Politics
Kwara Senator Saliu Mustapha Dumps APC for PDP, Says Tinubu Loyalty Intact
Senator Saliu Mustapha defects from APC to PDP, citing Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq's party management; insists he has not abandoned President Tinubu ahead of 2027.
Security
Troops Arrest Five Female Terrorist Logistics Suppliers in Borno
Nigerian Army and CJTF arrested five female terrorist logistics suppliers in Ngurusoye village, Borno State, recovering food items and handing them to police for investigation.
Business
Naira Strengthens to N1,346.90 as Weekly FX Turnover Doubles to $4.5bn
The naira appreciated to N1,346.90/$ in the official market as weekly FX turnover doubled to $4.5 billion, driven by increased dollar supply and positive market sentiment.
Entertainment
Iyabo Ojo Fires Back at Online Plotters Targeting Her Family
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo released a defiant video on August 21, 2026, warning those with 'agendas' against her family that they will never succeed, amid renewed online chatter about daughter Priscilla's marriage to Juma Jux.
Education
Health
Nollywood Stars Pray for Ailing Actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo
Nollywood stars, including Jide Kosoko and Lateef Adedimeji, gathered on August 21, 2026, to pray for veteran actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo battling serious illness.
Nigeria Moves to Decriminalise Attempted Suicide: What It Means
Nigeria's FEC has approved an amendment to decriminalise attempted suicide, shifting from punishment to mental health care, targeting a 15% reduction in suicide cases by 2030.
Nearly 400 Lagos residents get free health screening, treatment and LASHMA enrolment
Nearly 400 Somolu residents received free health screening, medicines and LASHMA insurance enrolment during a two-day outreach by General Hospital, Somolu and partners.
Ebola Outbreak Fatality Rate Hits 46%, Nears Pandemic Level
Ebola outbreak fatality rate exceeds 46%, with 1,200 deaths reported. WHO warns the outbreak is nearing pandemic level as cases spread across multiple countries.
Lady Calls Out Private Hospital Over Dismissive Doctor
A Nigerian lady has accused a private hospital in Egbeda of poor care after a doctor dismissed her when she returned with persistent symptoms, urging private hospitals to improve patient handling.
Nigerian Culture Quiz: Festivals, Food and Traditions
Celebrate Naija culture! Test your knowledge of festivals like Eyo and Durbar, dishes like jollof and suya, traditional attire and the customs of Nigeria's many peoples.
