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Tinubu hails filmmakers as 'Black Market' attains Guinness World Record
‘Being successful isn’t enough’ — Ubi Franklin urges BBNaija to re-strategise
BBNaija Season 11: Final 10 secure spots in grand finale
18th Headies Awards opens voting as nominees seek fans' support
The 18th edition, themed “Africa to the World,” is scheduled to take place on October 25, 2026, in Toronto, Canada.
Danielle Adewusi wins Miss Universe Nigeria 2026
Lagos State representative Danielle Adewusi has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026, 35 years after her mother, Tonia Okogbenin, won the same title in 1991. Adewusi emerged winner at the grand finale held in Lagos on Sunday, September 27, defeating 19 other contestants to secure the crown. She was crowned by Guy Murray-Bruce, President of the Silverbird Group and National Director of Miss Universe Nigeria.
Full List: Madonna takes seven awards at MTV VMAs
The 2026 MTV VMAs produced a broad spread of winners across the major, genre, technical and social categories, with Madonna and Taylor Swift among the night’s biggest award recipients. Here is the full winners’ list in a news format.
Messi scores 76th free-kick goal, eyes Juninho’s record
Lionel Messi moved closer to the leading marks for direct free-kick goals after scoring a superb set-piece for Inter Miami against Columbus Crew in Major League Soccer.
Concerned youth seek transparency in NBBF leadership transition
The Concerned Youth for the Promotion of Peace and Unity Initiative has called for a transparent and inclusive transition process in the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) amid controversy over the emergence of new leadership.
European clubs count injury cost of international break
Several European clubs face fitness concerns ahead of the return of domestic football after a number of players picked up injuries while representing their countries during the September international break.
Lagos govt marks World Tourism Day, champions digital transformation
The Lagos State Government joined the global community in commemorating 2026 World Tourism Day on Sunday, 27th September, 2026, with renewed emphasis on innovation, digital transformation and the use of emerging technologies to strengthen the tourism sector.
Kaduna Poly fashion runway targets visibility, industry linkages
The Head of Department, Fashion Design and Clothing Technology, Kaduna Polytechnic, Mr Alabi Usman, said the upcoming 2026 fashion runway would boost the institution’s visibility and entrepreneurial potential.
Nigerian food needs the right branding to go global - Hilda Baci
Nigerian chef and restaurateur Hilda Baci says Nigerian cuisine can gain a stronger place on the global food scene without changing the qualities that make it distinctly Nigerian.
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Four IPOB members arraigned for allegedly killing DSS operative
The Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday arraigned four suspected members of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) over their alleged involvement in the kidnapping and killing of its officer, Ekpeyong Asuquo Owoh.
Bauchi police arrest woman for allegedly killing co-wife with pestle
The Bauchi State Police Command has transferred the case involving the alleged killing of a 43-year-old woman by her co-wife to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.
FG sets 3-5 year ban for defaulting contractors
The Federal Government has introduced new rules that could bar contractors, consultants and service providers from participating in government procurement for between three and five years over misconduct and poor performance.
Turkey: Comedian on trial for jokes targeting President Erdogan
Turkish comedian Deniz Goktas has defended his use of political satire in court after spending 88 days in custody over jokes made during a stand-up performance about President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
UN Chief backs AU’s renewed peace efforts in Ethiopia
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has endorsed the African Union’s mediation led by Olusegun Obasanjo as escalating fighting in northern Ethiopia raises fears of a broader conflict.
US, China agree lower tariffs on $60bn trade
The United States and China have agreed to consider lower tariffs on $60bn worth of goods traded between them as the two economic powers seek to stabilise relations following a year-long tariff conflict.
HIV prevention: NACA, IHVN train journalists on accurate reporting
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) and the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) have urged media practitioners to strengthen their knowledge of HIV prevention to help reduce misinformation and improve public awareness.
