Latest News from Monday, March 23rd, 2026

Victor Osimhen has successfully undergone surgery following an injury sustained during UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash between Galatasaray and Liverpool.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it will arraign former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, at the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has approved key amendments to its statutes and electoral framework, while fixing September 26, 2026, for its next elective congress.

Dr. Chioma Onuka, an optometrist, has urged Nigerians to adopt simple habits to protect their eyes, particularly as extended screen time continues to strain vision.

The Kwara State Government has confirmed an explosion in Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, raising fresh security concerns in the area.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for the release of political detainees, including former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai.

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS says the newly introduced long-acting HIV prevention injection, Lenacapavir, is not recommended for pregnant women.

Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Monday said that the United States and Iran have engaged in “very good and productive conversations” aimed at resolving hostilities in the Middle East.

The Delta State Police Command has dismissed claims that a recent festival in Ozoro was a “rape festival,” saying no official reports of rape have been received.

Manchester City beat Arsenal 2-0 on Sunday to win England’s first domestic title, the Carabao Cup. In this piece, Ufuoma Egbamuno explains what went wrong for the Gooners and how Pep’s team triumphed

The Nigerian Navy rescued seven people Sunday following a collision between a Tantita patrol boat and a wooden market boat on the Ogboinbiri waterways in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area.

ADC Presidential ticket hopeful Peter Obi has said he wants to restore Kano’s economic strength after meeting with key political leaders in the state during Sallah celebrations.

Fuel prices in Nigeria may continue to rise in the coming days due to increasing global crude oil costs, an industry group has said.