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FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Friday led security personnel to a suspected criminal hideout in a shanty located in Karmajiji, in Kukwaba District, near the Abuja City Gate, where he directed the FCT Department of Development Control to immediately demolish the illegal settlement.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says one of the biggest mistakes made by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara was trying to build his own political structure too early after assuming office.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says 65 of the 69 ambassadors-designate appointed by President Bola Tinubu have received the approval of their host countries, representing 97 percent of all appointments.

A court in Moscow has ordered the confiscation of 123 real estate assets belonging to Jehovah's Witnesses, transferring the properties to the Russian state.

The Nigerian Army has rescued a kidnapped senior military officer, Lieutenant Colonel Ofor Amobi, and a civilian, Ikechukwu Onwuanra, after a 10-day joint search-and-rescue operation in Enugu State.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced the public display of the personal particulars and academic credentials of presidential candidates for the 2027 general elections.

The Kogi State Government has ordered security agencies to investigate the killing of a Catholic priest, Reverend Father Samuel Opeyemi, and bring those responsible to justice.

Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino over his proposal to sell stakes in the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup, with his senior adviser resigning over the plan and opposition spreading across global football.

Denmark’s Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, has called on the European Union to consider suspending Spain from the Schengen free movement area following a major migrant surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta.

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Kenneth Okonkwo, has accused President Bola Tinubu of defending the Independent National Electoral Commission against legitimate concerns over its neutrality ahead of the 2027 general elections.

South African authorities have arrested more than 80 suspects in connection with recent Afrophobic attacks against African migrants, the country’s Consul General to Nigeria, Professor Bobby Moroe, has said.

Professor Is-haq Oloyede has handed over as Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, ending his 10-year tenure at the examination body.

Team Nigeria has emerged as Africa’s best performing nation after seven days of competition at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

A controversy is rocking Supercell Estate in Apo District, FCT, as a widow battling cancer, Mrs. Sandra Onuora, has appealed to FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike to intervene following the alleged illegal sale of her late husband's property to a prominent local pastor.

A petition calling for Nigeria Info FM presenter Ireti Bakare-Yusuf to be declared persona non grata in South Africa has surfaced online, promoted by an individual, Kgahliso Mokalapa.

President Bola Tinubu has dissolved the Presidential Implementation Committee (PIC) on the Alienation of Federal Government Properties, bringing an end to the operations of the committee set up to oversee the sale, lease and privatisation of federal government landed assets.

Investor Femi Otedola has further tightened his hold on First HoldCo Plc, acquiring an additional 1.78 billion shares of the financial group worth roughly N222.2 billion, according to a regulatory filing to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX).

Marcus Rashford has confirmed his departure from Barcelona after the club decided not to trigger the option to sign him permanently from Manchester United.

Amnesty International has warned that human rights violations in Nigeria are worsening despite increased awareness, citing sexual violence, rape, banditry and abuses in detention facilities as persistent concerns.

The Armed Forces of Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to neutrality, professionalism and respect for human rights during the 2027 general elections.

Chelsea have completed the signing of France international defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal reportedly worth £52 million.

An online petition using the image of Nigeria Info presenter Ireti Bakare Yusuf is raising questions over what appears to be a misleading campaign.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) says it will review FIFA's proposal to open the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup and other major tournaments to private investment.

The Nigerian Army has been recognised as Africa’s Best National Army in Counter-Terrorism Operations for 2025 by African Security Watch.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is fully prepared to conduct a free, fair and credible governorship election in Osun State on Aug. 15.

The Federal Government has approved the implementation of the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures and Tariff Amendments aimed at strengthening Nigeria's fiscal and trade framework, boosting competitiveness and increasing revenue generation.

The Nigerian Army has announced a major restructuring of its operational commands with the creation of new divisions and the appointment of General Officers Commanding (GOCs) to strengthen security operations across the country.

Amnesty International has accused Shell of knowingly allowing environmental damage in Nigeria's Niger Delta to continue for years, citing newly disclosed internal company documents that allegedly expose failing infrastructure, weak safety standards and an estimated US$10.9 billion decommissioning liability.

The death of 17-year-old Ifeanyichukwu Osuji in floodwaters that submerged parts of Oyigbo Local Government Area has become a painful symbol of the growing impact of seasonal flooding in Rivers State.

