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The jury in the bribery trial of Diezani Alison-Madueke has begun deliberations at Southwark Crown Court in London, following nearly four months of proceedings.

Iran says it has responded to a new United States proposal aimed at ending the conflict in the Gulf region.

President Bola Tinubu has condemned the reported killing of one of the teachers abducted during a bandit attack in Esiele community, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing the incident as barbaric.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned the abduction of schoolchildren, teachers and school officials during coordinated attacks on schools in Ahoro-Esinele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has commenced a full investigation into two suspects arrested at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport over the alleged failure to declare a total of $461,600.

The Lagos State Government says emergency response operations helped save properties worth over N118.32 billion from fire incidents in 2025.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to activist and social media commentator Justice Chidiebere, popularly known as “Justice Crack,” in the sum of N5 million.

The Supreme Court’s decision to reserve judgment in the case involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its National Chairman, David Mark, has drawn mixed reactions from callers, who weighed in on its implications for the party and broader opposition politics.

A caller on Hello PH has weighed in on the ongoing debate surrounding a man who was pressured into contributing to his wife’s father’s burial expenses, despite the presence of other siblings who could have shared the financial responsibility.

Nwachukwu Adah, the South–South Zonal Coordinator of the Nigeria Forest Security Service, has raised concerns over the growing threat of banditry in Rivers State, warning that the situation could escalate if urgent action is not taken. Speaking on The Morning Crossfire, Adah outlined the potential dangers posed by bandits across the state and proposed a series of countermeasures to address the issue.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has acknowledged the widespread distrust many Nigerians have toward the commission. Deputy Director of Voter Education and Publicity, INEC, Wilfred Ifogah, while speaking on NigeriaInfo FM, admits that this has indeed become a genuine concern. He, nonetheless, added that constructive criticism is welcome, as it helps highlight the commission's shortcomings.

Innocent Lord Douglas, Deputy General Secretary of SSAEAC (South-East and South-South), gave his opinion on the limited or lack of electricity supply in Rivers State.

Uchechi Ogadinma, a former media aide to the Ahoada West Local Government Area Chairman, alleged that she was assaulted alongside her mother by the LGA Chairman, Eugene Ekpelle.

The Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, Chidi Lloyd, says he saved N150 million after cleaning up payroll fraud through a biometric verification exercise in 2021. He said the move targeted ghost workers and a bloated wage bill within the council.

The Chief Road Traffic and Vehicle Inspection Officer in Rivers State, Engineer Monibo Akobo, has addressed a viral social media video which claims a court judgment in Abuja barred VIO officers from carrying out roadside inspections. He said the claim has triggered repeated attacks on officers during field operations.

Bruno Fernandes made Premier League history after Manchester United’s 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest, equalling the record for the most assists in a single season.

The Confederation of African Football will conduct the qualifying draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations on Tuesday in Cairo, Egypt, as teams begin their journey to the continental tournament.

‎Bayern Munich enjoyed a dominant end to the Bundesliga season, with Michael Olise and Harry Kane both securing major individual honours after leading the club’s charge to the title.

Chelsea Football Club has confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as the new manager of their men’s team, marking the beginning of a new era at Stamford Bridge.