Homepage Lagos from Monday, August 3rd, 2026

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for stronger border security measures and a coordinated European response after a surge of migrants into Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta triggered tensions among European Union member states.

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria Femi Falana has called on the Inspector-General of Police to take over investigations into the controversial deaths of Mary Habila and Babatunde Dolapo Tanimola, insisting that both cases require thorough, independent and transparent probes.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly sought support from the administration of United States President Donald Trump after facing mounting criticism over the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell a stake in the commercial rights of FIFA competitions, including the World Cup.

Stakeholders at the 2026 Delta State Economic and Investment Summit have called for stronger investment in local industries, marine infrastructure and homegrown solutions, as government leaders and economic experts outlined strategies to drive growth and create jobs.

Nigeria may have returned from the 2026 Commonwealth Games with fewer medals than it won four years ago, but sports journalist Mahbubat Salahudeen says the country's overall performance was actually stronger.

The National Youth Service Corps has made National Electronic Registration Database (NERD) clearance compulsory for all prospective corps members, warning that anyone without the verification will not be mobilised for national service.

The Federal Ministry of Works has begun a technical assessment of flood-affected sections of the Benin-Sagamu Expressway following heavy rainfall that disrupted movement along parts of the highway.

Hon. Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, the Kebbi State High Court judge abducted about a week ago, has regained his freedom and returned home safely.

A coalition of 100 Nigerians under the banner of G-100 has urged opposition leaders to unite behind a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, warning that a divided opposition would struggle to defeat the ruling party.

The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, rejecting criticisms by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as misleading and based on outdated data.

The Lagos State Government has commenced the installation of new water pumps at the Iju Headworks and Akute Intakes as part of efforts to improve water production, strengthen distribution and expand access to potable water across the state.