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Suicide Prevention Bill: ADC faults Akpabio over ‘seven virgins' remarks
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for the decriminalisation of attempted suicide in Nigeria, criticising Senate President Godswill Akpabio over his reported reference to “seven virgins” during debate on a proposed suicide prevention law.
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‘Don’t conclude, we are trusting God’ – Woli Agba urges fans amid Toluwanisings’ death reports
Court awards N125,000 cost against rapper Odumodublvck
FOLA samples author Chimamanda Adichie’s words on new album
Burna Boy reportedly crosses 2bn Spotify streams in 2026
Nigerian singer Burna Boy has reportedly surpassed two billion Spotify streams in 2026, a milestone that could set a new annual record for an African artiste on the platform.
BBNaija’s Ricky gets 4-bedroom apartment, MacBook, ₦5m from fans
Former Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate Ricky has received several expensive gifts from his fans in celebration of his birthday, including a four-bedroom apartment, a MacBook and ₦5 million in cash.
Nkechi Blessing celebrates two years of celibacy
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday has celebrated two years of celibacy, attributing the milestone to God. The actress announced the achievement in a social media post on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, alongside photographs of herself aboard an aircraft.
CAF increases annual subventions of 54 member associations
The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has announced a 33 per cent increase in the annual subventions of the 54 CAF Member Associations and a further 20% increase for the CAF Zonal Unions.
NSC targets N1 trillion sports infrastructure fund
The National Sports Commission (NSC) is working to mobilise a N1 trillion infrastructure fund to accelerate sports development, rehabilitate facilities, and attract private sector investment into the Nigerian sports economy.
Pan-African Games: 400 student-athletes compete for school bus, honours
No fewer than 400 student-athletes will compete for honours at the second Pan African School Games, with a brand-new school bus sponsored by Mikano Changan Motors among the prizes.
Meet Ogundipe twins who shared one wife in the 70s
In December 1976, 24-year-old Patricia Adewuyi reportedly met identical twins Kehinde and Taiwo Ogundipe at a palm-wine bar in Lagos.
I'm not willing to spend on expensive clothes, others — Davido's sister, Sharon
Recalling her wedding day, Sharon shared that her husband spent $2,000 on her wedding gown, while she took care of the dresses for her 13 bridesmaids and about four or five hostesses.
My pastor is from Nigeria, Nicki Minaj says
Nicki Minaj says her Nigerian pastor influenced her advocacy for Christians in Nigeria as she urges more celebrities to speak out.
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Police arraign suspects over N710 proof-of-funds fraud
The suspects were identified as Elvis Osazee Eghile, Egharevba MaryJane Osarieyekemwen, Precious Omonigho Irbhogbe, Aghatise Kelvin Uhuenkpoewen, Nweke Nnamdi Emmanuel, Obinyan Esther, Egharevba Emmanuel Osagioduwa, and Emmanuel Obinyan Osenonome.
2027: Governance won’t take back seat to campaigns, says Tinubu
Tinubu gave the assurance on Wednesday while inaugurating the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) at the State House, Abuja.
Jigawa govt mulls cheaper CNG-powered irrigation pumps
Gov. Umar Namadi said this on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by Ismaeel Ahmed, Chairman, Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV).
We'll never forget Nigeria’s sacrifice for peace in Sierra Leone —Ex-VP
This is contained in a statement by Mr Sunday Odita, President, Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN), and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abuja on Wednesday.
Pope Leo XIV faces recovery period after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV is expected to spend about a week in hospital recovering from surgery to remove a cancerous nodule from his right lung, as details of his further treatment remain uncertain.
Nigeria, Ghana arrest 28 in international cybercrime crackdown
An international crackdown on online fraud networks operating in West Africa has led to 28 arrests in Nigeria and Ghana, the identification of 117 human trafficking victims in Ghana and the removal of more than 3.7 million fraudulent social media accounts.
Stock market gains N104bn on renewed buying interest
The market’s year-to-date return consequently rose to 59.16 per cent, while market breadth closed positive with 31 gainers against 17 losers.
LCCI urges FG to tackle six business challenges
The LCCI President, Mr Leye Kupoluyi, made the call at the chamber’s quarterly State-of-the-Nation news Conference on Wednesday in Lagos.
