Big Brother Naija Season 11 has unveiled Aikou and Flora as the first recipients of the season's "The Gambit" twist, guaranteeing them places in the house until the grand finale but ruling them out of the race for the ₦160 million grand prize. The announcement was made during Sunday's live show after viewers voted to d…
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has urged Nigerians not to look down on petty traders, saying there is dignity in honest work regardless of the scale of the business. As reported by Vanguard on Sunday, speaking at a one-day training and financial empowerment workshop for widows and wives of service per…
The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture has opened applications for a $150m offshore expansion facility designed to provide Nigerian businesses with long-term, single-digit interest financing for expansion and modernisation. The association disclosed this in a statement issued …
The Ogun State Executive Council has approved the construction of 450 housing units, new official quarters for members of the State House of Assembly, the reconstruction of the Ogun State Governor's Lodge in Abuja, the rehabilitation of strategic roads across the state and the upgrading of some traditional stools. The …
One Nigerian Army officer and a police officer were killed when troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA repelled a terrorist attack on a Forward Operating Base in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The troops also rescued nine abducted civilians during a pursuit of the fleeing attackers. The Army disclosed t…
The Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba Security Squad, says it has dismantled suspected gunmen's camps in Orumba North and Orumba South Local Government Areas, recovering a cache of arms, including two General Purpose Machine Guns and locally made rocket launchers. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Publicity…
…judicial review of their sentence after serving at least 20 years, without requiring the consent of prosecutors. According to prosecutors, Swain’s death was linked to the 2023 murder of 15-year-old Jullian Craig, who was killed during an attempted armed robbery. Authorities said Donavan Harris, 20, was convicted in Jun…
The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria has said the absence of a regulatory framework for real estate developers is fuelling fraud, multiple land sales and building collapses across the country. The President of REDAN, Oba Akintoye Adeoye, stated this at the recently concluded National Housing Data Programme…
The newly elected Chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association, Taraba State Branch, Dr Bitrus-Atizwen Daniel, has pledged to prioritise members’ welfare, strengthen engagement with the government and improve healthcare delivery in the state, promising to lead the association with integrity, transparency and accountabil…
Residents of Tsohon Gari and surrounding communities in Birnin Kudu Local Government Area have been urged not to panic as the Jigawa State Police Command has scheduled a routine shooting range exercise for Sunday (today), August 2, 2026, at the CP AT Abdullahi Shooting Range. This was contained in a statement made avai…
The Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on OPIC, Housing and Special Projects, Prince Farooq Adenugba, has said sustained engagement with young people is critical to promoting inclusive governance and addressing challenges confronting communities across the state. Adenugba, according to a statement he issued on …
The Presidency on Saturday criticised representatives of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria for their conduct during a recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the clerics are not the sole custodians of the truth about the state of the nation. Also, the Independent National Electoral Commissio…
The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency has commenced repairs on the 13-kilometre dilapidated Kano Eastern Bypass as part of measures to reduce traffic congestion in Kano metropolis. The Supervising Engineer, Sarfil Umar, disclosed this while speaking with journalists during an inspection of the project on Saturday in Kan…
A renowned climber who served in the British special forces has died following an avalanche on one of the world’s highest mountains. According to Sky News, the company co-founded by Nirmal Purja – Elite Exped – has confirmed that the former British Army and Royal Marines soldier has died in Pakistan. Purja, known as Ni…
…been paid into the account of Northside Music between 2017 and 2023, insisting he never consented to the arrangement. The singer further claimed that when he confronted Jude Okoye over the alleged discrepancies, he did not get satisfactory answers. He also recounted conversations with Paul Okoye, saying he attempted to…
Management consultant and organisational strategist, Michael Ugbewanko, has been admitted into the Forbes Human Resources Council, an invitation-only organisation for senior human resources executives, chief people officers, founders and business leaders. Ugbewanko, who is the lead consultant at Dmidaf Global Consult, …
The All Progressives Congress candidate for Abia South Senatorial District, Erondu Uchenna Erondu Jr., has rejected reports that his name has been replaced as the party’s candidate for the 2027 general election. As reported by Daily Post, Erondu, in a statement personally signed on Saturday, described the alleged subst…
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday inaugurated the new National Headquarters of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, and commended the Society for its impact on nation-building. While unveiling the edifice named Hassanat Abebi Okunnu House in Surulere, Lagos, the President said government alone cannot build the nation of o…
Star striker Temwa Chawinga created one goal and scored another as Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) giant killers Malawi beat Egypt 3-1 on Saturday to provisionally top Group C in Rabat. Defending champions Nigeria face Zambia later in the Moroccan capital and, if they fail to win, debutants Malawi would qualify …
The Government of Canada has released a list of 10 key tips to help travellers, immigrants, and prospective citizens submit complete applications and avoid mistakes that could delay processing. In a post obtained from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s X handle on Saturday, the guidance encourages appli…
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Saturday declared that his bid for the 2027 presidency is driven not by personal ambition or the privileges of office but by a determination to build a nation where leadership is accountable, institutions are strengthened a…
Former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang has lamented the breakdown of the once cordial relationship between the Fulani and Berom ethnic groups, saying they “should never have become enemies.” Jang made the remark in his autobiography, From Airman to Politics – My Life, unveiled on Saturday in Jos as part of activities…
Former Plateau State Governor and elder statesman, Senator Jonah Jang, on Saturday delivered a sobering message to Nigeria’s political class and citizens, warning that political power is temporary and that only character, faith and service to humanity endure. Jang spoke in Jos during the celebration of his 80th birthda…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Yakubu Jang, son of former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang, as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President. The announcement was made on Saturday by Vice President Kashim Shettima while delivering a goodwill message on behalf of President Tinubu at the 80th birthday cel…
A former member of the House of Representatives, Aminu Danmaliki, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress and joined the Peoples Redemption Party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Danmaliki, who represented Bauchi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and has been active in politics since 2003…