Historic Malawi reach first-ever WAFCON final

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 10:45 pm

Malawi have made history at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nation (WAFCON), defeating Algeria 3-1 in Rabat to secure a place in the tournament's final. The Scorchers have produced one of the competition's biggest surprises, overcoming several established African football nations on their remarkable...

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Cameroonian Forces Intercept Ammunition Smuggler Near Nigerian Border

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 9:29 pm

Cameroonian security authorities have arrested a 23-year-old man, identified as Moussa Ngoudja, after he was allegedly caught transporting a large quantity of 7.62mm ammunition near the Nigeria-Cameroon border. Ngouja, a Cameroonian national from Sueram in Fotokol, was arrested around 6:30 a.m. on August 9 by...

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2027: Atiku Vows to Defy Past Defeats, Says ‘Nothing Can Stop Me’

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 7:04 pm

Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has vowed to remain in the race for the 2027 presidential election despite his previous electoral defeats. Atiku made the declaration during an interview with Jaji TV Hausa, insisting that he remains physically fit, energetic...

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2027: Uniting Obi, Atiku Opposition Camp Difficult, Says G100 Leader

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 6:44 pm

The leader of the G100 political pressure group, Salihu Lukman, has admitted that convincing opposition leaders, including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, to work together ahead of the 2027 election will be difficult. Lukman, an African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, spoke on Arise Television’s Morning...

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There’s only the Big 2, then there’s me – Burna Boy declares

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 6:29 pm

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has made a bold statement about the country's biggest music stars, insisting that the widely recognised "Big 3" should instead be regarded as the"Big 2", with himself in separate category, declaring that he should be...

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FG Moves to Tackle Cancer Crisis, Approves 35 New Radiotherapy Machines

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 6:09 pm

The Federal Government has approved 35 new linear accelerators to expand cancer treatment and give more Nigerians access to life-saving radiotherapy. The machines are expected to be procured between 2027 and 2029 as part of a broader plan to strengthen cancer care nationwide. Minister of...

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NDPC Probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, Hackerbella over alleged use of Students Data

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 4:50 pm

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has launched an investigation into the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Lotus Bank and Hackerbella Ltd over allegations that students’ personal data were used to open bank accounts unlawfully. The investigation is aimed at determining how the students’ personal information...

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I have no regrets over my statement – Sheikh Jingir defends Muslim-Muslim ticket

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 4:28 pm

Islamic cleric and leader of Izala Scholars Council, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir has defended his long-standing support for a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket comments and description of Christians as "infidels" saying he has no regrets over his position. Jingir, who has faced criticism over his recent...

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Police Bar Amotekun, Vigilantes from Osun Governorship Election

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 11:57 am

The Nigeria Police Force has barred the Western Nigeria Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun, vigilante groups and other non-state security outfits from participating in security operations during governorship election in Osun State. The directive is part of measures being put in place by the...

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Tinubu signs Order to unlock $50bn Deep Offshore Investments

Published: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 7:01 am

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the Deep Offshore Oil and Gas Projects Incentives (Tax Remission) Order, 2026. Tinubu disclosed this in a statement addressed to Nigerians, saying the new framework would provide investors with clear and predictable terms needed to commit billions of dollars...

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10 police officers,17 bandits killed in Zamfara-Kebbi gun battle

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 9:11 pm

Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed that 17:suspected bandits were killed during a fierce gun battle with security operatives in Makuku village in Zuru Emirate, along the Kebbi-Zamfara border. The confrontation occurred on Monday, August 10, when police operatives, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted bandits...

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I meant Kill Accord in Osun by Votes — Sen. Fadahunsi Clarifies

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 8:50 pm

Osun Senator, Francis Fadahunsi has clarified his recent comment in which he was quoted as saying that the Accord Party should be “killed.” Fadahunsi, a senator representing Osun Central Senatorial District, said the phrase was used figuratively to mean defeating the Accord Party at the...

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Nworie Bridge: Nekede Old Road Becomes Death Trap

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 7:42 pm

By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk The deteriorating condition of the Nworie Bridge along the Old Nekede Road, shortly after the West End axis of Owerri, Imo State, has raised fresh concerns over the safety of motorists and other road users who depend on the...

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Adeleke alleges Plot to Arrest Accord Leaders, demands Police Action against Fadahunsi

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 7:40 pm

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has raised the alarm over an alleged police directive to arrest leaders of the Accord Party ahead of the state’s governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026. Adeleke made the allegation on Tuesday during an emergency press briefing, where he...

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Why We Planned to Remove Tinubu — Col. Ma’aji

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 7:04 pm

Nigerian Army Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, accused of playing a central role in an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has said his involvement was motivated by patriotism and frustration over the worsening condition of the country. According to him, the motive was never...

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Nigeria is facing a Crisis in Electoral System, Judiciary — Peter Obi

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 6:34 pm

Former Anambra State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised  alarm over a “crisis in Nigeria’s electoral system and justice sector.” Obi made the remarks on Tuesday while commenting on developments surrounding elections, lawmakers, legal practitioners and the judiciary. He...

