The Federal Government has increased the minimum monthly salary of Nigerian soldiers from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000, a move aimed at improving troop welfare but one that has also triggered widespread debate over whether the raise is sufficient given the country’s economic realities. Minister of Defence Christopher Musa announced the increase during an interview with News…
The World Health Organization (WHO) has activated emergency response teams as the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to worsen, with the death toll reaching 600 and confirmed infections climbing past 1,700. According to the latest health updates, the outbreak has now recorded 1,759 confirmed cases and 600 deaths, making…
A new era has officially begun at Chelsea as Xabi Alonso reported for his first day as the club’s manager, overseeing his maiden training session ahead of the 2026/27 season. The former Bayer Leverkusen coach arrived at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground on Thursday after signing a four-year contract earlier this year. Alonso was introduced to…
Popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat and fellow content creator RaKai have gone viral after their long-awaited reunion descended into chaos during a livestream, leaving fans questioning whether the drama was real or simply content. The pair reunited for the first time in around nine months at Kai’s content house, where RaKai toured the property, played…
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the economic reforms introduced by his administration will soon translate into tangible improvements in their daily lives, despite the hardship many citizens continue to face. Speaking at the inauguration of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Abuja, Tinubu defended key policies such as the removal of the fuel subsidy…
Another 282 Nigerian returnees have arrived safely in Lagos as the Federal Government continues its evacuation of citizens fleeing rising anti-immigrant violence and xenophobic tensions in South Africa. The latest group landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport as part of the ongoing voluntary repatriation program coordinated by the Federal Government. The arrival marks the…
Nigeria’s stock market has climbed to the top of the global rankings after overtaking South Korea to become the world’s best-performing equity market in 2026, delivering another strong trading session that added ₦962 billion to investors’ wealth. The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) extended its remarkable rally as renewed buying interest in major banking, consumer goods and…
France captain Kylian Mbappé has moved level with Lionel Messi in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot after scoring in France’s 2-0 quarter-final victory over Morocco, but much of the post-match discussion has centered on his controversial penalty technique. Mbappé had the chance to open the scoring from the penalty spot…
Nigeria is celebrating another milestone on the global entertainment stage after actresses of Nigerian descent Ayo Edebiri and Joy Sunday earned nominations at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, further highlighting the country’s growing influence in international television. Ayo Edebiri received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her acclaimed performance in…
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…
