Fernandez Man City move is finally complete after weeks of tension. Manchester City have signed the Argentina midfielder from Chelsea for a British record-equalling £125 million on deadline day. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND — Manchester City have completed the signing of Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for £125 million, ending the summer’s longest-running transfer saga and giving manager…
The Odogwu Asaba wife has apologised after defending her husband over rape allegations in Delta State. She says fear, financial dependence and concern about her marriage shaped her earlier decision. ASABA, DELTA STATE — The Odogwu Asaba wife has apologised to women who criticised her for publicly defending her husband, content creator Ifeanyi Ogbonna, amid…
The EFCC crypto wallets investigation has uncovered suspicious movement of public funds from a Nigerian local government account into a private company and later into cryptocurrency wallets. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Ola Olukoyede, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, says investigators detected public funds moving from a local government account to a private company…
The opposition summit opens in Abuja with parties seeking a strategy to defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. But disagreements over alliances and a consensus candidate remain. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Opposition parties and political actors are converging in Abuja on Monday, August 31, 2026, for an opposition summit organised by the G-100, with discussions expected…
Atiku Abubakar has challenged the Atiku N600bn cash transfers figures released by Tinubu’s government, questioning the number of households reached and demanding verifiable payment records. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, has challenged the Federal Government’s claim that it disbursed more than N600 billion in cash transfers to vulnerable…
Benin-Asaba road users have received fresh hope of relief after Works Minister David Umahi ordered the concessionaire handling the highway to leave the project site, citing poor execution and worsening conditions. Umahi gave the directive on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, during a stakeholders’ meeting at the Edo State Government House in Benin City. The minister…
The Dangote petrol price has climbed again despite a sharp fall in crude prices. The refinery raised its gantry rate to N1,200 per litre from Wednesday, August 26, putting fresh pressure on Nigerian motorists. LAGOS, NIGERIA —The Dangote petrol price has risen by N15 to N1,200 per litre despite a recent decline in international crude…
An alleged Ogun baby factory has been uncovered in Mowe, where police rescued two pregnant women and four children on August 24. Six suspects were arrested, while officers are searching for a missing newborn. ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE — Police operatives in Ogun State have uncovered an alleged Ogun baby factory in Abaren Village, Mowe, rescuing…
Amaechi ADC campaign has taken a blunt turn ahead of 2027, as Rotimi Amaechi told Nigerians not to vote for the party if its candidates fail to deliver after taking office. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE —Former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi, the African Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate, has told Nigerians not to vote for the…
Lilian Esoro is mourning the sudden death of her father weeks after losing a close friend. The Nollywood actress says the latest loss has left her facing painful and unexpected waves of grief. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Nollywood actress Lilian Esoro has announced the sudden death of her father, Ferdinand Esoro, saying the loss has left her…
Omah Lay has opened up about growing up in Nigeria’s trenches, reflecting on the millions who may never escape poverty, reach places like Lekki or travel abroad. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE — Nigerian singer Omah Lay has reflected on his upbringing in Port Harcourt, describing the difficult conditions he experienced before his music career took…
A 23-year-old man has been sentenced to more than 10 years in prison after using ChatGPT while planning an armed bank robbery in Omaha, Nebraska, in February 2026. OMAHA, NEBRASKA, US —A federal judge has sentenced Deron Lewis-Payne, 23, to 121 months in prison after investigators found that he used ChatGPT while planning an armed…
A 101-year-old woman has landed in NDLEA custody in Ogun State, while agents separately found cocaine hidden inside fufu in Akwa Ibom on Friday, August 21, 2026. ABUJA, NIGERIA —The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has reported two unusual drug cases across Nigeria, arresting a 101-year-old woman in Ogun State and finding NDLEA cocaine fufu…
The Atiku Obi camps have rejected pressure to produce one opposition candidate for Nigeria’s 2027 election. Both sides favour cooperation but remain unwilling to drop their presidential ambitions. ABUJA, NIGERIA —Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State governor Peter Obi have rejected calls for opposition parties to field a single presidential candidate against…
Fake agency boss George Nwabueze has rejected an allegation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission that he ran an unauthorised federal outfit. Nwabueze produced an appointment letter he says came from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. ABUJA, NIGERIA — George Nwabueze, National Coordinator and Executive…
