The Dangote Refinery has reduced its total debt by about ₦798 billion in the first half of 2026, bringing its liabilities down to roughly ₦7.9 trillion. The reduction comes at a significant time, as the refinery has opened its historic ₦2.15 trillion Initial Public Offering to investors. According to the company’s IPO prospectus, total debt…
At least 98 Nigerians have been killed in South Africa since 2022 in mob attacks, hate-related violence and alleged extrajudicial killings, according to Nigerian officials. The figure has become a major point of concern as anti-migrant tensions continue to put Nigerians and other African nationals at risk. The crisis is no longer only about individual…
The Ondo herbal drink tragedy has raised fresh concerns about the safety of locally produced alcoholic beverages after 29 people died in communities across Odigbo Local Government Area. The Ondo State Government said 60 suspected cases have been recorded, with three people still receiving hospital treatment and another 27 under medical observation. Most of those…
Manchester United face Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday in a derby that could reveal how much progress Michael Carrick’s side has actually made. United have taken four points from their opening three Premier League matches, while Manchester City have won all three of theirs. That makes the Manchester United vs Manchester City 2026…
Five years after their marriage became a subject of intense online discussion, Nollywood couple Stan Nze and Blessing Obasi celebrate 5th anniversary with an emotional celebration that puts their relationship, rather than the criticism surrounding it, back in focus. The couple renewed their vows during an outdoor ceremony on Friday, sharing affectionate moments that included…
The Super Falcons coaching team is taking shape ahead of Nigeria’s 2028 Olympic qualifying campaign, with former Nigeria international Ayisat Yusuf joining Christopher Danjuma as an assistant coach under interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen. The appointments bring two different forms of experience into the setup. Yusuf offers a former player’s perspective after representing Nigeria at…
US President Donald Trump has rejected requests from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for American strikes against the Houthis in Yemen, as the group expands its position around the strategic Red Sea shipping route. The decision highlights a difficult choice for Washington. Saudi Arabia wants stronger military action against the Iran-backed Houthis, but the…
The Peter Obi convoy blockade in Benue is taking on a bigger political meaning as supporters of the former presidential candidate prepare to hold a One Million-Man March in Makurdi on Saturday, September 12. The Benue chapter of the Obidient Movement says the march will begin at 9 a.m. from Wurukum Roundabout under the slogan…
Barcelona extends Hamza Abdelkarim contract to 2030, moving quickly to secure the future of the Egyptian striker after just months of his breakthrough at the club. Abdelkarim originally joined Barcelona from Al Ahly on loan in February 2026. After impressing with the U19 side and during preseason, Barcelona made the move permanent in June and…
Seyi Vibez is bringing the momentum from his new album campaign back to Lagos, where he will headline the Jameson GTA Lagos Independence Day celebration on October 1. The singer has partnered with Mainland Block Party for the event, which will run from 5 p.m. until 2 a.m. on Lagos Island. Tickets are listed from…
