Nigerian content creator Taaooma revealed she has had to show up and make audiences laugh even during painful private strugglesThe skit maker explained how she manages to switch between four or five characters in a single shoot without losing authenticityTaaooma also identified which of her beloved characters feels clo…

GistReel Anthony Joshua returns to the ring on Saturday night when he faces Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia, with victory expected to move him closer to a long-awaited clash with Tyson Fury. The former world heavyweight champion will make his first appearance since defeating Jake Paul and returning…

•When a president or governor is personally not corrupt, corruption in that government is already reduced significantly By Onochie Anibeze What was intended to be a brief exchange at the airport lasted over thirty minutes as we discussed major issues dominating Nigeria’s politics. Despite waiting to board his flight, P…

Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief ABUJA — The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee to develop the 2026 Value Added Tax (VAT) Modification Order. The Ministry’s Head , Information and Public Relations, Efe Ovuakporie, in a statement, …

By John Alechenu Former Senate Leader, Senator Ali Ndume, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s approval for the expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions, as well as the recruitment of 28,000 more personnel. Ndume, who represents Borno South, said the decision was a step in the right dir…

Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Saturday. Khusanov helped City win the FA Cup and League Cup last season, as well as finishing second in the Premier League. The 22-year-old centre-back joined City from French side Lens in January 2025. He…

Ini Edo and IK Ogbonna were spotted together heading to Soso Soberekon's wedding in Warri on July 24, 2026Fans who spotted the video quickly noted that the late Alexx Ekubo would have completed the trioMany commenters expressed concern over IK Ogbonna's appearance, saying grief over his friend's death was visibleFind i…

…Black market (Buying and selling rates): N1,405— N1,415 The Nigerian naira appreciated against the United States (US) dollar, trading at N1,362.0866 at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) official foreign exchange (FX) window on Friday, July 24, 2026. The data shared on the CBN’s official platform shows that the naira t…

I've never seen N1bn cash in my life - Senator Ali Ndume says as he denies intermediary claim Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, has denied allegations linking him to ransom payments or negotiations with kidnappers, insisting he has never handled ransom money or participated in talks with …

I'm running for a fourth term as President of the United States' - President Trump US President Donald Trump, has joked about running for President for the fourth time. While speaking at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, Trump joked about running for a fourth term, despite the Constitution barring it.…

NFL star Tyreek Hill downplays mother-in-law's stroke as he asks her to turn over communication with her daughter in legal war NFL star Tyreek Hill is asking a court to compel his estranged wife's mother, Alesia Vaccaro, to hand over communications and other records as part of his ongoing legal battle with Keeta Vaccar…

Fake agency originated from Buhari's govt - Budget Office tells House of Reps investigation panel The Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) has explained that the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), which the Tinubu-led government has declared a fake agency and is currently being investigated b…

I want to be a walking fantasy - Woman says after removing six ribs to get 23-inch 'barbie waist' Most people would spend £75,000 on a new car or a house deposit. But for Florida woman Anakaliyah Mooi, that six-figure sum has gone towards transforming her appearance through years of cosmetic surgery and body modificati…

By Benjamin Njoku Veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu of “Fuji House of Commotion” fame is once again battling a serious health crisis and is pleading for public support to fund her treatment. In an emotional video shared on her Instagram page on Thursday, the actress said she needs ₦30 million to undergo three urgen…

Afrobeats singer Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, has debuted a new hairstyle, drawing reactions from fans and other social media users. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the singer shared the new profile photographs on his X handle on Friday, replacing his signature dreadlocks with a low-cut h…

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Seyi Awolowo, has said Nigeria’s educational aspirations should have progressed beyond what he described as the “Akara and Kulikuli” stage, urging the country to focus on innovation and artificial intelligence instead of survival-driven thinking. Awolowo, while appearing on Vanguard’…

Nigeria's impact investment market has provided more than ₦1.1 trillion in financing to over 700,000 SMEs, showing growing investor confidence A recent study found that about $2.7 billion was invested in sectors including fintech, agriculture, healthcare and renewable energy in seven years While local financing is expa…

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has identified Chelsea winger Pedro Neto as a key transfer target this summerThe move comes as City face uncertainty over Rodri, who is reportedly keen on a transfer to Real MadridChelsea signed Neto for £54m last year, meaning any deal could cost City a significant outlayFind it fa…

Rodri's World Cup Golden Ball win for Spain has pushed him into serious Ballon d'Or contention ahead of the October 26 ceremonyHarry Kane and Kylian Mbappe's chances took a hit after France and England both failed to reach the World Cup finalLamine Yamal and Lionel Messi remain in the running, with Messi chasing a reco…

Lagos State Government has sealed more than 20 properties in Ikeja Local Government Area for allegedly breaching the state’s physical planning regulations. The enforcement operation, carried out by the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority, LASPPPA, forms part of ongoing efforts to tackle illegal developments …

Real Madrid forward, Vinicius Junior has shared a carousel post featuring himself working out with American actor Terry Crews, while also tagging Manchester City’s Erling Haaland to join him for a holiday. After representing Brazil in the 2026 tournament, Vini is currently enjoying his off-season in his hometown of Rio…

20-year-old woman allegedly pours boiling water on her pregnant co-wife in Bauchi, newborn baby d!es The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old woman for allegedly pouring boiling water on her pregnant co-wife, leading to the d3ath of the baby. The incident occurred on July 17, 2026 in Daba Village, Bau…

By Akpokona Omafuaire As chairmen of Delta State’s 25 local government councils mark two years in office, banners, congratulatory messages and official statements celebrating the milestone have begun to appear across the state. Yet beyond the ceremonies and accolades, many residents are asking a more fundamental questi…

By Enitan Abdultawab U.S. President Donald Trump has taken another swipe at NBA superstar LeBron James, suggesting the basketball icon is “maybe a racist” while weighing in on the long-running debate over who is the greatest player of all time. Trump made the remarks on Friday while answering questions in the Oval Offi…

Watching the proceedings of the Senate in recent weeks, one could be forgiven for wondering whether Nigeria’s latest reality show has quietly moved from the television studio to the National Assembly. Read Also: Fake agency originated from Buhari government — Budget Office explains PFIPC allocation If anyone had sugges…