Politics
APC Stakeholders in Ogun Endorse Sarafa Isola for 2027 Governorship Race
Over 21 APC support groups and stakeholders across Ogun State's 20 LGAs have endorsed Ambassador Sarafa Isola as their preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election, while also supporting President Tinubu's second-term bid.
Business
Niger Delta Communities Demand Inclusion in Oil Asset Divestment Processes
Niger Delta communities and civil society organizations are insisting on full participation in oil asset divestment processes, warning that exiting multinationals must not abandon environmental liabilities.
Entertainment
UK Launches Social Media Ban Trial for Teenagers to Guide Future Online Safety Policy
Hundreds of UK teenagers will participate in a government-backed trial testing social media bans and digital curfews, as ministers consider stricter measures to protect children online. The six-week pilot involves 300 participants aged 13-17.
Security
Two Women Arraigned for Alleged Abduction of 13-Year-Old Girl in Lagos
Funke Aire, 50, and Divine Richard, 27, have been charged by the Badagry Chief Magistrates' Court for allegedly abducting a 13-year-old girl in Lagos. They pleaded not guilty and were granted bail.
Sports
Education
Culture
Cleric Ezekiel Dachomo Confesses Past as Armed Robber in Viral Video
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, a prominent Nigerian clergyman, has shocked many by revealing his former life as an armed robber in a 1980 bank heist in Jos. His transformation story, involving a divine encounter, has sparked widespread reactions online.
Dubai Renames 'Housewife' as 'Generation Shaper' for Mothers
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum directs the replacement of 'Housewife' with 'Generation Shaper' on official documents, recognizing mothers' pivotal role in shaping future generations and society.
Thousands Attend EidFest at University of Ibadan After Ramadan
Over 5,000 Muslims gathered at the University of Ibadan for the 9th Ibadan EidFest, celebrating the end of Ramadan with family activities, networking, and community bonding.
University of Ibadan EidFest Draws Thousands After Ramadan
Over 5,000 Muslims gathered at the University of Ibadan for the 9th edition of Ibadan EidFest, celebrating the end of Ramadan with family-friendly activities, networking, and community bonding.
Palace Denies Approval for Peller's Visit to Oba of Benin
The Benin Traditional Council clarifies that streamer Habeeb Hamzat Adelaja, known as Peller, lacked approval for his palace visit, stating that acknowledging a request letter does not constitute formal authorisation.
