June 24
Nigeria: Cubana Chiefpriest Agrees to Live TV DNA Test in Paternity Dispute With Kenyan Woman
Nigerian socialite and businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, has expressed willingness to undergo a DNA test live on television to resolve his… Read more »
Nigeria: Seun Kuti Laments Lack of Opportunities for Talented Scientists and Engineers in Nigeria
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has criticised what he described as the absence of adequate structures to support talented young Nigerians, particularly those pursuing careers in… Read more »
Nigeria: Niger Assembly Suspends Plenary Indefinitely Over Friction With Executive
Following unresolved issues with the Executive arm, the Niger State House of Assembly has suspended sitting indefinitely until the Executive arm meets its demands. Read more »
Nigeria: British Defence Chief in Maiduguri to Boost Nigeria-UK Security Collaboration
The United Kingdom's Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff (Military Strategy and Operations), Lieutenant General Sir Charlie Collins, has arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, as part of… Read more »
Nigeria: U.S. Naming of Nigerian, 3 BDCS As ISIS Financiers Raises Concern
Nigerian security experts and those versed in international relations have expressed concerns over the United States' designation of a Nigerian national and other individuals and… Read more »
Nigeria: Ruth Kadiri Shares Untold Story of Her Marriage Journey
Nigerian actress and screenwriter, Ruth Kadiri, has revealed that she believed God showed her she had met her future husband on the very day they first met. Read more »
Nigeria: Birnin Gwari Union Condemns Killing of 6 Farmers
The Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressives Union (BEPU) has condemned the killing of six farmers by bandits on Monday, at Kujijiro farmlands in Kuyello District of Birnin Gwari local… Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Urged to Reduce Duties On Fitness Gadgets
Chairman of Gategold Fitness Company Limited, Sir Goodluck Obi (KSC) has pleaded with the federal government to reduce import duties on fitness, exercise, gym, sports and spa… Read more »
June 23
Ghana: Ghana's Black Stars Have Nothing to Fear Against England, Insists Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that his side will draw inspiration from an entire nation when they face England in a pivotal FIFA World Cup Group L clash, insisting… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Crush Terrorists in Sokoto, Katsina, Rescue Abductees, Recover Arms
Troops of "Operation FANSAN YAMMA" have dealt a major blow to terrorist groups operating in the North-West. Read more »
Nigeria: Pastor Flourish Peters Faces Online Criticism After Video From Clinic Dedication Surfaces
Nigerian Christian leader, Dr. Flourish Peters of LOGIC Church, has come under criticism after a video showed him dedicating a new Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) clinic in Lagos. Read more »
Nigeria: NFF Debunks Fake Ashley Plumptre Claims, Urges Media to Verify Reports
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed as false reports circulating on social media that Super Falcons defender Ashley Plumptre had complained about being omitted from… Read more »
Nigeria: Kano Uncovers Massive Vandalism At Water Facility, Suspends Manager
The Kano State Government has suspended the manager of the Thomas Regional Water Scheme following the discovery of extensive vandalism and alleged internal sabotage at the facility… Read more »
Nigeria: Troops Rescue Over 47 ISWAP Captives in Borno
The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (Operation HADIN KAI), has rescued more than 47 persons, mostly women and children, from captivity of ISWAP terrorists in… Read more »
Nigeria: By-Elections - APC Rates Self 'Good' in Enugu, 'Unimpressive' in Ondo Outing
Despite winning the Ondo South Senatorial by-election held last weekend, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is said to be worried about its performance in the poll, with… Read more »
Nigeria: Cash Outside Banks Rises to N5.19trn As Credit Rebounds
The amount of cash held outside Nigeria's banking system rose to N5.193 trillion in May 2026, even as banking sector credit to the private sector recorded a marginal rebound after… Read more »
Nigeria: Bala Wunti Seeks More Support, Empowerment for Widows
A Bauchi State-based philanthropist, Dr Bala Maijama'a Wunti, has called on government at all levels, development partners, community leaders and wealthy individuals to intensify… Read more »
Nigeria: Pastor Sarah Omakwu Shares Personal Story While Advising Women On Marriage
Sarah Omakwu, founder of the Family Worship Centre in Abuja, has revealed that she wore a borrowed wedding dress because she and her husband could not afford one at the time. Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Bala, Speaker, Others Mourn Ex - Televison Authority MD
Bauchi State governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed; speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Abubakar Suleiman and a former governor of the state, Mohammed Abdullahi… Read more »
Nigeria: Yari Subsidises Price of Fertiliser for Zamfara Farmers, Supplies 85 Trucks
A former governor of Zamfara State and senator representing Zamfara West, Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, has donated 85 trucks of fertiliser to farmers across the state. Read more »
Nigeria: Federal Govt Mulls Tightening Cashless Policy to Curb Kidnappings
The federal government is considering the reinvigoration of the cashless policy as part of broader efforts to curb the rising wave of kidnappings and related criminal activities… Read more »
June 22
Nigeria: Death Toll Rises to 22 After Plateau Village Deadly Attack
The death toll from Sunday night's attack on Kawel village in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State has risen to 22, following fresh confirmation from… Read more »
Africa: Egypt End 92-Year Wait for World Cup Win As Salah Fires Pharaohs to Historic Victory
Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to a landmark 3-1 comeback victory over New Zealand on Monday, securing the Pharaohs' first-ever FIFA World Cup win and sending them to the top of… Read more »
Africa: Cape Verde Shine Again, Hold Uruguay in World Cup Thriller
Cape Verde's remarkable FIFA World Cup debut continued on Monday as the tournament newcomers battled to an entertaining 2-2 draw with two-time champions Uruguay in Miami,… Read more »
Nigeria: World Refugee Day - Federal Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Refugees, IDPs, Asylum Seekers
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the protection, welfare and empowerment of refugees, asylum seekers and internally displaced persons (IDPs), pledging to… Read more »
