President Bola Tinubu has held a closed-door meeting with Nigeria’s service chiefs and top security officials as concerns over insecurity continue across the country, while the Northern Governors’ Forum and traditional rulers have thrown their weight behind the establishment of state police. The security meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja focused on the country’s…
The Federal Government has announced plans to phase out the long-standing separation between Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) and Senior Secondary Schools (SSS), describing the current structure as a major contributor to Nigeria’s worsening school dropout crisis. The proposed reform is aimed at creating a more seamless transition through secondary education and improving access for millions…
When Michelle Alozie stayed behind after Nigeria’s 1-0 victory over Zambia, it wasn’t because of an injury or media duties. The Super Falcons defender was selected for a routine post-match anti-doping test, a standard procedure for players chosen at random after CAF matches. The test came shortly after Alozie delivered a Player of the Match…
The numbers are staggering. The stories are horrifying. And the government’s response remains woefully inadequate. Nigeria’s bandit crisis, which has plagued the country’s northern regions for years, shows no sign of slowing down in 2026. From Katsina to Plateau State, from Kaduna to Kwara, armed gunmen continue to terrorise communities, kill civilians, and abduct hundreds…
It was the moment BBNaija Season 10 viewers had been waiting for since October 2025. On Wednesday night, Episode Three of the reunion brought the infamous pee incident, one of the most talked-about controversies of the entire season, back into the spotlight, and the results were as messy as the original act itself. What Happened…
A viral video circulating on social media has sparked widespread reactions after showing security operatives detaining a man alleged to be a major supplier of ammunition to armed bandits operating across Nigeria’s North-West. However, no Nigerian security agency has officially confirmed the arrest or the claims surrounding the footage. The video, which surfaced on June…
The Dangote Refinery IPO demand has surged beyond expectations since the public offer opened, creating a rush among Nigerian retail investors and putting pressure on the country’s digital investment infrastructure. The ₦2.15 trillion offer opened on September 14, with 4.1 billion shares available at ₦525 each. The minimum subscription is 10 shares, worth ₦5,250, making…
Cup-holders Nigeria aim to kick off their defence of the Women Africa Cup of Nations title in an emphatic manner when they lock horns with debuting ‘Scorchers’ of Malawi at the Al Medina Stadium in Rabat on Tuesday night. Last year, the most successful women’s team on the African continent and one of the best…
Arsenal came from a goal down to beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates on Sunday evening to continue the recent dominance of Mikel Arteta’s side over Chelsea. Morgan Rogers whom Arsenal showed interest in signing before he ultimately chose Chelsea got the away side in front after just 77 seconds. Ricardo Calafiori saw his goal…
FIFA president Gianni Infantino will seek re-election in March 2027, despite growing pressure from several of football’s biggest regional bodies. FIFA confirmed on Sunday that nothing has changed regarding Infantino’s plan to contest the election. If successful, the 56-year-old will remain FIFA president until 2031. The decision is significant because Infantino is entering an election…
