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2026 HEADIES to hold in Toronto

HipTV Chief Executive Officer, Ayo Animashaun, unveiled plans to expand the awards' global footprint without disconnecting from its Nigerian audience.

‘Ezeegbo King Of The Boys’ Extradited From Nigeria To US Over Multi-Million Dollar Fraud

A suspected international fraudster, Osondu Victor Igwilo, popularly known as ‘Ezeego King of the Boys,’ had been extradited from Nigeria to the United States...

‘Some Senators Didn’t Sign Natasha’s Suspension Report, Yet Their Name Were Published’ – Oshiomhole

The senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has alleged that the signatures of at least three lawmakers were forged or improperly included in the...

Rabe Abubakar’s widow rescued as military intensifies Katsina offensive

Amina Abubakar, widow of the late retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar, has been rescued by troops during ongoing military operations.

Nigeria’s inflation up 15.93% amid high food prices – NBS

The latest figures show consumer prices increased for the third consecutive month, driven largely by higher food costs across several states.

EXCLUSIVE: 'South African Police, Soldiers Extrajudicially Kill Nigerians': NUSA Alleges State Complicity In Migrant Deaths

“I will never answer such call” – Owerri lady reject NYSC Kano posting over insecur!ty

An Owerri-based lady has taken to social media to lament after NYSC posted her to Kano State amid the country’s security situation. In the video which she captioned...

“Michelle Obama Is a Man” – UFC Fighter Josh Hokit Sparks Outrage After Alleged Remark About Michelle Obama

UFC fighter Josh Hokit has triggered online controversy after a post-match remark that has since gone viral on social media, involving former First Lady Michelle Obama. A...

Crypto game studio Uncharted to shutdown along with Fishing Frenzy

Fishing Frenzy has distributed $62,845 in USDC to community members and refunded another $7,021 in player purchases as its developer, Uncharted, moves ahead with plans to...

Zelle picks India for first cross border remittance launch, unveils ZLUSD stablecoin

The article was updated with a quote from Early Warning Services CEO Cameron Fowler. Zelle operator Early Warning Services has announced plans to launch cross-border remi...

Family Reveals How General Abubakar Died, Says Wife Still In Bandits’ Custody

The family of the late retired Major General Rabe Abubakar has disclosed that he died from a snakebite while in the custody of bandits...

Edo Queens clinch second NWFL Premiership title

Final standings saw Edo Queens top the Super Six table with 10 points

Kaduna to spend N34bn on Rigasa erosion crisis after three decades of neglect

Upon completion, the project is expected to directly benefit more than two million people living and working within the corridor and surrounding areas

2026 World Cup: Scotland Will Make Life Difficult For Morocco, Brazil –McGinn

Scotland star John McGinn has disclosed that the team will make life difficult for both Brazil and Morocco in the 2026 World Cup. Recognizing the opponents’ elite s...

New BSP rules put crypto tokens under deeper scrutiny in Philippines

BSP orders stricter crypto listing, monitoring and delisting standards as the Philippines tightens oversight of VASPs.

India issues over 44,000 crypto VDA tax notices, finds $104M in hidden income

India issued 44,000 VDA tax notices and found $104M in hidden crypto income as stricter reporting rules tighten investor filings.

MSF investigation finds exploitation of women, girls in Chad refugee camps

The MSF found 59 allegations of abuse and misconduct that represent “a serious breach of its values and responsibilities," and declared that it “deeply regrets the ha...

Katsina Gov Reacts as Kidnapped Retired Major General Dies of Hypertension in Bandits’Captivity

The Katsina State Government has announced the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar while in the custody of bandits, describing the incident as a devastating loss...

UN Secretary-General appoints Nigerian as Special Adviser on Africa

Prior to joining the UN, Ms Eziakonwa held positions in several African civil society organisations.

Nigerians React as Senator Announces Extension of Budget Implementation Timeline

A statement attributed to Senator Ireti Kingibe concerning the extension of Nigeria’s budget implementation timeline has generated widespread reactions online, with man...

Iran Fixes July 9 For Khamenei’s Burial

Iran will bury its late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on July 9 at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, according to Iranian state...

PFL Africa Nigeria Preview: Adeshina, Ocheme lead historic Lagos fight night

With tournament places, national pride and continental bragging rights on the line, the inaugural PFL Africa event promises a night of high-stakes action as fighters from...

Xenophobic violence in South Africa is state-sponsored, says Julius Malema

South African opposition leader Julius Malema has accused state institutions of enabling anti-migrant violence, as fresh social media posts expose deep divisions over imm...

Abacha’s Death: I Was Deceived To Villa, Locked In A Room – Former Head Of State Reveals

Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, has revealed the dramatic events that followed the death of General Sani Abacha in 1998 and how...