…Ndidi hilariously explains the 'juju cream' story Jamie Vardy believed came from a Nigerian witch doctor Former Leicester City midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, has shared the funny story behind former teammate Jamie Vardy's long-running belief that a healing cream used on injured players came from a Nigerian witch doctor.Spe…
…ordeal after reportedly being turned back in Doha while travelling to Canada with a Nigerian passport A Nigerian lady has shared her heartbreaking experience after she was reportedly denied boarding during a stopover in Doha while travelling to Canada.In a video, she said she initially thought the situation was a misun…
…of the National Population Commission, Dr Akinola Odeyemi as Managing Director of the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET), and Dr Anthony Inalegwu Godwin as chairman/CEO of the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission. Engineer Julius Oloro, a former council chairman, is the new CEO of the Kwara-based National Centre for…
The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Rabiu Kwankwaso, says he believes the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will honour his pledge to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, revealing that both men signed a written agreement to that effect. Kwankwaso disclosed this dur…
…in addition to the ₦75 trillion it inherited, the minister said much of the increase in Nigeria’s debt stock resulted from the revaluation of foreign loans and the securitisation of Ways and Means advances. He said, “When this administration came into office, public debt was around ₦75 trillion. Many people simply comp…
…to negotiate peace, describing the move as a defining moment in efforts to stabilise Nigeria’s oil-producing region. Jonathan said his relationship with the oil industry began in childhood when he witnessed the development of oil facilities near his community in present-day Bayelsa State. He added that his career later…
…backing required to advance the ambitious pipeline project, which is designed to link Nigeria’s gas resources with markets across West Africa, the Sahel, Morocco and Europe. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Com…
…sharply, pushing up the cost of refined petroleum products and intensifying pressure on Nigeria’s downstream sector.Marketers hike fuel prices nationwide as crude oil surges; Dangote suspends loading. prices surge nationwideSeveral major private depots announced new petrol prices, reflecting the growing impact of risin…
…protection. "Basic Rights Counsel Initiative expresses its sincere appreciation to the Nigeria Police Force; the Honourable Attorney General of Cross River State, Etubom Ededem Ani, for repositioning the Ministry of Justice and strengthening the prosecution of serious criminal cases; and the Judiciary for its unwaverin…
…Barracks along the Kaduna Road in Suleja before being handed over to personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Abuja." He said the family later learnt that 13 of the arrested miners were released on bail after spending a day in military custody, while Yakubu's whereabouts remained unknown. "W…
Nigerian woman narrates how a friend boasted about remaining faithful to her husband since he abandoned her with their kids A Nigerian woman, Uche Eze Ann, has narrated how a friend whose husband abandoned with their kids, once boasted that she was still faithful to him. Uche, who disclosed this in a Facebook post on M…
…Port Harcourt, only to see a molded lion instead of a live lion inside a cage (video) A Nigerian man was left in shock after reportedly visiting a zoo in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and was stunned at the type of ''lion'' he saw in the zoo. In the video shared online, the man showed a lion built with ceramic and trapp…
…at strengthening the professional development of teachers, particularly women, across Nigeria and four other African countries. The initiative was unveiled on Monday with the commencement of a three-day Master Training Programme in Abuja, designed to equip teachers and school leaders with innovative mobile learning too…
The 2026 Global Firepower Index ranked Nigeria third among African countries by military strength, behind Egypt and AlgeriaEgypt topped the continent with a Power Index score of 0.3651, while Algeria held second place despite a slight decline in its scoreThe index assessed military capabilities across more than 60 fact…
…other terrorist acts capable of breaching the peace and safety of our rural communities, Nigerians should continue to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s initiative to collaborate with local communities to tackle insecurity.” Igboho further claimed that incidents of abduction had reduced drastically across the South-…
…to confer the prestigious Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger national honour on Nigeria’s top military leadership, citing recent security successes in Oyo and Borno states as evidence of improved operational effectiveness. Agbese, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State and is the…
…has finally responded to social media calls asking her to leave South Africa for NigeriaLegit.ng reported that the former beauty queen has continued her legal fight against a deportation orderHer response to her critics has also sparked reactions from many South African netizens, who shared diverse viewsFind it fast wi…
…to send anonymous messages. By stamping the claim as “Fake News,” the commission advised Nigerians to disregard the report. The clarification comes amid recurring online scams in which fraudsters circulate fake recruitment notices in the name of the commission to deceive job seekers and extort money from unsuspecting m…
…critical to producing skilled technicians, artisans and technologists capable of driving Nigeria’s industrialisation and economic diversification. The registrar commended the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, for championing reforms aimed at repositioning technical education through increased investment in skills…
Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen signed by FenerbahÀ§e Turkish Women's Super League champions FenerbahÀ§e have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen from fellow Turkish side ABB Fomget.The Istanbul club announced the transfer on Monday, confirming that the 24-year-old has signed a contract that…
…deposit his international passport with the court registrar and must not travel outside Nigeria without the permission of the court. Justice Ekwo held that the offences against the defendant were bailable and that the court had the discretion to grant him bail.The court subsequently adjourned the case until October 5,…
'Who wants to suffer with poor people?' - Nigerian woman slams those making disparaging comments about her newlywed sister's husband A Benue woman, Angela Yarkwan, has slammed those making disparaging comments and questioning her newlywed 'sister' Faith Gaji's choice of husband. Faith and her husband, Chief Tony Yese,…
Terrorists in Nigeria using drones and crypto to boost operations - UN The United Nations (UN) has warned that terrorist groups operating in northern Nigeria and across West Africa and the Sahel are increasingly deploying drones, sophisticated communications technology and cryptocurrencies to strengthen their operation…
…to be accompanying Seyi Tinubu, approached the streamer and informed him that the Nigerian President's son was present. Speed then posed for photographs with the children, and exchanged greetings with Seyi Tinubu. American YouTube sensation IShowSpeed during his 21st birthday celebration in Nigeria...Photo Credit: Nati…
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced the birth of their fourth child, a baby boy, on Sunday, July 19The birth marks the first time a sitting US vice president has become a new father since 1870, according to the White House Historical AssociationVance has been a vocal advocate for higher birth r…