Niger state, Nigeria: Several Nigerian soldiers and armed bandits were killed on Tuesday during coordinated assaults on military forward operating bases in Kaduna and Niger states, the Nigerian Army has confirmed. The attacks occurred in the Kwanar Dutse Mairiga and Boka areas of Niger State, as well as Aungwan Turai in the Chikun Local Government…
Lagos, Nigeria: Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has accused unknown individuals of unlawfully demolishing a property belonging to his younger brother in Lagos, allegedly without a valid court order. In a statement posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Obi stated that the building—owned by…
Abuja, Nigeria: The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has denied claims that it extended the service year of a Lagos-based corps member, Rita Uguamaye, popularly known as Raye, as punishment for her criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Uguamaye recently gained online attention after posting a viral video on her TikTok account, @talktoraye, in which…
Abuja, Nigeria: The National Assembly has once again approved an extension of the capital component of the 2024 federal budget, pushing its implementation deadline to December 31, 2025 The move has triggered renewed criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the legislature, amid growing concerns about fiscal discipline and the government’s budget execution capacity. The…
Column, DNEWSINFO Fashion photography in magazines is much more than a mere showcase of clothes. It serves as a powerful form of visual communication that captures the imagination, conveys artistic expression, and shapes how fashion is perceived by the world. When flipping through the glossy pages of a fashion magazine, one is not just encountering…
Column, DNEWSINFO : President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has entered its second full year in office, with public attention increasingly focused on the government’s policy performance, socio- economic lmpact, and long-term governance out look ahead of the 2027 general election As Nigerians continue to navigate through economic and security challenges, the broader national conversation is…
Abuja ,Nigeria — The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) will, on Oct. 7, arraigned the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Qatar Airways, Mr Temi Birdzell, alongside the company and its top officers, over allegations bordering on breach of FCCPC Act, 2018. The defendants will be arraigned before Justice James Omotosho of the Federal…
Atlanta, United States – Football legend Lionel Messi is poised to face his former club, Paris Saint-Germain, for the first time since departing the French champions, as his Inter Miami side progressed to the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup. The highly anticipated matchup was confirmed following Inter Miami’s dramatic 2-2…
London, United Kingdom – Former world champion and British boxing icon Amir Khan has expressed his strong desire to witness a much-anticipated showdown between two of the nation’s greatest heavyweight fighters, Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. The proposed bout, often teased and heavily discussed by fans and media alike, has yet to come to fruition…
Ibadan, Nigeria – A tragic road accident that occurred along the Ibadan–Lagos expressway on Tuesday has resulted in the loss of multiple lives, with early reports confirming at least ten fatalities. The incident, described by eyewitnesses as severe, involved a total of six vehicles, including three commercial Nissan Micra taxis and three articulated trucks. According…
Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally declined to sign the 2025 Amendment Bill for the National Assembly Library Trust Fund into law, citing constitutional and policy-related concerns that could pose long-term implications for governance and institutional frameworks. The president’s decision was communicated to lawmakers during Tuesday’s plenary session of the House of…
Ibadan, Nigeria — At least ten people have tragically lost their lives in a fatal motor accident along the Ibadan–Lagos expressway on Tuesday. The crash, which occurred near the Iwo Road axis of Ibadan, involved three commercial Nissan Micra vehicles and three articulated trucks, commonly known as trailers. According to eyewitnesses, all the affected vehicles…
Ilero, Oyo State — The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 11 suspects in connection with the murder of a farmer and the abduction of two women in Ilero, Kajola Local Government Area. This was disclosed by the Commissioner of Police, CP Johnson Adenola, during his visit to the affected community on…
Club World Cup – Atletico Madrid forward, Antoine Griezmann has lamented his side’s elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup. Recall that Atletico Madrid were knocked out of the Club World Cup following their 1-0 victory against Botafogo on Monday. Griezmann scored the only goal of the encounter as Diego Simeone’s needed at least 2-0 against…
Israeli – Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu says his country has agreed to US President Donald Trump’s proposal for a ceasefire with Iran after it achieved its goal of removing Tehran’s nuclear and ballistic missile threat. The Prime Minister’s office said this in a statement on Tuesday. “Israel thanks President Trump and the United States…
Lagos, Nigeria — Nigerian music star Abbey Elias, known professionally as Skiibii, has surpassed 600 million streams across major digital platforms, marking a significant achievement in his artistic journey and affirming his influence in the Afrobeats and street-pop scene. The milestone was officially recognized during a commemorative event held in Lagos by Dapper Music &…