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised President Bola Tinubu's administration over Nigeria's rising debt profile, accusing the government of poor fiscal management.

Brazilian football star Neymar has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a glittering 16-year career with the Selecao following Brazil's exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming it revised the campaign timetable for the 2027 general elections, describing the information as false.

The Lagos State Government has begun plans to introduce specialised vehicle number plates for persons with disabilities as part of efforts to improve accessibility, recognition and ease of mobility across the state.

President Bola Tinubu has defended the independence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), insisting the electoral body has remained neutral ahead of the 2027 general election.

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force and intelligence agencies to intensify operations to track down those responsible for the deadly attack on Naridon Village in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

FIFA has announced plans to sell a minority stake in the commercial operations of the FIFA World Cup and its other competitions through the creation of a new semi-private subsidiary.

Nigeria's new Ambassador to Portugal, Erelu Angela Adebayo, has formally assumed her diplomatic duties after presenting her Letters of Credence to Portuguese President António José Seguro.

Uganda has declared an end to its latest Ebola outbreak after the disease infected 20 people and killed two others.

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a Federal High Court judgment ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and 4 other political parties.

The Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has urged journalists to strengthen investigative reporting to help expose corruption, money laundering and illicit financial flows.

The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has called for investigations into alleged irregularities in the 2026 Appropriation Act, questioning N8.05 billion allocated to church and mosque projects and alleging that funds meant for educating out-of-school children were diverted to unrelated projects.

‎Tanzania pulled off a major upset at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Banyana Banyana 2-1 in their Group B opener in Morocco.

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has vowed to clamp down on illegal car racing within residential neighborhoods across Abuja.

The House of Representatives has continued its investigation into the inclusion of the unestablished Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council in the Federal Government’s budget framework.

The Federal Government says it has captured more than 500,000 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in a national database as part of efforts to strengthen industrial development and improve business support.

Nigeria has assumed the chairmanship of the African Telecommunications Union Conference of Plenipotentiaries as member states push for greater digital inclusion and investment in technology infrastructure across the continent.

Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a fugitive drug kingpin and a former international footballer to a combined 24 years in prison for unlawful importation of cocaine.

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) was supposed to be different.

Global oil prices dropped sharply as signs of easing tensions between the United States and Iran raised hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the 2026 World Cup, accusing critics of spreading “hate and false rumours” about the tournament.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the 2026 FIFA World Cup against criticism, accusing detractors of "spreading hate and false rumours" while insisting the tournament was a success marked by safety, unity and celebration.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, that a Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket would have the best chance of defeating the ruling party in the 2027 general election.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has concluded the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, despite widespread calls from political parties, civil society organisations and election stakeholders for an extension.

A judge of the Kebbi State High Court, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, has been abducted by gunmen suspected to be bandits after they attacked his residence in Bunza Local Government Area of the state.

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged President Bola Tinubu to retire before the 2027 general election, arguing that Nigeria needs a more energetic and capable leader to confront the country's economic and security challenges.

The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier, Private Mohammed Yusuf, who was declared wanted over his alleged involvement in supplying military accoutrements to terrorists and other criminal elements.

Nigerian international lawyer and anti-corruption specialist Ibrahim James Pam has been appointed Acting Director-General of the World Bank Group's Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO), the institution's independent accountability body for projects financed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA).

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will conduct a mock accreditation exercise ahead of the August 15, 2026 Osun State governorship election to assess its preparedness for the poll.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), demanding an explanation for ₦211 trillion recorded in the company’s 2023 audited financial statements as “Sundry Receivables” and “Accrued Expenses.”

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged eligible Nigerians to complete their voter registration or update their voter information before the close of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise on Sunday.

A senior finance operative of the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, has surrendered to troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Borno State.

The Federal Government has dismissed reports of an impending electricity tariff increase, saying there are no plans to raise tariffs for any category of grid electricity consumers.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered 6,885,330 new prospective voters across three phases of its Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections.

The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed confidence that the party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will honour his pledge to serve only one four-year term if elected president in the 2027 general election.

Five Nigerian onion trucks detained at Kotoku Market in Ghana have been released following the intervention of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), easing tensions that had threatened to disrupt trade between Nigeria and Ghana.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says Nigeria has recorded a fresh increase in Lassa fever cases, with confirmed infections rising to 963 and deaths reaching 229 in 2026.

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) says waste collection challenges across Lagos will improve within the next six to eight months as the state expands its waste management infrastructure.