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Faniyan Ayodeji assumes duty as 47th Plateau Commissioner of Police

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 6:33 pm

Jos --- The Plateau State Police Command has announced the resumption of duty of CP Faniyan Ayodeji, psc, MNIPS, fdc, as the 47th Commissioner of Police in the state. CP Faniyan, joined the Nigeria Police Force in 1994 as Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police, brings...

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Violence does not discriminate between Christians, Muslims — APC Chairman Yilwatda

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 6:22 pm

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has called for greater unity and peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims. Yilwatda made the call while speaking at the Muslim World League/JIBWIS International Security Conference, themed “Advancing Peaceful Coexistence.” The APC chairman...

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Tinubu Wants You Out of Office, Ayodele Alerts Adeleke

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 6:16 pm

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has alerted Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, that President Bola Tinubu is allegedly determined to see him lose Saturday’s governorship election. Ayodele made the claim in a statement issued on Tuesday by his media aide,...

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Ex-Adamawa Governor Bindow Meets Tinubu After Leaving ADC

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 5:42 pm

Former Adamawa State Governor, Umar Jibrilla Bindow, has met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, days after resigning from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The meeting reportedly took place late Monday night, but details of the discussions between Bindow and the...

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Nkwerre Ohaeshi Honours Anyaehie, Nwaneri, Iwuanyanwu, Others

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 5:37 pm

By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk The ancient Nkwerre Kingdom in Imo State came alive on Saturday as indigenes of its four autonomous communities gathered for the 2026 Iri Ji Ofo Ano, Oriri Nkwerre, an annual celebration of harvest, culture and communal identity. Held at...

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Nigerian Doctor Chi Uzoma Promoted to U.S. Army Captain

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 5:21 pm

By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk Nigerian medical doctor Chi Uzoma has been promoted to the rank of Captain in the United States Army, marking another notable milestone in her professional journey. Uzoma’s achievement has drawn widespread commendation among Nigerians, particularly within the Igbo community,...

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2027: NHRC demands arrest, prosecution of Sheikh Jingir over alleged hate speech

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 5:12 pm

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), on Tuesday, urged the Federal Government to immediately arrest and prosecute Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir over comments the Commission described as hate speech and incitement to religious hatred and potential violence. The Commission, in a statement signed...

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Chima Amadi Donates ₦3.5m to Imo Community, Backs Poor Families

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 4:25 pm

By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk Action Peoples Party (APP) candidate for Imo East Senatorial District, Chima Matthew Amadi, has donated ₦3.5 million to the Okpulla Amakaohia Development Union (OADU) in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, with part of the money earmarked for...

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EFCC arrests man for impersonating operative, defrauding victim of N3m

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 1:26 pm

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a man, Nuhu Dahiru, for allegedly impersonating its operative and obtaining N3 million from members of the public under false presence in Maiduguri, Borno Stare The EFCC disclosed this in a statement posted on its X...

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Atiku Raises Alarm Over Outdated BVAS Ahead of 2027 Elections

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 12:58 pm

Former Vice President and ADC presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has raised concerns over the use of outdated technology in the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Atiku’s concerns followed failures recorded during the Osun State mock accreditation exercise on August...

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Nobody will stop Me from dancing — Adeleke replies APC Critics

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 12:47 pm

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed criticism from the All Progressives Congress (APC) that his four years in office have been characterised by “music and dance.” Speaking during an Arise TV Town Hall programme on Monday, Adeleke said his critics were simply jealous because...

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FCT, Seven Other States Add ₦355bn to Domestic Debt in Three Months

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 11:52 am

Seven states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) increased their domestic debt by a combined ₦355.18 billion between December 2025 and March 2026. The affected jurisdictions are the FCT, Edo, Borno, Yobe, Benue, Kaduna and Nasarawa. According to the Debt Management Office (DMO), the FCT...

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Troops arrest kidnap syndicate commander, recover riffles, cash in Enugu

Published: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 11:09 am

Troops of the Nigerian Army's 82 Division/Joint Task Force South East, Operation UDO KA, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected commander of kidnapping syndicate and recovered four AK-47 rifles, seven magazines and 133 rounds of 7.62mm...

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2027: Kwankwaso blasts Sheikh Jingir over divisive religious remarks

Published: Monday, 10 August 2026 at 10:26 pm

Former Governor of Kano State and Vice Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has condemned comments attributed to Islamic cleric Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, in support of continued adoption of Muslim-Muslim presidential tickets ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing...

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Kwankwaso says Kano People Reject Division, condemns Sheikh Jingir’s Comments

Published: Monday, 10 August 2026 at 8:46 pm

Former Kano State Governor and former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has condemned recent comments made by Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir at an event in Kano. Kwankwaso expressed concern over what he described as statements capable of promoting...

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