Lagos police have arrested five suspects for orchestrating a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7m from a victim's mother. The staged video caused public panic. Read details of the police investigation.
Rivers State Police Command operatives have rescued an abducted woman and killed two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle at their forest hideout in Emohua. Read the full details of the daring operation.
India leads the world in doping violations for a third consecutive year, with 260 positive tests in 2024. This poses a major challenge as the country prepares to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Veteran producer ID Cabasa releases 'Unfinished Business,' a 13-track album reimagining classic Nigerian hits. The project bridges Afrobeats' golden oldies with contemporary sounds, featuring Olamide, 9ice, Pheelz, and more. A must-listen for music lovers
Cardinal John Onaiyekan criticises the Tinubu administration's handling of corruption and the economy, warning of rising poverty and youth despair. He calls for genuine electoral reform ahead of 2027.
Civil society groups demand President Tinubu and EFCC investigate claims NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed paid $5M in school fees. They stress transparency is vital for public trust. Read the full story.
Kogi Governor Ahmed Ododo announces recovery of major arms cache in joint security operation. He vows total war on terror following meeting with President Tinubu. Read details.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC, alleging NMDPRA MD Ahmed Farouk paid $7M for children's Swiss education. Calls for arrest and prosecution. Read the full details.
China has imposed final anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports for five years, at reduced rates. The move follows trade tensions and an investigation into harm to China's domestic industry. Get the full details.
A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.
The National Identity Management Commission has promoted over 500 employees as part of its 2025 promotion cycle. DG Abisoye Coker-Odusote congratulated staff but reiterated a zero-tolerance stance on corruption. Read more on the Commission's renewed focus
A coalition of 40 Nigerian lawyers has dismissed Aliko Dangote's corruption claims against NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed as unfounded, warning against media trials. Read their full statement.
China announces five-year anti-dumping duties on EU pork imports, effective Dec 17. Rates are 4.9% to 19.8%, lower than previous temporary tariffs. Read the full trade dispute analysis.
Osun PDP Chairman declares full support for Governor Adeleke's re-election under Accord Party, ignoring the party's own candidate. Former Governor Oyinlola reaffirms loyalty to PDP.
Nigeria's EFCC insists its anti-corruption war is impartial, dismissing claims of political weaponisation. Meanwhile, ex-Attorney General Malami alleges persecution and demands the EFCC chairman step aside from his case. Read the full details.
The EFCC urges Nigerians to stop celebrating convicted corrupt individuals, warning it weakens anti-graft efforts. Read the full story on the Kaduna workshop.
Afrobeats star Shallipopi has fired back at critic Daniel Regha after a scathing 1/10 review of his 'Auracle' album. The online feud has sparked massive reactions from fans. Read the full story.
The Young Progressives Party expels Rep Uzokwe Peter for gross misconduct, elects new national officers, and voices concerns on security and democracy. Read the full communiqué details.
Shallipopi receives a 3X Platinum plaque for 'Laho' in Johannesburg, crediting TikTok for its virality. His new 22-track album 'Auracle' features Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Gunna.
Former Kano anti-corruption chairman Muhuyi Magaji Rimin-Gado arrested by 40 armed police. Kano govt alleges political plot to destabilise state. Full details inside.
Nigerian alté veteran BOJ drops his sixth studio album, 'Duplicity,' blending Afrobeat, jazz, and alté. Featuring Olamide & Show Dem Camp, it's a journey through his artistic range. Listen now!
Nigerian music giants Wizkid and Asake have announced a joint project titled 'REAL,' set for release this December 2025. Get the exclusive details on this major collaboration.
Stakeholders in Abuja renew calls for action against domestic human trafficking, highlighting survivor-led films and community awareness to combat the hidden crime within families and neighbourhoods. Read more.
Wizkid's 2024 album 'Morayo' has become Nigeria's most-streamed project of 2025, dominating Apple Music and Spotify charts. Discover how the album achieved this historic feat.
Imo State Police Command neutralizes kidnappers, arrests suspects, recovers weapons, and denies human rights abuse allegations at tactical unit. CP Danjuma vows to sustain operations.
BBC Director-General Tim Davie has mandated compulsory anti-Semitism training for all staff following accusations from over 200 Jewish employees. The move aims to stamp out discrimination at the broadcaster.
Imo Police Command refutes social media allegations of torture & organ harvesting at 'Tiger Base,' calling it a smear campaign. CP Danjuma establishes a Human Rights Desk.
Nigerian superstar Wizkid reacts after being named Nigeria's top-streamed artist on Spotify in 2025. His 'Morayo' album also dominates as the top African album globally on Apple Music.
Imo State Police Command dismisses viral video alleging torture and organ trafficking at its anti-kidnapping unit. Commissioner establishes Human Rights Desk for oversight.
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.