More than 200,000 people have been forced to flee their homes as massive wildfires continue to spread across parts of Spain and France, with both countries deploying additional resources to battle the fast-moving blazes.

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed reports claiming that Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, ordered officers to shoot anyone found carrying illegal firearms, describing the reports as false and a misrepresentation of his remarks.

The Lagos State Government has clarified that residents are free to move around during the monthly environmental sanitation exercise.

Enugu Air has dismissed reports that one of its aircraft crashed at Benin Airport, describing the incident as a runway excursion during landing.

China has condemned new U.S. tariffs imposed on Beijing and 59 other countries over alleged forced labour concerns, warning Washington against escalating trade tensions.

Spanish giants FC Barcelona have completed the signing of Nigerian-born German forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund.

Nigeria's ambassador to the Republic of Korea, Nora Ladi Daduut, formally presented her Letters of Credence to South Korean President Lee Jae-myung at a ceremony in Seoul on Wednesday.

The Federal Government has profiled 40 newly inaugurated Coastal Road Guards, and installed tracking devices on their motorcycles to ensure the vehicles are used only for official duties.

Enugu Air has confirmed that one of its aircraft experienced a runway excursion after landing at Benin Airport on Wednesday.

The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Lamido Yuguda Abubakar as Chairman of the Board of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON).

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP) has completed a $2.5 billion private equity placement, in what is being described as the largest publicly disclosed primary equity private placement in Africa's history.

Nigeria will host the Confederation of African Football’s Ordinary General Assembly in November, bringing together football leaders from across the continent.

The Delta State Police Command has arrested 22 suspected drug dealers and rescued two minors during a raid on suspected illicit drug dens and criminal hideouts in Ozoro and Abraka communities.

Thousands of people have been forced to flee their homes and holiday camps as deadly wildfires continue to rage across parts of Italy, France and Spain amid scorching temperatı" and strong winds.

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have rescued the remaining four students of the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda, who were abducted by gunmen in Zamfara State.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced three men to life imprisonment over their involvement in the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The Presidency says U.S. President Donald Trump has praised President Bola Tinubu's leadership and confirmed that U.S. Special Operations Forces, including Navy SEAL Team 6, have been deployed to train Nigerian troops in counterterrorism operations.

Iran backed Houthi rebels have launched attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, raising fresh concerns over global oil supplies and regional security.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has uncovered 908 suspected ghost workers across several federal ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), recovering about ₦942 million allegedly lost to payroll fraud.

The Allied People's Movement (APM) says Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has the support to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.

More than 20 people are feared dead after a passenger boat capsized along the Nigeria-Cameroon waterway during a late-night journey from Garoua in northern Cameroon to Yola, Adamawa State.

The Federal Government has reduced textbook assessment and ranking fees ahead of the implementation of the National Textbook Ranking System scheduled to begin in September 2026.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has rescued three people trapped in a multiple-vehicle collision along the LASU-Isheri Road, near Iyana School, inward Igando.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned until October 5 the trial of five men accused of concealing the whereabouts of former Bayelsa State Governor and ex-Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva.

The House of Representatives committee investigating the alleged establishment and operations of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) has summoned the National Security Adviser and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to explain how the council operated despite questions over its legal status.

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 27 kidnap victims during coordinated operations in Sokoto and Zamfara states.

The House of Representatives has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to ministries, departments and agencies accused of frustrating its investigation into the alleged Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC).

The Federal Government says it has paid N333 billion to eight electricity generation companies under the first phase of its power sector debt settlement programme.

The European Union, in partnership with the Government of Portugal, has donated two 8.9-metre rigid-hull inflatable boats and maritime crime investigation equipment to the Nigerian Navy to strengthen operations against piracy and other crimes in the Gulf of Guinea.

Long-serving Premier League referee Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from officiating after 16 years in England’s top flight.

Authorities in the United States and South America have taken down or blocked nearly 3,000 websites accused of illegally streaming matches from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR), the country’s benchmark interest rate, at 26.5 per cent.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to launching the ECO single currency in 2027 as part of efforts to deepen regional economic integration and boost trade across West Africa.

The Lagos State Government has presented ₦3 billion in compensation to 331 property owners whose lands were acquired for major road infrastructure projects across the state.

