Aliyu Abubakar wins Nigeria's first individual medal at the African Archery Championships in Abidjan, leading a historic double silver haul for the nation. Read the inspiring story of triumph and resilience.
The US Africa Command has dismissed false claims of airstrikes on the Nigeria-Benin border. Read the official statement and details of ongoing counterterrorism cooperation.
As Morocco hosts the 35th Africa Cup of Nations, we explore AFCON's rich history, legendary moments, and the top contenders for the 2025 title. Get expert insights and betting analysis.
Complete squad lists for Group D at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, featuring Senegal, DR Congo, Benin, and Botswana. See all the players heading to the tournament.
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
A Beninese court has jailed around 30 people, mostly soldiers, for a failed coup. Opposition figures face questioning as President Talon's government tightens security ahead of the April handover.
Explore the complete history of the Africa Cup of Nations Best Player award winners, from Mohamed Al Attar in 1957 to Nigeria's William Troost-Ekong in 2024. Discover the legends who shaped the tournament.
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.
Edo police, with army and vigilantes, rescue 11 kidnapped passengers near Obarenren. Operations continue to free 7 others. Public urged to stay calm and cooperate.
A Nigerian lady was left stranded at UNIBEN gate after a friend cancelled promised NYSC accommodation. See her story and how she found help. Read more for details.
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial closed-door meeting with Nigeria's service chiefs at the Presidential Villa. This is his first meeting with the high command since appointing the Defence Minister. Details inside.
Gunmen abducted 18 bus passengers near Obarenren, Edo State. A joint security operation has rescued 11 victims. Police confirm manhunt ongoing. #NigeriaSecurity
A Nigerian lady shares her terrifying first-time experience at a Shiloh 2025 viewing centre in Benin City, where she ran for her life. Read her full story and public reactions.
Two persons have died in a fatal head-on collision involving a bus and a truck on the Sagamu-Benin expressway in Ogun State. TRACE confirms the driver caused the crash by driving against traffic.
Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.
Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.
From Mali to Guinea-Bissau, Africa has witnessed 10 successful military coups since 2020. Explore the timeline, key figures, and ongoing instability shaping the continent's political landscape.
Benin's presidency confirms President Patrice Talon is safe after a brief coup attempt by soldiers. Loyal forces have restored order. Get the latest details on the unfolding situation.
A recent coup attempt in Benin adds to a turbulent list of 10 successful military takeovers across Africa since 2020. Explore the timeline and impact of this political instability.
Details emerge on the failed military coup in Benin Republic led by Lt-Col Pascal Tigri. Get the latest facts on the incident and the wider trend of coups in West Africa.
Benin's government announced it thwarted a coup attempt by soldiers who seized state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Read the latest details on the unfolding situation.
Chief Dele Momodu shares a chilling account of how a missing car document forced a last-minute change of plans, narrowly avoiding being caught in the Benin Republic military coup. Read his full story.
Soldiers in Benin announced the overthrow of President Patrice Talon. The presidency breaks its silence, confirming the leader is safe as the army regains control. Get the full story.
Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal leads a successful military coup in Benin Republic, overthrowing President Patrice Talon. Borders closed, constitution suspended. Full report.
Benin's army regains control after soldiers announce coup on state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Details on the failed attempt and regional instability.
Benin Republic faces a military coup as soldiers seize state TV, dissolve government, and close borders. Details on the unfolding crisis and regional implications.
A Nigerian man, Zekeri Idris Jnr, has disputed claims by VeryDarkMan that he orchestrated activist Harrison Gwamnishu's detention. He narrates the true sequence of events in Benin. Read the full details here.