The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN), Lagos Division, has ordered the immediate reinstatement of 70 Nigerian Army personnel who were convicted by courts-martial in 2014 but later granted an unconditional presidential pardon by former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a judgment delivered on July 20, 2026, Justi…
GistReel An awkward but humorous conversation between two BBNaija Season 11 housemates, Temi and Chimsom, has stirred reactions online shortly after the new season premiered. In the exchange, Temi asked Chimsom his age before asking him to guess the ages of the other housemates and her own. After Chimsom guessed she wa…
By MOSHOOD OSHUNFUREWA How can Nigerian public officials defend the indefensible without being ashamed? It requires a careful blend of statistical obfuscation, semantics, former senator Patrick Obahiagbon-style linguistic gymnastics, and an unwavering belief that the Nigerian people are either too gullible or too preoc…
“Economic policies should be assessed based on their impact on the welfare of citizens. Any economic policy that does not improve on the welfare of the people is inherently ineffective.” Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, July 16, 2026. Tinubunomics, based on HRH Sanusi’s measure of economic policy effectiveness…
By Efe Onodjae Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr Peter Obi, has said Nigeria’s political parties lack ideology, adding that politicians accused of corruption appear to be absolved once they defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. Obi dismissed suggestions that the endorseme…
Big Brother Naija reality show, BBNaija, has officially unveiled the first set of Season 11 housemates. DAILY POST reports that the 2026 edition of the reality show premiered on Sunday evening. The first set of contestants competing for this year’s record-breaking N160 million grand prize was introduced during the show…
The 11th season of Big Brother Naija officially premiered on Saturday, with 24 housemates unveiled to compete for the show’s grand prize of N160 million under the theme “Show Yourself.” The reality show organisers introduced contestants from different parts of Nigeria and beyond, each promising drama, strategy, and ent…
Barcelona’s Women midfielder, Aitana Bonmati, has named three players that deserves to win the men's Ballon d'Or this year. Bonmati, who won the 2023 female Ballon d'Or, named Argentina captain Lionel Messi and Spain duo Rodri and Pau Cubarsi to win the prestigious individual Golden Ball trophy. Speaking to Mundo Depor…
The Akinfiwatolu of Egbaland, Chief Mustapha Abdulhakeem Owolabi, popularly known as MAO, on Sunday urged the people of Egbaland not to ignore the recent observations by renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana on the dangers of flawed political party primaries, describing them as a direct warning against the impositio…
Man sentenced to 20 years for s3xually abusing his 17-year-old daughter in Ghana A 47-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment with hard labour after being convicted of incest against his 17-year-old biological daughter in the Upper West Region, Ghana. The convict, Kwame Ti-Zaaeku, was found guilty by …
Davido gifts singer, Mayorkun, a Tesla Cybertruck Singer Davido has gifted his signee, Mayorkun, a Tesla Cybertruck. Davido shared the news on social media this evening, stating that the car will be delivered to the singer tomorrow, July 27. by Linda Ikeji at 26/07/2026 9:15 PM | Share this Story
Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua must take place in UK under current deal Top boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn says the long-awaited showdown between British rivals Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua must take place in the UK under the terms of the fight deal signed three months ago.Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh reportedly wants …
Ozonna Soludo pictured with his parents and siblings after sister's graduation Anambra State First Lady, Nonye Soludo, has shared photos with her husband, Charles Soludo and their children, including Ozonna. In the photos posted on her official social media handles on Sunday, July 26, 2026, Ozonna, who was conspicuousl…
I don't know where they kept their brains! - Clergyman David Ibiyeomie slams National Assembly members for passing law penalizing anyone who preaches in commercial buses Clergyman, David Ibiyeomie, has slammed members of the Nigerian Senate for passing a law penalizing anyone who preaches in commercial buses Recall tha…
"He didn't invite anybody in the family because we don't have money" - GehGeh's sister speaks on his wedding GehGeh's sister has claimed that none of their family members were invited to the social media personality's wedding because they are not wealthy. In a video making the rounds online, she alleged that the family…
The Bauchi State Government denied approving a fixed dowry of ₦1,500 for divorced women after a video spread widely on Facebook and TikTokCommissioner Muhammad Binni said the viral clip also falsely linked the traditional ruler of Zar to the alleged government directiveA social media user named Boroh James Hussaini rep…
The UK government has published official guidance on how long it takes to process a British passport applicationApplicants using the standard service can expect a specific turnaround time, though certain circumstances may extend the waitThe government also outlines urgent options for those who need a passport quickly, …
Passengers at Gatwick Airport experienced major disruption on Sunday after a water outage left both terminals without running water, forcing restaurants and bars to close and creating long queues for toilets. The disruption began after a power failure at SES Water’s Bough Beech treatment works, which supplies the airpo…
BBNaija Season 11 housemate Aikou has revealed that one of his biggest motivations for joining the reality show is to win the ₦160 million grand prize for his Egyptian girlfriend. The freelance web developer made the disclosure during his introduction after becoming the 10th housemate to enter Biggie’s house on Sunday.…
By Ndahi Marama, Damaturu Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and cattle rustlers during a joint operation with local hunters at the Buni Yadi Friday Market in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. Military sources on Sunday revealed that the operation was carried out at …
Spain's government has outlined the exact residency periods foreigners must complete before they can apply for Spanish nationalityThe required period ranges from just one year to a full decade, depending on the applicant's nationality and personal circumstancesNationals of certain African countries, including Equatoria…
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Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged graduating students of Babcock University to embrace faith, resilience and innovation as they step into a rapidly changing world, stressing that lasting success comes from courage, perseverance and a willingness to break new ground. Delivering the 2026 Undergraduate Convoca…
The Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of covertly backing President Tinubu's 2027 re-election ambitionThe group claimed Obasanjo used Kwankwaso as a tool to pull Peter Obi out of the ADC after failing to impose Obi as its presidential candidateYoruba Ronu President Akin Malaolu sai…
Australia's Department of Home Affairs has outlined specific circumstances under which a citizenship application must be refusedCriminal history, unresolved identity questions, and national security concerns are among the key grounds for rejectionApplicants who are outside Australia at the time their application is dec…