Ghanaians Protest Against Nigerians Over Crime Allegations
A group of Ghanaians staged a protest against Nigerians, accusing them of promoting prostitution, ritual killings, kidnappings, and other crimes in Ghana. In a viral video on Tuesday, protesters held placards with messages like “Nigerians are kidnapping and using people for rituals” and “Our kids are going missing because of Igbos.” They also displayed a […]
Edo Governor Suspends Oil Adviser Over Unauthorized Fundraising
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has suspended his Special Adviser on Oil and Gas, Felix Osemwengie Isere, over alleged unauthorized fundraising for a planned oil and gas summit. In a statement on Tuesday, Secretary to the State Government Umar Ikhilor announced the immediate suspension of the summit, originally set for August 7. Isere has been […]
Asisat Oshoala Denies Retirement Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment to Super Falcons
Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala has dismissed rumours about her retirement from international football, describing the reports as baseless. She clarified the situation while speaking with journalists in Morocco, shortly after Nigeria’s 3-2 victory over the host nation in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations over the weekend. Oshoala reaffirmed her […]
US, EU Reach Trade Deal to Avert Tariff Hike and Open Markets
The United States and European Union have reached a trade deal framework, ending a months-long standoff between two of the world’s biggest economic partners. After make-or-break negotiations between President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen in Scotland, the pair agreed a US tariff on all EU goods of 15%. That is […]
Lagos Faces 25-Day Power Disruptions as TCN Begins Transmission Line Upgrade
Electricity consumers in Lagos will experience intermittent power supply over the next few weeks, as the Transmission Company of Nigeria begins a critical upgrade of the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line. The 25-day maintenance project, which runs from today, July 28 to August 21, will take place daily from 8am to 5pm, with power restored […]
FG Launches N10m Loan Scheme for Tertiary Institution Staff Welfare and Development
The Federal Government has introduced the Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF), offering loans of up to N10 million to academic and non-academic staff of Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Announced by Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa, the scheme aims to boost financial stability, welfare, and professional development. Loans are capped at 33.3% […]
Malcolm‑Jamal Warner Dies at 54 in Costa Rica Drowning
Malcolm‑Jamal Warner, acclaimed for his role as Theodore “Theo” Huxtable on The Cosby Show, tragically passed away at age 54 on July 20, 2025, during a family beach outing in Costa Rica. He was reportedly caught in a powerful rip current off Playa Cocles (Caribbean coast, Limón province), where bystanders pulled him ashore. Despite the […]
FG reopens recruitment portal for immigration, civil defence, others
The Federal Government has announced the reopening of the online recruitment portal for Nigeria’s paramilitary agencies, following a temporary suspension to optimize system performance. The announcement was contained in a statement shared via the official X account of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). The recruitments are for vacancies in the […]
IGP Meets with Retired Officers at Force Headquarters
In fulfilment of his earlier promise, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has arrived at the Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, where he is currently addressing retired police officers who gathered peacefully to express their concerns over retirement benefits. The IGP’s presence is a demonstration of the Police leadership’s commitment to listening to […]
Presidency Hits Back at ADC Over Buhari Death Claims
The Presidency has fired back at the African Democratic Congress over claims that the Tinubu administration is politicizing the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement released Friday, the ADC accused the government of using Buhari’s passing to improve its public image. But the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public […]
