…by 86.9 % YoY to N1.131 trillion from N604.587 billion in May 2025. However, the Sukuk Bonds, which comprises Hold Till Maturity, HTM, and Available for Sale, AFS, declined marginally YoY to N92.589 billion from N94.894 billion in May 2025. Commenting on the report, analysts at InvestData Consulting Limited stated: “Th…

…The group’s spokesperson recalled that terrorists attacked Woro and neighbouring Nuku communities on February 3, killing more than 200 residents and abducting over 170 others, including women, nursing mothers and children. He lamented that nearly six months after the incident, families of the victims had yet to receive…

…to learn,” he added. Also speaking, UNICEF Chief of Field Office, Dr Gerida Birukila, described the digitised Annual School Census as a major milestone that would strengthen education planning and improve policy decisions. “There can no longer be excuses. We now have the data required to act. UNICEF will remain with Ka…

…in Nigeria. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s media aide, Onwuka Nzeshi, and made available to journalists. Fubara disclosed that in the last three years, the state government had invested significant resources in expanding the tourism sector because of its desire to develop leisure spots, crea…

…followers across YouTube and TikTok, remains on bail and was permitted to return to the UK before the trial began. The trial continues. by Linda Ikeji at 27/07/2026 6:55 PM | Share this Story

…reasons said the 100-level students were kidnapped at Sure Leaders Lodge in the Bukan Kwato area of Lafia at about 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026. As of the time of filing this report, the police had yet to issue an official statement on the incident. However, the Students' Union Government (SUG) of the universit…

…Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in June 2026 after Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu was elevated to the substantive ministerial position following the exit of Yusuf Tuggar. The development comes amid a diplomatic row between both countries over renewed xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nat…

…One week after the allegation was made, Timi Dakolo reunited with his wife in the UK and Busola Dakolo took to Instagram to share a loved-up photo of her and her husband. "My ears are full of gist," Busola captioned the photos and tagged her husband. "Amebo sweet," Timi responded to his wife's post. by Linda Ikeji at 2…

…programmes.Also speaking, the National Orientation Agency's representative, Kingsley Ukanwoke, described the initiative as a landmark reform that would provide Nigerians with legal identity while giving government more accurate population data for planning. He pledged the agency's support in raising public awareness an…

English football to try new rule against goalkeeper tactical timeouts A new football rule aimed at stopping goalkeepers from faking injuries to force tactical timeouts could be trialled in England as early as this weekend.The proposed change is designed to prevent keepers from disrupting the flow of matches by going do…

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to star in and executive produce a fictional TV drama about a UK soccer agent called Stanley DaltonKingsman director Matthew Vaughn is collaborating with Ronaldo on the project, which has already begun filming in LondonThierry Henry and rapper Dave are among the big names reportedly set to feat…

…male from Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, while another male, Bright Ukwuoma, sustained injuries. According to a statement from the Imo State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Okoye Henry Anipr, "Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect was driving a Lexus ES 350 saloon car with registration numbe…

…Tristan Tate, were arrested earlier this month in Miami after US Marshals executed a UK extradition warrant seeking their return to Britain. The brothers are wanted in connection with charges including rape, sex trafficking and child pornography, which they deny.Tate also claimed he is being held in a Special Housing U…

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband will take on the role of the United Kingdom’s Governor to the World Bank, taking personal leadership of the country’s engagement on international development and climate finance. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office announced the appointment on Monday, saying Miliband wou…

…Meg, who has recently been appointed the nature representative on the board of the UK River Rights Network, said: "The fact that the council voted unanimously is very exciting. "They even applauded at the end - apparently they never applaud! "This really is a history making moment. "We are changing the story and shifti…

…to delivering durable road infrastructure under the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo.He said stricter supervision, compliance with contract specifications and regular quality assurance inspections would now guide every stage of road construction. Ezeobi added that the measures are intended to ensure value for…

Ebola outbreak 'fastest-growing' in history as rapidly rising death toll hits 1,400 The Democratic Republic of the Congo is facing the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record, with more than 1,400 people reported dead and over 3,200 confirmed cases since the outbreak was declared on May 15. According to government fig…

…lovely family photos taken with his wife and kids. The singer visited his family in the UK and they attended church together. He shared photos he took with his wife and the ones taken with his kids and wrote: "Me that is irrevocably BLESSED!!!" This comes after Baddest DJ Timmy accused Timi of owing him money and threa…

…to the statement, FAAN's Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku, has directed an immediate investigation into the episode. FAAN said the investigation would determine whether the conduct of the officer involved complied with the agency's operational procedures, service standards and code of c…

…proof of funds at the point of application. The updated guidance, published by the UK government on its website, listed Botswana, Mauritius and Tunisia as the only African countries whose nationals will not be required to provide financial evidence upfront unless requested during the visa decision-making process. Other…

…repeatedly urged the public to disregard unverified claims circulating on social media, TUKO Sport reports.Various theories about the cause of death spread online, but none were supported by any medical or police evidence, and those close to the family pushed back firmly against the speculation.Adams is survived by his…

…prompting the court action. Counsel to the claimants, Funmi Falana, SAN, leading Chukwuma Onwumene, argued that the presidential pardon completely erased every legal consequence of the convictions, including the soldiers’ dismissal from service. The legal team maintained that since the dismissals were directly linked t…

…N160 million grand prize was introduced during the show’s launch by host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Here is the list of the contestants: 1. Tram Tram is a 24-year-old Lagos-based streamer who stated that he has no interest in romance or distractions on the show. 2. Martins Martins, 30, is a visual storyteller and model from Ko…

…to bring an “Italian experience” into the house. Anambra-born pharmacist Chimsom Chuka said his focus is to enjoy the experience while remaining authentic. “I want Nigerians to say they had fun watching me,” he said. Benue-born web developer Keivo described himself as logical and original, saying viewers would remember…

Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua must take place in UK under current deal Top boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn says the long-awaited showdown between British rivals Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua must take place in the UK under the terms of the fight deal signed three months ago.Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh reportedly wants…