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El-Rufai’s wife appeals to Tinubu over detention, health
Asia El-Rufai, wife of ex-governor Nasir El-Rufai, emotionally appeals to President Tinubu for fair treatment, citing health issues and the arrest of her husband's doctor.
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May Yul-Edochie sues former lawyer for ₦1.5bn over harassment
May Yul-Edochie has sued her former lawyer Emeka Ugwuonye and others for ₦1.5bn, alleging a coordinated online harassment campaign involving leaked private information and defamatory content.
Nigeria Raises Soldiers Salary to N100,000 in 2026
Nigeria's Defence Minister Christopher Musa confirms soldiers' minimum monthly salary has been raised to N100,000, but says defence budget remains inadequate.
Nigerian in UAE Laments Work Permit Issues After Years
A Nigerian man in UAE shares viral video detailing years without work permits, housing discrimination, and business closures faced by Nigerians. Diaspora reacts with similar stories.
Father of Fake Agency DG Speaks After Security Raid
The father of Adeniyi Adeyemi, accused of running a fictitious presidential agency, describes his son as well-behaved after security operatives raided his Ogbomosho home.
Shocking comments after Imo man arrested for raping niece
Men's disturbing comments following arrest of 49-year-old for sexually abusing wife's teenage niece in Imo State spark outrage and calls for women to avoid such men.
Trump Orders Halt to Trade With Spain Over NATO Spending
President Trump orders an immediate halt to all trade with Spain, calling the NATO ally a 'wasted cause' over defense spending.
FBI Investigates Argentina Football Association Ahead of Quarterfinal
The FBI and DOJ have launched a preliminary investigation into the Argentine Football Association and its president over suspected money laundering and wire fraud involving hundreds of millions of dollars during the 2026 World Cup.
Nigerian Woman Loses 6 Months Savings After Ajo Collector Vanishes
A Nigerian woman, Oma, lost six months of daily savings after an ajo collector disappeared with her 180,000 naira, warning others against informal savings groups.
Paraguay Senator Attacks Mbappe Again
Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla launched new insults at France captain Kylian Mbappé, escalating a racism controversy that sparked French criminal investigation.
Solar Installer Stunned by Steep Roof in Viral TikTok Video
A Nigerian solar engineer went viral after sharing a video of an incredibly steep roof where he was hired to install solar panels, sparking debate on architecture safety.
Massive Power Outage Hits Lagos, Osun After Transmission Failures
Power outages hit Lagos and Osun states after two transmission lines failed and flooding damaged infrastructure, causing load shedding and blackouts.
US DHS publishes updated deportation list of 374 West Africans
The US Department of Homeland Security released names and photos of 374 West African nationals for deportation, with Nigeria leading at 124 individuals.
May Edochie Sues Ex-Lawyer Yinka Theisen Over Online Attacks
May Edochie has filed a lawsuit against her former lawyer Yinka Theisen and social media account operators, alleging years of cyberbullying, defamation, and harassment.
US Lists 374 West Africans for Deportation, Nigeria Tops
The US DHS published names and photos of 374 West African nationals for deportation. Nigeria leads with 124, followed by Liberia (94) and Ghana (32).
Police Arraign Brothel Owner, 29 Others in Delta Raid
Delta Police arraign 63-year-old brothel proprietor Prince Chizoba Ojokwu and 29 others after a raid on criminal hideouts in Asaba, resulting in 202 arrests.
UN Probe: Sudan RSF Actions Amount to Genocide
A UN probe found Sudan's Rapid Support Forces committed mass killings, gang rapes, and forced starvation in al-Fashir, amounting to genocide. International observers warn of similar risks in al-Obeid.
Man found dead in Bayelsa guest house after alleged sex
A 40-year-old man, Felix, from Cross River State, was found dead in a guest house in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, after an alleged sexual encounter. The woman involved is missing.
Judge Orders Release of Trump's $5.8M Payment to Carroll
A federal judge ordered the release of nearly $5.8 million to E. Jean Carroll, rejecting Trump's attempt to delay payment pending Supreme Court review of the sexual abuse and defamation verdict.
Troops intercept woman, child heading to terrorist enclave
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI intercepted a 20-year-old woman and her two-year-old child allegedly attempting to enter a terrorist-held enclave near the Mandara Mountains in Borno State.
Edo Police Hunt Kidnappers of Cattle Dealer on Expressway
Edo Police launch manhunt for kidnappers of cattle dealer Oga Peter, abducted on Igarra-Auchi Expressway, deploying anti-kidnapping unit, drone unit, and army.
Iran targets US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait after US strikes
Iran's Revolutionary Guards struck US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait and shot down a US drone after the US launched strikes on Iran over tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.
Bandits Threaten to Kill Abducted Oyo Students, Minister Says
Defence Minister Christopher Musa says terrorists who abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo state threatened to kill them if security forces attempted a forceful rescue.
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Kogi teacher dies after assault by pupil's father over discipline
Maryam Usman, a 30-year-old teacher in Kogi State, died on June 25 after allegedly being assaulted by a pupil's father and two women for disciplining the child. Police classify case as culpable homicide.
Okada Ban in Obio/Akpor LGA from August 1 Over Insecurity
Obio/Akpor LGA in Rivers State bans commercial motorcycles from August 1, citing insecurity and road safety. Privately owned bikes and dispatch riders are exempt.
IPI Nigeria Frees Journalist Stanley Ugagbe from Police
IPI Nigeria secured the release of journalist Stanley Ugagbe from police custody on July 6, 2026, after intervention. He faces ongoing investigations for espionage and cyberstalking.
Ex-aide deletes posts accusing deputy speaker's team of fake accounts
Ugochukwu Nwankwo, former aide to Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, deleted Facebook posts accusing Kalu's media team of running fake accounts, but refuses to retract allegations.
UN Expands Aid After Venezuela Earthquakes
The UN and partners are scaling up relief after Venezuela's 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes, which killed over 3,340 and caused $37 billion in damage.
EFCC Secures 10 Convictions for Naira Abuse in Delta, Edo
The EFCC secured convictions of 10 individuals for naira abuse in Delta and Edo states. They were sentenced to prison or fines for spraying naira at social events.
Military Rescues Six Abducted Farmers Including Infants in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI rescued six persons, including two infants, kidnapped from farms in Borno State. The victims were freed in Chibok LGA and reunited with families.
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