Smart Farming: EU-Funded AgriFI invests $2.5m in Tomato Jos
The EU-funded Agriculture Financing Initiative (AgriFI) has invested 2.5 million dollars in Tomato Jos Inc. to expand climate-smart tomato production and processing in northern Nigeria.
Landlocked regions need production, not seaport — Sowunmi
He said a serious leader must understand that a landlocked economy requires deliberate investment in roads, rail, dry ports, inland logistics, aviation, storage, processing, digital infrastructure, power, and cross-border trade corridors.
Ebola cases top 8,000 as deaths exceed 3,000 in DR Congo
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have exceeded 8,000, with the World Health Organisation (WHO) warning that the outbreak remains extensive and continues to spread geographically.
2026 World Rabies Day: Rivers NVMA takes rabies campaign to Bonny
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) has extended its 2026 World Rabies Day campaign to communities in Rivers State, combining public education with free vaccination of dogs in Bonny Local Government Area.
Next pandemic a matter of when, not if — WHO DG
WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, said on Friday during an online news conference that the pandemic exposed and worsened weaknesses in global health security, while teaching the world painful lessons.
Ogun varsity targets 2027/28 take-off, expands to 100 programmes
The Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, Ogun State, is targeting the 2027/28 academic session for its take-off as a university as it progresses with its transition from the former Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.
UBEC to begin implementing 10-year roadmap from October
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) says it will begin implementing its 10-year Universal Basic Education Roadmap from the first week of October 2026.
JAMB restores CAPS after 96-hour disruption, reminds schools of deadlines
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has restored its Central Admissions Processing System, CAPS, after a 96-hour disruption.
ALGON hails oil and gas training for 2,000 Cross River youths
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Cross River Chapter, has described the state government’s training of 2,000 youths in oil and gas skills as a “masterstroke” to invest in the state’s blue economy.
Oil prices rise above $106 as Trump rejects Iran truce
Oil prices climbed above $106 per barrel on Monday after US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s proposal for a seven-day truce, reviving concerns about disruption to global energy supplies.
DisCos record 75% billing efficiency in July
Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies (DisCos) recorded a significant shortfall between the value of power received and electricity billed in July 2026, with about N83.15bn worth of energy left outside their billing during the month.
Full Text: Netanyahu's fiery speech at 81st UNGA
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday, with some delegates walking out of the chamber as he began his speech.
Full Text: Nigeria's address at 81st UNGA
President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, reiterated Nigeria’s call for permanent representation on the Security Council of the UN.
Aig-Imoukhuede @60: Building a critical mass to transform Africa’s public sector , BY Tobe Nneli
As Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR turns 60 today, much will rightly be said about his remarkable career in business, philanthropy, public service and family life. However, I want to focus on one idea that has animated an important part of his work
Europe trip: AAC drags Tinubu, NASS, attorney general to court
The African Action Congress (AAC) has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to determine whether President Bola Tinubu complied with the constitutional requirements governing presidential absence from Nigeria during his ongoing Europe trip.
Kogi Central primary election: FHC fixes November 19 for judgment
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed November 19, 2026, for judgment in a suit challenging the APC primary that produced Yahaya Bello as its Kogi Central senatorial candidate.
UN Secretary-General race: Shettima meets Costa Rican candidate, discusses reforms
Before returning to Nigeria, Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima met with the Costa Rican candidate for the position of the United Nations Secretary-General, Rebeca Grynspan.
SpaceX Starship reaches orbit after 14th test, deploys 26 Starlink satellites
The test was expected to last about 10 hours, with Starship scheduled to orbit the Earth several times before completing its journey in the Pacific Ocean.
NITDA-backed AI framework wins two IPRA Golden World Awards
Nigeria’s efforts to use artificial intelligence in managing misinformation and digital threats during crises have received international recognition, with a framework backed by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) winning two 2026 IPRA Golden World Awards.
IT expert urges businesses to prioritise data security
The Country Manager, Zoho Nigeria, Mr Kehinde Ogundare has urged Nigerian businesses to prioritise data security, privacy, access control and business continuity in their technology decisions.
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