A Nigerian solar technician opened a customer's lithium battery pack brought in for an upgrade and made a deeply alarming discovery about its constructionThe battery had been assembled without a Battery Management System, with wires already melting inside and a dead cell left in the packThe technician shared the inspec…
…mistake,” she said.Her admission comes as she embraces a quieter life away from the lifestyle associated with her time as a Lagos socialite.But Mandy’s message went beyond her own experience.The former socialite encouraged her followers not to allow public opinion to dictate their choices.“It is your life so do you,” s…
Nigeria's external debt climbed from $43.16bn in June 2023 to $54.52bn by June 2026, a rise of about 26%The World Bank Group held the largest share of Nigeria's multilateral debt at $20.73bn as of June 2026The Debt Management Office confirmed total public debt reached N166.79 trillion at the end of June 2026PAY ATTENTI…
…on Sunday, September 20, 2026. In the clip, Chioma showed off her bone-straight hairstyle while admiring herself, prompting a sweet reaction from her husband. Davido gushed over Chioma as he shared the moment with his followers.
A section of the East-West Road in Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, has been washed away following heavy flooding in the area. The development has raised concerns among motorists and residents, as the damaged portion of the major highway could disrupt traffic and pose a serious danger to roa…
The General Court Martial hearing the alleged coup plot case involving some military officers accused of attempting to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has postponed its ruling for the fourth time. The ruling, initially scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, has now been moved to Monday, Oct…
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by Engr. Yakubu Muhammad Kingsley (YMK) against the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), its presidential candidate, Donald Duke, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This was disclosed in a statement signed by Abdulhakeem Ago Abdullahi,…
Veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, RMD, has urged Nigerians to see themselves as ambassadors of the country and recognise that their conduct shapes Nigeria’s reputationSpeaking at the 2026 Pivot Nigeria conference in Lagos, he said reputation is built through consistent actions and challenged Nigerians to uphold their …
Asiko Energy Holdings Limited completed a 5,000-metric-tonne LPG terminal in Ijora, Lagos, nearly 20 years after the project was conceived.The terminal connects to three major jetties and allows Asiko Energy to blend cheaper LPG supplies to meet domestic standards.Nigeria's LPG supply gap remains wide, with NLNG's 500,…
Some airlines are facing flight disruptions after accumulating debts to aviation fuel marketers, leaving passengers stranded at airportsJet A1 is reportedly selling for about N2,130 per litre in Lagos and Abuja, while prices elsewhere range from N2,180 to N2,230 per litreAirlines say rising fuel and foreign exchange-li…
Tall Lizzy has disclosed that an adult video with one or two million views can earn less than $50 on some platformsThe Nigerian adult film actress said the figure is far below what many people assume performers make from viral videosLizzy also opened up about entering the industry for survival, the stigma attached to t…
…now actually prepare for. Paul Onuachu ended an eight-match run without a goal in some style, scoring twice as Trabzonspor put five past Gençlerbirliği, though things turned sour fast when he picked up a knock and had to be helped off. Wilfred Ndidi has kept his head down at Beşiktaş through a summer of transfer noise…
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the government over the condition of more than 1,000 internally displaced persons at the Ramin Kura IDP Camp in Sokoto. Obi raised the concerns in a statement posted on his social media page after visiting the camp on Tuesday, Septe…
Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande launched the National Youth Data Bank project on Tuesday in AbujaThe registration targets youths in both formal and informal sectors, from agriculture and sports to creative and technology industriesEnumerators will be deployed across all 774 local government areas, includ…
Former Monaco striker Victor Ikpeba pointed fingers at Nigeria's defence after the Super Eagles fell 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau in the 2027 AFCON qualifiersIkpeba cleared goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali of blame, arguing the defenders failed to track attackers throughout the matchNigeria sit second in Group L with three points an…
Gbemi, girlfriend of entertainer MC Fish, addressed allegations that she was shading his ex-wife, Anita Joseph, during a live session with Daddy FreezeShe disclosed that fake accounts have been used to attack MC Fish and expressed concern about his emotional well-beingGbemi called on the public to forgive MC Fish, whil…
Naira has gained against the dollar in official and parallel markets as interbank FX turnover surged 226% to $80.58 millionStreet-market dollar rates fell to N1,375, narrowing the gap with the official rate to about N45Rising external reserves and oil prices support the naira, but traders will watch whether gains can c…
GistReel A Nigerian lady has recounted her difficult experience working as a maid in Cairo, Egypt, after travelling there from Nigeria in 2016 in search of a greener pastures. Speaking during an interview with content creator Egungun, the woman, now in her early 30s, revealed that she worked as a maid for seven years a…
Economists and financial experts have reacted as Nigeria’s debt profile surged to N166.79 trillion amid the country’s plan to secure a fresh $1.5 billion loan from the World Bank. DAILY POST reports that data released by Nigeria’s Debt Management Office, DMO, showed that the country’s debt profile had grown to N166.79 …
NEW YORK, September 23, 2026 – “Nigeria is giving investors a clearer way to see opportunities that extend across state lines and into West African markets,” according to the Minister of State for Regional Development, Hon. Uba Maigari Ahmadu, who told USAFRICA Business Week® 2026, in a keynote on President Bola Ahmed …
Apostle Michael Orokpo called out VDM during a church service for mocking a colleague's physical appearance while giving life adviceThe clash stems from Apostle Arome Osayi's IEC 2026 sermon positioning Nigeria as a nation with a divine end-time spiritual assignmentVDM and Solomon Buchi had both challenged Osayi's mess…
Maduka Okoye took to Instagram shortly after Nigeria's heavy defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their AFCON 2027 qualifierStanley Nwabali faced fierce criticism from Super Eagles fans after failing to respond to any of the three goals he concededOkoye, who was first choice when Nwabali was absent, has been an unused substitute…
…to African cinema and culture.Nollywood legend Pete Edochie celebrated in grand style in Ghana. >Videos circulating on social media captured the warm atmosphere at the airport, showing crowds cheering as Edochie arrived. The actor himself acknowledged the reception by resharing some of the clips on his Instagram story.…
Barrister Emeka Ugwuonye forgot to mute his microphone before picking up Judy Austin's call during a Facebook Live session after her court appearanceJudy Austin called the lawyer immediately after leaving Abuja's FCT High Court on September 29, 2026, reportedly seeking feedback and further instructionsThe accidental le…
By EmekaAnaeto, Babajide Komolafe & Emma Ujah The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that the nation’s Net External Reserve had plunged to a mere $859 million as of the second quarter of 2023, a clear negative position unprecedented in the history of the bank, and also less than a month imports bill. The apex b…