Owerri, Nigeria — The Imo State Police Command has dismantled a notorious cult group linked to multiple cases of armed robbery, phone theft, and illegal phone tracking in Eziobodo, Owerri West LGA. This was disclosed in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, on Saturday in Owerri. According to Okoye, the group…
Miami, USA— Yassine Cheuko, Lionel Messi’s personal bodyguard, has been suspended for the remainder of the 2025 Leagues Cup following an incident during Inter Miami’s match against Atlas, according to reports from Daily Mail, ESPN, and other outlets. The disciplinary committee confirmed that Cheuko entered restricted areas without proper credentials after the July 30 game…
Enugu, Nigeria— The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI), in partnership with Adeal Multi-Concepts International Ltd, has launched a collaborative initiative aimed at job creation through grassroots innovation and technology-driven enterprise development. The initiative featured a three-day training programme in Enugu themed: “Modern Methods of Local Food/Agro Processing and Preservation for Job Creation.” The programme…
Moscow, Russia — Tensions escalated as Ukrainian drone strikes killed three individuals and injured two others in separate attacks across western Russia overnight. The incidents were confirmed on Saturday by regional authorities through official Telegram channels. In Penza region, Governor Oleg Melnichenko reported that a woman lost her life and two others were wounded following…
Katsina, Nigeria— The Senate of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsina, has approved the expulsion of 57 students for engaging in various forms of examination malpractice, reflecting the institution’s strict stance on academic integrity. According to a statement issued on Saturday by Hajiya Fatima Sanda, Head of Information and Protocol, the decision followed thorough investigations…
Southern Youth Leaders Demand Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Urge Creation of Peace Commission Onitsha, Nigeria — Youth leaders representing 17 states across Southern Nigeria have jointly called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to order the immediate and unconditional release of detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, as part of efforts to foster justice and national unity….
Rome, Italy — Thousands of Catholic youth from around the world began converging on Rome Saturday for a highly anticipated evening vigil led by Pope Leo XIV, marking the climax of the Vatican’s “Jubilee of Youth”—a key highlight of the Holy Year. The gathering, which draws Catholics aged 18 to 35, is expected to attract…
Asaba, Delta State— Chaos erupted at the Government House in Asaba on Friday when a cow intended for slaughter broke free and attacked staff members. During the incident, a man in his 30s who tried to subdue the animal was seriously injured, sustaining deep wounds on his thighs. Initially treated at the Government House Clinic,…
Osun State, Nigeria— Governor Ademola Adeleke has rebuffed rumors claiming he intends to defect to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or collaborate with influential figures within the party ahead of the 2026 governorship election. In a statement released on Friday by his media aide, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke called the reports baseless and reiterated his full…
Lagos, Nigeria — Frustration is mounting among over 300 Nigerian students who secured admission into universities across the United States but are yet to receive their student visas, weeks after attending scheduled interviews at the US embassies in Lagos and Abuja. The affected students, connected through a WhatsApp group of 301 members, voiced concerns over…
Lagos, Nigeria— _Effective July 2025, David Bird, former CEO of Oman’s Duqm Refinery and ex-Shell executive, has been appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group’s fuels and petrochemicals business, tasked with boosting production and expanding operations across Africa. The Dangote refinery, recognized as the largest single-train refinery globally with a 650,000 barrels-per-day…
Lagos, Nigeria— Contestants in the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 10 have lost their first weekly wager presentation, resulting in no food restock for the coming week. The housemates were unable to meet the expectations set by Big Brother after misinterpreting the task instructions given earlier during the week. Despite their preparations and rehearsals, their…
Istanbul, Turkey— Victor Osimhen has officially begun training with his new Galatasaray teammates following his record-breaking permanent transfer from Serie A champions Napoli. The Nigerian striker joined the Turkish Super Lig champions on a €75 million deal and has signed a four-year contract starting from the 2025-2026 season. Osimhen played a pivotal role for Galatasaray…
Accra, Ghana — Tensions flared between Ghanaian citizens and Nigerians residing in the country following a street protest dubbed “Nigerians Must Go” , which erupted on July 29, with demonstrators accusing Nigerians of rising crime, ritual activities, and economic dominance. Protesters, seen in viral videos brandishing placards with inflammatory messages, demanded the expulsion of Nigerians….
