…a controversial ₦6.44 billion budgetary allocation earmarked for a "Special Presidential Support Group for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers."The allocation was included in the national budget despite Nigeria's elimination from the qualification process in November 2025, roughly a month before the 2026 budget was presented…

…The retired intelligence officer also appealed to Nigerians to exercise patience and support security agencies, stressing that rescue operations require time, strategy and public cooperation rather than pressure for instant results.His comments come days after the federal government announced the rescue of all pupils a…

…Affairs Commission, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s anti-money laundering reforms through the management of the country’s Beneficial Ownership Register and continued collaboration with relevant agencies and civil society organisations. Nigeria strengthened its anti-…

…the State Programme Coordinator of the FGN/IFAD-VCDP, Dr Eunice Adigizi, said the support would cover the cultivation of 195 hectares of rice and 140 hectares of cassava across the benefiting communities. According to Adigizi, beneficiaries comprise 31 rice farmer organisations and 23 cassava farmer organisations drawn…

…of sustained collaboration among Nigeria’s security institutions and the continued support of the Federal Government in tackling insecurity across the country.” While congratulating the rescued pupils, teachers and their families, the senator cautioned politicians and public office holders against politicising security…

…the final forfeiture order, relying on a 47-paragraph affidavit and 46 exhibits filed in support of the motion. The EFCC counsel argued that Malami had failed to satisfactorily explain the legitimate sources of the assets and urged the court to order their permanent forfeiture.In response, the counsel representing the…

…the late singer's death.In a recent video, he appealed to the public to continue supporting the case, expressing gratitude that many Nigerians remain interested in getting justice for his son.According to him, the unresolved paternity issue is also one of the reasons Mohbad's burial has been delayed. Watch video below:…

…have also been directed to verify that each groom has a reliable source of income to support his family. The wedding ceremony will take place in Birnin Kebbi in the presence of Governor Nasir Idris, Islamic clerics and other dignitaries. Argungu said the governor's wife's NANAS Foundation would provide beds, mattresses…

…noticed a change in the way his family treated him. He claimed that despite previously supporting several relatives financially, they began looking down on him because he no longer had a source of income. The man also alleged that his girlfriend was no longer welcome to visit him because his family believed she was eat…

…into releasing their captives after surrounding their hideout and cutting off their support channels. Ngoshe, while speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, praised the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for the successful rescue operation, urging Nigerians to acknowledge their e…

…election, awarding $1 million daily to swing-state voters who signed a petition supporting the First and Second Amendments.While a Pennsylvania judge allowed that giveaway to proceed through Election Day, Wisconsin's prosecutors must now decide if the 2025 high court cash rewards crossed the line into unlawful criminal…

…PUNCH Online reports that Ekubo died on May 12, 2026, after spending hours on life support. His family said he died at Evercare Hospital in Lagos from complications arising from advanced metastatic kidney cancer. Ogbonna said the reality of losing someone close could not be understood until it was experienced personall…

…Road, was killed during a confrontation involving the Maiduguri Special Vigilantes supporting ongoing counter-banditry operations. His body was subsequently displayed to residents in Anka as proof of the operation’s success. However, the latest video suggests the slain individual was another bandit commander known by t…

…including Gloria, the AI-powered Glo Café voice assistant capable of providing customer support in six languages. The company also highlighted the expansion of its 'Borrow Me Credit' service to ensure uninterrupted connectivity for subscribers with low or exhausted balances, alongside the ongoing revitalisation of the…

…making her Nigeria’s First Lady. Barau made the remark on Tuesday during plenary while supporting a proposal that senators’ attendance be taken at the end of each sitting to recognise lawmakers who remain in the chamber until adjournment. According to him, dedication to legislative work attracts rewards not only from t…

…and equal opportunities for women and men. He added that the French Embassy continued to support women, young people, and persons with disabilities to promote their economic and social empowerment. Fonbaustier also underscored ongoing cooperation in agriculture through the French Development Agency, particularly projec…

…state-backed vigilante organisations created to complement federal security agencies. Supporters of state police argue that decentralised policing would strengthen intelligence gathering, improve response time, deepen community policing and enhance local ownership of security. Critics, however, have consistently warned…

…Nigerians to rally behind Team Nigeria throughout the competition. “I want Nigerians to support us—not just me, but every athlete representing the country. Family and friends should continue to encourage us and support us in every way they can. Thank you so much,” he added. Ashe’s confidence comes as the Federal Govern…

…Oyo Assembly backs Makinde The Oyo State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, reaffirmed its support for Makinde’s call for an independent international investigation into the circumstances surrounding the abduction of schoolchildren and their teachers in Oriire LG. It maintained that an international probe remained necessar…

The World Bank Group and Visa Foundation are supporting women-led small businesses across emerging markets through a programme focused on improving access to finance, digital tools, business training and stronger financial ecosystems. The partnership, which initially targets India, South Africa, Nigeria, Colombia and M…

…noted that Akume, a former governor of the state, thanked the delegation for their support and commitment, urging them to remain united and focused on the collective development of the state. He said unity and cooperation among APC stakeholders remained critical to sustaining political stability and ensuring that the p…

…Territory, Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he relies on his wife's prayers for continued support from President Bola Tinubu, stressing that such backing is essential for ministers to deliver on their mandates.Wike spoke on Tuesday, July 14, during the inauguration of the Water Supply Network to Bwari Satellite Town in B…

…the 82-year-old author plans to deposit the sum into an interest-yielding account to support her retirement, keeping it preserved until Trump's final rehearing petition is formally resolved. Her legal representatives are working on a contingency basis and will not be taking any fees from this specific payout. Expressin…

…made this successful operation possible. "CP Agbonika also appreciates the continued support of the Edo State Government and members of the public, whose timely and credible information remains invaluable in the fight against crime. "The Edo State Police Command wishes to reassure residents that operations against kidn…

…Canada, IRCC, forms part of Canada's efforts to attract international talent to support key sectors of its economy.Canada invites skilled foreign workers to explore employment opportunities. Photo: GettyImages The government said skilled workers have multiple options to live and work in Canada through its immigration p…