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Ohanaeze faces backlash for holding book launch in Lagos
Apex Igbo socio-political group Ohanaeze Ndigbo has faced backlash from netizens for snubbing Igboland to hold a book presentation in Lagos State. The event was graced by Abia State Governor Alex Otti, presidential candidate Peter Obi, eminent Igbo leaders, traditional rulers, and other distinguished guests.
Trump plans lavish White House welcome for Xi Jinping
US President Donald Trump is set to give Chinese President Xi Jinping an elaborate welcome at the White House on Thursday as the two leaders seek to maintain a fragile truce between the world’s two largest economies.
Four teenage girls die as boat carrying eight capsizes in Jigawa
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Jigawa State Command, confirmed the incident on Thursday through its Public Relations Officer, ASC Badruddeen Tijjani Mahmud.
Shettima seeks diaspora support for Renewed Hope Agenda
Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians in the diaspora, particularly those living in the United States of America, to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration in transforming the country's economic fortunes.
Nigeria, US seal pact on solid minerals
Nigeria and the United States have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at expanding cooperation in the country’s solid minerals sector, with emphasis on exploration, processing, infrastructure and technical development.
First Niger Bridge reopens next week, Umahi says
The First Niger Bridge linking Anambra and Delta states is expected to reopen next week after the Federal Ministry of Works extended the rehabilitation timeline by one week because of persistent rainfall. The bridge was originally scheduled to reopen on September 21 but remained closed as engineers continued work on critical structural components damaged by vandalism.
UNGA: Sule pitches Nasarawa’s mineral wealth to global investors
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has used the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York to woo global investors, highlighting the state’s rich deposits of lithium, baryte and other critical minerals.
Tigray rebels declare full-scale war on Ethiopia govt
Tigrayan forces have declared a return to full-scale war with Ethiopia’s federal government after launching attacks into neighbouring regions, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The Tigray People’s Liberation Front, which controls the northern Tigray region, seized three airports from federal police on Wednesday and advanced into parts of Afar and Amhara.
Davido, Rema lead African stars at Afro Nation Portugal
Afrobeats stars Davido and Rema will headline the 2027 edition of Afro Nation Portugal, alongside Congolese music star Fally Ipupa. The list, released on Wednesday by the festival organisers, also features Nigerian artistes Omah Lay and Victony among performers on the main Lit Stage.
NPFL: Kwara United edge Nasarawa United 2-1 in Ilorin
Kwara United defeated Nasarawa United 2-1 in a Matchday 5 fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Wednesday in Ilorin. The match was played at the George Innih Stadium Complex, Rashidi Yekini Main Bowl, Ilorin.
NGX Group seeks deeper Nigeria-U.S. investment ties
Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has called for enhanced investment and commercial ties between Nigeria and the U.S. to boost capital flows and drive economic growth.
Canada warns citizens about unregulated alcohol in Nigeria
Canada has warned its citizens in Nigeria to be mindful of where they purchase alcohol in the country following the deaths of 48 people in Odigbo Local Government Area, Ondo State.
Lagos DSVA responds to child abuse report in Ikorodu
Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has responded swiftly to a viral report of alleged child abuse in Ikorodu on September 22, 2026
I seek no revenge for wrong done to me — El-Rufai
Embattled former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said he seeks no revenge against those who have wronged him
FRSC mobile court jails motorist for dangerous driving
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), FCT Sector Command, has secured the conviction of Moses Omokaiye Peter for a combination of serious traffic offences, including using a phone while driving, dangerous driving, assaulting a marshal on duty, and absconding with an officer
Amnesty accuses Kano govt of stifling freedom of expression
Amnesty International has condemned the increasing and unlawful clampdown on freedom of expression in Kano State. The human rights organisation lamented that critics of the government of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf face arbitrary arrests, unlawful detention
Davido, Dangote take refinery IPO campaign to Times Square
Nigerian singer Davido joined businessman Aliko Dangote in New York as the public offer for shares in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals gained international exposure.
I helped Davido curb financial excesses — Sister
Mrs Sharon Ademefun, elder sister of Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has revealed how she manages the musician’s finances to curb excessive spending on luxury assets.
Tinubu welcomes $12m Abuja entrepreneurship centre to boost MSMEs
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the construction of the $12 million Abuja Centre for Entrepreneurship, saying the project will strengthen Nigeria’s MSME ecosystem and help more businesses grow, create jobs and expand economic activity.
Aruna wins on Amiens debut in French Pro B League
Nigerian table tennis star Quadri Aruna made a winning debut for Amiens STT in the French Pro B League, helping the club defeat Lille 3-2 in the opening round of the competition. The match was played at the Albéric-Labaume Gymnasium in Amiens, northern France.
Nigeria’s Abdulsalam named among 81 officials for U-17 World Cup
Nigeria will have one representative among the match officials at the 2026 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Qatar after FIFA selected referee Kasimu Abiola Abdulsalam for the tournament.
Crude fall pushes petrol depot prices down by N25
Crude oil price declines have triggered fresh reductions in the depot prices of petrol and diesel across major petroleum markets in Nigeria. The latest adjustments saw the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and several petroleum marketers cut their Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) prices by as much as N25 per litre, with the sharpest reductions recorded in Lagos.
No vacancy in Aso Rock - Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed concerns over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s continued absence from Nigeria, insisting that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock and that the President remains in charge of the country.
UNIOSUN graduates 4,357 students, unveils first set of doctors
Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Osogbo, is set to graduate 4,357 students at its 16th convocation ceremonies, with the institution also presenting degrees to its first set of medical doctors.