Iran/Israel – A senior Iranian official has confirmed to reporters that Tehran has agreed to a ceasefire with Israel following a U.S.-backed proposal brokered by Qatar. According to the report, Qatar’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, secured Iran’s agreement during a phone call with senior Iranian officials. The call reportedly took place shortly…
Column, DNEWSINFO Ibadan, the capital and most populous city of Oyo State in southwestern Nigeria, is a place rich in history, culture, and development. According to local historians, the city was established in 1829 by Lagelu, the Jagun or military commander of Ife, after a series of tribal wars. Since then, Ibadan has grown into…
California, United States — England international and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has openly criticized the pitch conditions at the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup, describing the surfaces as subpar following his team’s opening 3–1 victory against Mexican side Pachuca. Bellingham, who scored the opening goal for the Spanish champions, did not hold back in…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In an escalating pursuit to secure the services of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, Saudi Pro League powerhouse Al-Hilal have reportedly increased their salary offer in a renewed attempt to finalize a deal. According to reports originating from Italy, the club is determined to meet both the financial and contractual demands required…
In a bid to shape the future of media and society, DNews Info (DNI) held its Monthly News Review Programme on Saturday, gathering young media enthusiasts and industry speakers to discuss vital national topics, including Artificial Intelligence, the future of journalism, corruption, and online education in Nigeria. The event, hosted by Miss Damilola Adeleke, kicked off…
Iran/Qatar – Iran targeted a U.S. military base in Qatar on Monday in an apparent response to U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities days earlier as tensions soared over the potential for a spiraling Mideast conflict. Iran’s military claimed it had carried out a “devastating and powerful” missile attack on the Al Udeid U.S….
Qatar – Explosions were heard in Qatar on Monday as witnesses said they saw what appeared to be missiles over the country, The Associated Press reports. Iranian state media announced an operation launching missile attacks against U.S. bases in Iraq and Qatar, named “Annunciation of Victory.” The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps said it targeted…
Manchester city ,Nigeria:Nigerian forward Joshua Udoh remained on the bench as Al Ain suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to Manchester City in their FIFA Club World Cup Group G clash early Monday morning. Fellow Nigerians Rilwanu Sarki and Hassan Muhammed were again left out of the matchday squad. The emphatic victory sees Manchester City secure…
Brazil, Nigeria:Former head coach of Nigeria’s U-23 team, Samson Siasia, has denied recent claims by ex-Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel that he personally funded the team’s flight to the 2016 Rio Olympics in Brazil. Mikel, speaking on a podcast hosted by former England striker Peter Crouch, alleged that Nigerian football authorities failed to…
Arena, Nigeria:Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga expressed delight after scoring his first league goal for Molde FK during their dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Vålerenga on Sunday night. The 18-year-old was brought on in the 76th minute with Molde trailing 2-1 at the Intility Arena. Just four minutes later, Daga found the back of the net…
Katsina, Nigeria — Amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, a group of youths staged a public demonstration in Katsina on Sunday, voicing support for Iran in the ongoing Middle East crisis. The protest, captured in a video posted by social media user Oyindamola (@dammiedammie35), showed demonstrators waving Iranian flags and holding solidarity banners as…
Lagos, Nigeria — The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently refer the ongoing violence and human rights abuses in Benue State to the International Criminal Court (ICC). This appeal was contained in an open letter dated June 21, 2025, signed by SERAP’s Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare. The…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has fixed Saturday, June 28, 2025, for its mop-up Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), aimed at accommodating candidates who missed the earlier tests due to biometric and attendance issues. In an official statement released on Sunday, JAMB’s Public Communications Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, confirmed that…
Benin City, Nigeria — The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 31-year-old Joshua Osaigbovo in connection with the alleged murder of 21-year-old Osato Festus Edogiaweria. According to a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, the incident was first reported on April 25, 2025, by the victim’s mother,…
Ankara, Turkey — In a surprising turn just months before the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Nigerian sprint sensation and 150m world record holder, Favour Ofili, has reportedly transferred her allegiance to Turkey. The development was revealed by Jamaican journalist Kayon Raynor via his X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, quoting reliable sources from…
