Politics
Kwara Charges Saraki, Ahmed with 20 Counts Over Alleged Role in 2018 Offa Robbery
Kwara State Government files 20-count criminal charge against former Senate President Bukola Saraki and ex-Governor Abdulfatai Ahmed for alleged involvement in the 2018 Offa robbery, including conspiracy and homicide.
Business
Airtel Nigeria Halts Airtime and Data Credit Services Temporarily
Airtel Nigeria has temporarily suspended its airtime and data credit services for prepaid customers, citing alignment with new regulatory requirements. The company assures uninterrupted standard purchases.
Entertainment
Akon Sparks Outrage with Polygamy and Gender Equality Views, Defends Men's 'Natural Instinct'
Singer Akon faces massive backlash after defending polygamy in an interview, claiming men are wired for multiple partners and rejecting gender equality as an American concept.
Security
NDLEA Secures 974 Convictions, 11 Drug Kingpins Jailed 254 Years in Q1 2026
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency secured 974 convictions in Q1 2026, including 11 drug kingpins sentenced to 254 years in prison. Chairman Marwa praised the judiciary and vowed to continue the fight against illicit drugs.
Sports
Education
Culture
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.
Ecobank Hosts 100+ Vendors at Adire Lagos 2026 Exhibition
Ecobank Nigeria will host over 100 vendors at the Adire Lagos 2026 exhibition, themed 'Threads Across Borders,' from June 11-14, 2026, in Lagos, promoting Nigerian textile traditions and continental cultural exchange.
Sokoto Commissions Remodeled Isa Mai Kware Jumu'at Mosque
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu commissions the remodeled Isa Mai Kware Jumu'at mosque, part of a broader initiative to renovate 33 mosques and support Islamic institutions with monthly funding and allowances for religious leaders.
