Fresh diplomatic tensions have erupted between Nigeria and the United States as high-ranking officials in Abuja have accused the U.S. Mission in Nigeria of orchestrating a “relentless smear campaign” against the nation, violating established diplomatic norms and undermining long-standing bilateral goodwill. At the heart of the dispute is the U.S. Mission’s alleged dissemination of […]
Suspected herdsmen have allegedly launched an attack on Tse-Nyibiam, a village near Ngban in the Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area, Benue State, killing a mother and her son. The victims, identified as Mlumun Iorhen Igbawua and her son, Terkimbir Iorhen Igbawua, reportedly met their untimely end while attending to their rice […]
A leading political voice from Anambra South has launched a blistering critique against individuals contesting the forthcoming elections, accusing them of undermining the state’s established zoning system and insulting the intelligence of the electorate. In a fiery statement, the speaker who referred to himself as the “headman of Anambra” condemned unemployed aspirants from […]
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have procured cutting-edge technological devices and applications for the Technical Intelligence Unit (TIU) to enhance crime detection, prevention, and the expeditious apprehension of criminals. Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced that these tools are intended to strengthen the battle against violent crimes nationwide and to augment the intelligence-gathering capabilities […]
A final-year student from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, identified as Blessing, has been discovered deceased five days after being reported missing. The deceased student was reportedly enrolled in the Department of Microbiology. According to sources, she was last seen on Sunday but failed to appear for an examination scheduled for Monday. Messages […]
UFC middleweight contender Renier de Ridder has set his sights on a showdown with former two-time champion, Israel Adesanya, expressing both respect and readiness for the high-profile bout. In an interview with Inside Fighting, de Ridder praised the Nigerian-born New Zealand star, describing him as one of the sport’s most accomplished fighters. “I greatly admire […]
In a year marked by economic recalibration, the Nigerian stock market has accomplished an extraordinary achievement: establishing the largest aggregation of billion-dollar stocks within a seven-month span in its history. As of July 31, 2025, at least 17 companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) have attained market capitalizations surpassing $1 billion, according to […]
In a historic moment for Turkish football, Galatasaray on Saturday officially presented Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen and German winger Leroy Sané to thousands of ecstatic fans at RAMS Park. The electrifying unveiling, held just before the team’s pre-season clash against Lazio, drew massive crowds to the Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex, creating an atmosphere of […]
A quiet farming village in Itasin Imobi, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State, was thrown into mourning on Monday, July 28, 2025, after a 50-year-old farmer, Yaya Musa, was mauled to death by a herd of elephants—renewing fears and outrage in a community that says it has long been abandoned to a life-threatening […]
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has strongly condemned the recent closure of Badeggi Radio by Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, labelling it an unconstitutional move that undermines press freedom and threatens the foundation of Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement issued on Saturday and jointly signed by its President, Eze Anaba, and General Secretary, Onuoha […]
