The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will not allow himself to be sidelined or politically buried ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that repeating past mistakes linked to the Rivers State governorship…
The Nigerian Army–led Joint Task Force, Operation HADIN KAI, has uncovered the coordinator behind a string of suicide bombing attacks and attempted attacks across the North East, identifying him as Shariff Umar. The revelation was contained in a statement issued…
In a twist of fate, former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua narrowly avoided death when a car crash in Nigeria claimed the lives of two of his friends, Daily Mail reports. The 36-year-old boxer reportedly moved from the front…
The Niger State Government has approved the reopening of all public and private schools across the state, with effect from Monday, January 12, 2026, following a positive security assessment. The decision was conveyed in a press statement issued on January…
Companies and statutory bodies that award contracts to unregistered individuals will now face an administrative penalty of N5 million under the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA). The Act also stipulates penalties for individuals who fail or refuse to register for…
Tennis legend Venus Williams has made history after receiving a wildcard entry to the Australian Open at the age of 45, becoming the oldest woman ever to compete in the tournament. The seven time Grand Slam singles champion will feature…
Actor Will Smith is facing a lawsuit from violinist Brian King Joseph, who claims Smith groomed him for sexual exploitation. Joseph began working with Smith in December 2024 and later joined his “Based on a True Story: 2025 Tour.” He…
China has introduced a 13 per cent tax on condoms, contraceptive drugs, and related devices as part of efforts to reverse the country’s declining birth rate. The new tax, which took effect on January 1, ends over 30 years of…
Former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Zaynab Ngohemba, has spoken publicly about her marriage to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, describing the union as one built on maturity, stability, and a shared commitment to…
The Nigeria Police Force has once again suspended the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy following an interim court order restraining the move. The enforcement, which was scheduled to begin on January 2, 2026, was put on hold after…