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Lagos govt clarifies NURTW not replacing LAGESC waste police
Lagos clarifies transport unions are not replacing LAGESC after backlash over deputising members as waste police; Commissioner Wahab says union task force is complementary.
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Air Peace CEO urges boycott of South Africa investments
Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema calls for non-violent economic boycott of South Africa over xenophobic attacks, urging Nigerians to stop investing and avoid violence against South African businesses.
Chaos in Abuja court as DSS blocks Sowore's lawyer
AAC secretary accuses DSS of preventing Sowore's lawyer from entering Federal High Court Abuja, leading to a chaotic standoff on June 24, 2026.
ATM Glitch Man Spent $1.6M in 4 Months Opens Up
Dan Saunders spent $1.6 million after discovering an NAB ATM glitch in 2011. He served 12 months in jail and now reflects on his actions in a new TV interview.
Woman Allegedly Pours Boiling Water on Son in Delta
A woman allegedly poured boiling water on her son in Delta State's Agbarho community. Human rights activist Comrade Israel Joe reported the incident, citing the mother's claim that the boy was too stubborn.
Court fixes June 30 for ruling on Sowore’s bail
Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed June 30 for ruling on a bail application filed by activist Omoyele Sowore, who is being prosecuted by the DSS over alleged criminal defamation.
Mother, Boyfriend on Trial for Toddler Murder, Abuse
A mother and her boyfriend are on trial for the murder and sexual assault of 2-year-old Isabelle Welsh, who had 21 broken bones and died from a massive head injury.
DSS denies remanding Sowore, says court sent him to prison
The DSS has distanced itself from the remand of Omoyele Sowore, stating that his imprisonment resulted solely from court proceedings, not DSS actions.
France detects first Ebola case outside Africa in outbreak
France confirms its first Ebola case in a doctor returning from DR Congo, marking the first detection outside Africa in the current outbreak.
Oyo Govt Declares 16-Hour Curfew in 10 LGAs Over Insecurity
Oyo State Government imposes a 16-hour daily curfew in 10 local government areas bordering Old Oyo National Park to curb insecurity, effective June 24, 2026.
Kremlin: Nuclear Weapons Only Guarantee Against Global War
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says nuclear deterrence is the only thing preventing global war as last US-Russia arms treaty expires amid rising tensions.
US Sanctions 3 Nigerian BDCs Over Alleged ISIS Links
The US Treasury sanctions three Nigerian BDCs and a Lagos-based operator for allegedly moving funds to support ISIS across Nigeria, Turkey, Syria, and France.
Young Lady Killed by Hit and Run Driver in Rivers
A young woman was fatally struck by a speeding vehicle in a convoy on Road A at Rivers State University campus on Tuesday night.
Ex-Lyon footballer, 21, brain dead after drowning
Kenzo Kies, a 21-year-old former Lyon and Saint-Etienne footballer, has been declared brain dead after being sucked into a current in the Rhone River on June 22.
Cab driver kills 10-year-old girl after rape in Delhi
A 10-year-old girl was raped and murdered by a cab driver in south Delhi. The suspect was shot while trying to escape. The family was homeless.
Court Orders DSS Probe of VeryDarkman Over Coup Trial Video Leak
The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the DSS to investigate activist VeryDarkman over an alleged leak of coup trial videos, amid witness protection concerns.
Wike declines tap water at Abuja water project event
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike refused to drink tap water at the commissioning of the Karu Water Supply Network in Abuja on June 22, 2026, sparking online debate.
Lagos court jails 13 for 3 months over refuse dumping
A Lagos court sentenced 13 individuals to three months imprisonment for indiscriminate dumping of refuse, reinforcing the state's environmental law enforcement.
Woman Critical After Catching Fire on Edinburgh Street
A woman is fighting for her life after her clothes caught fire on a street in Edinburgh, UK. Bystanders tried to help but she remains in critical condition; no suspicious circumstances.
Woman accuses husband of fracturing her face in assault
Tay Yousamad Sanders accuses husband Mel Valentine of fracturing the entire left side of her face in a domestic assault in Cleveland, Ohio.
US eases Iran World Cup travel restrictions for final group game
The US will allow Iran's World Cup team to arrive in Seattle two days before their final group match against Egypt, easing previous restrictions that forced one-day arrivals.
Anambra LG chairman gets 5 years for $3.5m romance scam
Anambra LG chairman Franklin Nwadialo sentenced to 5 years in US for $3.5m online romance scam targeting elderly victims on dating sites.
First Child Under 12 Euthanized in Netherlands
A child under 12 was euthanized in the Netherlands for the first time since the law was extended in 2024, Health Minister Sophie Hermans confirmed in a letter to parliament.
Presidential Aide Bayo Onanuga Questions Hunger Complaints
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga says he doesn't see the level of hunger Nigerians complain about, citing feedback from his staff and noting that ministers also tighten belts.
Hydration Breaks at 2026 World Cup: Protecting Elite Players
FIFA mandates three-minute hydration breaks at all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup to protect players from heat illness, with tactical and commercial benefits.
Lagos Demolishes Six-Storey Building in Ikoyi Over Structural Defects
Lagos authorities demolished a six-storey building in Ikoyi after detecting foundation failure, sinking signs, and other defects, citing safety concerns and ignored notices.
EFCC Tracks Voters Who Chased Operatives During Ekiti Election
The EFCC is investigating voters who chased away its operatives during the 2026 Ekiti governorship election, calling the action unlawful and a dangerous precedent.
US Designates Nigerian Citizen, Three Firms as ISIS Financiers
The United States has designated a Nigerian citizen and three companies operating in Nigeria as financial facilitators for ISIS, part of a broader action targeting three individuals and six entities across multiple countries.
Gunmen Kill 2 Herdsmen in Plateau State, MACBAN Condemns
Two herdsmen were killed in Talma village, Plateau State, on Monday night. MACBAN chairman condemns the attack as unprovoked and calls for justice.
Girl, 10, Suffers Facial Burns From Microwaved Squishy Toy
A 10-year-old Australian girl suffered horrific facial burns after a microwaved squishy toy exploded, leaving her skin 'melting off' and raising concerns about dangerous social media trends.
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