General news.
Yohanna Kusau, a frontline health worker in Abuja's FCT, has been recognised as a 2026 PHC Champion under the NPHCDA's KNOW. TRUST. GO. Campaign for his extraordinary dedication to community healthcare.
Entertainment
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has opened up about his dream collaboration, naming Rihanna as the artist he most wants to work with and insisting they would make “dope music” together, even as he admits her focus has shifted from music to her billion‑dollar beauty empire
Sports
Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney say Lionel Messi was unfairly denied the Golden Boot, urging FIFA to exclude third-place playoff goals from scoring records.
Lionel Messi has become the first player in football history to start three FIFA World Cup finals, achieving the feat in Argentina's 2026 final against Spain after previously starting the 2014 and 2022 finals.
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested six suspected terrorist logistics suppliers during operations in the North-East, disrupting supply networks allegedly supporting insurgents. Military authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to weaken terrorist activities in the region.
The Kwara State Government has ordered the demolition of a structurally distressed two-storey building in Ilorin after declaring it unsafe. Authorities warned that the government would demolish the building if the owner fails to comply with the directive.
The FCT Police Command has arrested four officers accused of extorting ₦53,000 from ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Aliyu at an illegal checkpoint in Abuja. Police authorities say the officers will face disciplinary action, including possible dismissal, as part of efforts to tackle corruption within the force.
NABTEB has begun the nationwide placement of successful candidates into technical colleges for the 2026 academic session. The board said the exercise will be based on merit, transparency and the Federal Character Principle, with over 10,000 candidates qualifying for admission
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has hailed Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya's historic election as NBA President, saying the milestone inspires women across Nigeria and proves that leadership is based on competence, not gender.
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a Sudanese man suspected of being a foreign terrorist collaborator and a Ghanaian woman believed to be an illegal immigrant during a security operation in Borno State. Both suspects are being interrogated as investigations into their activities continue.
The United States has imposed additional sanctions on Sudan after determining that the Sudanese government used chemical weapons during the country's civil war. Sudan has denied the allegations, calling the sanctions unlawful and politically motivated.
One person has died and 39 others are missing after a boat carrying mostly female farmers and labourers capsized in Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State. Police and emergency responders, assisted by local divers, are continuing search and rescue operations.
The University of Calabar has renewed its ban on wild graduation celebrations, reckless driving and cult-related activities, warning that students who violate the directive will face disciplinary action as the institution moves to maintain peace and safety on campus.
The Cross River State Government has exempted female commercial drivers and male drivers aged 60 and above from paying vehicle registration fees and daily operational levies as part of measures to reduce the cost of doing business and improve the welfare of transport operators.
Peter Obi says the successful conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup reflects the power of youth, competence and opportunity, describing it as a special birthday gift.
