Siminalayi Fubara has announced his withdrawal from the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primaries ahead of the 2027 Rivers State governorship election. Fubara made the announcement in a statement released to journalists in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, citing the need to prioritise peace, stability and unity in the state. The governor said the decision came…
Siminalayi Fubara has announced his withdrawal from the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primaries ahead of the 2027 Rivers State governorship election. Fubara made the announcement in a statement released to journalists in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, citing the need to prioritise peace, stability and unity in the state. The governor said the decision came…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested 248 suspects over various criminal activities in the state as part of a month-long security crackdown. The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu-Bakori, announced the figures on Wednesday during a briefing on the security situation in the state. He said the arrests were achieved through intelligence-led policing, coordinated raids…
Nigerian music stars and entertainers including Davido, Falz and several others have taken to social media to celebrate Arsenal’s historic Premier League title victory after 22 years. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Arsenal were confirmed champions following Manchester City’s draw against Bournemouth on Monday, which ended City’s hopes of overtaking Mikel Arteta’s…
Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has praised the conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly primary election in Surulere Constituency I, describing the exercise as peaceful, fair and credible. Gbajabiamila spoke with journalists on Wednesday after casting his vote at Ward G2, also known as Adeniran Ogunsanya Ward 5,…
The South African Human Rights Commission has called for urgent government intervention following reports of attacks and intimidation targeting foreign nationals in KwaZulu-Natal Province. In a statement released on Wednesday, the commission said it was deeply concerned by reports and videos showing migrants allegedly being harassed, assaulted and threatened by groups of South Africans. According…
Afrobeats stars Tems, Wizkid, Burna Boy and Asake have been nominated for the 2026 BET Awards, reinforcing Nigeria’s growing dominance on the global music stage. According to the nomination list published on the official BET Awards platform, the Nigerian artistes secured nominations across several major categories. Tems led the Nigerian contingent with three nominations. The…
Afro-Soul artiste Chike has unveiled a new single, Pity My Soul, amid growing online discussions linking him to an alleged relationship with Sandra Onyenucheya. The release comes as the singer faces criticism on social media over unverified reports involving Onyenucheya, who is separated from television host Frank Edoho. According to the News Agency of Nigeria…
President Bola Tinubu has ordered all ministries and extra-ministerial departments across Nigeria to adopt fully digital operations and eliminate paper-based administrative systems. The directive was issued on Wednesday at the opening of the International Civil Service Conference 2026 in Abuja, where the president emphasised the need for a faster and more accountable public service. Represented…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday adjourned until 15 July the arraignment of Nigeria Boxing Federation (NBF) Interim President, Azania Omo-Agege, over allegations of fraud exceeding N40 million. Justice Mohammed Umar fixed the new date after the prosecution requested additional time to produce the defendants before the court. Counsel representing the Inspector-General of…
A Nigerian man, Samuel Ugberaese, has been extradited to the United States to face charges linked to an alleged international cyber romance fraud operation, according to the U.S. Embassy in Abuja. In a statement released on Wednesday and citing the U.S. Department of Justice, the embassy said the extradition followed investigations led by the Federal…
