Homepage Abuja from Thursday, July 30th, 2026

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.