Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race has entered a decisive phase, with President Bola Tinubu officially retaining Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate while opposition leaders continue efforts to build a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The APC formally submitted the joint nomination forms of Tinubu and Shettima to the Independent…
The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) has recorded one of its strongest rallies in recent history, with investors gaining more than ₦9.3 trillion during a remarkable seven-day buying spree that has reinforced confidence in the country’s capital market. The sustained rally has been driven by strong demand for banking, industrial and energy stocks, pushing the NGX to…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Spain booked their place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-1 win over Belgium at the Los Angeles Stadium Friday evening. The victory means that the European champions are unbeaten in 36 international matches. Fabian Ruiz scored the first goal for _Los Rojas_with half an hour played….
Wizkid’s iconic hit “Ojuelegba” has officially been certified Silver in the United Kingdom, marking another milestone for one of the songs widely credited with introducing Afrobeats to a global audience. The British Phonographic Industry (BPI) awarded the certification on July 10, 2026, more than a decade after the song’s release on Wizkid’s 2014 album Ayo….
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced plans for nationwide protests targeting major South African-linked businesses in Nigeria following renewed xenophobic attacks that have claimed the lives of two Nigerians in South Africa. NANS President Olushola Oladoja said the planned demonstrations would focus on companies including MTN, MultiChoice and Stanbic IBTC Bank, urging…
Forty-four pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been rescued after spending 56 days in captivity, bringing an end to one of the state’s most closely watched kidnapping cases. Security agencies confirmed that the victims were freed during a coordinated rescue operation involving the military and other security operatives….
Two high-profile criminal cases took center stage in Abuja on Thursday as former Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) Chairman Danladi Umar and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore National President Bello Bodejo were remanded in custody over separate corruption and financial crime allegations. Justice Peter Kekemeke of the Federal Capital Territory High Court ordered the remand of…
Kenya witnessed heightened security across Nairobi as authorities deployed large numbers of police officers to prevent demonstrations marking the anniversary of the country’s landmark pro-democracy protests, while fresh allegations of torture involving detained protesters have intensified concerns over human rights. Roads leading to key government buildings and the central business district were heavily secured as…
England have suffered a major setback ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final after FIFA handed defender Jarell Quansah a two-match suspension following his red card in the Round of 16 victory over Mexico. Quansah was sent off for a studs-up challenge after a VAR review, with FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee ruling that the offence…
May Yul-Edochie has escalated her legal battle over alleged online harassment, filing a ₦1.5 billion lawsuit at the Lagos High Court against her former lawyer, Emeka Ugwuonye, social media personality Yinka Omolola Theisen and several unidentified online account operators over alleged cyberbullying, defamation and privacy breaches. According to court filings, May alleges she has been…
