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Omoni Oboli, MTN partner for seven Christmas films
Nigerian singer RIIDM announces new EP, Feel The Riidm
African SDGs Film Festival selects 30 films for Abuja edition
Mr Macaroni celebrates master’s degree with distinction
Nigerian comedian and actor Debo Adedayo, widely known as Mr Macaroni, has earned a Master’s degree with distinction from a university in the United Kingdom. The popular entertainer shared a video on social media documenting his graduation celebration in London following the completion of his postgraduate program.
‘Our traditions are not diabolical’ — Olamide defends Nigerian culture
Renowned Nigerian rapper Olamide has urged Africans to embrace their cultural heritage, asserting that traditional practices should never be stigmatized or demonized. Expressing deep pride in his Yoruba roots, the music star advocated for a nationwide shift toward greater respect and appreciation for indigenous culture.
Richiee Boi takes visual storytelling from social media to film
Nigerian entertainer and content creator Adeoti Richard Seyi, known professionally as Richiee Boi, is expanding his creative focus into acting and independent filmmaking. Recognized for his expressive non-verbal skits and reaction videos, the creator aims to transition his silent comedy and visual storytelling style to broader cinematic formats.
Ronaldo quits international football
Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football in a social media post on Thursday. The 41-year-old forward steps down as the all-time leading scorer in men's international history after representing Portugal for 23 years.
Flamingos make Africa proud, says Motsepe
Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe has commended Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their landmark run to the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final. Motsepe described the team's achievement as a milestone for African women's football and a source of immense pride for the entire continent.
Mourinho urges Nadal fans to back Madrid board role
José Mourinho has urged fans of Rafael Nadal to maintain their unwavering support for the tennis legend amid his proposed appointment to Real Madrid’s board of directors. The Portuguese manager described Nadal's upcoming executive role as a positive move for the club, encouraging tennis supporters not to let club rivalries diminish their backing of the 22-time Grand Slam champion.
Helsinki fair: Nigerian writer, Tomi Falade, targets Finnish readers
Nigerian author Tomi Falade is exploring translation deals with Finnish publishers after her historical books attracted significant attention at the 2026 Helsinki Book Fair in Finland. Falade, who led a delegation of Nigerian creatives to the four-day literary event, confirmed that negotiations are underway to make her works available to a broader European audience.
US targets Nigerian fashion industry for trade expansion
The United States is targeting Nigeria’s expanding fashion industry to strengthen economic and commercial ties between both nations. Officials highlighted Lagos Fashion Week as a premier commercial bridge connecting Nigerian designers, textile entrepreneurs, and creative talent directly to the American retail market.
Alaafin receives grand welcome from Yoruba community in Australia
The 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, has been accorded a traditional welcome by members of the Nigerian diaspora upon his arrival in Melbourne, Australia. Video footage shared across social media showed members of the local Yoruba community gathering at Melbourne Airport in traditional aso-oke attire to receive the royal delegation.
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Two killed, 20 abducted in fresh Kaduna attack
A fresh attack on Akwando community in Kaduna State has resulted in the deaths of two residents and the abduction of 20 others, worsening displacement across Kuturmi communities. In a statement issued on November 5, the Kuturmi Unity Development Association appealed to federal and state authorities to deploy urgent security reinforcements to protect vulnerable settlements.
FG plans commission to regulate housing sector
The Federal Government is considering a housing regulatory commission to license developers and estate agents, curb fraud and building collapses, and require escrow accounts to protect buyers in an industry that contributed over N77tn to the economy in 2025.
Two container trucks overturn, disrupt Lagos traffic
Traffic inward Owode was severely disrupted on Thursday after two container-laden trucks overturned near the Mile 12 Bridge, completely blocking both the main expressway and service lane. The overnight accident caused extensive vehicular gridlock extending back to Ojota, Ketu, and Ile-Ele, forcing traffic management officials to divert motorists onto alternative routes.
Israel opposition wins parliamentary election, falls short of majority
Israel’s Central Elections Committee has announced the parliamentary election results, confirming that opposition parties won 67 of the 120 seats in parliament, compared with 53 for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ruling bloc.
China, Philippines pledge dialogue amid strained relations
China and the Philippines have pledged to maintain dialogue and communication in spite of strained relations, following differing accounts by both countries of a recent telephone conversation between their foreign ministers.
South Africa steps up security for municipal elections
The South African government has heightened security across all provinces as citizens cast votes in local government elections amid escalating social tensions. Law enforcement agencies, supported by military deployments, remain on high alert to secure voting centers, prevent political violence, and guarantee electoral integrity.
GIGM embraces technology to expand service options
The platforms, HireX and PASS by GIGM, were unveiled in Abuja on Wednesday as part of the company’s strategy to evolve into a broader mobility ecosystem that connects transportation and lifestyle services.
