Month: July 2026
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At Least 20 Dead After Boat Capsizes in Cameroon
A boat carrying over 50 people from Cameroon to Nigeria capsized during a storm, resulting in at least 20 confirmed deaths.
Kuwait Court Sentences Two Nigerians to Seven Years for Armed Robbery
A Kuwaiti judge has sentenced two Nigerians to seven years in prison for conducting an armed robbery at a money exchange office in Mahboula.
Atiku’s aide advocates for abolishing REA following Fayose’s appointment
Atiku Abubakar's aide, Demola Olarenwaju, suggests dismantling the Rural Electrification Agency, arguing that power management should be a state responsibility rather than a federal concern.
Stokes sparkles with century in Durham victory over Derbyshire
Ben Stokes battled through severe cramp to score an unbeaten 108, leading Durham to a five-wicket One-Day Cup victory over Derbyshire in his first county match since 2014.
Former Blue Peter Host Amazes America’s Got Talent Judges with Risky Magic Trick
Joel Mawhinney, a former Blue Peter presenter from Northern Ireland, successfully advanced on America's Got Talent after performing a daring and risky magic routine that left the judges stunned.
Lagos upgrades waste facilities and plans 3,000-truck fleet to resolve collection issues
Lagos is addressing recent waste collection delays by repairing the Olusosun dumpsite and planning the acquisition of 3,000 new compactor trucks over the next three years to improve citywide sanitation.
House of Representatives launches inquiry into xenophobic violence against Nigerians in South Africa
Lawmakers in Nigeria have opened an investigation to document the losses sustained by Nigerians during recurring xenophobic attacks in South Africa, aiming to secure compensation and improved protections.
Air Force Operation Eliminates Terrorists in Borno State Airstrike
Operation HADIN KAI forces successfully destroyed a militant hideout near KLA Balia in Borno State, following precise aerial surveillance and a targeted strike.
House of Representatives Demands Audit of Assets Recovered Since 1999 and New Digital Registry
The House of Representatives has called for an audit of all government-recovered assets since 1999 and the creation of a centralized digital registry to improve oversight and transparency.
Senate orders AMCON to document operational history before 2030 closure
The Senate Committee on Banking has instructed AMCON to prepare a comprehensive report on its operations and achievements ahead of the agency's planned dissolution in 2030.