Nigeria’s leadership challenge has returned to the spotlight. Peter Obi says the country needs competent, accountable and compassionate leaders to unlock its vast potential and improve the lives of citizens. ABUJA, FCT — Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has said Nigeria needs competent, accountable and compassionate leadership to fully harness its abundant…
A viral photo has triggered a strong reaction from Nkiru Sylvanus’ husband. He says he will not accept false claims about his marriage and has warned of possible legal action. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Riches Sammy, the husband of Nollywood actress Nkiru Sylvanus, has responded to a photo of the actress circulating on social media, warning…
Nigeria’s Islamic calendar has entered a new month. The Sultan of Sokoto has officially declared Thursday, July 16, as the first day of Safar 1448AH after no verified crescent moon sighting. SOKOTO, SOKOTO STATE — The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Thursday, July 16, 2026, as the first day of Safar…
A Nigerian Catholic priest serving in the United States has died in a tragic incident. His death came after reports that he had been instructed to return to Nigeria. UNITED STATES — A Nigerian Catholic priest, Father Benjamin, has died in the United States, according to church authorities. Reports indicate that the priest had recently…
A former anti-trafficking chief has raised concerns over alleged child trafficking methods in Nigeria. Julie Okah-Donli says some women fake pregnancies before presenting babies as their own. ABUJA, FCT — Julie Okah-Donli, former Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), has alleged that some women use steroids to create…
A single social media post changed everything. A woman says she discovered the extent of her husband’s alleged affairs after his photo appeared online and dozens of women shared their experiences. LAGOS, NIGERIA — A woman has narrated how a viral social media post allegedly exposed her husband’s relationships with multiple women, forcing her to…
Questions continue to surround the death of Mary Habila. The physiotherapist died at the residence of Minister of Works David Umahi in Ebonyi State, prompting an official response and a renewed call for an autopsy. UBURU, EBONYI STATE — Minister of Works David Umahi has directed that an autopsy be carried out following the death…
A message of hope took centre stage in Abuja. Oluremi Tinubu declared that Nigeria would become a peaceful and fruitful nation during the inauguration of a major water supply project. ABUJA, FCT — First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has prayed for peace, prosperity and an end to death and barrenness in Nigeria during the inauguration of…
Thousands of applicants have reached the next stage of the Nigerian Air Force recruitment exercise. The Air Force has released the names of successful BMTC 46/2025 candidates ahead of training scheduled to begin on July 19. ABUJA, FCT — The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the release of the list of successful candidates for…
President Bola Tinubu has unveiled a major shift in Nigeria’s cocoa industry. The Federal Government says the country will prioritise local processing over exporting raw cocoa to increase economic value and create more jobs. ABUJA, FCT — President Bola Tinubu has announced that Nigeria will move away from exporting raw cocoa and instead focus on…
