By Folarin Kehinde The National Population Commission (NPC) has stressed the importance of a credible, technology-driven Population and Housing Census, saying Nigeria cannot effectively plan or allocate resources without accurate population data. The Chairman of the Commission, Dr Aminu Yusuf, stated this in Abuja duri…

…that he says perfectly captures the competitive mindset of football icon Cristiano Ronaldo. According to Evra, Ronaldo once lost a game of table tennis to former teammate Rio Ferdinand while other players celebrated Ferdinand’s victory. Evra said Ronaldo was so unhappy with the defeat that he sent his cousin to buy a t…

…that successfully rescued 44 abducted pupils and teachers from the Old Oyo National Park. According to reports, the 28-year-old Nigerian Army officer paid the ultimate sacrifice while participating in the coordinated rescue mission. He was laid to rest the same day in accordance with military tradition. The rescued pup…

…Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) following credible intelligence on their alleged criminal activities. The Command’s spokesperson, Superintendent of Police Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed the arrests in a statement made available to journalists. According to the statement, the operation led to the arrest of one Abubakar…

…complements every skin tone, and provides a neutral canvas that allows the wearer’s personality—and choice of accessories—to take centre stage. From Solemnity to Celebration The true genius of a black outfit lies in its adaptability. By simply swapping a shoe, altering a hairstyle, or shifting from muted silver studs t…

…at Noni Madueke while also hailing Jude Bellingham after England’s World Cup quarter-final 2-1 win against Norway on Saturday. Ibrahimovic said Madueke made the wrong decision during the encounter against Norway, as he also lauded Bellingham, insisting that the Real Madrid midfielder was the most active player for Thom…

…of Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Intelligence sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the individuals surrendered at about 8:30 a.m. on July 10 to troops of C Company, 192 Battalion (Mechanised), deployed in Gwoza. The sources said the group comprised two women, a teenager and an infant who fle…

…in a Facebook post on Sunday, July 12, 2026 after she shared a photo from her traditional wedding. "Some of you congratulating me destroyed my first marriage. Some of you congratulating me hate me. Wait for Amadioha," she wrote. by Linda Ikeji at 12/07/2026 2:20 PM | Share this Story

…Volunteer Corps (HRVC), Ebonyi State Chapter, made the threat during a briefing with journalists in Abakaliki. Other members of the group include the Human Rights Action Group, Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), Good Living Initiative (GLI), and the Victims of EEDC Overbilling, Ebonyi State. Leader of th…

…expensive gifts. It would be recalled that Peller and Jarvis held a private traditional wedding ceremony in Edo state last month. The couple recently announced that their white wedding is scheduled to take place on August 1, 2026, a revelation that also generated widespread reactions across social media. Watch the vide…

…Igboho said the government under Tinubu is determined to deal with all forms of criminalities in Nigeria. The students and staff from Community Grammar School, Ahoro-Esinele, LA Primary School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, were kidnapped for 56 days before they were saved by a group of security officers…

…died at the age of 74. Following his passing, Qatar declared a four-day period of national mourning beginning Monday. Government ministries and public institutions will suspend work, while flags across the country will be flown at half-mast. Nigeria's message of condolence was conveyed in a statement issued on Sunday b…

…and forcing terrified residents to flee into nearby bushes for safety. The National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association, Rwang Tengwong, who confirmed the attack, said the assailants struck under the cover of darkness and unleashed violence on helpless residents. According to him, the attack wip…

…that environmental laws will be enforced without exception. “The ruling is a strong signal to residents and professionals across the state. The Lagos State Government remains committed to enforcing environmental laws without fear or favour,” he said. Adekunle added that no individual is above the law when it comes to p…

…their partners before marriage, noting that character, kindness, respect and emotional maturity are the qualities that truly matter in a lasting relationship. “Keeping your virginity does not automatically make you wife material. Don’t marry a woman simply because she is a virgin, and the same thing applies to men. Vir…

…of Ibadanland has urged government to secure communities sharing border with the National Park. The monarch while reacting to the release of the pupils and teachers kidnapped in Yawota and Ahoro Esinele communities in Oriire LGA while their release were secured on Friday, he said “as follow up to this development, the…

…GoalsMatch ResultsFrance16Group Stage: 10 Round of 32: 3 Round of 16: 1 Quarter-Finals: 2Group Stage: Won 3-1, Won 3-1, Won 4-0 (vs Norway)Round of 32: Won 3–0 vs SwedenRound of 16: Won 1–0 vs ParaguayQuarter-finals: Won 2–0 vs MoroccoArgentina14Group Stage: 9 Round of 32: 3 Round of 16: 3Quarter-Finals: Group Stage: W…

…that their white wedding will be held on 1 August 2026. The couple had their traditional wedding in Benin City, Edo State. I’ve enrolled in marriage counselling to be better husband to Jarvis – Peller

…left soils across many parts of the country fully saturated and unable to absorb additional rainwater. The warning was contained in the NiMet’s Probable Flash Flood Risk Map for the Second Dekad, July 11-20, 2026 made available to reporters on Sunday. Other states identified as vulnerable include Kwara, Oyo, Ogun, Lago…

…dress, only to be told that sewing the preferred corset gown would cost an additional N80,000. “I was shocked because the sewing fee alone was twice the cost of the fabric,” she said. Mrs Bolanle Oyewole, whose daughter is graduating from kindergarten to primary school, said the financial requirements were unjustifiabl…

…reached an agreement in principle to become the new head coach of Germany’s men’s national team following the country’s disappointing exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The former Liverpool manager held talks with senior officials of the German Football Association (DFB) in New York on Friday, with negotiations now ent…

…U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Benin Republic 5-3 in the second leg of the final qualifying round to complete an 8-5 aggregate victory. The Nigerian side confirmed their place at the tournament, scheduled to be held in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, with an entertaining victory at the Stade de Kégué in…

Nollywood actress, Eniola Badmus, has opened up about the emotional challenges surrounding her weight loss journey, revealing that she has continued to face criticism despite transforming her health and lifestyle. The post I was body-shamed for being plus-size and still get dragged for losing weight — Eniola Badmus app…

…múrdéred on July 1, 2026 while returning from a security meeting organized by the Divisional Police Officer in Ohimini Local Government Area. The spokesperson for the command, DSP Udeme Edet, who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, July 11, 2026 said the latest arrests followed sustained intelligence gathering,…

…he claims to have against him.Obi made the vow during an interview with media personality, Chude Jideonwo, stating that his lawsuit against Okonkwo was not intended to silence him but to compel him to substantiate his repeated claims.The NDC presidential hopeful noted that Nigerians deserve to know the true character a…