Saturday, August 29, 2026

News Update

“Nigeria’s Borders Are Not Closed, So They Cannot Be Reopened” — Tunji-Ojo Fires Back at Atiku TOURISM — THE UNTAPPED RAW MATERIAL IN YORUBA LAND CDCFIB Releases Shortlist for Oral Interview, Gives Candidates Dates to Check FG Activates Emergency Task Force as Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Katsina, Kano RMAFC, NEITI Strengthen Partnership to Boost Nigeria’s Revenue Transparency Tinubu Orders Forensic Audit of IPPIS, Federal Agencies Over Ghost Workers, Fraud NUPRC Seeks Completion of 10-Storey Headquarters to Boost Nigeria’s Investment Appeal NDLEA Begins Nationwide Training of Counsellors on Standard Rehabilitation Guidelines “Nigeria’s Borders Are Not Closed, So They Cannot Be Reopened” — Tunji-Ojo Fires Back at Atiku TOURISM — THE UNTAPPED RAW MATERIAL IN YORUBA LAND CDCFIB Releases Shortlist for Oral Interview, Gives Candidates Dates to Check FG Activates Emergency Task Force as Diphtheria Outbreak Hits Katsina, Kano RMAFC, NEITI Strengthen Partnership to Boost Nigeria’s Revenue Transparency Tinubu Orders Forensic Audit of IPPIS, Federal Agencies Over Ghost Workers, Fraud NUPRC Seeks Completion of 10-Storey Headquarters to Boost Nigeria’s Investment Appeal NDLEA Begins Nationwide Training of Counsellors on Standard Rehabilitation Guidelines

Politics

BREAKING: Dhul Hijjah Crescent Sighted in Saudi Arabia – Eid Al Adha to Hold Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The crescent of Dhul Hijjah has been officially sighted in Saudi Arabia. Tomorrow, Monday, marks the first day…

“Yorubaland Is Under Siege” – Afenifere Raises Alarm After Bandits Storm Three Oyo Schools, Abduct 45 Pupils

By Ademola Adekusibe17th May 2026 The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has declared that Yorubaland is now under siege…

BREAKING 🇳🇬🗳️: Youths Protest Marginalisation in Kwara Reps Primary – aggrieved groups stage protest over alleged exclusion in the House of Representatives primary in Kwara State, demanding fairness and accountability in the party selection proces.

TRAGIC 🇳🇬🕋: Bauchi Permanent Secretary dies in Saudi Arabia during 2026 Hajj rites while on pilgrimage.

BREAKING 🇳🇬🚨: NDLEA uncovers ammunition hidden in garri and thousands of tramadol pills concealed in palm oil during separate anti narcotics operations.

BREAKING 🇳🇬🚨: IGP Disu visits Ogbomoso community after attack, orders intensified operations for rescue of abducted victims and deployment of additional tactical units.

🚨🚨 Man City Line Up Maresca as Guardiola’s Replacement – Agreement in Place Until 2028

Manchester City have reached an agreement in principle with Enzo Maresca on a deal running until 2028, with…

Semenyo’s Backheel Stunner Seals FA Cup for Man City, Completes Domestic Double Against Chelsea

Manchester City have clinched their eighth FA Cup trophy, defeating Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley on Saturday. Ghanaian forward…

🚨👋🏼 Casemiro Bids Farewell to Old Trafford: “Joining United Was the Best Decision of My Life”

Casemiro will say goodbye to Manchester United today as his time at the club comes to an end.…

🚨 OFFICIAL: Xabi Alonso Unveiled as New Chelsea Manager – Blues Usher in New Era

Chelsea have officially confirmed Xabi Alonso as their new manager. The Spanish tactician was unveiled today, marking the…

Think Yoruba First 4th Annual Yoruba Global Conference – June 6, 2026 at UNILAG

Theme: Yoruba Land in a Multipolar World: The Hope of the Nation as a Nigeria BlocIn collaboration with…

“No Foreign Soldier Took Part in Abu Bilal Al-Minuki Operation” – Nigerian Military Clarifies

The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, has confirmed that no foreign soldier participated in the…

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