Politics
Grassroots Group KOHmmunity Mobilizes Support for Hamzat's 2027 Lagos Governorship Bid
A grassroots support group, KOHmmunity, is mobilizing residents across Lagos to back Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat's 2027 governorship ambition, adopting a citizen-driven approach with over 5,000 registrations.
Business
Niger State Arrests Two Foreign Nationals Over Illegal Mining Operations
Niger State authorities have arrested two foreign nationals for unauthorized mining activities at the Zuzungi site in Katcha LGA. Commissioner Mohammad Qasim Danjuma emphasized zero-tolerance for illegal mining during a regulatory inspection.
Entertainment
French Director Gets 5-Year Sentence in Landmark #MeToo Child Abuse Case
A Paris appeals court has increased filmmaker Christophe Ruggia's sentence to five years for sexually assaulting actress Adèle Haenel when she was a child, marking a pivotal moment in France's #MeToo movement.
Security
DSS Arrests Man for Threatening to Kill Students and Teachers in Abuja Schools
A Federal High Court in Abuja heard how DSS operatives arrested a man who sent threatening messages to elite schools, vowing to kill students and teachers under terrorism and cybercrime laws.
Sports
Education
Culture
Ex-Deeper Life Member Shares 5 Church Beliefs, Sparks Debate
A former Deeper Life Bible Church member, born and raised in the church, reveals five beliefs she was taught, including views on other churches and personal grooming, igniting social media discussions.
Balogun Warns Olubadan, Senator Alli to Stay Away from Politics
Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, the Balogun of Ibadanland, urges Olubadan Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja and Senator Sharafadeen Alli to refrain from political involvement to protect the traditional institution's sanctity and unity.
Saudi Arabia Reduces Nigeria's 2026 Hajj Pilgrim Quota
Saudi authorities have reduced Nigeria's Hajj allocation for 2026, forcing Zamfara State to cut 456 intending pilgrims. The state's quota dropped from 2,207 to 1,741, though officials have introduced improved welfare packages for selected participants.
MFM Ajah Children's Crusade Sees Over 200 Conversions
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Ajah Axis held its first open-air children's crusade, themed 'That None of These Little Ones Should Perish,' drawing large crowds and leading to over 200 conversions through child-friendly Gospel presentation
Pope Decries Tyrants, Promotes Peace in Cameroon Conflict
Pope Leo XIV criticizes tyrants exploiting Earth with war, during a peace mission in Cameroon's separatist crisis, amid tensions with former U.S. President Trump.
