Sports
WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Beat Côte d’Ivoire on Penalties, Reach Final
Flying Eagles defeated hosts Côte d’Ivoire on penalties after a thrilling draw to qualify for the WAFU B final.
Aug 5, 2026
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Tinubu Announces Major Military Salary Increase, 250,000 Soldiers to Benefit
Aug 4, 2026
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PFN President Rejects Proposed Bus Preaching Ban, Vows Christians Will Defy Law
Aug 3, 2026
Politics
Makinde, Fayemi, Oyinlola Visit Obasanjo, Discuss 2027 Elections
Aug 3, 2026
Politics
Onaiyekan: Catholic Bishops Cannot Reduce Tinubu’s Reform Agenda to Failure — Presidency
Aug 2, 2026
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Transfer: Monga Explains Why He Rejected Arsenal for Manchester City
Jeremy Monga says Manchester City’s winning culture and player pathway convinced him to reject Arsenal’s transfer approach.
Aug 5, 2026
Sports
Transfer: Vinicius Jr Set to Snub Arsenal Move as Real Madrid Make Final Contract Offer
Vinicius Junior edges closer to staying at Real Madrid after receiving improved contract offer despite Arsenal interest.
Aug 5, 2026
News
FG Directs Payment of Civil Servants’ Outstanding Wage Awards Before Mid-August
Federal Government orders immediate payment of outstanding wage awards, with civil servants expected to receive funds before mid-August.
Aug 5, 2026
Politics
Watch It, God May Call You Like Abacha Before Election — Dino
Dino Melaye warns Tinubu against overconfidence, citing Abacha’s sudden death despite overwhelming political endorsements before transition.
Aug 5, 2026
News
Solar Energy: FG to Inject 60.82MW Into National Grid Amid Electricity Supply Challenges
Federal Government expands solar power projects, targeting 60.82MW electricity injection into Nigeria’s national grid to boost supply.
Aug 5, 2026
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Plateau: Heroic Firefighter Enters Diesel Tanker to Rescue Trapped Man
A courageous firefighter risked his life entering a diesel tanker to rescue a trapped man, sustaining injuries successfully.
Aug 5, 2026
News
PFN, Other Christian Groups Insisting on Bus Preaching Despite Ban Have No Respect for Rule of Law — MURIC
MURIC insists bus preaching ban must be obeyed, warns Muslims to report violators instead of confronting them directly.
Aug 5, 2026
Lifestyle
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempts in Sokoto, Rescue 22 Victims
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have foiled kidnapping attempts in Sokoto State, rescuing 22 victims during separate operations in Sabon Birni and Isa local government areas.
Jun 20, 2026
News
FG Directs Payment of Civil Servants’ Outstanding Wage Awards Before Mid-August
Federal Government orders immediate payment of outstanding wage awards, with civil servants expected to receive funds before mid-August.
Aug 5, 2026
News
Solar Energy: FG to Inject 60.82MW Into National Grid Amid Electricity Supply Challenges
Federal Government expands solar power projects, targeting 60.82MW electricity injection into Nigeria’s national grid to boost supply.
Aug 5, 2026
News
Plateau: Heroic Firefighter Enters Diesel Tanker to Rescue Trapped Man
A courageous firefighter risked his life entering a diesel tanker to rescue a trapped man, sustaining injuries successfully.
Aug 5, 2026
News
PFN, Other Christian Groups Insisting on Bus Preaching Despite Ban Have No Respect for Rule of Law — MURIC
MURIC insists bus preaching ban must be obeyed, warns Muslims to report violators instead of confronting them directly.
Aug 5, 2026
Politics
Watch It, God May Call You Like Abacha Before Election — Dino
Dino Melaye warns Tinubu against overconfidence, citing Abacha’s sudden death despite overwhelming political endorsements before transition.
Aug 5, 2026
Politics
EFCC Lacks Power to Freeze Osun Statutory Account — Attorney-General
Osun Attorney-General insists EFCC lacks constitutional authority to freeze the state’s statutory account or restrict government funds.
Aug 5, 2026
Politics
Why Obasanjo, Tinubu, Atiku should Leave Political Stage — Laolu Akande
Laolu Akande urges Nigeria’s veteran political leaders to step aside, saying decades-old rivalries hinder national progress and renewal.
