FG begins six-month revalidation of cooperatives, unveils digital ID system
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Cooperative Federation of Nigeria (CFN) and Seamfix Limited for the deployment of a national digital identity and governance infrastructure for cooperative societies. The government also announced the immediate commencement of a six-month National Revalidation and Re-certification Exercise for all existing cooperative societies across […]
Chawinga sisters: Meet the siblings behind Malawi’s historic WAFCON run
The Chawinga sisters, Temwa and Tabitha, have emerged as the driving force behind Malawi’s remarkable run at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, helping the Scorchers reach the final in their historic debut at the tournament.
Iran counters Trump, says it manages Strait of Hormuz
A senior Iranian official said on Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz remains under the control of the Islamic republic after President Donald Trump claimed US control over the strategic waterway.
Funke Akindele, K1, others grace Lateef Adedimeji, Mo Bimpe’s triplets’ thanksgiving
Nigerian celebrities turned out in numbers on Wednesday as actor Lateef Adedimeji and his wife, Mo Bimpe, hosted a thanksgiving ceremony for their triplet sons in Lekki, Lagos.
NAHCON approves 5 airlines for 2027 Hajj operations
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) says it has approved five air carriers for the 2027 Hajj operations.
Why I quit as White House press secretary – Karoline Leavitt
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced that she will leave the Trump administration at the end of August, saying she wants to devote more time to her young children.
N177bn road project: Birnin Gwari Chairman applauds Tinubu, Uba Sani, seeks more devt
The Executive Chairman of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Hon. Dr Salisu Isah, has described the reconstruction of the 122-kilometre Mando-Kaduna-Birnin Gwari Road as a historic intervention that would open a new chapter in the development of the area.
Police rescue 10-year-old boy stuffed in sack, two suspects arrested
The Sokoto State Police Command has on Wednesday intensified its crackdown on kidnapping and other violent crimes, recording major breakthroughs in separate intelligence-led operations that led to the arrest of two suspected kidnappers and the dramatic rescue of a 10-year-old boy abducted in Tangaza Local Government Area.
Shulamite Ezechi marks ANYiSO’s 10 years of impact with 2026 conference in Scotland
By Damilola Ogunsakin Shulamite Ezechi, Nigerian-born founder and Chief Executive Officer of ANYiSO, has marked a significant milestone in her community leadership journey as the Scotland-based charity celebrated its 10th anniversary alongside the ANYiSO 2026 Conference in Glasgow, Scotland. The landmark event, held on 6 August 2026, brought together political representatives, policymakers, community leaders, academics, […]
UK economy slows amid political unrest, Middle East war
The Bank of England recently warned that British inflation was set to rise as the Mideast war keeps energy prices high.
Nigerian newspapers review: Nigeria fails fiscal transparency test for 2nd year – US report
In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with Nigeria failing the minimum fiscal transparency requirements for the second consecutive year, with the US Department of State saying the country made no significant progress in improving its financial management and opening up its public finances in 2025.
