BREAKING: Backlash as FIFA Delays Verdict on Nigeria, DR Congo World Cup Dispute
Fresh tension has gripped Nigeria’s football space as FIFA continues to delay its ruling on the eligibility controversy involving Nigeria and DR Congo following last November’s Africa 2026 World Cup play-off, Truth live news reports. The dispute, officially filed by the Nigeria Football Federation in December, questions the eligibility of DR Congo players including Aaron […]
Peter Obi Warns Nigeria Facing “Debt Without Growth”
The former labour party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has warned that Nigeria risks sliding deeper into economic difficulty as its rising debt is not matched by growth, describing the situation as “debt without growth”. The former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate made the remarks on Tuesday in a post on social media […]
Nigeria Records 14M Birth Registrations In Two Years, Says UNICEF, Commends
The Country Representative of UNICEF, Mrs. Wafaa Abdelatef disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu at the State House, Abuja.
ECOWAS Court to Hear Nigerian Activist’s ₦5bn Human Rights Case
The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has ruled that it has the authority to hear a human rights case brought against Nigeria by activist Musa Ali Maishanu, rejecting an objection by the federal government. In a decision delivered virtually in Abuja under Application No. ECW/CCJ/APP/11/25 (Ruling No. ECW/CCJ/RUL/01/26), the regional court dismissed Nigeria’s preliminary challenge […]
Obi Calls for Credible Elections, Warns Against Repeat of 2023 Controversies
The 2023 Presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi has warned that the 2027 general election must be free, transparent and credible, saying attempts to manipulate results would face serious legal consequences. In a message shared on social media on Monday, Mr Obi said the country must move away from elections marked by controversy […]
US Sends Ground Troops to Nigeria Amid Security Cooperation
The United States has confirmed that it has deployed a small team of ground troops to Nigeria, marking a rare acknowledgement of US military presence in the country. The announcement was made by General Dagvin Anderson, the head of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), during a press briefing on Tuesday. According to General Anderson, the […]
Nigeria Signs Deal with South Korea to Manufacture Electric Vehicles
Nigeria has signed an agreement with South Korea to establish an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in the country, as part of efforts to expand local production and reduce carbon emissions. The agreement, a memorandum of understanding, was signed on 30 January by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, and representatives of South […]
Nigeria, Türkiye Sign New Agreements on Trade, Defence
Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to speed up cooperation in trade, energy and defence as part of efforts to boost investment, job creation and economic growth in both countries. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the agreement during his state visit to Ankara, following talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. In a post on his […]
Again, US Urges Nigeria to Protect Christians After Mass Abduction in Kaduna
The United States has called on Nigeria to take stronger action to protect Christian communities following the abduction of more than 170 worshippers in Kaduna State, an incident that has heightened concerns over insecurity and religious violence. The worshippers were kidnapped during church services in Kajuru Local Government Area on 18 January. Initial reports of […]
CAF Fines Algeria, Suspends Players After Clashes With Nigeria
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined the Algerian Football Federation $100,000 following misconduct by its players, officials and supporters after a match against Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations. CAF announced the sanctions on Wednesday after reviewing incidents that followed Algeria’s 2–0 defeat by Nigeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 tournament […]