A group of lawyers under the Incorporated Trustees of the Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has asked a Federal High Court in Abuja to stop the swearing-in of Nigerian Bar Association President-elect, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, and other newly elected national officers.

Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has decorated 13 newly promoted Assistant Inspectors-General of Police and 17 Commissioners of Police, urging them to uphold integrity, professionalism and accountability in their new roles.

The Jigawa State government has begun moves to establish a dedicated budget line for the Supporting Access to Routine Immunisation and Child Health Services and Systems Strengthening (SARMAAN) programme, in a bid to sustain child survival interventions beyond donor funding.

The Department of State Services (DSS) says it will appeal the life sentences imposed on two convicted Ansaru terror commanders, arguing that the punishment does not reflect the gravity of their crimes.

Andy Burnham has become the United Kingdom's new prime minister, pledging to restore stability and tackle the country's cost-of-living crisis after taking office following Keir Starmer's resignation.

Lagos State Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Monday presented more than N3.1 billion in compensation to over 300 property owners whose lands were acquired for strategic infrastructure projects across the state.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail of N500 million to former Managing Director of the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company Limited, Jimoh Yisawu, after he pleaded not guilty to an eight-count money laundering charge filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Six people have died after they were struck by lightning while working on a farm in Ganye Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

A 13-year-old boy has died after a fountain collapsed during celebrations of Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph in the western Spanish town of Ciudad Rodrigo.

Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's new Prime Minister, succeeding Keir Starmer after the Labour leader resigned following a series of political setbacks and controversies.

The House of Representatives is set to begin an investigation into the controversial inclusion of N1.32 billion for the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), an agency the Federal Government says was never legally established.

The United States has carried out a ninth consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military command centres, missile and drone launch sites, air defence systems and coastal surveillance facilities, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM).

Petroleum marketers have suspended large-scale fuel purchases from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery following its decision to price products in US dollars, raising fresh concerns over fuel supply and possible pump price increases.

Nigeria's petrol imports increased by 207 per cent in June 2026 as domestic refining output declined, according to new data released by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).

President Bola Tinubu has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to adopt a united position against the recent Afro-phobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa

Substitute Ferran Torres has etched his name into Spanish football folklore, striking a 106th-minute winner to earn Spain a 1–0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has been elected the new chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), following the conclusion of the 69th Ordinary Session of the regional bloc held Sunday in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has given all large taxpayers until July 31 to fully adopt the national e-invoicing and Electronic Fiscal System (EFS), warning that companies that fail to comply could face regulatory and enforcement actions under existing tax laws.

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Peru's central Andes, killing five people, injuring 21 others and leaving about 300 residents homeless, authorities said Sunday.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Freetown, Sierra Leone, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government.

Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, who polled 30 percent of the votes in this weekend's Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) election has rejected the result of the vote.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched a nationwide Zonal Special Intervention Patrol aimed at reducing road traffic crashes through intelligence-driven enforcement across the country.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has urged the National Assembly to withdraw the proposed Nigeria Data Protection Amendment Bill 2026, warning that it could restrict social media freedom and online expression.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja to represent President Bola Tinubu at the 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Christian organisations have opposed a proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Act that would criminalise preaching in commercial vehicles, warning that it could violate constitutional rights.

England defeated France 6-4 in an unforgettable, high-scoring match to win third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

‎Kylian Mbappe has become the all-time leading goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history after scoring twice in France’s 6–4 third-place playoff loss to England.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has described it as "crazy" that he will come up against Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal in Sunday's FIFA World Cup final, nearly 20 years after a now-famous photograph captured him holding Yamal as a baby.

The United Kingdom has warned young travellers against accepting offers of free holidays, luxury trips or other incentives from criminal gangs seeking to recruit them as drug couriers.

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has revealed that global music icon Rihanna is one artiste he would love to collaborate with, describing the possibility of working together as an exciting musical opportunity.

Colombian pop star Shakira, Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy and Uganda’s Ghetto Kids have begun rehearsals ahead of their much-anticipated performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed that effective logistics training and sustainment capabilities are essential to the success of military operations and the protection of national security.

The United States Department of State has placed 23 countries under its highest travel advisory, Level 4, urging American citizens not to travel to the listed destinations for any reason due to security risks and limited consular assistance.

The Federal Government has arraigned three men over the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers from schools in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, accusing them of terrorism-related offences, kidnapping, concealment, incitement and illegal mining.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused President Bola Tinubu of losing control of his administration, citing what it described as conflicting appointments and removals within the Federal Government.

