Chris Okafor and the untold story of American bombs over Sokoto, by Emmanuel Aziken
For many Nigerians, it came as a surprise—almost a cultural jolt—that a Trinidad-born, United States-based rapper and global pop icon, Nicki Minaj, would emerge as one of the most prominent Black voices amplifying claims of a Christian genocide in Nigeria and openly aligning with the rhetoric of President Donald Trump on the issue. Beyond reposts and […]
Rivers approves N1.8tn 2026 budget of ‘Resilience for Growth and Dev.’
Rivers State Executive Council has approved a ₦1.8 trillion budget proposal christened Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development” for the 2026 fiscal year.
2026: Ooni blesses Nigerians, calls for national unity
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has extended royal blessings to Nigerians, calling for renewed national unity as the country enters the year 2026. The Ooni made the call in a New Year message signed by Mr Moses Olafare, Director, Media and Public Affairs, Ooni’s Palace, on Friday in Ile-Ife, Osun State. […]
Naira opens year 2026 higher with N4.90 gain at official market
The Naira on Friday, opened the year 2026 positively, appreciating against the U.S. dollar at the official market trading at N1,430.84. According to data released on the official website of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Naira gained N4.90. This represents a 0.34 per cent gain when compared to Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, when […]
Strasbourg’s Rosenior coy on Chelsea speculation
Strasbourg coach Liam Rosenior — reportedly the first choice target to replace Enzo Maresca at Chelsea — said on Friday that he was taking no “notice” of the rumours.
GNI building fire: Restricted access led to death of trapped triplets, others — Witness
Among the victims were three male triplets who ran a popular footwear business in the complex. One of them was reportedly planning to relocate abroad in January.
