Politics
I’m hoping God will make Tinubu, others hear people’s outcry – Kumuyi
ShareWilliam Kumuyi, general superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, arrived in Abuja on Wednesday for the 2026 edition of the Global Crusade with Kumuyi. The crusade is expected to…
I don’t See the level of hunger people are talking about – Onanuga
SharePresidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday disputed claims of widespread hunger in Nigeria, arguing that many citizens are benefiting from policies introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Onanuga, who spoke…
Obi calls for Tinubu’s resignation over monumental failure in governance
ShareThe presidential candidate of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resign, citing what he described as a “monumental failure in governance”…
Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister after Labour revolt
ShareBritain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will resign following a mounting revolt inside the Labour Party after devastating local election losses, the resignation of government ministers and growing…
Economy
Julius Berger approves ₦6.8bn dividend payout as profits surge
Share…Lubasch: The values that define Julius Berger remain unchanged Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has announced strong financial performance, marked by higher revenue and profitability, while shareholders have unanimously approved a…
FG, states, local governments shared N2.3 trillion May 2026 revenue: FAAC
ShareThe Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total sum of N2.3 trillion to the federal government, states, and local government councils for the month of May 2026. Bawa…
FirstHoldCo closes ₦45bn private placement at N44.06, further strengthening FirstBank’s capital base
ShareFirst HoldCo Plc (“FirstHoldCo” or “the Group”) hereby notifies the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), its shareholders, and the investing public that it has successfully completed the ₦45 billion second tranche…
Shell appoints Elohor executive vice president and country chair Nigeria
Share…as Marno bows out after more than 6 years at the helm of Shell in Nigeria Former Managing Director Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) Elohor Aiboni, currently…
News
FG hails U.S. designation of Nigeria-based Mukhtar Muhammad, bureaux de change ISIS facilitators
ShareThe Nigeria Sanctions Committee has hailed the U.S. designation of Nigeria-based Mukhtar Adamu and three bureaux de change as terrorist facilitators over their links with the Islamic State of Iraq…
Oyo Abduction: CAN directs churches to tighten security around premises, suspend night services
ShareThe Oyo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, (CAN) has directed churches in the state to beef up security, suspend late activities, and fence their premises amid rising…
NDLEA bust industrial meth lab in Ibarapa forest Oyo, capture top Mexican drug dealer
Share…A cartel flew in a 56-year-old Mexican methamphetamine expert, brought in specifically to provide the technical expertise for large-scale synthesis in Nigeria Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency…
Vatican rejects proposal to allow sermons by Catholic women
ShareThe Vatican on Tuesday reaffirmed a long-standing rule that only an ordained priest or deacon can give a sermon at a Catholic mass, rejecting a request from German bishops to broaden…
Health
U.S.-based Nigerian nurse Olufemi Olaifa arraigned for alleged sexual assault at rehabilitation home
ShareUnited States of America-based Nigerian Nurse Olufemi Olaifa has been arraigned in court after he was charged with one felony count of sexually assaulting a woman at a rehabilitation centre.…
Lassa fever kills 214, fatality rate rises to 25% – NCDC
ShareLassa fever has claimed 214 lives in Nigeria, with the case fatality rate rising to 25 per cent. According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention Lassa Fever…
Sports
Three players sent off as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener
ShareThree players were sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeated South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium. South Africa finished with nine men, while…
World Cup: Africa’s best referee denied entry to US, sent back after landing in Miami
ShareA Somali referee acclaimed as the best in Africa has reportedly been denied entry to the United States and sent on a flight back to Istanbul, Turkey upon arrival at…
Opinion | Editorial
When resignation becomes anathema
ShareBy Valentine Obienyem When Mr. Bayo Onanuga, despite having access to all the security apparatus required to verify the source of a post alleging that the President’s voice had been…
Does Peter Obi scare them that much?
ShareBy Andy Ezeani There are various ways of interpreting President Bola Tinubu’s recent declaration that he is not scared of the opposition. One, is that he is scared. Being scared…
Kenneth Okonkwo: A man without character
ShareBy Valentine Obienyem Recently, Barr. Kenneth Okonkwo appeared on Channels Television where, as usual, he poured invectives on Mr Peter Obi. I am pleased that the matter has now become…
Why do kidnappers in Nigeria succeed in collecting ransom from their victims?