The Bank of Industry (BoI) has secured a €60 million credit facility from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to support Nigeria's cocoa processing and dairy industries, as the country intensifies efforts to move beyond exporting raw agricultural commodities.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a nationwide public awareness campaign to help Nigerians recover unclaimed dividends and other funds arising from capital market transactions.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for greater international cooperation on artificial intelligence, warning against any single country dominating the rapidly evolving technology as China positions itself as a leading force in global AI governance.

President Bola Tinubu has signed an Executive Order establishing a new framework to coordinate the regulation of virtual assets in Nigeria, in a move aimed at strengthening oversight, protecting investors and supporting innovation in the country's digital economy.

The National Examinations Council has rejected claims that Government Secondary School, Olowa in Kogi State is a “miracle examination centre.”

The four victims rescued after being abducted during an attack on an examination centre in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, have arrived at the Government House in Lokoja, where they were received by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) says it will proceed with its 2026 national officers' election on Saturday, despite legal challenges and allegations that the process is skewed in favour of a particular candidate.

Former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, says he will challenge the court ruling ordering the forfeiture of properties linked to him.

The Court of Appeal on Thursday vacated a Federal High Court judgment that had nullified the timelines the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) issued for the 2027 general elections, restoring the electoral body's authority to enforce its Revised Timetable.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has given online publisher and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, a final warning to conclude his defence in an alleged cybercrime case or risk being foreclosed.

The Lagos State Government has warned businesses operating in the state against enforcing “No Return, No Refund, No Replacement” and “No Cancellation After Payment” policies, saying such conditions cannot override consumers’ rights under the law.

The Senate has confirmed Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina as a non-career ambassadorial nominee, despite opposition from some lawmakers and civil society groups.

The World Bank says about 79 per cent of Nigerians remain poor or vulnerable to falling into poverty despite nearly three years of economic reforms by the Federal Government.

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has begun the process of removing 100,000 companies from its register for failing to file annual returns and other statutory documents.

President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is making "serious foundational progress" as his administration's economic reforms continue to stabilise the economy.

More than 500 people are feared dead after two boats carrying mainly Rohingya refugees reportedly capsized off the coast of Myanmar, according to the United Nations.

Defending Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions Nigeria will take on Ghana in an international friendly on Saturday as part of preparations for the 2026 tournament in Morocco.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released activists Randy Peter and Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama Pee, after they honoured an invitation by the anti-graft agency in Abuja.

The United States and Iran exchanged fresh attacks on Thursday as fighting over the strategic Strait of Hormuz entered its sixth day, raising concerns about global energy supplies and regional security.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have agreed to deepen collaboration on digital identity verification to strengthen the credibility of future elections.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, to the Federal Government.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the recent flooding in parts of the state was caused by heavy rainfall, rising lagoon water levels and human activities blocking natural drainage channels.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has confirmed a rabies outbreak in Abuja after two people died from bites by rabid dogs, prompting authorities to urge residents to vaccinate their dogs and cats and avoid contact with stray animals.

The Kano/Jigawa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service says it generated N63.08 billion in revenue between January and June 2026, representing a 7.4 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

Nigeria's headline inflation rate eased to 15.91% in June 2026, down from 15.93% in May, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report released by the National Bureau of Statistics.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, to the Federal Government.

The Police Service Commission has released the names of successful applicants for the recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force, the commission announced Wednesday.

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has ordered a large-scale security operation to rescue four people abducted from Government Secondary School, Olowa, in Dekina Local Government Area during the ongoing National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations.

The fifth and final batch of Nigerians evacuated from South Africa has arrived in Lagos, bringing to a close the Federal Government's voluntary repatriation exercise for citizens affected by rising anti-immigration tensions in the country.

Nigeria has set December 2028 as the deadline for the complete transition from analogue to digital television broadcasting, marking the country’s final analogue switch-off.

The Federal High Court has amended its 2026 Pre-Election Practice Directions, introducing new measures that allow judges to conduct virtual hearings, transfer pre-election cases across judicial divisions, and keep court registries open on weekends and public holidays for election-related filings.

A Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Maitama has granted bail to former Code of Conduct Tribunal Chairman Danladi Umar, who is standing trial on four counts of corruption.

