Nigerian Afrofusion artiste, Amodu Habib Oluwagbemiga, popularly known as JOTT, is entering a new phase of his musical journey with a growing ambition to establish himself as a global creative force.

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo A coalition of civil society organisations has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigeria Police Force to maintain strict neutrality ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election in Osun State to enhance public confidence in the electoral process. The coalition, under the aegis of Election Observation […]

The UK government has updated its Student visa guidance, confirming that citizens of several African countries, including Botswana, Mauritius and Tunisia, can apply for a UK Student visa without submitting proof of funds at the time of application under its differential evidence requirement.

By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Plateau State Government has confirmed 441 suspected cholera cases and 14 deaths across four local government areas since the outbreak of the disease in June, as it intensifies efforts to contain further spread. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nicholas Ba’amlong, disclosed this on Monday in Jos, saying the state had […]

By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — The National Population Commission (NPC) has announced the discontinuation of manual registration of births and deaths across Nigeria, warning that certificates issued outside its new electronic platform will no longer be recognised. The Commission said the Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (E-CRVS) digital platform, which became operational on July […]

By Henry Umoru ABUJA- THE Senate has shed more light on the purported proscription of preaching and hawking in a commercial vehicle under the ongoing amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission (Establishment) Act, No. 22, 2007. In a statement on Monday by Directorate of Media and Public Affairs, Office of the Leader of the […]

By Gift Chapi Odekina, Abuja The House of Representatives on Monday commenced legislative action to strengthen Nigeria’s commercial and trade framework, holding a public hearing on 13 commerce-related bills, including the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Domestication Bill, aimed at positioning the country to maximise opportunities under Africa’s single market. The public hearing, organised […]

—-No plenary till he resigns — Hands off if you wants peace in Assembly By Dayo Johnson Akure The 21 members of the Ondo State House of Assembly have accused Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of shielding and frustrating them from removing the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, over allegations of financial misconduct involving about ₦44 million […]

Nigeria have won their fifth gold medal at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Onome Didih setting new Commonwealth Games records in all three categories to claim the women’s 53kg weightlifting title.

“For now, there is no development except that Mr Speaker should just give way and allow another person to preside over the Ondo State House of Assembly.

A French off-duty policeman on Monday detained a man after he allegedly attacked and wounded three women in Paris with two kitchen knives, a minister and police said.

…Party faults ban on gatherings in Ikwerre, says directive unconstitutional By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rivers State chapter, has raised concerns over alleged intimidation and harassment of opposition political parties in the state, following a directive restricting gatherings in Ikwerre Local Government Area. The party said the directive issued […]

Chelsea have opened talks with Brighton over a potential move for experienced striker Danny Welbeck as the Blues look to add more experience to their squad under new manager Xabi Alonso.

“We live in a culturally and spiritually aware environment. When a school cuts a child’s hair without the parent’s consent, it raises concerns”

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called on Monday for African countries to work together to manage migration, as his government faces mounting pressure over attacks on foreign nationals.