ShareBy P. Michael Based on my job, I learnt something special this week from Security Agents in Mali that we went on a rescue mission together. I don’t know if…
Entertainment
Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo dies of kidney cancer at 40
ShareNollywood Actor, Alexx Ekubo has died. He reportedly died from kidney cancer on May 12, 2026, at the age of 40. His colleague, Godwin Nnadiekwe, in a post on Instagram…
Life
Helen Prest appeals judgment recognising Adenike as Tosin Ajayi’s sole widow
ShareHelen Prest-Ajayi, a former beauty queen, and her daughter, Tomisin Ajayi, have appealed the judgment of the Lagos high court which recognised Adenike Oluyemisi Ajayi as the sole lawful widow…
Interviews
NMA says nationwide shutdown of health sector imminent
ShareOn July 2, the Nigerian Medical Association issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to meet its demands to avert industrial action in the health sector. In this interview…
Ex-NAF Group Captain faults amnesty for Boko Haram fighters
ShareThere are two caveats in carrying out an amnesty programme. First, it should be at the end of the conflict, secondly, it should not be a blanket amnesty. Probably, this…
Photo Diary
Ghana’s ruling party candidate Bawumia concedes election to opposition’s Mahama
ShareVice President Mahamudu Bawumia conceded defeat and congratulated John Dramani Mahama on Saturday following Ghana’s hotly contested presidential election. Bawumia, 61, of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), said the election…
Appeal Court nullifies judgement on Rivers LG election
ShareThe Court of Appeal Abuja on Friday nullified the judgment of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the voters’ register…
Headlines
FG hails U.S. designation of Nigeria-based Mukhtar Muhammad, bureaux de change ISIS facilitators
ShareThe Nigeria Sanctions Committee has hailed the U.S. designation of Nigeria-based Mukhtar Adamu and three bureaux de change as terrorist facilitators over their links with the Islamic State of Iraq…
I’m hoping God will make Tinubu, others hear people’s outcry – Kumuyi
ShareWilliam Kumuyi, general superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, arrived in Abuja on Wednesday for the 2026 edition of the Global Crusade with Kumuyi. The crusade is expected to…
NDLEA bust industrial meth lab in Ibarapa forest Oyo, capture top Mexican drug dealer
Share…A cartel flew in a 56-year-old Mexican methamphetamine expert, brought in specifically to provide the technical expertise for large-scale synthesis in Nigeria Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency…
I don’t See the level of hunger people are talking about – Onanuga
SharePresidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday disputed claims of widespread hunger in Nigeria, arguing that many citizens are benefiting from policies introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Onanuga, who spoke…
WebTV
Video: NDLEA uncovers N480bn methamphetamine laboratory in Ogun forest, arrest three Mexicans
ShareThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency [NDLEA] has discovered the biggest ever clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in a forest in Ogun State, South West Nigeria. In a video shared via his…
Vidoe: Tinubu stumbles, falls during reception parade in Turkey
SharePresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu stumbled and fell on Wednesday during an official reception parade in Turkey, a moment that was captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The…
Video: How Tinubu threatened Fubara, imposed resolution on him – ex-Rivers commissioner
ShareA former Rivers State Commissioner for Works, Chief David Briggs, on Thursday alleged that President Bola Tinubu imposed ‘Abuja resolution’ on Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Briggs, in an interview with reporters,…
Police arrest big boy Bayelsa ‘kidnapper’ who advised people to ‘hustle hard and stay safe’ in Abuja
ShareThe police in Bayelsa have arrested John Lyon, an alleged kidnapper who operates in the state. Lyon was said to have been arrested on Saturday in the federal capital territory…
When resignation becomes anathema
ShareBy Valentine Obienyem When Mr. Bayo Onanuga, despite having access to all the security apparatus required to verify the source of a post alleging that the President’s voice had been…
Does Peter Obi scare them that much?
ShareBy Andy Ezeani There are various ways of interpreting President Bola Tinubu’s recent declaration that he is not scared of the opposition. One, is that he is scared. Being scared…
Helen Prest appeals judgment recognising Adenike as Tosin Ajayi’s sole widow
ShareHelen Prest-Ajayi, a former beauty queen, and her daughter, Tomisin Ajayi, have appealed the judgment of the Lagos high court which recognised Adenike Oluyemisi Ajayi as the sole lawful widow…
Anambra vows to get justice for teenager allegedly defiled by eight men
ShareThe Anambra State Government has vowed to get justice for a 16-year old girl (name withheld) over alleged sexual molestation by eight men including her guardian. The incident occurred in…
Pope Leo apologises for Church’s historic role in slavery
Share-Pope Leo says Church was slow to condemn slavery -Clearest apology yet for Church role -Calls the legacy “a wound in Christian memory” Pope Leo on Monday issued the clearest…
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