Tensions Rise as South Africa’s Sports Minister Targets Nigeria’s World Cup Hopes
South Africa’s Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has sparked controversy after saying he would prefer that Nigeria’s Super Eagles fail to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing tensions between the two nations during the qualification campaign. Speaking in an interview with Radio 947 in Johannesburg, Mr McKenzie accused Nigerian football […]
Police Warn Pro-Nnamdi Kanu Protesters to Avoid Aso Rock Area
The Nigeria Police Force has issued a warning to individuals planning protests demanding the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, cautioning them to steer clear of Aso Rock and its surrounding areas. Force spokesperson CSP Benjamin Hundeyin said in a statement from Abuja that the warning follows a Federal High Court order prohibiting demonstrations around key […]
Soludo Rejects Biafra Agitation, Says South-East Prosperity Lies in a United Nigeria
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, says he does not support separatist movements in Nigeria’s south-east, insisting that the region’s future depends on its continued unity with the country. Speaking on Sunday Politics, a programme on Channels Television monitored by Truth Live News, Governor Soludo said while he respects citizens’ rights to peaceful protest, he disagrees […]
Asia’s Rising Academic Power Leaves Africa Lagging Behind In Global University Rankings
EDUCATION – A major global shift in higher education is unfolding as Asian universities rise rapidly, leaving Africa and particularly Nigeria,absent from the world’s top academic rankings. According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, released on October 9 and published by the World Economic Forum, Asian institutions are now outpacing their Western […]
Police arrest 49-year-old for allegedly defiling minor, inducing abortion
A 49-year-old man, Azeez Lamide, has been arrested by operatives of the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly defiling a 14-year-old girl. Lamide, a resident of the Ogbagi-Akoko, in the northern senatorial dstrict of Ondo State was also accused of inducing abortion for the minor through the administration of drugs. The victim was […]
Nigerian Man Writes President Tinubu, Requests N12 Billion Loan
Nigerian Man Writes President Tinubu, Requests N12 Billion Loan Emmanuel Efayeta Kuejubola writes an open loan application letter to President Tinubu, requesting a loan of 12 billion naira, in the newspaper. He wrote, “My name is Emmanuel Efayeta Kuejubola, one Nigerian from Okpavuerhe- Olomu Kingdom, Ughelli South Local Government, Delta State. “Knowing well that in […]
FG, States, LGs Share Staggering N2.103 Trillion In September Revenue
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting A staggering sum of N2.103 trillion, being September 2025 Federation Account Revenue, has been shared to the Federal Government, States and the Local Government Councils. The revenue was shared at the October 2025 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting held in Abuja. The N2.103 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue […]
BREAKING: Nottingham Forest Manager Sacked After Chelsea’s Defeat
Nottingham Forest have sacked their manager, Ange Postecoglou following a crushing defeat to Chelsea. The club announced the decision late Saturday, citing unacceptable performance. “We thank him for his efforts but results have not met expectations,” a club spokesperson said. Forest now begin their search for a new head coach to steer the team […]
Just In: Regina Daniels Cries Out, Alleges Domestic Violence in Her Marriage to Ned Nwoko
Nollywood star Regina Daniels seems to be having serious issues in her marriage to Senator Ned Nwoko after a video went viral online. The short clip shared by filmmaker Stanley On-Top showed Regina looking distressed as she spoke about the mess in her relationship with the politician. According to Stanley, the senator had […]
JUST IN: Defence Headquarters Set Up Panel to Investigate 20 Officers Plotting to Overthrow Tinubu’s Govt
The Defence Headquarters in Nigeria have set up a panel to investigate about 20 officers detained over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. Recall Sahara Reporters newspaper broke the news that 16 officers, including a brigadier general and a colonel, were arrested in late September following intelligence that they were holding secret […]