Aliyu enters 2027 Reps race, picks APC nomination forms for Shira/Giade
By Nnasom David Barrister Nazeef Babaji Aliyu, known as the Chigari Giade, has formally declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Shira/Giade Federal Constituency in the 2027 general elections. Aliyu has purchased the All Progressives Congress (APC) Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms, marking his official entry into the race […]
“This Ship Must Sail” — Obi after decamping to NDC
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has declared support for a new political direction following his reported move to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), insisting that the journey ahead “must succeed.”
84-yr-old Alex Ferguson rushed to hospital before Man Utd win against Liverpool
Legendary former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital after falling ill before the Red Devils’ 3-2 win over rivals Liverpool on Sunday.
Tinubu congratulates Team Nigeria on record 15th African wrestling title
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its commanding performance at the 2026 African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, where the nation secured a record 15th continental title in the women’s category.
OPEC+ increases oil production quota to stabilize market
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, collectively known as OPEC+, have increased the oil production quota of member countries in a bid to stabilize the global oil market.
I was forced to transfer N200,000 at gunpoint by Police — Victim
A Facebook user, Aare Feyisayo, has narrated how he was allegedly forced to transfer N200,000 by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command while on his way to work in the early hours of Wednesday.
3 EPL teams confirm Champions League qualification
Three Premier League clubs have now mathematically secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League, following Manchester United’s dramatic victory over Liverpool on Sunday.
Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC
After weeks of speculation over their political future amid the lingering crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, and the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Experts urge action to stop South Africa xenophobia
Nigerians and other African migrants living in South Africa are increasingly living in fear following renewed anti-foreigner protests in parts of Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, and KwaZulu-Natal, where tensions have prompted many to close businesses early and avoid public gatherings.
Troops foil terror plot in Katsina, Zamfara, neutralise nine
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have foiled a planned attack and neutralised nine terrorists, including two identified kingpins, during coordinated operations in Katsina and Zamfara States between 1 and 3 May 2026.
No Nigerian killed in South Africa protest – FG
The Federal Government has said that no Nigerian was killed and no Nigerian-owned property was destroyed during recent anti-foreigner protests in parts of South Africa.
