Politics
UN Approves Map Resolution Backed by 164 Nations; US Opposes
The UN General Assembly approved a resolution encouraging accurate world maps, with 164 votes in favor. The US was the only country to vote against, while six nations abstained.
Security
MO3's killer sentenced to life without parole in Dallas murder
Kewon White, convicted of killing rapper MO3, was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Friday, September 4, after a jury verdict in Dallas.
Business
Naira Hits N1,315/$ Strongest Level Since April 2024
Naira appreciated 0.84% to N1,315/$ at official FX market, strongest since April 2024, as reserves hit $54.08bn, a 17-year high.
Entertainment
Mercy Johnson Video Trends Amid Regina Daniels-Ned Nwoko House Visit
A Mercy Johnson movie clip advising against meddling in marriages went viral on September 5, 2026, after Regina Daniels was seen at Ned Nwoko's home in a TikTok live.
Education
Health
Nigerian Nurse Delivers 6 Babies Without Stillbirth or Complications
Nurse Becky Okegbemi delivered six babies in August—four males, two females—with no stillbirth or complications, sharing her milestone on X.
Osimhen Injury: Galatasaray Coach Okan Buruk Speaks After Basaksehir Win
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk says Victor Osimhen needs an MRI scan after groin injury forced him off in 1-0 win over Istanbul Basaksehir. He says groin heals faster than hamstring.
UAE exempts 5 worker categories from one-year ban
The UAE has exempted five worker categories, including Golden Visa holders, from the one-year ban imposed after a proven work abandonment complaint.
Pig kidney works in US man for record 271 days
A genetically modified pig kidney functioned inside 66-year-old Tim Andrews for 271 days, a record, offering hope for kidney transplant shortages. The organ failed, but Andrews later received a human donor kidney.
Pig kidney transplant: record 271 days without dialysis
A pig kidney worked inside Tim Andrews, 66, for 271 days, the longest record, before he received a human donor kidney, say Mass General Brigham doctors.
Nollywood Quiz: Movies, Stars and Legends
Are you a true Nollywood fan? Test your knowledge of Nigerian cinema, from Living in Bondage to Aki and Pawpaw, Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele and the icons of Naija film.
