Politics

JUST IN 🇳🇬🏗️ : COAS commissions new accommodation blocks in Port Harcourt — Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu on Friday, 3 July 2026, inaugurated housing at 6 Division, reaffirming welfare for troops as a priority to boost morale, readiness and operational efficiency, while commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for continued support to the Nigerian Army.

“My mother sold akara and my father was a farmer. The First Lady’s advice is genuine. Everyone cannot be bankers.”

— Minister for Works, David Umahi, defends First Lady Remi Tinubu.

Ugandan Music Legend’s Body Exhumed 20 Years After Death Over Paternity Dispute – Only 4 of 25 Children Are His

Nearly 20 years after his death, the body of legendary Ugandan musician Paul Job Kafeero has…

FG Secures Release of Six Nigerians Detained in Côte d’Ivoire Without Trial

The Federal Government has secured the release of six Nigerians who were detained in Côte d’Ivoire…

Yakubu Begins New Diplomatic Role as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Qatar After Decade as INEC Chairman

Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, former Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission from 2015 to 2025, has…

Oba of Benin Places Curse on Kidnappers, Armed Robbers, Criminals in Spiritual Crackdown

The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has placed a spiritual curse…

Prince of Oyo, Descendant of Sango, Represents Yoruba Heritage at UNESCO Event in Brazil

The prince of Oyo, descendant of Sango, the Yoruba deity of thunder and lightning, is currently…

Ronaldo’s First-Ever World Cup Knockout Goal Seals Dramatic Portugal Win as VAR Denies Croatia

Cristiano Ronaldo, the greatest footballer of all time, added another legendary moment to his storied career…

Afenifere Seeks Review of State Police Bill, Warns Against Abuse by Governors

By Ademola AdekusibeJul 3, 2026 The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has called for a review of…

BREAKING 🇳🇬⚖️: Actress Adunni Ade Sues Google LLC for ₦100 Million Over Alleged Defamation

Actress Adunni Ade has reportedly filed a ₦100 million lawsuit against Google LLC over alleged privacy…

JUST IN 🇳🇬🏫: Ogun State launches the Safe School Initiative, sets up a security committee and begins fencing public schools to strengthen protection for students, teachers and school communities.

🇳🇬👑: Ooni of Ife honours Ile Ife born actor Baba Ijesha with the Baba Awada Kọngẹ̀ Òduwà chieftaincy title and a brand new car to mark his marriage and the birth of his son.