MTN Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, has defended the telecommunications giant against growing calls for a boycott following renewed anti-immigrant attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. Speaking amid public outrage over the xenophobic violence, Toriola stressed that MTN Nigeria should not be viewed simply as a South African company, arguing that it has become…
The trial over what authorities describe as Nigeria’s largest clandestine methamphetamine laboratory took a dramatic turn on Wednesday as the Federal High Court physically inspected the sprawling facility hidden inside a remote forest in Mowe, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State. The visit came as the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intensified…
Chelsea star Cole Palmer has described new manager Xabi Alonso as a “breath of fresh air,” saying the squad has quickly embraced the Spaniard’s ideas as preparations continue for the 2026/27 season. Speaking during Chelsea’s pre-season tour, Palmer praised Alonso’s influence since taking charge on July 1, revealing that the players have responded positively to…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons return to action today as they take on Tanzania’s Twiga Stars in an international friendly that serves as their final preparation ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The match comes just days before the start of the continental tournament and gives head coach Justine Madugu one…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has rolled out a new anti-money laundering risk engine designed to detect suspicious cross-border trade activities, strengthen financial intelligence and crack down on wildlife trafficking networks operating through the country’s borders. The new system uses real-time trade data and risk analysis to identify suspicious transactions such as trade mis-invoicing, under-valuation,…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared alleged drug kingpin Nnamuka Kelvin Uchenna, popularly known as “Odogwu,” and three of his associates wanted over their alleged involvement in operating a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory in Imo State. The agency also secured a court order freezing ₦9.84 billion linked to the suspects and obtained interim…
Nigeria’s international engagements took center stage this week with two major developments, one marking a security milestone with the United States and the other highlighting growing diplomatic efforts to protect Nigerians affected by anti-immigrant unrest in South Africa. The United States has completed the withdrawal of most of its combat personnel deployed to Nigeria following…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles came from a goal down to beat Madagascar on Matchday 1 of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. With the Nigerian football faithful still smarting from the disappointment of missing two consecutive FIFA World Cups, the win was necessary as the team campaign for an appearance at the tournament to be…
Popular Nigerian TikTok personalities Peller and Jarvis have taken a major step in their relationship after Peller reportedly paid Jarvis’ bride price during a traditional family ceremony in Edo State. The event, which took place on June 21, 2026, saw the couple dressed in traditional outfits as they celebrated with family members. Videos from the…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career with Portugal was seemingly extended following Portugal’s dramatic 2-1 win over Croatia in the round of 32 in the early morning of Friday local time. The Portugal and Al Nassr superstar is one of elite players in their 40s or late 30s expected to call time on their…