Aug 5, 2026
Politics
ADC Faults Reps Over Alleged WhatsApp Votes on State Police Bill
ADC questions alleged WhatsApp voting on State Police bill, demands transparent constitutional process and broader public scrutiny.
Aug 5, 2026
Sports
WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Beat Côte d’Ivoire on Penalties, Reach Final
Flying Eagles defeated hosts Côte d’Ivoire on penalties after a thrilling draw to qualify for the WAFU B final.
Aug 5, 2026
Sports
Transfer: Monga Explains Why He Rejected Arsenal for Manchester City
Jeremy Monga says Manchester City’s winning culture and player pathway convinced him to reject Arsenal’s transfer approach.
Aug 5, 2026
Sports
Transfer: Vinicius Jr Set to Snub Arsenal Move as Real Madrid Make Final Contract Offer
Vinicius Junior edges closer to staying at Real Madrid after receiving improved contract offer despite Arsenal interest.
Aug 5, 2026
Sports
Onyedika Banks on Okocha’s Frankfurt Legacy
Onyedika hopes to emulate Austin Okocha’s success at Eintracht Frankfurt after completing his move from Club Brugge.
Aug 5, 2026
Tech & Education
3,800 Children Gain Hands-On AI and Robotics Skills Through STEM Festival
More than 3,800 children, parents, teachers and science enthusiasts gathered in Lagos for STEM Africa Fest, where participants built robots, wrote code and explored artificial intelligence through hands-on learning activities
Aug 3, 2026
Tech & Education
Aptech, Middlesex University Deepen Partnership to Expand UK Degree Pathways for Nigerian Students
Aptech Computer Education and Middlesex University London have expanded their long-running partnership to give Nigerian students cheaper access to UK degrees through credit transfer, scholarships and industry-focused training
Aug 2, 2026
Tech & Education
Baptist Academy Old Students Unveil Order of Excellence Plaques, Honour 170 Distinguished Alumni
The Baptist Academy Old Students Association has unveiled its Order of Excellence Plaques, creating a permanent monument honouring 170 distinguished alumni as part of the school's 170th anniversary commemoration.
Aug 2, 2026
Tech & Education
Lagos' Slum2School Green Academy Makes History as First Nigerian School Shortlisted for World's Best School Prize
The Slum2School Green Academy in Saga Island, Epe, Lagos State, has become the first Nigerian school ever shortlisted for the World's Best School Prize, landing among the global Top 10 for Environmental Action.
Aug 2, 2026
Agriculture
Food Security: FG Distributes Fertilizers to Edo Farmers
The Federal Government has flagged off the distribution of 8,000 bags of fertilizer to more than 12,000 profiled small-scale farmers in Edo State to boost production and support food security.
Aug 3, 2026
Agriculture
US Agtech CEO Sina Behmanesh on Sentinel X: New Non-Chemical Tech Targeting Fall Armyworm in Nigeria
Dr Sina Behmanesh, CEO of Virginia-based agricultural technology firm Informiton, says his company's new Sentinel X system aims to help Nigerian farmers fight Fall Armyworm without chemical sprays, by stimulating crops to activate their own natural pest defences.
Aug 3, 2026
Agriculture
Benue Unveils Food Security Plan to Boost Output
Benue State has endorsed a five-year Strategic Food Security Plan aimed at improving agricultural productivity, stabilising rural livelihoods and strengthening peace in farming communities affected by insecurity
Aug 3, 2026
Agriculture
Senator Adeola Empowers 2,557 Ogun Farmers With Tractors, Inputs and Cash Grants
Senator Solomon Adeola has trained and equipped 2,557 farmers across Ogun State with modern machinery, farm inputs and N100,000 cash grants each to boost productivity and strengthen food security.
Jul 31, 2026
Health
LUTH Unveils West Africa’s First EyeSi Surgical Simulator
Lagos University Teaching Hospital has launched West Africa’s first EyeSi Surgical Simulator and a new ophthalmic training centre, aiming to improve surgical precision, reduce complications and expand continuous medical education for eye surgeons
Aug 3, 2026
Health
Lagos Signs Five-Year Blood Screening Deal With Roche, Targets Safer Transfusions Statewide
The Lagos State Government has signed a five-year concession agreement with Roche Products Limited and approved private partners to standardise blood screening across public hospitals, aiming to close gaps in testing capacity and strengthen the safety of every unit of blood used in the state.
