Sirika Defends Buhari’s Economic Legacy
Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has defended the legacy of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, insisting that Nigeria’s economy and education sector were in a stronger position when the former leader left office. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Sirika dismissed claims that Buhari’s administration was responsible for Nigeria’s current economic challenges, saying […]
Family Mourns Army Officer Killed in Oyo Rescue Mission
The family of Lieutenant Felix Ademe Isaac, the Nigerian Army officer killed during the rescue of abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State, says it is struggling to come to terms with the loss of the 28-year-old soldier. Lt. Isaac died on July 10, 2026, while leading troops in the operation that secured the release […]
BREAKING: FG Suspends WASSCE, NECO Examination Fee Hike
The Federal Government has suspended the recent increase in examination fees for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). The suspension was announced on Monday in a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Education. The decision follows widespread public criticism and concerns […]
2027: Shettima’s Renomination Revives Muslim-Muslim Ticket Debate
President Bola Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election has reignited debate over the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s Muslim-Muslim ticket, with political parties and stakeholders divided over whether competence or religious balance should determine leadership choices. The APC’s confirmation ends months of speculation that Tinubu […]
Osun APC Candidate Hails Oyo Abductees’ Rescue
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has praised President Bola Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu for the rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in Oyo State. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Head of the Media and Publicity Committee […]
Djorkaeff Says Portugal Let Ronaldo Down at World Cup
France football legend Youri Djorkaeff has criticised Portugal’s players for what he described as their failure to properly support captain Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Djorkaeff, a member of France’s 1998 World Cup-winning squad, said Portugal did not build the team around Ronaldo and suggested the veteran forward was effectively “boycotted” by […]
EU Parliament Urges Nigeria to Tackle Insecurity
The European Parliament has called on the Nigerian government to take stronger action to address insecurity, particularly in the country’s Middle Belt, amid growing concerns over attacks on communities in the region. Lawmakers adopted a resolution condemning the killings, with 501 members voting in favour, one against and 86 abstaining. The resolution urged Nigerian authorities […]
Peller, Jarvis Announce August 1 White Wedding
Popular Nigerian TikTok creators Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, and Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, known as Jarvis, have announced that their white wedding will take place on August 1, 2026. The couple made the announcement in a video shared on their verified social media pages on Saturday, drawing congratulatory messages from fans, fellow content […]
Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall in Eastern China
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in eastern China’s Zhejiang province late Saturday, bringing winds of up to 144 km/h after authorities evacuated nearly 1.72 million people ahead of the storm, according to state media. The typhoon came ashore in Yuhuan City at about 11:20 p.m. local time and is expected to move northwest while gradually weakening. […]
AFTER OYO SCHOOL CHILDREN FREEDOM, KWARA PDP CARPETS GOV. ABDULRAZAQ OVER WORO CAPTIVES
The Kwara State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State on the successful rescue of 49 abducted school children and teachers who regained their freedom after spending 51 harrowing days in captivity. In a statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Olusola, the party described […]