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), is set to begin mandatory drug testing for incoming and returning students in tertiary institutions starting with the 2025/2026 academic session. According to officials familiar with the development, a technical working group has been established between the NDLEA and…
Ilorin, Nigeria — The ongoing seven-day warning strike by nurses and midwives has severely impacted medical services in government hospitals across Kwara State. This development was revealed through a field investigation conducted which found that numerous patients admitted at major facilities—including the Sobi Specialist Hospital, Alagbado; and General Hospitals in Ilorin, Omu-Aran, and Share—have been…
Ibadan, Nigeria — The Oyo State Chapter of the Campaign for Democratic and Workers’ Rights (CDWR) has declared support for the ongoing seven-day warning strike launched by the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), citing deep-rooted grievances and systemic neglect. The CDWR’s backing was announced by its State Coordinator, Comrade Bamigboye Abiodun, in…
Lagos, Nigeria — A heated argument erupted in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house on Wednesday as housemates Big Soso and Imisi engaged in a verbal confrontation over food management. The tension followed a directive from the current Head of House, Jason Jae, appointing Big Soso and fellow housemate Otega to oversee food supply…
Abuja, Nigeria — Tensions have intensified within the Labour Party (LP) following a divisive petition alleging that several top party leaders, including 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, are involved in a plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The fresh controversy erupted on Tuesday when Abayomi Arabambi, the factional National Publicity Secretary, submitted a petition…
Abuja, Nigeria — Professor Jerry Gana, a founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has stated that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, would overwhelmingly defeat any presidential contender in Nigeria’s northern region if he were to return to the PDP. Speaking during an appearance on Arise News Prime Time on Wednesday, the elder…
Abuja, Nigeria — A Magistrate Court sitting in Wuse Zone 2, Federal Capital Territory, has directed the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to ensure the presence of retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Oyediran Oyeyemi, in court, following allegations that he falsely presented himself as a serving officer. The order was issued on Wednesday after the…
Lagos, Nigeria – Fresh from their historic triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, Nigeria’s Super Falcons lit up the streets of Lagos on Wednesday with a grand trophy parade in celebration of their record-extending 10th continental title. The team, who had earlier been received by President Bola Tinubu in…
Ogun State, Nigeria — A middle-aged farmer, Musa Kalamu, has died after being attacked by a stray elephant from a government forest reserve in the Itasin-Imobi area of Ijebu East Local Government, Ogun State. The incident occurred on Monday, July 28, 2025, around 4:30 p.m., while the victim was working on his farm. Kalamu, who…
Abuja, Nigeria — Dangote Petroleum Refinery has formally withdrawn its ₦100 billion lawsuit against the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), and five major oil marketers. The notice of discontinuance, filed on Monday, July 29, was submitted by the refinery’s legal team led by Ogwu…
Kogi State, Nigeria — A 27-year-old man, Yayu Musa, has been arrested by a local vigilante group for allegedly murdering his mother-in-law in cold blood over a marital dispute related to infertility. The tragic incident occurred around 8 p.m. on Friday in the Olla community, Omala Local Government Area of Kogi State. According to local…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu on Monday shared a lighthearted family moment during the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final, revealing how the tension of the match drew even the First Lady away from the kitchen. Speaking at a reception held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, in honour of the victorious Super Falcons,…
Abuja, Nigeria–The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has announced a seven-day nationwide warning strike beginning at midnight on Monday, July 29, in protest over the federal government’s failure to meet longstanding demands. According to Jama Medan, Chairman of NANNM in the Federal Capital Territory, the association is mobilising members across all levels…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has revealed that he deliberately avoided watching the final match of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) due to the overwhelming tension, stating he didn’t want to risk raising his blood pressure. The President made the remark on Monday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, during a reception in…
U. S , Nigeria–The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a warning to visa applicants, stating that individuals seeking to travel primarily to give birth in the U.S. in order to obtain citizenship for their child will be denied entry. In a notice shared on Monday via its official X (formerly Twitter) account,…
Abuja, Nigeria– Nigeria’s tennis scene received a significant boost as Michael Emmanuel and Adesuwa Osabuohien emerged champions in the men’s and women’s singles categories at the 46th Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Senior Open Tennis Championship, held at the National Stadium Tennis Centre, Abuja. The week-long tournament concluded with thrilling finals, marking a major milestone…
Abuja, Nigeria–The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has awarded 12 journalists from across the region in recognition of their commitment to ethical and impactful journalism. The awards were presented during a ceremony in Banjul, The Gambia, as part of activities marking the ECOWAS 50th anniversary and aligning with its Vision 2050 agenda. The…
