her decision to freeze her eggs, explaining that she did so as insurance in case she chooses to have more children in the future. In a candid interview with British TV personality Zeze Mills, the 42-year-old singer expressed regret that she did not take this…
Southampton, England— Joe Aribo, the Nigerian international midfielder, is expected to depart Southampton this summer following the club’s relegation from the Premier League last season. At 29 years old, Aribo is currently assessing his future at St Mary’s Stadium as he was notably absent from the matchday squad in Southampton’s 2-1 win over Wrexham and…
Abuja, Nigeria— The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a stern warning to the Federal and State Governments to urgently address its long-standing grievances, or face an imminent industrial action across Nigeria’s public universities. In a statement signed by ASUU President Professor Christopher Piwuna, the union expressed deep frustration over persistent issues including…
England and Germany— Brighton & Hove Albion, Nottingham Forest, and Leeds United are among several Premier League clubs interested in signing Nigerian international winger Nathan Tella from Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen. According to reports, scouts from these clubs, along with Brentford and Burnley, were present at a pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Bayer Leverkusen at…
Abuja, Nigeria— The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called on the Federal Government to urgently address unresolved challenges in Nigeria’s university system to avert another industrial crisis. The appeal was made in a statement issued on Saturday by ASUU President, Professor Christopher Piwuna, in reaction to recent remarks by the Minister of Education,…
Yola, Nigeria — The Adamawa State Government has begun distributing relief materials to 4,000 households affected by recent floods across the state. The initiative, flagged off on Saturday by the Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, saw items donated by the state government, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the North East Development Commission (NEDC), and the National Emergency…
Lagos, Nigeria— Celebrity barman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has explained that long-standing U.S. visa issues prevented him from attending singer Davido’s white wedding in Miami, Florida. In an Instagram post on Saturday, Chief Priest expressed mixed emotions—joy for his friend’s union but disappointment over his absence. He revealed that persistent errors…
Lagos, Nigeria — Relationship commentator Stephanie Shaakaa has warned that some mothers are unintentionally damaging their sons’ marriages by forming deep emotional bonds that should belong to their sons’ wives. Speaking in a candid essay, Shaakaa described the pattern as “emotional incest,” a subtle dynamic where a woman, feeling neglected by her husband, begins to…
Lagos, Nigeria — In a landmark move to redefine its corporate identity and market positioning, 9mobile has officially rebranded to “T2,” signalling the start of a new era for the telecommunications giant. The announcement was made on Friday during a high-profile relaunch event in Lagos, attended by Obafemi Banigbe, Chief Executive Officer of T2; Dr….
Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) says only the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Inspector General of Police (IGP) can determine the fate of Fuji star Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, following petitions over his recent clash with ValueJet Airline officials at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International…
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…