NNPC profit after tax surges 18.1% to ₦509bn in September
NNPC Limited has released its September 2026 Monthly Operations & Financial Report, showing a ₦509 Billion Profit After Tax, an 18.1 per cent increase month on month.
NSW processes 169,211 trade documents, registers 12,465 importers
Dr Tola Fakolade, Project Director of NSW, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Lagos on Wednesday by Mr Christian Joe, Special Projects Editor, FirstNews Ltd.
WHO approves two new vaccines for Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization has approved two experimental vaccines for clinical trials targeting the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. The approval comes as the current outbreak across Africa has claimed over 5,300 lives, with the vast majority of fatalities recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Climate, health interventions can save 1.6m lives annually – WHO
The World Health Organization has reported that scaling up six proven climate and health interventions globally could save 1.6 million lives each year. According to estimates released by the WHO on Wednesday, the initiative would yield $3.9 trillion in annual economic welfare benefits alongside $5.4 trillion in fiscal gains.
Lassa fever: Expert urges Nigerians to keep food safe from rats
A medical laboratory scientist, Dr Dibal Wandali, has urged Nigerians to protect their food and drinks from contamination by infected multimammate rats to prevent Lassa fever infection.
Kaduna tertiary workers threaten strike over unpaid allowances
Workers in Kaduna State-owned tertiary institutions have threatened industrial action over unpaid salaries and allowances, giving the state government 15 days to address their grievances.
2026 ranking: Universities, polytechnics await Dec 15 results
The Chairman of the Nigerian Tertiary Education Ranking Advisory Committee, Prof Peter Okebukola, disclosed this in Abuja, saying the training was part of efforts to improve research quality and strengthen the global competitiveness of Nigerian institutions.
FUNAAB mourns as student dies after sickle cell complications
The union announced the tribute scheduled for Friday evening at COPLANT, inviting students to gather and pay their last respects to the deceased.
Nigeria's oil production hits five-year high of 1.71mbpd
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has achieved a five-year high in national crude oil production, with output reaching 1.71 million barrels per day due to enhanced pipeline availability and operational stability. The surge in output aligns with the state oil firm's strategic milestones to attain two million barrels per day by 2027 and three million barrels per day by 2030.
32% interest rate, energy costs threaten factories — MAN
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria has warned that steep interest rates and high energy costs are threatening industrial production across the country. According to the association, borrowing rates reaching 32 to 36 percent combined with expensive electricity and diesel have made manufacturing operations increasingly unviable.
FG targets 1,000 additional CNG stations to boost energy transition
The Executive Chairman, Presidential Initiative on CNG and Electric Vehicles, Mr Ahmad Ismael, disclosed this at the maiden National CNG Summit in Abuja on Wednesday.
US midterms: What if Tinubu comes third in 2027?
One lesson from America’s November 3, 2026 midterms is that voters can surprise politicians, as the electorate was outraged by rising living costs, corruption allegations around Trump and allies, cruel immigration enforcement, and the war with Iran.
Betta Edu @40: Celebrating leadership, grit and public service
Birthday tributes are no lengthy religious sermons, but how does one describe in a few words a vibrant young woman who, despite her age, exudes the wisdom of a 90-year-old?
Why Tinubu’s 2027 march started in Kaduna
History has a way of choosing its own geography. When President Bola Tinubu chose Kaduna to flag off his 2027 re-election campaign on Saturday, October 24, 2026, he chose more than a location. He was sending a historic message.
NDC warns Tinubu's loans will burden future generations
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of burdening future generations with debt after its fresh $7.7bn loan request for the 2026 budget deficit, warning Nigeria risks a debt trap without fiscal discipline.
Tinubu returns from Saudi Arabia after Umrah
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Abuja following the completion of a week-long Umrah pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, where he offered prayers for national peace, security, and economic stability. The presidential aircraft touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at 8:53 pm on Wednesday.
Obi’s ally backs Makinde for president
Serah Ibrahim, a prominent Obidient Movement mobiliser, has endorsed Governor Seyi Makinde for president in 2027, describing him as the “most outstanding Nigerian on the ballot” at the APM manifesto unveiling in Abuja on Wednesday.
GBB courts two firms for Nigeria's sovereign cloud
State-owned Galaxy Backbone Limited has initiated partnership talks with two technology firms to build a locally controlled sovereign cloud infrastructure in Nigeria. The proposed project aims to reinforce data sovereignty by keeping sensitive government and citizen records within domestic boundaries subject to national laws.
FG laying solid AI foundation for businesses to thrive—Minister
Dr Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, says the Federal Government is laying the foundation for Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption in Nigeria.
Google launches free offline AI learning hub for Nigerians
Google has launched a free digital learning platform allowing Nigerians to acquire artificial intelligence and broader tech skills offline. The regional initiative aims to equip three million Africans by 2030, targeting 250,000 graduates by the end of 2026 to help close the continent's digital skills gap.
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