Aug 3, 2026
Health
71 Federal Hospitals to Pay Allied Health Workers N50,000 Allowance
The Federal Government has approved a N50,000 annual ward coat allowance for allied health professionals in 71 federal tertiary health institutions, with payment set to begin from June 1, 2026
Aug 3, 2026
Health
Nigeria's Health Sector Bleeds as 20,966 Health Workers Relocated Abroad in One Year, Report Reveals
Nigeria's healthcare system is haemorrhaging skilled personnel, with official figures showing nearly 21,000 health workers, including thousands of doctors and nurses, relocated abroad within a single year, deepening a crisis that experts say demands urgent structural reform rather than appeals to patriotism.
Aug 2, 2026
Security
Police Begin Rescue Operation For Abducted Oyo Headmaster
The Oyo State Police Command has launched a rescue operation for an abducted headmaster following the recent wave of school attacks in the state. Security operatives say efforts are ongoing to track down the suspects and secure the victim’s release.
Jul 13, 2026
Security
Again, Four ISWAP Family Members Surrender to Nigerian Army in Borno
Four family members linked to ISWAP have surrendered to troops in Borno State as the military continues its counter-insurgency pressure in the North-East. The latest development adds to a growing pattern of defections and surrenders from terrorist enclaves in the region.
Jul 11, 2026
Security
Nigerian Air Force Bombs ISWAP Enclave in Borno, Inflicts Heavy Casualties
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out precision airstrikes on an ISWAP enclave in Borno State, killing multiple terrorists and destroying key infrastructure including weapons caches and vehicles
Jul 11, 2026
Security
Nigerian Army Captures Suspected ISWAP Logistics Supplier in Borno State
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a high-value suspected logistics supplier to ISWAP in Borno State, dealing another blow to the terrorist group’s supply network.
Jul 11, 2026
Youth Empowerment
FG Launches Renewed Hope Digital Acceleration Programme to Boost Students' Employability in South-East
The Federal Government has launched the Renewed Hope Students Leaders Engagement and Digital Acceleration Programme in Enugu, aiming to equip Nigerian students with digital skills and innovation capacity to improve their employability and entrepreneurial prospects.
Aug 3, 2026
Youth Empowerment
IHS Nigeria Donates Equipment to Empower People With Disabilities
IHS Nigeria has donated business support equipment to persons with disabilities in Abuja’s Karonmajiji community, using an asset-based model designed to promote self-reliance, entrepreneurship and lasting livelihood support.
Aug 3, 2026
Youth Empowerment
Abia Rep Unveils N3bn Empowerment Programme for Constituents
The member representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Hon. Amobi Ogah, has launched a N3 billion empowerment programme aimed at supporting small businesses, reducing unemployment and improving livelihoods across the constituency.
Jul 27, 2026
Youth Empowerment
NAOWA and Ocean Wave Group Empower 100 Barracks Women and Youths in Edo
NAOWA’s 4 Brigade Chapter has partnered with the Ocean Wave Group to launch a two-month skills acquisition programme for 100 women and youths in Ekehuan Military Cantonment, Benin City, with training in vocational and digital trades aimed at self-reliance, entrepreneurship and income generation.
Jul 24, 2026
Pacesetters
Meet Abena Serwaah: the 23-year-old leading Ghana's agri-tech revolution
At just 23, Abena Serwaah has built a thriving hydroponic container farm business supplying premium vegetables to Accra's top hotels and restaurants.
Feb 20, 2025
Pacesetters
Kofi Acheampong: the teacher who built a library in a fishing village
A retired schoolteacher's dream to bring books to children in a remote Brong-Ahafo fishing village has grown into a community library serving 400 students.
Jan 10, 2025
Programs
Oxfam, Partners Empower North-East Communities to Take Charge of Post-Insurgency Development in Adamawa, Borno
Oxfam Nigeria and its implementing partners have trained community stakeholders and local government officials in Adamawa and Borno states to take ownership of their development priorities, as part of a broader push to reposition the North East in the post-insurgency era.
Aug 2, 2026
Programs
NABCO begins Phase 3 recruitment with focus on ICT and healthcare graduates
The Nation Builders Corps has opened applications for Phase 3 targeting 50,000 graduates in ICT, healthcare, education and agriculture.
Mar 5, 2025
Programs
Free SHS programme records 1.2 million enrolments in 2024/25 academic year
The Ghana Education Service reports 1.2 million students enrolled in the Free Senior High School programme in the current academic year.
Feb 1, 2025