Gunmen attacked a secondary school in Kogi State on Tuesday evening, abducting the principal, a National Examinations Council ad-hoc staff member and four students during ongoing NECO examinations.

The Federal Government has inaugurated a Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) to provide strategic advice on fiscal policy, macroeconomic reforms and public financial management as part of efforts to deepen ongoing economic reforms and accelerate inclusive growth.

US forces launched a fourth consecutive day of strikes against Iran on Tuesday and reimposed a naval blockade to prevent ships from entering or leaving Iranian ports, further escalating tensions between the two countries.

The UK government says it will introduce an overnight social media curfew for teenagers aged 16 and 17 as part of a broader effort to limit young people’s exposure to addictive online features.

The final batch of Nigerian nationals evacuated from South Africa has departed Pretoria for Johannesburg to board a Federal Government-chartered Air Peace flight back to Nigeria following a wave of xenophobic attacks.

Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has appealed to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) for increased and predictable funding to strengthen the electoral body's operations ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Police have arrested Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-proclaimed Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), in Osun State, just hours after a Federal High Court in Abuja issued a bench warrant for his arrest.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied issuing an access code to the Nafiu Gombe-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying the code for candidate nominations was granted only to the Sen. David Mark-led leadership of the party.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Egypt to strengthen collaboration in the fight against drug trafficking and substance abuse.

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, has called for stronger collaboration among West African countries to improve tax administration, compliance with ECOWAS tax directives, and domestic revenue mobilisation.

The Federal Government says 315 Nigerians stranded in South Africa are expected to arrive in the country on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, as part of a final evacuation exercise.

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have rescued seven travellers abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Riyom highway in Plateau State.

The Lagos State Government has blamed the recent flooding in parts of the state on rising lagoon water levels, which it says are preventing stormwater from draining properly.

The Presidency has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s call for a United Nations-led investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the move as unnecessary and politically motivated.

The House of Representatives has withdrawn its own constitutional amendment bill seeking the establishment of state police and opted to consider a similar proposal from President Bola Tinubu.

Nigeria’s ability to convert its oil and gas resources into reliable power, industrial growth and new investment will come under focus at African Energy Week 2026, scheduled to hold in Cape Town, South Africa, from October 12 to 16.

When it rains in Gayawa, Muhammad Bako knows the road home could become a death trap.

Amnesty International has called for the deployment of peacekeepers to Sudan as its latest report details alleged mass killings, widespread rape and recruitment of children by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, says the federal government will take steps to strengthen security in schools following growing concerns over attacks on educational institutions.

Nigeria's national grid collapsed twice in four days in January.

Nigeria's High Commissioner-designate to Malaysia, Ambassador Ahmed Olatunji Sulu-Gambari, has formally presented copies of his Letters of Credence to Ikram bin Mohammad Ibrahim, chief of protocol at Malaysia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has welcomed the Federal Government’s suspension of the proposed increase in WAEC and NECO registration fees, describing the decision as a victory for Nigerian parents, students and civil society groups.

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld a Federal High Court judgment restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any state congresses organised by committees appointed by the Senator David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

US President Donald Trump says the United States will be paid for protecting the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions with Iran continue to escalate and threaten the major global oil-shipping route.

The Benue State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has distanced its members from an attack in Otukpo Nobi, Otukpo Local Government Area, that reportedly left about 16 people dead.

The Atiku Media Office has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of aiding efforts to weaken the African Democratic Congress and other opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has pleaded not guilty to allegations of forging his university degree certificate and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate.

Presidential candidate Peter Obi has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to suspend the proposed review of WAEC and NECO examination registration fees, describing it as a victory for Nigerians.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports that a group led by Nafiu Bala Gombe uploaded the names of a presidential candidate and other nominees on the Independent National Electoral Commission’s nomination portal.

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has returned to Chippa United after a brief and uncertain spell away, bringing an end to a move that has been widely viewed as a failed transfer gamble.

A clinical psychologist, Sabina Ebadan, has called for immediate and sustained psychological care for the schoolchildren and teachers recently rescued from captivity in Oyo State, warning that the effects of kidnapping often extend far beyond physical injuries.

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has directed a high-level Nigerian Air Force (NAF) delegation to Portugal to oversee the ongoing Periodic Depot Maintenance (PDM) of one of its C-130H aircraft, reaffirming the Service’s commitment to aircraft safety, airworthiness and operational readiness.