Asu Ekiye divorce has taken a new turn after the gospel singer clarified that he did not initiate the separation from his wife. The marriage ended after 28 years. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Gospel singer Asu Ekiye has clarified the circumstances surrounding his divorce, saying his wife, Kunemofa Asu, packed out of their home and instituted…
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the arrest of George Nwabueze and suspended three permanent secretaries after the ICPC uncovered another alleged fake agency operating inside the Federal Government’s OSGF complex. ABUJA, NIGERIA — President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of George Buchi Nwabueze and suspended three permanent secretaries after the Independent Corrupt Practices…
A US professor and his Nigerian-American wife have explained their decision to move from America to Nigeria with their five children, citing high living costs, family life, culture and concerns about safety. ONDO STATE, NIGERIA — Pablo Segun, a US-born professor, and his Nigerian-American wife, Aanu, have explained why they left the United States and…
The Bella Sheggz relationship has ended after nearly four years together. The BBNaija stars, who met in the Level Up house in 2022, officially separated in January 2026, Sheggz has now confirmed. LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Bella Sheggz relationship, which began during Big Brother Naija’s 2022 Level Up season and continued for almost four years…
President Bola Tinubu has cautioned Ademola Adeleke against treating his Osun victory as a political conquest. The president urged the governor to reconcile with opponents during a meeting in Abuja. ABUJA, NIGERIA — President Bola Tinubu has told Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke that he “did not conquer anybody” by winning the August 15 governorship…
The naira dollar rate improved on Thursday, August 20, 2026, as the Nigerian currency strengthened in the official market. The dollar traded around ₦1,344.45, while the parallel market remained higher. LAGOS, NIGERIA — The naira dollar rate strengthened on Thursday, August 20, 2026, with the Nigerian currency trading at about ₦1,344.45 per US dollar at…
Davido Adeleke convoy reports have sparked confusion in Osogbo after gunfire broke out near the Ataoja palace. Davido says the incident was a separate fight and did not involve Governor Ademola Adeleke’s entourage. OSOGBO, OSUN STATE — David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has denied reports that gunmen attacked the Ademola Adeleke convoy during the…
Mark Zuckerberg could testify in a landmark Meta lawsuit kids case in California. Twenty-nine US states accuse Meta of designing Facebook and Instagram to keep young users engaged and collecting children’s data illegally. OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, USA — Mark Zuckerberg, chief executive of Meta Platforms, could appear in a US federal court as 29 states accuse…
Atiku Abubakar says the Atiku 2027 election bid will be his last. The ADC presidential candidate says he will not seek the presidency again if he loses the 2027 poll. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has said the Atiku 2027 election bid will be his final attempt…
The Ogogo death rumour has been dismissed by the actor’s daughter as false. The clarification came in Lagos on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, one day after his family appealed for urgent cancer treatment. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Lima Taiwo, daughter of veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has dismissed the Ogogo death rumour…
Davido Okpebholo clash has intensified after the singer refused to apologise for sharing an alleged WAEC result belonging to Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo. Davido defended the post during an interview in Osun. OSOGBO, OSUN STATE — David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has refused to apologise to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo after sharing what…
Nyesom Wike says the opposition should start crying over the Tinubu 2027 election, arguing in Abuja that President Bola Tinubu faces a weakened political challenge ahead of the presidential poll. ABUJA, NIGERIA — Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, says President Bola Tinubu faces his easiest presidential election in 2027, arguing that a…
Several veteran Nollywood actors have faced serious health challenges in recent years. From cancer and stroke to kidney disease and major surgeries, their struggles have drawn widespread concern across Nigeria. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Several Nollywood actors have faced major health challenges in recent years, with some requiring prolonged hospital treatment, surgery and public support. The…
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is battling stage-four cancer, according to his daughters. They are seeking urgent medical help after hospitals reportedly declined further treatment. LAGOS, NIGERIA — Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is battling stage-four cancer, according to his daughters, who have appealed for urgent medical assistance after they…
WAEC has defended the 2026 WASSCE results after social media users questioned their credibility. The examination body says candidates’ scripts passed through several checks before results reached the public. LAGOS, NIGERIA — The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has defended the credibility of the 2026 WASSCE results after unverified claims circulated on social media questioning…