CBN targets ₦369bn liquidity mop-up with treasury bills
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is targeting a net withdrawal of about ₦369.16bn from the financial system through a ₦450bn treasury bills auction, as investors await fresh inflation figures that could influence yields on government securities.
NAFDAC busts counterfeit drinks facility in Lagos, arrests two
NAFDAC says it uncovered a suspected counterfeit drinks facility in Lagos, where two suspects were arrested over alleged revalidation of popular beverages.
FG, states urged to mobilise youths against malaria
The Federal Government and state governments have been urged to engage young Nigerians in grassroots campaigns to prevent malaria and support efforts to eliminate the disease.
40 noma patients to get surgery in Sokoto
Forty patients affected by noma are expected to undergo reconstructive surgery in Sokoto as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, begins its final surgical intervention for the year.
UI elevates Ekiti First Lady, 22 others to professors
The University of Ibadan has promoted the wife of Ekiti State Governor, Prof. Olayemi Oyebanji, and 22 other academics to the rank of professor as part of a broader elevation of 46 members of its academic staff.
TETFund approves DICON for annual funding from 2027
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has approved the enlistment of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) as a beneficiary institution, with annual allocations expected to begin in 2027.
Kebbi Nursing College admits 172, targets first graduates in 2028
The newly established Kaura Gwandu College of Nursing and Midwifery Science in Kebbi State has admitted 172 students, with its first National Diploma and Higher National Diploma graduates expected in 2028.
Oil import licences: Group urges court to protect local refineries
An energy advocacy group, Energy Watchdog, has backed Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s bid to challenge a court ruling on fuel import licences, warning that continued imports could undermine local refining investments.
NNPC profit jumps 55% to ₦431bn in August
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited recorded a 54.5 per cent increase in profit after tax to ₦431bn in August 2026, up from ₦279bn in July, as its revenue and statutory payments also rose.
Dangote Refinery revenue hits $22.5bn as profit surges to $4.7bn
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reported a net profit of $4.725bn for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, reversing the loss recorded in the corresponding period last year as it prepares to raise about ₦2.15tn through a share offering.
Petrol subsidy: Gone in words, back in practice
On May 29, 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced in his inaugural address that “fuel subsidy is gone”. The declaration marked a turning point in Nigeria’s economic policy, immediately raising petrol prices and forcing a painful adjustment for millions of households and businesses. More than three years later, however, the subsidy debate has returned with renewed urgency.
‘I am the Governor’ – Ayedatiwa: Navigating classic hegemonic praxis and power-currency dynamics
To a realist, only power is currency; nothing else matters. In historic times, it was unmistakable: King Henry VIII of England ordered the beheadings of his close allies and principal advisors, Sir Thomas More and Thomas Cromwell.
Fitch’s positive outlook: Turning improved confidence into economic opportunity
Confidence can open investors’ wallets. But can it put more money in Nigerians’ pockets? That is the question Fitch raised by revising Nigeria’s sovereign credit outlook from Stable to Positive while retaining its B rating.
2027: We'll dance to Aso Rock for Tinubu, says Adeleke
“Continue praying for Mr President. If he succeeds, we all succeed. And I know by the special grace of God, we shall get there,” he said.
Police confirm attack on Accord governorship candidate’s supporters in Ibadan
The command’s spokesman, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed the incident to journalists on Wednesday in Ibadan.
APC-PCC inauguration is assault on democracy — ADC-PCC
The ADC-PCC Director of Media and Publicity, Kola Ologbondiyan, stated this while reacting to the inauguration ceremony on Wednesday.
FG targets 90,000km fibre-optic network with €14m grant
The Federal Government has secured a €14m grant from the European Union (EU) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to support preparations for a nationwide fibre-optic network expected to span about 90,000 kilometres.
Africa must focus on investment in digital infrastructure — Hamzat
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has called on governments and the private sector to bridge Africa’s technology scaling gap through sustained investment in digital infrastructure, predictable policies, local innovation and institutional reforms that translate technological breakthroughs into solutions capable of reaching millions of people.
AI cannot replace human judgment in urban planning – NITP
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Ogun State Chapter, says Artificial Intelligence (AI) cannot replace human judgment and local expertise in urban planning.
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