Abuja, Nigeria— The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has released alarming updates on the 2025 flood season, confirming that 165 people have died, 82 remain missing, and 119,791 individuals have been affected across 19 states. The latest NEMA situation report, published on Friday, highlights the extensive human and material toll of the floods. It states…
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…
München, Germany— New Bayern Munich signing Luis Diaz has revealed that Liverpool teammate Florian Wirtz played a key role in persuading him to join the Bundesliga giants. The Colombian forward, who recently completed his £65.5 million transfer to Bayern, spent time alongside Wirtz during Liverpool’s preseason preparations before finalizing his move to Germany. Speaking to…
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…
Dortmund, Germany— Jadon Sancho, currently at Manchester United, is reportedly prepared to accept a significant wage reduction to secure a transfer back to Borussia Dortmund this summer. The 25-year-old winger, who enjoyed his best form during two previous Dortmund spells, earns around €16 million annually at Manchester United. However, he has offered to halve his…
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…
Former England star, Eniola Aluko has explained her decision to play for the Three Lionesses instead of the Super Falcons of Nigeria. The forward was born in Lagos to Nigerian parents but unlike her brother\, Sone Aluko, she chose to play for England. Aluko recorded as much as more than 100 caps for the England…
EDO STATE, NIGERIA – Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has approved the list of four commissioner nominees to be appointed into the State Executive Council. The identity of the nominees were unveiled in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor. The nominees are Nosa Adams, Yakubu Oshiorenua Musa, Felix…
LAGOS STATE – After almost a decade of not having substantive officers duly elected due to litigations, the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Universities (SSANU) of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has finally elected its new officers into different roles according to the exant law. Members of UNILAG SSANU, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, voted…
Big Brother Naija 10/10 housemate, Thelma has revealed that she lost her mother the same she gave birth to her son. She painfully narrated that she was waiting for her mom in the hospital after giving birth, not knowing that she had passed. In a chat with fellow housemate, Otega on Friday afternoon, Thelma stated…
BENUE STATE – The National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, on Friday swore in 1,200 corps members for the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 orientation in Benue. State Coordinator, Mrs Veronica Garba, gave the figure during the swearing-in at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area. In her address, Garba urged the corps…
Football jerseys have evolved from fanwear to high-value collectibles, especially when worn during iconic matches. From World Cup triumphs to unforgettable goals, these jerseys capture defining moments in football history, and buyers are paying millions for them. Recently, six shirts worn by Lionel Messi during Argentina’s 2022 World Cup win sold for £6.1 million ($7.8…
Benue, Nigeria — The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), representing the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has expressed solidarity with Benue State, assuring its people and government that their sorrow is shared across the region. The message was delivered during a condolence visit to Governor Hyacinth Alia at the Benue State…
Yobe, Nigeria — The Yobe State Police Command has warned people in the state against diverting, vandalizing, and selling of farm tools and relief materials distributed by the State Government. The command, through its Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, gave the warning following a directive issued by the government during the flag-off of agricultural…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Nanafatimah Bamigbetan Oncology Foundation, a new initiative aimed at combating Nigeria’s rising cancer burden through research, education, and policy engagement, has been launched. The initiative established in honour of the late wife of former Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Kehinde Bamigbetan, the foundation was officially unveiled on Monday at…
Abia, Nigeria — The police have confirmed the death of a 51-year-old woman, Mrs Emmanuel Love Onuora, who reportedly died while onboard a commercial tricycle in Aba, Abia State. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, came to public attention after her photograph circulated on Facebook, with some commenters identifying her as “Aunty Love,” a teacher…
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…
Ile- Ife, Nigeria–The Ooni of Ife, His Royal Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has publicly endorsed the Special Seats Bill currently before the National Assembly, describing it as a transformative step toward equitable governance and national development. The monarch pledged his full moral and cultural support to the initiative, which seeks to enhance women’s representation…
Jigawa state, Nigeria–The Jigawa State Government has unveiled two major empowerment programmes valued at over ₦392 million, targeting members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and the Butchers Association. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen grassroots economic development and support key trade-based sectors. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held…
Abia state, Nigeria–The Abia State Government has directed that all buildings exceeding two storeys undergo comprehensive structural integrity tests, as part of efforts to curb the rising incidents of building collapse across the state. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, during a press briefing at the Government House in…
OYO STATE – An alumnus of Abiodun Atiba Memorial Institute, Oyo, Oyo State, Mr. Babatunde Tijani has donated the sum of ₦1 million to four best graduating students of the school and staff to counter the ‘education is scam’ narrative. Tijani maintained that education is not a scam, but a great ladder to success and…
Abuja, Nigeria- As part of its ongoing effort to entrench transparency and accountability within public institutions, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has inaugurated an Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) at the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs. The inauguration ceremony, held in Abuja, was described by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr….
