Month: July 2026
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Nigerian Army apprehends 24 foreign nationals during Epe raid
Nigerian soldiers arrested 24 undocumented foreign nationals during an intelligence-led operation in Lagos State's Epe region, subsequently handing them over to immigration authorities.
July 16, 2026
Appellate Court upholds INEC 2027 election rules, overturning lower court ruling
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has cleared the way for INEC's 2027 election guidelines, reversing a prior Federal High Court judgment that had nullified them.
July 16, 2026
UK official demands FIFA probe after Argentine team displays Falklands sign
A UK minister is pushing for a FIFA investigation after Argentina's football team displayed a banner claiming the Falklands during a World Cup match.
July 16, 2026
NANS cautions Federal University, Wukari against expelling students over unpaid tuition
The National Association of Nigerian Students has warned Federal University, Wukari to stop penalizing students over delayed tuition payments as they await disbursements from the federal loan scheme.
July 16, 2026
Yobe Police Apprehend Two Suspected Kidnappers and Cattle Rustlers
Yobe State police have arrested two suspects for alleged roles in kidnapping, armed robbery, and cattle rustling, with one individual posing as an insurgent to extort local herders.
July 16, 2026
Femi Gbajabiamila files N15 billion defamation lawsuit against Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew
Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila has taken legal action against Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, seeking N15 billion in damages for allegedly defamatory bribery accusations regarding a government grant.
July 16, 2026
US House approves measure to block all aid to Nigeria citing religious persecution
The US House of Representatives has passed an amendment to block all aid to Nigeria until the government improves its response to violence against Christian communities.
July 16, 2026
Dangote Refinery Addresses Rumors Regarding Petrol Sales Suspension
Dangote Refinery officially denies reports of halted petrol sales, clarifying that its 700,000-barrel-per-day operation continues as depot owners hike prices.
July 16, 2026
Victoria Beckham Comforts David After England’s World Cup Exit
David Beckham appeared visibly moved while receiving support from his wife, Victoria, after England's 2-1 defeat by Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.
July 16, 2026
UK health advisors propose universal free MenB vaccination for 15-year-olds
UK health experts recommend that 15-year-olds receive a free meningitis B vaccine to improve protection against the potentially fatal disease.
July 16, 2026