SOKAPU Justifies N20bn Compensation Claim In Mary Habila Death Case
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU) has defended its demand for N20 billion in compensation over the death of medical professional Mary Habila, stressing that the request should not be interpreted as an accusation of guilt against any individual. Truth Live News Media reports that the demand was made by the group […]
Alonso Sends Strong Warning as Chelsea Begin New Season With Fresh Energy
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says the Blues are entering the new season with renewed confidence and positive energy as he begins the task of restoring the club to the top of English football. Alonso made the remarks on Monday, July 27, 2026, ahead of his first competitive match in charge against Western Sydney Wanderers in […]
‘It Never Happened’: Obi Fires Back at Claims of Anti North Remarks
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has denied allegations that he made divisive remarks about northern Nigerians, describing the claims as false and insisting they do not reflect his record of engagement and humanitarian interventions across the region. Obi made the clarification on Sunday, July 26, 2026, during an interview […]
Sanwo Olu Launches Mandatory Building Insurance Scheme to Tackle Lagos Building Collapses
The Lagos State Government has launched the Lagos State Building Insurance Scheme (LAGBIS) to enforce compulsory building insurance and improve the safety of lives and property across the state. Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu, represented by the Deputy Chief of Staff, Sam Egube, unveiled the initiative on Friday, July 24, 2026, describing it as a major […]
Osun NURTW Crisis: ALGON Accuses Adeleke of Unlawful Interference in Motor Park Administration
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Osun State has cautioned Governor Ademola Adeleke against what it described as illegal interference in the administration of motor parks amid the lingering leadership crisis within the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). The warning follows Governor Adeleke’s directive suspending NURTW activities across motor parks […]
D’banj Makes History as First Nigerian Entertainer to Ring London Stock Exchange Closing Bell
Nigerian music star, Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, has become the first Nigerian entertainer to ring the closing bell at the London Stock Exchange. The singer announced the milestone in a post shared on his verified X account on Friday, July 24, 2026. According to D’banj, he was invited to participate in the ceremony […]
Electricity Access Reaches Only 80 Million Nigerians, Says REA
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Abba Aliyu, has revealed that about 80 million Nigerians currently have access to electricity, underscoring the need to expand power supply to underserved rural communities. Aliyu made the disclosure while receiving a delegation from the Zanzibar Utilities Regulatory Authority […]
Reports Of Trump Praising Tinubu’s Anti-Terror War Are False, Says APM
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Allied People’s Movement (APM) has dismissed claims that United States President Donald Trump praised President Bola Tinubu for Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. In a statement issued yesterday by its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, the party accused the Presidency of attempting to mislead Nigerians by suggesting that Trump had commended the […]
Ted Cruz Criticizes Nigerian Government Over Alleged PR Response To Christian Persecution Concerns
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting United States Senator Ted Cruz has accused the Nigerian government of responding to international concerns over the alleged persecution of Christians with a public relations campaign rather than tackling the underlying security and religious freedom issues. Cruz made the remarks in a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday […]
Super Falcons Target WAFCON Glory, World Cup Ticket, $2m Record Prize
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations will kick off in Morocco on Sunday, July 26, 2026, with defending champions Nigeria aiming to retain their title, secure a place at the FIFA Women’s World Cup and claim a record $2 million prize. The tournament, which has expanded to a record 16 teams from 12 at […]