Nigerian-born immigrant who robbed four men in one day is jailed for five years in the UK A Nigerian-born immigrant who robbed four men has been jailed for five years in the UK. Wasiu Smith, 26, stole several phones, a work laptop and an heirloom ring worth £600 during a series of robberies outside Farringdon Tube stat…
…misuse the outfit.Speaking during Hannu Da Yawa, a live Hausa programme on Radio Nigeria Kaduna, Barau, who chairs the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, described President Bola Tinubu's push for state police as a "masterstroke" aimed at tackling Nigeria's long-standing security challenges.He explained that the…
…INEC operates based on the legal framework guiding elections and the electoral system in Nigeria. Of course, we are talking about the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended, the Electoral Act, and INEC's guidelines and regulations."So, based on that, the recognised leadership of ADC, accordin…
…INEC operates based on the legal framework guiding elections and the electoral system in Nigeria. “Of course, we are talking about the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended, the Electoral Act, and INEC’s guidelines and regulations. “So, based on that, the recognised leadership of ADC, accord…
Nigerian skit maker and actress, Maryam Apaokagi popularly known as Taooma, has revealed that her mother and the everyday behaviour of African parents remain the biggest source of inspiration for her comedy content. Speaking in an interview with TheCable, which was shared on X on Monday, the content creator explained t…
Each and every one of you is guilty - Danish aid worker Anja Ringgren Lovén slams Nigerians filming malnourished child accused of being a witch in viral video Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgren Lovén has reacted to a viral video of Nigerians filming a child accused of being a witch in a community. Lovén has rescued dozen…
…of the newly introduced examination fees with relief. This is a victory for the Nigerian people. "While I commend the authorities for listening to the widespread public outcry and suspending the policy, it must be said that the fee was an unnecessary burden that should never have been introduced at this time of great h…
"I'm not useless. At 22, you expect me to take care of you and the whole family" - Nigerian lady breaks down during heated exchange with her mother A Nigerian lady has sparked conversations online after an emotional video captured a heated altercation between her and her mother. In the viral clip, the visibly upset you…
The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has called on Muslims across Nigeria to look out for the new moon of Safar 1448AH on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, corresponding to the 29th day of Muharram 1448AH. The appeal was contained in a statement issued on Monday and signed by the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affair…
Nigeria has dominated the list of Africa's most-streamed R&B songs for the year 2025 with the country's artists taking the most spots in top 5. Nigeria has reaffirmed its status as Africa's leading music powerhouse after four Nigerian-led songs secured places in the top five most-streamed R&B tracks on Spotify across t…
Late President Buhari left Nigeria's economy flourishing - Former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has claimed that late President Muhammadu Buhari left the economy flourishing when he left office in May 2023. Sirika said this when he appeared on Arise TV today, July 13.''Preside…
…former minister of forging a degree certificate purportedly issued by the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), and a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate allegedly submitted during his ministerial screening in 2023. The ICPC also alleged that Nnaji unlawfully received about N29.5 million in salarie…
Any s3x you are not enjoying is s3x slavery, even in marriage - Nigerian filmmaker Aniebiet Francis tells women Nigerian filmmaker, Aniebiet Francis, has stated that any s3xual act a woman doesn't enjoy or consent to, is s3x slavery, even in marriage. According to her, a husband has no right to demand s3x or try new s3…
…Expressway as part of efforts to restore environmental order. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Monday. Wahab said the enforcement exercise, which had been ongoing for the past three weeks…
…policing. “This act of service goes beyond duty. It demonstrates the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force under your leadership to protect lives and property, even in the most dangerous hours. The Corps Members and their families are forever grateful,” he added. Akinsola also commended the Divisional Police Officer a…
…Bola Tinubu has directed the National Identity Management Commission to enrol every Nigerian in the national identity database before the end of 2026, the commission’s Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, says. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Coker-Odusote said the dir…
…to protect the integrity of our educational institutions, including the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and the National Youth Service Corps. “We urge the Honourable Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, including the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, to continue d…
The family of Lt. Felix Ademe Isaac, the 28-year-old Nigerian Army officer who died during an operation to rescue abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State, says it is struggling to come to terms with the loss. Lt. Isaac was killed on July 10, 2026, while leading troops in the operation that secured the freedom of teac…
American fitness influencer Ashton Hall names Nigeria his favourite country in Africa American fitness influencer Ashton Hall has named Nigeria as his favourite country after touring parts of Africa. Speaking about his experience, Hall described Nigeria as the "African Miami," saying it stood out as the country he enjo…
GistReel A Nigerian woman has been left heartbroken over the NRC Ponzi scheme crash after investing her husband’s money. In a video posted to her TikTok handle, @asa-gkt, the woman shed light on the situation. Woman Cries Out According to the woman, she explained that she had been struggling to inform her husba…
…at all levels, the abolition of public examination fees and sweeping reforms across Nigeria's education sector. Sowore, who shared the policy document on his verified X handle on Monday, said no child would be required to pay for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, the National Examination Council e…
…football, a period that impacted his international career and cost him his place in Nigeria's senior national team. Chippa United announced the goalkeeper's return on Sunday through its official social media channels, expressing delight at welcoming him back to the Eastern Cape.The club wrote: "Chippa United Football C…
18-year-old UK-based Nigerian convicted of murd€r after social media feud turned d3adly An 18-year-old UK-based Nigerian, Emmanuel Popoola, has been found guilty of m¥rdering an 18-year-old man following a gang rivalry that reportedly escalated from an exchange on social media. Popoola and co-defendant Tayvon Etefia we…
A founding member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Osita Okechukwu, has said Nigerians are no longer focused on the controversy surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim ticket, insisting that they are now more concerned about stomach infrastructure. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV’s Sunday Polit…
…the incident, the victim's son, Mr. Owoade Abiola, said security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Amotekun Corps, and local vigilante groups, were immediately alerted. A joint search operation was launched and continued throughout the night, but the victim was not found. However, at about 8:20 a.m. on…