…sharp warning to Iran as diplomacy ends after surprise attack on US base US President Donald Trump warned Tehran was "going to get a beating" for an attempted Iranian attack on US forces in the Middle East. Speaking to Fox News, the US president said, "We are going to beat the f**king sh*t out of them." It comes hours…

…I became smaller and smaller just to make room for his ego. 'When he abused me emotionally, I endured. 'When he abused me verbally, I remained silent. 'When he cheated over and over again, I convinced myself that a good wife keeps her home together. 'I didn't complain. 'I didn't expose him. 'I kept hoping that if I bec…

…gold end in disgrace as Aziz Abdul was disqualified for a headbutt in his quarter-final on Wednesday. Amin famously declared himself the “King of Scotland” in 1976, having developed a fascination with the country with his remark inspiring an Oscar-winning film, “The Last King Of Scotland”. Aziz arrived in Glasgow decla…

…the field,” she added. Her achievement becomes even more remarkable considering the personal challenges she overcame during her studies. Ighedo disclosed that she enrolled for her PhD while married, raising two children and expecting a third. Despite those demands, she completed the programme within the prescribed thre…

…their freedom after enduring abuse and starvation in bandit captivity. A security analyst, Usman, confirmed that the victims were freed after ransom payment. Sharing the photos in a Facebook post on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, Khaleed described the horrific state of the victims as an indictment of our collective failure…

…the offence contravenes the provisions of Section 259(b) and Section 168(d) of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. The defendant, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge. The Magistrate, Lateef A. Owolabi, admitted the defendant to bail in the sum of N500,000 with two sureties in like sum. Mr Owolabi adjourned the…

…According to the statement, the fugitive was arrested by operatives of the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja on July 18. Iniedu said Jinlian is accused of masterminding the illegal shipment of two consignments of tree pangolin scales from Nigeria to China between November 2018 and April 2019. Two of his acco…

…digital infrastructure and AI-ready talent to compete globally, while strengthening regional trade through the African Continental Free Trade Area. Cardoso also highlighted Nigeria’s recent reforms, including exchange rate unification, improved transparency in the foreign exchange market and tighter monetary policy, sa…

…order, as 10 suspects including three Mexicans face trial over an alleged international drug operation in Ogun State. ..... AFP The makeshift laboratory, concealed inside a forest spanning the Abidagba and Iroto communities in Ogun State, was dismantled on Wednesday by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Ag…

…billionaire Vincent Bolloré, including CNews television, Europe 1 radio and Le Journal du Dimanche newspaper.French authorities allege that she has consistently promoted Kremlin narratives on Russia's war in Ukraine and broader relations between Russia and the West. According to the expulsion order, cited by French med…

The Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, has disclosed that discussions are at an advanced stage to secure the enrolment of inmates into the National Health Insurance Scheme as part of efforts to improve healthcare delivery across custodial centres nationwide. Nwakuche stated thi…

Disturbing videos showing the final moments of late UniJos graduate and model Ibrahiam Mbaya have begun circulating on social mediaMbaya was accused of stealing an iPhone before he was beaten with planks while bystanders watched, and others fetched more items to use on himFour suspects have since been arraigned in conn…

…is as he urged Nigerians to learn from those painful episodes to foster unity and national development. Obasanjo spoke in Umuahia during the 60th memorial service held in honour of Nigeria’s first military Head of State, Gen. Johnson Thomas Umunnakwe Aguiyi-Ironsi, who was assassinated on July 29, 1966. The former Pres…

…(Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, as amended, federal universities enjoy institutional autonomy. He explained that decisions relating to the employment of academic staff, inter-university transfers and appointments into senior management positions fall within the statutory responsibilities of the university’s Governing C…

…The BoT chairman stressed that TETFund-sponsored projects must not be undermined by internal bureaucracy or institutional politics, insisting that all approved interventions must be completed within stipulated timelines. To address the challenge permanently, the Board approved a number of immediate measures for impleme…

…Congress (ADC) has raised fresh concerns over the neutrality of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general election, even as it welcomed the Court of Appeal’s judgment overturning a Federal High Court ruling that sought to deregister the party, describing the verdict as a major boost…

…South-West Development Commission to measure its success not by the volume of its internal processes but by the quality of roads built, jobs created, businesses supported and communities transformed. Shettima made the remarks when he received the commission’s management on a courtesy visit at the Aso Rock Presidential…

…first live-action superhero.The high-fidelity digital model has been built to professional production standards and will function as the master asset for a range of upcoming projects, including animation, video games, premium collectables, merchandise, and screen productions. The studio says the model will also serve a…

…to launch the IPO that month, describing it as a chance for Nigerians and institutional investors to share in the refinery's growth.The offering is expected to rank among the continent's biggest equity transactions and would represent the most significant addition to Nigeria's capital market in years. Regulators have l…

…the state’s 13 local government areas, stressing that violators would face stiff penalties. The government said the warning was part of efforts to combat the effects of climate change, which it said had contributed to extreme weather conditions and environmental degradation. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environ…

…and closed their cases. The matter is adjourned to September 23, 2026, for adoption of final written addresses,” Babaleye said. He claimed the injunction barring the government from approving any appointment remains in force. “Despite the existence of this subsisting court order, the Ondo State Government went ahead to…

…choices will provide assurance for their future.On his part, the Chairman of the National Population Commission, Dr. Aminu Yusuf, said approximately 70 per cent of Nigeria's population is under the age of 30.He added that the size of the youth population presents immense opportunities for innovation, productivity, entr…

…announces revised campaign timetable for 2027 general elections The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a revised timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 General Elections. According to the timetable, the commission fixed June 27 to July 11, 2026, for the submission of nomination for…

South Sudanese asylum seeker jailed after showing up at a school with arsenal of weapons and petrol to 'start a fire' A South Sudanese asylum seeker has been sentenced to prison for two years after arriving at a school carrying an arsenal of weapons and containers of petrol in what prosecutors described as a plan to st…

…of N73,000, medical bills, feeding and antenatal care, N100,000 for feeding and nutritional supplements, N200,000 legal fees incurred by the 1st complainant and father of the girl, Mohammed Njidda. The court also ordered that the convict pay the sum of N20,000, to the 2nd complainant, his pregnant girlfriend, as mainte…